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800 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga

Therapy Certification

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Since 1997, Yogaspirit Studios® has been a leader in the Wellness industry. Providing yoga education and

services to the public, we strive to promote leadership and awareness in the holistic health field, providing

the next generation of teachers with the necessary tools to be successful leaders.

We are pleased to offer a variety of certification programs covering the basics to professional yoga therapy.

Whether you are a newcomer looking to improve your understanding of Yoga and Ayurveda, or you are a

seasoned practitioner hoping to advance your career with holistic health training, we have the program for

you!

Table of Contents Table of Contents --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2

Mission, Purpose & Commitment ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

Yoga & Ayurveda: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Preventative Lifestyle Medicine --------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Program Overview -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6

Prerequisites --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6

Structure of Course (by segment) ------------------------------------------------------------- 7

In-Class Intensives --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9

Internship Non-Contact Requirements ------------------------------------------------------- 11

Supervised Mentoring Internship Hours ----------------------------------------------------- 11

Clinical Encounters (Supervised and Independent Encounters) ------------------------ 12

Breakdown of Hours ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 12

Graduation Requirements ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 13

Tuition & Fees ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13

Payment Plans for Certification Tuition* ---------------------------------------------------- 14

Application Process ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14

Policies & Procedures ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15

Retaking Classes ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15

All student records concerning the 625-Hour ---------------------------------------------- 16

Locations -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: Yogaspirit® Studios

2 First Avenue, Suite 127-2, Peabody, MA 01960 Telephone: 978.927.0099 Fax:978.468.4799

Email:info@yogaspiritstudios.com Web: www.yogaspiritstudios.com

Our Ayurveda Provider: Kerala Ayurveda Academy, in the State of California, is a privately owned institution

that is licensed by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education under School Code# 72482254.BPPE

address: 2535 Capital Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833, Phone:(888) 370-7589. Kerala

Ayurveda Academy, in the State of Washington, is licensed under Chapter 28C.10 RCW.

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Mission, Purpose &

Commitment Our mission: To guide students on the path of learning and

connecting with the ancient wisdom from Yoga and Ayurveda to

modern day society.

Our Purpose: We offer inspirational, natural solutions that support the evolution and healing of human consciousness, health and wellness across the globe in the modern day. We Believe: As one person is transformed in health and well-being, their family, friends, community and the world benefits. Our Commitment: Our commitment is to honor the uniqueness and the potential of each individual. As well, Yogaspirit® recognizes that we are all connected in the family of humanity and with respect we honor all yogic lineages and spiritual traditions. We are committed to sharing the teachings, principles and philosophies of Yogaspirit® for the benefit of generations to come.

Welcome to Yogaspirit® Studios

Yogaspirit® Studios invites you to take part in a journey through the world of Yoga and Ayurveda. With our

carefully developed trainings, our students experience authentic Yogic teachings that enhance personal

growth and transformation.

Designed for individuals young and old, newcomers or seasoned, our comprehensive programs are

designed to instruct those who wish to lead a more sacred and spiritual life. The Yogaspirit® philosophy

strives to educate on how to live by Yogic principles, integrating the Vedic teachings of Yoga and Ayurveda.

The practice and implementation of Yoga in the United States and other western countries has become

increasingly popular within the past twenty years. Since 1997, Yogaspirit® Studios has served the public as

a leader in Yogic traditions and methodologies. As we proceed further into the twenty-first century, we

have made it our priority to continue serving the public in Yoga and holistic health care for the future.

Our goal is to continue to promote the most authentic and comprehensive Yoga and Ayurveda teachings in

the United States and abroad in conjunction with our partner, Kerala Ayurveda® Academy. With our

developed programs and strategic partnerships, Yogaspirit® Studios brings experienced faculty committed

to providing the highest quality of education and services to our students and alumni.

