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“Y.O.G.A. for Youth” Teacher Training

October 23 – 27, 2013, Toronto, Canada

with Krishna Kaur

A 40-hour course that prepares you to work with at-risk youth using Yoga and Meditation techniques.

Your Own Greatness Affirmed (Y.O.G.A.) Inc.

Mission Statement: To provide urban youth with tools of self-discovery that foster hope, discipline, and respect for self, others and community.

The Y.O.G.A. for Youth Program incorporates traditional tools and meditative practices that help young people manage stress, anxiety, loneliness and anger. Our goal is to tap the intuitive wisdom and potential of each young person.

Why should I participate?

“I loved the Y.O.G.A. for Youth training. What I expected I got, an amazing Kundaliini yoga teacher and course. What surprised me was Krishna Kaur’s capacity to include people from all walks of life and to teach us how to do the same with grace. I thought I would learn how to work with young people. I learned that and much more. I learned how to incorporate into my own practice and classes a deeper understanding of complete acceptance of the other person, and to challenge with compassion.

“I would encourage anyone who would like to deepen their capacity to work with others not like themselves to take this course. It will inspire love and acceptance of the other within and without. Plus Krishna will sing, play the guitar and get you to dance. Not to be missed. I  loved it. Thanks again Nirmal for bringing Krishna Kaur to Toronto.”
Clarissa Chandler

Who should participate:

  • If you have a desire to teach in the Y.O.G.A. for Youth Program.
  • If you interact with youth as a front line worker, counselor, teacher, yoga teacher, artist, dancer, or martial artist.
  • If you want to service your community while deepening your personal practice.

Tools and practices involve:

  • Yoga exercises and postures that systematically work with the body, breath and sound, enabling students to relax and achieve mental tranquility.
  • Cultivating increased self-esteem and self-awareness through specific stress-relieving exercises.
  • Offering alternate responses to psychological pressures and physical challenges through the promotion of self-control and peaceful creativity.

Location:

Bliss Yoga Studio, 2992 Bloor Street West Toronto ON Canada (See map).

Course Dates:

October 23-27, 2013

Times:

8:30 am – 5:30 pm each day

Cost:

  • Early registration by September 23, 2013: $799 + tax ($902.87)
  • Regular registration after September 23, 2013: $899 + tax ($1,015.87)
  • Cost includes 155 page Teacher’s Manual & Curriculum Guide, and 25 page Workbook

    • Registration:

    1) Payment by cheque or money order:
    Payable to “The Wellness Path”, 348 Palmerston Blvd., Toronto ON, M6G 2N6, Canada.
    (US check or money order payable to “Tom Russell” at the same address).

    2) Payment online with INTERAC e-Transfer:
    Email transaction details to nirmal@thewellnesspath.ca

    3) Payment online with PayPal:
    3% processing fee added

    Save with early registration

    4) Payment Plans are also available:
    Contact Nirmal directly at 416-929-9369 or nirmal@thewellnesspath.ca to discuss a payment plan that fits your needs.

    Please send completed registration form to Nirmal via mail or email when registering.

    Cancellation Policy:
    All requests for refunds due to inability to attend may be subject to an administration fee of $200. All requests must be made in writing and received by Nirmal Singh via email or mail by October 9th. No refunds will be authorized once the course has begun. Thank you for your understanding.

    Information:

    For more information on Y.O.G.A. for Youth, please visit their website by clicking here.
    For more information on the Toronto course, please contact Nirmal Singh at 416-929-9369 or nirmal@thewellnesspath.ca.

    Teacher:


    Krishna Kaur    , founder of Y.O.G.A. for Youth, is an experienced and passionate Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher. She is committed to empowering youth in the U.S., Mexico, Africa, Canada and numerous countries around the world. Her dedication to sharing over 40 years of wisdom and experience acquired while studying with her teacher Yogi Bhajan shows in her enthusiastic service to underserved youth.

    Accommodations:

    Bed and Breakfasts
    http://www.bbcanada.com/ontario/greater_toronto_area/toronto

    Here are a few to consider:

    Annex Garden
    445 Euclid Ave. (behind ashram)
    Reservations: 416-975-5559

    Annex Quest House
    83 Spadina Rd.
    Reservations: 416-922-1934
    (Mention “The Wellness Path” and get a special rate)

    Feathers Bed & Breakfast
    132 Wells St.
    Reservations: 416-534-1923

    Admiral St. George B&B
    305 St. George Street
    Reservations: 416-921-1899

    Suite Dreams Toronto B&B
    390 Clinton Street
    Reservations: 416-538-0417

    Albert’s Downtown Toronto B&B Inn
    242 Gerrard Street East
    Reservations: 416-921-6898

    Hostels
    www.torontolodging.worldweb.com/Hostels/

    This hostel is a 10 minute walk from the ashram in Kensington Market:

    College Hostel Toronto
    280 Augusta Ave.
    Reservations: 416-929-4777

    Hotel Apartments:

    Grange Hotel
    165 Grange Ave.
    Reservations: 1-888-232-0002; 416-603-7700
    (Kitchette; double & single bed included)