Advanced Teacher Training
300 Hour Teacher Training
September 18-October 16, 2022
Sicily, Italy
For the Professional Teacher
"The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be."
Advanced Yoga Teacher Training - In Sicily, Italy
This course is taught in English.
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Europe
You Will Be Trained To:
- Teach Workshops & Masterclasses
- Create Sequences for Vinyasa, Hatha, Restorative, Peak Pose, Chakras, Anatomy, and Many other scenarios
- Lead Retreats - You Will Create a Retreat During this Training
- Practice & Instruct Advanced Pranayama Techniques
- Teach Yoga in Presentation Formats - Philosophy & Asana Clinics
- and So Much More!
What to Expect
- 28 Nights in the south-eastern Sicilian countryside - Private farmhouse and practice space
- Daily brunch, mid-day snacks and teas, and vegetarian dinner - can accommodate vegan diets. Cuisine based on local typical dishes of the Sicilian region
- Yoga Alliance accredited certification for 300 hours Teacher Training upon course completion
- Development of teaching skills that set You apart from other teachers in your field - A professionally focused training
- A deep dive into pranayama and philosophy that will significantly enhance your personal practice, as well as your teaching methods
- An immersive training experience where you will discover growth as a person, as a yogi, as a teacher, and develop life-long friendships with others also passionately on their path
This is a training experience unlike any others, designed for yoga teachers who are serious about teaching yoga as a profession.
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course Curriculum
In this course, you will “Up Level” the skills that you developed in your 200 hour training. We will give you the tools to teach master classes and amazing private instruction to your students. You will be prepared to develop workshops and retreats, and move beyond drop-in studio classes. You will be set on a path to one day lead your own teacher trainings.
Through the process of developing these teaching skills, your understanding of this course material will find its way into every aspect of your personal practice, and it will deepen significantly.
As for the practice itself, YES ABSOLUTELY you will go deeper into your practice than ever before. You will learn kriyas, advanced pranayama, learn to unlock advanced poses, meditation, mantra, and more!
Learn Sequencing
Teach Workshops
Lead Retreats
This teacher training course is comprised of 5 main areas of focus:
- Teaching Fundamentals
Build upon the knowledge that you acquired in your 200 hour training, and develop strong instructional techniques that allow you to teach with insight, precision and clarity.
- Pranayama & Meditation
Explore classic pranayama, kriyas, types of prana, chakras, relationships of energy and asana, and meditation methods that enable you to tap into deeper aspects of yoga practice.
- Advanced Methodology
Unlock ways to teach difficult poses and transitions, sequence for anatomy, energy or philosophy, strategize for prop use and pose improvement, and modify to all levels.
- Workshops & Retreats
Learn to create longer format classes, workshops, and retreats. We will actually plan, coordinate, and implement these during the training. You will finish this course and leave ready to present your program.
- Business of Yoga
Receive guidance on how to be a full time yoga teacher, create your brand, market yourself, strategize social media & online teaching, newsletters, pricing, and position yourself for success in a competitive market.
Additional topics will include:
- How to Instruct with Clarity, Confidence, and Precision
- Yoga Philosophy
- Skeletal/Muscular Contraindications & Misalignments
- Postural Assessment & Correction Strategies
- Classical Pranayama
- Ayurveda
- Sequence for Alignment, Anatomy, Energy, and Philosophy
- Chakras & Nadis
- Mantra & Meditation
- Practice & Teaching Techniques
- Yogic Cleansing Techniques (Kriyas)
- Organizational & Leadership Skills
- How to Facilitate Group Learning
- Create Solid Effective Master Classes & Workshops
- How to Create Weekend Intensives
- How to Organize a Retreat
- How Yoga Poses Affect the Body's Systems: Circulatory, Digestive, Pulmonary, Endocrine, and Nervous Systems
In addition to the 28 Day In-Person training, you’ll also gain access to a 1-week Foundational Skills online course, that you will access one-month prior to the course start date. This is part of the course syllabus, and will be required to attain the full 300 hours.
