Become a certified 200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher RYT200!
Do you love yoga? Want to enrich your understanding? Share your knowledge?
Whether your goal is to teach others or to discover new depths in your own practice, Lahari Ambassador Yoga 200 & 300 HR Teacher Training programs offer professional certification and powerful personal development.
Our approach to training presents new opportunities for all those curious about yoga, mindfulness, and meditation to attain Yoga Alliance certification, at a pace that fits with the demands of home or student life.
Embark on a beautifully welcoming and empowering journey of self-discovery, learning from both ancient practices and modern science. Leave feeling confident, connected, and changed for the better. We welcome all who are looking to learn, who share a passion for health and happiness, and who are eager to transform their lives.
We are now pleased to offer an amazing online/ in-person hybrid format. This method enables you to study from a distance or in studio with flexibility and accessibility.
NEW CHANGES TO WORKSHOP TIMES!
We now run all workshops:
Saturdays & Sundays • 1pm - 6pm
Ages 14+ welcome.
Begin Your Journey and Become an RYT-200!
The training hours have been broken down into four modules, each of which contain all the fundamental elements required for your certification and registration with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher 200 (RYT 200). The modules can be started at any time and completed at a pace that fits your life. We encourage a commitment to complete the program within two years.
4 Modules x 50 hours each = 200 hours
Cost: $800+GST per module
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Past, Present, and Future of Yoga - Spring 2024
Journey into the lessons and teachings of the spiritual roots of yoga philosophy through ancient texts and engage in practical conversations so you can apply these teachings to modern life. Learn specific techniques to help remove obstacles on your path and remain present and grounded while building your yoga business. Keep your head and standards high as you embrace your new endeavours with integrity and a very open heart!
BEGINS April 6, 2024
Weekend One:
Sat, April 6 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, April 7 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Weekend Two:
Sat, May 4 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, May 5 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
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The Enlightened Life - Summer 2024
Explore the wisdom of a Yogic lifestyle through the Yamas and Niyamas, commonly called the do’s and don’ts of yoga. These insights form the foundation of the Eight Limb Path, a series of yoga philosophies that provide useful guidelines to ground, inspire and enlighten you. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali will serve as a reference to assist you in threading the truths of these ancient teachings into your modern life.
***Required Reading: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali***
BEGINS July 6, 2024
Weekend One:
Sat, July 6 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, July 7 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Weekend Two:
Sat, July 13 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, July 14 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
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Anatomy of a Healthy Life - Summer 2024
Learn the technical aspects of the classical yoga postures (asanas) and the human anatomy and physiology required to teach them. You’ll advance your own physical practice and become confident instructing five powerful breathing techniques (pranayama). Deepen your understanding of the ways yoga creates strength and balance with a complete examination of the body locks (bandhas) and how modern science is used to support and demystify yogic traditions.
***Required Reading: see links in info package***
BEGINS August 10, 2024
Weekend One:
Sat, August 10 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, August 11 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Weekend Two:
Sat, August 17 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, August 18 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
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Finding Calm in an Age of Speed - Fall 2024
The magic of yoga lies in the connection between the body, the spirit and the mind. Deepen your understanding of this connection through a comprehensive look at our internal energetic system, the Chakras! Becoming aware of the association between yogic anatomy and physical anatomy help you’ll recognize unbalanced emotional, physical and intellectual states of being and acquire tools that restore balance. You’ll start teaching the classical postures in gentle and restorative ways with practical modifications that make them accessible to all your students. You’ll also be able to teach others how to find calm though chanting, meditation, and yoga nidra.
***Required Reading: Living Your Yoga by Judith Hanson Lasater***
BEGINS BEGINS September 14th, 2024
Weekend One:
Sat, Sep 14 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, Sep 15 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Weekend Two:
Sat, Oct 5 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, Oct 6 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
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Past, Present, and Future of Yoga - Winter 2024
Journey into the lessons and teachings of the spiritual roots of yoga philosophy through ancient texts and engage in practical conversations so you can apply these teachings to modern life. Learn specific techniques to help remove obstacles on your path and remain present and grounded while building your yoga business. Keep your head and standards high as you embrace your new endeavours with integrity and a very open heart!
