Are you a 200-hour certified yoga teacher?Yes, I am a 200-hour certified yoga teacher
Prerequisites
Have you been teaching Yoga for 1 year or more? (minimum 50 hours)Yes, I have been teaching for one year (minimum 50 hours)
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*** Successful completion of a 200-hour Yoga teacher training from a Yoga Alliance approved school is required for participation in the Integral Yoga Therapy Program track to become a Certified Yoga Therapist.

For more information Contact:
Satya Lynn: yogatherapy@integralyoga.org

Home CenterYogaville, VA
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A minimum of one year (minimum 50 hours) teaching Yoga is required for participation in the Integral Yoga Therapy Program track to become a Certified Yoga Therapist.
For more information Contact:
Satya Lynn: yogatherapy@integralyoga.org

NameAlia Legaux
Age36-45
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Address1824 N. Derbigny St
New Orleans, LA 70116
United States
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Phone5049317144
Best days to reach you for your interview
  • Friday
Are you a member of the Integral Yoga Teachers AssociationNo
Time of day?
  • 12pm-5pm ET
Health Information
Do you want to achieve your RYT 500-hour designation during this program?Yes
Chronic Health issues?No
Please list all conditions and their respective medications
Condition Medication/Remedy
none ayurveda supplements for prevention
Prescription medications and/or natural remedies?Yes
Condition
  • none
Serious illness, injury, or major surgery in the last 5 years?No
Communicable Diseases?No
Current psychotherapy, counseling, or psychiatric treatment?No
Do you have any concerns about your physical or mental health that may impact your participation in this program?No
Will you require any special accommodations/needs during your participation in the Integral Yoga Therapy program?No
Any Dietary Restrictions/Choices  (Allergies, Vegan, Gluten Free, etc.)?Yes
Please describe

pescatarian, no cooked vegetables, avocado allergy

Education
Highest level of education completedGraduate
Please list schools attended, year graduated, and degrees obtained:
School Year Degrees
University of New Orleans 1999 Biological Sciences
University of New Orleans 2003 Health Promotion
Nova Southeastern University 2007 Health Sciences
School
  • University of New Orleans
  • University of New Orleans
  • Nova Southeastern University
Other work outside of teaching Yoga
Occupation
  • Clinical Research Consultant/Auditor
Current occupation(s) and number of years worked - Please list
Occupation Years
Clinical Research Consultant/Auditor 13
Occupation
  • FDA Investigator/USPHS Health Services Officer
  • Medical/Public Health Lab Technologist
  • Public Health Advisor/USPHS Health Services Officer
Past occupation(s) and number of years worked - Please list
Occupation Years
FDA Investigator/USPHS Health Services Officer 5.5
Medical/Public Health Lab Technologist 5
Public Health Advisor/USPHS Health Services Officer 2
Previous Yoga Experience
Prior coursework/trainingSuccessful completion of a 200-hour Yoga teacher training from a Yoga Alliance approved school plus a minimum of one year teaching Yoga is required for participation in the Integral Yoga Therapy Program track to become a Certified Yoga Therapist.

If you are not a registered Yoga teacher, but are a licensed social worker or health care professional who would like to supplement your practice with Yoga therapy techniques, you are welcome to join the program, but will need to first complete a basic 200 hour teacher training to be eligible to receive certification from the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT).
Please upload 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program Certificate to this ApplicationFull-Circle-200-Hr-Training-11-17-18.pdf
When and where did you receive your 200-hour level Basic Teacher Training?11-17-2018 Maui, Hawaii with Full Circle Yoga School
Primary 200hr InstructorMolly Warner
Have you had a personal practice for at least one year?Yes
How long have you practiced yoga? Describe your personal practice of yoga and how regularly you practice, including the style/tradition of your current practice:

I have practiced yoga regularly for about 13 years. My personal yoga practice includes a mixture of types of yoga: yin, restorative, Bikram, power, ashtanga, vinyasa. At times, I participate in 2-3 yoga classes day. Although my goal is to practice daily, that is not always the case. I am currently working through some physical limitations due to chondromalacia in my knees, which I have been diagnosed with since I was a 7 years old, as well as a recent injury to my piriformis. During the month of September 2021, I have practiced almost daily with these conditions while completing my 500 hour yoga teaching training.

Do you meditate?Yes
How long and how often do you meditate?I meditate daily for about 30 minutes to an hour
What other training experience have you had since 200hr teacher training?

September 1-29, 2021 (currently completing) 500 hr YTT with Nepal Yoga Home in Kathmandu, Nepal

What other styles/traditions of Yoga have you practiced/studied?

yin, restorative, Bikram, power, ashtanga, vinyasa

Is English your primary language?Yes
Essay QuestionsPlease answer the following open-ended questions fully and concisely.
Please describe your past/current Yoga teaching experience including location, timeframe, population taught, etc.

