Teacher Training
Contact: 440.236.6366
Email: bhumi@bhumiyoga.com.

 

“It is very important that you learn yoga from the right source. I have seen Bhumi’s deep commitment and enthusiasm for the practice of yoga and I feel she is a right source. I am always in support of her. YTT is  a deeply transforming process . It is a training that prepares you not just as a teacher, but also prepares you as an individual to encounter all life’s situations.”
Yogi Amrit Desai, Founder, Amrit Yoga Institute and Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health

 

Photo: 1988 Bhumi in Kapotasana  (Pigeon Pose)

"Bhumi's knowledge of yoga offers a depth and breadth of yoga not easily found in Cleveland. Her enthusiasm is infectious." Words of a student   Photo: 2006 Bhumi in Yoga Pose

WHO SHOULD TAKE YTT 200 HOUR?

• Students who want to deepen their practice and understanding of yoga, whether intending to teach or not.
• Individuals who want to grow and transform to move towards their highest potential.
• People who wish to obtain a certification for yoga teaching from an established program in the tri-state area with Director Bhumi (Harriet Russell).

• Lived 8 years in a yoga ashram. She knows the lifestyle!!!
  
• Former Director of YTT certification programs at Kripalu Center, the largest residential Yoga Center in the U.S.A.
  
• Has over 26 years of experience directing Yoga Teacher Trainings and many more years teaching classes
  
• Opened the first  yoga and wellness center in Greater Cleveland for the public. She put yoga on the page in mainstream suburbia!
  
• Has trained in-depth in several styles of yoga, allowing her to offer great variety to her students.
  
• Started the first yoga in public and private high school physical  education programs in N. Ohio.. Serves the community with karma yoga programs -- free to the needy.
  
  See full bio on About Us page)

WHAT GRADUATES SAY ABOUT BHUMI'S YOGA TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM:

 "You taught me how to raise my vibration - in many profound ways, even more as I go though this mentor process. I really hope that all of your students recognize this and have this gratitude for what you give.  Your spirit is larger than life! Thank you!"
Nikki, YTT Graduate 2001

LINK HERE FOR MORE COMMENTS

Article by Corinne Miller,YTT Grad: Link here

 200 HR COURSE CONTENT SUMMARY Link Here

What is unique about Bhumi's 200 hour YTT program as compared to others?

• Bhumi has additional specialized  education in how to train yoga teachers.
• Director Bhumi lived 8 years in a yoga ashram, the largest residential health and wellness center in N. America. She knows the yoga lifestyle!
• Bhumi has certified and trained hundreds of teachers over the years.
• Bhumi personally teaches the sessions and continues to mentor and help you after graduation and Bhumi is very accessible responding personally to your calls and emails.
• Bhumi has been trained in many different yoga styles and includes this variety in the program.
• Bhumi only accepts a maximum of 16 students, so that sessions are individualized and personalized.
• Bhumi’s program is non-competitive. People of all ages and levels are welcome if they meet the prerequisites.
• Bhumi’s program has the same group of people all year so that you keep moving forward in personal growth and deepening your experience. No new people dropping in for a session...
• Meal and break time are not included in the hours for the program. One pointed focus. When you are on break, you are on break! Relax and absorb!
• The entire 200 hours is in session in the presence of the director or an elective with a guest yoga teacher trainer. No skimping on hours. Count them!
• Bhumi’s program includes yoga for pregnancy, children, teens, seniors, women’s life cycles, etc. even at the 200 hour level.
• Bhumi’s program includes hands on adjustments and yoga therapy for specific conditions physical, mental, and spiritual, even at the 200 hour level.
  Bhumi’s program includes mentoring and practice teaching in teams in actual classroom settings... a learning for all.

• Bhumi’s graduates become part of a network for Bhumi’s yoga teaching job referral system.
• Bhumi’s teacher training certification program is transformative, comprehensive and in-depth.

Certification Programs

 NEXT YOGA TEACHER TRAINING STARTS
SEPTEMBER, 2010

GENERAL YTT BROCHURE LINK

Call 440-236-6366 or email bhumi@bhumiyoga.com to receive an information packet with complete details, registration form and payment plan.

