Cost: $1,200 (US Currency)
Special Offer: Returning Level II and III graduates participate at half-price; $600.00!
Dates: May 14 – 20, 2017
Location: New York City (Bikram Yoga Flatiron)
Congratulations on taking the next step in becoming a Hot Yoga Teacher! What sets the Barkan Method apart from other Hot Yoga Trainings is Jimmy’s extensive experience and expertise. Jimmy Barkan’s Teacher Training was the first to be established in South Florida and is considered the top-rated training in this area and beyond. In fact, there are hundreds of students and studio owners around the country and world that got their start with The Barkan Method of Hot Yoga.
Jimmy’s experience in teaching, guiding, body alignment and yoga history is what separates & distinguishes The Barkan Method Teacher Trainings from all others. From this training, you will gain the proper tools, knowledge and hone your communication skills to be the most effective teacher you can be! With compassion and insight, Jimmy connects with each of his students on a personal level and offers a unique platform to explore your inherent skills and strengths as a teacher. You’ll be prepared to lead your first Hot Yoga class with confidence and skill!
Come and discover what thousands already know – that The Barkan Method of Hot Yoga Teacher Training prepares you to be the best teacher you can be!
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Option #1
Must already be a Bikram or 200 Hr. Certified Yoga Instructor
Earn your certification to teach The Barkan Method Hot Vinyasa Flow, if you’re already a 200-hour certified Teacher in the Barkan Method or a similar style of Hot Yoga. Participants must mail in a copy of their 200-hour teacher training certification.
Option #2
For Advanced Students who are not Certified Teachers
Participate in the program as an advanced student and take your practice to the next level practicing Hot Vinyasa. Participants must mail in a letter of recommendation from a 200-hour Yoga Teacher. For advanced practitioners only. Please note: You will not receive a certification to teach The Barkan Method Hot Vinyasa Flow in Option #2. Participants in Option #2 will receive a Letter of Completion.
History of Yoga
- Practice and learn to instruct Jimmy’s new “Hot Vinyasa Flow”
- Daily practice of advanced Hot Yoga Asanas.
- Learn advanced hands-on teaching techniques and skills.
- Explore in depth the history and philosophy of Yoga
- Learn about our lineage from Calcutta, India (Hot Yoga).
Monday-Friday
7:30am – 8:45am – Satsang on History, Sanskrit & Philosophy
9:00am – 10:30am – Hot Vinyasa Yoga Class
12:00pm – 2:45pm – Posture/Teacher Clinics
3:00pm – 4:30pm – Hot Vinyasa Yoga Class
Saturday
9:30am – 11:00am – Hot Vinyasa Yoga Class/Test
12:00pm – 1:00pm – Graduation
Orientation and Graduation
Orientation Sunday, May 14th, and Graduation Saturday, May 20th.
Dates & times always subject to change.
Required Reading
Recommended Reading
- Certified yoga intstructor from a 200-hour Teacher Training in the Barkan Method or a similar style of Hot Yoga OR an advanced student with a letter of recommendation from a certifed teacher.
- One year minimun yoga practice.
- Must be 21 years or older unless highly recommended by a certified yoga teacher.
All applications will be personally reviewed by Jimmy. Upon acceptance to the training we will send you an email confirmation and require a $500 non-refundable deposit. Submitting your application shows you have read and agree to all the requirements for the program. You will not officially be enrolled until we receive your deposit, and a letter of recommendation from a certified yoga instructor.Full tuition is due four weeks before the training. We are unable to offer refunds within three weeks of the training.Curriculum: You must meet all of the application requirements and fully participate in each and every aspect of the training. All participants are required to be on time, attend every class and event with an open mind and open heart.Continuing Education: Continuing education is an important aspect in any career. It keeps you up to date and refreshed. You will inspire your students as well as yourself when you continue to grow and learn. Graduates will be required to submit a renewal application by the 31st of July of every two years along with a $25 annual processing fee.
Level I and Level II Continuing Education Requirements
In order to keep your Barkan Method Certification current all graduates are required to participate in one CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM at least every other year. The program must be conducted by Jimmy. Regular classes with Jimmy do not count towards your continuing education requirements. The required programs include posture and teacher clinics. The most important and effective continuing education programs are the Level II/III Teacher Trainings. We recommend that you participate in one Level II program per year. Returning graduates of Level II training participate at half price.
Re-visiting at least 2 posture clinics with Jimmy Barkan (or a total of 4 hours at the Level I Training Posture Clinics) will also count and your participation is always welcome and free of charge. Graduates are required to make a reservation in advance when they will be attending the Level I Clinics.
