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Samastah Yoga

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300hr teacher training

along with developing a deeper understanding of the physical, mental and esoteric aspects of yoga; become rooted through the study of cultural and historical context to find your voice and how you belong to the tradition of yoga

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Looking to develop your teaching and your practice?

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We will be taking a deep dive into the history, traditions and techniques of Hatha yoga and accompanying branches to help you gain context and a greater understanding of how you fit in to the continuously innovative and living tradition of Yoga.

 

 

What you will learn:

 

Student Assessment: How to make healthy assessments of students needs and development in yoga and how to see their unique trajectory of practice.

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Asana: Gain expertise in asana (postural) alignment and modifications to accomodate common injuries and range of motion limitations.

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Yogic Subtle Body Anatomy: Explore the intricacies of yogic subtle body anatomy and how it influences our practices.

 

Yogic Psychology and Philosophy: Dive deeper into yoga philosophy and psychology, going beyond the 8 Limbs of Patanjali. Explore how yoga philosophy is not static but fluid and dynamic, consciously evolving to meet the needs of practitioners in the modern era.

 

History of Yoga: Develop a deep understanding of the transformation of Yoga from Pre-classical era to modern times.

 

Empowered Teaching: Discover how to empower your students by fostering independence, self trust and by freeing them from reliance on you.

 

Integrated Practices: To incorporate a full range of practice techniques including Pranayama, Mudras, Bandhas and Meditation in your classes and guide your students through classical and modern techniques.

 

Somatic approaches: Understand and apply somatic principles to enhance your teaching and practice.

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Authentic Teaching: Discover your unique and authentic teaching style. Move beyond imitation to become the teacher you are meant to be.

 

And much more!

 

 

Some of the traditional text we will be studying and referencing:

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Patanjali's Yoga Sutras

Hatha Yoga Pradipika

Shiva Samhita

Gheranda Samhita

Yoga Yajanvalka

Goraksha Paddhati

Bhagavad Gita

Vijnana Bhairava Tantra

Select Upanishads

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One Year 300 Hour Teacher Training

Begins September 14th, 2024

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Trainings primarily take place on Sunday with occasional Saturdays, and include at least one week off a month. The last three Months of training, (June, July & August) will have four intensive weekends (Saturday, Sunday) every two weeks. These last three months focus on synthesizing everything you've learned and integrating into your teaching.

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Full schedule coming June 20th

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Tuition also includes:

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6 Hours of One on one Sessions with Joseph

1 One on one Mantra class with Maura

A Year of Unlimited Public Classes

3 Day Yoga Retreat in May

Books & Manual

Guest Teachers

& More!

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Tuition: $5000
 

Discount: Pay in full for $100 off
 

Earlybird Special: Sign up by August 9th to receive an additional $200 off

 

Payment plans are available and must be paid in full by November 30th, 2025.

(3 months after the completion of training)

 

$200 nonrefundable deposit to reserve your spot

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After you fill out your application Joseph will reach out to set up an interview.

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**Prerequisite: Completed a 200 hour YTT

 

**Prerequisite reading must be completed by third week of training

But preferably before training begins

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Eyes Wide Open by Mariana Caplan

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The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel Van DerKolk

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Thank you for considering our Center. When trying to find a Yoga Teacher Training program feel free to intervew the school and make sure they are a good fit for you. Our program has been Yoga Alliance approved,

Samastah Yoga has a community of teachers that come from diverse backgrounds and traditions both from India and the West. We have woven the traditions taught to us in the East with the understanding of the Western mind and focus on the aspects of yoga that are most needed for West. Yoga is individualized and your training will be as well. We will not be trying to force your body and mind to be like anyone else, we will help you develop an authentic practice and teaching style the radiates the essence of your greatest self. Yoga is excellence in all actions, this excellence means doing your best in each moment. We recognize that each individual is here with their own purpose and our best is different from your best but they are all essential.

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Course Director and Lead Teacher,

Joseph Dugan

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