800 Hour I AM Yoga Therapy™ Professional Training Application
With Gurudev Shri Amritji, Kamini Desai, Ph.D, Chandrakant, Nirali Lauren McCrea and Carol Lampman
Open Dates
IMPORTANT Pre-Qualification Notes
Thank you for your interest in our 800 Hour Yoga Therapy™ Professional Training. You will receive notice of acceptance or denial of admittance into this program within 60-days of submitting this application. Upon approval you will be registered for the 800 Hour I AM Yoga Therapy™ Professional Training. If you are accepted into the program our Program Director will reach out to you for an interview to discuss your learning objectives, order of taking the Modules and be available to answer questions.
Start Date of Enrollment: This training takes a minimum of two years and a maximum of 4 years to complete. The start date for you enrollment would be as soon as your application is accepted. Upon acceptance of the application form the clock will start on the time period for completion of the 800 Hour I AM Yoga Therapy™ Professional Training and you will have 4 years to complete it.
Once enrolled and accepted into the program you will be given a special discount code to enter when you register for Modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 above to get an additional 10% off tuition. To get the early bird price on top of that you need to register for desired program at least 60 days prior to the start of the program.
Have your payment information ready as there is a $400 non-refundable application fee due at the time of form submission and your credit card information will be required to finalize this application. If your application is not accepted you will be refunded minus a $50 processing fee.
Note: The tuitions you may have already paid for programs you have taken will not be discounted retroactively, regardless of pricing published in 800HR I AM Yoga Therapy™ promotions or advertising. If you enroll after we are Accredited by IAYT you will have to re-take any Modules that you have already taken as part of this program. This can be done at 50% off the program price for each program that you need to re-take.
Pre-Requisites
1. Either I AM Yoga® Teacher Training (Level 1) or a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training from another school
2. Posture of Consciousness Intensive (POCI) – Please note: I AM Yoga® Level 1 graduates are not required to take this.
3. One-year of yoga teaching experience
4. One year practicing yoga
*Note: One year teaching experience, and one year of personal practice may occur concurrently.
Distance Learning Course(s) Pre-requisites:
1. Have access to a computer.
2. Have access to a phone or video conferencing.
3. Have an electronic device to view course materials, and an email account.
4. Have the ability to record and email the recordings to your mentor.
Program Costs
| IAYT Program | Residential Modules | Nights | Room and Board | Reg Price w/o R&B | EB Price w/o R&B | Additional 10% off w/o R&B |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | Module 1 – I AM Yoga Nidra™ Professional Training | 10 | $600.00 | $2,580.00 | $2,322.00 | $2,089.80 |
| Residential | Module 2 – I AM Yoga Therapy™ Training | 12 | $720.00 | $2,450.00 | $2,205.00 | $1,984.50 |
| Residential | Module 3 – Integral Breath with Carol – Part 1 and 2 | 9 | $540.00 | $1,925.00 | $1,925.00 | $1,732.50 |
| Residential | Module 4 – I AM Yoga Nidra™ Advanced Training | 6 | $360.00 | $1,600.00 | $1,440.00 | $1,296.00 |
| Residential | Module 5 – I AM Yoga® Advanced Training Meditation in Motion | 18 | $1,080.00 | $1,680.00 | $1,512.00 | $1,360.80 |
| Residential | Module 9 – Putting it Together | 4 | $240.00 | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $900.00 |
| $- | ||||||
| Distance Learning Modules | $- | $2,578.22 | $2,578.22 | $2,320.40 | ||
| Distance Learning | Module 6 -Anatomy & Physiology, Applied Anatomy, Applied Psychology | 0 | $- | |||
| Distance Learning | Module 7 – Principles of Ayurveda | 0 | $- | |||
| Distance Learning | Module 8 – General Assessment | 0 | $- | |||
| Distance Learning | Module 10 – Practicum | 0 | $- | |||
| Application Enrollment Fee – Non-Refundable | $400.00 | $400.00 | $400.00 | |||
| Total Residential Price | $11,235.00 | $10,404.00 | $9,363.60 | |||
| Total Distance Learning Price | $2,578.22 | $2,578.22 | $2,320.40 | |||
| Sub-total Price without Room and Board (R&B) Price | $14,213.22 | $13,382.22 | $12,084.00 | |||
| Total R&B Price | 59 | $3,540.00 | $3,540.00 | $3,540.00 | ||
| Total Cost including R&B | $17,753.22 | $16,922.22 | $15,624.00 | |||
| Not Included: Estimated Additional Costs: | ||||||
| Books | $200.00 | |||||
| Yoga Therapy Props | $200.00 | |||||
| Travel to and From Training Location | $400-$5000 |
Please note that if you have previously taken any of these programs the price you paid stands and account credits or discounts will not be given to match these prices.
