Yoga Integration® Instructor Certification Program (ICP) ALL LEVELS 2023 STUDENT AGREEMENT + POLICIES 

 

Thank you for applying for our training program! Please review the following information carefully to ensure this training is a good fit for you. Only those who are ready and able to make a full 1-year commitment, attend the 11-day retreat in-person, and adhere to all guidelines should apply.

 

Yoga Integration® ICP is an in depth training program that will require physical, mental, and emotional commitment. The program provides extensive yoga teacher training and offers the tools to help set each student up for success: foundational understanding of how to teach therapeutic and flow yoga in a mixed-level class setting, create treatment recommendations for private clients, offer online programs, and lead Yoga Integration® Retreats in an inclusive and empowered way. 

 

Yoga Integration® ICP exceeds many, but not all, Yoga Alliance standards for 200-hour yoga teacher training hours in “teaching, training and practice”, ”teaching methodology”, “anatomy”, and “practicum”. However, The Yoga Integration® ICP is NOT an approved YA RYT program

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) MISSION STATEMENT

Yoga Integration® strives to cultivate an environment for learning and healing where everyone may be seen and heard. We acknowledge systems of oppression and take into consideration the power of our influence, privilege and our positioning to impact positive and healing change in the yoga culture as ICP members and Yoga Integration® Instructors .

 

As a member of the ICP we strive to conduct ourselves in a manner that demonstrates our commitment to increasing access in an equitable way to all seeking knowledge of yoga and healing. Equity is particularly necessary for those who have historically and systemically had their voices quieted. Our intention is to amplify all people and their voices in effort to equalize contribution to each conversation. 

 

We do so in a number of ways:

1) Commitment not to teach each other unless others have given consent to be taught on the subject.  

2) Assume positive intent. As we grow and learn together, anticipate that mistakes may be made as we reframe our language and perspective. 

4) Provide space to allow each other to speak freely, inviting opportunities for teachable moments. By allowing ourselves to be taught and transformed it allows us to become more inclusive as Yoga Integration® Instructors aligned with the mission of serving all people. 

 

These commitments will impact social justice and liberation for all people through intentional professional public presence and individual interactions. 

 

Thank you in advance for the important part you are choosing to play in changing paradigms and the impact your position will make towards a more equitable and accessible space to heal. 

STUDENT AGREES TO:

• commit to 10-15 hours a week for the 50 week program plus the 11 day intensive retreat, an estimated 650-715 total hours 
• complete all required training/curriculum and fully participate in the in-person retreat in order to earn certification
• accurately log actual time spent in the ICP BETA cohort
• read, understand, and follow all policies.
• pay all tuition fees to Balanced Practice LLC/Yoga Integration® and be responsible for payment of any collection fees or attorney fees incurred by Balanced Practice LLC should payment default. 
• conduct themselves in a manner that demonstrates commitment to the DEI Mission Statement of Yoga Integration® 

STUDENT UNDERSTANDS THAT:

• data collection is required to assess “real hours” spent completing the program and that the information is required by ICP administration to make quality adjustments and set more precise expectations for future ICP participants.
• it is their responsibility to sustain a healthy lifestyle, eating habits and sleep patterns during and after the Yoga Integration® ICP.  
• they are solely responsible for seeking medical care should medical attention be needed before, during or after Yoga Integration® ICP. Additionally, Balanced Practice LLC and/or Crystal Bricker (Oostema) are not responsible for any costs or fees related to said care. 
• completion of the program does not imply or guarantee job placement with Yoga Integration® or any other establishment. 
• displaying violent/verbal/physical abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, or any other abrasive/inappropriate behavior will result in immediate expulsion of the program, without refund of any monies paid, regardless of time completed. 

YOGA INTEGRATION® RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:

• reschedule program start date(s) and class times for any reason.
• accept or deny any Yoga Integration® ICP applicants at will
• withdraw any student from the program at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to: unsatisfactory progress, nonpayment of tuition, failure to abide by Yoga Integration® ICP policies and procedures.
• immediately withdraw any student, without refund, for displaying violent/verbal/physical abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, or any other abrasive/inappropriate behavior. 

