Dru Kids and Teens Teacher Training 2024
4 consecutive Sundays online plus a 2 day in-person weekend in Canberra.
This kids yoga training will expand your teaching repertoire, open up new niche business opportunities and let your inner child out to play.
Led by Suzanna Thell, YA registered senior teacher, and experienced Dru team
It's not too late to join!
If you enrol now, you can watch the replay from the first training day (25 Feb) and join us for one or more of the age groups sessions, starting with the Early Childhood age group, Sunday 3 March.
Dru Kids & Teens Teacher Training course (DKT) is designed to inspire, inform and ignite a passion to work with children and teenagers from a Dru perspective. This training will give you a wonderful toolbox to:
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expand your teaching repertoire, bringing joy and creativity to teaching children of all ages - early childhood, middle childhood, teenage and young adults
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open the way for new business opportunities so you can make a living from sharing your love of yoga and meditation with the younger generation
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add another string to your yoga bow making a real difference in the world - ‘You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth.’ Khalil Gibran
Course Structure
The Dru Kids and Teens teacher training is a combination of online training days and an in-person weekend designed to inspire, inform, and ignite a passion to work with children and young adults.
The online component spans over four consecutive Sundays, the first one being the foundations day and the following three Sundays focusing on the different age groups:
Day 1 - Foundations Day:
Lay the groundwork for effective teaching techniques and basic principles of teaching yoga and meditation to young people.
Day 2 - Early Childhood 3-5 year olds
Dive into the magical world of our littlest yogis, our early explorers, fostering their physical and emotional well-being.
Day 3 - Childhood 6 – 12 year olds
Journey into the vibrant world of primary school-aged children, our joyful juniors who like to play and be creative.
Day 4 - Teens and young adults 13-18 year olds
Empower the future leaders of tomorrow during this often challenging and potentially transformative stage of life.
Live Weekend in Canberra: The Heart of the Training!
Experience the magic again of coming together in person for a weekend of fun and connection.
There will also be lesson planning and teaching prac assessments, which will be done in small groups. These are a great opportunity for you to bring together and put into practice what you’ve learnt so you can go out with confidence to share yoga, relaxation and meditation with kids and teens.
Course dates and times in 2024
Day 1: Foundation day. Sunday 25 Feb—10am to 3.30pm AEDT
Day 2: Early Childhood age group. Sunday 3 March—12pm to 5.00pm AEDT
Day 3: Childhood age group. Sunday 10 March—12pm to 5.00pm AEDT
Day 4: Teens and Young Adults age group. Sunday 17 March—12pm to 5.00pm AEDT
Face to face weekend in Canberra: 13 and 14 April—9.30am to 4.30pm AEST
Course tutors
The course will be led by Suzanna Thell, Mariana Suarez, Vanessa Curry and an enthusiastic team of Dru yoga teachers.
Suzanna is the co-creator of the Dru Kids and Teens manual. She is an early childhood educator and has been teaching yoga to young people of all ages over the past 18 years. She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge from developing & teaching kids yoga programs within a successful business model. Suzanna has published her first children’s yoga story, titled Deer-lightful, based on Dru’s EBR 1 sequence. Suzanna is a YA registered senior teacher and is a lead Dru Yoga trainer on courses around Australasia.
Mariana is dynamic Dru Yoga Teacher for 12 years and the creative force behind the Whole-Hearted Girls and Teens Program. Inspired by teaching in the Melbourne Youth Justice Centre, she's on a mission to share these transformative tools with young hearts. From pre-school to primary school, her passion extends to the vibrant energy of teenagers, inspiring both the youth and their parents.
Vanessa is a passionate Dru Yoga Teacher in the Adelaide Hills and has a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. She teaches a couple of yoga classes a week to kids from an age range of 7 to 15. As the mother of 3 teenagers Vanessa feels very strongly in the importance of helping young hearts and minds discover tools that create balance and peace for themselves and others.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for yoga graduates and students-in-training from any tradition.
You may be interested as someone who is:
- a school teacher wanting to bring yoga and meditation into each day, creating calm classrooms with happy kids
- a therapist/counsellor wanting tools to support young people with physical, emotional and mental health
- wanting to reconnect with your inner child, embracing a more playful perspective on how to be in life
- a parent/grandparent wanting to share your love of yoga with your kids/grandkids so they receive the gifts that yoga has to offer
If you don't have yoga teacher training...
Applications will be received and considered from people who haven't done any formal yoga training but who can demonstrate a satisfactory level of experience in their own personal yoga practice. To apply please fill in the application form below, stating your experience and intention.
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Application form
Click here to fill in the Application Form
if you're someone who doesn't already have formal yoga teacher training.
Or click on the 'Info & contact' button to register your interest in Dru Kids and Teens.
Booking and payment form
Click the BOOK NOW button, to secure your place with payment.
Prices and Booking
The base course includes the Foundation day and the in-person weekend.
From there, choose your preferred age group options:
Option 1: Foundation day, in-person weekend, and any one age group - $790
Option 2: Foundation day, in-person weekend, and any two age groups - $840
Option 3: Foundation day, in-person weekend, and all three age groups - $890
NOTE: Additional Age Group Option: If you initially choose Option 1 or 2 but decide later to include another age group, it can be arranged for an extra fee of $100 per day.
It is encouraged that you sign up for all 3 age groups as often people's preferences change, and also... kids have the habit of growing older!
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Course fees cover your manuals and tuition—26 hours online and face-to-tuition and about another 10 hours of self-paced home learning.
