<![CDATA[Camp Utopia Yoga - onlineoptions]]>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 20:28:19 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Choosing From Our Menu of Online Classes]]>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/choosing-from-our-menu-of-online-classesOnline programs usually include a combination of videos and reading material, with mentored oversight and an assignment to prove you are doing the time. Some will include a facebook group for ongoing discussion and learning challenges. A few will require scheduled conference calls and webinars. Assignments may be written tests or essays, recorded meditations, videos, instagram events, or workshops you will teach. Read the descriptions below for specifics on each program. Click here to tell Helen what you want to learn, and we will build the next course around it.
What's the Let's Get Technical List?

Everyone's needs and level of experience will be different. So assignments should be meaningful AND challenging - for you. If that means writing and posting blogs for every one of your projects, because you want to be a pro blogger - great!
As long as it isn't something that you already do easily. We want you to choose projects that push you just enough. If you are building great sequences or working on guided meditations - great. If you are creating your own yoga series, great. Wherever YOU are, your assignments should move you forward.

BIG PICTURE: we want to encourage confidence and proficiency in online (technical) skills, because you can reach more people, but that might not be right for everyone. So we'll give you a list of options to choose from on each program, and if nothing quite fits, you will work with your mentor to create the right thing.
]]><![CDATA[Block 1: Online Classroom: The Oneness of All Philosophies]]>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 00:28:48 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/block-1-online-classroom-the-oneness-of-all-philosophiesBlock 1 content is related to deeper knowledge of the lifestyle and philosophy of yoga. We have only a few ancient books to draw on, and The Hatha Yoga Pradipika is one of the major sources for the practice most of us are teaching and doing today. Sometimes terrifying, sometimes hilarious, always fascinating, the Pradipika forms the foundation of our lifestyle program, and philosophy is a world wide tour.
Studying The Ancient Books

Over the course of 6 months, you will choose some or all of the poses and practices outlined in the Pradipika as personal growth challenges. You might design an eating plan based on the book's advice, you might master peacock pose, or some of the big hip openers. There are specific mudras, bandhas, breathing techniques, and all kinds of prescriptions for immortality you can choose from, and we'll all be gaining mastery in the earliest fundamentals of our chosen science.

The online classroom will provide the translations for select passages for discussion, and we will all be talking about how we using what we're learning in our lives and classes.

The Oneness of All Philosophies

At least a dozen other books will be discussed on philosophy weekend, and we'll pick a handful of these and dig deeper in the online classroom. That will mean video links, interesting things to read, fabulous quotes from the world's great minds, and all the deep conversations we'll have about it all. If the big picture is "the oneness of all philosophies" - then you can expect to be learning more about the science, philosophy, politics and religions of non-dualist thought from around the world.

Nutrition

With an introduction to Ayurveda in weekend 1 and the Pradipika Diet in weekend 2, this is a great time to take our study of nutrition a lot deeper. We will decide as a group what that looks like.

Yogi's Choice

The first 2 weekends give you a lot of great doorways to open your mind. We will narrow it down and distill it into not just boring study, but off-the-mat actions and experiences of the things you want to know. How we bring our learning forward in the world is as unique as each person, but your training team can lay some very interesting things along your path.
]]><![CDATA[Anatomy Addicts Anonymous]]>Mon, 05 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/anatomy-addicts-anonymous
Most yoga teachers want to know more about anatomy, but mostly because they feel uncomfortable with all that they don't know. At Camp U, our main programs are focused on deep understanding of the fundamentals, so teachers can know a little really well - enough to teach correctly and safely. 
For those teachers who are crazy about anatomy, this  playful add on course will test and challenge your knowledge with word games, crossword puzzles, knowledge challenges, ​and assignments to help you dive deep and remember. It will include downloadable files and a facebook group for group challenges.

