Naada 101

Course Number: 101
Title: NYTT-Naada 101 (30 CEUs)
Term: June
Instructor:  Jason Sharp
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course assumes a basic understanding of sound as it relates to Hatha Yoga and is intended to take individuals deeper into an exploration of the art of listening, music theory and technique, voice tone and development and overtone singing.  How to provide direct and effective instructions will also be covered.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:

To encourage each student to explore their personal experience of yoga and sound to better understand how to teach from this living experience.
To understand basic sound theory and technique in order to deepen their personal experience.
To understand voice tone and development in order to deepen their experience.
How to provide effective instructions to integrate sound into yoga classes.

REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED READING:
Naada 101 manual.  Article hand-outs.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Basic understanding of yoga asana, a consistent yoga practice (min. 4 days a week), attending regular classes at Naada Yoga and/or another institution.  Reading all required assignments.  Keeping a practice journal and in-class notes, and discussing practice-related questions.