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* In accordance with the world renowned standards of the Yoga Alliance.
Standards in yoga are getting higher and more stringent, and working with children is no exception. The Yoga Alliance RCYT (Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher) qualification is becoming increasingly mandatory in public and private settings due to the professional standards it demands of it’s teachers. The Indiv Yoga RCYT Kids Yoga Teacher Training Course is the best way to expand the range of people you can bring your yoga teaching to, or deepen your skills and tools if in a child-care related profession* (see Eligibility for Certification). This yoga teacher training course is for anyone who would like to learn how to add yoga for children to their current profession in a child-care/education related profession or add a RCYT certification to their current yoga teacher training qualification.
Charlie Stewart-Brown is one of a handful of teachers in Europe certified with the Yoga Alliance to lead this RCYT 95 hr course – renowned as the most comprehensive kids yoga teacher training course in the world!
Charlie is the voice of the British Airways flights on-board yoga program and has been a writer for Autism Parenting Magazine. She has also spoken at numerous corporate events, and seminars promoting mindfulness ie. The SGIS (Swiss Group of International Schools) and WBCSD (World Business Council for Sustainable Development) annual conferences.
Accommodation: There are many rooms to rent around the center of Nyon on Airbnb. For well priced hotels near the studio we recommend B&B Hotel Nyon or the Nyon Hostel which has very nice private bedrooms. Also reasonably priced in the next town and on the lake is the Hotel de la Plage a Gland, and there are many hotels near the Geneva Cornavin train station (15 mins by train from the studio in Nyon). Please check public transport options from your accommodation to Yoga Moves Studio in Nyon.
Brigitte Lawler2023-11-02I just attended the Yoga & Buddhist Meditation Retreat in Schwarzee (Switzerland). What an amazing experience! I was hoping for a few days to disconnect and recharge, but I got so much more out of it. Charlie is an amazing teacher and guide. She takes you through the practices of yoga, mindfulness, meditation and buddhist teachings in a way that is educational, serene and with a bit of cheeky humour. The facilities are amazing, awesome location. Such interesting people in our group. It was the perfect balance of learning, recharging, relaxing, socialising, solo-time. Ready to sign up for the next one. Thank you Charlie ????Ellen O'Connell2023-10-05I have recently completed Charlie's 200hr RYT training course in a beautiful homely villa in Portugal. I initially signed up for the course with the sole aim of learning more to benefit my own practice and honestly never really planned on teaching. However, the learning and growing I experienced in our magical bubble over the two weeks, has sparked a new found confidence and desire to share and teach. This course is jam packed with learnings, you will be tired, BUT you will be so excited waking up every morning wondering what you will learn that day! This course was an experience of a lifetime thanks to Charlie and the incredible ladies I was lucky enough to share it with. If you're considering this course, do it!!Pame Mto2023-03-15I attended Charlie’s retreat at Schwarzsee and I am very happy I did. It was very well organized, with sessions of meditation, yoga (all levels), walks in nature and delicious vegetarian meals. All of this while enjoying great conversations with Charlie and the other participants. I would definitely recommend this retreat and Charlie as a great yoga/ meditation teacher. It was such a lovely weekend. I am very grateful for this experience.Laura Boehner2023-03-15I participated in Charlie’s yoga retreat at the Schwarzsee and had a wonderful time. The retreat was very well organized with a nice mix of mediation, yoga, relaxation, activities, and social time. The yoga sessions were accommodating and inclusive for all levels. As a beginner to meditation, I felt well supported to learn, explore, and apply the practices that Charlie shared. The retreat was a super opportunity to unplug from the day-to-day.Tijana Balac Nilsen2023-03-14Charlie has managed to turn a sceptic like me into a devoted yogi after three and a half days full of yoga and meditation. Small and intimate group, a teacher that sees you and shares her wisdom in a funny and accessible way. Wonderful surroundings and great company. Highly recommended for anyone who needs a recharge of body and the mind.Raika Kroontjes2023-02-04I had a wonderful time at Charlie’s YTT (Yoga Teacher Training) in Portugal! I can not think of a better teacher to have taught me and a more joyful experience she created for us. The location, accommodation, teachings, practices