Yoga Teacher Certification in Omaha
What makes a Yoga Teacher special? Of all the teachers you have had, consider the ones that you really love. What are the qualities that drew you to them and keep you coming back? At Sound Method, we strive to bring out the authentic leader in each of our budding instructors. We provide a strong non-dogmatic, evidence based curriculum that prizes individual strengths. It turns out, very few of us return to a teacher over and over because they can rock a handstand, or because they have the best playlist. We crave authenticity and sincere passion. We search for teachers who have the tools we need to help us meet our goals.
The Sound Method Yoga Teacher Training faculty will prepare you to become that teacher: Authentic, evidence based, a source of knowledge and compassion.
Hybrid Program for Busy Professionals
Sound Method Yoga has been training extraordinary teachers since 2012. Our program is always evolving to meet the needs of our busy but committed students. Sound Method Yoga Teacher Training combines the following elements to fit into your busy life.
Classroom Hours
Most Classroom Hours meet on weekends
Online learning
Self paced online lectures for enhanced retention
Mentoring
Small group in person mentoring to enhance skill.
Applied Practice
Learn by doing. We're with you every step of the way.
Curriculum
5 carefully crafted modules will be explored
1. Cueing and Context
Developing and articulating precise, relevant and powerful verbal instructions for guiding students toward their fullest potential. Establish efficiency in your language right off the bat. Learn to harness the wisdom of a strong personal yoga practice to offer compelling and effective instruction. Discover the foundational postures and transitions of a flow Yoga practice. Understand the anatomy of breath and how to employ it to serve your students.
2. Anatomy, Safety and Therapeutics
An experiential exploration of human anatomy. Application of anatomical and biomechanical concepts in practicing and in instructing yoga. Learn the science of stretching to truly understand both the impact and the benefit of your practice and teaching. Master the basics of modification and strategies for addressing student's most common concerns. In our second module we introduce a broader variety of postures for practice and teaching.
3. Theming and Sequencing
This is where a certification from Sound Method really sets you apart from other new teachers. Learn progressive, mindful sequencing strategies to maximize the success of students of all levels. You will be introduced to sequencing models that will lend cohesiveness to your classes. Learn hands on adjustments and corrections to guide and empower students toward their fullest potential. Learning to build classes for targeted populations and the use of yoga for therapeutic purposes. In module three we begin to understand how to combine poses and transitions to help students reach their goals.
4. Subtle Anatomy
Discover the "other" anatomy such as the chakras, nadis, vayus, bandhas. Addressing the chakratic system and it's many aspects and practical application. We'll also address styles and techniques for meditation in this Module. Discover a whole new realm of asana practice when we apply energetic principles individual poses as well as sequencing strategies.
5. Application and Embodiment
Teaching intermediate and advanced students: Applying the theory of Krama to approaching complicated postures. We'll play with some of our favorite poses -inversions, arm balances and advanced backbends. Advanced hands on assists for challenging postures and the use of manual adjustment for advanced students.
Teacher Training Faculty for Winter Traditional Program
Mandy Ryle (RYT 500, YACEP, CPT), owner of Sound Method Yoga, Director of YTT
Mandy began practicing yoga in 2000 and has been teaching since 2007. Her vast teaching experience, knowledge of anatomy, vocabulary of asana and sharp clarity in describing and demonstrating concepts that can often be difficult to grasp qualifies her uniquely to train budding yoga instructors. She has in depth training in biomechanics and pain science and offers a unique perspective for teachers in training. Her classes often tell a story and utilize her knowledge of yoga philosophy, history and science. Mandy’s classes never subjugate the importance of the breath and the foundation of compassion. Mandy is a movement advocate and a science geek. Her passion is evidence based practice and her specialty is Yoga for Pain Care. Mandy is also a Certified Personal Trainer and an International Retreat Leader. Learn more about Mandy at yoga.mandyryle.com or check out Mandy's podcast The Yin Yoga Podcast.
Pamela Chase, RYT 500
Pamela was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah where her personal yoga practice began many years ago. She moved to Omaha in 2013 and her first search in her new town was for the yoga studio she would call home. She found it at Sound Method Yoga so it was understandable that it also be the place to complete her RYT 200 hour training. Pamela has been an adventurer most of her life and always sought out “the experience” of each event, encounter, moment and each time on her mat is a new and irreplaceable occasion. Her mother always said she would be a business professional or a comedian; somehow, she makes them both happen. The love of life and true well-being she that endeavors to achieve each day, shows in her teaching, be it in the office or on the mat.
Lauren Kraemer, RYT 500
Lauren was born in central Florida and has had a fascination for movement for the entirety of her life. This fascination brought her to UNL where she obtained a Bachelor's degree in dance and somatic movement. She began diving into the effects, science, and curiosities of movement, specifically the way movement can change our brains, nervous systems, habits, patterns, and overall outlook on life. This, mixed with yogic philosophies and ethics, have impacted and guided much of her life. With thousands of hours of trainings and teaching experience, she incorporates evidence-based & creative sequencing, inclusive & accessible classes, mindful & approachable challenge, the ability to self-regulate, and easeful awareness of the body, mind, and heart.
Yoga Teacher Training Program Mentors
Jama DeForge, RYT 200
Yoga: Union. Body & Breath. Teacher & Student. For 20 years, Jama has been the student of many teachers, and have the honor to be the teacher at the same studio where she earned her RYT-200 Certification & Yin Certification – Sound Method Yoga. Vinyasa Flow is her main jam, wherein she aims to keep classes accessible yet interesting, honor the traditions of yoga, and have fun. Yoga, to her, is part of living well. Being well. She's so excited to share YOUR practice & journey with you.
Erin Burke, RYT 200
Through slow breath or sweaty movement, Erin turns to yoga as a pathway for constant growth and discovery. She gravitates towards vinyasa classes and aims to lead a practice that allows students to challenge themselves in an accessible, lighthearted way. Erin completed her RYT 200 and yin yoga certifications at Sound Method Yoga in 2015. She is passionate about cultivating personal wellness through movement, food, and community.