International Himalayan Yoga Teachers Association(IHYTA)
Box 31023 Bridgeland RPO
Calgary, AB Canada T2E 3R9
1-866-588-4887 in USA and Canada or Canada403-618-6834
The Himalayan Tradition of YogaMeditation, as taught by Swami Rama of the Himalayas, is multifacetedyoga and pranayama taught as part of the philosophy of Raja Yoga.There is less emphasison body positions, but more on the prana body, emotionalpurification, yoga philosophy and meditation in theInternational HimalayanYoga TeachersAssociation(IHYTA).
The IHYTA was formed in 1999 under the guidance ofSwami Veda Bharati.
Our Initial Certification program isthree years and 600hours in the subject areas of Foundation,Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Psychology, Sadhana (SpiritualLifestyle), Pranayama, Asana, Anatomy/Physiology, Health/Well-Beingand Practical Teaching Procedures. Students decide on one oftwotracks--CertificationOR ContinuingStudies.
Each year students attend a two week retreat andfulfill extensive home study requirements. Towards the conclusion oftheir study, they have a practical teaching examination in which theyplan and teach a one hour integrated class which includes pranayama,asana and meditation. There is an on-site closed book written exam (3hours) covering all areas of the curriculum and a take-home exam ofessay questions covering yoga philosophy and their experience as theyworked their way through the program.
This is an internationalprogram, andretreatsare offered inNorthAmericaandRishikesheach year. Local senior teachers mentorstudents to guide them through the curriculum and help them to honetheir teaching skills.
Here is information on the Summer Retreat(2004)
"Meditation, the Heart ofYoga," July 18-31,2004.
It will take place at Dunrovin Retreat Center, onthe St. Croix River, 30 miles east of Minneapolis, Minnesota,USA--two weeks of immersion in a peaceful, natural setting with SwamiVeda!
The format will be similar to the recent TTPRetreats in the past; however, there will bemore emphasison leading students to an understandingabout the Himalayan YogaMeditation in context ofone's entire life.
Much of yoga instruction today deals only withhatha, and Swami Veda has seen that students do not make spiritualprogress if their relationship with yoga is limited to only a fewworkshops on hatha, or only a few techniques, whether they be withasanas, pranayama or meditation. People learn a particular techniqueand then feel that this is all they need, and ignore relationships,the quality of their thoughts and emotions, and the integration ofthe Yamas and Niyamas into their lives.
The emphasis of this retreat will be onFoundational Studies with the theme: "WHAT IS YOGA SADHANA?" Therewill be time to connect with staff and friends, opportunities forstructured learning, small group discussion, personal contemplation,intensive meditation, and sustained silence (for those who could notmake the June 20th to 30th Silence Retreat).
If you are interested in getting teacher'scertification in the Himalayan Tradition, this retreatwill also satisfy the firstyear requirements for theTeacher TrainingProgram (TTP).
Please let us know your plans for this SummerRetreat, so we can roll out the red carpet.
Topics include:
What is Yoga Sadhana and the Marks of SpiritualProgress?
Silence and Inner Dialogue
Practices of Subtle Body Hatha
Subtleties of Breath, Steps in Meditation
Mantra: Its Use and Meaning
Initiation: Gateway to Sadhana
Sample Schedule of DailyActivities:
6:00--6:30 Prayers and Meditation
6:30--8:00 Guided Hatha Yoga
8:15--9:00 Breakfast
10:30--12:30 Workshop and Practicum
1:00--1:45 Lunch
1:45--4:00 (Open) Walks, Discussion, Meditation
4:00--5:45 Workshop and Practicum
6:00--6:45 Supper
7:00--10:00 Lecture
10:00--11:00 Prayers and Meditation
Presentersinclude:
Swami Veda Bharati
Pandit Hari Shankar Dabral
Pandit Ananta Sharma
Maya Balog
Dr. John O'Hearne
Dr. Steven Parker
Cynthia and Gary Gran
Mary Mohs
Ron Valle, Ph.D.
Jim Nelson
Cost Breakdown for July 18-31,2004
"Teacher Training Program"&"Continuing Studies Program"
Please send 50% of your amount due now. Balance ispayable before beginning the retreat. Make cheque payable to IHYTAand mail to Calgary address (at bottom).
(A)Continuing Studies Program:(for personalenrichment)
Full time - July 18-31 (14 nights)
Tuition: $450
Room & Board: $800
If you are staying on-site less than 14 days, thecost is $100 per day for tuition and room and board.
(B)(3-Year) Teacher Training Program:(allows forcertification upon completion)
Full time - July 18-31 (14 nights)
Tuition: $1,500 (one-time tuitionpayment)
Room & Board: $ 800
If you are staying on-site less than 14 days, roomand board is calculated at $60 per day.
Participation Per Day / No OvernightStay:
3/Sessions + 3/Meals: $75 / Per Day
($45) ($30)
Participation Per Event:
Per Session: $15
Per Meal: $10
Contact us at:
IHYTA
Box 31023 Bridgeland RPO
Calgary, AB Canada T2E 3R9
1-866-588-4887 in USA and Canada or Canada403-618-6834
Namaste,
Lynn Fraser