Fundamentals of Teaching Yoga and Meditation
in Military Communities

What:
This weekly webinar course is Part 1 of the certification course which prepares certified yoga and meditation teachers to work in military communities with active duty servicemembers, veterans, family members, professional caregivers, and civilian staff. 

Who and Why:
 This course is designed for three types of yoga and meditation teachers:
1.  Those with no experience with the military and wish to determine if working in a military community is appropriate for them.
2. Those with no experience with the military but have a very strong desire to be of service in this venue.
3. Those who are currently working in a military community and want to learn how to teach yoga and meditation in a military setting.

When:
Tuesday from 7:00 pm- 8:30 pm ET
Sep 2, 2014 - Oct 14, 2014
Dates: Sep 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14 2014

You will learn:

• The key distinctions between "yogic culture" and "military culture" and why they matter.
• Key facts about military culture, history, structure, values, norms and attitudes.
• Cultural sensitivity skills critical to a teacher's success and effectiveness.
• Ways to introduce yoga/meditation that enhance your students' receptivity and focus on the relevance to their concerns.
• How to create a safe learning container and why this is crucial for working with those suffering from trauma.
• A basic understanding of the most common war-related psychological conditions, e.g.,  Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury.
• Practical guidelines for working with student's emotional reactions in class.
• Strategies and tips for initiating a class or workshop series in military facilities and communities.

Completion of Part 1 will prepare you for:
Part 2A - Teaching Trauma Sensitive Meditation (webinar)
Part 2B - Advanced Teaching Skills for Addressing Combat-Related Conditions (practicum)

Course Price:
Early Registration (on or before Aug 26, 2014): $395
(checks must be postmarked by Aug 26, 2014 to receive the early fee)
Late Registration (on or after Aug 27, 2014): $425 

(Registering may take 10-15 minutes as we have enrollment questions and a waiver as part of the registration process.) 

Register for the training now!