Teacher Training



LIVE YOUR PASSION, LEARN TO TEACH YOGA AND EARN A GOOD INCOME!

Our master teachers, Nicky Knoff & James Bryan, conduct all our teacher training.

Watch short video clips of what past Teacher Trainees have to say!

Teaching yoga is highly rewarding - watching the positive changes taking place in your students is a satisfying experience, and being able to guide your students to a better quality of life is gratifying.  Getting paid for helping your fellow human beings is icing on the cake. 

Join Master Teachers, Nicky Knoff  and James Bryan for inspirational training and international recognition.  Knoff Yoga is registered with the Yoga Alliance® for both 200 and 500 Hours. 

"You learn more quickly under the guidance of experienced teachers.  You waste a lot of time going down blind alleys if you have no one to lead you." 
W. Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965)

Knoff Yoga is a unique approach to both the practice and teaching of Hatha Yoga that greatly simplifies the complexity of this ancient science and makes it easy to understand and teach - without dumbing it down!

Because Knoff Yoga Teacher Training is principle based, with supporting systems, you will graduate with the knowledge and understanding essential to enhance your personal practice and also guide your students with confidence and clarity along the path of yoga.

We teach a comprehensive and complete program with in-built systems, which are flexible enact to accommodate everyone from absolute beginners right up to advanced students and experienced teachers, and keep them interested for years. Our training provides you with the tools to be a successful yoga teacher - both in terms of progressing your students and building a successful business.

The Knoff Yoga program and its systems work equally well for both public/private teaching and self-practice. When you graduate from the course(s) you will have sufficient material to illuminate your journey upon the path of yoga for many years to come.

 "Knowledge is a process of piling up facts; wisdom lies in their simplification."  Martin Fisher

 

Knoff Yoga offers 9 Levels of continuing education for Teacher Training:

Level 1 - Discovery
Level 2 - Chair Yoga
Level 3 - Foundation
Level 4 - Pregnancy Yoga
Level 5 - Yoga Therapy A
Level 6 - Yoga Therapy B
Level 7 - Intermediate
Level 8 - Advanced
Level 9 - Master

 

PERSONAL PRACTICE & TEACHING PRACTICE

In Level 1 - Discovery, Level 3 - Foundation, Level 7 - Intermediate, Level 8 - Advanced and Level 9 - Master, you will be taught a progressive specific sylabus (The Knoff Yoga System) of asana, pranayama and meditation to enhance and progress your personal practice.

You will also study yoga philosophy, ethics and lifestyle, applied anatomy & physiology, the Sutras of Patanjali, Sanskrit pronunciation of asana names, common yoga terms, and chanting; as well as specific teaching methodology classes where you have ample time to practice real-time teaching under the supportive guidance of a Master Teacher.

In Level 2 - Chair Yoga, Level 4 - Pregnancy Yoga, Level 5 - Yoga Therapy A and Level 6 - Yoga Therapy B, you will be taught a specific syllabus of asana, pranayama and meditation appropriate for the subject topic.


Yoga Teacher Training Courses held at the Knoff Yoga Headquarters in Cairns, Australia, allows you  to assist in the public yoga classes.  The teacher will happily include you in the yoga class in such a way that both you and the yoga students learn and enjoy the experience.


 

TEACHER TRAINING COURSE FEES

Note:  All fees are in Australian dollars and an early-bird discount of 10% applies.

Level 1 – Discovery
  (5 days) - $990
                     
Level 2 - Chair Yoga
  (2 days) - $390 
                   
Level 3 – Foundation
 (3 weeks) - $2,990                     

 

Level 4 - Pregnancy Yoga  (5 days) - $990 
                    
Level 5 - Yoga Therapy A  (5 days) - $990 
                    
Level 6 - Yoga Therapy B  (5 days) - $990 
                     
Level 7 – Intermediate
 (4 weeks) - $3,490   
                  
Level 8 - Advanced 
(4 weeks) - $3,490 
                     
Level 9 - Master (4 weeks) - $3,490  

                    

DEPOSIT, PAYMENT & DISCOUNT OFFER

Deposit – To be paid 30 days prior to the Course.

Levels 1, 4, 5, 6 Courses – a non-refundable deposit of $200

Levels 3, 7, 8, 9 Courses - a non-refundable deposit of $500
Level 2 Course – a non-refundable deposit of $100.

Payment
The balance of the Course fee is to be paid 7 days prior to commencement of the course unless other arrangements have been agreed to.

** 10% Early-Bird Discount


A 10% early-bird discount is offered for all Knoff Yoga Courses by

  • ensuring you meet the pre-requisites of each Course.
  • completing and forwarding your Application Form for acceptance.
  • completing the Order Form for required text books (if you do not have them already).
  • upon acceptance, paying the full discounted fee plus payment for text books ordered.
  • full payment is required a minimum of two (2) months prior to the start of the course.

 

Payment

* By Post (cheque/money order)to
    Knoff Yoga, P.O. Box 214, 
    Stratford 4870, Queensland, 
    Australia.

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For internet banking 
    Make payment to: Knoff Yoga, Westpac Bank, 
    BSB 034-664, 
    Account Number 16-8549.

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For international money transfers 
    Make payment to: 
    Knoff Yoga, 
    Westpac Bank, Cairns Central Shop 117, 
    Cairns Central     Shopping     Centre,    
    Cairns Queensland 4870, Australia; 
    Branch Number 034-664; Account Number 16-8549; Swift Code wpacau2s.

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For assistance 
    Contact James E. Bryan – Course Director, 
    Phone: + 61 7 4034 2919, or 
    Mobile + 61(0)41 536 2534 or 
    Email: Contact Us

 

Why Choose Knoff Yoga Teacher Training?