The Yogaspirit® curriculum was developed by founder Kim Valeri, who was inspired by BKS Iyengar’s Senior

teacher Patrica Walden of who Kim studied with during years of practice and training. Yogaspirit®

philosophy is based on the foundation of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali which follows the Raja Path of Yoga

covering the Classical Eight Limbs of Yoga. The Yogaspirit® community is comprised of individuals of all

levels of practice, from those who wish to take part in our courses for their personal growth and/or

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teaching purposes, to seasoned professionals in the holistic/scientific/therapeutic industries wishing to

strengthen their professional practices with new science and skills. Yogaspirit® Studios encourages you to

become part of our growing community network!

Yoga & Ayurveda: Preventative Lifestyle Medicine

The World Health Organization (WHO) has defined health as “a state of

complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the

absence of disease.” TheYogaspirit® team believes that the key to physical,

mental, and social well-being can be found within the worlds’ oldest and

best documented healthcare systems known as Yoga and Ayurveda.

Yoga (or union), is a system and discipline which brings the mind, body and

emotional/social peace and harmony in balance through the practice of

Yogic postures, breathing, exercises and meditation. The practice of Yoga

has been proven to reduce stress, increase longevity, and purify the body. In

many ways Yoga teaching and therapy has been used to restore and

revitalize skeletal-muscular alignment.

Ayurveda, is a second system of healing which, in Sanskrit, ayur translates to

“life”, and veda translates to “knowledge”. Hence, Ayurveda has been

defined as the “knowledge of living”, or the “science of longevity.” This

practice strives to balance the body with the use of natural therapies and

herbal medicines. Just as with Yoga, the adoption of Ayurveda in one’s

lifestyle helps to bring balance to biological systems, as well as the mind.

Ayurveda can also be used as a preventative health-care path, acting as an

indicator to healthy living for one’s unique body type.

Together, Yoga and Ayurveda act as sister sciences, which are the overall

key to striking equilibrium between one’s health and wellbeing. Now, more

than ever, is the opportune time to increase one’s ability to lead a

successful, well balanced life. Additionally, being able to assist friends,

family, and/or clients with these practices helps your community lead

healthier lifestyles.

The intention of Yoga and Ayurveda is to treat the mind and body with

preventative lifestyle medicine adapted to the specific needs of each

individual. All treatments are considered complimentary to modern medicine, however Yoga and Ayurveda

work well at identifying and treating the root cause level of disease before there is even a symptom. In our

modern world, Yoga and Ayurveda recognize the benefit of working alongside western medicine traditions

for a complete wellness healthcare model.

Upon completion,

graduates will be able to:

Gain competency in structural assessments & therapeutic treatment protocols

Offer preventative Ayurvedic assessment& lifestyle counseling

Apply emotional healing techniques to modify habits that address root cause imbalances

Be prepared to establish your private clinical practice

Testimonial

“Through working with Yogaspirit

® Studios in the

Yoga Therapy program, I have been able to hone my skills in assessing body mechanics, emotional and physical imbalances, and use a variety of tools and techniques to enrich my client's lives. The Yogaspirit

®

techniques are invaluable to the yoga therapist and allow you to tap in to your intuition and true nature as a healer."

-Kathy M.

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Program Overview

Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Ayurveda

Yoga Therapy Certification

The Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist Certification is offered to those interested in pursuing a career path in Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda Wellness Counseling or who would like to add this set of skills to their present licensed profession.

This program will enable the practitioner to assist clients in their healing journey using the gifts of yoga as a tool. The client will be assessed in a holistic manner, from body structural assessment to energetic and habitual patterns that we create, to our diet and nutrition. You will use a variety of skills to assist your client: Yoga asana; pranayama; meditation techniques; behavior and cognitive therapies; intuition and more. If you would like to learn to assist others in this manner while developing skills that will last you for a lifetime, the Yoga Therapist program is for you.

The Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Professional Yoga Therapist Certification is designed for those who have graduated from the Yogaspirit® 200 Hour Teacher Certification (or equivalent), and the 625 Hour Kerala Ayurveda® Wellness Counselor Certification as well as all candidates who demonstrate the aptitude and skill set for healing through awareness of Yoga and Ayurveda therapeutic techniques.

The Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification is designed to affirm students’ awareness and ability to utilize his or her understanding of biomechanics, alignment and modifications and their therapeutic application. Additionally, students will learn techniques for Mind & Body Therapies, and ability to conduct structural Yoga assessments. This understanding of Yoga as a complete healing system, combined with the ability to assess and nurture through Ayurvedic counseling, is the ultimate intention of this certification.

