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 Yoga and Meditation Training Course

Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts 

(60hours B-learning)

with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias  

Course Presentation / Background

Burnout syndrome is currently seen as a multidimensional and biopsychosocial phenomenon, which arises from repeated exposure to stress and the perception of the individual's resource depletion in face of the demands of the environment.

It is conceptualized as a result of chronic stress in the workplace that has not been successfully managed and is characterized by three dimensions: a feeling of exhaustion or energy exhaustion; increased mental detachment from work or feelings of work-related negativity or cynicism; reduced professional effectiveness.

In Europe, 25% of workers say they experience occupational stress during all or most of the time they work. A similar proportion report that work affects their health negatively (EU-OSHA & Eu-rofound, 2014). A study published in 2013 – European Opinion Poll on Occupational Safety and Health – reveals that “Portugal is ranked as the third European country with the highest proportion of workers who say that work-related stress is “very common” (28%) , almost double the average in Europe (16%)”. According to the Mental Health at Work Report (2017), three out of five employees (60%) experienced a Psychological Health problem in the previous year due to work. Nearly a third (31%) were diagnosed with a Psychological Health problem. Depression and Anxiety being the most common diagnoses.

More recently, due to the current social circumstances, a study carried out by the National Institute of Health Doutor Ricardo Jorge (INSA) on mental health in times of pandemic, 25.2% of the general Portuguese population has symptoms of burnout. In the age group from 18 to 29, the percentage rises to 31.8%. When focusing on the health area, 32.1% of professionals are exhausted. The consequences of burnout range from personal impact, causing physical and mental illness, as well as interpersonal and even economic impact.

Practices and philosophies such as Yoga and Meditation are now well accepted, recognized and encouraged by the scientific, medical and society in general in the development of emotional skills, self-knowledge and thus contributing to the prevention of psychophysiological breakdown.

It is in this context that this training is inserted, promoting the practice of Yoga and Meditation as an effective non-pharmacological intervention for emotional improvement, promoting balance in stress response systems, in the circumstances and demands of life, as well as in interpersonal relationships.

Every person is unique; some face mental challenges, some physical, and some emotional. Yoga teachers and therapists must know how to teach, guide and adapt the practice, as well as guide the practitioner in a personalized way in situations of stress, risk or burnout already installed. They will be able to receive and support practitioners in any physical and psychological condition, bringing awareness to the immense potential for healing and regeneration that each one has within themselves, not only to treat, but, in the first place, to prevent health problems.

At the end of this training, trainees should be able to identify the signs and symptoms of stress and burnout, recognize the benefits of Yoga and Meditation techniques applied in contexts of stress and burnout, select and implement the appropriate approach to intervene in groups and in individual sessions.

This course requires dedication, study and individual practice.

  

Module 1: Stress, burnout and Yogic perspectives on the subject (8h) 

- Perspectives on burnout:

- Stress and its psychophysiological mechanisms

- Burnout Definitions

- Causes and symptoms of Burnout

- Burnout's impact on personal and social life.

- Historical, philosophical and psychological framework on Stress and burnout from a Yogic point of view:

        - Perspective on health, disease, pain and suffering in classic Yoga texts

      - Definition of stress and burnout according to Yoga, its causes and solutions based on             classic Yoga texts: Yoga Sutra, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads.

 

Module 2: Establishing, training and adapting a Yoga practice for preventing and intervening in stress and burnout situation (22h) 

- Intention and Purpose of the Ásana, Pranayama, Yoganidra, Meditation and Inquiry (Jñana Yoga) practice in stress and burnout situations

- Practice of Yoga and Meditation techniques, their Principles, main Benefits and Contraindications in stress and burnout situations

- Adaptations of Yoga practice for health promotion, prevention and intervention in stress and burnout situations:

        - Ásana and Pranayama

        - Yoganidra and Meditation

- Practice of Inquiring (Jñana Yoga) in health promotion, prevention and intervention in stress and burnout situations

- Combination of two or more techniques for a balanced practice in stress and burnout situations

- Addressing specific symptoms: insomnia, apathy, fatigue, discouragement, anxiety, frustration

