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Brooke Boon, E-RYT - Founder 3

What is Holy Yoga? 4

Qualifications for Holy Yoga Certification 6

Holy Yoga Statements of Faith 6

Requirements for Instructor Certification 7

Fee overview 7

How to Apply 8

Payment Options 8

To Apply 8

More questions? 8

Certification Hourly Requirements 9

Breakdown of Hours 9

Technique 9

Teaching Methodology 9

Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle 9

Anatomy 10

Journaling 10

Prayer and Meditation 10

Christian Yoga Philosophy 10

Required Reading 11

The Holy Yoga Experience 11

Business & Ethics 11

Sequencing and Weaving 11

2018 Instructor Training Schedule 12

Regarding families at Retreat 12

225 Instructor Training Syllabus 13

Retreat Intensive Sample Schedule 14

Testimonials 15

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So is my word that goes out from my

mouth: It will not return to me empty,

but will accomplish what I desire and

achieve the purpose for which I sent it.

Isaiah 55:11

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Brooke Boon, E-RYT - Founder

A yoga practitioner since 1998, Brooke founded Holy Yoga Global, LLC, in 2006. She is the creator of Holy

Yoga’s 95, 225 and 300-hour instructor training programs and facilitates the education and certification

of hundreds of Holy Yoga instructors annually worldwide. Brooke is the author of Holy Yoga: Exercise for

the Christian Body and Soul and co-author of Hatha Yoga Illustrated. When she is not raising her children

or pursuing adventure, you can find her serving as Executive Director of Holy Yoga TV and President of

the Board at Holy Yoga.

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What is Holy Yoga? Holy Yoga exists because in a broken and hurting world everyone deserves a place to belong. Holy Yoga

is an experiential worship created to deepen people's connection to Christ. Our sole purpose is to

facilitate a Christ honoring experience that offers an opportunity to believers and non-believers alike to

authentically connect to God through His Word, worship, and wellness. Holy Yoga exists to carry the

Gospel to the ends of the earth through the modality of yoga.

Holy Yoga is a highly regarded international yoga instructor training program.

This program consists of two modules broken down into an in-person

curriculum immersion (two classes/week for nine weeks totaling 150 contact-

hours) and a hands-on intensive retreat (five days), bringing the total training

hours to 225.

Our LIVE 225 Hour Instructor Training is approved by Yoga Alliance.

Our intention is to live out four pillars of purpose.

● Community - We are here to serve. We long to create a place for everyone to belong, from the

Christian who is afraid of yoga to the Christian who loves yoga; from the yogi to the seeker; from

the non-believer to those who believe differently. We welcome the diversity, anticipate great

conversations and are excited to facilitate authentic community.

● Yoga - We are a highly regarded international yoga instructor training program. Our staff has

collectively participated in and completed some of the most well-known yoga certification

programs. With years of experience and training, they collaborate to offer a stellar training that

truly cannot be compared with any other. Whatever your desire, upon graduating you will have

the education and tools you need to facilitate Holy Yoga in your sphere of influence. Holy Yoga

does not water down the truth or the experience for seekers. It invites them into a world class

yoga experience, one that offers both physical and spiritual sustenance.

● Christ-Centeredness - We are Christ-centered. Knowing who we are invites others to come into

the fullness of their unique identity. Holy Yoga training is here to equip you to facilitate a Christ-

honoring experience that offers the opportunity for believers and non-believers alike to

authentically connect to God through His Word, worship, and wellness. Holy Yoga exists to

bring the Gospel to the ends of the earth through the modality of yoga.

● Living Beyond Ourselves - We are keenly aware of our world. It is broken and many are hurting.

Our desire is to have eyes, arms and hearts wide open. We are creating a community of those

willing to go beyond themselves to influence this world in the unique ways God has called them.

We do not know all things, and we long for the mystery of God to guide us. We want to speak

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truth, listen to stories, and discuss the in-between, finding the thread of service and ministry

throughout.

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Qualifications for Holy Yoga Certification The Holy Yoga 95/225-hour training programs are now open to teenagers ages 14 and up. In that teens

will be training alongside adults, we require they be accompanied at retreat by a parent or guardian also

enrolled in the instructor training program. Please direct any questions to info@holyyoga.net.