With the Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification, students will receive a hands-on, in-depth training that will allow them to implement the knowledge he or she acquired in this emerging field of Yoga and Ayurveda strengthen his or her ability to assess and assist in one-on-one private sessions. Graduates of this course will acquire two additional certificates - one for Yoga Teaching and another for Ayurvedic Wellness Counseling.

Prerequisites

The International Association of Yoga Therapy (IAYT) has set standards for Yoga Therapists at the minimum

requirement of 1,000 hours. Yogaspirit Studios’ Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Program satisfies this requirement

with the prerequisite of a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certification, either through the Yogaspirit® 200 Hour

Teacher Training Certification, or approved equivalents (see Bridge Programs below).

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Bridge Programs

We recognize that many eligible candidates may be transferring to Yogaspirit® Studios from other

registered schools. The Deepening Asana™ and/or Sacred Life™ courses serve as bridge programs for

individuals transferring into our Yoga Therapy Program. Prior to taking the bridge requirement, students

will be asked to take a Bridge Equivalency Entrance Exam to assess his or her knowledge of subtle body

anatomy, biomechanics and functional anatomy in yoga asana.

In the case of transferring prior credit hours, the student will participate in an interview process with the

Enrollment Advisor or Program Director. This consideration for transferring prior credit hours will be

determined based on transcripts and equivalency exams.

Students who have taken Yogaspirit®’s 200 Hour Program have studied the fundamental work required to

understand Structural Anatomy, Biomechanics in Asana and have studied the Yogic framework for

Multidimensional Anatomy including Subtle systems used in Yogic Therapy Assessment which include but

are not limited to Vayus, Chakras, Nadis, Srotas & Koshas of the human body.

Methods of Delivery

Various methods of delivery are used to impart the material and information to meet contact hour

requirement s with faculty. These methods include: In Classroom, Lecture, Audio/Visual Aids, Mentoring,

Lab Discovery and Observation, Clinical Encounters and E-Learning. On-line learning is consider Contact

hours when live streaming in real time with remote Faculty and Non-Contact hour learning when Distant

Learning when viewing recorded replays and/or watching recorded video material without the real time

interaction of Faculty or Mentor.

These are the Methods of Delivery when engaged in Course Contact Hours:

1. Live in Person: Students will meet with instructor at a classroom location. Students are responsible for their lodging and meals if required.

2. Live Streaming: Some of our classes are taught via distant learning; the live streaming is interactive; the student becomes part of the class. Students may watch from home, or sometimes students meet to watch together.

3. Skype/Phone Conferences: Students will call/login conferences at scheduled times for live interaction. (Note: there may be time zone differences.)

Structure of Course (by segment)

The Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification is comprised of these three segments:

I. AWC - Kerala Ayurveda ® Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor Program (380 Hours). This is a 625 program, of which 380 Hours allocated to the Yoga Therapy Program to meet IAYT Curriculum Competencies. Since not all hours are allocated to this program, candidates for dual certification will need to complete the 625 hours to be qualified as an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor

II. AYT – Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Track (270 Hours) III. AYT - Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Internship (150 hours)

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Please refer to the course information below for an analysis of these certifications and overview of the

program.

I. Hour Kerala Ayurveda® Academy Wellness Counselor Program and/or equivalency; (380 Hours)

a. Students who have taken Kerala Ayurveda® Academy Ayurveda 625 Hour Wellness Counselor

Program have studied the fundamental work required to conduct Constitutional Analysis, make Ayurveda Yoga, Diet and Lifestyle recommendations and have met the Clinical Encounter requirements set for by the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA).

b. The Course Hours breakdown are as follows: i. Contact Hours: 300 Hours with Instructor or Mentor. Hours can be either Classroom, Live

Streaming, or Mentoring; ii. Non-Contact: 50 Hours of Recorded Lectures;

iii. Client Encounters: 30 Hours Mind Body Questionnaires c. If Students have not taken this program an interview process with the Program Director looking at

transferrable credits from an equivalent school and be conducted. d. The Program Director may make recommendation to attend some or all of the AWC program or

recommend the Yogaspirit® Ayurvedic Yoga Chikitsa Program if additional fundamental knowledge and framework of Ayuvedic Yoga was needed or missing from the transferring school program.

