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Blisstopia Retreats Wellness Center & Blisstopia Institute

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Blisstopia Retreats and Blisstopia Institute 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Creating more bliss one student into one teacher

at a time in 2025!

Friday, February 28th check-in between 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm through

Sunday, March 9th, 2025 check-out by 1:00 pm

Program Intention and Purpose

BLISSTOPIA RETREATS AND BLISSTOPIA INSTITUTE Yoga Teacher Training program is based on the traditional, classical form of the Eight-limbed Path. The course is based on a richly integrated curriculum which provides for a personally transformative experience where you can understand, assimilate, and develop a strong platform from which to teach or simply deepen your current practice. A personal spiritual practice or Sadhana, becomes the basis from which you teach, and in your own practice and growth, you develop your authentic voice as a teacher. We teach from a seat of humility, wisdom, and experience of what has changed our lives and base these teachings on the proven and sacred yogic texts and upon what the great masters have shared throughout history. You gain the knowledge of the key elements critical for effective teaching from these course components:

• Roots of Yoga
• The Classical Asanas
• Yogic Anatomy and Physiology
• Subtle Body/Energy Anatomy
• Meditation, Mantra and Mudra
• The Seat of the Teacher
• The Business of Yoga

Program Commitment

The Teacher Training program is a 200-hour registered Blisstopia Institute program. Each classroom hour counts towards the required time and must be fulfilled. In addition, outside study, practice, assisting and observation times will be required as well as meeting a personal Sadhana commitment. All reading, written assignments, and class participation are part of meeting the requirements. Any missed hours will be scheduled for makeup and may require additional work and/or fees. An important part of your participation and successful completion of the program is the continuation and deepening of your personal daily yoga practice. As a student, you will be strongly encouraged to participate as often as possible in classes. The optional classes are not included in the cost of the training but are an integral part of your personal skill and knowledge base.

Summary of Requirements for Certification

• At least one year of consistent yoga asana practice is required to apply for the 200-hour YTT adding up to a minimum of 200 hours of practice between asana, meditation, and study.
• Attendance at all classroom hours.
• Completion of a 30-day meditation with a summary paper written.
• Assist in 6 classes outside of our Teacher Training times.
• Complete all outside reading and demonstrate proficiency of all information with a passing score on the final exam.
• Observe 4 classes outside of Teacher Training times, 2 with lead teachers, and 2 with pre-approved teachers, about your teaching style.
• Participate in a minimum of 24 yoga classes outside of Teacher Training times, 12 with lead teachers, and 12 with pre-teachers. These classes may not be included in your Teacher Training registration fee and will be at your expense.
• Teach 2 classes within our Teacher Training hours created by yourself plus various other short sequences.
• Providing you meet the above requirements; Blisstopia Institute will certify you as meeting the requirements and it is up to you to then submit your paperwork to Blisstopia Institute for full certification.

Program Study Materials and Required Books

A comprehensive book list will be provided to you upon acceptance into the program, with recommendations on where to purchase your books. While the cost of these books is not included in the program fee, the expectation is that you are building a library for your continued use. You may find these books to become invaluable not only in your personal practice but also in your teaching. Also, depending on what books you already own, can borrow, or share, your cost may vary. A course binder is included.

Personal Health Requirements

The program will include steady and strong asana, meditation, and pranayama practices each time we meet. It is highly recommended that you understand your limitations, both physically, mentally, and emotionally, and work to develop your own practice. If you do have any specific health concerns, please be clear on the application and seek your health provider’s recommendation and release before enrolling in the course. A yoga teacher training course can be demanding on all levels, consider the present state of mind, body, and emotion before you enter into this program, and do so with wisdom and pure intentions.

- Application Procedures

If you have any questions, please email blisstopiareterats@gmail.com or call us directly or 623-986-2899 prior to completing the application. When we are satisfied you can meet the requirements and we have met to discuss your desire to apply, please submit your registration (click Below) with your deposit option of $555.00 or the Option to pay in full.

Refund Policy

Deposits are non-refundable once your application has been accepted. Tuition minus the non-refundable deposit is fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the beginning of the teacher training program. Once the program begins and after the first YTT attendance, the tuition including the non-refundable deposit is non-refundable, and you are liable for the entire tuition to be paid in full, except in extreme cases of unprecedented or unforeseen circumstances. A wait list of students will be held up to the beginning of the course.

Assessment and Completion of the Program

Throughout the program, we will work together in an intimate classroom setting to ensure that you fully comprehend what is being taught. We intend to be clear, uplifting, and fully supportive of your learning, personal growth, and future teaching abilities. Empowering you to be comfortable, relaxed, and competent in the teaching environment is important as well as awakening in you that divine spark of bhaava, love for yourself and others, in sharing the transformational and healing powers of Yoga.

Each step of the way, throughout the course, you will learn techniques for teaching, how to hold the Seat of the Teacher, and how to create and maintain a personal Sadhana. You will experience personal growth and transformation. You will know your strengths and challenges and together we will work to draw out your best in our supportive environment.

Dates of Yoga Teacher Training and Tuition

Pre-study training starts when you register or not later than January 30th, 2025:

Pre-study & virtual training will include required reading, brief quizzes, and journaling. Documentation of time spent on pre-study is required, as well as the In-person training to receive your 200-hour certification.

We look forward to you growing in your practice and exploring the path of the teacher. We are here to support your journey!

Peace out, bliss out,

Mark & Lana Royce