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IYENGAR YOGA ASSOCIATION of SOUTH EAST & EAST ASIA (IYASEEA) Website: www.iyengaryoga.asia Email: [email protected] Brunei Cambodia Hong Kong Indonesia Laos Macau Malaysia Myanmar Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam TEACHER TRAINERS AND TEACHERͲTRAINING COURSES 1. Members of the Association, who have the required qualifications, shall apply to the Assessment and Teacher Training Chair to run approved courses or to train teachers for the Association. 2. Permission to run approved courses or to train teachers, as per above, will normally be given on behalf of the Executive Council by the Assessment and Teacher Training Chair. 3. Teacher trainer requirements: The training teacher a. Teaches yoga according to the methods set forth by B.K.S. Iyengar. b. Does not incorporate contradictory or incompatible elements from other disciplines into his/her teaching. c. Clearly distinguishes the Iyengar discipline from any related, associated, or compatible disciplines s/he may draw upon, such as anatomy, physiology, or philosophy. d. Acknowledges the governing influence of B.K.S. Iyengar on his/her yoga practice and teaching. e. Has attended classes at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute (RIMYI) at least three times, one of which times must have been within the past three years. f. Maintains a regular and consistent personal practice of asana and pranayama. g. Has been certified at the Intermediate Junior III level for at least two years or is certified at a higher level. h. Supplies Assessment Chair written information about himself/herself and his/her proposed scheme of training. i. Has regularly observed an existing teacherͲtraining class for two years under the approval of the class instructor. 4. The general qualification required of the training teacher to run courses to train teachers for the Introductory I and II RIMYI Certificates, or to train teachers who wish to upgrade their certificate is any one of the following: a. An Advanced Certificate. b. An Intermediate Senior Certificate. c. An Intermediate Junior III Certificate, which has been held for two years, provided the certificate holder has attended classes at RIMYI a minimum of three times. d. The approval and direct oversight by an IYASEEA senior teacher or an out of region senior teacher ( with approval by IYASEEA) of a course operated by a local training teacher who does not meet the specified requirements to train teachers independently. 5. The specific qualifications required to train teachers who wish to upgrade their certificate are: a. For Intermediate Junior Certificate Training: i. An Advanced Certificate. ii. An Intermediate Senior Certificate. iii. An Intermediate Junior III Certificate, which has been held for four years, and only for training applicants for the Intermediate Junior I Certificate.

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IYENGAR YOGA ASSOCIATION of SOUTH EAST & EAST ASIA

(IYASEEA) Website: www.iyengaryoga.asia Email: [email protected]

Brunei Cambodia Hong Kong Indonesia Laos Macau Malaysia Myanmar Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam

�TEACHER�TRAINERS�AND�TEACHERͲTRAINING�COURSES��1. Members�of�the�Association,�who�have�the�required�qualifications,�shall�apply�to�the�Assessment�

and�Teacher�Training�Chair�to�run�approved�courses�or�to�train�teachers�for�the�Association.�2. Permission�to�run�approved�courses�or�to�train�teachers,�as�per�above,�will�normally�be�given�on�

behalf�of�the�Executive�Council�by�the�Assessment�and�Teacher�Training�Chair.�3. Teacher�trainer�requirements:�The�training�teacher�

a. Teaches�yoga�according�to�the�methods�set�forth�by�B.K.S.�Iyengar.�b. Does�not�incorporate�contradictory�or�incompatible�elements�from�other�disciplines�into�

his/her�teaching.��c. Clearly�distinguishes�the�Iyengar�discipline�from�any�related,�associated,�or�compatible�

disciplines�s/he�may�draw�upon,�such�as�anatomy,�physiology,�or�philosophy.�d. �Acknowledges�the�governing�influence�of�B.K.S.�Iyengar�on�his/her�yoga�practice�and�

teaching.�e. Has�attended�classes�at�the�Ramamani�Iyengar�Memorial�Yoga�Institute�(RIMYI)�at�least�

three�times,�one�of�which�times�must�have�been�within�the�past�three�years.��f. Maintains�a�regular�and�consistent�personal�practice�of�asana�and�pranayama.�g. Has�been�certified�at�the�Intermediate�Junior�III�level�for�at�least�two�years�or�is�certified�at�

a�higher�level.��h. Supplies�Assessment�Chair�written�information�about�himself/herself�and�his/her�proposed�

scheme�of�training.��i. Has�regularly�observed�an�existing�teacherͲtraining�class�for�two�years�under�the�approval�

of�� the�class�instructor.�4. The�general�qualification�required�of�the�training�teacher�to�run�courses�to�train�teachers�for�the�

Introductory�I�and�II�RIMYI�Certificates,�or�to�train�teachers�who�wish�to�upgrade�their�certificate�is�any�one�of�the�following:�

a. An�Advanced�Certificate.��b. An�Intermediate�Senior�Certificate.��c. An�Intermediate�Junior�III�Certificate,�which�has�been�held�for�two�years,�provided�the�

certificate�holder�has�attended�classes�at�RIMYI�a�minimum�of�three�times.�d. The�approval�and�direct�oversight�by�an�IYASEEA�senior�teacher�or�an�out�of�region�senior�

� teacher�(�with�approval�by�IYASEEA)�of�a�course�operated�by�a�local�training�teacher�who�does�not�meet�the�specified�requirements�to�train�teachers�independently.�

5. The�specific�qualifications�required�to�train�teachers�who�wish�to�upgrade�their�certificate�are:�a. For�Intermediate�Junior�Certificate�Training:�

i. An�Advanced�Certificate.�ii.���An�Intermediate�Senior�Certificate.�iii.��An�Intermediate�Junior�III�Certificate,�which�has�been�held�for�four�years,�and�only�for�training�applicants�for�the�Intermediate�Junior�I�Certificate.���

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b. For�Intermediate�Senior�Certificate�Training:�� � i.��An�Advanced�Certificate.�

ii.�An�Intermediate�Senior�Certificate,�held�by�a�teacher�who�has�been�training�teachers�for�three�years,�or�who�has�held�his/her�Intermediate�Senior�Certificate�for�five�years.�

�NOTE:�If�a�region�requires�a�teacherͲtraining�course�and�no�qualified�and�authorized�teacher�is�available,�then�the�senior�most�teacher�in�that�area�should�apply�to�the�Assessment�and�Teacher�Training�Chair�for�assistance.��MEETING�ANNUALLY�All�teacher�trainers,�teachers,�assessors,�and�moderators,�shall�meet,�at�least�annually,�to�review�IYASEEA�procedures.�All�approved�teacher�trainers,�moderators,�and�assessors�are�expected�to�attend,�barring�exceptional�circumstances.�Normally,�this�meeting�day�will�be�held�in�conjunction�with�the�Association’s�Annual�General�Meeting.��MAINTENANCE�OF�STANDARDS�1. The�Executive�Council�undertakes�to�actively�dissuade�unqualified�persons�from�employing�or�

using�the�name�or�work�of�B.K.S.�Iyengar�in�their�teaching�or�promotion�of�yoga.�2. When�necessary,�steps�will�be�taken�by�the�Executive�Council�to�inform�those�bodies�or�individuals�

misrepresenting�B.K.S.�Iyengar�or�his�work�that�they�are�contravening�his�teachings.��3. On�behalf�of�IYASEEA��and�the�Executive�council,�the�Assessment�and�Teacher�Training�Committee�

maintain�all�records�relating�to�professional�development,�in�coordination�with�the�Assessment�and�Certification�Subcommittee,�including:�

a. A�list�of�authorized�teacher�trainers�and�teacherͲtraining�courses.��b. A�list�of�moderators�(Panel�of�Moderators).��c. A�list�of�authorized�assessors�and�their�attendance�record�of�classes�at�RIMYI.��d. A�list�of�assessorsͲinͲtraining�(AIT),�their�qualifications,�and�records�of�their�attendance�at�

� training�assessments.�4. The�Assessment�and�Certification�Subcommittee�shall�be�responsible�for�additions�to�and�deletions�

from�the�above�lists.�5. All�lists�are�to�be�made�available�upon�request�to�all�members.�They�shall�be�kept�under�regular�

review,�and�updated�and�printed�annually,�as�it�is�possible,�in�the�Association’s�Directory,�as�provided�by�the�Chair�of�the�Assessment�and�Certification�Subcommittee.�

6. Where�the�candidates�of�any�training�teacher�consistently�fail�the�assessments,�guidance�shall�be�given�to�that�teacher.�Should�the�failures�continue,�the�training�teacher’s�name�is�to�be�removed�from�the�list�of�authorized�training�teachers�on�the�recommendation�of�the�Assessment�Committee.�

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RESPONSIBILITIES�OF�THE�TRAINING�TEACHER�1. Asana�–�Training�teachers�must�teach�the�poses�in�the�applicable�syllabus�in�the�manner�

recommended�in�Light�on�Yoga�(LOY)�and�in�the�syllabus.�There�are�asanas�identified�in�bold�type�in�the�Pune�syllabus.�Training�teachers�must�teach�these�in�greater�detail�than�the�other�asanas�listed.�They�must�build�the�students’�capacity�to�hold�the�asana�for�the�period�of�time�given�in�LOY�(required�timings�for�assessment)�plus�50%.��

2. Pranayama�–�Training�teachers�must�teach��pranayama�as�outlined�in�the�appropriate�syllabus.�3. Anatomy�and�Physiology�–�Training�teachers�must�assure�that�trainee�teachers�learn�the�basics�of�

anatomy�as�required�by�the�syllabus.�4. Philosophy�and�Ethical�Aspects�–�Training�teachers�must�assure�that�trainee�teachers�study�the�

philosophical�and�ethical�basis�for�the�practice�according�to�the�syllabus.��PREREQUISITES�FOR�CANDIDATES�TO�ENTER�A�TEACHER�TRAINING�PROGRAM�1. Persons�wishing�to�train�to�become�teachers�in�an�IYASEEAͲrecognized�teacherͲtraining�program:�

a. shall�have�done�a�minimum�of�three�years�of�continuous�study�with�a�certified�Iyengar�Teacher�before�enrolling�(After�2011,�training�teacher�must�be�an�IYASEEA�member)�

b. must�have�an�established�practice�in�asana�and�pranayama�at�the�Intro�II�level�c. in�the�view�of�the�future�training�teacher,�h/she�should�have��a�good�standard�of�yoga�asanas�

and�have�a�balanced�attitude�d. be�in�good�health�e. if�unknown�to�the�training�teacher,�must�have�a�letter�of�recommendation�from�a�teacher�

certified�in�Iyengar�yoga�by�IYASEEA�or�another�recognized�Iyengar�yoga�certifying�body�f. be�dedicated�to�Iyengar�yoga,�not�teach�or�train�in�other�styles�of�yoga�

2. Upon�entering�an�IYASEEAͲrecognized�teacherͲtraining�program,�the�student�must�become�an�Associate�Member�of�IYASEEA��by�January�of�the�first�year�of�his/her�program.�

�Note:�PREGNANCY.�Should�a�trainee�teacher�become�pregnant�while�training�to�teach�Iyengar�yoga,�it�may�be�counterproductive�or�harmful�to�the�teacher�trainee�to�continue�training�during�the�course�of�the�pregnancy.�IYASEEA�recommends�that�the�student�take�a�leave�of�absence�from�teacher�training�from�the�time�of�conception�through�the�first�year�of�the�child’s�life.��REQUIREMENTS�FOR�TEACHERS�IN�TRAINING�DURING�THE�LENGTH�OF�THE�PROGRAM�TEACHERS�IN�TRAINING�MUST:�1. attend�the�training�classes,�special�lectures�and�workshops�regularly�2. spend�a�minimum�of�120�hours�in�teacher�training�classes�for�Introductory�I�assessment,�and�a�

total�minimum�of�200�hours�in�teacher�training�classes�before�Introductory�II�assessment�over�2Ͳ3�years�

3. in�addition,�attend�weekly�asana�classes�,�preferably�with�a�teacher�of�Intermediate�Junior�level�or�above�

4. spend�an�additional�50�hours�in�workshops�with�senior�certified�Iyengar�teachers�over�the�course�

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of�training�5. complete�studies�in�asana,�pranayama,�anatomy�and�philosophy�as�required�6. be�a�member�of�the�IYASEEA�throughout�the�training�period��RECOMMENDED�TEACHER�TRAINING�COMPONENTS�It�is�recommended�that�teachers�in�training:�1. participate�in�regular�classes�taught�by�the�training�teacher�2. observe�classes�taught�by�training�teacher�3. assist�a�qualified�teacher�in�beginners�classes�4. teach�poses�from�the�syllabus�under�the�supervision�of�the�training�teacher�5. in�second�or�third�year�as�seen�fit�by�the�training�teacher,�teach�informally�a�small�group�of�not�

more�that�5�people�well�known�to�him/her.�A�trainee�teacher�should�not�formally�teach�Iyengar�yoga�until�he/she�has�gained�a�teaching�certificate�

� �DURING�THE�COURSE�OF�TRAINING,�THE�TRAINING�TEACHER�SHOULD:�1. be�current�and�familiar�with�the�trainee�teacher’s�practice�and�teaching.��2. check�that�the�trainee's�practice�is�regular�and�ongoing.�3. evaluate�the�trainee�teacher’s�personal�practice.�4. give�written�or�oral�feedback�to�the�trainee�on�their�teaching�and�practice.�5. assign�topics�of�study�and�may�require�written�assignments�,�note�taking,�and�a�practice�� � �����������

journal.�6. evaluate�the�trainee�teacher’s�ability�to�manage�a�classroom�to�the�IYASEEA�and�training����� ���������

teacher’s�standards.�7. evaluate�the�trainee�teacher’s�maturity,�integrity,�and�readiness�to�teach.�8. evaluate�whether�the�trainee�teacher�has�a�clear�understanding�of�the��Code�of�Ethics,��� ���������

which�is�modeled�on�the�yamas�and�niyamas�of�Astanga�Yoga�as�in�the�Yoga�Sutras�of�� � ����������Patanjali.�

�INTRODUCTORY�I�&�II��TRAINING�PROGRAM�CONTENT�AND�OBJECTIVES�The�content�is�to�be�presented�within�the�framework�set�out�under�“Implementation”�below.��Practical�Aspects:��Required�Reading:��Light�on�Yoga,�B.K.S.�Iyengar;��Yoga:�A�Gem�for�Women,�Geeta�S.Iyengar;��Yoga�in�Action:�Preliminary�Course,�Geeta�S.�Iyengar;�Basic�Guidelines�for�Teachers�of�Yoga,�B.K.S.�Iyengar�and�Geeta�S.�Iyengar,�Chapters�I�–�V.���

