PRALAYA YOGA TEACHER TRAINING in houston
don't miss THE opportunity to train in the pralaya yoga style WITH master ROBERT BOUSTANYIn order to delve deeply into the practice of Pralaya Yoga, the Pralaya Yoga Teacher Training takes the form of an 12 or 18 month apprenticeship with Robert Boustany. Both 200 Hour and 300 Hour Teacher Trainings (TT) take place both online and at our Pralaya Yoga studio in Houston's Montrose neighborhood.
During the teacher training you will meet regularly with Robert for intensive asana classes, lectures and, for some, workshops that focus on all aspects of the practice of yoga, including alignment, anatomy, pranayama, philosophy, history, the art of teaching, and the energetics found within the postures. Guest lecturers, with subject matter expertise, may also teach aspects of the programs such as anatomy, prenatal yoga and Ayurveda. With Robert Boustany, the program's lead instructor, you will receive more contact hours than the required hours as defined by Yoga Alliance (YA). |
Robert instructing teacher trainees at our Houston-based yoga studio
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Students can expect to meet and far surpass the requirements set forth by Yoga Alliance, as at Pralaya Yoga we expect the best from our graduates. Pralaya Yoga chooses a standard of excellence when training upcoming teachers - the training may not be easy or quick, but graduates who apply themselves to the process will come out with a deep understanding of the science, history, and practice of Yoga.
For those who have already completed a 200 hour training, a 300 hour program towards a 500 hour certification is available and can be started at any time. Graduates of any program are invited to continue to study with Robert and the team at Pralaya to further their understanding of the art of yoga. Teachers and students can choose any of our modules à la carte for YA Continuing Education credit.
These programs are not solely for those who wish to become teachers, but for anyone who wishes to walk the path of Yoga. Our teacher training programs are also wonderful enrichment programs for those wishing to go deeper into the understanding and practices of yoga. All are welcome.
For those who have already completed a 200 hour training, a 300 hour program towards a 500 hour certification is available and can be started at any time. Graduates of any program are invited to continue to study with Robert and the team at Pralaya to further their understanding of the art of yoga. Teachers and students can choose any of our modules à la carte for YA Continuing Education credit.
These programs are not solely for those who wish to become teachers, but for anyone who wishes to walk the path of Yoga. Our teacher training programs are also wonderful enrichment programs for those wishing to go deeper into the understanding and practices of yoga. All are welcome.
TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM OPTIONS
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200-HOUR PROGRAM
Our Yoga Alliance Certified 200-Hour Teacher Training Program is for those new to teaching yoga and for existing yoga teachers wanting to learn Pralaya Yoga from Robert at the 200-Hour level. This foundational course is a first step towards deepening your yoga practice and knowledge in the Pralaya Yoga system, with the option to become a certified yoga teacher. This course typically takes 12 months to complete. |
300-HOUR PROGRAM
“Knowledge is one of the keys to advanced teaching skills; we give you access to the rest too. Can you step into this?!” Our 300-Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training Program is for yoga teachers who already hold any Yoga Alliance Certified 200 hour certification and would like to earn a 500 hour certification. This course typically takes 18 months to complete. |
GET STARTED WITH PRALAYA YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN HOUSTON
To get started with either the 200 or 300-Hour Pralaya Yoga Teacher Training Programs, new teacher trainees are required to tell us about yourself by completing the teacher training questionnaire. As part of the questionnaire, those applying for the 300-Hour Program must provide a copy of their 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification from a Yoga Alliance Registered School. We will use your questionnaire to get to know you better and help you achieve your goals.
Students are officially enrolled once they pay in full. This can be done at one of our Information Sessions, by coming in to the studio or by signing up online. See below for more on costs and timelines and how to sign up.
Students are officially enrolled once they pay in full. This can be done at one of our Information Sessions, by coming in to the studio or by signing up online. See below for more on costs and timelines and how to sign up.
