Liberty Movement & Wellness (CYA-RYS Gold Member)
- E-mail: elle@libertymovement.ca
- Phone: 4168790711
- Address: 160 Hallam St
- Location: Toronto, Ontario Canada
- Website: libertymovement.ca
- Service Offered: Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative
- Type of Certification Granted: 200hr/300/500 RYT Yoga Teacher Training
- Years in Operation: 19 years
- Date Joined: October 17, 2022
School Info
At Liberty Movement School we teach small class sizes and believe that people benefit from being taught in smaller groups. We run our classes in a uniques University style; people can choose their courses or what they'd like to specialize in a teaching practice and learn in a weekend format. We have a Hybrid training with practicum in person and Live Zoom format for theory. We teach Yoga and Pilates trainings.
Each course module ( weekend) in our RYT 200 training is $330 + HST and can be paid before each weekend.
To secure a spot in our RYT 200 please a $500 deposit is required. Please contact us for more information.
Course Outline
Prerequisite: Yoga Exercise Specialist Certification. You can start the EWYT - 200 hour program after completing the Part I: YES and you will need to complete Part II before receiving your final certification certificate.
YES 1 (Prerequisite for EWYT-200hour program)
Date: August 17/18 2024
Time: 11:30 am- 6:30 pm both days
* If you do not have 25 hours of anatomy training, we recommend 25 hours of independent study of the book Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germaine or another anatomy book of your choice.
Manual Included
learn over 50 postures, warm ups and variations
integrate yoga into your private training and group exercise programs
develop the ability to design a safe yoga group exercise class
study meditation, relaxation and breathing techniques
gain a basic understanding of yoga history and philosophy
EWYT - 200 hour program
WEEKEND 1
Date: October 5/6 2024
Time: 11am - 9pm Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday
Advanced Anatomy for Yoga Teachers
In this workshop you will develop your 'eye' to assess alignment in your students during yoga practice. You will learn how to cue bone alignment and muscle action in Yogasana.
You will explore through yoga practice, using props and working in partners, how these principles act in the body as you learn them in theory, so that you are able to apply what you learn.
You will also learn how to assess range of motion.
WEEKEND 2
Date:Nov 2/3 2024
Time: 9:30 am - 6:30pm pm
Yoga Teaching Methodology 1 (Saturday)
This course is a continuation of the YES I course and you will learn more standing, balancing, kneeling, seated, reclining and prone backbend postures
You will review how to teach a Hatha Yoga class using a template for class planning
You will gain the opportunity to practice teach Hatha Yoga
Using Props in Yoga (Sunday 9am -1pm)
Learn how to use straps, blocks, bolsters, walls, tennis balls, rolled up mats and towels in yoga practice
Discover how to release tension and increase capacity in a variety of yoga postures using props
Basic Sanskrit for Yoga Teachers (Sunday 2-5pm)
Explore the Sanskrit alphabet and pronunciation
Learn the meaning of the names of yoga asanas
Practice and memorize the asana names and pronunciation
WEEKEND 3
Date: December 7/8th 2024
Time: 11am - 9pm Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday
Yoga Teaching Methodology 2 - Intro to Vinyasa Yoga (Saturday)
In this course you will learn about posture families and how to use this idea when sequencing a Yoga class.
This course is also the introduction to Vinyasa Yoga and the surya namaskar and fundamentals of Vinyasa sequencing will be covered.
Yoga Teaching Practicum (Sunday 9am - 1pm)
In this course you will take two Hatha Yoga classes based on posture family theory.
You will review the class plan so that you are prepared to teach each of these classes as part of your Yoga teaching repetoire.
You will also discover how to incorporate the same principles into a Vinyasa class plan.
Use of Voice and Language for Yoga Teachers (Sunday 2-5pm)
Learn the physiology behind proper vocal production
Discover how to think on your feet to communicate effectively
Gain the ability to use positive language in your cueing
WEEKEND 4
Date: Jan 11/12 2025
Time: 9am - 9pm Saturday and 9am - 5pm Sunday
Vinyasa Yoga Sequencing
In this course we will explore the dimensions of a Vinyasa yoga class
Learn 5 sequences for each section of this style of class
Explore class planning and practice teaching
WEEKEND 5
Date: Feb 15/16 2025
Time: 9am - 9pm Saturday and 9am - 5pm Sunday
Pranayama: Path to Unlimited Energy (Saturday)
Physiology of breathing will be fully examined in this course.
Practical exercises to improve respiration and how to deal with health limitations in breath control will be explored.
Pranayamas, bandhas, mudras and progression of pranayama practice will be clearly defined in this course.
Yoga Teaching Practicum (Sunday 9am - 1pm)
In this course you will take two Hatha Yoga classes based on posture family theory.
You will review the class plan so that you are prepared to teach each of these classes as part of your Yoga teaching repetoire.
