Sculpted Lotus Yoga is based on the belief that we can carve out and shape our lives in whatever manner we choose.
We design our life as though it were a piece of art, fluid, dynamic, shifting and changing like a sculpture that is never quite completed. Completion is not the goal. The aim is to fall in love with the process of refinement while learning and growing, therefore commitment to expansion and becoming lifelong students is essential.
Our Values:
Love
Truth
Inclusion
Honesty
Integrity
Moderation
Discipline
Authenticity
What you can expect from completing SLY YTT:
After completing the Sculpted Lotus Yoga teacher training, you can expect to be able to:
Confidently lead a yoga class in the styles of Vinyasa, gentle flow, power Vinyasa, detox flow, and restorative yoga.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and modifications/enhancements to postures.
Learn the history of Yoga including yoga philosophy, Sanskrit, and the ethics of yoga.
Develop a personal practice with self-study.
Understand the energetics of breath, postures, sequencing, and meditation including familiarity with the nervous system.
Create a plan for sustained growth of your own teaching and personal development for the future.
Acquire well-rounded knowledge of the business of yoga, the requirements for teaching, and how to get work as a yoga teacher.
This training is very thorough. We will cover everything you need to know about leading a yogic inspired lifestyle as well as the information and education you need to develop personally and professionally as a yoga instructor. For this reason, please only apply if you are looking to genuinely participate in the whole course AND take the time to do all of your home assignments/self study. Even if you do not intend to teach when you complete this training, please commit to this whole process.
Because of the material covered and the time we will spend learning, no weekends can be missed. If you must miss any sessions, you will need to purchase make up time for an additional cost.
This training is over 200hr total, at the conclusion of this training, students will be able to apply to yoga alliance to receive their official 200hr RYT.
Sculpted Lotus Yoga is a Registered Yoga Alliance Yoga School. As long as all assignments are completed, each session attended, and all requirements are met, you'll be able to register as a Yoga Alliance Teacher at the end of this training.
Yoga is a practice of remaining open and available for our lessons both obvious and subtle, so that we can continue to show up in our lives truthfully. Here is a little bit about my yoga philosophy:
Our yoga practice helps us observe habitual patterns of thought and movement that inhibit efficient flow of energy (prana) through the body which contributes to discontent in our lives.
The practice of yoga will make you more mindful of what you put in your mental and physical space. The outcome is a more comfortable relationship with your body, your thoughts, and more authentic relationships.
The application of practice should be challenging enough to be enchanting, approachable enough to be sustainable, and frequent enough to be auspicious.
A consistent personal connection to practice is necessary for the individual to be successful in their practice.
A teacher is there as a guide handing down traditions, and offering experience to align and enhance. The student is required to do the work consistently, repeatedly, with the intention of being there.
What past trainees have to say about Sculpted Lotus Yoga Foundational Yoga Teacher Training:
About Your Lead Trainer:
Hi, I'm Lauren Danner!
I am a student of life who thrives on community and authentic connections. I am passionate about art, words, movement, and family time (including my cats!). I have been known to be persistent, loyal, creative, toting a cup of coffee and my home schooled kids around most of the day.
My yoga journey began in 2000 as a means to enhance my musical theater performance. Little did I know at the time that it would be the antidote to my anxiety, stress and PTSD. It would also lead me to cultivate the kind of joyful and connected life I thought only existed in fairytales.
My teaching style creates a practice that is sustainable in the moment and long term so that my students have something to commit to for a lifetime. My yoga classes are designed to move energy through breath, intention/meditation, and yoga postures; they are challenging but possible for all levels.
I use several modalities to help my soulmate students over come the big obstacles in their lives so that they can remain true to themselves and carve out a life that feel fulfilling and meaningful to them despite the highs and lows. I am a Certified Hypnotherapist (CHt) and Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) who has a passion for anatomy and physiology, neuroscience, movement and JOY!
What Is Foundational Yoga Teacher Training Like?
There are books to read, reports to write, you will keep a practice log, and you will practice so. much. yoga!!!
We have lecture, practice, presentations, practice teaching, learning and practicing hands-on assists, we play and meditate.
We do some deep exploration of your subconscious patterns, free you from old stories and habits, and you will learn that you are so much more capable than you ever gave yourself credit for!
How to prepare for 200 HR Teacher Training:
These three things to prepare for this training will make your Teacher Training experience the best it can possibly be!
Daily yoga practices with Sculpted Lotus Yoga before the training starts will help you build a knowledge base as well as the stamina to endure the longer days of this 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training. You can start to ask questions and have the full experience of the flow of classes.
Keeping a journal and practice log are helpful to get you into the habit.
Mindset work can take you very far as well. Some days are challenging and working on your mindset, gratitude and receptivity to constructive feedback will give you the best foundation to grow yourself as a student.
SCHEDULE: This is a tentative schedule and will be a hybrid online (some Friday nights) and in person.
There will be homework assignments to be completed throughout each week, books to read, 3 classes per week to attend, classes to observe, practice teaching whomever you can rally, some presentations and research projects as well.
You’ll be immersed in this practice from August-November! It’s life changing. The times may shift a little bit but you’ll have a heads up and some lectures will be recorded so that you can check back later on content. Participation in the sessions with the rest of the group are necessary as there is something brilliant about being in this intimate and vulnerable container of support!
Schedule *exception of one weekend
Fridays: 4:30 pm- 9pm (Online)
Saturdays: 6:30 am- 4:00 pm (In Studio)
Sundays: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm (please pack a lunch to minimize break time) (In Studio)
August 18-20
August 25- 27
September 8-10
September 15-17 *Hours altered this weekend
September 29 - October 1
October 13-15
October 27-29
November 3-5
November 17-19 (Graduation!!)
Total investment:
$3200 (total for Paid in Full, including enrollment fee)
$3500 total if using a payment plan including the enrollment fee
$500 Enrollment Fee will hold your spot in the training, if you need a payment plan, please email Lauren Danner and we will absolutely work something out to make this possible for you.
Please Note: This $500 fee commits you to the training and is forfeited if you cancel or withdraw from the program before we begin. This can be paid online or in person by cash or card.
***This amount INCLUDES all regularly scheduled studio and online classes as well as access to the full On Demand Library of recorded classes for the duration of the training***
What is included in this total: Total training cost includes teacher training sessions, pre recorded coursework, unlimited regularly scheduled yoga classes with Sculpted Lotus Yoga online, in person, and on demand classes for the duration of the training, assisting opportunities and lead instructor feedback, teacher training manual and a practice guide.
What is NOT included in this total cost: There will be additional books to purchase that we will read and study for this teacher training that will need to be purchased prior to the start of training.
Book list:
How Yoga Works by Gense Michael Roach
Teaching Yoga by Mark Stephens
Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar
The Starbucks Experience by Joseph Michelli ***Might switch this one out
The Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele
The Yoga Sutras of Paranjali by Chip Hartranft
Four Chapters on Freedom by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
The Key Muscles of Yoga by Ray Long, MD, FRCSC
How to Apply: You can apply to hold your spot with a $500 enrollment fee (please contact me first) and an essay that describes:
1. Why you became a student of yoga and how your yoga practice has inspired and supported you up to this point in your life.
2. Why you would like to teach yoga and the qualities that you possess that you believe will make you a great yoga teacher.
3. Write about a teacher in your life who has inspired you; this can be a teacher of any subject. What were the qualities of this teacher that you found inspiring and how did they impact your life.
Please email essay to Lauren Danner at Sculptedlotus@gmail.com