Topics will include:

o Introduction and history of the origins and practice of Ayurveda o Ayurvedic Physiology o Ayurvedic Psychology* o Ayurvedic Nutrition & Cooking o Ayurvedic Prevention Science & Herbology o Introduction to Yoga Therapy & Ayurveda Bodywork* o Disease Pathology o Disease Management o Practicum exercises & Clinical Management

*Included as part of Ayurveda Yoga Chikitsa Bridge Course. Visit www.yogaspiritstudios.com for a Chikitsa Catalog.

II. AYT – Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Track (270 Hours) a. Students in the Yogaspirit® Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Track, will develop the skills to work on

a one-on-one basis with clients. b. The AYT Track is comprised of several classes from the Yogaspirit’s Advanced 300 Hour

program. Classes from the Art of Healing Series (AHS), Art of Teaching Series (ATS) and Sacred Yoga Spaces Series (SYS) are transferable to the AYT Track below.

c. Topics will include:

AHS01 – Working with Therapeutic Modifications

AHS02 – Structural Assessment & Practice Protocols

AHS03 – Body of Sound & Consciousness

AHS04 – Therapeutic Group Settings

AHS05 – Advanced Anatomy & Physiology

AHS06 – Holistic Approach to Healing

AHS07 – Biomedical Knowledge & Terminology

AHS08 – Psychology & Mental Health Pathologies

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ATS05 – Teaching Inner Practices

SYS01 – Foundations of Sacred Yogic Spaces

AYT01 – Scientific Yoga

AYT02 – Professional Clinical and Business Management

III. AYT - Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Internship (150 Hours) a. A practicum comprised of 2-weekend workshops, and a 12-

month supervised interactive review allowing students to implement knowledge gained during the Therapist Healing Track. (Clinical Encounters, case studies, a research paper, project and business plan) are many of the subjects covered during the Internship process).

b. The AYT Internship is comprised of these Courses:

AYT03 – Practical Management I

AYT04 – Practical Management II

In-Class Intensives

Segment III: Yogaspirit® Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Track Class Course Description Days Hours

AHS01 Working With Therapeutic Modifications:

Focus of course is on students’ safety.

Understand strategies for assisting patients with chronic and acute therapeutic functional needs.

Exploration of contraindications to learn how to help others modify their practice in a classroom setting.

2 15

AHS02 Structural Yoga Assessment & Practice Protocols:

Gain necessary assessment skills to develop a professional private client practice.

Challenge your critical thinking in various poses to determine and assess weaknesses or key areas of limitation.

Review elements contributing to health history: stress factors, breath and autonomic nervous system functioning, and lifestyle considerations.

In-depth analysis of personal case studies to discuss documentation, consultations and working with individuals with complex histories.

2 15

AHS03 Body of Sound & Consciousness:

In-depth analysis of therapeutic mind/body skills such as; active listening, guided self-inquiry, and Yogaspirit

®body-frequency techniques.

Understanding how Yoga and Ayurveda Psychology along with neuroplasticity principles are used in a therapeutic setting.

2 15

AHS04 Working with Group Settings:

Intention of course is to learn models of human development, stages, lifecycles, personality and importance to medical and psychological health and well-being..

Practice principles and skills for working with groups, including communication skills, time management, boundaries and other needs of individual participants in a group setting..

2 15

AHS05 Advanced Anatomy & Physiology:

Course is designed to discuss the body from an anatomical and physiological perspective, to provide students with a clinical and structural of the human body in asana.

Anatomy topics will include: Kinesiology, Palpation, Muscular Origin and Insertion.

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Physiology topics will include: various body functions and systems, neuro-plasticity concepts, and principles.

AHS06

Holistic Approach to Healing:

Structure of the course is a client-focused, case study based program.

Demonstrate skills required in delivering Consciousness-based medicine using Yoga and Ayurveda.