 

Module 3: Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga (6h) 

- Anatomy and Physiology applied to the Practice of Yoga and Meditation in stress and burnout situations

- Yogic concept about the human being: The 3 Shariras or Bodies: Sthula (dense or physical); Sukshma (subtle or psycho-energetic) and Karana (causal);

- Subtle Anatomy: Chakras, Nadis, Prana and Kundalini and its application in the Practice of Yoga and Meditation

 

Module 4: Teaching Methodology (12h) 

- Establishing a trusting relationship between the Yoga teacher/ therapist and student/client

- Ethical issues from the Yogic point of view

- Initial assessment: the Yogic clinical eye

- Establishing, implementing and reviewing a personalized Yoga and Meditation practice in stress and burnout situations

- Main difficulties and obstacles to the practice of Yoga and Meditation in stress and burnout situations

- How to integrate and adapt Yoga and Meditation principles and practices to other professional areas

- Considerations for online sessions

Module 5: Practical Teaching Experience applied to Stress and Burnout (12h) 

− Training and practice of the techniques learned during the course with training colleagues:

        - simulation of group lessons and private sessions

        - case studies

 

Criteria for joining the Course 

●  Yoga teachers who have completed a 200 hours Yoga Training Course

●Healthcare professionals, such as psychologists, physiotherapists, among other conventional or alternative therapists with a minimum of 2 years of regular Yoga practice.

●  Access to a computer and internet signal, as well as basic computer literacy and functioning with zoom app.

●  Commitment to a daily Yoga practice during the course.

●  Before enrollment in the course there will be a video call with the Senior Teacher

  

60 hours - contact and non-contact hours breakdown 

38,5 hours - group online sessions via Zoom and face-to-face sessions

21,5 hours - non-contact hours: pre-recorded videos, audio sessions, readings of the handouts and course materials and personal writing assignments .

1 hours - individual online mentor ship sessions via Zoom

Recommended Additional Non-Contact: Personal Yoga and Meditation daily practice, writing daily in your sadhana (practice) journal and regular attendance in related Yoga classes.

 

By Modules:

Module 1: Stress, burnout and framing in the view of Yoga (8h)

Module 2: Establish, Training and Adaptation the Yoga Practice meant for Prevention and Intervention in situations of stress and burnout (22h)

Module 3: Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga (6h)

Module 4: Teaching Methodology (12h)

Module 5: Practical Teaching Experience applied to Stress and Burnout (12h)

Code of Conduct

Students conduct

Students must adhere to the rules and regulations of the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias. Students whose conduct reflects discredit upon themselves or the school may be subject to probation and/or termination. The student must adhere to conduct that will not interfere with the learning process of any other students, the classroom presentation by the instructor, presentations by visitors, or the progress of the class Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias.

The administration of the school reserves the right to place on probation and/or terminate a student on any of the following grounds:

• Excessive absences or tardiness

• Nonconformity of rules and regulations of school where the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias is taking place

• Conduct that is unsatisfactory to Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias, its staff, faculty, and its students

• Falsifying School records

• Breach of Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias enrolment agreement.

• Failure to pay fees when due and/or to make available required documents

• Entering school premises while under the influence of alcohol, or drugs

• Aiding, abetting, or inciting others to commit any act that would detract from the normal operation of the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias

Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias a teacher training Code of Conduct is a compilation of acceptable, ethical, and professional behavioral standards by which all School Yoga trained teachers agree to conduct themselves through their teaching and business practices.

- This code is intended to serve as an expression of the core values of Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias teacher training and as a broader basis for the advancement of meditation ethics as a whole.

As a trainer in the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias, I agree to uphold the ethical goals set forth in the following professional Code of Conduct:

• Refrain from any behavior that would be determined to be discriminatory, harassing, or unprofessional to include both verbal and written personal statements, and to conduct myself in a professional and conscientious manner.

• Maintain and respect the confidentiality and dignity of all students and members of Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias the global Yoga community´s.

• Foster a welcoming and nurturing environment that is safe, sanitary and supportive for the practice of yoga and meditation.

