"My students come from all corners of the globe. This certification empowers them to design a learning path tailored to their time constraints, schedules, and financial needs, while also guaranteeing they meet the essential standards for certification."

 

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.

 

4 Pathways to Certification (online and/or in-person)

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

1. Six-Month Online Mentorship Program (June - November 2025)

• Engage in:
  • Two private one-on-one sessions per month.
  • Two 2.5-hour live group sessions per month (recordings made available)
  • 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 David 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.)
• Preparatory courses or workshops specifically aimed at preparing candidates for the exams. 

 

Fee

The fee to take the exam is $2000. Once a student passes the exam they will be added to David's Certification Registry on his website.

 

Learn More

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