TRAINING PROGRAMS

The course teaches students the methodology, discipline and practices of an Afro Flow Yoga® class.  

Done in 4 modules (approx. 60 contact hours), it is a hybrid course that combines online meetings and a series of in-person intensives.

Beginning with Module 1, students will learn the foundations of Afro Flow Yoga®.  In Modules 2 & 3, students will learn and practice the sequencing of an Afro Flow Yoga® class.

The final module, Module 4, will teach students the formula to create and instruct an Afro Flow Yoga® class and conduct ethical business practices. Upon successful completion of the 4 modules, students who meet the prerequisites* may apply to become an Afro Flow Yoga® certified teacher.

In order to become an Afro Flow Yoga certified teacher it is required to complete a 200hr yoga teacher training certification from an approved institute. Practitioners must also have 2 years of dance training, in dances of the African Diaspora and/or Afro Flow Yoga classes. Upon approval, these requirements can be met before, during or within 2 years of completing the final Afro Flow Yoga module.

Afro Flow Yoga® Foundations

(8) Bi-Weekly 2-hour Webinars

Prerequisites: None, open to everyone!

Level: Introductory Level *For Teachers and Non-Teachers alike

Learn the story, vision and mission of Afro Flow Yoga®

• Learn the History of Ancient Africa & Yoga
• Learn the History and Cultures of the African Diaspora in Dance, Music & Ritual: Inheritances and Legacies
• Reflect on your personal story through Self-Awareness
• Explore the practice of Self-Discipline & Spiritual Development and the Eight Limbs of Yoga
• Connect to the Elements of Nature & Energy Systems
• Discuss Community & Collective Healing

Afro Flow Yoga® Sequencing, Yoga Technique & Centering

3 Day Weekend Intensive includes 15 contact hours

Prerequisites: Module 1

• Enjoy the full experience of 1 Afro Flow Yoga® class
• Learn and unpack the structure of an AFY class with the focus on segments I – III
• Learn the language, ingredients and threads specific to Afro Flow Yoga
• Learn to create a sacred space Integrate the chakras & Afro Flow Yoga Energy flow through pranayama, meditation and energy clearing
• Learn to integrate vinyasa flow sequencing, alignment, and the elements of nature, specific to Afro Flow Yoga
• Enjoy peer-to-peer learning and practice teaching
• Take time for journaling and reflection

Afro Flow Yoga® Sequencing, Dance Technique & Musicality

3 Day Weekend Intensive includes 15 contact hours

Prerequisites: Module 1 & 2

Learn Afro Flow Yoga® Segments 4, 5, 6 & 7

• Enjoy the full experience of 1 Afro Flow Yoga® class
• Afro Flow Yoga® Dance Movements, Sequencing, Flow & Rhythms
• Explore dance through connection to nature, yoga and community
• Embody the stories and dances of the African Diaspora
• Learn to create the sacred circle and a non-judgmental environment
• Enjoy peer-to-peer learning and practice teaching
• Take time for journaling and reflection

Afro Flow Yoga® Practice, Ethics and Business Protocol

Webinar Series 
 
Prerequisites – Completion of Modules 1, 2 & 3 and teacher training prerequisites
 
This workshop is open to teachers-in-training only.

• Class Preparation & Structure Overview
• Dynamics & Flow
• Relationship with live musicians or recorded music
• Practice peer-to-peer teaching
• Assist and/or co-teach an Afro Flow Yoga class in Boston.
• Learn to promote and build a diverse and inclusive class
• Mentorship Program
• Business Principals & Afro Flow Yoga® Licensing
• AFY Teacher’s Code of Ethics
  Spirituality, Philosophy and Practices of an Instructor
• Community Outreach

This course teaches students about the roots of Afro Flow Yoga®. Done in (8) two hour bi-weekly sessions, (16 contact hours), it is a hybrid course that combines online and/or in-person meetings along with the practice of various elements of an Afro Flow Yoga® class. Students will learn the foundational principles of Afro Flow Yoga® and study a selection of topics in the field of dance, yoga, meditation, breath work, music, diet, lifestyle, inclusive community outreach, and African culture, history, and philosophy.