Final Assignment: We will know you've participated by your participation.
​Countable Course Hours: 10
Additional Hours Anticipated: totally up to you

* 9 Projects: This might be a wisdom or advanced teaching assignment, but unless you are training teachers or teaching anatomy classes, it's really intended to be a playful study tool. Work with your mentor to decide if there is a  project for you in this course.
]]><![CDATA[The Yoga You Need One on One]]>Mon, 05 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/the-yoga-you-need-one-on-oneWorking effectively with private clients means providing noticeable improvements in their practice or their pain. The Yoga You Need techniques include tools that dramatically improve performance and decrease pain and dysfunction. You'll study all the muscle tests, all the correction techniques, observe the process of analyzing and treating a variety of common issues, and practice on yourself and a test subject.
More details on this program coming soon.
]]><![CDATA[Color Me Powerful: Chakras for One and All]]>Thu, 01 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/color-me-powerful-chakras-for-one-and-allEvery 300 hour trainee is required to go deeper into the chakra system. This is one of the most popular aspects of yoga for teachers looking for more in their mat classes and workshops. Each program is worth 20 hours, and you've got choices among our 4 awesome programs. Click below to see them all.
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1. enLIVEn online. This popular course gets better every year, and is an easy, effective way to give yourself a body-mind-spirit tune up, as well as provide fantastic tools and ideas for using the chakras in your life and classes. This year, the material includes a Facebook group with daily updates, weekly sequences and meditations you can download and practice at home, a complete package of readings and printed materials, inspiring MEMEs you can download and use in your programs and social media, outlines, tips and marketing strategies, and an Instagram challenge. To gain credit for this course, you must post regular weekly updates in the Facebook group, participate noticeably with regular comments or posts, complete a survey at the end of the program, and choose one assignment from the Let's Get Technical list: a blog series, a video, taking part in the instagram challenge or creating your own, a yoga camp/retreat or webinar strategy, or something you choose.

​ Final Assignment: see above
​Countable Contact Hours: 20
Additional Hours Anticipated: 10+

​*9 Projects: Advanced teaching, Wisdom, Income  Healthy Living, and Lifestyle projects all apply to chakras - you might create a meditation, class, workshop, series, blog post, video, instagram challenge, playlist, artwork, etc.
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2. enVISION online. Our newest online chakra study works the downward current of your 7 energetic power centers. On the upward flow, we clear stuck energy, understand ourselves more clearly and lovingly, increase and tone our energy body, and connect with our higher self. In the downward flow, also known as the "manifesting current" we move our dreams from the heavens to earth - we get things done. This year, the material includes a Facebook group with daily updates, inspiring MEMEs, videos, readings, links, downloads, tips and tools to help you figure out what you want, and maximize the energy that gets you there. To gain credit for this course, you must post regular weekly updates in the Facebook group, participate noticeably with regular comments or posts, complete a survey at the end of the program, and choose one assignment from the Let's Get Technical list: a blog series, a video, taking part in the instagram challenge or creating your own, a yoga camp/retreat or webinar strategy, or something you choose.

 Final Assignment: see above
​Countable Contact Hours: 20
Additional Hours Anticipated: 10+

​*9 Projects: Trainees who are already building big projects out in the world, like developing a studio or marketing your existing classes will be best suited to this one. We all use our combined group energy to push ourselves forward on big projects. It will be helpful to take this course as a way to work on big projects, rather than become one.
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3. Chakras: Let's Go Deeper. Our enLIVEn and enVISION programs are always fun, helpful, and a great tune up. Some of you may want to go much deeper. So here we go. Anodea Judith is one of the leading authorities on the subject. Students who select this course will embark on a reading and discussion journey that will take 9 months (one section of the book (Eastern Body / Western Mind) per month, with plenty of time to explore, experience, research, and share. To complete this course, you'll choose and move forward on a project that makes sense for you. You may want to know everything about yantras or crystals; you may want to create a series of guided meditations or yoga sequences, you may want to blog about your experience, create a social media event, or write your own book about chakras. The chakras are one of the easiest, most approachable and useful tools we can give to our curious students. This course makes you feel like an expert. 

 Final Assignment: see above
​Countable Contact Hours: 20
Additional Hours Anticipated: 10+

​*9 Projects: Advanced teaching, Wisdom, Income/Legacy,  Healthy Living, and Lifestyle projects may fit - see above, and work with your mentor for project ideas.
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4. Master Chakras and How to Spot Them Everyone has gifts, skills, and strengths in one or more of the main energies of the body. Knowing the light and shadow side of your master chakra will give you more tools for self-mastery. Seeing your family, friends, students and clients from their place of power can help you communicate, connect, teach and guide them toward their own healing, or mastery. This is a great tool for anyone who already identifies with the power of the chakras in their own lives, or for massage therapists, reiki healers, coaches and physical therapists. Anyone working with teens and young adults may find this skill set useful. Your final assignment will be to identify, work with, and report back on your master chakra, and practice identifying master chakras in 3 - 5 case studies. 