There are no qualifications to come through this training, everyone is welcome. Upon completion of the

two modules (nine weeks of live classes and one instructor training retreat intensive) within one

calendar year, you will be able to use the Holy Yoga trademarked name and teach using the Holy Yoga

brand. We ask all certified Holy Yoga Instructors to adhere to the following:

● be committed in faith to Christ.

● be committed to learn and grow in Him and in Holy Yoga.

● be committed to being stretched in all senses of the word.

● be committed to leading a life that is glorifying to God and is consistent with the values of a

Christ-centered life.

● use Holy Yoga tools and materials and abide by the brand specifications and requirements.

● believe in the Holy Yoga Statements of Faith as outlined below:

Holy Yoga Statements of Faith

● We believe there is only one God, who exists for all eternity in three persons; the Father, the

Son and the Holy Spirit. (Deuteronomy 6:4, Revelation 1:8)

● We believe that God has revealed Himself to us both through His creation and His Word.

(Romans 1:20, Hebrews 1:3)

● We believe God continues to reveal Himself to His people through the indwelling of the Holy

Spirit. (Romans 8:9, John 16:13-14, 1Corinthians 2:12-14, 2 Corinthians 6:16)

● We believe that there is only one way to God, through His Son, Jesus Christ. (Isa 43:10-13, John

14:6)

● We believe that God made forgiveness and redemption available to all who accept Jesus Christ

as their personal Lord and Savior. (1Tim 2:3-4, John 3:16-18, 1 Corinthians 15:3-5)

● We believe the Bible is absolute truth. It is the divinely authored and authoritative Word of God.

It is complete in its current canonical form. (2 Tim 3:16-17, 2 Pet 1:20-21, Luke 24:27)

● We believe that those who are His will be made known by their love for God and for all people.

(Mark 12:30, John 13:34-35)

Holy Yoga is branded and trademarked and all rights are protected by law.

Only registered Holy Yoga instructors can use the Holy Yoga name and/or teach Holy Yoga classes.

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Requirements for Instructor Certification

● Successfully complete Certification Hourly Requirements (see pgs 7-9).

● Attend the in-person, five-day retreat intensive.

● Attend in person classes over 9 weeks (2 per week)

● Acquire and maintain yoga instructor insurance if required by your class location.

● Use only the branded and approved marketing materials.

● Adhere to Holy Yoga’s Guidelines for Continuing Education.

Fee overview

225hr Instructor Training Fee - $3345

Fee Includes:

● Holy Yoga Instructor Training in-person sessions (2 classes/week for 9 weeks)

● Three-month membership to The Well in Edina, MN

● Holy Yoga Instructor Training Retreat Intensive

**Includes retreat meals, accommodations, and ground transportation. Students are responsible

for air transportation and any accommodations required prior to/after retreat.

● Holy Yoga Instructor Training Materials

○ Comprehensive Instructor Training materials

○ Instructional videos of all Holy Yoga postures

○ Two Holy Yoga practice videos - Level 1 and Level 2

● Holy Yoga Instructor Certificate and ability to register with Yoga Alliance

● One Year Basic Licensing Fee

o The branded and trademarked Holy Yoga name and logo

o The Holy Yoga class waiver form

o Holy Yoga 101 Workshop Outline

o Instructor Newsletters & Ministry Development Newsletters

**To maintain certification and use of Holy Yoga name and logo, the $47.97 Basic Licensing Fee

must be paid annually beginning one calendar year after graduation.

Training Details Dates: May 2nd – June 30th, 2018

Days & Times: Wednesdays, 5:30-9:30 pm + Saturdays, 10:30 am -2:30 pm

Enrollment Deadline: Monday, April 30th, 2018

Due to the nature of this training we recommend you do not miss more than 1 or 2 sessions. If you

must miss a session due to extenuating circumstances, you will need to check in with your lead

instructor. In addition, all other requirements must be met to complete and be certified in the training,

including homework submissions, video session recordings, and quizzes required for content and

accountability. Students must attend any small group calls, prayer calls, or life groups that are assigned

because community is a crucial part of any yoga training or continued education experience.

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How to Apply

Payment Options

The cost of the 225hr Holy Yoga Instructor Training is $3345.

Holy Yoga extends financial aid to all applicants in the form of interest free payment installments. If you

choose to pay in full up front, you will receive a 10% discount, making your training cost $3010.50.

