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Yoga Alliance 500hr. Teacher Training Certification 
Senior Teachers: Karin Stephan , Larissa Carlson, Val Spies, Roger Mckeever, Michael Rosen-Pyros.

2012 Program 
The 500hr certification program is designed in a format that is easy to schedule and to afford. It allows you to move at your own pace (complete within 2 to 4 years) and select courses that support your personal teaching path.    

Initial Registration Fee: $50

10% Discount on Elective Sessions

Attend 4 Required Sessions(offered yearly, complete within 4 years)

Choose from Accredited Elective Workshops throughout the year

Complete in 2 to 4 years

Completion Fee: $35 at Graduation

Contact Val Spies for application and workhsop schedule information: 813-956-3506, valspies@gmail.com

This 500hr. program provides the doorway to the next level of yogic studies. The focus involves in depth studies of philosophy; advanced levels of asana, in-depth pranayama, and meditation; practicum in body reading, adjustments, and private sessions; infused with the studies of Ayurveda.

Pre-requisite: Completion of 200hr. training. For more information call Val Spies 813-956-3506, or the Lotus Pond 813-961-3160

Testmonials:

This has been one of my favorite and most important life experiences Roger and Val are exemplary examples of where yoga can take you as a teacher and an individual. This has been a beautiful beginning to what I hope is a life full of yoga.
Amy

The teacher training program was one of the most enriching experiences of my life. It exceeded my expectations and took me much deeper into my yoga path. I can honestly say I am a different person today because of the program. Yes, I now teach yoga. But far beyond that, yoga is now truly part of the fiber of who I am.

The program is exceptionally well run. Val and the other leaders of the program are first rate. The best way I can describe it is that their teaching itself truly embodies all of the principles of yoga.

You learn a great deal from the people you meet and your shared experiences together. They become your teachers, your confidantes and people who will likely be lifelong friends.

I was nervous when I went into the program because I didn’t have that many years of yoga experience. But the program is constructed in a way that allows everyone to start where they are and experience immense levels of personal growth.
Michael Reich

The Teacher Training program at the Lotus Pond was an incredible experience. The program was very organized and the teachers were extremely knowledgeable. From the beach to the mountains, the one week intensives balanced the program perfectly. Not only did this prepare me for the world of teaching yoga but also taught me a lot about myself and I a made friends I would have for the rest of my life.
Namaste,
Heather Brandt

The Lotus Room Yoga Alliance 200 & 500 hour
Teacher Training Certification Programs

Training programs geared toward
developing your innate gifts and creativity.

Professional Teacher Training directed by:


Master Teacher Karin Stephan co-founder of the original Iyengar Studio in Boston. Karin is one of the leading yoga teachers in the U.S. for over 30 years.

Val Spies Founder of The Lotus Room/Lotus Pond Studios and creator of The Lotus Pond Teacher Training. Val is an E-RYT500, certified through the Kripalu Center.

This unique Hatha Yoga Certification provides you with a balanced training that weaves together the discipline of Iyengar alignment and the heart of Kripalu Yoga. Learn technical skills and how to access “the teacher within” in a friendly, disciplined environment.

200hr. Program includes:
200 hours of certified training fulfilling the Yoga Alliance requirements in the areas of: Techniques, Teaching Methodology, Anatomy & Physiology, Practicum, Yoga Philosophy/Lifestyle & Ethics with Meditation.

2012 200hr. Schedule:
Two Programs will be offered in 2012
Program I includes 2 Week Long Immersions & 5 Weekend Sessions (completion in 9 months)
Program II includes 6 Weekend Sessions and Weekly 2 hr. Wednesday night sessions. (completion in 11 months)

Now enrolling for 2012, call Val Spies (813-956-3506) or Lotus Pond (813-961-3160) for more info

Information Sessions scheduled at the -Lotus Pond-:
Wednesday, November 2, 6:00-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 16, 6:00-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 30, 6:00-6:30pm

Information Sessions scheduled at the -Lotus Room-:
Thursday, November 3, 6:30-7:00pm
Thursday, November 17, 6:30-7:00pm
Thursday, December 1, 6:30-7:00pm

2012, 200hr. Program I includes:
Session 1, January 20 - 22 ,Introductory Program
Session 2, February 17 - 19, Deepening Practice
Session 3, April 13 - 15, Karin Stephan Workshop
Session 4, May 11 - 13, Pranayama with Larissa Carlson
Session 5, One Week Immersion, June 2 - 9, at a Florida Beach Location
Session 6, August 3 - 5, Create a Class
Session 7, One Week Immersion, September 8 - 15, at the Toccoa River Cabins, Georgia
Session 8, October 26 - 28, Karin Stephan Workshop and Graduation

2012, 200hr.Program II Includes:
Session 1, January 20 - 22, Introductory Program
Session 2, February 17 - 19, Deepening Practice
Session 3, April 13 - 15, Karin Stephan Workshop
Session 4, May 11 - 13, Pranayama with Larissa Carlson
Session 5, August 3 - 5, Creating a Class
Session 6, October 26 - 28, Karin Stephan Workshop
Session 7, December 1 - 2, Graduation

Program II also includes weekly Wednesday night sessions from 7 – 9pm

Weekend Session Schedule: Friday 7-9pm, Saturday 9am-5:30pm, Sunday 10am-5:30pm

YTT Staff
Roger McKeever, Yoga Teacher, Creative Source
Larissa Carlson, Yoga and Pranayama Teacher
Michael Rosen-Pyros, Anatomy & Physiology Teacher
Denise O'Dunn, Ayurveda Teacher
Plus special guest teachers throughout the year

Price of 200hr. Training & Certification:
Tampa Based students $2,300.00 (payment plans available)
Boston Based students - prices available upon request
Cost includes all training listed above.
Cost does not include housing accommodations or meals.
Contact Val Spies at 813-956-3506
or the Lotus Pond at 813-961-3160

5 Reasons to Enroll in the YTT at the Lotus Pond:
1. The teachers are the very best - heart-centered and caring, inspirational, knowledgeable and FUN!
2. The Lotus Pond is the most beautiful center in the Tampa Bay area
3. The curriculum is extremely well organized
4. You will make new friends that become an extended family
5. You will discover a lot about yourself - you may even surprise yourself!
Rya Lauber