PROGRAM COSTS & DETAILS
Students are welcome to start our teacher training programs at any time during the year. Our 200-hour course can be completed in 8 months if starting in January, or a little longer if started at another time in the year. Students are given 12 months to complete their 200-hour training. The 300-hour course can be completed in 12 months if students start in January, but they have 18 months to complete their training.
200-Hour CERTIFICATION WITH RYT-200 OPTION
The 200-hour program includes 40 asana class passes* and 36 lecture passes. The asana class passes are to be used only for Robert's classes and are intended for his 2-hour advanced, intensive classes only. However, for the first time we are offering a few extra asana class passes over the required hours of asana with Robert (if taking solely 2-hour classes). Thus you have some grace to take a few 1.5 hour All-Levels classes. If you choose to take more of these classes then you will be required to pay for the extra classes using your 15% asana class discount.
All Training program students receive 15% off asana classes and workshops during their training and for 6-months afterwards. Feel free to inquire if you have questions or need help using your discount.
All components of our 200-Hour program are valid for 12 months and can be used anytime within those 12 months. Extension options are available for those who take longer to complete their training.
*If students choose to take 1.5 hour classes with Robert instead, they are responsible to purchase any additional asana class passes required to meet the 200-hour TT requirement of 72 hours of asana classes with Robert.
All Training program students receive 15% off asana classes and workshops during their training and for 6-months afterwards. Feel free to inquire if you have questions or need help using your discount.
All components of our 200-Hour program are valid for 12 months and can be used anytime within those 12 months. Extension options are available for those who take longer to complete their training.
*If students choose to take 1.5 hour classes with Robert instead, they are responsible to purchase any additional asana class passes required to meet the 200-hour TT requirement of 72 hours of asana classes with Robert.
200-Hour Training INVESTMENT OPTIONS
- Single Payment: $2500 paid in full in a single payment due at start of program
- 2 Payments: $2750** paid in two payments of $1375. $1375 is due the start of the program and $1375 due in 6 months.
- 3 Payments: $3000** paid in three payments of $1000. $1000 is due the start of the program, $1000 is due 18 weeks later, and the final $1000 is due 36 weeks after starting the program
To become a Yoga Alliance certified teacher you will need to, or if you otherwise want to teach we highly suggest that, you purchase our $150 Practicum Add-on. This add-on entitles you to attend 10 Practicum classes where you will explore teaching concepts, observe and teach fellow teachers as well as teach members of our community. Yoga Alliance requires that you teach at least 5 hours in a supervised setting and spend 5 hours observing and evaluating your peers to earn your RYT-200. We use this money to pay experienced teachers who will be there to give you constructive feedback, and love you on your journey!
** Signing up for teacher training is a contract for this amount.
** Signing up for teacher training is a contract for this amount.
300-Hour CERTIFICATION WITH RYT-300 OPTION
The 300-hour program includes 48 asana class passes* and 48 lecture passes, and, for the first time ever, passed to 12 special Advanced Training workshops. The asana class passes are to be used only for Robert's classes and are intended for his 2-hour advanced, intensive classes only.
All Training program students receive 15% off asana classes and workshops during their training and for 6-months afterwards. Feel free to inquire if you have questions or need help using your discount.
Our 300-hour program is valid for 18 months, and the asana classes and lectures can be taken anytime in that year and a half. Extension options are available if more time is required.
*If students choose to take 1.5 hour classes with Robert instead, they are responsible to purchase any additional asana class passes required to meet the 300-hour TT requirement of 96 hours of asana classes with Robert. These can be purchased at a 15% discount off the normal cost.
All Training program students receive 15% off asana classes and workshops during their training and for 6-months afterwards. Feel free to inquire if you have questions or need help using your discount.
Our 300-hour program is valid for 18 months, and the asana classes and lectures can be taken anytime in that year and a half. Extension options are available if more time is required.
*If students choose to take 1.5 hour classes with Robert instead, they are responsible to purchase any additional asana class passes required to meet the 300-hour TT requirement of 96 hours of asana classes with Robert. These can be purchased at a 15% discount off the normal cost.
