Yoga Teacher Training, BAAS Specialization

Online with two 2-week On-Campus Residency Courses

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successfully completing all requirements for the BAAS Specialization in Yoga Teacher Training, students will be able to:

1. Develop an inner understanding of the state of Yoga and the practices of Yoga (asana and pranayama) through your own direct experience.
2. Produce clear and refined verbal, visual, and hands-on cueing into, during, and out of the practices of Yoga (asana and pranayama).
3. Modify the practices of Yoga (asana and pranayama) safely with attention to anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics through the use of propping and therapeutic adaptations.
4. Synthesize your studies in Maharishi Vedic Sciences and/or Maharishi Ayurveda with the practices of Yoga (asana and pranayama) into thematic classes, series, and programs.
5. Prepare the foundation of your role as a Professional Yoga Teacher who acts ethically and safely.
6. Summarize your direction and goals after graduation, which include business, continuing education plans and registration as an RYT200 designation with Yoga Alliance.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a BAAS Specialization in Yoga Teacher Training, students must successfully complete 30 credits of required courses, including 22 credits of online courses, 4 credits of in-residence Yoga Teacher Training courses on campus at MIU, and 4 credits for the final capstone course.