Do I have to attend a 1-day seminar to go to a 4-day Foundations training or to become Certified?
No, you can just start with Foundations! While the 1-day seminars are fun and helpful for those who just want a few tools to use with their children, grandchildren, students or clients, our Foundations course is a fun and information-packed 4-day Foundations meant for those who really want to start tapping into the best yoga-for-children education available by learning many tools to help children and gain greater comfort teaching children.
Where are the Foundations trainings held?
All over the world! Please check our calendar for a training that is convenient for you. We have trainings in the United States and internationally!
Can I use YogaKids to teach older (7-12) children?
Absolutely! While our current videos are aimed at younger children,
during our trainings, we teach people how to use YogaKids methods on
kids from 3 to teen agers!
If I take the Foundations training, do I have to take Advanced Training?
In order to become Certified you must take one of the Certification Trainings (either ATP or ATI) and fulfill all of the requirements to YKI's standards.
Are there pre-requisites? Do I have to know yoga or be a teacher to take this program?
We ask that you bring an open heart and your love for children. One year yoga experience is very helpful, but not required. Once you are in Advanced Training, you must commit to studying with a qualified yoga teacher in your area at least once a week, but preferably 2-3 times.
How do I find a mentor?
A mentor, who is a Certified YogaKids Teacher (CYKT), is assigned to you upon completion of Foundations. Whenever possible, they will be in your geographic area.
Does my mentor have to live in my area?
No. You communicate with your mentor through e-mail, mail and phone and in person at times.
How long does it take to complete Advanced Training?
Most trainees take 6-9 months to complete Advanced Training. Advanced Training Intensives, the second part of Advanced Training, are scheduled 3-4 times a year to fit your schedule. This period allows for life’s situations, family and other commitments. Some people have completed the program in 5 months with incredible focus and commitment.
How many Advanced Training: Intensive Workshops are offered a year?
Typically two or three.
How do I find a location to teach YogaKids?
Anywhere children gather – schools, libraries, YMCA’s, yoga centers, fitness centers, your home, Boys and Girl’s Clubs, places of worship, playgroups, Girl Scouts, day care centers. The possibilities are endless and new doors open everyday.
Can the entire program be taken through a work study or correspondence program?
No. The Advanced Training Practicum is done at home, however its pre-requisite, Foundation Training, does require physical attendance. The Advanced Training Intensive Workshop (ATI) also requires physical attendance.
How do I find a YogaKids teacher in my areas?
Use the Find a Teacher page to locate the closest Certified YogaKids Facilitator to you.
Is YogaKids recognized by Yoga Alliance?
Yes, but not as a 200-hour Registered Yoga School. You can no longer accumulate YogaKids Certification Program hours toward the Yoga Alliance’s 200-hour Independent Study Option as they have removed that registration method effective January 1, 2006. However, if you are a RYT with Yoga Alliance, you can apply any YogaKids Certification Program hours, Taste, Teen, or Tools for Schools training hours, or Foundations hours to your CE requirements. Yoga Alliance has plans to publish a 100-hour Specialization in Yoga for Children. They haven’t released their time line for doing so, however. When they do, all YogaKids hours (same as CE) will apply towards this designation. In the future, YogaKids International will apply for the 200-hour Registered Yoga School designation with Yoga Alliance. We will make updates to this information as soon as we receive it.
Does the price of the program include accommodations?
The costs include tuition only, but we work with hotels near the training sites to try and secure discounts for our students.
How long is the Advanced Training: Intensive Workshop training?
Five information-rich days!!
Can I have access to the curriculum without taking the program?
All materials are copyrighted and are reserved for those participating in the program.
Can I use the YogaKids logo when advertising for my classes before I am Certified?
Yes, with permission, you may use the logo as long as you identify yourself as a teacher-in-training or YogaKids Associate (YKA).
What if you don’t offer a Foundations training in my area?
Please check our training calendar for where and when they are held. Most of our trainees travel to a location at a time that is most convenient for them.
Can I take Advanced Training before I get to a Foundations?
No. A Foundations training must be fully completed before qualifying for Advanced Training.
Where would I stay when coming to a Foundations?
Please contact the sponsor listed on the website. They have chosen various places for you to choose from.
Can I make a business out of this?
Yes. YogaKids International continues to build the support of our worldwide brand and provides different levels of opportunity in right livelihood. Those who have completed the Foundations program can choose to share their education in an informal way volunteering in the community or by adding new skills to their existing teaching. Graduates of the Advanced Training Practicum (ATP) program who maintain licensure can teach YogaKids classes and sell YogaKids products. Graduates of the Advanced Training Inttensive (ATI) workshop can teach YogaKids classes, lead seminars, workshops, YogaKids Tools for Schools trainings and services and sell products using the YogaKids name. ATI Graduates can also become YogaKids mentors.
What does certified and licensed mean and what are the yearly dues?
What is the licensing fee?
The licensing fee is $180 per year (subject to change). The YogaKids license entitles the facilitator:
Legal permission to use the YogaKids copyrighted materials, name and logo
To identify as either a Certified YogaKids Facilitator (CYKF) or Certified YogaKids Trainer (CYKT)
Full advantage of all the benefits and privileges of being part of the YKI network and family discounts on YogaKids products, merchandise, and vacations
Ability to use and participate with all marketing and advertising materials to promote your business
A yogakids.com e-mail address
Listing on the website and a link to your individual site
Access to the CYKF or CYKT Only site for updates, newsletters, chat room, lesson plans, and sharing of resources, music, Reading Comes Alive with Yoga!
CYKTs can conduct YogaKids seminars of "A Taste of YogaKids" and "Teaching Yoga to Teens: YogaKids Grow Up" in your area schools and other locations in your community.
CYKTs can sponsor a Foundation Training, mentor YogaKids trainees, become a YK Regional Mentor Coordinator and have the opportunity to become a Foundations Trainer.
What are the requirements for applying for YogaKids Certification?
Satisfactory completion of the YogaKids Facilitator Training Program and payment of the annual license fee;
Completion of continuing education requirements and maintenance of appropriate liability insurance; and
Commitment to the highest standards of professional and personal conduct in YogaKids and related activities.
What is the difference between being a Graduate of YK and being Certified as a YogaKids Facilitator?
As a graduate of the YogaKids Training Program, you are entitled to identify yourself as such. For very few, that is sufficient. 99% of our graduates choose to utilize the full value from their investment of time, money and energy by staying connected with the premier yoga for children education program. Only certification and licensing open the door to the full range of benefits YKI offers.
Do I need liability insurance?
All YogaKids trainees and CYKT’s are required to maintain liability insurance. We believe that you, the children, the parents and the public are entitled to the confidence that liability insurance brings.
Do I get my insurance through YogaKids?
YKI can direct you to providers of insurance for yoga teachers.
What books are part of the curriculum?
All I See Is Part of Me by Chara M. Curtis
The Encyclopedia of the Human Body by Richard Walker
Spinning Inward by Maureen Murdock
Light on Yoga by B. K. S. Iyengar
Yoga: The Spirit and Practice of Moving Into Stillness by Erich Schiffman
