Maha Deva 200 Hr Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Spring 2023

Join us, Lee Schardein and Tiffany Langdon, for our Maha Deva 200 Hr Hatha Yoga Teacher Training!  We are *beside ourselves* to be able to offer these transformative teachings to our community that is so close to our hearts, once again. Whether you have the desire to become a certified yoga teacher or you simply want to deepen your personal yoga practice, this will be a good fit for you. We welcome everyone, wherever you currently are on your yoga journey!

Our yoga teacher training will begin April 1st and will extend through August 2023. We will meet approximately 1-2 weekends per month.

We intend to adhere to Yoga Teacher Training standards of anatomy, philosophy, teaching etc, but we will also maintain a focus on posture alignment, creative sequencing, yoga texts and philosophy and meditation. In addition we will explore a variety of yoga styles, giving you a well-rounded perspective of the ever evolving practice of yoga. Our goal is for students to leave the training feeling confident in teaching an accessible yoga class.

We will explore:

-alignment and breakdown of postural yoga

-full immersion into anatomy

-the study of yoga texts such as The Bhagavad Gita, The Yoga Sutras and The Upanishads

-exploration of many breathing techniques (Pranayama)

-yoga history and philosophy

-overview of the six classic schools of Indian philosophy

-the skill of teaching yoga

-introduction to the subtle body and chakras

-introduction to mantras and mudras

-class sequencing

-variety of yoga styles: restorative, yin, pre-natal, yoga nidra, hatha, vinyasa

-yoga ethics, appropriation

-yoga business and how to navigate getting started as a new yoga teacher

-introduction to Ayurveda

Attendance:

Attendance is required for all training dates and times in order to meet 200 hour requirements and earn your Yoga Teacher Training certificate.  If, upon registration, there is a conflict with posted dates, we will make exceptions on a case-by-case basis.  You will be required to meet with a lead instructor to make up any content missed.  Please note, there will be extra cost to make up hours to accomodate instructors extra time.  Let's talk prior to registration to see if accomodations can be made.

About your teachers:

Lee and Tiffany both have a deep connection to the study of yoga and meditation. They have an ongoing calling to take the seat of a student, as they further their education regularly, making the study of yoga a lifelong devotion.  With over 1500 hours of combined certifications, you’ll receive the wisdom that has been passed down from their teachers and their teachers teachers and so on.  We are honored and humbled to share this wisdom with the hearts and minds of others!

Lee and Tiff lead from the heart with many years of experience. Our environment will be a fun, yet safe and supported space. We will carefully guide you on this journey, one of the most incredible experiences that will encourage growth, curiosity and transformation-once you take the leap with us!

Teacher Bios:

Tiffany Langdon:

Tiffany's passion lies in studying Hindu Mythology and Yoga Philosophy.  She tends to teach yoga classes that weave asana and mythology together including fluid movement and carefully chosen postures to strengthen the body and to prepare the body for meditation.  She urges students to practice yoga to develop a deeper understanding of their 'true self'. Her classes are challenging but fun, safe, light-hearted and accessible to all levels and she invites every student to be satisfied with their yoga practice as it is today and to enjoy their own journey

Lee Schardein:

Lee (she/her) is a yogi, healer and dancer.  She has been studying and practicing yoga for over 15 years, and it is one of her greatest passions to share the practice with others.   Lee completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training at Yogaia in Louisville, KY.  Lee went on to complete her 300 hour teacher training with Laughing Lotus in New York City, and was trained in their signature Lotus Flow.  Lotus flow is a style of vinyasa yoga that leads students through a dancing, moving meditation.  Lee traveled to Rishikesh, India with Laughing Lotus in 2018 and 2019.  Lee is an experienced yoga teacher with over 1,000 hours of teaching experience.  Lee co-lead a 200 hour teacher training with Maha Vira Yoga in 2019-2020.  Lee inspires her students to take the lessons they learn on their mats into their daily lives.  During Lee’s classes be prepared to smile, sweat, be empowered and leave feeling a little lighter.  In her teachings she weaves movement, mudra, mantra, Hindu mythology and chakra work.  Lee is also a mental health therapist and works with individuals and families at a holistic private practice in Louisville, KY.  Lee believes that healing happens in the body, and she guides and inspires folx on their individual healing journeys.

The Location:

We will meet in the neighborhood of Clifton/Highlands, at The Bungalow.  The space is a new, exciting concept that hosts community events based on connection, inclusivity and creativity.  And, we couldn’t be more thrilled to learn and practice together in this community of other like-minded creatives! You’re going to love it too!

Teacher Training Dates:

(These dates are subject to change)

We will meet:

Fridays 5:30-8:30pm

Saturdays 9-5pm

Sundays 10-6pm

April 1, 2

April 14, 15, 16

April 28, 29, 30

May 12, 13, 14

May 26, 27, 28

June 9, 10, 11

June 16, 17, 18

July 7, 8, 9

July 21, 22, 23

Aug 4, 5, 6

Aug 11, 12, 13

*Note:  Trainees are required to attend all dates and times of training in order to receive their 200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training Certificate.  If you have a conflict with dates, exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis with the expectation that you make up hours (additional cost for instructors time).

We LITERALLY can't wait to guide you through the SPECIAL experience on your yoga journey!

Email us if you have any questions.  If you are ready to take the leap, check out and complete the registration form next! Also, payment plans are available, make the appropriate selection during checkout!