Once accepted into the program, you will be given a special discount code to enter when you register for Modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 above to get the prices listed above in green. To get the early bird price you need to register for desired program at least 60 days prior to the start of the program.
Non-Discrimination Policy
The Amrit Yoga Institute follows all applicable federal and state laws and regulations and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex or sexual preference, ethnic origin, or disability.
Cancellation and Refund Policies
Amrit Yoga Institute may cancel a program at any time. If Amrit Yoga Institute cancels a program for which you are registered, you will receive a full refund. We will not refund travel costs.
800 Hour I AM Yoga Therapy™ Professional Training:
- Enrollment fee of $400 is non-refundable unless your application is denied. In this case, you will be refunded minus a $50 administration fee.
- Distance Learning and Residential Portion of the Program (follow the standard cancellation policy below for each program, treated as individual programs rather than one large program for the purpose of the cancellation policy)
There is a non refundable $50 processing fee for each cancellation (moving a program from one program to another is considered a cancellation).
You may cancel by contacting the main office during business hours Monday – Friday 9 – 5 EST at 352-685-3001 or by emailing [email protected].
Cancellation prior to 24 hours:
$50 processing fee. All other payments may be refunded or held on account for three (3) years to use for future programs. If you do not use the monies held on account within three (3) years they will be given to the Amrit Yoga Institute as a tax deductible donation. You may request an official letter stating the amount of your donation.
Cancellation within 24 hours or early departure:
Cancellation received within 24 hours prior to start of program (or early departure or no call and no shows)
- $50 processing and
- The greater of minimum deposit OR Program Costs (percentage of days completed and expenses paid that will be deducted) and are non-refundable (such as manuals, cards, teacher payments, event payments, etc.). This would be determined at the time of cancellation.
- Remaining monies beyond the administrative fee and program costs will be held on account for three (3) years to use for future programs. If it is not used within three (3) years the monies will be given to the Amrit Yoga Institute as a tax deductible donation. You may request a tax deductible donation to be made on your behalf to AYI.
- Please note that early departure also includes completing the immersion portion of a program and not returning for the certification portion if you have registered for both as one program.
Cleanse Programs: Cleanse programs have a slightly different cancellation policy due to the up front costs that we incur prior to the start of the program.
$50 processing fee. Your deposit is refundable up to 3 weeks in advance. After that your deposit is non refundable. All other payments are refundable. Minimum deposit is $250.
Deposit Requirements: The greater of $100 or 15% of the final cost at checkout.
All programs must be paid in full prior to your participation. Contact us if you need to discuss strategies for payment in multiple installments.
Upon acceptance, you will receive an orientation packet including details about the curriculum, lodging, directions and other pertinent information. Enrollment in all programs is limited by accommodation space, so please register as soon as possible to guarantee your place in a program.
Payment and Finance Charges
All programs must be paid in full prior to your participation. A minimum deposit equaling the greater of $100 or 15% of the final cost of the program is due to hold your space. Program payments are due in full at least 3 business days prior to the start of the program. Contact us if you need to discuss strategies for payment in multiple installments. We do not accept payment plans so there are no finance charges applicable to any payment.
Student Handbook & Code of Conduct Policy
Scholarships (Financial Aid)
To apply for a scholarship for a program at the Amrit Yoga Institute click the link below (only one individual program at a time, for example, you can apply for a Scholarship for I AM Yoga Nidra™ Professional Training, or the I AM Yoga Therapy™ Training (12 day), but not the entire 800 Hour I AM Yoga Therapy™ Professional Training):
Apply online here.
There are no guarantees that scholarships will be approved and only those most in need are approved.
MyCAA Scholarship
The Amrit Yoga Institute meets Department of Defense eligibility requirements for participating in the SECO Program’s MyCAA scholarship. This means that eligible Military Spouses can receive the following benefits:
- Up to $4,000 in financial assistance from MyCAA.
- Can be applied to help cover tuition costs for the following programs at the Amrit Yoga Institute:
- 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
- 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
To learn more, contact Scott Abhay Arena, Office Administrator who is your Point of Contact (POC); 352-685-3001, Ext 320 or [email protected]
Learn More: MyCAA Fact Sheet!
Also see I AM Yoga® MyCAA Scholarship Program.
Grading and Academic Performance
We grade on a pass/fail scale in accordance with clear criteria. A student is required to pass each module’s requirements and receive a certificate of completion before participating in the next Module. The teacher of each Module and/or mentor will grade all assignments and provide the pass/fail grade. 70% of the IAYT competencies must be demonstrated for a passing grade. If a student does not meet the competencies, they will be given the opportunity to complete the needed portions of the assignment again either during the course of this program or on their own time.