Registration open now. Deposit guarantees your spot. Only 15 students accepted.

If you have not taken a workshop with Director Bhumi, consider taking a YES group session. Link here for workshops page.

Bhumi's Yoga offers:
      First level 200 hour certification
            Advanced 500 hour certification
  (Transfer students from all disciplines welcome)
                   Continuing education credits (CEU)

 200Hours

Bhumi's Yoga and Wellness Center 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training was the first one in the Midwest & Ohio to be nationally recognized by the Yoga Alliance, and was the third school in all of North America.
(See yogaalliance.org)

200 hour program Yoga Teachers in Training do Setu Bandhasana the Bridge Pose during session at the YTT country site in Columbia Station, Ohio.

CERTIFICATION
When you complete the program and its requirements, you will be receive certification at the 200 hour level and you may chose to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with the Yoga Alliance.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
To create a group environment which provides an in depth experience of yoga within each individual

To learn postures in detail, other yoga techniques and philosophy through direct experience and practice

To be able to teach a yoga class with awareness and confidence, giving what you have received

LOCATION: On 8 acres of private property in Columbia Station, a country setting.

Indoor yoga room with fireplace for wintry evenings. The view from the yoga room is of the woods.  Specially designed spacious yoga deck for outdoor practice during warmer weather.  Take a walk during your break, or journal, or sit by the pond, or socialize with the others in the sitting room...

Each weekend is a retreat-like experience. All this and only 10 minutes from Strongsville, 30 mins from downtown Cleveland. Address not posted on website to insure privacy. Call for that information.

YEAR 2009 WEEKEND PROGRAM DATES

The next YTT programs starts in October, 2009.  We meet an average of one weekend a month until June, 2010. Friday evening, Saturday daytime and Sunday daytime. Field trips included.

200 HOUR TRAINING
The first level program, accommodates not only local students, but also those who live a distance away and out of state. It is offered yearly. It consists of 160  hours taken one weekend per month over the course of one year, 30 hours of electives, and 10 hours of mentored practicum. 180 hours minimum are with the Director Bhumi. The electives do not need to be completed in the same year, but are easily able to be.

INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION
Maximum 15 students will be accepted into each program. Personalized and very comprehensive group instruction in retreat setting.

OPTION FOR LOCALS
Special arrangements can be made for regular daily yoga/meditation classes at Bhumi’s Yoga and Wellness Center for a very discounted price. Ask for details.

OPTION FOR OUT-OF-TOWNERS:
We may be able to house you free of charge with another participant. Let us know if this is necessary.

For complete YTT packet with detailed information, registration forms and course outline, contact 440-236-6366 with your postal mailing information and daytime phone number. Bhumi likes to speak with each person personally.... and you will enjoy speaking with her!

WORKSHOPS FOR CEU's/CREDIT:
January - June, 2010

We offer Yoga Enthusiasts Study (YES) Groups and Yoga Nidra Trainings (4 hrs) and Sanskrit Training (6 hrs)  All taught by Director Bhumi.

Exceptional opportunity to meet a Master...
Dr. Yogi Amrit Desai Yoga Nidra Seminar
 (10 credit hrs)

500 Hours    

500 hr & CEU's

If you are interested in the Advanced Level and have already taken a first level 200 hour program anywhere, it can be from any other school as well, then consider our 500 hour program. We welcome transfer students from all disciplines.

Bhumi's 500 hour Yoga Teacher Training was the first in Ohio nationally recognized by the Yoga Alliance. (See www.yogaalliance.org)

500 HOUR ADVANCED TRAINING/CEU's
The advanced level program is specifically designed to meet the needs of the growing number of 200 hour certified yoga teachers in the tri-state area who want to go on with the additional 300 hours or just get additional documented CEU's. Individualized, the program participants may chose which courses they would like to take for credit which can be applied towards the national Yoga Alliance recognition.

CERTIFICATION
When you complete the program and its requirements, you will be receive certification at the 500 hour level and you may chose to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT500) with the Yoga Alliance at the highest level offered.

PERSONALIZED ATTENTION
Sessions are small and teacher-student direct contact is optimized.
 

For more information call 440-236-6366  with your postal mailing information and daytime phone number.

  

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