The 200-Hour Teacher Training Program at Evergreen Yoga Studios, led by Panos Katsandris, offers an exceptional opportunity for both professional and personal growth. Through a process that combines knowledge, experience, and self-awareness, this program provides you with the tools and wisdom to teach with authenticity and depth, while also using yoga as a means to evolve your own life.

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Why choose the Teacher Training program at Evergreen Yoga Studios?

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This program offers more than just a series of classes—it's an opportunity for profound growth. Through the knowledge and experience of Panos, a teacher with years of practice and teaching, you will have the chance to deepen your understanding of yoga and integrate it into your daily life. At the same time, you will learn how to teach with authenticity, guiding your students with respect and sensitivity.

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Who is Panos?

Panos is not just an experienced teacher, but also an inspiration to all his students. With over 15 years of teaching and ongoing personal practice, he has developed a unique approach that blends tradition with a modern understanding of yoga. Throughout the program, you will learn from Panos' experience and philosophy, receiving guidance and support to help you develop your own teaching path. His approach is grounded and compassionate, inspiring you to teach with integrity and dedication. 

 

 

What will you learn?

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The 200-hour Teacher Training program offers a rich curriculum combining theoretical knowledge, practical application, and personal development. Through a holistic approach, you will gain the tools and wisdom needed to teach with confidence while simultaneously deepening your own yoga practice and life.

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The program covers the following areas:

 

1. The Eight-Limbed Path of Yoga. Understanding and Practical Application.

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At Evergreen Yoga Studios, we follow the Eight-Limbed Path of Yoga to achieve mental equilibrium (samadhi). The program focuses on applying Yamas, Niyamas, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi, guiding students towards a deeper awareness and preparing them to effectively transmit the practice.

 

2. Technique, training and practice (100 hours)

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• Asana, pranayama, kriya, meditation, and other yoga techniques. You will receive detailed instruction in teaching these techniques as well as practice the techniques yourself.

• Principles of alignment

• Adjustments for poses (alignment and modifications)

• Entry and exit from poses

• Contraindications

• Use of props

• Pose variations (basic - advanced)

• Sanskrit names

• Meditation techniques

• Cleansing techniques (kriya)

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3. Teaching Methodology (25 hours)

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Teaching methodology covers a broader approach to teaching, beyond simply transmitting practices and techniques:

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  * The art of lesson planning and sequencing
  * Preparation poses (krama)
  * Gentle activation of body parts (warm-ups)
  * Time management, boundaries, and priorities
  * How to address individual student needs
  * Observation, correction, and teaching through demonstration
  * Demonstration teaching vs verbal guidance
  * Different approaches to teaching
  * Qualities of a teacher
  * Voice and language usage
  * Managing special cases
  * The process of learning in yoga
 

The art of lesson planning and teaching methodology will be explored in a 9-day immersion at Evergreen Project in Phthiotis, either in June or July.

 

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4. Anatomy and physiology (20 hours)

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  * Anatomy of the human and energetic body in relation to yoga poses
  * Application of anatomy and physiology in yoga practice

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Anatomy will be covered in two workshops: one on experiential anatomy and another on applying Western medical anatomy to yoga practice.

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5. Yoga Philosophy and Ethics for Teachers (30 hours)
 
  * Applying yoga philosophy to daily life and practice
  * Study of traditional texts (Yamas, Niyamas, Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras)
  * Yoga as a way of life and teacher-student relationship
  * Challenges and responsibilities of a teacher
  * Yoga as a livelihood and role model for students
Yoga philosophy is mainly covered during the Immersion, studio classes, and personal study, with assignments on texts and submission after the summer break.

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6. Sadhana 

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Establishing a consistent, daily practice is one of the key objectives of our training program. You will explore your motivations for deepening your practice and discover what the practice offers you personally. With this understanding, you will learn to approach your practice in your unique way. Yoga is a lived experience, and a teacher can show the way up to the point they have walked themselves. Therefore, practice is a prerequisite for entry into and completion of the training program.

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• Two months of practice: one month attending 4 classes/week and one month with 4 classes/week + 2 home practices.

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7. Thai Massage (8 hours)

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Thai massage helps practitioners discover the purity of emotions necessary for a yoga teacher. Through Thai massage, you learn about the wisdom of the human body, the power of touch, and the immediacy of non-verbal communication.

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Thai massage is taught in a weekend workshop at the studio in February.

 

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8. Practical Experience 

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  * Observation of 10 classes (15 hours)

  * Adjustments in 15 classes with experienced teachers (15 hours)  

  * Practice teaching 3 classes

  * Feedback of teaching through the opinion and observation of students

 

The trainee will have the opportunity to teach 3 classes to fellow trainees at the studio. This allows for hands-on experience, applying new knowledge, and improving through feedback.

 

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9. Requirements for Completion  

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• Participate in 6 weekend workshops at the Exarchia studio

• Sadhana: 2 months of practice with 4 classes per week at Evergreen Yoga Studios, plus 2 personal practices per week

• 1 month of 6 meditations per week

•  Reading Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras, Yamas & Niyamas with corresponding assignments 

•  Observe 10 classes at the studio 

•  Assist with adjustments in 15 studio classes  

•  Teach 3 classes to fellow trainees at the studio

•  Participate in the 9-day immersion in June/July

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10. Bibliography

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Required:

 Asanas: 608 yoga poses, Dharma Mittra

 The Yamas and Niyamas, Deborah Adele

 The Bhagavad Gita, Eknath Easwaran

 The Key Muscles Of Yoga Volume I & II, Ray Long

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Sri Swami Satchidananda

 

Optional:

Light on Yoga, B.K.S Iyengar

The Heart of Yoga, T.K.V. Desicashar

The Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Swami Swatmarama

Anatomy of the spirit, Caroline Myss

Eastern body, Western mind, Anodea Judith

 

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Enrollment Requirements:

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• Attend at least 3 classes per week at Evergreen Yoga Studios from September to December/January

• Previous yoga experience is required

• Interview with the program director for personalized guidance and support

 

Once the prerequisites are met, the trainee will receive one-on-one mentorship alongside group classes, as each teacher’s path is unique. We believe that personal guidance is essential for the new teacher to flourish.

 

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Program Duration & Cost

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Cost: 1480€

Price does not include VAT

Methods of payment: Deposit of €430 + 7 monthly installments of €150

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The price includes:  

  * 200-hour certification with Yoga Alliance (RYT-200) 

  * Access to the training program  

  * Participation and accommodation in the Immersion  

  * Two manuals

  * 2 months of unlimited classes at Evergreen Yoga Studios (Sadhana)

  * Observation, assistance, and teaching of classes

  * Ongoing guidance during and after the program. Graduates will always have support from EYS for discussions and guidance in their teaching and practice.

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For more information:

 

Please carefully read all the details and contact us at evergreenyogagreece@gmail.com or at +30 6947558519 to schedule a meeting with the program director.

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