BEGINS November 2nd, 2024
Weekend One:
Sat, Nov 2 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, Nov 3 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Weekend Two:
Sat, Nov 30 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
Sun, Dec 1 • 1pm - 6pm (in studio or online via Zoom)
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Further Your Journey and Become an RYT-500!
Lahari’s Ambassador Yoga 300 Hour program expands on the foundation of your yoga teacher training and experience by going deeper into both the theory and as a living practice in your life.
Our program includes specialized modules that allow you to build up to a 500 HR registered yoga teacher certification. It can be completed as your personal circumstances and finances allow. Throughout your journey you'll receive support from the amazing Lahari Love Tribe and the teaching faculty.
Click here to learn more.
Upcoming Fall 2023 300 Level Modules:
Learn to Meditate: Conscious Awakening
15hrs
Sept 23
$85 + gst
With @donnakfreeman
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Science, History, Philosophy, & Practice I
50hrs
• Sat & Sun October 21 & 22
• Sat & Sun October 28 & 29
$800 + gst
Science, History, Philosophy, & Practice II
50hrs
• 2024 dates TBD
$800 + gst
With Larissa @lahariyoga
Meet the Team!
Donna Freeman
Donna Freeman, BEd, E-RYT 500, RCYT, YACEP (Lead Trainer)
Donna believes that yoga can be practiced anywhere, by anyone, at any time. It was love at first pose when she began practicing yoga in 1997 while living in Cape Town, South Africa. Delving deep into alignment, anatomy and mindfulness, Donna soon became a yoga instructor. Combining yoga with her degree in Education and love of children, she founded Yoga In My School and wrote Once Upon a Pose: A Guide to Yoga Adventure Stories for Children. Donna highlights topics of interest and helps others share the joy and benefits of yoga with all ages, while collaborating with numerous leaders in the yoga and mindfulness community via her Yoga In My School podcast. Donna enjoys spending time on the mat with all ages from infants to the elderly. She brings curiosity, compassion and playfulness to her classes, keenly respecting the abilities and intentions of participants. You may also find her practicing in the park while walking her dog early each morning.
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Larissa Whiting
Larissa Whiting, CCC, BScN, MACP, E-RYT500®, YACEP
I'm Larissa Whiting, studio owner and head unicorn at Lahari Yoga Ltd. in beautiful St. Albert, Alberta. My arms-open-wide passion is yoga! I believe heart and soul that you will improve your general health and wellbeing with the THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS that yoga has to offer!
Both the nurse and the yogi in me loves the science behind why yoga feels so good, why it works to promote health, improve your wellbeing, and relieve stress. Yoga also supports longevity, weight loss, strength building, and helps manage anxiety and depression.
Testimonials
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“My YTT training with Donna and Larissa was, and continues to be (hands down!) the best "further education" I have ever done. The richness of the learning experience, the depth of the material covered and the opportunities for continued learning continue to enrich my life. I have achieved a personal goal of becoming a certified yoga teacher and continually notice how all that I have learned infuses all aspects of my life. The organisation of the material into 4 modules renders the training very user friendly and manageable for most busy schedules. I whole-heartedly recommend Ambassador Teacher Training to anyone interested in deep and lasting personal development. Namaste.” - Barb
“I really enjoy the insight Donna and Larissa give to all topics we cover. The material is covered very thoroughly but it’s your guys’ enthusiasm and openness to share your own knowledge and experiences that creates such a wonderful atmosphere. It is so inspiring and really makes me want to keep learning more and more. I also really enjoy all the opportunities to practice teaching.” - Anonymous
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“What an enlightening and nurturing space provided by Larissa and Donna for my YTT training. They guide you through Your journey with expertise and Love. My last module was taken through Zoom as we were all in the middle of quarantine. I was hesitant and didn’t know if I’d get as much from it... it was ahhhmazing! Highly recommend this school and these 2 beautiful souls if your considering YTT. ♥️♥️♥️” - Bobbi
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“Taking my YTT at Lahari Yoga was great! Larissa and Donna are 2 experienced instructors that offer not only their knowledge on yoga, but enjoy sharing their experiences and insights and encourage participants to do the same leading to interesting, lively discussions. I also appreciated the flexibility the 200 hour program offers which is broken down into 4 x 50 hour modules that don’t need to be taken sequentially. If you’re thinking about delving deeper into the world of yoga, I would highly recommend this program.” - Shauna