 Final Assignment: see above
​Countable Contact Hours: 20
Additional Hours Anticipated: 10+

​*9 Projects: Advanced teaching, Wisdom, Income/Legacy,  Healthy Living, and Lifestyle projects may fit - see above, and work with your mentor for project ideas.
]]><![CDATA[Nutrition Course 1: Create your Own Food Pyramid]]>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/create-your-own-food-pyramid
Different countries have different guidelines for healthy eating. Different diet plans and food philosophers also produce their own definitions of the standard "food pyramid." Some are based in science, some on radical beliefs and fads. Not all are based strictly on nutritional science, because culture and food availability are equally important factors. The traditional yoga diet would have a food pyramid very different from the American one.
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Canada recently ran a nation wide referendum to consider the vast ethnic diversity of its population before designing its new food pyramid. In short - there isn't just ONE.

This course is best suited to teachers who are also working with nutrition clients or projects. That may be bloggers, or private coaches, nutrition fanatics, and people with specific food issues. We're going to look at a bunch of food pyramids, old, new, and around the world, and discuss the merits and drawbacks of each. Then you'll create your own. This course includes downloadable files and an online webinar.

FInal Assignment: Present your version of a food pyramid.
Countable Course Hours: 3
Additional Hours Anticipated: 3

* 9 Projects. This project might be a starting point or element of any of the following projects: Diversity, Specialty, Lifestyle, Healthy Living, or Wisdom.
]]><![CDATA[Create a Yoga Camp for Kids!]]>Sun, 28 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/create-a-yoga-camp-for-kidsOne of the best things about our advanced training program is that you get to work on things you were probably going to work on anyway, with the bonus of hours that count toward your certificate AND the help and feedback from a supportive group of friendly peers. If you want to work with kids, this program is for you.
Working with kids requires a solid plan with lots of options for those busy, growing minds and short attention spans. It's also a great place to be creative with themes and story and magic. We begin with 2 simple, sample themes and program outlines, presented on our facebook group and with a downloadable file. Working individually and in group, we'll flesh out the programs, filling in the blanks and challenging you to think about details like snacks, costumes, posture names and sample sequences.

Final Assignment: Present your more developed Kids' Camp plan.
Countable Course Hours: 10
Additional Hours Anticipated: 10

* 9 Projects: If working with kids is your path - this might become your Specialty or Diversity Project, an Alternate Income Project, Advanced Teaching Project, or Karma work. You'll work with your mentor to decide on the project scope.
]]><![CDATA[Super Sequencing: Simple on the Surface]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 23:52:07 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/super-sequencing-simple-on-the-surfaceWhen I teach a class that flows well, in both words and sequence, it feels like I've led the class through an epic poem, performed in a graceful dance. It just a fits together like magic sometimes. What if you could do that more often, more consistently, more magically? You can. Great sequencing takes a little practice, a little play, and a little know-how that goes a long, long way.
This online program will look at some at a variety of sequences, including set sequences from the major lineages of modern yoga, common themes and patterns of sequencing, and discuss the ins and outs of creating unique, inspiring, balanced, and effective sequences for all your classes. 
]]><![CDATA[Guided Meditations: The Mystery of Making Magic]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 23:41:50 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/guided-meditations-yoga-nidra-the-mystery-of-making-magicCrowd pleasers like good guided meditation never gets tired, and people are constantly searching for good guides to relaxation and stress relief. 
In this yummy online course, we'll explore some wonderful guided meditations, talk about the structure, pace, tone and yummy metaphors that make a safe, pleasant experience, and work on writing / crafting / practicing our own beautiful poetry of deep rest.
]]><![CDATA[Pranayama: Taking the Mystery out of Mastery]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 23:33:21 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/pranayama-taking-the-mystery-out-of-masteryCan you get enough pranayama? Take this interesting journey through the main schools of yoga and how they differ in  approach and focus on breathing. Double down on your anatomy knowledge, and give yourself some fun challenges.
More details on this program are coming soon.
]]><![CDATA[Changing Habits: The Nutrition Programs]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:10:02 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/changing-habits-the-nutrition-programsYoga Teachers, healers, coaches, and wellness practitioners benefit from knowledge about nutrition, and there is never too much to learn. Our programs will be designed for basics through to advanced. We'll have details for each one soon.]]><![CDATA[Getting Social: Level 1]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:01:57 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/getting-social-level-1Knowing the Basics can take you a long way. Some of you are online pros, some of you are tech averse. Unfortunately, trying to avoid it completely makes it harder to fill your classes.
This basics program will offer how-to handouts or videos for getting started with building your own websites, writing better blogs, understanding Instagram and Facebook and how to use them, Search Engine Optimization, building great email lists, and creating a social media marketing plan. We will use a Facebook group as our portal for learning, feedback and discussion. To gain credit for this course, you will demonstrate advancement by stating your goals in the group, and following through. We will answer your questions, give feedback as you progress, and be the audience to help you stay on task and experiment with before you "go live."

