About the Master Teacher - Naader Shagagi discusses the moment in his early childhood that first lead him to seek the answers to life's most fundamental questions; to seek enlightenment.

Naader Shagagi is one of the most charismatic and highly respected hatha yoga teachers in the world. Blending an uplifting Tantric yoga philosophy ("Tantra is the source of Yoga". Tantra is actually is about prospering at the level of your body and senses, while simultaneously prospering at the spiritual level) with an entertaining sense of humor and a profound knowledge of biomechanics, Naader's teaching style guides each student to live every moment fully from the heart.

Students often comment in amazement that they can perform their yoga poses under Naader's guidance with a level of creative freedom and inner power that they have never experienced before. Above all, Naader respects and honors his students with a great deal of loving-kindness and inspires them to see their own unique beauty and divine goodness.

In 2005 Naader founded Yoga of Mystics^® to promote his innovative vision. Today, Yoga of Mystics is fastest growing schools of hatha yoga in North America with an expanding presence all over the Global communities. He leads Teacher Training and Advanced Teacher Training Programs, intensives, retreats and workshops throughout the country for students of all levels. Naader calls his approach Pure Yoga. It's mission in Naader's words "is to inspire and empower individuals to achieve their full (physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual) potential so they may enjoy a richer, more rewarding life. It provides knowledge, wisdom and tools that enhance all aspects of modern life through the timeless spirit and teachings of Yoga".

Known for his unique ability to share his vast knowledge and experience in consistently practical and inspirational terms, Naader is truly an exceptional and unique guide into the heart and science of Yoga.

Have you ever thought, even for a second, that you would like to become a Teacher? It would be my honor to spend time with you, sharing these ancient teachings of Mystical Yoga that changed my life 22 years ago. Everyday I am amazed and delighted to still be teaching and learning, sharing these teachings worldwide through this most miraculous science and art of living. It is ancient, and yet so perfect for all of humanity today, especially today. Whatever walk of life you walk.

YOGA of Mystics^® will weave itself into the tapestry of your body, mind and spirit and help you to become more healthy, happy and whole.

This training is open to anyone who has the longing to grow. It is a valuable experience if you are already teaching another school of yoga, if you are a student of any kind of yoga, a beginner or experienced.  In other words, if you choose to teach or only to immerse yourself more fully into your depth, you are most welcome and eligible.

One can't control the outside world but one can control your inner one. One can't control the events of your life but One can control what they mean to you. Develop a vision, a compelling future that excites and inspires you, and focus on it daily. Is it possible to experience abiding happiness and contentment when the world is filled with turmoil? Is happiness really a matter of choice? While the sages of all traditions answer with a resounding "yes," many of us today find happiness to be an elusive phantom. But this need not be the case. Simply learning and employing a few practical skills can empower you to find happiness-- no matter what your circumstance may be. If you are now on a personal spiritual journey or desire to begin one, enrich your life this year, and all year long by learning to actualize your own happiness. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to study with an outstanding faculty as they present the practical, perennial wisdom that will provide you the skills to unleash the healing wisdom of your heart and transform the pain of worry, stress and anxiety into boundless reservoirs of creativity, love and joyful living.

Yoga Kingdom Yoga Teacher Certification is an on-going, open entry program that will teach you and certify you with Naader Shagagi's creation of CURATIVE YOGA™ the therapeutic way of harmonizing your first 3 bodies. This is an ideal course for students who want to deepen their own practice or develop skills to teach others classical Hatha Yoga of Mystics^®. Students should consult with Naader to discuss their particular situation, experience and teaching goals.

Training Outline

• Philosophy and History of Yoga
• Ethics
• Yama and Niyama
• Asana Postures subdivided into:
  • Stretching positions
  • Equilibrium positions
  • Extending positions
  • Bending positions
  • Lateral bending positions
  • Rotating positions
  • Head down positions
  • Positions using arms for support
  • Dynamic Sadhana
  • Static Sadhana
  • Postures activating the chakras

• Detailed study of yoga postures
  • Definition and the science of teaching yoga asana
  • Teaching objectives and examples of practical teaching sequences
  • Motivation of a defined practice
  • Variants
  • Benefits and contra-indications of asana and combined asana
  • Asana and the flow of energy
  • Symbology of principal and secondary asana
  • Therapeutic asana (yoga therapy)

• Breathing / Pranayama
  • Professional training and re-education to encourage proper breathing (rhythm, volume, respiratory phases, etc.)
  • Symbology of the respiratory system, energy channels and energy centre’s
  • Energy control through breathing
  • Pranayama according to traditional yogic scriptures
  • Bandha
  • Principal and secondary mudras
  • Breaths

• Interiorisation techniques
  • Modes adopted to induce withdrawal of the senses
  • Symbols, colors, vehicles associated with the chakras
  • The practice of Pratyahara

• Concentration or Dharana
  • Tools for inducing concentration
  • Postures and respiration for achieving concentration
  • Yantra and Mandala
  • Techniques and support materials for achieving concentration

• Meditation (Dhyana)
  • The definition of Oriental and Western mediation
  • Mantra Yoga
  • The use of mantra
  • Spontaneous meditation
  • Vipassana Meditation

• Relaxation
  • Nidra Yoga (deep relaxation techniques, determination and meditation)
  • Dynamic relaxation
  • Static relaxation
  • Different relaxation techniques

• Teacher Methodology
  • Group courses
  • Individual courses
  • The structure of a single lesson

• Theoretical Lessons:
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Our outer shell
  • Cells
  • The function of the respiratory system
  • Circulatory system

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