Teacher Education

Iyengar Yoga Teacher Training Program
with Rebecca Weisman and Rose Goldblatt
Begins Fall 2027...

Learning to teach yoga is more than just teaching poses. Rather than merely leading people through a sequence, we believe in creating deep interest in the subject, as interest ultimately leads to absorption. Iyengar Yoga teaches us to be deeply aware of the movements of our own bodies and minds, and as teachers, from that jumping off point we learn to be invested in the students in front of us. Sharing the subject in this way collectively creates a cohesive sadhana (practice). In our Teacher Education Program we will explore how the basic structure and systematic method of Iyengar Yoga sets the stage, building from basic instruction to spiritual practice.

This program will cover the fundamentals of the art of teaching Iyengar Yoga. Through intensive weekends spanning 18 months we will dive deep into the basics of how to teach asana and pranayama from the Level I syllabus, how to refine one's personal practice, the art of sequencing, and modifications for common injuries and ailments. We will look at how to develop a nurturing classroom that helps support students on their journey. We will also explore basic anatomy and yoga philosophy with a firm foundation in all eight limbs of the yoga system.

In our intensive training weekends you will learn:

Names of Level l poses in Sanskrit and English
The families of asanas and their benefits
The art of demonstration
Teaching basic primary actions in an asana
Linking actions within an asana
The art of sequencing and linking between poses
Verbal correction and hands-on adjustments
Modifications for common injuries and ailments
The practice of pranayama
Anatomy pertinent to the Level I syllabus
Yoga philosophy including study of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Developing classroom rapport and ethics of teaching

Our training weekends will focus on one or more of the above topics through a combination of lecture, hands-on group or partner activities, and discussion. Our regular Tuesday morning meetings will focus on implementing the knowledge gained over the weekends, and practice teaching. Students can expect lots of practice teaching time and feedback in a systematic and nurturing environment, helping each person progress at their own pace.

September 2027 - January 2029
6 In-Person weekends, Saturday-Sunday, 9am-5pm (exact dates will be announced soon)
Tuesday morning meetings online (approximately 12 meetings per semester).

Program requirements:

Attendance at all training weekends and Tuesday morning online meetings. In-person attendance is required at the training weekends which will be held at the Iyengar Yoga Center of Vermont. Remote attendance at training weekends on Zoom may be possible for extenuating circumstances and requires prior approval. Additionally, students are required to attend two classes per week with a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher. At least one of these classes should be with Rose or Rebecca either in person or online.

Candidates for teacher training should have a firm foundation in the practice of Iyengar Yoga. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be well prepared to continue on for certification through the Iyengar Yoga National Association of the US (more information can be found at IYNAUS.org). Mentoring for the assessment will be provided to qualified graduates by Rose or Rebecca at no additional cost.

Program Prerequisites: 2 years of study with a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher

Fee: $5000

Installment plans and scholarship is available. See these resources for scholarship options:

Scholarship options in Vermont

Iyengar Yoga Association of New England

IYCVT's Community Engagement Fund: contact Rebecca@IYCVT.com

For preliminary interest please fill out our questionnaire:

Submit Inquiry Form

About Rose:

Rose is a naturally gifted Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (Level III) who teaches attention to alignment to a variety of levels. She has been teaching regularly since 2003 and is the Director of Iyengar Yoga North in Littleton, New Hampshire. Her teaching is professional, yet soft. She is precise, yet fun. She offers challenge, yet compassion. Rose’s lifelong love and dedication to yoga shines through in her teaching and is inspiring to her students. Rose has a special interest in training teachers and the importance of sharing in the knowledge of yoga so that Iyengar yoga and all it has to offer can be passed on to future generations.

About Rebecca:

Rebecca is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (Level III), a Certified Yoga Therapist, and the Director at the Iyengar Yoga Center of Vermont. She began teaching in 2006 and has a passion for all 8 limbs of the Yoga system which she loves to share with her students. She has a particular interest in therapeutic and medical applications of yoga and has experience teaching women's health including prenatal and postpartum yoga, recovery from injury and post-surgery, immune and endocrine disorders, and mental health. She recently co-authored the book Yoga for Pelvic Floor and Postpartum Health.

All photos Arik Cardenas