The only place in Valencia to study 500TT Vinyasa Flow is now open for enrollment. (Versión español)
The 2019 – 2021 course is certified by Yoga Alliance Europe. Gain a professional qualification, and start a new chapter in your work-life as a Vinyasa flow teacher.
Vinyasa flow Is a holistic approach that merges core yoga elements into one intense style. It is the combination of rhythmic breathing, fluid movement, varied sequences, asanas and pranayama.
To master this style you first learn to breath in rhythmic harmony whilst performing fluid yoga sequences. Deeply inhale and exhale to stretch just that little bit further to reach the poses correctly. Hold a pose for the briefest of moments, then flow on to the next. Focus your mind on your internal self and channel your energy (prana) into the rhythm of the sequence. The unity of these elements deliver a very emotional and spiritual experience. A feeling of oneness with your fellow companions. A sense of practicing at your maximal potential, where everything falls into place.Where Vinyasa flow differs from other styles of yoga is that it is far more similar to contemporary dance or ballet. It’s not a series of static poses. It is movement, it is rhythm, it is flow.
Course Objective:
Designed with an emphasis on real practice, you will experience how to teach yoga right from the first module, build your self confidence and add to your skill set, always with the guidance and supervision of qualified teachers.
Teaching yoga is an artform, it is about expressing your individual personality to the students that have put their faith in you. There is no one right way to teach, but through practicing teaching classes and help from our teachers, we will find the right way for you. Gain first hand real experience with real students that come to our studio. Learn more than just teaching techniques, live the life of a teacher.
You will be required to create your own classes and sequences, each time integrating more intricate techniques in Asana, Pranayama, Kriyas and Meditation. You will quickly notice your progress as you develop through the course with the help of regular evaluation.
The program integrates the ancient teachings of yoga into our modern lifestyle. Both the devotional and scientific approach to yoga, practice and theory. The themes of anatomy, philosophy and history of yoga are interspersed throughout the course so that you have time to familiarize yourself with these concepts gradually and organically. The course helps you develop a teaching methodology. A set of skills and teaching tools that will be highly transferable to your own classes, once you start your own career.
Course Details
Why enroll in a 500TT course rather than a shorter 200TT course? The spanish government has introduce new requirements where it only recognises someone with a 500TT as being professionally qualified. To practice as a professional yoga teacher you need the 500TT. Our course also fulfils other state requirement such as first aid training. The 500TT course will train you to be better prepared and informed teacher.
The Yoga Flow Vlc Studio is modern and spacious, located in the heart of Valencia. It offers the optimal environment in which to enjoy learning, and reach your full potential.
The 500TT Vinyasa Flow course consists of 16 modules divided in two parts. The first part consists of 10 modules which will be held on one weekend each month starting in September 2019 through to July 2020, providing you with a solid knowledge base in teaching yoga. The end of this part is celebrated with a weekend rural retreat in Spain. After a two month summer break the course resumes in september.
In the second part of the course, you will specialise in Vinyasa Flow.The six modules will run from September through to February 2021. The end of the course is celebrated with a week long foreign retreat and the certificate ceremony.
Each weekend module consists of 12hr on Saturday and 6hr on Sunday finishing by lunch. Many modules feature guest speakers and specialists in health & wellbeing.
In order to achieve the 500TT hours required, there are 288 hrs of course attendance, 60 hrs of regular yoga practice (free at studio), 27 hrs as teacher assistant, 9 hrs as lead teacher and 120hr on yoga retreat workshops.
There is essential reading material requirements and exams. You will build up a printed copy of every subject studied, for your future reference.
We also welcome students that wish to develop their personal practice to a higher level and increase their knowledge of yoga, even if they do not wish to become teachers. The course will be taught in Spanish. Non Spanish students are welcome, but a high level of spoken and written Spanish is required.
Course places are limited to only 15 students a year, enabling us to provide a high level of personal support and attention, maximising your development and success. Our teachers will be more than happy to go out of their way to answer all the questions you will have. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Course themes
This is just a brief outline, please come to the studio to discuss the course themes in more detail.
Subtle body: The seven Chakras, The Prana, Yamas & Niyamas, Bandhas, Drishtis
Anatomy: Respiratory System, Bone System, Skeletal and Muscles, Endocrine System, Digestive System, Circulatory System, Nervous System
Health Concepts in Yoga: Food & Yoga, Anxiety & Yoga, Stress & Yoga
Asanas: Standing poses, Lateralizations, Extension & Flexion, Inversions, Twists, Balance
Addition: immersion in Meditation, Pranayama and Mantras.
The above is covered in the first ten modules the remaining six modules are specialisation in Vinyasa flow.
Angela Macías is the Director of the Yoga Flow Vlc. qualified in Vinyasa Flow with Alessandra Pecorella, Aditya Yoga School, London. Shiva Rea technique.
She first studied ashtanga in London under Alexander Medin for 6 years, renowned in the world of yoga and a direct disciple of Sri Pattabhi Jois.
She has also been fortunate enough to practice with some of the most famous yoga teachers in the world, such as John Scott, Emma Henry and the guru Sri Pattabhi Jois.
After living and practicing ashtanga, vinyasa and Jivamukti in London for 20 years, Angela moved to Valencia, and opened Yoga Flow Vlc studio to continue her passion. She has now gained over 7 years of experience teaching adults full time, as well as designing the Vinyasa Flow 500TT course, which is now in its second year.
Ana Ortega (Yogi Jagger) Qualified in the Sadhana School (European Federation of Yoga teachers). Completed Yoga Therapeutic training at Pranamanas Yoga school. Teacher in OM Shree OM school. She developed her own style of vinyasa flow yoga combining it with lively Rock & Roll music (Yoga & Roll). She currently teaches Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa at Yoga Flow Vlc as well as private classes.
Guest Speakers / Specialists
Each year we have a number of invited specialist to cover certain aspects on the course, We can not confirm in advance who will be available, though as a guide last years we had specialists in Tantra Yoga, Shiatsu, Ayurveda, Bhagavad Gita, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and Upanishad.
Course Fees:
Registration Fee: 200€ (VAT Included)
Fee per module: 200€ (VAT Included)
(VAT at 21%)
The cost of food and accommodation on the retreats will be in addition to the course fees. The details of the retreat destinations will be confirmed in due course. We can provide last years retreat information as a guide as to what to expect. Please talk to one of the studio teachers for more information. To arrange an appointment at the studio, please use our form here
We look forward to warmly welcoming you on this fantastic journey. Namaste