Sample Daily Schedule:
- 7-7:45 - Kriyas & Mantra
- 8-9:30 - Morning Asana
- 9:30-10:30 - Pranayama & Meditation
- 10:30-11:15 - Brunch
- 11:15-12:00 - Free Time
- 12:00-13:30 - Workshop / Practicum
- 13:30-16:15 - Lecture / Workshop
- 16:15-16:30 - Break
- 16:30-18:00 - Philosophy / Anatomy
- 18:30-19:15 - Dinner
Teacher Training in Sicily
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Shared Accommodation Types
Shared Single
Shared Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Single Bed
- Shared Apartment
- 450 Deposit
Shared Double
Shared Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Double Bed
- Shared Apartment
- 450 Deposit
Shared Single
Ensuite Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Single Bed
- Shared Room
- 450 Deposit
Shared Double
Ensuite Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Double Bed
- Shared Room
- 450 Deposit
Private Accommodation Types
Private Loft
Shared Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Double Bed
- Shared Apartment
- Living Room + Kitchen
- 450 Deposit
Private Room
Shared Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Double Bed
- Shared Apartment
- Living Room + Kitchen
- 450 Deposit
Private Room
Ensuite Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Double Bed
- Private Room
- Ensuite Bath
- 450 Deposit
Private Cottage
Ensuite Bath- Tuition & Accommodation
- Vegetarian & Vegan Meals
- Double Bed
- Private Room
- Porch
- 450 Deposit
Your Instructors
Johnny Nasello - Lead Instructor
Johnny is a renowned yoga teacher with students all over the world. Born in the United States, he is an E-500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher. He has a vast experience working with different body types, abilities, and ranges of motion. He is known for precise instruction techniques, and relating larger philosophical concepts of yoga in a very practical way.
Johnny has been the lead instructor of over 20 teacher trainings, and has graduated students from over 40 different countries.
Ali Choi - 500 RYT, Meditation & Ayurveda Specialist
Ali is a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher specializing in Meditation, Ayurveda, and Holistic Wellness.
She has trained in India, Thailand, and California.
Her approach to teaching is to make the yogic lessons and materials that can seem daunting and complex Simple, Practical, and Easily Applicable for the modern yogis.
She has taught in over 12 Yoga Teacher Trainings and has worked with International students from around the world.
She is also a healing practitioner of various modalities such as: Chi Nei Tsang, Tok Sen, Reiki, and Cupping Therapy.
Jess Winkle
Jess is an E-200, 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher. She specializes in grief workshops, teaching 1:1 clients, and facilitating yoga retreats.
Jess was awarded the “2017 Yoga Alliance Aspiring Teacher Scholarship” that allowed her to complete her training anywhere in the world. She completed both her 200 and 300 hour training with Johnny Nasello, and has since taught full-time in studios and retreat centers in Australia and the United States. She has also assisted Johnny with a 200 hour training.
We are a Yoga Alliance accredited Registered Yoga School (RYS)
Travel to Italy
Airport
Catania airport is the closest airport to training location in Sicily. From within Italy, catch a flight to Catania.
Arrange for 2-3 hours between flights, as you will need to go through a security check if coming from outside of Europe, possibly collect baggage, and find your way to a different terminal for the next flight.
Dates to Know
- The training begins on Sunday September 18. Check in after 1pm.
- No training events are planned for this day. Arrive, and check in. We will have a welcome dinner.
- It’s not a bad idea to arrive in Italy at least a day early, and acclimate a little to the time zone if you are coming from outside Europe.
- The training ends on Sunday October 16. We will have breakfast and assist with arrangements back to the airport.
- Afternoon or later flights should be planned. You’re more than welcome to make other arrangements and continue onward to other Italian destinations.
Travel Planning Assistance
We will be in touch with you about your travel plans to help you coordinate your travel.
We encourage you to stay longer in Italy – we can help with suggestions for your post-training travel.