• Honestly present professional qualifications, training and the limitations of my skills and scope of practice. Where applicable, refer students to seek alternative instruction, advice, treatment, or direction.

• Adhere to the traditional meditation principles, while developing and employing the discretion to build upon and adapt those principles to all situations.

• Develop, foster, and live the inherent integrity of the meditation principles in every aspect of my life, and to make the practice of mediation in all its forms an integral part of my experience.

• To always seek to expand my understanding of meditation through a commitment to furthering my education and experience

- Routine of the course should be strictly followed. Discipline is an integral part of this training program.

- No student would be allowed to enter in the classroom, once the class starts.

- General Conduct Policy:

- Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias strives to provide an environment conducive to learning, growth, and professionalism. Students are expected to behave courteously and respectfully, to observe Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias policies, and to devote themselves earnestly to their studies. The following may be grounds for disciplinary action and possible dismissal from the program and/or the school premises:

- Verbal or physical abuse of any person or conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person at Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias related functions.

- Theft of property or the property of any member of the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias community at the premises.

- Willful or reckless damage to property or the property of a member of the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias community.

- Obstruction or disruption of teaching or other components of academic process.

- Failure to comply with Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias policy at any time.

- Possession or use of controlled substances, illegal drugs, or alcohol on Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias premises.

- Harassment, sexual or otherwise, or intimidation of any member of Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias community while on school premises. This includes any behavior that creates a hostile or offensive environment for any student, employee, or guest at Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias

Assessment criteria and procedures

• There is designed to be innovative, challenging, and enjoyable, while being structured as a course of intensive study. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and students are expected to complete/undertake independent study, practice and reading. Homework and essays will be assigned. A minimum number of non-contact hours are stipulated in the course curriculum, while to successfully graduate, all students will be required to pass all areas of the course, write 2 essays (one A&P, one philosophy), produce a Personal Research Project ( elected subject), Mid course examination, an A&P exam/questionnaire, produce required class plans, and teach 3 planned classes & make small group presentations while being ´assessed’.

• The first assessed taught class is held within the final residential intensive. The second and third assessments to be arranged by each student, with a mutual agreed teacher assessor.

• Thought the duration of the course, as part of the ongoing assessment process each student will be required to assist/observe classes with Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias and other approved teachers

Graduation Requirements:

In order to graduate, a student must:

Assessments and graduation

Graduation is not automatic: your progress will be assessed throughout the course, and in order to graduate, you will need to have:

• Attended each of the weekend modules, and satisfactorily completed any preparatory work and homework

• Attended one intensive (final of the course)

• Attended 3 group sessions with your mentor

• Written 2 papers, each of 300 to 4000 words, on topics to be agreed with your mentor

• Observed at least 6 classes and assisted in at least 5 classes

• Taught at least 12 classes ( with a minimum of 15 hours of teaching time)

• Had your teaching observed by your mentor

• Submitted a detailed class plan for your final teaching assessment

• Taught part of a public class during the final course module

• Maintained a regular meditation practice, both by developing your own self practice and attending taught classes

Certification criteria

Certification will not be granted to any student who fails to demonstrate the following:

• A basic understanding of the principles underlying the Yoga and Meditation system, as well as the specific philosophies, teachings, techniques, and methodology essential to Meditation

• Competency in the full range of practical skills required to safely teach Meditation to others

• A level of emotional maturity, mental stability, and personal integrity sufficient to create and maintain a safe and sacred environment that allows the personal transformation of student to occur.

• The ability to be a Meditation teacher, including the good judgment required to interact with students in a professional manner that safely and effectively brings them the benefits of Yoga, as reflected in the student’s conduct inside and outside of class during the course of the training.

Please understand that your completion of the above requirements will be assessed through a set of standards that include attendance policy, review of homework assignments, the evaluation of practice teaching sessions, and behavioral guidelines. While efforts will be made thought the training to provide students with input on teaching or other challenges that might impede certification, it is important to understand that not every student who is accepted, pays tuition, and participates in the Meditation teacher training is guaranteed certification, even upon the completion of all required assignments.

