ZEN•GA™ is a teaching modality that consciously connects the body and the mind through innovative programming. This evolved methodology is a synthesis of movement applications that have been used for many years, along with information that is only recently being brought to the forefront. Throughout the work, the power lies not only in the movement itself, but rather on a purposeful intention while we move. Through intention and imagery, ZEN•GA will unleash the body from tension and bring more clarity to the mind. We use various props to support the body and to create a focal point to direct our breath allowing for more fl uidity and ease in the physical body.
Foundation Course Objectives
Upon completion of the ZEN•GA Instructor Foundation course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion designating you as a ZEN•GA Instructor. You will have learned everything you need to:
1. Explain the origins of ZEN•GA and be able to define what it is.
2. Summarize the ZEN•GA principles – Breath, Support, Yield, Flow – and explain how they are incorporated in movement.
3. Teach a ZEN•GA Foundation class to any level participant.
4. Effectively teach ZEN•GA programming to a client at any level.
5. Explore foundational movement patterns and the fascial system through movement.
6. Experience programming ideas that bring the principles to application.
ZEN•GA™ Instructor Foundation Course, Mat - Level 1
Course Description
The ZEN•GA Mat Course will help us explore the foundational principles that make up the method and apply them to movement programs designed to help reach the desired goals.This is a seven-hour in-class training (plus one-hour break); and some yoga or other mind-body training is highly recommended.
CECs: 0.7 STOTT PILATES and other organizations
Equipment used in the course
Mat (yoga or Pilates), Flex-Band® (regular strength), 7" Mini Stability Ball™, 10" Mini Stability Ball™ & 12” Mini Stability Ball™
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ZEN•GA™ Instructor Foundation Course, Equipment – Level 1
Course Description
The Equipment programs created through the ZEN•GA approach to movement allow us to utilize the unique quality of spring resistance. The coiling and uncoiling quality of the springs creates a more fluid, resilient body. The ZEN•GA Equipment Course will help us explore the principles that make up the method and apply them to movement programs designed to reach the desired goals. This is a seven-hour in-class training (plus one-hour break); and some yoga or other mind-body training is highly recommended.
CECs: 0.7 STOTT PILATES and other organizations
Equipment used in the course
V2 Max Plus™ Reformers, Vinyasa Triangle, Padded Platform Extender, Jumpboard, 10" Mini Stability Ball™ & 12” Mini Stability Ball™
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Prerequisite – These courses are intended for those already working in the fields of fitness or movement who hold a related certification and/or degree. Individuals who do not possess this background may still participate in the courses and will be issued a letter of completion, but will not be granted an instructor qualification. A history of participation in fitness or movement is highly recommended for anyone wishing to take these courses.