but especially Charlie was truly wonderful! I can highly recommend to anyone looking to learn more about yoga and becoming a teacher themselves to do it with Charlie 🙂Csilla Janó2022-10-18I participated in the Meditation and Yoga Weekend Retreat with Charlie. She organized a wonderful weekend with very nice people on this retreat in a beautiful setting at Schwarzsee. The yoga classes to move our bodies, the calming meditation and breathwork sessions, and also the mindfulness walk around the lake to the waterfall were very well composed with a nice balance for the whole weekend. The food was very tasty and nourishing with carefully taking into consideration all the allergies of the participants. I highly recommend the Indiv Yoga retreats to anyone - either advanced Yogi or a beginner - because Charlie is a wonderful and experienced teacher who looks out for all her students with great care.Marina Smilova2022-07-08Enjoyed every moment with INDIV YOGA ????❤️ Thank you CharlieJulie Zufferey2021-06-28I took part in the yoga retreat in Zermatt and I strongly recommend it to everyone ! The location, the organisation, the people around - everything was so lovely. And the most important : Charlie is a wonderful teacher, giving explanations about what yoga truely is. I am feeling like a "new me", I love yoga even more now ☺️Mariana Loleva2021-06-23I am so fortunate to have joint Charlie’s IndivYoga retreat in Jun’21 and be my first yoga retreat to attend. Thanks to Charlie’s high standards, exemplary knowledge and experience, immense passion and well-being qualities, I had an amazing eye opening, energetic and mindful yogic experience during the three days together. The program is structured with balanced yoga practices, meditations and mindfulness learnings and flawlessly carried out in a top noch location and facilities. If I could I would give 10 out of 5 stars and without a doubt I will do it again.
charlotte heron2024-04-19What a brilliant learning experience and lovely yoga community to go back home with. Charlie is an incredibly knowledgable yoga teacher and has created a 2 week course focused on you becoming a competent yoga teacher, which I loved. We were teaching by day 3 and I left feeling confident to teach (and sequence) a 75 minute class. Due to the nature of the 2 weeks, so much information is packed into the course and a lot of time spent reading/studying as well as practicing. My only comment would be it would’ve been great to have more yoga lessons with Charlie herself as she has a wealth of knowledge, but due to a packed schedule and the focus being on our own teaching progression I’m not sure where we could’ve fitted this in on a daily basis! I have left with a much stronger personal practice as well as a deeper understanding of the history of yoga and mediation methods. I’d highly recommend this course for anyone looking to deep dive into yoga and hone their skills as a teacher in an immersive experience.Edson R.2023-11-21I recently completed the 200-hour yoga teacher training with Charlie, and it was a truly life-changing experience ! The course is pretty intense - but its comprehensive curriculum covered all aspects of yoga, from its rich history and philosophy to anatomy, class planning, and lots of opportunities and feedback to start practicing our teaching. The villa, with its beautiful garden and pool in Portugal, provided the perfect backdrop for this inspiring learning experience. Charlie truly goes above and beyond to ensure each student receives the utmost from the program. Her passion for yoga is palpable, and she generously shares her vast knowledge not only of the practice itself but also the intricacies of the yoga business. The personal growth I experienced - not only as a Yogi, but also off the mat - was beyond my expectations. If you're seeking a yoga teacher training that combines depth of knowledge, practical teaching opportunities, and a nurturing environment, look no further.Kristina Krasteva2023-11-17Thank you, Charlie, for this beautiful experience! The YTT in Carvoeiro was very insightful, full of hard work and lots of laughs. Charlie is an inspiring teacher and we all gained a lot of knowledge and motivation!Luxi Wang-Gauthier2023-11-17I did my 200h YTT certification with Charlie, it was absolutely wonderful ! The amount of knowledge and wisdom you get is incredible ! Charlie as a teacher is amazing, she is authentic and really passionate about teaching, and she is always here for us. As a person, she is one of the best people I’ve met, with a pure heart and good intention. I couldn’t ask for a better teacher for my YTT ! I highly highly recommend her if you want to deepen your knowledge of yoga, not only on the physical aspect but also on the philosophy, history, different types of yoga, meditation, this course what what you need !Simona Caggiu2023-11-17I'm so grateful for this beautiful experience. An