CURRICULUM COMPLETION TIMELINE

• Yoga Integration® ICP is a 12-month comprehensive training program. 
• Students are expected to complete the curriculum in accordance with the timeline established by Yoga Integration®. 
• If the student has not completed all  Yoga Integration® ICP online requirements by the close of the 12-month curriculum period, a complimentary 30-day grace period will be extended.  
• If the curriculum is still not completed within the 30-day grace period, students may choose to extend their completion date and contract additional support in an effort to receive their certification.
• Yoga Integration® ICP extensions will be granted on a case-by-case basis and will require a monthly retainer agreement of $750/month until distance learning curriculum is completed. A maximum of 3 monthly extensions will be allowed. 
• If the student still has not completed the curriculum after the 3rd extension month, they will no longer be eligible for a certificate of completion unless they choose to re-enroll in the Yoga Integration® ICP program by submitting an application, paying the current enrollment rate, and completing all requirements of the current program. 
• Students who complete the virtual curriculum but are unable or unwilling to attend the Yoga Integration® ICP retreat may be eligible (with program director approval) to use the Yoga Integration® brand and trademark professionally as a “Yoga Integration® Informed Teacher” with a passing score on an equivalency test. Permission will be granted on a case-by-case basis. 

 

2023 TRAINING SCHEDULE 

Our 2023 Yoga Integration® ICP is a 12 month commitment (~April 4, 2023-~April 24, 2024) The training schedule will require live attendance or instructor approved misses (subject to change) as follows:

• Two 90-minute live training sessions on Zoom every other week.

Absentee procedure for approved misses—watch recording of missed class and submit video feedback within 7-days of missed session.

• 12 hours/week of additional time investment. This includes assigned 1-hour mat practices 3x per week, pre-recorded videos, live Zoom meetings, reading, anatomy artwork, business building, and more.
• 11-Day immersion retreat with closing/graduation ceremony, (dates and location TBA)

TIME INVESTMENT SUMMARY

25 LIVE WEEKS | TWO 90-MIN ZOOM CLASSES = 75 HOURS LIVE CLASS

25 LIVE WEEKS | 3 HOURS DIY PER WEEK = 75 HOURS DIY

26 SELF PACED WEEKS | 5 DIY CONTENT PER WEEK = 130 HOURS

3 HOURS YOGA PRACTICE PER WEEK = 156 HOURS

WEEKLY PRACTICE REVIEWS | 1.5 HOURS PER WEEK = 75 HOURS 

WEEKLY CALL TO ANSWER POSTED QUESTIONS = 52 HOURS 

10 DAY RETREAT = 90 HOURS IN-PERSON IMMERSIVE LEARNING

TUITION + PAYMENT PLANS 

• EARLY BETA ENROLLMENT $5000
• Special NO FEE EARLY BETA ENROLLMENT Payment Plan

• $2500 deposit
• 3 auto-payments of $834/monthly for 3 months beginning 20 days after deposit. 

• EARLY BIRD SPECIAL APPLY and pay in full by 3/1/20123 - $5,500
• Enroll for BETA cohort by April 1, 2023 and pay in full for just $6000
• Delay & Layaway Offer

• Enroll before February 1, 2023 with a deposit of $333
• Make 9 monthly payments of $555 March-November 2023
• Attend Fall Cohort Projected to Begin September 2023

 

NOTE ON TUITION: ALL TUITION PAYMENTS ARE FINAL / NON REFUNDABLE. NO EXCEPTIONS. YOU CANNOT CANCEL AN AUTOPAY CONTRACT. 

APPLICATION PROCESS 

1. Apply by filling out our simple online form
2. Schedule your admissions interview
3. Read and sign Policies & Procedures, Student Agreement, and Release of Liability Waiver
4. Make your deposit or pay in full 
5. Complete ICP Intake Form  

BENEFITS OF ENROLLMENT

• A comprehensive Yoga Integration® ICP digital training manual 
• AlignedAF monthly MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED (12 MONTH DURATION) ● 50% affiliate commissions on all of Yoga Integration’s online course content and memberships
• 25% affiliate commissions on all Yoga Integration® Retreats referrals

BETA COHORT ADDITIONAL PRIVILEGES: 