When you register online, you will choose the payment option that works best for you:

● One payment of $3010.50

● Two equal monthly installments of $1672.50

● Four equal monthly installments of $836.25

● Six equal monthly installments of $557.50

➔ All payments must be made using a debit or credit card. No checks or cash will be accepted.

➔ All payment options are interest free and made on a monthly installment basis beginning one

month from the date of your initial payment (e.g. – first payment processed on 1/9, next

payment will occur on 2/9.)

➔ Each declined payment will incur a $35 fee.

➔ All payment plans and invoices must be current prior to attending retreat (no exceptions).

Refund Policy – All fees are non-refundable. If a student opts to withdraw from the program at any

point, the fees will not be refunded.

To Apply 1. Thoroughly read the Frequently Asked Questions.

2. Schedule & complete one-on-one phone Q&A discussion.

More questions? Click HERE or above for answers to the most commonly asked questions about the instructor training

What’s Next?

In order for our instructors to enter into the totality of who they are as yoga teachers and ministers of

the gospel, we provide a comprehensive 500-hour training program that combines the 225 program

with an additional 300-hour Master level training curriculum. Upon completion of this track, Holy Yoga

instructors will be equipped and developed to offer a comprehensive, safe, and transformational

experience that targets the unique physical and spiritual needs of a diverse student population. The

Holy Yoga Masters program begins every January and runs for five months. Instructors who complete

this training receive the designation M-HYI, or Master Holy Yoga Instructor.

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Certification Hourly Requirements

Breakdown of Hours

● Technique - 100 hours

● Teaching Methodology - 20 hours

● Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle - 40 hours

● Anatomy - 20 hours

● Journaling - 25 hours

● Prayer and Meditation - 20 hours

Technique

You will be required to attend or practice at least four Holy Yoga/yoga classes weekly when you begin

Holy Yoga Instructor Training. If you are not near a Holy Yoga class, please find a Christian yoga class that

you like or practice on your own. Inclusive in your tuition are two Holy Yoga practice videos as well as

Holy Yoga asana technique that can be utilized for practice hours. You are encouraged to practice three

times a week for optimum momentum and growth.

You will be keeping a log of your hours in your training manual. There will be weeks when you have life

going on; please connect with your immersion instructor directly in cases where this applies. Please be

consistent with this commitment. Holy Yoga will not be checking in with you weekly. This is a

commitment of utmost importance. You cannot teach what you do not know. Your commitment to

your personal practice represents your commitment to yourself, and in turn, to your students.

● Two classes weekly at 75 minutes each yields 65 hours

● Three classes weekly at 75 minutes each yields 78 hours

Teaching Methodology

You will be required to acquire 20 hours of teaching methodology training. Inclusive in these hours is

how to demonstrate and articulate a pose effectively, how to assist and adjust, sequencing, flow, timing,

integrating breath work, medical precautions that apply to ailments, differentiation of yoga styles, the

qualities of a superior yoga instructor and the business of yoga.

Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle

You will be required to acquire 40 hours of Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle training on Holy Yoga. This will

include the history of yoga and meditation, the biblical background of meditation and worship, the re-

education process of the Christian Yoga movement, and the use of your personal testimony to inspire

your students’ highest growth. Spiritual and biblical research will be required for journaling topics, and

for insight into effectively communicating your message to students.

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Anatomy

You will be required to acquire 20 hours of Anatomy training. The Anatomy portion of the training will

be divided among nine asana series which include Standing, Balancing, Arm Balances, Inversions,

Backbends, Twists, Forward Bends, Seated, Reclining and Restorative. Each series will have an anatomy

teaching on which parts of the body are being used and affected by the series. You will also learn

rotations, locks, and the physiological effects of the poses on the body. Viewing of the anatomy video

two weeks prior to retreat is mandatory. You are also required to attend a four-hour Yoga Anatomy

workshop with Jonnie Goodmanson, Director of Holy Yoga Anatomy & Physiology. Tuition for the

workshop is included in your Holy Yoga tuition. The anatomy workshop is scheduled in tandem with the

Retreat.

Journaling

You will be required to journal two-three times a week. Ideally you will journal for 20-40 minutes a

session for the duration of your training. If you are having trouble finding the time, then curtail it to fit

your schedule. You must journal at least two times a week. Allow it to be your prayer time and a time

when you expand on a feeling or a teaching that has inspired you. It is crucial that you do not cheat

yourself out of this. It is the core of your personal approach to teaching and essential to your ministry.

