Course Description

The YOGAPL3Y Kids Instructor Training Course is designed for anyone with a passion for working with children, who wants to learn how to lead playful kids yoga  classes at their local community centre, yoga studio or after-school program.

Training Includes:

-2 day in-person training
-Program Manual
-Online pre-course materials
-Online Notes and Tutorial Videos for Yoga poses, games & activities

During your training, you will learn how to create a motivating and safe space where kids ages 6-12 can get playful and have fun as they develop physical literacy and positive mental health through yoga.

You will develop instructing skills and learn effective strategies on how to teach kids yoga in a simple and playful way, using a combination of traditional yoga and our PLAYful & interACTIVE teaching approach. 

You'll also learn how to follow our pre-made YOGAPL3Y Class Plans and deliver an effective yoga class that includes a balance between active movement and mindfulness activities. A class that develops physical literacy and fundamental movement skills, while fostering a playful and positive class environment.

COURSE TOPICS:

  • Developing physical literacy and promoting playfulness and positive mental health through yoga

  • Becoming a YOGAPL3Y Instructor:  Class Structure, Culture, Coaching, and Certification

  • Understanding Yoga & Mindfulness, Coaching and Cueing.

  • Next-Level Instructing Skills: Teaching Using an Interactive Approach while Fostering a Positive Class Culture


COURSE FEE*:

$375 USD

*Register by October 18th for Early Bird Rate: $325 USD

*Payment plan available (click HERE for monthly payment plan option)

PROGRAM CERTIFICATION:

Once you have completed your weekend course, you will have the knowledge and skills to obtain certification status.

In order to qualify for the "Certified YOGAPL3Y Kids Instructor" title, you must submit a practicum assessment (via video) of yourself teaching YOGAPL3Y to a group of at least 5 children who are 6 to 12 years old.  In this video, you'll need to demonstrate that you are able to deliver a YOGAPL3Y class according to our internationally accredited program standards, following the class plan that will be given to you during your training (online video tutorials included).

Following your successful practicum assessment, you'll be eligible to become a licensed YOGAPL3Y Kids Instructor through our Membership program ($227/year for Commercial Users, or $177/year for Not-For-Profit Instructors), where you'll get access to on-going online YOGAPL3Y class plans and activities.


By registering for this course, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.


YOGAPL3Y Program Director

Christina Aaron

Christina Aaron, BSc., 200hr e-RYT, YACEP & Children’s Yoga Instructor, is obsessed with helping children & youth gain the confidence and ability to be the very best versions of their own unique selves. She believes that there is no better way to instill the skills and tools necessary to have the courage to be your best self than through the practice of yoga. Empowering kids to feel comfortable and strong in their body, to use their breath to calm themselves and get through stressful times, to focus and to self-regulate are invaluable skills that children & youth can use throughout their life. Christina is passionate about sharing yoga with children in a fun & playful way and she is grateful for the opportunity to teach others how to do the same.Christina completed her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training with world renowned yoga teacher Nicki Doane in 2014, and she continues to study with her annually.

Course curriculum

  • WELCOME! (Please Read All Posts in this Section)

    • Welcome to Your YOGAPL3Y Kids Instructor Training!

    • A Message from Your Master Trainer! :)

    • How to Prepare for your Course *IMPORTANT!*

    • Video: Meet Your Master Trainer!

  • YOGAPL3Y Class Plan 1 Content

    • YPK Class Plan 1 - What is Yoga?

    • 3 Rules & Bubble of Awesome

    • 3 Rules of PL3Y

    • Bubble of Awesome

    • YPK Warm-Up Script

    • YOGAPL3Y Warm-Up *Must Learn This Before the Training!

    • Hula Hoop Circle

    • Child's Pose

    • Tadasana_Tada Pose (Mountain Pose)

    • Tadasana (Stiff vs. relaxed)

    • Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)

    • Table

    • Plank Pose

    • Downward Dog (ages 6-9)

    • Downward Dog (ages 9-12)

    • Wild Thing (from downward dog)

    • Crab/Downward Dog Tag

    • Garden Yoga Activity

    • Tree Pose

    • Flower Pose & Group Flower

    • Partner Tree

    • Yogi Toes (pom-poms)

    • Post-Savasana

    • Spaghetti Test Savasana (This can be found in your book "Yoga for Children" pg.249)

    • PL3Y Namaste

    • YPK Wrap-Up Script

  • Post Course: Completing Your Certification

    • Certification Process (4 Steps)

    • *Updated March 2020* I'm Ready to Film - What Do I Need In My Video?

    • How to Film and Upload Your Videos

    • Certification Forms: Self-Assessment and Cover Page

  • Certification Video Submission

    • Submit Your Video HERE

  • Class Kick-Off Toolkit!

    • Practice and Promo (Demo) classes

    • Yoga Mats and Insurance

  • Terms and Guidelines

    • Course Terms & Conditions