Training Courses
Unity Yoga Teacher Training
This Yoga Teacher Training Diploma is approved by the IYN (Independent Yoga Network) and Embody (IGPP)
This Diploma is concerned with reviving a yogic discipline with an integral core of authenticity. The Yogic goal is to become conscious, to reach the oneness of being, bringing all parts of ourselves together to become in tune with existence.
Unity Yoga is primarily based on Meditation as the central focus to our Yogic Practice. Living in the every day world with awareness, living our truth, and celebrating life! Unity Yoga combines the foundation of Integral Yoga (itself a relation of Sivananda Yoga) with much Pranayama and many seated and moving Meditations. It draws on Buddhist practices, Vedanta, Zen…aiming to be non-denominational, open to the many paths which lead to the same destination.
We study traditional Unity Yoga within a contemporary context, with a fresh viewpoint inspired by Osho. Sri Swami Satchidananda brought Integral Yoga to the West, himself a disciple of Swami Sivananda.
We look at various styles of Yoga, particularly Sivananda, and move in a way which is inspired by Sevanti's background in Dance and Movement; creating fluidity, dynamics and sequence in class structures. The underlying message of the course however, is that each individual must create his/her own Yoga, only then can one's authentic being be realised. Yoga is centering, when we are rooted in the centre, our whole perspective changes. When we look from the centre, gradually conflict eases.
"It is a flexible combination of specific methods designed to develop every aspect of the individual: physical, emotional, intellectual & spiritual. It is a scientific system which integrates the various branches of Yoga in order to bring about a complete & harmonious development of the individual."
Osho insists that problems arise because we are on the surface. Establishing a sense of spiritual centre by daily practice is encouraged to fully realise the potential of Yoga. Integrating deep relaxation and visualisation (Yoga Nidra), breathing techniques (Pranayama), Relaxation and Meditation with the Yoga postures (Asanas) allows a class experience to be balanced and complete.
The teaching syllabus emphasises an acute awareness of safety within a class set-up, and the benefits possible for all practitioners regardless of experience, age or health issues. Sevanti's teaching style is a healthy balance between invoking deep spiritual insight and down to earth humility through tangible and specific teaching methods. Emphasis is placed on the essence of Yoga as a lifestyle, a journey not a destination. A path to being more present, honest and more integrated - with ourselves, others and the world around us. It is also a path of celebration, a way of acceptance, surrender and inner peace. A good teacher inspires by example.
The Diploma is open to all who have a passion to develop themselves to their potential. To hear the call to go inwards in meditation & bringing the inner Buddha to the surface , to live in happiness & harmony in our present world. Integral Yoga is appropriate for all, and accessible to all.
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"A body of perfect health and strength, mind with a clarity and calmness, intellect as sharp as a razor, will as pliable as steel. Heart full of compassion, life full of dedication and realistion of the true self is the goal of integral yoga.
Attain this through asanas, pranayama, chanting of holy names. Self discipline, selfless action, mantra japa, meditation, study and reflection.
Om Shanti, shanti, shanti, Ever yours in Yoga"
Swami Satchidananda