Course includes an apprenticeship, designed to allow students to work closely with Kim Valeri, and learn the art of conducting intakes, formulate assessments, and deliver treatments while working within a 60-90 minute time-frame in a clinical setting.

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AHS07* Biomedical Knowledge and Terminology:

Become familiar with commonly used drugs and surgical procedures

Learn common medical terminology

Learn how to reference current healthcare information including pathologies, disorders, drugs, and surgical procedures

2 15

AHS08* Psychology and Mental Health Pathologies

Gain knowledge of commonly occurring mental health conditions - from psychological distress to psychiatric conditions - their symptoms, and common approaches/interventions

Understand psychological concepts and terminology, including mood, cognition, behavior and personality

4 30

ATS05 Teaching Inner Practices:

In-depth analysis of Pranayama and meditation.

Elements covered in this course will include practices, sequences, and Yoga nidra.

2 15

SYS01 Foundation Sacred Yogic Spaces:

In-depth analysis of the first two Chakras-Muladhara (root) and Swadhisthana (sacral)

Learn what they represent, how to channel them to remove fears and insecurities, and how to connect them with associated Elements of Nature.

Awareness of the mental and physical benefits to opening these Chakras.

Aspects in this course will include: Kundalini Shakti, Tantric Sadhana, Pashupti, Samadhi principles.

2 15

AYT01 Scientific Yoga:

Applying yoga therapy principles and techniques to treat aliments and diseases

Yoga for Gastrointestinal, Respiratory, Joint-Pain, Stress Disorders, Diabetes

4 30

AYT02 Professional Clinical and Business Management:

Ethical Principles, health care codes of conduct,

Personal practice and professional development

Establishing collaborative relationships with peers, related healthcare practitioners and organizations

Regulatory, business and practice management

2 15

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Segment IV: 150-Hour Yogaspirit® Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Internship Class Days Hours

AYT03 Practical Management 1

Learn to conduct intake, assessments, histories and relevant paperwork for yoga therapy

Practice setting goals, developing relationships and a sense of trust between the therapist and client

Learn communication styles and evaluation techniques

Preparation for the research and community project requirements needed to complete the program

2 15

AYT04 Practical Management II

Demonstrate ability to elicit goals, expectations and aspirations of the client as well as determine what might be addressed through yoga therapy

Demonstrate the ability to teach or deliver the appropriate practices for individuals or groups, taking into consideration their conditions, limitations, or overall practice strategy

Complete and present research project, case study, community project and evaluation in a written format

2 15

Internship Non-Contact Requirements

Research Project and Paper (40 Hours): Students will research a topic of their choosing. They will research

the topic, come up with a plan for clients including yoga, Ayurveda and other healing modalities, and then

present a case study where progress has been made with this treatment.

Prepared Business and Marketing Plan (14 Hours): In order to assist the student in becoming a successful

yoga therapist, they will be required to complete a business and marketing plan and provide materials to

launch their business.

Case studies Hours (42 Hours): Students will be expected to do 42 hours of preparation for their case

studies.

Supervised Mentoring Internship Hours

Interactive Monthly case study review sessions (24 Hours): Students will be expected to do call into a live

streaming session to review and present case studies.

Weekend Methodology sessions (30 Hours): The Practical Management I and II weekends (30 contact

hours) will focus on the standards of practice with yoga therapy clients and also the protocols for the

research paper/presentation. Evaluations, feedback, and professional ethics and presentation will also be

discussed. For Practicum Management II, students will present their study topic, community project or

service, and supporting evidence in a publishable paper:

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Clinical Encounters (Supervised and Independent Encounters)

Case studies Clinical Encounters Hours (42 Hours): This is based on the student spending 21 hours

preparing 6 case studies requiring the same amount of hours (21 hours) of direct Clinical Encounter per

case performing an intake, 3 visits/recommendations and out take form session.

Breakdown of Hours

Contact Hours: 564 +Non-Contact Hours: 236 = 800 hours

Client Encounters: 60 Encounters (30 Supervised and 30 Independent direct encounters with Clients).