Lead yoga classes and yoga retreats of all skill levels (including senior citizens and children)
Locations include New Orleans, LA, Chicago, IL, Vallejo, CA, Myanmar, Maldives
During the pandemic, I have taught virtual yoga classes for my clients as group and private sessions and for the City of New Orleans as a part of their support of health and wellness for the community.

Have you taken any Yoga therapy training programs?No
Do you have any special interests or capabilities that may be relevant?

I am a Master Certified Health Education Specialist and Health Coach. My interests are to provide alternative approaches to health and wellness to clients and communities.

Please list any other training or experience that you think is relevant.

As a RYT with Yoga Alliance, I complete have completed continuing education courses and have yoga teacher certifications in:
Advanced Sequencing
Aqua Yoga
Restorative and Yin Yoga

Please describe your studies and understanding of Ayurveda.

My advance 500 hr YTT in Nepal included a focused training on Ayurveda. For about 5 years, I have self-studied Ayurveda and regularly take Ayurvedic supplements as a part of preventive health measure. Throughout the year, I see Ayurvedic specialists for health assessments and treatments, including massages (oiling) and vastis.

Please describe your studies and understanding of yoga philosophy.

I have learned of yoga philosophy in both my 200hr and 500 hr YTT. I am very familiar with the foundation and philosophy of yoga. Yoga is an inward journey to connect the mind, body, and spirit.

What are your expectations as a student? What do you hope to gain, learn, or work on?

I expect to learn about using yoga as a healing therapy. I plan to increase my knowledge and awareness about how yoga and Ayurveda can be used for specific chronic conditions to relieve pain and discomfort and even eliminate some conditions.

Why do you want to enroll in Integral Yoga Therapy Certification (IYTh)?

ASAP.. I am currently enrolled in the first module of Integral Yoga Therapy training this Fall 2021 and would like this course to count toward my yoga therapy enrollment and certification.

How do you intend to use yoga therapy in your practice, both personally and professionally?

Yes

Given your current or future commitments, how will you create the time and space to achieve your goals for the IYTh program and fulfill all of the training requirements?

I am an independent consultant, President of the company/business, and make my own schedule for work. There are not issues with making time to fulfill the IYTh program training requirements.

List any interesting things you would like to share about yourself

I am a world traveler who enjoys seeing the beautiful world we are blessed to experience. I love to hike and have hiked Mt. Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) to the summit as well as other mountains such Mt. Fuji (Japan). I have been to all 7 continents completing hikes, including Antartica.

Are there any current scheduling conflicts or anticipated events that could affect your ability to attend any of the scheduled modules?

no

Please list three references we can contact regarding your IYTh application. One of these references must be deeply steeped in the Integral Yoga Tradition. Please provide name, position, phone, and email address.

Deependra Bhatt, Hatha Yoga Instructor and Teacher/Yogachary and Owner of VINYASA NEPAL YOGA STUDIO IN KATHMANDU NEPAL +977 981-3237572, Vinyasanepal@gmail.com

Dr. Lorraine Williams, USPHS Health Services Officer/Health Care Consultant, +1-770-910-0446, lndixon05@gmail.com

Mrs. Marilyn Powell, Author and Wellness Retreat Coach, +1-904-614-8005, marilynepowell@gmail.com

How did you find out about the Integral Yoga Therapy Certification Program?Web Search
Please provide specific website, studio, or individual names if you can, as well as any other specific information on how you heard about the program

I searched your specific website as well as the international association of yoga therapists website for numerous schools and selected yours due to the flexibility in course completion and detailed curriculum available on your website.

What print and/or online Yoga and wellness publications you read frequently and what social media you follow for Yoga information?

Yoga Journal
Yoga Alliance

AgreementBy submitting this form, I hereby declare the above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that misrepresentation of this information constitutes grounds for the rejection of this application, expulsion from the program and revocation of certification. In the event of rejection, expulsion, or revocation of certification, I understand that I am entitled to no refunds, credits, or adjustments.

I agree to assume all risk of damage or injury that may occur as a student of Integral Yoga Therapy Certification. In consideration of being accepted as a yoga therapy student, the undersigned releases and discharges Integral Yoga, its teachers, and students from any and all claims, demands, actions of any nature, whether present or future, anticipated or unanticipated, known or unknown, that result from the undersigned’s participation in yoga classes or practice of yoga outside of class.
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IYTh Application FeeIYTh Application Fee, Qty: 1, Price: $108.00