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Introductory�Assessment�Candidates��Should�be�Able�to:�1. Present��all�asanas�and�pranayama�listed�on�the�“Syllabus�for�Practice�and�Teaching�Purposes,�given�

by�Sri�B.K.S.�Iyengar”�for�Introductory�I��and�II��2. When�teaching,�demonstrate�skills�including�the�following:�

a. Linking�and�sequencing�of�postures.�b. Clarity�and�precision�in�giving�instructions.�c. Observing�and�correcting�students.�d. Principles�of�correction�including�specific�instruction�and�appropriate�touch.�e. Demonstrating�effectively.�f. Establishing�teaching�presence�and�class�control.�g. Pacing�the�class�well.�h. Appropriate�use�of�voice�(tone,�inflection,�and�projection).�i. Accommodating�individual�needs.�j. Appropriate�use�of�props.�

3. Illustrate�LevelͲspecific�understanding�and�appropriate�use�of�active,�supported,�and�restorative�poses.�

4. Design�a�1.5ͲhourͲperͲweek,�eightͲweek�beginner’s�course.�5. Show�basic�knowledge�of�common�problems�and�related�safety�guidelines�in�teaching�a�general�

class.�6. Have�awareness�of�suitable�asana��practices�during�menstruation.��Anatomy�and�Physiology�Aspects:��Required�Reading:��Basic�Guidelines�for�Teachers�of�Yoga,�B.K.S.�Iyengar�and�Geeta�S.�Iyengar,�Chapter�VIII�Supplementary�Anatomy�Texts�of�choice����Candidates�should�know�basic�anatomy�of�bones,�muscles,�organs,�and�identify�their�location�and�function.��Introductory�Assessment�Candidates�should�be�Able�to:�1. discuss��terms�and�concepts��from�the�The�Introduction�to�Light�on�Yoga�2. chant�the�Invocation�to�Patanjali�3. have�basic�knowledge�of�the�concepts�of�the�four�padas�of�the�Yoga�Sutras�4. show�understanding�of�the�eight�limbs�of�Astanga�Yoga���

���

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Introductory�I�Syllabus�for�Practice�and�Teaching�Purposes,�given�by�Sri�B.K.S.Iyengar�

Reference�Texts:�Light�on�Yoga�(LOY),�Light�on�Pranayama�(LOP)�by�B.K.S.Iyengar,�and�Yoga:�A�Gem�for�Women�(Gem)�by�Geeta�Iyengar.��All�references�below�are�from�Light�on�Yoga�(LOY)�unless�otherwise�

noted�Important�Asanas�in�bold�

ASANA�NAME� PLATE�NUMBER�AND�TEXT� SPECIFIC�INSTRUCTIONS�

Tadasana� 1� �

Vrksasana� 2� �

Utthita�Trikonasana� 4,�5� �

Utthita�Parsvakonasana� 8,�9� �

Virabhadrasana�II� 15� �

Virabhadrasana�I� 14� �

Ardha�Chandrasana� 19� �

Parsvottanasana� 26� Arms�down�

Prasarita�Padottanasana�I� 31� Concave�Back�

Parighasana� 38,�39� �

Padangusthasana� 43,�44� Show�both�stages�

Padahastasana� 45,�46� Show�both�stages�

Uttanasana� 21�Gem� Concave�back�

Adho�Mukha�Svanasana� 75,�76� With�support�at�wall�

Utkatasana� 42� �

Dandasana� 77� �

Gomukhasana� 80,�81� Arms�only�

Siddhasana� 84� �

Virasana� 88,�89� �

Parvatasana�arms�in�Swastikasana� 91�(LOY�Ͳ�arms);�5�(LOP�Ͳ�legs)� �

Triang�Mukhaikapada�Paschimottanasana�

139� �

Marichyasana�I� 143� Twist�only�

Salamba�Sarvangasana�I� 234� �

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Halasana� 89�(Gem)� Legs�on�stool�or�chair�

Karnapidasana� 245� �

Supta�Konasana� 247,�248� �

Chatushpadasana� 102�(Gem)� Blankets�under�shoulders�acceptable�

Setu�Bandha�Sarvangasana� 98�(Gem)� On�a�block,�feet�on�block�and�into�wall,�arms�down�

Urdhva�Prasarita�Padasana� 279� 90°�

Bharadvajasana�I� 297,�298� Turning�without�holding�upper�arm�

Malasana�I� 317� Preparatory�–�arms�lengthening�forward�or�hands�on�chair;�with�or�without�wall�support�for�back/buttocks;�heels�can�be�supported�

Savasana� 200�(Gem)� �

PRANAYAMA� CHAPTER�(LOP)� �

Ujjayi�–�stages�I�and�II� 19� �

Viloma�–�stages�I�and�II� 20� �

����������������

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Introductory�II�Syllabus�for�Practice�and�Teaching�Purposes,�given�by�Sri�B.K.S.Iyengar�

ASANA�NAME� PLATE�NUMBER�AND�TEXT� SPECIFIC�INSTRUCTIONS�

Garudasana� 56� �

Parivrtta�Trikonasana� 6,�7� �

Parivrtta�Parsvakonasana� 10,�11� �

Parivrtta�Ardha�Chandrasana� Art�of�Yoga�,�by�BKS�Iyengar�page�37�

See�also�Yoga�the�Iyengar�Way�by�Silva�and�Mira�Mehta�page�39

Virabhadrasana�III� 17� �

Uttitha�Hasta�Padangustasana�–�front�

20,�21� With�support�for�foot�(Gem�plate�120)�

Adho�Mukha�Svanasana� 75,�76� Head�supported�

Parsvottanasana�I� 26� Classical�presentation�

Prasarita�Padottanasana�I� 18�(Gem)� Classical�presentation���Ͳ�note�head�position�

Uttanasana� 48� Classical�presentation�

Urdhva�Mukha�Svanasana� 74� �

Chaturanga�Dandasana� 66� �

Bhujangasana�I� 73� �

Dhanurasana� 63� �

Salabhasana�and�Makarasana� 60,�62� �

Ustrasana� 41� �

Paripurna�Navasana� 78� �

Ardha�Navasana� 79� �

Supta�Virasana� 93,�96� Unsupported�or�supported�as�needed�

Baddha�Konasana� 101� With�support�if�necessary�

Supta�Baddhakonasana� 38�(Gem)� Support�of�blanket/bolster�along�length�of�spine�and�under�head�

Upavista�Konasana� 148� Concave�back�and�can�hold�toes�

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Janu�Sirsasana� 127� �

Marichyasana�I� 144� Forward�bend,�hands�clasped�

Paschimottanasana�� 160� �

Salamba�Sirsasana� 184,�185,�190� Against�wall�or�from�rope�

Salamba�Sarvangasana�I� 234� �

Halasana� 240� Toes�on�floor�as�in�plate�243�

Eka�Pada�Sarvangasana� 250� �

Parsvaika�Pada�Sarvangasana� 251� As�far�as�possible�

Parsva�Halasana� 249� �

Setu�Bandha�Sarvangasana� 98�(Gem)� On�a�block;feet�on�block�or�stool;�arms�down�

Supta�Padangustasana��I� 284,�285�see�also�Gem�plate�118 Leg�vertical�

Parsva�Supta�Padangustasana�II� 287,�see�also�Gem�plate�119� Leg�lateral�

Bharadvajasana�I� 297,�298� Classical�presentation�

Bharadvajasana�II� 299,�300� �

Malasana�I� 317� Preparatory�–�heels�down,�arms�gripping�wall�or�column�

Marichyasana�III� 301� Bent�elbow�over�bent�knee,�not�bound�

Ardha�Matsyendrasana� 307,�308� Preparatory�–�sitting�on�foot,�wall/foot�support�

Urdhva�Dhanurasana�I� No�plate� Preparatory�–�on�chair�or�stool.�Legs�straight,�feet�on�wall,�arms�stretched�straight�overhead�

Dwi�Pada�Viparita�Dandasana� 148�(�Gem)� On�a�chair�–�legs�parallel�to�floor,�arms�inside�or�around�chair,�hands�to�catch�chair�legs�

Savasana� 592� With�eye�band,�normal�in�breath�and�deep�out�breath�

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GUIDELINES�IN�PREPARATION�FOR�ASSESSMENT��There�are�three�aspects�to�the�assessment:��1. Demonstration�of�Personal�Practice��2. Demonstration�of�Teaching�Skill�3. Written�Exam�completed�prior�to�assessment���1.�Assessment�of�Personal�Practice�Ͳ�Levels�1�and�2�To�take�the�assessment�candidates�should�be�of�tidy�and�decent�appearance�and�dressed� in�clothing�which�permits�clear�demonstration�of�asanas.��Sanskrit�names�for�all�asanas�on�the�syllabus�should�be�known.�Except�where�specified� in�the�asana� lists,�only�use�props�where�necessary,�e.g.�to�support�an�injury�or�to�achieve�a�correct�action�that�is�not�(yet)�possible�without�the�help�of�a�prop.��During�assessment�of�personal�practice�,�candidates�should:�

1.� Demonstrate�understanding�of�correct�alignment�making�adjustments�as�necessary�to�achieve�this.�2.� Show�work�to�improve�extension�in�the�pose�–�again�making�adjustments�as�necessary�to�achieve�

this.��Show�an�understanding�of�the�correct�directionality�of�any�extensions.�3.� After�adjustments�to�alignment�and�extension�hold�the�posture�steadily�in�a�quiet�state�of�mind.�4.� Show�awareness�of�personal�problems�(e.g.�stiffness,� injury)�and�demonstrate�appropriate�use�of�

props�where�necessary.�5.� Level�1:�Be�able�to�remain�in�Sarvangasana�steadily�for�5�minutes,�lifting�without�strain�in�the�face�

or�pressure�on�the�throat�or�neck�(using�props�as�necessary).��Level�2:�Be�able�to�remain�in�Sarvangasana�steadily�for�5�minutes�as�at�Level�1.�Be� able� to� remain� in� Sirsasana� in� good� alignment� steadily� for� 5�minutes,�where� possible� and�appropriate�without�the�support�of�a�wall.�Students�with�postural�problems,�injuries,�difficulty�with�alignment�or�balance�or�who�are�fearful�may�use�support.�Those�who�normally�practice�with�the�help� of� a�wall,� corner,� or� supports� for� the� shoulders�must�make� this� requirement� clear� to� the�presiding�Moderator�in�advance�of�the�assessment.�Rope�Sirsasana�will�not�be�assessed,�but�where�possible�candidates�should�familiarize�themselves�with�this�variation�in�their�own�practice.�

�When�showing�their�own�practice�candidates�should�pay�particular�attention�to�the�important�points�mentioned�below�for�teaching�each�posture.�

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Personal�Practice�Marking�Categories�(see�definitions�above)�

� Level�1���

Level�2���

Alignment��Extension��Steadiness�&�Stability��Precision��Sarvangasana�Level�1�Standing�Poses��Level�1�other�Asanas�

Alignment��Extension��Steadiness�&�Stability��Precision��Sirsasana�and�Sarvangasana�Back�Bends��Level�2�Standing�Poses��Level�2�other�Asanas��

�2.�Assessment�of��Teaching��Skill�During�assessment,�particularly�at�Level�2,�candidates�should�be�able�to:�1. Demonstrate�the�ability�to�improve�alignment�and�extension�in�students.��Correction�may�be�either�by�verbal�instruction�or�physical�adjustment�providing�it�is�effective,�safe�and�sensitive�to�the�student’s�capability.�2. Understand� the� directionality� of� a� pose� and� how� to� adjust� in� intermediary� stages� in� order� to�improve�alignment�and�extension.��Should�also�understand�whether�a�student�is�ready�to�complete�the�pose�or�should�remain�at�an�intermediate�stage.�3. Demonstrate�appropriate�use�of�props�to�help�students�experiencing�stiffness,�instability�or�pain.�4. Show� good� presentation,� stand� well� and� be� able� to� give� clear,� simple� and� unambiguous�instructions�to�the�class.�5. Show� good� organization� in� teaching� the� class� and� demonstrate� awareness� of� the� students� and�their�needs.�6. Clearly�demonstrate�on�their�own�bodies�points�given�to�students.��Teaching�Marking�Categories�Candidate�will�be�assessed�according�to�the�following�categories:��

Teaching�of�Inversions�Clarity�of�Instruction�Demonstrating�Performance��Observation�and�Correction��Care�of�Students�Control�of�Class���

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Definitions�of�Teaching�Marking�Categories�Clarity�of�Instruction�Ͳ�Speaking�clearly�and�with�sufficient�volume�and�energy�to�be�easily�heard�and�followed.� Giving� precise,� unambiguous� instructions;� not� giving� too�much� information.� At� Level� 1�assessors�will�be�looking�for�simplicity�of�instruction,�i.e.�basic�points�suitable�for�complete�beginners.�At�Level�2�candidates�will�be�expected� to� teach�with�more�detail�and�subtlety�but�when� they�do�so�their�instructions�must�be�straightforward�and�clear.��Demonstrating�Performance� Ͳ�Good�presentation�of�asanas�being� taught.�Ability� to�demonstrate�on�one’s� own� body� to� explain� points.� � Ability� to�mirror� the� class.� Good� personal� presentation�when�teaching,�including�standing�well.��Observation� and� Correction� Ͳ� Ability� to� recognize� misalignment,� poor� directionality� and� lack� of�extension.� � Showing� the� ability� to� improve� these� through� verbal� instruction�or,�where� appropriate,�physical�adjustment.��Care�of�Students� Ͳ�Awareness�of�and�sensitivity�to� individual�needs,�appropriate�use�of�props�where�necessary.�Safety�and�sensitivity�in�making�adjustments.���Control� of� Class� Ͳ� Commanding� the� attention� of� students,� efficient� organization,� especially� when�students�are�using�equipment,�moving� from�one�place� to�another�or�where� individual� students�are�being�asked�to�work�differently�from�the�rest�of�the�class.���As�well�as�alignment,� �candidates�should� in�particular�be�aware�of�specific�points�for�each�posture�as�set�out�below:��LEVEL�1�Tadasana� �Adjustment�of�feet,�working�from�the�base�of�the�pose�upwards.�Extension�of� legs,�action�and/or�alignment�of�tailbone,�sacrum,�diaphragm,�ribcage,�shoulderͲblades,�thoracic�spine,�neck�and�head�and�arms.�The�alignment�and�connection�of�all�these�to�be�taken�to�all�other�standing�poses.��Vrksasana�Levelness�of�pelvis,�laterally�and�horizontally.�Be�able�to�help�students�having�difficulty�with�balance.��Utthita�Trikonasana�Attention�to�intermediary�stages:��(i)�Correct�distance�between�feet�after�jumping;�(ii)�Correct�alignment�and�opening�of�chest�(using�support�for�lower�hand�if�necessary).��Virabhadrasana�2�Correct�distance�between� feet�after� jumping.�Aim�to�bring�bent� leg�to�right�angle�without�collapsing�the�straight�leg.��Bent�leg�shin�vertical.�Even�lift�of�the�trunk.���Utthita� Parsvakonasana� Attention� to� intermediary� stages:� (i)� Correct� distance� between� feet� after�

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jumping;�(ii)�Correct�alignment�of�bent� leg�and�hip�and�turn�of�chest�before�raising�upper�arm�(using�support�for�lower�hand�if�necessary).��Virabhadrasana�1�Correct�distance�between� feet�after� jumping.�Turn�of�the�hips�and�trunk.�Work� in�back�leg.�Vertical�shin�in�front�leg.�Lift�of�trunk.��Ardha�Chandrasana�Be�able�to�help�students�having�difficulty�with�balance.�Attention�to�method�of�going�into�and�coming�out�of�the�pose.�Correct�alignment�of�legs,�hips,�shoulder�girdle,�arms�and�head.��Parsvottanasana�(arms�down�–�head�up)�Levelness�of�hips.�Extension�of�spine�forwards.�Opening�of�chest�(using�support�for�hands�if�necessary).�Extension�of�legs.��Prasarita�Padottanasana�1�(concave�back�–�head�up)�Lift�in�legs.�Extension�of�spine�forwards.�Opening�of�chest�(using�support�for�hands�if�necessary).��Parighasana� � Attention� to� intermediary� stages:� (i)� Correct� distance� between� knee� and� foot� (using�support�for�foot� if�necessary;�(ii)�Correct�alignment�and�opening�of�chest�before�raising�arm.�Correct�extension�of�spine.��Lower�arm�may�be�straight�or�bent,�upper�arm�must�be�straight.����Padangusthasana�Lift� in� legs.�Extension�of�trunk,�opening�of�chest�before�bringing�head�down�(using�belts�round�toes�if�necessary)��Pada�Hastasana� �Lift� in� legs.�Extension�of�trunk,�opening�of�chest�before�bringing�head�down� (using�raise�under�soles�and�support�for�hands�if�necessary)��Uttanasana�(concave�back)�Lift� in� legs.�Extension�of�trunk�forward,� lift�and�openness�of�chest�(using�support�for�hands�if�necessary).��Adho�Mukha�Svanasana�(with�support�–�for�hands�or�heels)�Understand�and�be�able�to�explain�use�of�wall�support�for�hands�and�feet�and�extension�of�arms�and�legs.��Utkatasana��Correct�extension�of�spine.�Proper�extension�and�lift�of�arms.���Gomukhasana�(arms�only)�Correct�opening�of�shoulders,�control�of�lumbar�spine.�Use�of�belt.��Dandasana� Lift� in� the� torso.How� to�assist� the� lift�of� the� lower�back.�Understanding�of� lift� in� chest.�Extension�of�legs.��*Siddhasana�Lift�in�the�torso.�How�to�assist�stiff�hips,�painful�knees.�Correct�position�of�feet.��

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*Virasana� Lift� in� the� torso.�Be�able� to�help� students�with� stiff�hips�and/or�ankles�or�painful�knees.�Correct�position�of�feet.��Parvatasana���Lift�of�chest,�control�of�lumbar�spine.�Correct�extension�of�arms.��*Triang�Mukhaikapada�Paschimottanasana��Levelness�of�hips,�how�to�assist�the�lift�of�the�lower�back,�extension�of�spine�before�bringing�head�down.��Marichyasana�1� (twist�only)�Openness�of�chest�and� forward�extension�before�clasping.�Evenness�of�sides�of�the�trunk�when�twisting.�Use�of�belt�if�necessary.��*Malasana�Use�of�wall�for�back,�to�support�sacrum�and�encourage�extension�of�trunk.�Reason�for�and�use�of�support� for�heels.� �May�also�be�done�sitting�on�pyramid�of�3�blocks�arms�extending�to�come�forwards�so�buttocks�leave�blocks.��Knees�together�or�separate�and�coming�forwards.��Setu�Bandha�Sarvangasana� (on�a�brick/blocks)�Care�going� into�and�coming�out�of�posture.� �Proper�extension�in�spine,�work�in�legs,�opening�and�lift�of�chest.�Feet�at�the�wall.��Chatushpadasana�Placement�of�feet.�Work�in�legs,�lift�of�hips.�Extension�of�arms,�expansion�of�chest.�Aim�for�vertical�shins�–�use�of�belt�if�necessary���Salamba�Sarvangasana�1�Correct�position�of�head/shoulders/arms/elbows.�Show�base�correctly�on�equipment.�Correct�extensions�particularly�the�back�chest�and�the�legs�.Alignment�of�the�pose�from�the�side/back/front.�Face/neck�showing�no�pressure.��Halasana��Maintain�base�of�arms/shoulders/trunk�as�for�Sarvangasana�1�Ͳ�extension�of�legs.��Karnapidasana�equal�extension�and�lift�of�spine,�keep�neck�free�of�strain.��Supta�Konasana�equal�extension�and�lift�of�spine,�lift�and�extension�of�legs,��upper�arms�from�elbow�to�shoulder�in�firm�contact�with�the�base.���*Urdhva�Prasarita�Padasana�(90�)�How�to�assist�stiff�hamstrings.�Understanding�of�lift�in�chest.��*Bharadvajasana�1�(turning,�without�holding�the�upper�arm)�Levelness�of�hips�and�shoulders.�Even�extension�of�spine�with�turn.��Sarvangasana�I,�Halasana��(legs�on�stool)�Ͳ�Candidates�must� be� familiar�with� all� cautions� and� counter� indications� against� asking� a� student� to�perform� inversions.�They�must�always� check� these�with�new� students� in�actual� teaching� situations.�

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However,�knowledge�of�the�cautions�will�be�tested�as�part�of�the�written�assessment,�not�during�the�practical� exam.�Moderators� and� assessors�will� check� in� the� practical� exam� that� volunteer� students�have�no�counter�indications�for�doing�inversions.���Candidates�should�be�able�to�take�a�student�safely�into�Sarvangasana.��Attention�should�be�given�to:�

i) Explaining� to� the� student� and�making� sure� shoulders� and� arms� are� correctly� placed� on� the�support.�

ii) Safely�bringing�the�student�into�Halasana�on�a�chair�or�stool.�iii) Assisting�student�into�Sarvangasana�and�supporting�student�securely�and�correctly�in�the�pose�

without�being�invasive.�iv) Noticing�signs�of�distress,�constriction�or�discomfort�in�student�when�in�the�pose,�if�necessary�

bringing�student�down�and�readjusting�neck�and�shoulders�(possibly�with�altered�support).�v) If�appropriate,�releasing�student�and�giving�instructions�to�improve�pose.�vi) Safely�lowering�student�to�resting�position.�

�LEVEL�2�Virabhadrasana�3� �Proper�extension�of�arms,�trunk�and�back� leg.�Openness�of�chest.�How�to�assist�a�student�having�difficulty�with�(a)�balance�(b)�alignment.� In�personal�practice�from�Virabhadrasana�1.��In�teaching�may�be�done�with�support�but�full�pose�should�also�be�seen.��Parivrtta� Trikonasana,� Parivrtta� Parsvakonasana� Intermediate� stage:� turn� of� hips� and� trunk.��Extension�of�back� leg.�Observe�correct�alignment�and� turn�of� trunk�before� raising�upper�arm� (using�support�for�lower�hand�if�necessary).�In�personal�practice�heel�support�may�be�used�for�P.�Trikonasana�if� this� results� in� improvement.� � In�P�Parsvakonasana�back�heel� lifts�but�pose�should�be�started�with�heel�down.��Chest�should�not�collapse�if�hand�is�taken�to�floor��Parivrtta�Ardha�Chandrasana�Correct�alignment�of� legs,�hips,�trunk�and�head.�Turn�of�trunk.�Proper�extension�of�arms.�How�to�assist�a�student�having�difficulty�with�(a)�balance,�(b)�alignment.� �May�be�taught�with�foot�or�back�to�wall.��Parsvottanasana�(hands�in�Namaste�if�possible)�Correct�opening�of�shoulders.�Work�in�arms�to�open�chest.�How�to�assist�a�student�with�stiff�shoulders.�Extension�of�back�leg.�Level�hips��Prasarita�Padottanasana� 1� (final� pose)� Lift� of� legs.� Extension� of� trunk� down.�Correct� alignment� of�arms�and�shoulders.�In�personal�practice�and�teaching�go�from�Level�1�pose�into�Level�2�pose.��Blocks�may�be�used�under�head�if�this�creates�improvement.��Uttanasana� (final� pose)� Extension� of� legs.� Lengthening� in� side� trunk� and� release� of� abdomen� and�diaphragm.��Work�in�arms,�passivity�in�neck.��From�Level�1�into�Level�2.��May�be�done�with�feet�slightly�

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apart.��In�teaching�supports�may�be�used�to�maintain�concavity�at�the�intermediary�stage.��Utthita�Hasta�Padangusthasana�1�(with�belt,�leg�forwards,�heel�support)�Understand�reason�for�and�use�of�support�for�heel�of�lifted�leg.�Use�of�belt.�Levelness�of�hips.�Lift�and�extension�of�standing�leg.��Garudasana�Free�standing�in�personal�practice.�Chest�lifted�hips�level.�How�to�assist�a�student�with�i)�balance;�ii)�stiff�shoulders/arms;�iii)�stiff�hips/legs.��Sirsasana�1�Correct�position�and�actions�of�the�hands/arms/head/shoulders/dorsal�region.�Extension�of�the�legs.�Alignment�of�the�pose�from�the�side�and�the�front/back�views.�Face�and�neck�showing�no�pressure.��Adho�Mukha�Svanasana�(any�appropriate�support�–�personal�practice�to�the�candidate’s�preference;�when�teaching�as�they� find�the�class)�Understanding�of�use�of�different�methods�of�support�to�help�action�in�(i)�hips�and�legs;�(ii)�shoulders�and�arms;�(iii)�lift�of�trunk�together�with�release�of�neck.��Head�descending,�with�or�without�support.��Urdhva�Mukha�Svanasana�Extension�of�arms�and�legs,�lift�of�side�trunk�and�opening�of�chest.�How�to�assist� students� having� difficulty� lifting.� �May� be� done�with� toes� tucked� under�when� teaching�&� in�practice�for�back�problems.��Blocks�may�be�used�for�hands��Chaturanga� Dandasana� Extension� of� legs,� action� of� tailbone.� How� to� assist� students� who� have�difficulty�lifting.;�from�floor�if�possible�in�own�practice.�May�be�done�from�Adho�Mukha�Svanasana�or�with�blocks�when�teaching.��Bhujangasana�Extension�of�legs.�Action�of�arms�to�curve�spine�and�open�chest.�Use�of�lifts�to�protect�lumbar�spine.���Dhanurasana��Extension�and�lift�of�thighs�and�shins.�Action�of�legs�and�arms�to�lift�chest.����Salabhasana� and�Makarasana� Extension� of� legs� which�must� be� straight,� how� to� assist� this.� Lift,�extension�and�curve�of�spine.�Effect�of�different�arm�positions�on�lift�of�chest.�If�chosen,�candidate�will�teach�both�poses.��Ustrasana� .�Has�to�be�done�with�tops�of�feet�on�floor.�Action�of�shins,� lift�of�thighs�and�extension�of�spine.�Lift�of�chest.�How� to�help�students� � i)�with�neck�problems;� � ii)�who�are�unable� to�reach� their�heels�with� their�hands.�May�be�done�with�knees�apart�or� together�but�must�be� taught�with�knees�apart��Paripurna� Navasana� Extension� and� lift� of� legs� and� lift� of� chest.� Be� able� to� help� students� having�

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difficulty�with�balance.��Various�methods�and�supports�may�be�used�when�teaching�but�the�final�pose�should�be�aimed�for��Ardha�Navasana�Extension�of�legs.�Be�able�to�help�students�having�difficulty�with�balance.���*Supta� Virasana� Performed� as� a� working� asana,� not� recuperative.� To� be� shown� with� &� without�support� in�personal�practice�unless�candidate�needs�support�because�of�stiffness�or�knee�problems.�When�teaching,�ability�to�help�students�with�stiffness,�back�or�knee�pain.�Correct�position�of�feet.���Baddha�Konasana�(forwards�as�much�as�possible�Ͳ�give�margin� if�difficult.�Chair�may�be�used,�head�supported� ),� �Groins�&�Knees� level,�Turn�of� legs.�Lift�of�spine� from�base.� �How� to�assist�stiff�hips�or�painful�knees.��Supta�Baddha�Konasana�How� to�assist�stiff�hips.�Use�of�belts�and�supports,�ability� to�help�students�with�back�or�knee�pain.��Use�of�belt�not�essential�if�heels�stay�close�to�perineum��Upavistha�Konasana�(sitting�straight)�Extension�of�trunk.�Alignment�of�feet�and�legs.�Feet�may�be�held�or�not�or�belts�on�feet�may�be�used,�folded�blanket�for�support�rather�than�a�block.��Janu� Sirsasana� �How� to� protect� bent� knee,� how� to� assist� the� lift� of� the� lower� back.� Extension� of�straight�leg.�Extension�and�turn�of�trunk�before�bringing�head�down.���Marichyasana�1� (bend� forward�with�hands�and�arms�entwined)�How� to�assist� the� lift�of� the� lower�back.�Openness�of�chest�and� forward�extension�before�clasping.�Extension�of� straight� leg,�action�of�bent�leg�and�arms.��Buttock�of�bent�leg�may�lift�to�gain�forward�extension�but�must�be�encouraged�to�go�down.��Lifts�and�belts�as�necessary�when�teaching��Paschimottanasana�How� to� assist� the� lift� of� the� lower� back.� Extension� of� legs.� Extension� of� trunk�before�bringing�head�down.��May�be�taught�with�belt�for�feet�or�support�for�head.��Setu�Bandha�Sarvangasana�(Uttana�Mayurasana�with�support�–�i.e.�lifting�from�the�ground,�hands�in�back,�feet�on�wall/brick/stool)�Care�going�into�and�coming�out�of�posture.��Proper�extension�in�spine,�works�in�legs,�work�in�arms,�opening�and�lift�of�chest.�Support�may�be�used�for�shoulders.��Supta�Padangusthasana�1�Use�of�belt,�extension�of�both� legs,�grounding�of� lower� leg,� lift� in� chest.��May�be�done�to�90�degrees�or�as�much�as�possible�if�done�well�but�head�not�lifted��Supta�Padangusthasana�2�Use�of�belt,� levelness�of�hips,�extension�of�both� legs,�grounding�of� lower�leg,�lift�in�chest.�May�be�done�to�90�degrees�or�as�much�as�possible�if�done�well�

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�Bharadvajasana�1�(final�pose)�Levelness�of�hips�(support� if�necessary)�and�shoulders.�Action�of�arms�when�holding�upper�arm.��Use�of�belt�on�upper�arm�if�clasping�not�possible.��Bharadvajasana�2�Levelness�of�hips�and� shoulders.�Even�extension�of� spine�with� turn.�How� to�help�students�with�painful�knees,�use�of�belt�and�support�if�necessary.���Malasana� (heels� down,� arms� to�wall� or� gripping� column)� Reason� for� and� use� of�wall/column� (or�chair).��Marichyasana� 3� (opposite� bent� elbow� over� bent� knee)� Intermediary� stages:� Evenness� of� buttock�bones,�using�support�to�lift�the�lower�back�if�necessary.�Extension�of�straight�leg,�action�of�bent�leg�and�arm.�Seeing�that�students�can�lift�and�rotate�in�chest;�in�personal�practice�lift�and�rotation�in�chest�is�required�before�entwining�the�arms.��Ardha�Matsyendrasana�1� (preparatory�–�sit�on� foot,�wall/foot�support)�Correct�placement�of� feet,�use�of�supports,�how�to�help�students�having�difficulty�with�balance.��Urdhva�Dhanurasana�1� (from� chair�or� stool)�Use�of� chair.�Use�of�wall.�Use�of� lift� for�hands�&� feet�where�necessary.�How�to�help�stiff�students.�Extension�and�lift�of�legs�and�arms.��Dwi�Pada�Viparita�Dandasana� (on�a� chair�–� legs�parallel� to� the� floor)�Use�of� support� to� lift� chest,�correct�position�and�extension�of�legs;�heels�pressing�into�a�support.�Arms�holding�under�chair�or�chair�back.�How�to�help�students�with�neck�problems.��Eka�Pada�Sarvangasana�(top�leg�perpendicular�to�the�floor/Halasana�leg�straight/L�&�R�sides�of�the�spine�parallel)�Maintain�correct�position�of�the�base�of�the�pose�–�keep�trunk�extending�evenly,�use�of�arms�and�hands�to�achieve�this�Ͳ�correct�extensions�in�the�legs,�keeping�the�buttock�bones�level.��Parsvaikapada�Sarvangasana�–�maintain�even�pressure�in�the�arms�and�shoulders�and�equal�lift�through�the�sides�of�the�trunk,�keep�chest�open,�buttock�bones�level�from�the�back.��Halasana�(feet�on�floor)�Maintain�base�of�arms/shoulders/trunk�as�for�Sarvangasana�1�Ͳ�extension�of�legs.��Parsva�Halasana�(feet�on�floor)�Maintain�base�of�arms/shoulders/trunk�as�for�Sarvangasana�as�you�take�the�legs�to�the�side.�Extension�of�legs,�keeping�feet�together�Ͳ�level�hips.��Salamba�Sirsasana�Candidates�must� be� familiar�with� all� cautions� and� counter� indications� against� asking� a� student� to�

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perform� inversions.�They�must�always� check� these�with�new� students� in�actual� teaching� situations.�However,�knowledge�of�the�cautions�will�be�tested�as�part�of�the�written�assessment�not�during�the�practical� exam.�Moderators� and� assessors�will� check� in� the� practical� exam� that� volunteer� students�have�no�counter�indications�for�doing�inversions.�

�Candidates� should�be�able� to� take�a� student� safely� into�Sirsasana�at� the�wall.� �Attention� should�be�given�to:� Explaining�to�the�student�correct�placement�of�arms,�head�and�shoulders.� Observing�the�above�before�taking�student�up.� Assisting�student�into�Sirsasana�and�supporting�student�securely�and�correctly�in�the�pose.� Noticing�misalignment�or�signs�of�distress,�constriction�or�discomfort�in�student�when�in�the�pose,�if�necessary�bringing�student�down�and�readjusting.� If�appropriate,�releasing�student�and�giving�instructions�to�improve�pose.� Safely�lowering�student�to�resting�position.��Specifically:��Knuckles�should�touch�the�wall�when�the�wall�is�used�for�balance�and�an�inch�or�two�away�when� it� is�used� for�alignment.� �A�candidate�who�can�balance�may�use�the�wall� for�alignment� Ͳ�poor�alignment�in�the�middle�of�the�room�will�be�marked�down.��Candidates�will�have�a� free�hand� in�choosing�the�method�and�any�equipment�they�use�to�teach�a�posture� except� where� specifically� stated� otherwise.� � It� is� however� strongly� recommended� that�candidates�bear�in�mind�the�important�points�as�given�above�in�deciding�how�to�teach�a�pose.���Sarvangasana�1,�Halasana�(legs�on�stool)�Ͳ�This�is�repeated�at�Level�2.�Main�points�as�in�Level�1�with�the�exception�that�feet�are�taken�to�the�floor�when�teaching�Halasana.����Notes�on�Requirements�for�Introductory�Level�1�and�Level�2�candidates�during�assessment�Candidates�will�have�practiced� Iyengar�Yoga� for�at� least�3�years�before�undertaking�teacher�training;�they�will�be�expected�to�have�covered�all�the�asanas�on�the�Introductory�Syllabus�and�to�have�attained�a�reasonable�standard�of�practice�in�those�asanas.�

For�both�Level�1�and�Level�2,�candidates�will�be�required�to�demonstrate�a�good�standard�of�personal�practice� in� the� asanas� for� their� level�during� assessment,� as�defined�by� the�marking� categories� laid�down�in�this�syllabus.�In�recognition�of�the�fact�that�candidates�will�be�spending�a�significant�portion�of�their� first�year�of� training� learning�basic� teaching�skills,�Level�1�personal�practice� is�shorter�and� less�demanding�than�Level�2�personal�practice.��

Where�ability� to�perform�asanas� is� limited�by�stiffness�or� injury� the�assessors�will�be� looking� to�see�that�candidates�are�working�to�the�best�of�their�ability�and�understanding�with�intelligent�use�of�props�where� appropriate.�Candidates�will�not�be�penalized� for�physical� limitations� if� there� is�evidence�of�

