WEEKEND 1: Foundations of Practice
Feb 20-22 + June 19–21 | History, Pranayama & Sun SalutationsBuild a strong, intelligent foundation by understanding where yoga comes from and how it works in the body. This weekend establishes safe movement patterns, breath awareness, and the roots of practice.
• Yoga history & lineage
• Foundations of alignment & body awareness
• Sun Salutations as warm-up and standing practice
• Pranayama for regulation and focus
WEEKEND 2: Anatomy, Alignment & Safety
Feb 6-8 + July 17–19 | Anatomy Intensive
Learn how real bodies move — and how to teach responsibly. This weekend focuses on functional anatomy, injury awareness, and making informed teaching decisions.
• Functional anatomy for yoga teachers
• Movement patterns & joint mechanics
• Alignment principles (not one-size-fits-all)
• Injury prevention & safe modification
WEEKEND 3: Philosophy as Lived Practice
March 6-8 + August 14–15 | Yoga Philosophy
Explore yoga beyond the physical practice. This weekend brings meaning, ethics, and mindfulness into both teaching and daily life.
• Core yoga philosophy & the Eight Limbs
• Life of a Yogi & yogic ethics
• Mindfulness and self-inquiry
• Integrating philosophy into modern life
WEEKEND 4: Flow, Form & Function
March 20-22 + September 18–20 | Sequencing & Flow
Learn how to intelligently structure a yoga class. This weekend focuses on sequencing principles, transitions, and the energetic arc of a practice.
• Intelligent sequencing fundamentals
• Class arc & peak pose theory
• Transitions & energy pacing
• Breath–movement integration
WEEKEND 5: Subtle Body & Teaching Integration
April 3-5 + October 16–18 | Subtle Body + Teaching Yoga
Step fully into the role of teacher by learning how energy, breath, and presence shape the class experience. Teaching skills are integrated with subtle body awareness.
• Chakras, prana & energy systems
• Reading the room & energetic pacing
• SANA dialogue & effective cueing
• Teaching labs & guided feedback
WEEKEND 6: The SANA Method Certification
April 17-19 + November 20–22 | SANA Certification Intensive
Bring everything together and learn to teach the signature SANA experience with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Refine your teaching voice and prepare for life beyond training. This weekend focuses on leadership, sustainability, and stepping into your role as a yoga professional.
• SANA sequencing
• Presence, voice & leadership
• Teaching refinement & feedback
Business of yoga & career pathways
• Ethics, boundaries & professionalism
• Continuing education & next steps
WEEKEND 7: Integration & Completion
April 24-26 + December (1st Weekend) | Teachbacks, Mindfulness & Graduation
Close your training with clarity and intention. This final weekend is dedicated to teaching, reflection, and stepping forward with confidence.
• Final teachbacks & mentorship
• Day of mindfulness at Magnolia Grove Monastery
• Graduation & closing ceremony
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