At the star of the program, you will be given and asked to sign a written agreement detailing your responsibilities as a student and the standards used to assess my eligibility for certification.

-An understanding that this is an intensive program, and as such requires a firm commitment to hard work and enthusiastic participation.

- All required reading must be complete, and attendance at all classes is mandatory.

- Each teacher trainer is required to participate actively in a non-judgmental and non-competitive environment.

- Each teacher trainer must be in agreement that this training is not about physical practice alone, but one that also entails an exploration of the mental and spiritual foundations of Yoga and Meditation

- Each teacher trainer should have the ability to not take themselves too seriously.

- Some of the best Yoga and Meditation instructors/teachers have physical limitations; our program is open to participants with a wide range of physical ability and has no age limit. There is no necessity to have mastered advanced or difficult postures as the program respects the needs of each individual and prioritizes anatomical integrity over excessive flexibility. While taking part in the program you will feel supported and encouraged to discover and build upon your unique gifts.

- Certification will be based on: - Mid-term stances; - Research project; - ; -Final practicum

- The criteria for receiving the diploma are: - acceptable attendance during the program and satisfactory completion of all assignments of the program

Attendance Policy

Students are required to maintain a minimum of 100% attendance over the length of the program. All absences must be pre-approved by the instructor and arrangements made to complete the missed amount of classroom time. Failure to make such arrangements may result in termination. If a student must be absent, he/she must call the School within thirty (30) minutes prior to class start time.

Tardiness

Tardiness and leaving class early is subtracted from the total time of the program, and counts against the minimum required attendance.

Make-up Work

Assignments and projects not completed on schedule during a course must be made up within the time frame of the course. Arrangements MUST be made with the instructor.

Grading System

Whether the student passes or fails the program is based on completion and participation in all assignments, electives, observations, and performance evaluations given during the course of the program.

Grievance procedure

Dispute resolution policy and procedure for students involving Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias Individuals should always try to resolve issues informally. If a more formal approach becomes necessary, Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias provides a fair and reasonable mechanism for resolution.

Step 1. Put your complaint in writing to the individual designated y the school for handling disputes. He or she will request submissions from all involved parties, including witnesses; conduct an investigation and set up a meeting within 48 hours. The designated person will provide a written decision to all parties within 48 hours of meeting. If this doesn’t work proceed to Step 2.

Step 2. Repeat step one with a higher authority within the Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias if possible. If no resolution is forthcoming proceed to Step 3.

Step 3. The parties appoint an outside mediator/arbitrator within 48 hours. The requesting party will bear the cost of mediation/arbitration.

The student who feels his or her rights have been violated should meet with the person against whom they have the complaint outside of class, and attempt to resolve the conflict. If the grievance is with an instructor, the student must first attempt to resolve the matter with the instructor. If this fails to rectify the problem, the student should bring the incident to the attention of the studio manager.

For any student who wants to express an opinion or dissatisfaction in matters regarding Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias  policies or programs, may do so by filling a formal complaint in writing to the studio manager within 7 days of incident. The studio manager will respond in writing within 10 days of receipt of the complaint. If the student feels the response is unsatisfactory, he/she can submit a letter explaining his/her position along with copies of the original complaint and manager response to the program director within 10 days of the dated manager’s response letter. The program director will respond in writing to the student within 14 days.

1. If the student complaint cannot be resolved by following the above grievance procedure, the student may file a complaint with the the local court

The Grievance procedure outlines the students right to file a complaint with the Lisbon state board for private postsecondary education

2. If a student as a complaint, grievance or dispute with Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias the student shall contact Director of Teacher Training, Gonçalo Correia, in writing or via email. Marta Dias and Gonçalo Correia Yoga Director of Teacher Training, will respond back to the student no later than 10 days from the receipt of contact. Gonçalo Correia can be reached at goncalocorreia.trainer@gmail.com

3. If the complaint cannot be resolved after exhausting the institution’s grievance procedure, the student may file a complaint with the Portuguese state board for private post seconday education.

- Complaints directed at an individual instructor or staff member must be discussed directly with the individual involved.