That may begin with: "I need to send out regular email blasts, and so my plan is to create my list, set up my mail account, design a template, send a test round, add a subscribe button to my website, and create a marketing plan for 12 months of emails."

​It sounds like a lot but it isn't, and when it is done you'll have a plan to follow and the confidence to just repeat, repeat, repeat. 
]]><![CDATA[Getting Social: Level 2]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:00:43 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/getting-social-level-2The future includes technology, and the more you can create passive income with online webinars, series, classes and coaching, the more opportunity you have. This advanced group will be creating their own webinars, with an online workshop and guidelines, peer and mentorship support, and community marketing benefits.]]><![CDATA[Presentation Matters: Public Speaking Course]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 21:34:30 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/presentation-matters-public-speaking-courseEveryone benefits from public speaking practice, and any yoga teacher who wants to present at conferences, speak in front of school boards, hospital boards, corporations, use live videos in their marketing, or teach online classes should consider this program. 
Following the basic outline of the highly effective ToastMasters International system (short speeches, practicing one skill at a time, impromptu speaking, giving good feedback) with a distinctly Camp Utopia Yoga mix, each participant will be required to attend a 1 hour live conference each week. Throughout the 9 weeks, each participant will be required to deliver 5 short speeches, as well as delivering one opening meditation, one closing meditation, practicing feedback skills, and practicing effective, empowering impromptu speaking by answering the questions that come up about yoga.
]]><![CDATA[Book Lovers]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 05:22:10 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/book-loversOur Philosophy Weekend introduces a LOT of books, and each group will choose a few books to study in more depth, leading to online discussions and more challenging assignments.
Some of the books we can choose from include:
Hatha Yoga Pradipika
Raja Yoga
The Yoga Sutras
Bhagavad Gita
Tao Te Ching
Zhuangzi
The Second Book of Tao
Dhammapada
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind

]]><![CDATA[Movie Lovers]]>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 00:46:42 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/movie-loversThere are a few movies, documentaries, TED Talks and short videos that open the door to fascinating discussions and a better understanding of the body, the mind, the spirit, the earth. Each year, we will explore some of the fundamentals, and some that are unique to the desires of the training group.
Whenever possible, we will choose something that is readily and inexpensively available  online, and you will watch the movie at your convenience. In our online group, we will host a Facebook Live or Conference Call discussion for 1 hour, and leave you with a survey or essay questions to explore. You get 1 hour of credit for the conference call, 1 hour of credit for the assignment, and whatever number of hours for watching the video. Students can choose one or more events, depending on their unique study priorities.
]]><![CDATA[TreeYoga™ Techniques]]>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.camputopia.com/onlineoptions/treeyoga-techniquesMany studios offer some kind of supported flying yoga. There are half a dozen kits you can buy for home. The TreeYoga Multi Sling™ is a Camp U favorite, because of its light weight, extreme strength, ease of use and scope of function. 
As a practitioner, it's fun and helps develop amazing core strength and flexibility. As a coach, it's a great tool for helping beginners find balance and self-trust; for busy people to get the maximum benefit from the minimum time engagement; for athletes to challenge their strength, and for everyone to get time in nature, releasing stress and nurturing joy. Children and seniors LOVE this experience.

The online program includes:
  •  how-to instruction video for setting up and getting the most from the sling
  • 45 minute strength, tone and open routine for the sling, written and audio versions
  • Descriptions of all the primary poses and their benefits
  • Instruction video for using with a student.

The assignment for this program is to practice the sequence a minimum of 5 times in 10 days, and track differences in a few key ideas: abdominal strength, spine flexibility, inversion tolerance, meditative benefits, impact on stress, energy, mood, confidence.

Total Contact Hours: 3
Requirements: You must have your own sling.
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