inspiring teacher that teached me a lot. I would highly recommend the course to anyone. Thank you Charlie!Linda M2023-11-17Je voudrais remercier Charlie pour notre formation 200hYTT au Portugal en nov 2023. Les deux semaines ont été parfaitement organisées autour du Yoga ! Charlie a une grande expérience de la discipline , est très disponible pour toutes questions au besoin. Elle a su créer une atmosphère pour que chacun d'entre nous puisse s'épanouir et réussir (8personnes). Je recommande fortement Charlie pour le cœur , le sérieux et l'implication que l'on peut ressentir dans son travail et la transmission de son savoir. Merci encore !Ekber Menemencioglu2023-11-16Dear Charlie, Thank you for a wonderful retreat. While I did a lot of yoga and mediation at a much younger age I stopped. Work, growing children was a wonderful experience. I have finally retired. Thanks to your retreat I have started to walk on the path again. Thank you again Charlie you are a wonder worker. Ekber
– to receive the Indiv Yoga Switzerland Kids Yoga 95hrs Course Certificate of completion*
– to receive the Yoga Alliance RCYT (Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher) Teacher Training Course Certificate **
* On successful completion of the course, students will receive an Indiv Yoga™ Kids 95hrs Course Certificate. This is a complimentary certificate for those wanting to bring yoga and mindfulness techniques to their child-care related work or as a parent. This does not certify you as a Yoga Alliance RCYT Kids Yoga Teacher.
** Yoga teachers with a Yoga Alliance recognised 200hrs Teacher Training Course certificate or higher, will receive the Yoga Alliance RCYT (Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher) certificate. They are eligible for RCYT status after successful completion of the course, plus an additional 30 hours of practice teaching children, and will be recognised as a Yoga Alliance certified Kids Yoga Teacher worldwide.
Charlie began practicing yoga and meditation over 27 years ago as a recommendation for her severe anxiety, and has been teaching for over 15 years to people of all ages and abilities. With over 1300 hrs of training and 23,000 hrs of teaching, she is also the lead trainer on the Indiv Yoga 200 hrs YTT & RCYT Kids Yoga Teacher Training Courses, having certified over 400 students worldwide. She is the voice of the ‘Yoga and Mindfulness Program’ on British Airways long-haul flights, has spoken at many seminars and corporate workshops, and runs exclusive yoga and meditation retreats during the year.
Originally from London and having worked in New York and Lisbon after her Psychology degree, she has since settled with her husband in Switzerland, and dedicated her life to expanding her knowledge of the science of yoga, mindful meditation and better physical and mental health.
Over the years Charlie has trained with some of the most renowned yoga teachers around the world (David Swenson, Shiva Rea, Anne-Marie Newland, Leslie Kaminoff, Sadie Nardini, Sonia Sumar etc) certifying in Hatha, Sivanada, Ashtanga, Childrens and Family Yoga, Yoga for the Special Child, & Inner Engineering with Sadhguru. She has become highly respected for her successful work in yoga therapy, especially for Autism, ADHD and other behavioural and developmental syndromes. She has also talked at some of the biggest corporations in Switzerland and the annual SGIS (Swiss Group of International Schools) Conference on implementing Mindfulness in the work place and the education system.
Charlie holds the highest yoga qualifications as an ERYT500 (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), RCYT (Registered Children´s Yoga Teacher), RPYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher) and YCEP (Yoga Continued Education Provider) with the Yoga Alliance, and has developed Indiv Yoga™ to bring a more physiological, therapeutic and individual approach to yoga and meditation. Indiv Yoga™ Switzerland is a RYS (registered yoga school) and RCYS (registered children’s yoga school) providing Yoga Alliance teacher training certifications of the highest professional standards.
Read her online testimonials and qualifications for a feel of her knowledgeable and friendly professionalism.
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Indiv Yoga was created in 2009 by ERYT500 Charlie Stewart-Brown. It provides Yoga and Meditation Retreats, Yoga Alliance 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training Course and the RCYT Kids Yoga Teacher Training Course, seminars and online courses. It is based in Nyon (1260) Switzerland.
Resources
[FREE] Guide:
Why Certify As A Kids Yoga Teacher
THE STUDIES & BENEFITS OF TEACHING YOGA, PRANAYAMA & MEDITATION TO CHILDREN 2 – 15 YRS OLD & FAMILY YOGA CLASSES
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The Business of Teaching Yoga for Certified Teachers
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