The Yogaspirit® 800-Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification is comprised of these three segments:

I. AWC - Kerala Ayurveda ® Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor Program (380 Hours). a. 300 Contact Hours:

i. Live Weekends – 220 Hours ( Includes 15 Supervised Client Encounters) ii. Weekly Teleconferences with Faculty – 75 Hours

iii. Mentoring Sessions – 5 Hours b. 80 Non-Contact Hours:

i. Recorded Lecture – 50 Hours ii. Mind Body Questionnaires – 30 Client Encounter Hours

II. AYT – Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Track (270 Hours)

a. 210 Contact Hours i. Live Weekends 210 Hour

b. 60 Non-Contact Hours - Assignments

III. AYT - Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Internship (150 hours) a. 54 Contact Hours:

i. 24 Hours of 2 hour Mentor Calls on Cases ii. Live Weekends – 30 Hours (Includes 15 Supervised Client Encounters)

b. 96 Non-contact: i. Case study Preparation – 42 Hours

ii. Health Project Presentation – 40 Hours iii. Marketing/Business Plan – 14 Hours

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Graduation Requirements

Upon graduation from the Yogaspirit® 800-Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification, students will have

successfully:

Completed and obtained certification for the 200-Hour Yogaspirit® Teacher Certification and 625-Hour Kerala Ayurveda® Academy Wellness Counselor Program or equivalents

Tuition paid in full and completion of all necessary readings, special projects and practicums

Faculty

The intent of Yogaspirit® is to offer our students and alumni with detailed knowledge and understanding of

the teachings of Yoga and Ayurveda. We strive to provide our network with qualified teachers and faculty

members, working with those who are certified Yogic practitioners and Ayurvedic physicians/counselors

who have a tenured career assisting clients in the local, national, and international community. Our

skillfully selected team wishes to share their knowledge and help unleash their wisdom to future

generations of Yogaspirit® leaders.

Tuition & Fees For a Complete breakdown of tuition requirements for the 200 Hour Yogaspirit® Teacher Certification and

625-Hour Kerala Ayurveda® Academy Wellness Counselor Program (AWC), please refer to the links below:

Yogaspirit® Studios 200 -Hour Teacher Certification Program Kerala Ayurveda® Academy 625 Hour Wellness Counselor Program (AWC)

For a complete breakdown of the 150-Hour Yogaspirit® Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Track and 150-Hour Yogaspirit® Ayurveda Therapy Internship, please refer to the tables below:

Tuition and Fees for all Segments: Registration Fee $100.00

Deposit $500.00 (deducted from tuition)

Tuition (includes Deposit) $4,500.00

Ayurveda Yoga Therapy Track (14 weekends) $3,570.00

(AHS01-AHS08, AYT01-AYT02, SYS01)

Ayurveda Yoga Therapy Internship - $930.00

(AYT03-AYT04 & Mentoring Program)

(54 Contact Hours plus 96 Non-Contact Hours)

*Additional books and materials fees may apply per segment.

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Payment Plans for Certification Tuition*

Payment Plan Cost No. of Payments Registration

Fee* Deposit** Total Cost+

Tuition in Full $4,275.00 1 (5% discount) $100.00 n/a $4,375.00

Half yearly $2,000.00 2 (no finance charge/discount) $100.00 $500.00 $4,600.00

Quarterly $1,040.00 4 (finance charge applies***) $100.00 $500.00 $4,760.00

12 Month $360.00 12 (finance charge applies***) $100.00 $500.00 $4,920.00

15 Month $298.66 15 (finance charge applies***) $100.00 $500.00 $5,080.00

18 Month $253.33 18 (finance charge applies***) $100.00 $500.00 $5,160.00

24 Month $193.33 24 (finance charge applies***) $100.0.0 $500.00 $5,240.00

*$500 deposit is due upon date of initial enrollment to secure student’s place for all half yearly, quarterly and monthly payment plans. **$100 registration fee is due completion of enrollment process for all payment plans. Monthly recurring payments will be charged on the 1

st of the month (half yearly and quarterly plans will be charged accordingly after first payment

is made). ***Finance charges apply to total cost minus $500 deposit.

