Online Corporate Yoga Teacher Certification Specialty Program
Online Corporate Yoga Teacher Certification Specialty Program
Program Description
Sherry combines her 25-year corporate High Tech career and her passion for Chair and Gentle Yoga with a creative 5-Week Lunch and Learn “Yoga for the Tech Worker” Series. This Series is designed to educate, empower and bring relief to deskworkers from the common issues and ailments they experience when working at their desks for long periods of time. This Corporate Yoga Program was created purposefully to be replicated by Yoga Teachers to take into their business community in a turnkey, targeted and powerful “Lunch and Learn” format. If you want to really know what you are talking about… then learn the Anatomy of the Deskworker and what Yogic remedies can help. No Vinyasa Flows here, just deep knowledge.
Don’t think you will every teach Yoga in a business or corporate setting?
No matter where you teach Yoga or what kind of Yoga you teach… you will undoubtedly have students who are deskworkers in your classes! Understanding the aches and pains caused by static positioning and repetitive motions are key to helping them feel better. Learn why particular Yoga asanas and therapeutic modifications will bring relief to your deskworker students and how to weave them into your classes!
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This Certification program provides you with the most comprehensive Corporate Yoga Training Program for Deskworkers, Road Warriors and and Technology Users.
- Regular Certification Price: $395
- Pay in Full Price: $335
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Learning Objectives
This Corporate Yoga Teacher Training and Certification Course is designed to educate and empower you to deliver a powerful and practical “Yoga for Tech Workers” Presentation Series and Deskworker Yoga Classes. You will learn:
- The fundamentals of the Anatomy of the Deskworker with specific focus on common postures that create pain and why
- How the body compromises and adapts to these unnatural conditions
- How specific Yoga poses and sequences counteract and help mitigate the consequences of life behind a desk
- What you need to know about working with Businesses to find Corporate Yoga Opportunities
- Validate you have demonstrated the Skill and Knowledge to teach a safe and effective class via online quizzes and tests and in your final Teachback Class
Training Materials
All Course materials included upon enrollment! Detailed and Illustrated Downloadable Training Manual includes:
5-Part “Lunch and Learn” Yoga for Tech Worker Series – Deep Dive Live Video Powerpoint Presentations covering the following topics:
- Anatomy of the Deskworker – Postures that Lead to Pain
- Upper Body – Neck, Shoulders, Arms and Hands
- Mid Body – Spine and Low Back Issues
- Lower Body – Hips, Legs and Feet including Sciatica
- The Mind – Meditation, Insomnia and Stress Reduction
- BONUS – Bringing Doshas into the Workplace
(All of the above Video Powerpoint Presentations were filmed LIVE during the 5-week Lunch and Learn Series Sherry offered at a High Tech company. Each week’s presentation comes with original editable Powerpoint slides and text translations for each slide for easy learning and customizing with your brand!)
Associated 30-minute Live Deskworker Yoga classes for every Deep Dive Topic
- Each Corporate Yoga Class reinforces the anatomy and movement concepts covered in the Powerpoint presentation
- Classes contain creative uses of Yoga props such as belts, blocks and balls
- Includes both seated and standing poses using a Chair as well as Gentle Yoga standing and mat poses
Additional Video Learning Modules
- Included: 3.5 Hour Gentle Yoga for Tech Worker Video Workshop
Video workshop for Yoga Teachers who want to weave Gentle and Chair Yoga poses into their regular Yoga classes specifically for deskbound, sedentary workers. Includes both mat and Chair Yoga poses and sequences. - Video Library of additional Live Deskworker Yoga classes and Video Learning Vignettes
Sherry continues to teach and film Corporate Yoga classes which are continually added to this Library of classes.
Corporate Yoga Business and Marketing Strategies
- Sample Marketing Flyers and Marketing Ideas
- Who to Contact and How to Engage to Find a Corporate Yoga opportunity
15 Hours Online Self-Paced Training
Pre-Requisite: Available to Yoga teachers, healthcare professionals, senior fitness instructors and/or anyone interested in offering safe and effective movements and exercises for Corporate workers.
- 15 hours of Online Corporate Yoga Training.
- Includes in depth Anatomy modules by body area with specific movement guidelines and Yoga modifications focused on deskworker issues.
- Final exam on the material covered in the Program.
- Videos of full-length live Deskworker Gentle and Chair classes as well as short video vignettes that reinforce learning concepts.
Final Assignments for Graduation:
- 30-minute final teachback to ensure you have embraced the key concepts of the course and can provide a safe and effective Corporate Yoga class.
- 15-minute Powerpoint presentation (with your template and branding) covering one of the topics in the Anatomy of the Deskworker Module.
Self-paced, self-study. No course deadline.
Ongoing access to the Course material after graduation.
Why Deskworkers might have Tight Hamstrings with Sherry Zak Morris, C-IAYT
I had the privilege of presenting a 5-week Yoga Educational Series to a group of Tech Deskworkers at a local business park. I have to admit that most of the students were men who are feeling those aches and pains after working long hours at a desk. One of the most common complaint was tight hamstrings and low back pain. Here is a segment from one of the lectures where I dive into the anatomy of various postures that we sit in. “Sit up nice and tall” really does work! Now you will know why!
She’s Certified! Why a 500 Hr Trained Yoga Teacher needed Corporate Yoga Training
Smita lives in Santiago, Chile and graduated from the Yoga Vista Academy Online Corporate Yoga Teacher Training Program. She shares why 500 hours of Yoga Teacher Training left her with a void that was surprisingly filled by this Academy’s Online Program.
Testimonials
From Attendees of Live Deskworker Classes:
WHAT IS THE VALUE TO YOU OF HAVING YOGA AT WORK?