• Content creation based on your specific needs and questions. The more engaged and inquisitive you are, the more I will teach and create tools specifically for you.
• Retake quizzes as many times as you need to pass within approved time frame (80% or better) 
• Two 1-hour 1:1 calls with Crystal to address anything not already covered in recorded content ($320 value) 
• Opportunity to assist a Yoga Integration® Retreat, all expenses paid & $2k bonus for selling out roster
• Opportunity to lead a Yoga Integration® Retreat with Crystal assisting and earn 70% commission for every guest you enroll, all expenses paid. 
• Opportunity to host Crystal in your community to help introduce Yoga Integration and your new offers
• 1 year VOXER access to Crystal when creating/marketing/delivering your courses and treatment plans 
• Scripts to promote workshops and private movement lessons
• Swipe copy & graphics for social media / marketing promotion 
• 11-day immersion retreat 

STUDENT MANUAL 

Our training is largely based on the The Yoga Integration® ICP manual which will be provided to the BETA cohort one chapter at a time. Future cohorts will receive the entire digital manual once paid in full.  

REQUIRED PROPS

Students will be responsible for purchasing the following props and books to participate in the program. 

• Yoga Mat
• Cork Yoga Blocks
• 10ft D Ring Strap (1-2)
• Yoga Blanket (2)
• Bolster
• Super pinky balls (2) and/or Franklin Balls (set of 2) as an alternative to pinky balls or additional tool
• Large sized massage ball for abdominal work and more
• Standard Pro Foam Roller OR Soft Pro Foam Roller / MELT method roller as an alternative to firm “standard” roller 

All props can be reviewed and purchased here yogaintegration.org/products

REQUIRED READING LIST (AVAILABLE ON AMAZON) 

1) Yoga Anatomy (Third Edition), by Leslie Kaminoff 

2) Anatomy Trains: Myofascial Meridians for Manual Therapists and Movement Professionals, by Tom Meyers 

 

RECOMMENDED READING (NOT REQUIRED) 

3)  The Key Muscles of Yoga by Ray Long; Bandha Yoga; Scientific Keys 

TEACHING YOGA: ESSENTIAL FOUNDATIONS AND TECHNIQUES, by Mark Stevens 

4) The Courage to Teach, by Parker J Palmer

5) ROLFING, by Ida P Rolf, PhD

6) The Female Pelvis Anatomy & Exercises, by Blandine Calais-Germain

7) Out in the Open, by R. Louis Schultz PhD

8) Anatomy Coloring Book, by Wynn Kapit and Lawrence M. Elson 

9) Yoga Sutras commentary, by BKS Iyengar 

10) Anatomy of Hatha Yoga: A manual for Students, Teachers and Practitioners, by H David Coulter 

 

NON COMPETE CLAUSE

During the time that the student engages with Yoga Integration®/Balanced Practice LLC and for a period of 6 months after termination of the Yoga Integration® ICP, the student will not directly or indirectly solicit business from customers, clients, or prospective clients of Yoga Integration®, Balanced Practice LLC or Crystal Bricker (Oostema). Additionally, the student will not directly or indirectly solicit any employee or student contractor of Yoga Integration® for employment elsewhere during this non-compete period.

 

REGISTERED TRADEMARK 

The student understands that Yoga Integration® is a registered trademark and using the Yoga Integration® brand is only permitted under the organization of Balanced Practice LLC. Students agree to not use the trademark without the expressed consent from Balanced Practice LLC and Yoga Integration®.

 

I have read this agreement thoroughly, understand and agree to all the terms and conditions of Yoga Integration®, ICP, and their mission. 

 

By signing below, I understand that I am responsible for my own health and mental stability during the training. I agree that I am responsible for seeing medical attention at my own cost if needed.

 

By signing below, I agree that I have been cleared by my primary doctor, or another medical professional to participate in physical activity, yoga, and other strenuous activities. I also agree and understand that Yoga Integration® ICP, Crystal Bricker (Oostema), and/or Balanced Practice LLC are not, in any way, responsible for any personal items, medical fees or work compensation before, during or after my affiliation with Balanced Practice LLC and Yoga Integration® ICP.

 

My signature below signifies that I have read and understand all aspects of this agreement and do recognize my legal responsibilities in regards to this contract.