Graduating Successful Teachers Since 2007
Immerse in the blissful world of Yoga
200 Hours / $2600
Thousands of successful graduates all over the world teach our highly effective, alignment based style of Yoga.
Our proven methods provide students the tools necessary to enter the world of Teaching with confidence.
Building a thorough index of anatomical knowledge is key. No other 200 Hour course offers the volume of functional movement pattern cuing, or provides more sound and effective cuing practice.
$500 deposit secures your space in this remarkable course
testimonials
“The highest standard of Yoga Training I’ve come across in 20 years of searching. All instructors at Shanti are extremely knowledgeable in functional anatomy, nutrition & alignment based yoga in every style. Each student in sincerely cared for and supported as they advance their personal practice. Function and correct form in every pose increases the benefits of Yoga ten fold. Shanti sets the bar high for quality Yoga across board, across the country, and abroad. It is a life changing experience to train with Joy.” Jessica, BC
“Thank you again for such a fantastic Training. Thank you for so generously sharing all your knowledge. My students are thriving with my teaching.” Melanie, Montreal
“The daily instruction and inspiration I received from this amazing Training experience is beyond description. I look forward to returning to Nelson to immerse in more Yoga with you.” Sarah, Physical Therapist, Washington State
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YOGA TEACHERS COME BACK YEAR AFTER YEAR FOR INSPIRATION AND ADVANCED LEARNING.
Explore our Curriculum
Throughout Training students are drawn fully into the brilliance of the Asana, the profound rebalancing of Pranayama & calm centering found in the practice of Meditation. With great care and devotion, our training instructors build confidence in students as they begin to open the door to teaching.
Each day is an inspired blend of the best of the Yoga practice, combined with lecture, Q & A and ample time for study.
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8:30 - 9:30 Asana Practice
10:00 - 11:45 Asana Workshop
12:00 - 1:30 off
1:30 - 4:00 Theory
4:00 - 5:00 Yin & Meditation
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ASANA:
Developing a Daily Yoga Practice
Alignment Principles: The Power of the Aligned Spine
Iyengar & Pattabhi Jois: Precision and Breath
Modern Yoga
THEORY:
The Paths of Yoga
PRANAYAMA INTRODUCTION:
The Power of the Breath
MEDITATION:
Clear Mind, Clear Heart
HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY:
The Soul of the Practice
TEACHING:
Learning to Teach with the Breath
Beginning Teaching Technique: Symmetrical Postures vs. Asymmetrical Postures, Creating Balanced Action
Observation Games in Simple Postures
Beginning to Teach Simple Sun Salutations
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ASANA:
Deepening the Daily Practice, Building Strong Habits
Inversion Workshop: The Art of Flight
Backbend Workshop: Lead with the Heart
Introduction to Yin & Restorative
THEORY:
Focused History & Philosophy, Classical vs. Tantra
Opening to Grace, Deeper Layers of the Yoga Practice
Ethics in Practice
TEACHING:
Level II Teaching Technique, Sequencing Powerful Classes
Learning to Articulate, Finding the Teachers Voice
Types of Language, Discovering your Unique Style
ANATOMY:
Functional Anatomy, Understanding Mechanics of Movement
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ASANA:
Advancing the Daily Practice
Inversion Workshop Level II
Backbend Workshop Level II
ROOTS:
Exploring the Upanishads
The Sutras, Applying Ancient Wisdom to Modern Day Practice
THEORY:
Theming, Adding Meaning to Classes
The Business of Yoga, Creating Success
Ethical Business Practices
Deepened Pranayama
TEACHING:
Refining Technique
Developing Observation Skills
Designing Classes
ANATOMY:
Respiratory Anatomy
Mobility in Motion
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ASANA:
The Daily Asana Practice Fully Revealed
Structural Therapy
The Brilliance of the Ashtanga Practice
THEORY:
The Chakras
The Nadis
Understanding the Energetic Body
TEACHING:
Designing Routines for Private Classes
Finding Your Voice
THE FINAL DAYS OF STUDY:
Drawing Inspiration from Daily Practice
Continued Asana Review
Tutorials & Small Class Practices
Supported Debrief & Evaluations
THOUSANDS OF SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES ALL OVER THE WORLD TEACH OUR HIGHLY EFFECTIVE, ALIGNMENT BASED STYLE OF YOGA
DEVELOPED OVER 5 DECADES, OUR PROVEN METHODS PROVIDE STUDENTS THE TOOLS NECESSARY TO ENTER THE WORLD OF TEACHING WITH CONFIDENCE
BUILDING AN INDEX OF ANATOMICAL KNOWLEDGE IS KEY
NO OTHER 200 HOUR COURSE OFFERS THIS VOLUME OF FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT PATTERN CUING, OR PROVIDES MORE SOUND & EFFECTIVE CUING PRACTICE DURING TRAINING…..SUPPORTING & BOLSTERING SUCCESS AS NEW TEACHERS ENTER THIS EXCITING FIELD
The first week of Training begins with very simple sequences, combined with lots of physical practice which is focused on strength building. Students gain great understanding of the importance of dynamic functional movement as we move through this exciting & highly productive first week.
Week II builds upon the solid foundation created in Week I. The effective language that good teachers use to cue in classes becomes ‘second nature’ as we emphasize ‘cuing practice’ as a big part of each day. It’s powerful to witness students coming into ease with the ‘poetry of the teaching practice’.