Cancellation policy
The course is tailored for those who wish to train in Dru Kids and Teens for the duration you have chosen. In the event that you choose not to continue with the course, your $300 registration fee is refunded minus an administration fee of $200.
Not sure, or if you have any questions:
Come along to the FREE TASTER and Q&A on January 17.
Or contact Suzanna:
PH: 0410 1315 604
E: dkt@dru.com.au
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Day 1 - Foundations Day:
Lay the groundwork for effective teaching techniques and basic principles of teaching yoga and meditation to young people, receiving…
- overview of how children grow and develop in their formative years
- essential concepts in child psychology
- insight into the teenage brain
- understanding of the uniqueness of individuals’ character and temperament through an ayurvedic model
- tips on how to create safe and inclusive spaces for all
Day 2 - Early Childhood 3-5 year olds
Dive into the magical world of our littlest yogis, fostering their physical and emotional well-being, as we…
- learn creative and imaginative techniques that make yoga fun and meaningful
- discover props, books and stories taking them on engaging yoga adventures
- build a repertoire of how to captivate and keep their attention
- learn how we can introduce “the amazing body” to littlies so they have more awareness of how it can move and how to look after it.
Day 3 - Childhood 6 – 12 year olds
Journey into the vibrant world of primary school-aged children as we…
- have fun with games and activities that make learning yoga an enriching experience
- learn how to create/teach yoga stories and sequences, massages and relaxations
- discover how to introduce breathing practices and meditations to kids of varying ages in this age bracket
- brainstorm themes and learn approaches for lesson planning
- explore ways in which we can deepen their understanding of the human body, how it functions and how to care for it
Day 4 - Teens and young adults 13-18 year olds
Empower the future leaders of tomorrow during this transformative stage of life, as we…
- explore strategies to connect with teenagers, providing tools for self-expression, stress management, and overall well-being
- address the specific challenges and opportunities of teaching yoga to teens
- learn how to foster resilience, emotional well-being and practices for good mental health
- explore approaches of teaching yogic philosophy
Live Weekend in Canberra
The Heart of the Training, not to be missed!
Pack your bags for a weekend filled with laughter, learning, and connection! Our live weekend in Canberra is not just an event; it's a full immersion and celebration of our shared passion for teaching yoga to kids and teens. You can expect…
- Interactive Workshops: Engage in hands-on activities that bring theory to life, refining your teaching skills.
- Community Building: Network with fellow yogis, connect with like-minded individuals, form bonds and experience the joy of shared learning
- Special Surprises: Anticipate delightful surprises that will make this weekend truly memorable - In-person connections create lasting impressions!
- Marketing matters: learn strategies and gain insight into how you can make a living from doing something you love while making a difference to this new rising generation.
There will also be lesson planning and teaching practice assessments which will be done in small groups. These are a great opportunity for you to bring together and put into practice what you’ve learnt so you can go out with confidence to share yoga, relaxation and meditation with kids and teens.
You'll also go home with your own copy of Deer-lightful, Suzanna's yoga book with the positive and affirming message that true happiness can be found within.
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Recordings
Recordings will be made available of all the online days so if you can't attend any of the days or sessions, you'll be able to listen at a later, more suitable, time. Please note, there will be recordings of the teaching sessions but not recordings of any of the smaller break-out groups.
Communications
We'll set up a Whatsapp group for communications between all tutors, team and participants so please have this app on your phone if possible.
What do I need for the online days?
A Zoom link will be sent to you closer to the training days for the online days.
Please ensure you have a clear space with your computer/laptop set up so we can see you from head to toe.
Wear loose comfortable clothing and have your yoga mat, cushion, blanket, water bottle, your notebook and pen.
What do I need to know about the in-person weekend?
The live weekend in Canberra, on 13/14 April, falls in the school holidays. If you have kids, you might like to consider a family weekend in Canberra. We plan to invite kids to participate in a family yoga workshop on the Sunday afternoon as a way of consolidating much of what we've learnt in a really fun, practical way before our final closing celebration.
BONUS GIFT
At the live weekend you'll receive a free copy of Suzanna's book: Deer-lightful - a yoga story awakening to our light within.
Finally...
and most importantly, don't forget your wonderful creative imagination, your big open heart and your inner child!
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Online days
Zoom link available closer to the start of the course.
You will be guided to login to Zoom 20 minutes before the online teaching days start so we can check your sound and video.
Venue for the live in-person weekend
101 Cowlishaw St, Greenway, Canberra
The venue is a beautiful space beside the lake in Tuggeranong. If you're coming in from afar, it might be wise to book accommodation close by. The Alpha Hotel is not far away and has very reasonable rates.
You'll have the most amazing time! Be prepared to sing, dance, laugh, play and let the inner child free!
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This is what others have had to say:
‘A brilliant practical course that will help me to confidently teach kids at any age. Thank you for bringing my dream to teach kids into reality…it gives me the guidance and information I need to set me on my way.'
DKT course Canberra
'This course offers truly unique ways to share Dru yoga with all ages. An opportunity to get creative, broaden your mind about what's possible and tapminto your inner child. Outstanding tutors and support staff with a wealth of knowledge and experience to help you on your journey'.
Fiona - DKT course online
‘Doing the DKT course was one of the best decisions I have made. The teachers complement each other perfectly—bringing their years of knowledge and experience with a huge variety of creative ideas to teach not only kids and teens, but fun techniques for adults too! ’
DKT course Adelaide
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