If a student does not pass a second time a mentor or teacher may, at their discretion, ask the student to do further study or retake that particular Module again at their own cost of half the advertised price of the Module.
Leave of Absence or Extension of Completion Request
A student may submit a formal Leave of Absence request or a request for additional time to complete the Yoga Therapy program, to the Director of the Yoga Therapy Program. Each request will be reviewed, Leave of Absence or Extension will be accepted or rejected on a case by case basis. If a student does not complete the Yoga Therapy program within a four-year (4-year) time frame and does not formally request an extension, their enrollment in the Yoga Therapy program will be cancelled without refund.
Lead Teachers
Gurudev Shri Amritji is the first disciple to bring the sacred teachings of the Lord Lakulish (Shiva) and Kripalu Lineage to the West in 1960. Gurudev was personally empowered to give shaktipat by his Guru Swami Shri Kripalvanada. In 1970 Gurudev experienced a spontaneous awakening of the Soul Being Presence that I AM. This was reinforced by a three month meditation retreat in silence and seclusion. He emerged as a spiritual master embodying the rare capacity to transmit profound healing and transformative prana Shakti through energetic transmission. He discovered the body is the book of secrets; it is the temple of prana Shakti, and heart is the center of Shiva consciousness. Gurudev is repeatedly honored by prestigious organizations and world-renowned authorities in the East and West. You can learn more about Gurudev Shri Amritji at https://amritji.org He comes from an ancient lineage of energetic transmission and his teachings have ignited the fire…
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Yogeshwari Kamini Desai, PhD is the author of Yoga Nidra: The Art of Transformational Sleep, has created an exciting and unique body of teachings incorporating western psychology, eastern philosophy and science. Considered an expert in Yoga Nidra Meditation, relaxation, yoga therapy and artful living, her practical and accessible teaching style is welcomed worldwide. In 2012 she was awarded the title Yogeshwari (woman of yogic mastery) for her keen ability to bring ancient illumination to the genuine challenges of the human experience. Her teachings have benefited employees at Sony, Kelloggs, KPN Telecom, Mars Confectionery, the Department of Corrections and Departments of the Netherlands Government. Learn more about Kamini Desai, Ph.D
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Yogacharya, Meditation in Motion™ Lead Revealer Chandrakant is a senior teacher and seminar leader at the Amrit Yoga Institute in Salt Springs, Florida. He prepares, presents and leads professional trainings both nationally and overseas in the Integrated Amrit Method, Amrit Yoga, Amrit Yoga Nidra and the Quantum Breath Meditation, as well as a variety of other yoga and stress-reduction based programs. For the last eight years, Chandrakant has been instrumental in developing and presenting programs for the Amrit Yoga Institute. As a student and practitioner of yoga and meditation with Yogi Amrit Desai for almost forty years, his experience has given him a solid foundation for implementing programs that nurture and encourage positive changes in behavior and understanding through direct perception. In 2008, Yogi Desai bestowed upon Chandrakant the title of Yogacharya, preceptor of Yoga. This is the same title that Swami Shri Kripalunanda bestowed upon Yogi Desai in 1972. Chandrakant…
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Yogacharya and Senior Training Faculty. Nirali synthesizes the power of breath, bodily wisdom and meditative awareness to experientially guide students into the heart of yoga. Finding solace on the mat as a young teen, Nirali has immersed herself in the depths of yoga for 20 years. Inspired to move to the Amrit Yoga Institute in 2009, she has extensively trained in the I AM Yoga® approach ever since. For over a decade, Nirali has helped oversee the development and reach of education offered by the Amrit Yoga Institute and has led seminars across the United States, Canada, Mexico and India. In 2021, she was awarded the title “Yogacharya” by Gurudev Shri Amritji, acknowledging her lifelong dedication to yoga and unique ability to decode and impart its practical and mystical subtleties. Today, she is the lead faculty of the Level 1 I AM Yoga® 200-hour Teacher Training, offers free weekly classes…
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Holistic Therapist Certified Breathwork Instructor Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist Certified Release Therapist A rare and unique individual, Carol’s natural healing presence along with her therapeutic sensitivity and remarkable wisdom inspire ideals of love, compassion and faith from deep within us. Her presence attracts and honors individuals seeking personal transformation, higher awareness and healing. She is a dynamic teacher and mentor known for creating safe and sacred spaces for the process of healing and growth. Carol is an acknowledged speaker and educator, and has presented programs, trainings and workshops for the public in the US, France Italy, Spain, Venezuela and Israel. She maintains a prominent role in the professional community as a facilitator of personal transformation techniques. Her dynamic personality combined with humor and deep respect for the work of the participants has allowed her to establish a strong foundation of support among her peers and colleagues. Carol’s life experience with childhood…
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