You will use your entries to become comfortable sharing your faith, and as your inspiration when you

begin teaching.

Prayer and Meditation

Just as Holy Yoga is a discipline, prayer and meditation are spiritual disciplines you get to participate in

as ministry leaders during your training. Throughout each week of your immersion, you are encouraged

to participate in soul care in the following way:

Holy Yoga Prayer Call -- Prayer Calls are 30-minute guided meditation conference calls where you will be

led in a focused time of Scriptural prayer. Multiple calls are led throughout the week and you can join a

meditation call as your schedule allows.

Christian Yoga Philosophy

We will look at the philosophy of this emerging movement and the history that supports it. We will also

look at the controversy surrounding Christian Yoga so that we are well equipped to re-educate and

inspire people to unify with God through the practice of physical movement and collective worship,

including mind, body, and our spirit in Him.

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Required Reading

There are four books required for your training, they are to be purchased separately:

1. Holy Yoga: Exercise for the Christian Body and Soul by Brooke Boon. This will serve as your

manual in addition to Hatha Yoga Illustrated.

2. Hatha Yoga Illustrated by Brooke Boon and Martin Kirk which will serve as your instructional and

photographic manual/reference guide.

3. Eat This Book by Eugene Peterson. This nine-chapter book outlines the importance of the Word

and meditating on it. It will accompany our training week by week and teach you how to

immerse yourself in the discipline of biblical meditation.

4. Experiential Worship by Bob Ronglein. This is a great book for understanding the essence of

worship with our whole being.

The Holy Yoga Experience

You will learn what it is to experience Holy Yoga. You will be given the history behind the Holy Yoga

philosophy and mission as well as the tools needed to replicate it. You will be taught Holy Yoga verbiage

and directives as we walk through pose articulation, benefits, and contraindications. Articulation of

blanket and specific directives will be delivered in your included Holy Yoga posture videos.

Business & Ethics

You will learn how to start your own ministry. Included will be study on the ethics and responsibilities of

doing work for God in a world that works for itself. You will be given tools, collateral material, and

processes that have been developed to work for the implementation of Holy Yoga in churches, YMCAs,

community centers, and homes. You will be given access to online instruction tools for continual growth

of your individual practice, your teaching and your ministry. Holy Yoga is dedicated to connecting people

to Christ and is committed to providing you with the tools to do just that.

Sequencing and Weaving

You will be taught the template for Holy Yoga classes. You will learn how to choose, present and

message scripture; correlate scripture to physical poses; and sequence postures to encourage an

energetic experience of release and restoration. We are energetic beings by His design. Holy Yoga

classes are designed to encourage God in our inmost beings via breath, the Word and physical

awareness. Psalm 51:6 says “But you desire honesty from the heart, so you can teach me to be wise in

my inmost being.” When we intentionally allow and encourage Him to find space in our physical bodies,

He will restore, renew and recreate. We will study poses that correlate to physical energy and how to

infuse those with the Word.

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2018 Instructor Training Schedule The 225-hour Holy Yoga Instructor training consists of two modules: one 9-week, in-person session

consisting of two classes per week, and one Instructor Training Retreat Intensive. The price of tuition

includes retreat food, accommodations, and ground transportation. Students will be responsible for

their own air transportation and any accommodations required prior to the retreat center opening for

Holy Yoga training.

Regarding families at Retreat

We want to ensure that you are able to intimately connect with Christ while at your retreat intensive

without the distractions of your family responsibilities. For this reason, Holy Yoga does not allow any

family members on campus during the retreat and students are required to remain on campus for the

duration of your Holy Yoga experience. We understand this is a challenge for some of our students, so

we ask you to pray through any concerns and know that the Lord wants to meet you in a powerful way.

To make sure you have the full experience He has prepared for you, we do not make exceptions to this

requirement.

Instructor Training Retreat Intensive Option

● Nov 4th – 9th, 2018 at Castaway Club near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

**NOTE** You are responsible for arranging and paying for travel to/from Hector International

Airport (FAR). The cost of the shuttle to/from Castaway Club is covered in tuition.

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225 Instructor Training Syllabus

Session 1

● Expectations, homework requirements,

meet the team

● Purpose vs. calling in our Christian walk

Session 2

● Process of Revelation bible study, co-

habitation with Christ

● What is yoga? What makes Holy Yoga

holy?