- If one-on-one discussion fails to result in satisfactory resolution, a written complaint must be submitted to the Program Director.

Terms& Conditions Guidelines

Please consider the following points when writing your terms & conditions…

Practice Experience

• Students should have been teaching yoga for 2 years and  and have a strong practice before they embark on a Yoga and Meditation Training Course Applied to Stress and Burnout Contexts (60h B-learning) with Senior Yoga Teacher Gonçalo Correia and Marta Dias.

Booking

• A deposit may be necessary to secure a place on the course and should be paid at the time of the booking.

• The full fee should be paid [ ] days before the beginning of the course.

• Applications will be taken on a ‘first come first served’ basis and students who have paid their deposit will have priority over those who haven’t.

• Reserving the right to refuse a place to students who have not paid their deposit or full fees by the required date.

• The fees must be paid in full and any private sessions paid for before a graduation certificate will be issued.

What fees include/ what is not included

E.g.

Included:

• Training and assessment by a qualified Yoga Alliance Professionals SYT

• A full manual and other appropriate paperwork

Not included:

• Flights, accommodation and food for yourself

• Insurance (you can get this from Yoga Alliance Professionals for just £15)* If you reside in the UK or £20 if you reside in Ireland

• A certificate (paying the fees do not guarantee you a certificate as you will need to successfully pass all assignments and attend a minimum of 80% the course.

Refund Policy Guidelines

Please consider the following points when writing your refund policy…

Payment Deposit Dates

• When you expect payment deposits to be made

• Is this non-refundable?

Student Pulling Out of Course

• When a cancellation can be made in relation to start of course

• How much will be refunded in this circumstance

• What circumstances can a student pull out of the course

• How much of the course will be refunded

Procedure on how to make a cancellation:

• Who to contact? In writing?

• Do you require evidence of reason where appropriate?

During the Course:

- Student’s conduct during the course

- Minimum attendance rate

- Time limit once course official finishes to complete the course

- Re-sitting any assignments (additional charges for this)

- Expectations regarding daily practice of students

• Extensions granted if student is unable to complete the requirements due to unforeseen circumstances. What evidence is required. Logistics of re-arranging the classroom modules.

Cancelation of Course:

- Course leaders reserve the right to cancel the course at any point. Related circumstances. Refer to the refund policy.

Complaints Procedure

There are three stages that you can follow to try to resolve the issue. We will always try to resolve any complaint as soon as possible.

You may wish to involve an advocate, friend or someone else to support you at any stage. If you need a sign language or community language interpreter, please let the person dealing with the compliant know and every reasonable effort will be made to provide it.

Stage One:

Speak to the individual(s) concerned and try to resolve the complaint informally on the day.

If you are not satisfied with the response you have received, try to resolve the issue by following stage two.

Stage Two:

Outline the details of your complaint by letter or email and send it to the person who will investigate the complaint.

Your complaint will be acknowledged within 3 working days from the date it is received. The response will contain the following information:

• Name of the person who will investigate the complaint

• The date(s) that the incident happened

• What support you can expect to receive during the process of the complaint

• An expected response date

In fairness to all parties and to ensure the investigator is able to investigate the complaint in an open and meaningful way, we cannot guarantee your anonymity. In exceptional cases, however, where a child or vulnerable adult is involved, in accordance with national guidelines and good practice the identity of individuals at risk with be protected.

When the person(s) who are dealing with the complaint, have had an opportunity to review it, they will write to the tutor or person about whom the complaint has been made. The letter will outline the main elements of your complaint and ask for a full written response.

At this point, if further relevant information comes to light, you may be asked for your comments to ensure the investigator has a balanced understanding. When your response has been received, the investigator will consider all the information available to them and make a decision.

The response will include the following information:

• Details of the investigation

• A decision about whether the complaint was upheld or not

• The reason for the decision

• The re-dress, if appropriate, which will be offered to you , for example, an apology, additional help or directing you to other sources of advice or support

• Any other action that may be taken in light of the complaint

• If it is not possible to provide a full answer to your complaint within 30 working days, the letter will outline reasons why and give a date by which a full answer is expected.