The Way of the Happy Woman

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Application

Where did you hear about this course?:

Please describe your educational background (high school, college, etc.)

How did you discover yoga and how has it influenced your life?

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

Approximately how many yoga classes have you taken? How many total yoga class hours?

Please list the different styles of yoga you have practiced, where, and for how long:

Have you ever done a yoga workshop, teacher training, or meditation retreat before? If yes, please list dates, teacher, location, and total hours of study.

Have you ever taught anything before (non-yoga subjects as well)?

Have you ever been taught meditation? Do you meditate now? If yes, please describe your training and how long/how often you practice now.

Have you ever been taught pranayama? Do you practice now? If yes, please describe your training and how long/how often you practice now.

Do you have any physical injuries, psychological, or medical conditions we should know about?

Please describe your personal practice (if any), format, and time spent each week:

Are you taking any medications? If yes, please list them here.

What do you think makes a great yoga teacher?

What are your biggest inspirations? Challenges?

This course will be a lot of fun—but it’s a lot of work too! Are you willing to show up 100% to all required sessions, keep a positive attitude, and support your classmates?

If English is NOT your first language, can you understand and speak in English comfortably? Are you able to write? (this is not mandatory, but just for our reference).

Why do you want to attend this course? Please write about 3-4 paragraphs to tell us more about who you are, why you love yoga, and how you feel this course is a good fit for your goals. (hint: this is important!)

How did you hear about this course? (friend, went to one of Sara’s workshops, online search, Facebook, postcards, etc)

Wait! Before you hit “submit,” please read the rules and expectations below.

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I understand that this 200-hour teacher training course is a full-time program from 18 Jan – 16 Feb 2011. Preparing to teach is an exciting adventure, and I understand that as a participant, I will be expected to give 100% and support my fellow students in any way I can.

I understand that cigarettes, drugs, and alcohol are not permitted during the entire course.

I understand that my course deposit of 20,000 THB is non-refundable. Remaining tuition payments are only refundable up until 60 days prior to the course start date, after which time, all payments are 100% non-refundable.

I understand that this course is designed for serious study and it not designed to treat or cure and mental or physical illness; and in understanding this, I hereby acknowledge that I have clearly stated any/all conditions that may hinder my ability to participate fully in the course.

I have clearly stated any/all personal or medical conditions that may hinder my ability to participate fully in the course, and I understand that failure to fully disclose any/all conditions in advanced may warrant dismissal from the course.

I understand that there will be periods of noble silence each day from 9pm-9am as well as other designated periods throughout the event; and I understand that these are opportunities to deepen my practice and awareness and participation is required.