Embodied Yoga Studies Program
+ Optional Teaching Practicum
A 9‑month immersive program for dedicated students seeking depth, clarity, and connection—on and off the mat.
Embodied Yoga Studies is a long‑form immersion designed for students who want to deepen their relationship with yoga as a lived, embodied practice. This program centers study, inquiry, and integration.
For those who feel called to share yoga professionally, an optional Teaching Practicum is offered as a continuation of the studies path.
Connection. Integration. Transformation.
About the Program
Yoga is more than a sequence of postures or a skill set to master; it is a practice that unfolds over time, through attention, reflection, and lived experience.
Embodied Yoga Studies offers a spacious, thoughtful container to explore:
personal asana practice grounded in intelligent alignment and functional anatomy
breathwork and meditation as tools for awareness and regulation
yoga philosophy as something to be lived, not memorized
subtle anatomy, Ayurveda, and seasonal rhythms as supports for self‑understanding
community learning that values curiosity, care, and integrity
This program is well‑suited for dedicated practitioners, long‑time students, and those seeking depth and coherence in their practice and daily life, whether or not teaching is part of their path.
Curriculum
Two Pathways,
One Foundation
Embodied Yoga Studies (150 hours)
Modules 1-3. The core of the program. May be taken on its own.
Optional: Teaching Practicum (50 hours)
Module 4. For students who feel called to teach or share yoga professionally. Completion of Embodied Yoga Studies is required to enter the practicum. A 200‑hour teaching certificate is awarded to students who complete both pathways.
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Yoga history, lineages, and core philosophy as the roots of practice
Asana foundations with intelligent alignment and functional anatomy
Breath awareness, foundational pranayama, and introductory meditation practices
Establishing a sustainable home practice and basic sequencing principles
Anatomy and subtle anatomy basics to support embodied understanding
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Expanding asana practice: forward bends, backbends, twists, and balance
Varied modalities: yin, restorative, chair, and trauma‑informed approaches
Pranayama for calming and energizing the nervous system
Developing continuity of attention and presence in meditation
Introductory Ayurveda and chakra theory as tools for self‑awareness
Integrating yoga philosophy into daily life
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Exploring advanced asanas such as arm balances and inversions
Deepening meditation: allowing practice to permeate experience
Ayurveda in practice: seasonal rhythms, self‑care, and embodied application
Ethics, cultural responsibility, and inclusivity as lived aspects of yoga
Developing a personal capstone project (written, creative, or practice‑based)
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Teaching methodology: sequencing, cueing, demonstration, and skillful assisting
Working with special populations and diverse bodies
Mentored teaching, observation, and feedback
Practical considerations for teaching and the business of yoga
“Cassandra was eternally gracious, inclusive, compassionate, organized, and knowledgeable. She guided us to each find our own perspectives, which is a testament to her individualized and open-hearted teaching.” - B.R.
Schedule + Format
This format is intentionally paced to balance immersion with everyday life, allowing time for reflection and home practice between sessions.
4-5 in‑person weekend intensives, monthly in-person sessions, plus bi‑weekly or monthly Zoom sessions
Independent study includes: reading and reflective assignments, home practice (asana, breathwork, meditation), and studio practice, plus observation, assisting, and teaching hours (Teaching Practicum only)
Stay tuned for 2027-2028 dates!
Tuition
A $500 non‑refundable registration deposit is due within one week of acceptance.
Embodied Yoga Studies (150 hrs) tbd
Yoga Studies + Teaching Practicum (200 hrs) tbd
Payment plans are available.
Program cost includes:
Embodied Yoga Studies Manual
Teacher Training Manual (if enrolled in practicum)
Program cost does not include:
Required reading books
Studio classes or membership (scholarships are available)
Interested?
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Meet your lead trainer
Cassandra Sullivan, E-RYT500, C-IAYT
Cassandra is the owner of Tria Yoga. She teaches inclusive alignment-based yoga, restorative, yin, and meditation with a grounded presence and lighthearted playfulness.
FAQs + Policies
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We recommend at least one year of consistent yoga practice so that you will get the most out of this program. This program is both for those who want to deepen their practice and for those who may want to teach.
If you are new to Tria Yoga, we recommend that you attend a few classes at the studio before enrolling to get a feel for our studio and teaching style.
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We will focus on both alignment-based and vinyasa flow styles of yoga in the Krishnamacharya lineage. This training will also include restorative, yin, chair, and trauma-informed yoga. Meditation practices are by the Yoga Sūtras and Buddhist traditions.
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No problem. You can complete Embodied Yoga Studies in full without pursuing the Teaching Practicum. Many students participate solely to deepen their practice and integrate yoga more fully into their lives.
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Yes! Students complete Embodied Yoga Studies first and choose whether to continue into the Teaching Practicum toward the end of the studies portion.
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Yes! If you choose to continue on the Teaching Practicum path, we require 100% attendance to graduate and receive a certificate of completion from our program. Make-up sessions can be scheduled if necessary for an additional cost.
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The $500 registration deposit is non-refundable.
An applicant who submits written notice of cancellation before the program begins is entitled to a refund of all money paid less the non-refundable $500 registration fee.