Where does the introduction to Gokhale Method philosophy training take place for the Gokhale Method?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the-Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hands-on techniques related to Gokhale® Foundations | 20 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Introduction to Gokhale Method philosophy | 4 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Demonstration of partial memorization of the Gokhale® Foundations course teaching script | 5 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Teaching skills, voice projection | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Gokhale® Consultation training | 5 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Introductory Presentation training | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Instruction in effective use of images | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Observation and discussion of select cases for study | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Review of anatomy relevant to posture | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Advanced Gokhale Method techniques for self-use only | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Training in various contexts (outdoors, home-type environment, etc.) | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Complementary healing modalities | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Rudimentary training in yoga/dance/fitness training | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Introduction to running a posture business | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
| Introduction to the backend of the website | 2 | Not applicable | Location of Immersion Week Course |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 18–23)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, the introduction to the Gokhale Method philosophy is part of the Immersion Week Course. This initial training is a crucial component of becoming a Gokhale Method instructor.
The Immersion Week Course is held at the Gokhale Method headquarters in Palo Alto, California, or at other designated locations. The introduction to the Gokhale Method philosophy involves 4 hours of classroom training.
Prospective franchisees should note that attending the Immersion Week is just the first step in the initial training process. After the Immersion Week, franchisees must also participate in at least twelve teacher webinars, engage in self-study, and teach the full six-lesson Gokhale Foundations course to two practice students. This comprehensive training program ensures that franchisees are well-versed in the Gokhale Method philosophy and prepared to teach it effectively.