"I never thought I would have the confidence to teach, but you prepared me perfectly to gain that confidence. I love that we learned about many styles of yoga and can now follow whatever path we choose.”

– Elaina Weiser,
Mother, Wife and
Yoga Teacher

"I often reminisce about the special period in my life when I attended your school. Those days were highlights.”

– Gail Fiero,
Mother, Grandmother
and Yoga Teacher

"I gained an understanding of the vastness, richness and diversity of positive effects that yoga practice can have on anyone. I also learned I am actually capable of guiding people towards that experience for themselves."

– Sarah Braccio, 
Yoga Teacher

"Learning philosophies, Gita and Sutras, opened a huge door for me. I gained a better understanding of myself and honoring life."

– Stephanie D'Aniello,
Postal Employee
and Yoga Teacher

"I gained the courage to stand in front of a class and guide them through a practice. I truly enjoyed being part of the Lotus Gardens training. Your kind and easy going spirit helped me though this challenging, yet very rewarding experience."

– Susan Johnston,
Artist and Yoga Teacher

"I have gained a useful knowledge of the body and yoga that will successfully start me on my way of teaching. The experience and teachings have given me confidence and a much better self-practice. I feel truly "enlightened!"

– Cindy Lucas,
Vegan Chef and
Owner of Cynusara Yoga

 

Growing Lotus Kids Certification

Growing Lotus Kids helps teach better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination in children, while providing a fun, nurturing, and creative environment.

Mai CobraIf you are a teacher, parent or caregiver, we will prepare you with kids’ yoga instructional tools and strategies that are age-specific.

Sara Holland & Lara Azzarito Ward, your Growing Lotus Kids faculty, are experienced yoga teacher trainers and educators, who have designed age-specific kids’ yoga programs. You will complete the program prepared to teach kid’s yoga, the focus of which is educational, fitness-oriented, and on improving children’s self-esteem.

This program is right for you if you are a:

  • Yoga teacher
  • Parent/Grandparent
  • Pre-School, Academic or Physical Education Teacher
  • Dance or Kids’ Fitness Teacher
  • Caregiver or Nanny

We will guide you through understanding the stages of child development as it relates to them physically, emotionally & mentally. This training will have 3 principal sections:

  • Child development
  • Kids’ yoga poses
  • Putting it all together

Growing Lotus Kids Yoga Certification will prepare you to:

  • Teach over 100 age-appropriate kid-friendly yoga poses, games & themes
  • Teach a kids’ yoga class promoting healthy exercise and wellness
  • Teach stress management and relaxation skills to children
  • Teach age-appropriate yoga breathing and relaxation techniques
  • Teach a flowing, structured class developing fun and educational experiences

SPRING 2010

DATES/TIMES:

Saturday, March 27, 11:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, March 28, 9:00am-5:00pm

LOCATION:

The Natural Path
790 South Main Street
Plantsville, CT 06489
www.naturalpaththerapies.com

SUMMER 2010

DATES/TIMES:

Saturday, July 24 * 11:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, July 25 * 9:00am-5:00pm

LOCATION:

Growing Tree Yoga
25 Van Zant Street
Norwalk, CT 06855
www.gracefulplanet.com

Tuition Fees:

  • Early Registration:
    $455 – Register 30 days prior to training start date and save $40

  • Regular Registration:
    $495 – Register withing 29-6 days prior to training start date

  • Buddy Registration:
    $460 – Register with a friend or colleague and save $35 each (both must register 14 days prior to training start date)

  • Late Registration:
    $525 – Register within 5 days of training start * if space permits!

Tuition includes:

  1. Training manual & materials

Upon Graduation:

  1. Growing Lotus Kids Certificate
  2. This program is eligible for 13 Hours of Yoga Alliance CEU’s

For a Teacher Training application click the contact us.