“OMG–so much value. Increase blood flow, mobility and reduce stiffness after sitting for 2-3 hours at a stretch. The convenience of having a Yoga Teacher come to the office is amazing. I would pay for her to come 3 days a week!”
“It provides an opportunity to move around after sitting on the desk. The way that I feel and think after yoga provides an avenue to change my mind set to better service our company. Having Yoga during work hours creates a feeling the company cares about my health as desk workers.”
“Convenience. I don’t have a lot of free time after work with kids and this allows me to fit it into my schedule and participate. It’s a great way to take a break and re-focus in the middle fo the day.”
“Priceless & I really appreciate it. I might not have gone if it were somewhere else.”
“Yes! Lets do this twice a week!”
“It is a tremendous mitigation for work related physiological issues.”
“Extremely valuable. It offers an opportunity to rejuvenate during the day and helps introduce new healthy habits.”
Pam Hofer, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Wow! What a fantastic program! The information was comprehensive, easy to follow, and very relevant. Just what I was looking for! I’m so excited and feel very blessed to have the opportunity to share this knowledge with others, as so many people will find it very useful in their day-to-day lives. Your support and encouragement throughout was wonderful. Thank you for giving me another way to share the magic of Yoga! With Much Gratitude,
Smita Vyas, Santiago, CHILE
One thing that I was not expecting from this Program was the effect that it was going to have on me — I benefited a great deal from doing the movements and felt the effects firsthand that my students will experience in my classes. Don’t go thinking that this won’t benefit regular practitioners — you’d be pleasantly surprised to find out just how wonderfully these movements complement an established asana practice. While my faith in online programs has been restored, it wouldn’t have been possible if there weren’t a team of people who not only are truly dedicated to helping others, but make sure that you as the student are learning and make sure to help you if you have any trouble. THANK YOU Sherry and the entire Yoga Vista team for sharing your valuable wisdom and for putting together such a comprehensive program. Definitely going to pursue the Chair Yoga Program next 🙂
Smita Vyas, Santiago, CHILE
My experience with the Corporate Yoga program was incredible! I’ll admit that there was some apprehension when I was deciding to do it as it is 100% online — needless to say, this was my first time getting my feet wet with the world of online Yoga courses. After completing the program, let me tell you just how extremely pleased I am today with having made the right decision 🙂 Sherry and the Yoga Vista team will leave you feeling more confident, knowledgeable and prepared to teach in the corporate setting. Upon completing my initial program to become a certified Yoga teacher, I felt that I could have learned a LOT more about anatomy and didn’t quite know the best approach to working with students who have a limited range of motion/flexibility. Glad to report that I now look forward to having a diverse population of students to work with and KNOW that I can be there to properly help them in their Yoga journey.
Live Attendees: Deskworkers
WHAT I LEARNED THAT I DIDN’T KNOW?
“The different ways you sit and how that plays into your spinal posture and long term effects. It was a great Yoga Refresher on a calmer, more protective way of doing Yoga that is nurturing. And I learned about Breathing the pace, the connection and value that breathing plays into a good stretch.”
” That your muscles hold all your bones in place. I learned different ways to meditate and the best lying position for your spine.”
“How things work in my Anatomy. I want to remember to practice this and I know I need to relax. I need to practice – more!”
“I learned about the specific small muscles that impact the rest of the body, and about breathing/meditation.”
“I learned a whole lot about muscles. I realized how enjoyable Yoga and that it is a real benefit. I learned about the Breathing right left nostril thing.”
“How to open up and breathe!”
“I didn’t know anything about Anatomy! I learned the Breathing Effects of breathing through left nostril vs. right nostril. ”
Live Attendees: Deskworkers
WHAT WILL I DO DIFFERENTLY NOW THAT I KNOW?
“I use the techniques to stretch and move my body throughout the day hopefully preventing muscle/tendons/ etc issues.”
“I am aware of my posture when at my PC and correct it more often than before.”
“Improving my posture. Stretching regularly.”
“Sit Up More!”
“Constantly be more aware of my posture and work on breathing exercises.”
“I try and remember to stretch!”
Alejandro Ramirez, Encinitas, California, USA
A very comprehensive and educational program. Sherry beautifully put together, and covered the most common problems desk workers face (from physical pains to mental stressors) and shared great insight on how we can positively impact these issues to promote wellbeing through a miriad of therapeutic-yoga approaches. If you are serious about teaching yoga and reaching out to the corporate desk worker world you should definitely check this program out!
Connie S., Fuquay, North Carolina, USA
It is very interesting stuff and it all makes so much sense!! I think back through my career and maybe if I knew all this I wouldn’t have all the back issues that I have, who knows!! You did a great job on this! I can see the potential to bring this Series into Start-ups, HR Departments and Facility Departments who focus on ergonomics.
John Conroy, Ireland
I am studying the Corporate Deskworker I must compliment you on such a fantastic course I am really enjoying it. It’s so interesting with lots of additional information I am now passing on to my students .
Live Attendees: Deskworkers
WHAT DID YOU THINK ABOUT THE LECTURE/YOGA PRESENTATION SERIES?
“I liked that we were able to get a brief intro in the beginning of class to learn about what and why we were practicing in class and how it affects us everyday. ”
“There was so much to learn. It was much better than being fire hosed with everything all at once. Breaking it up into several sessions was a great idea.”
“Can’t wait to get Sherry’s videos and do these on a nightly basis at home.”
“The lecture helps me visualize what muscles I am working.”
“I liked all the explanation throughout the entire Series. So much new information I did not know about.”
“What she was teaching in lecture is what we focused on in the class. It tied it all together. ”
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