You will also discover how to incorporate the same principles into a Vinyasa class plan.
Ayurveda and Nutrition (Sunday 2- 5pm)
The physiology of digestion and the circulatory system will be examined.
Ayurveda principles will be explored.
Healthy nutrition and mindfulness in eating habits will be explored.
WEEKEND 6
Date: March 8/9 2025
Time: 9am - 9pm Saturday and 9am - 5pm Sunday
Raja Yoga - Taming the Mind for Inner Peace (Saturday)
RajaYoga is the branch of yoga that emphasizes settling the mind to stillness.
In this course you will study the basics of brain, nervous and endocrine system physiology, as well as psychology theory, in order to better understand how to balance the nervous and endocrine systems to minimize the effects of psychological stress and create mental well-being through the practice of Yoga principles.
We will explore the history and philosophy of Yoga.
We will practice meditation methods and meditation in asana to quiet internal thoughts and instill greater peace in the mind.
Advancing Yoga Postures/Asanas (Sunday 9am - 1pm)
Learn how to use breathing, micro-movement, visualizations, affirmations/mantras and props to advance postures.
Explore advanced variations of known postures and learn new ones too.
Mantra in Yoga (Sunday 2-5pm)
Discover the power of mantra and using affirmations to affect positive change in ones life.
Enjoy the practice of kirtan: devotional chanting from the Bhakti Yoga tradition.
Learn how to do Japa meditation using japa beads or hand counting method.
WEEKEND 7
Date: April 5/6 2025
Time: 9am - 9pm Saturday and 9am - 5pm Sunday
Hatha Yoga Sequencing
Review the 'Classical Hatha' sequencing template and expreience 5 sample classes, followed by template plan assessment and several practice class planning group sessions
Develop the ability to integrate the use of anatomy based physical themes as well as philosophical/poetic themes into your hatha class sequencing
WEEKEND 8
Date: May 17/18 2025
Time: 9am - 9pm Saturday and 9am - 5pm Sunday
Chakric Yoga - Energy Healing for Total Health (Saturday)
The chakras and subtle body energy systems of the human system will be examined.
Inner healing and group healing practices will be taught and experienced.
The immune system will be studied as well.
Kriya Yoga or subtle energy meditation practices will also be learned.
The Business of Yoga: Putting Yoga into Business (Sunday 9am - 1pm)
Discover how to tap into yoga consciousness in business practices.
Develop the ability to set goals and manifest results.
Learn marketing strategies and business skills for building a yoga teaching career and/or studio business.
The Importance of Yoga Sadhana/Personal Practice (sunday 2-5pm)
Expore the importance of a personal practice or sadhana and how to create a practice that is just right for you
Discover when and how to change your practice to keep it alive to support personal growth and development on the yogic path
YES II Post Requisite course:
Part II – Yoga Exercise Specialist Certification June 7/8 2025 (20 hours)
Prerequisite: Part I Yoga Exercise Certificate Course, 30 hours of personal practice, 25 hours of practical teaching (these hours are logged independently and recorded).
* advanced, hands-on correction workshop
* complete the written and practical exams
* gain a credible certification
Practice Logs & Body Assessments
Throughout the 200 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training, you will cultivate (or continue) a personal practice. One of the requirements for certification is to complete 50 practice hours. To help commit to practice, you will keep a log of your practice hours and record them, these practices may include meditation, pranayama, chanting or asana practice and can be done at home.
5 Class Plans & Physical assessments:
As a teacher we need to practice assessments for our students. With the skills and knowledge you’ll gain in your training you will have the tools and knowledge to be able to assess your students. As part of your training you will have the opportunity to conduct body assessments on yourself and/or others to help prepare you for working with private clients.
When you reach the sequencing section in the Yoga Teacher Training, you will write 5 of your own sequences (class plans). The goal is to prepare you for your personal next step, which is different for everyone. For some students, class plans are 90 minute Vinyasa flows. Others turn in kids yoga class plans. We also see yin and restorative plans, chair plans, private yoga session plans and more. You determine how long the classes you are planning will be and what style yoga you will be teaching. We will review your plans and provide feedback.
Final Teaching Project & Exam
The final project is to host your own yoga event. The Yoga event can be whatever you would like. Some students do large karma classes by donation for charity. Others teach small classes to a family member or friend. This final teaching project will prepare you as a teacher for your yoga journey. A video of this event will be required. This is an opportunity for you to put theory into practice.
All graduates must complete a final written exam.
For more info email us at info@libertymovement.ca, call/text us 416 879 0711 or visit our website Libertymovement.ca
Graduates
Bev Denton (Class of 2022)
Susan Garms (Class of 2022)
Laura Maxwell (Class of 2022)
Victoria Salvas (Class of 2022)