SUP Yoga Teacher Training

Thinking about offering your students something new; then this competency-based SUP Yoga teacher training could be for you? This training will teach you everything that you need to know for running a safe and organised SUP Yoga class, including how to modify and adapt poses for the aquatic environment.

It is geared towards those who want to teach SUP yoga as well as setting up their own SUP yoga business. Students will be competent to teach SUP yoga classes and get insured straight away after completing this course. This SUP Yoga training course is open to Yoga teachers wanting to extend their skills with this specialty yoga course. Held over (28 hours), the training incorporates practical modules, theory, competency-based assessments and takes place both on land and water.

I am accredited by the International SUP Yoga academy www.isyacademy.com and Yoga Alliance Professionals so you can be assured that I operate this course to the safest and highest standards out there.

During the course you will have two SUP Yoga instructors on hand to assist and answer any questions as they arise. You will have the opportunity to practice your training on Tidal and non-tidal bodies of water, as well as experiencing a free flow SUP Yoga session. Mother nature is unpredictable, so no matter how well you planned your class for indoors, it can all go out of the window with a change in tides or when one of your students sights a seal swimming by. As a teacher you will be taught to adapt to this everchanging environment, allowing your students the best experience ever on the water.

This course also comes with the bonus of Business Coaching and Mentoring run by me an accredited Executive Coach and Industrial Psychologist who has established numerous companies over the years both in the public and private sector.

I have over 35 years of training experience ranging from teaching Yoga, Anatomy and Physiology to Paramedical and Nursing students, Water Rescue and as a Water Sports Instructor. My students say that I have a Spiritual Connection with the water.

Our aim is to guide you through the entire process to become a skilled and confident SUP Yoga teacher that can adapt each flow to the environment and modifications for each individual student, creating an amazing experience for all. You will leave this course secure in your ability to teach a beginner to participate in a dynamic SUP yoga flow safely and effectively.

Whether you're looking to expand upon your 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate and start leading classes on the water; simply dive deeper into your personal Yoga practice or just do something fun and exciting, then this course is for you. This is a practical course with plenty of time to practice your new skill on the water. This course is approved as 28hrs Continual Professional Development by the Yoga Alliance Professionals UK.

Entry requirements:

·        Yoga teacher certificate (minimum 200 hours).

·        Have SUP experience and able to paddle confidently and/or have a SUP Instructor qualification.

·        Able to swim (minimum 50 m unaided).

·        Current first aid/CPR certificate.

·        10 Hours of SUP Yoga classes attended.

·        If you feel that you do not quite meet the abovementioned requirements, we can assist to get you up to the required standard.

Why get trained by us?

·        Over 35 years of teaching and training experience on and in the water

·        I am a former Firefighter Paramedic specialising in water rescue.

·        Mindfulness and meditation taught by Yoga Teacher and Clinical Hypnotherapist.

·        International experience: I have taught SUP Yoga teachers Internationally including the UK, Italy, South Africa and Hawaii.

·        Convenient water location on both tidal and non-tidal bodies of water.

·        Two SUP Yoga Teacher Trainers on hand during course.

·        Our core business is SUP Yoga and all water-based activities.

·        We comply with all the International SUP Yoga Academy (ISYA) Safety and training standards.

·        I am a Senior Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance Professionals, British Canoeing SUP Instructor, Master SUP Yoga Teacher Trainer and Centre accredited by the ISYA.

·        Course suitable for Yoga and Pilates Instructors.

·        Training given on both SUP and Boga Fitmats.

·        British Canoeing Delivery Partner.

·        Featured in the Stand-Up Paddle UK & OM Yoga and Life magazines.

Course outline:

·        The role of the SUP Yoga teacher and finding your teacher voice

·        SUP Yoga equipment including Anchoring and Tethering

·        SUP Safety and Rescue Training

·        Water safety, rules, and regulations

·        Risk Management

·        Assessing the water and conditions - open water, pool and free flowing sessions

·        Student management and characteristics

·        Basic introduction to Meteorology including Wind, waves, tides, and currents

·        SUP yoga postures (water specific options)

·        Sequencing on the water

·        Introduction to partner and Acro yoga on the water.

·        The business essentials of SUP Yoga

·        Photo session for your own marketing purposes

Course Dates:

Southampton United Kingdom Commencing:

19th and 20th April 2024

24th and 25th May 2024

28th and 29th June 2024

26th and 27th July 2024

23th and 24th August 2024

27th and 28th September 2024

Cape Town South Africa Commenceing

22nd November 2024

Online Face to Face Training

Courses starting monthly

1-1 or small group Training

Available on request

Cost:

An investment of £500, which includes the use of all equipment and includes certification accredited by the Yoga Alliance Professionals and the International SUP Yoga Academy.

Air B&B hosted by Georgie and Enrico

We are offering comfortable accommodation for our SUP Yoga students that will include a wholesome breakfast, delicious vegetarian meals, tea/coffee/herbal teas, parking, board storage, and wi-fi. Limited space available so be sure to discuss options when booking on to your course.

Easy access to the M3 and M27.  Pick-up from Southampton Airport and Southampton train station also included if required?

£120 per night

Holistic and Sports Massage

Why not book yourself a relaxing and rejuvenating Holistic Massage with Georgina or a Sports Massage with Enrico after a day on the water?

The cost is £55 for an hours pampering where Georgina will put together a bespoke blend of essential oils depending on your need.

Contact me for more information. I am always up for a chat about how SUP Yoga, SUP Therapy and Mindfulness on the Water can benefit you, your students and enhance your existing or new business. Be warned this chat may be on the water.

For more information and bookings call me on 07717504613 or e-mail me at enrico@yogawithenrico.co.uk