For professional assistance organizing any of your travel to, within, or from Italy, we can connect you to a travel coordinator.
Travel Insurance
Please purchase travel insurance to protect your health and wellbeing as well as your retreat investment, from unforeseen circumstances before or during your retreat.
We highly recommend purchasing trip/travel insurance at the time you book your retreat.
Please read this further information on travel insurance and why we highly recommend it.
Further travel details will be sent after registration.
We are happy to help you find the best route.
We will provide you with additional pre-departure information, including both inspirational and practical things you’ll want to know.
We will prep, prime, and inspire you on all levels for a wonderful journey to Italy!
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Frequently Asked Questions
Visas
You should check with your country’s Italian Embassy for the full scope of requirements and suggestions for entry. Let us know if you need assistance with finding the proper links.
Italy is part of the European Schengen Zone, common travel area.
- European citizens will only need to present an identification document in order to enter Italy.
- US and Canadian citizens with a valid passport can travel to 26 European member countries of the Schengen Area (including Italy) for a maximum of 90 days without having to apply or obtain a Schengen visa for short-term tourism.
- Other countries can begin their inquiries here: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/who-needs-schengen-visa/
- 28 nights of accommodation
- Daily brunch, teas and
Mid-day snacks - Daily vegetarian dinner, including day of check in
- A Top-Tier 300 Hour Advanced Teacher Training Course
- Training manuals and Welcome Bag
- Regional adventures
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Transfer to Sicily
- Misc. spending money
You should have an established and consistent yoga practice. You don’t need to be able to hold headstand, handstands, or do “advanced” poses.
You don’t even have to have previous experience teaching. However, this is a teacher training that focuses on teaching skills: class sequencing, workshops, retreats, and presentations. Please show up with an open mind and be willing to practice these things.
In our previous 300 hour training, we had student teachers with a range of teaching experience from zero to thousands of hours. Ultimately, we feel that this enhances the training and allows for a broad range of topics, scenarios, and possibilities to be discussed throughout the course.
Yes, you have Sundays off! We will have access to a van for group exploration of local villages and beaches, and we can arrange taxi service if you wish to head out on your own.
Our farmhouse is located just 10 minutes drive from the Ionian Sea coast. In 15 minutes you can reach tourist destinations such as the natural reserve of Vendicari, Marzamemi, Porto Palo di Capopassero, L’isole delle Correnti, and the village of San Lorenzo.
You’re also welcome to simply relax on the farm. The usual daily meals will be included on Sundays.
We will follow all of the rules of our host country that are in place at the time of the training. However, it’s hard to know what those might be at this time.
This past September (2021), covid conditions improved considerably. We really believe that this is a trend that will continue in 2022. We’re better at preventing it, better at treating it, and better at living with it as a thing that exists in our world.
Yes!
You absolutely should get travel insurance. This will protect your investment in the event that something happens that prevents you from going.
It doesn’t cost a lot, and it can save you a tremendous headache.
Please read this further information on travel insurance and why we highly recommend it.
We will provide yoga mats, blocks, straps, cushions. It’s not necessary to bring your own, as traveling with a yoga mat can be cumbersome, but sometimes the comfort of “our” mat is nice – especially for an entire month of practice and teaching.
You must have completed a Yoga Alliance approved 200 Hour Training to be eligible to enroll in this course. Note: It is not necessary that you are registered with Yoga Alliance.
You must be able to speak and read English at a conversational level.
- You must be able to participate in a group learning experience, and be willing to accept and provide feedback in an objective and constructive way.
Dates
September 18-October 16, 2022
Maximum number of retreat participants: 12
Pricing
All prices are per person.
Shared occupancy rooms range: $4500-$4750
Single occupancy rooms range: $4950-$5050
A $450 deposit is required to confirm your spot on the teacher training, or you may pay in full.
A $650 payment is due on June 15, 2022.
If you enroll after June 15, the deposit plus this payment will be required to enroll.
The remaining balance is due on August 18, 2022. (Special payment plans can be arranged.)
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