Each week throughout the course carries tremendous learning. In just under a month, students are amazed by how much they develop & learn.
Studio Director Joy Morrell has studied yoga for 50 years. Joy’s depth of compassion and intuitive teaching style enriches the Training experience beyond measure. Joy teaches Therapeutics, Alignment & Yoga Anatomy in such a way that even students with little anatomy background are absorbed into the world of biomechanics with enthusiasm & ease. Students coming to Training with anatomy backgrounds are equally delighted by the refreshing delivery & Yoga specific postural anatomy woven throughout the course.
Avalon Funk has led our Yoga Trainings here at Shanti since 2013. Avalon thrills students with her creative, enthusiastic teaching style. With 18,000 hours as a Yoga Instructor & 10,000 as Teacher Training Instructor, Avalon ‘s teaching is seamless and powerful. Pairing her great cuing with tremendous sequences, students soon recognize that studying with Avalon is learning from the very best. With advanced Degrees in Exercise Science, a Master Certification as a Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist, Avalon’s true passion is working with both professional athletes & Yogis to improve performance, practice & longevity. Follow Avalon
Joy Morrell & Avalon Funk form a powerful teaching team. Each contributing their specific skill sets, students are guided into the richness of Yoga throughout Training. Learning from instructors at this level of refinement is highly effective, and creates the most well rounded & successful teachers possible.
Each day during Training students are drawn fully into the brilliance of Asana, the profound rebalancing effects of Pranayama & the calm centering found in Meditation. With great care and devotion, technique is built, strength is built, finesse and confidence are gained, and students begin to open the door to teaching. The bright personalities and friendly open nature of our entire staff creates ease for students, making the experience memorable & fun.
Our unique training schedule provides time for study, participation in studio classes, and ample opportunities to practice and develop sequencing, voice, and theming.
ALIGNMENT BASED YOGA WORKS.
Learn to teach Yoga with a thorough understanding of how joints articulate, how ligament & facia support the body, and how Yoga benefits & supports us in every aspect of our bodies and indeed our lives. Through the lens of Functional Anatomy, students deepen their understanding of the power & importance of Alignment Based Yoga, and how this contributes to a strong practice & a lifelong appreciation of Yoga.
Our Training programs far surpasses guidelines set by Yoga Alliance. In addition to our popular 200 Hour Trainings, we offer a remarkable 500 Hour Teacher Training Certification program in modular format. Our Graduate Trainings include all required fundamentals as well as enriched hours in Therapeutics, Sequencing, Adjustments and Advanced Asana – delivering a deeper experience of Yoga as a Healing Art.
EXPLORE OUR ADVANCED TRAINING MODULES
Our 500 Hour Expanded Training program includes all the fundamentals with enriched hours in Therapeutics, Sequencing, Adjustments, Advanced Asana – delivering a deeper experience of Yoga as a Healing Art.
REFINE YOUR PRACTICE. INSPIRE YOUR TEACHING.
OUR MODULE STYLE ADVANCED TRAINING PROGRAM ALLOWS STUDENTS TO DIVE DEEPLY INTO THE AREAS OF THE PRACTICE THAT INTEREST THEM MOST. BY INCORPORATING THE FUNDAMENTALS OF THE PRACTICE INTO EACH MODULE, STUDENTS ARE ABLE TO REFINE THEIR TEACHING STYLE WHILE BEING EXPOSED TO EACH AREA OF THE PRACTICE.
Our unique training programs allows you to create the blueprint for your 500 Hour Training.
WE OFFER 4-6 MODULES EACH YEAR, EACH EXPLORING A DIFFERENT AREA OF OUR CURRICULUM. TAKE ONE, OR TAKE THEM ALL, THE CHOICE IS UP TO YOU.
VINYASA Flow Level II TEACHER TRAINING
Advance your practice. Transform your teaching. This is by far our most popular Graduate Training. Avalon applies her powerful alignment guidelines to Level II postures and transitions. Expect to gain tools to teach highly effective more advanced classes. Learn safe & inspiring sequences as well as balanced full spectrum classes. With every practice over these four days, you will integrate thrilling Level II postures and practice the art of smooth, powerful transitions.
May 28 - May 31, 2024
40 Hours / $450
YOGA SCULPT TRAINING & INTENSIVE
Yoga Sculpt has quickly become a very popular drop in class. Our Sculpt classes blend the best of Pilates mat work, Power Vinyasa inspired movement and Yoga Sculpt, all set to an awesome playlist. These classes are designed to strengthen the core and create lean muscle definition. This Training is perfect for the student looking for inspiration for their home workout or Yoga Teachers looking for a more powerful class offering.
Spring 2025
20 Hours / $350
YIN YOGA immersion
Spend a wonderful weekend immersed in the blissful world of Yin Yoga. Joy Morrell co-teaches this Training with Kelsey Baerg. Combining Joy’s depth of compassion & intuitive teaching style with Shanti Yoga’s remarkable mobility training and Kelsey’s soulful Yin delivery, this course provides teachers with the tools to teach safe and effective Yin Yoga sequences, and provides students who love Yin with a weekend of deep stretch & calm centering.
May 10th - 12th, 2024
10 Hours / $160