Investment for 300-Hour Training
- Single Payment: $3500 paid in full in a single payment due at the start of the program. This special option is only available to past students of Robert. Contact the studio to sign up.
- Single Payment: $4000 paid in full in a single payment due at the start of the program
- 2 Payments: $4400** paid in two payments of $2200. $2200 is due the start of the program and $2200 due in 6 months
- 3 Payments: $4800** paid in three payments of $1600. $1600 is due the start of the program, $1600 is due 18 weeks later, and the final $1600 is due 36 weeks after starting the program
To become a Yoga Alliance certified teacher you will need to, or if you otherwise want to teach we highly suggest that, you purchase our $150 Practicum Add-on. This add-on entitles you to 10 Practicum workshops where you will explore teaching concepts, observe and teach fellow teachers, as well as teach members of our community. Yoga Alliance requires that you teach at least 5 hours in a supervised setting and spend 10 hours observing and evaluating your peers. We use this money to pay experienced teachers who will be there to give you constructive feedback, and love you on your journey!
** Signing up for teacher training is a contract for this amount.
** Signing up for teacher training is a contract for this amount.
RYT / TEACHING OPTIONS AND PROGRAM EXTENSIONS
The Practicum Class Add-On for TT students costs $150. This option can be added at any time, even after finishing the main program. It is a requirement to get Yoga Alliance certification. The cost covers the additional costs to have Lead Trainers attend practicum classes and provide evaluations, as well as the fee for students attending to observe evaluations of other students, over 10 practicum classes. This is not required for those taking the course solely for personal enrichment.
For RYT certification, a student must spend at least 5 hours, of the 10 hours of practicum classes attended, either teaching or getting feedback on their teaching. Those pursuing their RYT-300 must gain 15 hours of practicum training in total. The additional 5 hours can be obtained through additional Pralaya Yoga Practicum classes (purchased separately at $15 per class) or in any form of teaching, assisting at a teacher, observing others teaching, or giving feedback to others who have taught.
In the case that you're unable to complete your training in the given timeframe. We offer the following extension options to reinstate/renew your expired TT package:
For RYT certification, a student must spend at least 5 hours, of the 10 hours of practicum classes attended, either teaching or getting feedback on their teaching. Those pursuing their RYT-300 must gain 15 hours of practicum training in total. The additional 5 hours can be obtained through additional Pralaya Yoga Practicum classes (purchased separately at $15 per class) or in any form of teaching, assisting at a teacher, observing others teaching, or giving feedback to others who have taught.
In the case that you're unable to complete your training in the given timeframe. We offer the following extension options to reinstate/renew your expired TT package:
- $50 for 3-month extension
- $75 for a 6-month extension
- $100 for a 12-month extension
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & RESOURCES
- Tuesday Evening Teacher Training Lectures are currently being held VIRTUALLY via Zoom.
- Welcome Letter from Robert
- Teacher Training Reading List
This self-study of this list of both required and optional books enhances the knowledge learned through direct study in the Pralaya Yoga Teacher Training programs. - Pralaya Teacher Training Facebook Group
This group can be used to easily communicate with Pralaya Yoga teachers in training as well as current Pralaya Yoga teachers and Teacher Training Leaders. - Hansavedas Self-Enquiry Life Fellowship
All students must purchase a subscription to the Hansavedas.org multimedia platform at a cost of $144. Robert is a contributor to this platform that is working to preserve the ancient knowledge of yoga as carried by Himalayan Masters including his dear teacher His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda. This platform of online study is used in the history of yoga and meditation components of teacher training.
PRALAYA TEACHER TRAININGS WORLDWIDE
In addition to the Houston trainings, Robert Boustany leads Yoga Teacher Training courses at the RYT-200 and RYT-500 levels in Europe. Currently there are trainings held in the Netherlands (Holland) and France. More information on these trainings can be found on the Pralaya Affiliate studio websites or by contacting the studios directly.