● History of yoga

● Yoga and religion

● Branches of classical yoga

● Health benefits of yoga

● Introduction to energy concepts

Session 3

● Process of Revelation bible study, co-

crucifixion with Christ

● Energetic concepts

● Mudras

● Locks (concepts and anatomy)

● Engagement, alignment, and gaze in

your practice

Session 4

● Process of Revelation bible study, the

liminal space

● Breath work: creator vs. counselor

breath

● Intro to meditation concepts

● Intro to weaving God’s Word in your

classes

● Intro to seated postures

Session 5

● Process of Revelation bible study, co-

anticipation and the inheritance in

Christ

● Seated poses

● Intro to standing poses

Session 6

● Bible study/weekly meditation

discussion

● Standing poses

● Balancing poses

Session 7

● Bible study/weekly meditation

discussion

● Arm balances

● Inversion poses

Session 8

● Bible study/weekly meditation

discussion

● Back bending poses

● Twisting poses

Session 9

● Bible study/weekly meditation

discussion

● Forward bending poses

● Reclining and relaxation poses

● Flowing sequences

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Retreat Intensive Sample Schedule Sunday

Travel to retreat location

Please refer to Travel Document

Bring personal belongings and training manual. Sign waiver and release and be shown to sleeping

quarters.

4:00-4:45pm Arrival

4:45-5:30pm Introductions, Opening Intention and the HY Story

5:30-6:00pm Intro to Prayer & Meditation with Jill Fisk

6:00-6:30pm Posture Breakdown

6:30-7:30pm Dinner

7:30-8:30pm Posture Breakdown

8:30-9:30pm Holy Yoga Gentle Practice with Brooke Boon

Monday

6:15-7:00am Prayer & Meditation with Jill Fisk

7:00-8:05am Holy Yoga Slow Flow

8:15-8:45am Breakfast

8:45-9:30am Bible Study

9:30-10:15pm Small Groups

10:30-1:00pm Anatomy

1:00-2:00pm Lunch

2:00-4:30pm Anatomy cont.

4:45-5:15pm Posture Breakdown

5:15-6:00pm Posture Breakdown

6:30-7:30pm Dinner

8:00-10:00pm Small Group Testimonials

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Testimonials I praise the Lord for the opportunity Holy Yoga has given me to step out in my faith- I can't wait to teach a class

with God's words spoken and sent out- God allows it to comfort, to inspire, to steady and strengthen, and bear

fruit! I pray to grow in obedience to his call.

Donna Fischer, R-HYI - New Jersey

Tears flow just thinking of the gift of life today, and how out of this season, Holy Yoga found me, and my calling

was revealed. After my husband prayed over me last night before I went to my class, he reminded me of when we

were dating and how I always longed to be passionate about my "work" and ministry, but that I had no clue as to

what that is. This is it. It truly is. “You let the distress bring you to God, not drive you from him. The result is all gain ,

no loss...We never regret that kind of pain" 2 Corinthians 7, The Msg. I feel BEYOND blessed to have studied at HY. I

honestly have no words to describe the love I have for Holy Yoga and my desire to bring it to all that I know.

Sara Jean Johnson, R-HYI – Colorado

The Scripture based Holy Yoga online training transformed my relationship with Christ by putting me in touch with

a prayer community of unconditional love. As a survivor of child abuse and of a recent violent carjacking my spirit

was lagging. I needed rejuvenation and Holy Yoga Instructor Training provided a reconnection with body, mind,

heart and soul! My HYI partner and I are forever connected. I highly recommend Holy Yoga Instructor training if you

want to transform your connection to Christ, need a prayerful support network of loving Christians and want to

spread Christ's peaceful healing to all!

June Beyer, R-HYI

The community I experienced during retreat was overwhelming. WE encouraged one another in the different paths

we are on in our lives and developed what I felt were heart felt, life-long connections. I have NEVER been a part of

something so incredible and I was changed as a person of God for the better.

Robin Norgren, R-HYI - Graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary

He gave my heart a safe place to land where I could be before Him on my mat and see others struggling before the

Lord... and it was ok! He gave me brothers and sisters, while diverse and from varying backgrounds, at the end of

the day wanted one thing... more of Jesus! So, if you want to be, "welcomed as Christ has welcomed you, for the

glory of God" (Romans 15:7, ESV), then Holy Yoga is a safe place to experience it and you'll be glad you did.

Shaun Harris, R-HYI