Yoga Instructor Training Course (YITC) 2008
Certification by
Institute of Vivekananda Yoga and Research Development, India

YITC is a certificate program where one will be systematically trained to learn the techniques of yoga and teaching techniques as well. This course integrates the various aspects of Yoga-Asanas (postures), Pranayama (breathing techniques), Kriyas (cleansing techniques), the essence of yogic literature and philosophy into a holistic composite, thus enabling the student/participant to understand and impart the knowledge of Yoga in its entirety. It is a truly insightful and empowering course designed not only to impart techniques of teaching Yoga but also to facilitate the learner to begin his/her own journey of self-awareness and development.

STRUCTURE OF YITC
Based on more than 20 years of in-depth study in the field of Yoga and Spirituality, Research behind YITC largely follows the direction given by Swami Vivekananda, who pronounced that we need to combine the best of the west (modern scientific research) with the best of the East (yoga and spiritual lore) to bring a grand harmony and peace on earth.
The objective of conducting this program, through-out the world, is to bring the holistic vision of yoga and spiritual lore as a way of life dominated by health & strength, peace and efficiency, harmony and growth; to solve the problems of the modern society and to build ideal social orders.

BENEFITS OF BECOMING A CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Learn the science of Yoga from one of the best in the world!
Greater self-awareness and consciousness
Ability to synergize one's mind, body and soul
Holistic understanding of the philosophy of Yoga
Learning tools for holistic living
Stress Management, prevention of stress related ailments
Improved memory, creativity & calmness through Pranayama (breathing techniques) & Dhyana (meditation)
Empowering you with a career in yoga in order to serve society

Registration Details

Course Fees: S$2300 (10% discount if you sign up with a friend)

All classes will be conducted at:
Basic Essence, 501 Bukit Timah Road #02-21 Cuny Court

We limit the class size to facilitate personalized attention, therefore it is strongly recommended that you register as early as possible.
To sign up for YITC 2008, please phone (6468 4991) or email to info@basicessence.com to request for a registration form.

Next Course Dates:
Weekday class:
Wed, Thurs, Fri 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Starts 23rd January to 29th February 2008
(except 6th to 8th Jan no class)

Weekend Clas:
Thurs & Fri 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Sat & Sun 10:am to 5:00pm
Starts 24th January 2008
Dates of Class:
24th, 25th & 31st January 2008
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th February 2008
20th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd March 2008

Instructor: Manoj (M.Sc. In Yoga)
Manoj Thakur has been practicing yoga for the past 20 years. For 10 years, he worked as a senior yoga instructor and yoga therapist for Vivekananda Yoga Research Foundation, Bangalore, India the parent body of 'VYASA' (Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Research Foundation), the Yoga University in India. His philosophy in life is, 'to spread yoga for good health, peace and harmony in society'. For the last two decades, he has been working for that, and is able to share with his students many interesting stories, enlightening experiences and wonderful encounters with Swamijis and Gurujis. In India, he was the Organizing Secretary for numerous international Yoga Conferences in Bangalore. Delhi and Rishikesh. He was in-charge of the Yoga Department in MDS University, Ajmer, Rajasthan, India (a Government University) for four years, and has conducted many Certificate and Diploma courses.
Based in Singapore since September 2003, he has trained 400 yoga instructors and has given Yoga Therapy treatment to more than 40 patients suffering from psychosomatic ailments.