Wood School, Bali
26th June - 3rd July 2023
Combining charity with community, travel and learning in this very exciting and new opportunity for you to visit and train at the Wood School: A Nature-Based, Alternative Education, Non-Profit School in Ubud, Bali.
We're working with Wood School to provide free training for their teaching staff so that they can share yoga, meditation and mindfulness within the school and community for years to come, and we want you to be part of it!
When you register for the teacher training, your tuition fee will not only pay for your tuition but will also sponsor a member of teaching staff at the Wood School Non-Profit to join the training for free too.
AND, we're offering you a 25% discount on the tuition fees (so it's a win-win all round).
This means that when you attend the teacher training you'll not only gain the knowledge, skills and certification to start teaching yoga and mindfulness to children in your community, but you're supporting teachers in the local Balinese community to do so too - this really is a training about sharing, supporting and giving.
the school
Wood School, Bali
Wood School provides a neohumanist education, yoga-based teachings and an immerse nature-based environment in order to support children's overall health, education and well-being through a holistic, child-led approach, which is very much inline with our work at Divine Light Yoga.
Seva (selfless service) is planted at the heart of the Wood School ethos, as is Ahimsa (non-harming practices) towards others, animals, the environment and themselves. The school provides ample opportunity for the children to practice both through their volunteer programs, environmental projects and their animal care shelter.
The school completely encompasses an approach that is based on yoga practices, positive educational experiences and immersion in nature - everything that we focus on at Divine Light Yoga, which is why this collaboration is the perfect partnership for our Children's Yoga Teacher Trainings.
Ubud, Bali
Ubud, known for it's culture, art and beautiful rice paddies is a magical, Balinese town just an hour away from the airport.
From Hindu temples to the Monkey Forest and lush natural surroundings, there is a lot to explore in this cultural and spiritual haven.
There are an abundance of yoga and wellness centres, Balinese villas, hotels and spas to choose from depending on your needs and budget.
Teaching Practice
One of the absolute highlights of all of our teacher training programs is the opportunity to teach the children of our local community. It is such a diverse and beautiful community!
This is a wonderful chance to share your love, light and joy with children, that may not ordinarily have the opportunity to experience yoga, play & creativity. This is guaranteed to be one of the most valuable aspects of the training and something that makes us a little unique.
The program
MODULE 1
Through interactive assignments, experiential learning, teaching practices and group discussions, we'll explore;
Creative, safe and age-appropriate yoga poses & sequences
Making yoga fun and engaging for little ones all the way to teens
The developing mind & body of children, including the different learning styles and how to tailor your classes to different ages & abilities
Making Yoga Philosophy & Hindu Mythology relevant and interesting for all ages
Incorporating story-telling, play, music, movement, dance, writing and group discussion into yoga
Breathing and meditation techniques to support and enhance children's emotional and mental health
Safe practice when teaching yoga poses - what is developmental and age-appropriate and what to avoid
MODULE 2
Challenging poses for Teens & Tweens including arm balances, back bends and inversions (going upside down!)
A variety of traditional and alternative Mandala Art Meditations to support children to reflect and process difficult emotions and events in their lives
Yoga & meditation for Teen Anxiety
Creative Mindfulness activities to enhance children's self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Therapeutic and nurturing yoga techniques for neurodiversity / additional needs
Understanding Autism, ADHD, Sensory Disorders, communication difficulties and social-emotional difficulties and how to effectively use yoga for each of these special needs
Interactive story-telling and yoga journeys for all age groups
Practical, hands-on experience of planning and leading children’s yoga classes (with our little yogis of Hotyo Studio!)
The Business of Children's Yoga (Practical tips and techniques to get clear, get started, take action and create an income)
your teacher
"Laura is inspiring and I came away confident to move forward in my goal of becoming a children’s yoga teacher. Go for it - you won’t look back"
- Ellen, Primary School Teacher
"Laura is one of the most knowledgeable people I have ever come across in any field and exudes tons of passion for what she does; which is evident in how she talks about and teaches this practice."
- Jessica, Educational Psycholgist
"Laura is a fantastic, caring and knowledgeable teacher. I learned so much over the 10 day course, all of which I now feel confident to instantly use to teach my own children's yoga and meditation classes.
Laura instantly made me feel at ease and part of the group"
- Alex, Early Years Educator
