About Lighten Up Yoga Teacher Training Institute

We offer training with Certified Iyengar Instructors at the 230-hour and 500-hour Yoga Alliance Registration levels. Our program, open to all yoga lovers, focuses on the Art of Teaching Yoga. The program offers consistent individualized one-on-one mentorship, in-depth study, and challenging practical experience. Students will receive focused attention to optimize their personal growth and comprehension. The program is rooted in the Iyengar Tradition giving each student a solid foundation in the principles of alignment and the subtleties of understanding that lead to the embodiment of consciousness. Join us to explore and experience the depth of yoga.

The Student
Whether you are already teaching yoga classes or are preparing to do so, you will find these courses to be educational, practical, and inspirational. Candidates are best suited for these programs if:

• you are a yoga enthusiast with at least one to two years yoga experience
• you are interested in deepening and challenging your own practice
• you have the desire to teach your own body and/or others

The Lifestyle Participant
This training will effectively challenge you to reach new heights with your personal practice, and to expand your yoga community. Training alongside those seeking to become teachers will develop your awareness of the more subtle aspects of yoga. As a lifestyle participant you will not be required to complete all the homework assignments or participate in the end-of-course teaching demonstration. To optimize your growth however, you will however be asked to complete several of the assignments. Keeping a journal is optional.

The Experience
Course graduates will gain a clear sense of how to lead a successful class, how to address the needs of a diverse population, and an understanding of your own strengths and gifts as a teacher. Besides receiving one-on-one mentorship and assistance from Lillah Schwartz, participants will work with an experienced, skillful staff Lillah selected specifically for these programs.

The Certification
Upon receiving your certification from Lighten Up! Yoga, you may apply to Yoga Alliance and receive your Registered Yoga Teacher status. You will also be prepared to pursue more in-depth certifications such as The National Iyengar Yoga Association Certification.

Mentorship Program Graduates of previous Institute programs assist new students through the mentorship program. Mentors provide individual attention to students to enhance their learning experience. If you are a graduate of the Institute program and would like to participate in this valuable experience, please contact Lighten Up! The Program Designer Lillah Schwartz, founding director of the Lighten Up Yoga Center and Teacher Training Institute, has been a catalyst for Yoga teachers since 1984. Lillah is a Iyengar Certified Instructor who specializes in therapeutic yoga for the spine, and has developed and produced two therapeutic companion videos in national distribution. A variety of health care and natural living resources have cited Lillah as an expert on safe and effective yoga techniques. She actively engages her students to challenge their practice and integrate yoga into their daily lives. For a list of Lillah's upcoming events, click here. For more information on Lillah, click here.

Our Mentors work hands on!

Program Cost
Level One: 230 hour : $1890 (Payment plan available)
Save $100 when registering by March 15, 2005 or save a
$100 each when registering with a friend at any time!

Level Two: 500 hour : $250 each weekend, payable in full 30 days in advance.

Call our office for details (888) 884-6028