Yen School of Yoga 300-hour Inspired Life Training

This year-long, weekend-based program is held from
January-December or
September to June
in downtown Traverse City.

The highly acclaimed Inspired Life training – your next step toward earning your Yoga Alliance RYT 500 accreditation –is designed to deepen your understanding of yoga's ancient wisdom alongside the most current research on the neurological, anatomical and psychological effects yoga has on its practitioners.

Yen’s 300-hour training begins with the 8 Limbs, but we layer on so much more. Through a diverse array of learning techniques, assignments and experiences, your authentic and confident teaching voice will naturally emerge in this transformative journey.

Conveniently held on weekends (with the summer months dedicated to peer groups and self-study) Yen’s 300-hour teacher training is a way for professionals or anyone with weekday commitments to achieve their advanced studies in yoga.

Whether you aspire to become a yoga teacher or simply wish to deepen your understanding of this ancient practice, Yen’s 300-hour Inspired Life Teacher Training will empower you to step into something amazing.

Cost

The 300-hour Inspired Life Teacher Training package includes Yen’s 12-month unlimited membership (valued at $2,028), an option to enter our outstanding Mentorship Program at a reduced rate, and more!

Cost: A $4,000 early bird rate is available through December 1 for winter start/August 1 for fall start and must be paid in full on December 1/August 1. Beginning December 2/August 2, tuition increases to $4,500.

Payment Plan: A 12-month payment plan for the $4,500 tuition is available. A deposit of $500 by December 30/August 30 and a credit/debit card on file is required to use this plan. Beginning in January/September, students will be charged $353.33/month, a charge that includes a 6% interest (or $20/month.)

WHAT IS THE YEN SCHOOL OF YOGA INSPIRED LIFE TRAINING?

The thoughtfully curated Inspired Life Training starts either January or September. During this 11-month program, you will not only take a deeper dive into the how and why behind yoga poses, philosophy, meditation, breath-work and more, you will also get certified in Yin, Restorative, Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing.

Using an engaging combination of ancient wisdom and modern approaches, Yen’s Inspired Life Training is a perfect way to cultivate something incredible, no matter where you are in your yoga studies.

LOCATION & DATES

The course will be held in the beautiful lakeside town of Traverse City and will be led by lead trainer Leslie Simionescu, E-RYT 500, along with Becky Kalajian RYT 500, Jennifer Evans E-RYT 500 and Katie Randazzo-Erway E-RYT 200.

In-person weekend training dates for Fall 2024 are as follows:
September 14, 15 and 28, 29

October 12, 13 and 26, 27

November 9, 10 and 23, 24

December 7, 8

January 11, 12 and 25, 26

February 8, 9 and 22, 23

March 8, 9 and 15, 16

April 12, 13 and 19, 20

May 3, 4 and 17, 18

May 31 and June 1 public classes and graduation

You will end your training with summer self-study and team assignments. Graduation for this cohort is scheduled for August 2025.

*To earn their 300-level Yoga Alliance certification, all aspiring teachers will be required to take 24 in-person or virtual yoga classes with lead trainer Leslie Simionescu in addition to attending the above training dates.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Join us on our year-long journey as we go deep into the teachings through experiential learning (group discussions, activities, projects, targeted experiences, creative outlets.) Practical learning guides the advanced teaching techniques for hands-on assists, cueing, sequencing and holding space for all. Plus, in addition to earning your 300 hours, you will also receive separate certification in Yin, Restorative, Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing!

We will also use complementary teachings from:

  • Ayurveda for understanding your body’s type, the food you should eat and how to use ancient wisdom for your wellness.

  • The latest on yoga’s effect on the brain/central nervous system, including Porges’ Polyvagal Theory

  • Joint mobility techniques paired with myofascial release to help you ease pain, understand your body and help others.

  • Bhakti (devotional) yoga to steer you away from self-doubt, anxiety and depression. 

  • The core and pelvic floor connection to offset debilitating conditions like incontinence and improve musculoskeletal stability.

  • The use of instruments, chanting and other sensory experiences to create meaningful classroom experiences.

  • Evidence-based techniques to help special populations suffering from PTSD, anxiety, insomnia and depression.

  • And more!


2024

Schedule & Topics


JANUARY 20 & 21- With Leslie


JANUARY 27 & 28- With Leslie & Becky


FEBRUARY 10 & 11- With Katie & Leslie


FEBRUARY 24 & 25- With Becky & Leslie


MARCH 9 & 10- With Katie


MARCH 16 & 17- With Becky


APRIL 13 & 14- With Becky


APRIL 20 & 21- With Leslie


MAY 4 & 5- With Leslie


MAY 18 & 19- With Leslie


June-September: Peer group sessions, self-study assignments


September 14 & 15- With Leslie


September 28 & 29- With Becky


October 12 & 13- With Naomi


October 26 & 27- With Becky


November 9 & 10- With Leslie & Jennifer


November 23 & 24- With Becky


December 7 & 8

Final exams, public teaching, graduation



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