+ Books & Materials fees not included in Total Cost; will be due at the start of each segment where applicable.

Application Process Those interested in applying for the Yogaspirit® 800-Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification can inquire

with the Yogaspirit® Studios main office.

For contact information Yogaspirit® Studios, please click here.

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Policies & Procedures

Attendance Policy

Yogaspirit® requires 100% attendance for all segments of the Yogaspirit® 800-Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy

Certification. Students will be allotted a 3-year grace period to complete the intensives, active from the

date of the student’s first intensive. Should a student require more than the 3-year grace period, an

alternative plan will be provided on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Director.

The training staff of the Certification Program will note tardiness of students during class sessions.

Students will also be asked to note their attendance at the beginning of each session.

Class Cancellations

Pre-registration is required for all weekend intensives. Should a student need to cancel registration for a

particular intensive, he or she must do so within 48 hours of the weekend intensive in order to be

refunded the $100 registration fee.

In case of inclement weather, students should call their place of training on the day of class. The front desk

or answering service will be able to inform students of whether or not there will be a cancellation. Your

instructor may also choose to send out an e-mail the day before or day of to cancel class. If class is

cancelled due to inclement weather, Yogaspirit® will make arrangements for a make-up class.

Enrollment Policy

Class will be conducted based on a minimum participation requirement.

Retaking Classes

Students wishing for further instruction beyond hours already completed may attend another Yogaspirit®

800-Hour Professional Yoga Therapist Certification at the reduced retake fee.

Private Session Rate For missed classed hours or private student mentoring, students have the option to schedule a private

makeup session(s) with qualified Yogaspirit® faculty. Private instruction fees are subject to current rates.

Private and/or semi-private session may be pro-rated accordingly.

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Additionally For Graduation

In order to earn a graduation certificate, students must ensure the completion (and/or makeup) of the

items listed below:

Attendance (or make-up) for every session in the Certification, meaning student must have attended and completed work for all four courses of the Certification

Completion of associated course material for each session o All practicum, exams, and posture assessment sessions are mandatory for Certification

Professional Behavior & Ethical Conduct

During the Program all students are required to adhere to moral and ethical behavior. Failure to adhere to

such behavior could result in forfeiture of certification, as determined by the Program Director.

Certification as a Yoga teacher requires a certain level of physical, emotional, and mental stability as

determined by the evaluation of the Program Director.

Yogaspirit® does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, nationality, gender, age, marital

status, disability, or sexual preference.

Student Complaint Procedure

Should a student come across any complaints he or she wishes to report during the Yogaspirit® 800-

HourAyurvedic Yoga Therapy Certification, please feel inclined to direct any discrepancy to the Yogaspirit®

Director.

Record Retention

All student records concerning Yogaspirit® Studios will be kept for at least two years in paper copy. Paper

records cannot be promised after this time, but online students records will be maintained beyond the 2-

year limit.

Should a student need a replacement certificate, one may be ordered at any time (upon completion and

graduation of Program). Alumni will be asked to pay a processing fee plus shipping and handling for the

replaced certificate. A new certification will be issued and a copy made for the student’s file at Yogaspirit®

indicating that the certificate has served as a ‘replacement’ certificate.

All student records concerning the 625-Hour Kerala Ayurveda® Academy Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor

Program, will be maintained according to Kerala Ayurveda®’s school license requirements for that program.

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Locations Locations for Yogaspirit® 800 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist Certification are listed below:

California:

Kerala Ayurveda Academy - Fremont

www.ayurvedaacademy.com

Connecticut:

Your Community Yoga Center – Hamden

www.yourcommunityyoga.com

Massachusetts:

Aarti Yoga – Ipswich

aartiyoga.weebly.com

Whitman Wellness Center – Whitman

whitmanwellnesscenter.com

New Jersey:

Param Education Institute – Iselin

www.param.us.com

Washington:

Atlan Center – White Salmon

www.atlancenter.org

We congratulate you on your decision to become part of a growing community of teachers, healers and leaders who have the passion, commitment and dedication to embraceYoga & Ayurveda.

-The Yogaspirit®and Kerala Ayurveda®Team