All our teacher training courses & workshops are conducted by Master Teachers, Nicky Knoff & James Bryan.

  1. The Courses are designed so that you will be properly prepared, trained and certificated to teach the Course levels you have studied – providing you do the work and pass the tests.
  2. We do not mix styles. Our aim is to simplify and clarify and this does not mean dumbing down. It is impossible to learn, much less understand, more than one style of yoga in a single teacher training course.
  3. Upon graduation, you will receive Knoff Yoga certification.  You can automatically apply with the Yoga Alliance® for the appropriate level registration:          
  4.  *YOGA ALLIANCE – 200 Hour (Level 1 - Dicovery & Level 3 - Foundation)  
     *YOGA ALLIANCE – 500 Hour (the above plus Level 2- Chair Yoga, Level 4 -Pregnancy Yoga, Level 5 - Yoga Therapy A, Level 6 - Yoga Therapy B and Level 7 - Intermediate)
  5. Your name, certificate level and contact details will be listed on the Knoff Yoga website under 'Certificated Teachers'.
  6. Any previous training or courses you have successfully completed with the Yoga Alliance will be accredited so that you commence your Knoff Yoga Teacher Training at an appropriate level.
  7. You have access to discounted Combined Public/Products Liability& Professional Indemnity Insurance through the Knoff Yoga Association Inc. and OAMPS for those teaching in Australia.
  8. We do not believe in gurus! Excellent teachers and helpful guides, yes. But if you wish to grow in yoga (as in life) you have to think for yourself. There is nothing in Knoff Yoga that will interfere with or contravene common-sense. We actively encourage questions.
  9. All Intensive Courses are led by Master Teachers, Nicky Knoff, and/or James Bryan. You will not be lumbered with junior teachers. Nicky & James teach all aspects of the Courses including: asana, pranayama, meditation, teaching methodology, anatomy and physiology and yoga philosophy.
  10. You have continuing support with Knoff Yoga. We keep in regular contact with the monthly Knoff Yoga e-Newsletter and you are encouraged to submit articles for publication.  You are also welcome to participate in future courses part-time, that is, if you would like a boost to your practice/teaching you can join a course for 1 day or many days - your choice. 
  11. Knoff Yoga offers 9 levels of Teacher Training for on-going professional development: Discovery, Chair Yoga, Foundation, Pregnancy Yoga, Yoga Therapy A, Yoga Therapy B, Intermediate, Advanced and Master Levels. No other yoga organization offers this extensive range of continuing education.
  12. The Teacher Training Courses are taught in intensive courses designed to minimize the impact of taking time out of busy lives. The Yoga Philosophy/Lifestyle and Ethics for Yoga Teachers section of the Courses, are designed by the distinguished yoga scholar Dr. Georg Feuerstein.
  13. The Anatomy & Physiology section of the Courses are based on the books of Dr. Ray Long.
  14. All Training is based on the Knoff Yoga ‘24 Principles of Practice’. These principles greatly simplify the understanding of the multifaceted science of yoga, to make both practice and teaching straightforward.
  15. In Knoff Yoga, unique systems have been carefully designed to help you implement the course information into your practice and teaching, for example, 5 class components and a 5 week rotational theme. 
  16. Knoff Yoga offers the only 100% Money Back Guarantee in the yoga industry. There is a condition though… you must graduate from the Course. Upon graduation, if you think you have not benefited, then we will cheerfully refund 100% of your money but you must return your certificate and all manuals supplied.
  17. In Cairns, Australia we provide an Accommodation List of local people with rooms to rent within bicycling or walking distance of the Knoff Yoga School.  


The Baked Cake Method

We call the Knoff Yoga intensive approach to training the Baked Cake method. If you want to bake a cake and it requires 1 hour in the oven, you do not remove it every ten minutes, let it cool down, and then put it back in the oven x 6. You end up with an inedible mess! You actually need the concentrated and powerful cumulative effects of deepening your practice and teaching – if you want to be a credible teacher with your own experience and insights. You have to “pay your dues, if you want to sing the blues”.

Principles of Practice

Knoff Yoga focuses on anatomically correct practice. But much more than just alignment, you are taught the unique 24 Principles of Practice which give you an overview. It is very easy to get lost in the multitude of technical points in asana practice. For example, there are over 108 points in Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose), but only 23 principles. The good news is that these 23 principles apply to ALL THE YOGA POSES, so once you know them, and this is an integral part of the Courses, you have them for all of the postures.

The 24 Principles of Practice are covered in great detail in your Teacher Training Course Manual!


Apply now for our teacher training and view our 2012 Calendar which also includes our Application Form.

benefits
  • Flexibility
  • Strength
  • Relaxation
  • Emotional Well-being
  • Fitness
  • Better Posture
  • Better Breathing
  • Better Sleep
  • Improved Circulation
  • Improved Concentration
  • Improved Digestion
  • More Energy
  • Enhanced Immune Function
  • Normalize Weight
  • Anger Management
  • Spiritual Awareness
  • Become Confident
  • Meet Like Minded People
  • Overcome Bad Habits
  • Become a Yoga Teacher
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contact us

Shed 3, 261 McCormack St, Manunda, Cairns 4870, Queensland, Australia

abn ABN: 18 109 428 864
phone Phone: + 61 7 4034 2919
mobile Mobile/Cell: + 61 (0) 415 362 534
fax Fax: + 61 7 4034 2913
email Email: Contact Us
website Website: www.knoffyoga.com
postal Postal Address: P.O. Box 975, Edge Hill,  4870, Queensland, Australia
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