The Instructors 

 

 

Priscilla Potter, BA, RYT, Swami Mahatarananda is the founder and director of the Yoga Connection, and has been training yoga teachers for over thirty years,

 

 

Sue Ferguson, RN, BSN, RYT-500 has taught with the Yoga Connection for over fifteen years, using her in-depth medical knowledge to compliment her flow-oriented teaching style.

 

The Program

 

How to Teach Prenatal Yoga Classes

  • Yoga at different stages of pregnancy

  • Safety considerations & special needs

  • Use of props

  • Participation in an actual Prenatal class

 

Anatomy and Physiology of Pregnancy, Labor and Delivery

  • Stages of pregnancy and labor

  • Physical and emotional changes

  • Yoga for common discomforts

  • Complications of pregnancy

  • Materials for labor and delivery

 

Relaxation of Body and Mind for Mom and Baby

  • Pranayama and breathing techniques (pregnancy and labor)

  • Visualization, meditation and blessings for baby

  • Mind quieting techniques

  • Cultivating feelings of joy & beauty

 

Spiritual Aspects of the Course

  • Importance of prenatal cycle for baby

  • Spiritual growth for Mom & Baby

  • Mystical view of conception

  • Mantra, chakras and meditation

  • Mystical techniques for awakening

 

The Specifics

 

Location the YOGA Connection, 4893 E. Speedway (two block east of Swan on the north side of the road). 520-323-1222

 

Dates: Saturday, September 27 & November 1, 2-6pm and Sunday, September 28 & November 2 10-5pm (with a 1/2 break each day)

 

Registration: send application with $100 deposit ($50 non-refundable) and a short biography, including why you want to attend the program.

 

Tuition includes 20 hours of classes; optional 4 weeks assisting in a prenatal yoga class and a comprehensive study guide.  $350 / $295 if tuition is paid in full by May 1st.

 

Refunds Before August 27, all monies will be refunded less the $50 administration fee.

 

 

For an application, please call 520.323.1222