PL3Y International Inc

The YOGAPL3Y Kids Instructor Training ONLINE 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, after-school program or through online virtual classes.

This On-Demand course offers you self-paced video coaching and accountability check-ins so that you can complete your training and become certified within 90 days (...or sooner, it's up to you! :)

Your On-Demand Training Includes: 

• Course orientation and tutorial videos with YOGAPL3Y Director Christina Aaron, and PL3Y Founder Melanie Levenberg
• Online, self-paced learning modules
• Downloadable Program Manual & Worksheets
• Lesson Notes and Step-By Step Videos for Yoga poses, games & activities used in YOGAPL3Y Kids classes
• Mid-Point personalized feedback from your Master Trainer, Amanda Grobbecker (via email)

COURSE DETAILS:

Your online learning experience will be hosted by Master Trainer, Amanda Grobbecker and Children's Yoga Expert and YOGAPL3Y Director, Christina Aaron.

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'll 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.

(Estimated time for course completion: 16hrs)

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*: $397 USD

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

Your course registration includes 6 months access to the online course area.

PROGRAM CERTIFICATION:

Once you have completed the 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 a YOGAPL3Y class. 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).
*Note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, you do not need to have children present in your class submission video.

Following your successful practicum assessment, you'll be eligible to become a licensed YOGAPL3Y Kids Instructor through our Membership program (starting at $227 USD/year), where you'll get access to on-going online YOGAPL3Y class plans and activities. If you work for a "not-for-profit" organization please contact us.

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