“My students come from all over the world. This certification gives them the autonomy to shape a learning journey that works for their time requirements, schedules, and financial situations, while also ensuring they meet the necessary standards to become certified.”

 

Customized Ashtanga Certification Track

Core Certification Requirements - All candidates must demonstrate considerable skill in four key areas to earn certification. This includes passing assessments (written, practical, or both) to verify competency in the following:

1. Articulating Asana Actions with Verbal Cues

• Clear, effective communication of alignment, transitions, and key actions in the pose.

2. Thorough Knowledge of the Vinyasa Structure

• Mastery of the Primary Series, including:
  • Counting the vinyasa in Sanskrit.
  • Articulating the nuances of transitions into and out of poses.

3. Modifications and Props

• Ability to present thoughtful modifications and skillfully use props to make the Primary Series accessible and safe.

4. Physical Adjustments

• Competency in giving mindful, effective, and safe physical adjustments tailored to individual needs.

 

Pathways to Certification

Participants may customize their journey toward certification by choosing one or more of the following pathways:

1. Six-Month Mentorship Program (Online)

• Engage in:
  • Two private one-on-one sessions per month.
  • Two 90-minute live group sessions per month.
  • Access to the online Mysore class (3 days a week, not mandatory).
  • Membership in the Asana Kitchen Subscription Channel.

2. Study Hours (Online or In-Person)

• Complete a specific number of training hours through:
  • Online courses.
  • In-person workshops or retreats.

3. Assisting at Live Events (In-Person)

• Gain hands-on experience by assisting David in live workshops, Mysore intensives, or online classes.

4. Participation in Additional Offerings (Online or In-Person)

• Attend periodic live online classes and special workshops.

 

Certification Process

Becoming certified is not based on hours but based on proficiency. Steps to certification:

1. Skill Verification (Online or In-Person)

• Candidates must pass the following assessments:
  • Written Exam: Testing knowledge of vinyasa structure, Sanskrit count, and key teaching principles.
  • Practical Exams:
    • Teach a mock class demonstrating verbal cues, vinyasa counting, and transition articulation. 
    • Show proficiency in modifications, prop use, and physical adjustments. 

2. Documentation of Experience

• Submit logs showing completion of required study hours or participation milestones:
  • E.g., 50 hours in Mysore classes, 10 hours assisting, or 60 hours in live workshops.

3. Feedback and Mentorship (Online or In-Person)

• Receive feedback and personalized guidance from you to refine skills before final assessments.

4. Portfolio Submission (Optional)

• Include reflections on teaching philosophy and growth throughout the training.

 

Additional Flexibility

This certification is accessible and individualized:

• Candidates can spread their participation across multiple formats and timeframes (e.g., completing mentorship one year and assisting live events the next).
• Individualized fee structure based on the chosen pathway (mentorship, assisting, etc.).
• Offer optional preparatory courses or workshops specifically aimed at preparing candidates for the exams. 

 

Learn More

If you'd like to learn more, email asanakitchen@gmail.com.