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sincere,�safe�and�effective�work�to�create�improvement.�The�teaching�part�of�the�assessment�consists�of�one�pose� for�Level�1�and� two�poses� for�Level�2.� � It� is� recognized� that� the� teaching�experience�of�Level�1�candidates�will�be�less�than�that�of�Level�2�candidates�and�this�will�be�taken�into�account.�Level�1�candidates�will�be� required� to� show�good�basic�understanding�and�competence� in�all� the�marked�categories.�Level�2�candidates�will�be�required�to�demonstrate�a�good�standard�of�teaching,�showing�more�subtle�and�detailed�understanding,�confidence�and�clarity.�

�3.�Theoretical�Knowledge�Theoretical� Knowledge� will� be� tested� by� a� written� paper� to� be� completed� prior� to� the� practical�assessment�and�submitted�at�a�set�date.�Areas�to�be�covered�are:��Level�1�Basic�Anatomy�Subjects�covered�are:�skeleton;�joints;�ligaments�&�tendons;�position�of�organs�and�endocrine�glands.��

�Level�2�1. Yoga�Philosophy�

Questions�based�on�the�Introduction�to�Light�on�Yoga�and�The�Yoga�Sutras�of�Patanjali.�2. Theoretical�knowledge�for�teaching�asanas�

Sequencing�of�asanas.�Cautions�for�teaching�Sirsasana�and�Sarvangasana.�Safety�issues�in�teaching�asanas.�Postures�to�be�done�and�postures�to�be�avoided�during�menstruation.�

3. Pranayama�Savasana.� Some� understanding� of� the� basic� principles� of� teaching� breathing.� Resting� poses.�Understanding�of�Pranayamas�on�the�syllabus�(hints�and�cautions,�preparation,�preparatory�poses�etc).�

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APPLICATION�FOR�ASSESSMENT�AT�INTRODUCTORY�I�and�II�LEVEL��GENERAL�PROCEDURE�AND�INFORMATION:��1. Assessment�dates�and�locations�for�the�upcoming�year�will�be�announced�annually�at�the�Annual�

General�Meeting.�Dates�will�also�be�posted�on�the�website.�2. If�there�are�not�sufficient�candidates�eligible�to�apply�for�a�particular�assessment,�the�assessment�

may�be�canceled.�Those�already�registered�will�be�scheduled�for�the�next�assessment.�3. Candidate�enrollment�minimum/maximums�are:�

a. Introductory�I/II:�minimum�of�six,�maximum�of�eight�b. �Intermediate�Junior�I�and�II:�minimum�of�four,�maximum�of�eight�

4. Summary�of�Registration�and�Application�for�Assessment�Procedures�(�all�levels)�a. Candidates�must�complete�and�send�together�the�1.�Registration�Form�and�2.�Registration��� �

Fee�to� the�Assessment�Registrar,�anywhere�from�one�year�to�four�months�before�the�date�of�assessment�

b. �Introductory�I/II�candidates�must�also�have�their�training�teacher�complete�the�� � �� “Completion�of�Teacher�Training�Form”�which�is�to�be�submitted�with�the�other�forms���

c. A�copy�of�the�Registration�form�should�be�given�to�the�recommending�teacher�for�their�information�prior�to�the�submission�of�the�application��

d. The�recommending�teacher�must�separately�send�their�Final�Recommendation�to�the�� Chair�of��Assessment,�four�months�prior�to�the�assessment�date�

e. �Candidacy�in�an�assessment�will�not�be�considered�until�all�documentation�is�complete�f. Candidates�must�keep�their�recommending�teacher�informed�of�any�changes�in�their�health�

status�or�their�ability�to�stand�for�assessment.��The�Chair�of�Assessment�must�be�notified�of�any�change�in�status,�if�possible,�no�later�than�two�months�before�assessment�date.�

�ASSESSMENT�REGISTRATION�LIST��1. The�Assessment�Registrar�will�compile�a�registration�list�for�each�assessment,�which�will�include�

waiting�lists.�The�lists�will�be�updated�after�each�assessment�2. The�Registrar�will�assign�registration�placement�on�a�first�come�first�served�basis,�and�notify�

applicant�of�their�assessment�placement,�as�soon�as�possible�after�receiving�the�forms.��WAITING�LIST��1. The�Assessment�Registrar�assigns�places�for�assessment�on�a�first�come�first�serve�basis.�If�places�at�

assessment�have�been�filled,�s/he�will�be�placed�on�a�waiting�list,�also�on�a�first�come�first�served�basis.�The�candidate�at�the�top�of�the�list�will�be�offered�the�first�available�space.�If�the�place�is�not�taken,�the�candidate's�name�will�go�to�the�bottom�of�the�list�

2. If�a�candidate�has�postponed�or�has�not�been�given�an�assessment�place�for�two�years�or�more,�the�

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APPLICATION�Ͳ�INTRODUCTORY�1�/II��ASSESSMENT��page�2���Questions��1. Why�do�you�want�to�become�an�Iyengar�yoga�teacher?��2. How�long�have�you�been�practicing�and�studying�lyengar�yoga?�Include:�where,�when,�main�

teacher(s),�and�important�learning�experiences.�3. Briefly�describe�your�teacher�training.�4. Describe�your�asana�practice:�frequency,�duration.�and�content.�5. Describe�your�pranayama�practice:�frequency,�duration,�and�content.�6. What�are�the�strengths�and�weaknesses�of�your�practice?��7. Provide�details�of�your�participation�in�IYASEEA�or�any�other�yoga�association�in�which�you�have�

been�a�member.�8. Are�you�currently�teaching�yoga?�Please�list�the�number�of�classes,�number�of�students�per�class,�

and�levels.�9. Have�you�taught�seminars�or�workshops�at�which�you�were�teaching�students�other�than�your�

regular�students?�lf�so,�give�details.�10. �Have�you�studied�at�RIMYI?�lf�so,�provide�dates�of�attendance�and�types�of�classes.�11. �Do�you�have�special�knowledge,�experience,�or�training�that�may�augment�your�teaching?��12. Have�you�trained�or�received�any�qualification�as�a�yoga�teacher�in�any�other�country?�Give�details.�13. .�Do�you�have�any�limitations�or�problems,�particularly�those�of�a�physical�nature,�which�may�affect�

your�performance�of�asana�or�pranayama�practice�or�your�ability�to�teach?�Teachers�who�are�currently�working�with�physical�limitations�that�reflect�on�and�affect�their�practice�and�teaching�must�include�a�full�description�of�these�limitations�with�this�application.�Working�with�one's�limitations�is�inherent�in�the�practice�of�yoga�and�should�not�deter�one�from�sitting�the�assessment.��

��APPLICANTͲ�PLEASE�READ�CAREFULLY��Give�a�copy�of�your�completed�“Application�Form”,�along�with�the�“Final�Recommendation��Form”,�to�your�recommending�teacher.�(Please�complete�the�applicant's�portion).�“The�Completion�of�Teacher�Training�Form”�must�be�completed�by�your�training�teacher.�Registrations�will�not�be�accepted�from�applicants�who�have�not�completed�teacher�training�by�the�time�of�their�registration�for�assessment�.