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The Lotus Elephant

Yoga Teacher Training

200 Hour YTT

Starting January 2027

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With Shelly Werts, ERYT 500

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By registering you agree to the below terms.

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Combination of asynchronous (learn at your own pace pre-recorded videos; self-paced materials; downloadable resources and guided assignments; access to a supportive online community), and synchronous (virtual live meetings, two Sundays per month 9 am to 3 pm, and weekly coaching meeting on Thursdays @ 7 pm) from January through September.  Students must complete all assignments and attend all live sessions to meet the requirement for certification to become a RYT 200. 

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Cost is $1497 plus tax to be paid in full or can pay installments using Afterpay.  If you miss time, there is an opportunity for make up at an additional cost of $45/hour with Shelly to be scheduled.

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​For registration and direct questions, email Shelly at lotuselephant108@gmail.com

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​​​​The Lotus Elephant Yoga Teacher Training is a transformative 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training designed to help you deepen your practice, expand your understanding of the mind-body connection, and integrate both Eastern and Western philosophies into your personal and professional life.

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​​Whether you’re a mental health therapist seeking somatic tools to support your clients, an aspiring yoga teacher ready to share your practice, or a dedicated student wanting to explore yoga more fully, this program is tailored for the modern, busy individual. With a thoughtfully paced structure, it allows time to absorb, integrate, and embody the teachings in a meaningful and lasting way.  You do not need to be flexible or an expert.  This program is designed to be supportive and adaptive.  I am a middle-aged woman with the understanding that we move differently in our bodies every day.  Yoga is not a perfection, it is a practice!

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What You’ll Experience:

● Foundational Knowledge
Explore the rich history and philosophy of yoga, gain essential anatomical insights, and learn how to safely and effectively guide others through a well-structured practice.

​● Personal Growth & Embodied Wisdom

Deepen your connection to self through an exploration of asana, breathwork, meditation, Ayurveda, mindfulness and more. This training nurtures both your personal practice and your ability to teach with authenticity and clarity.

​● Practical & Inclusive Teaching Skills
Gain experience in sequencing, cueing, and adjustments—while learning how to create trauma-informed, accessible classes that honor diverse bodies and experiences. You’ll leave prepared to teach with confidence, compassion, and cultural awareness.

​● The Business of Yoga
Step into your role as a professional with tools to develop your personal brand, market your offerings, and build a sustainable career. We’ll also cover essential communication skills, including group facilitation, time management, boundary setting, and creating intentional spaces.

​● Required Books (purchased separately by student)

  1.  The Yamas & Niyamas by Deborah Adele and the companion journal

  2.  Teaching Yoga, Second Edition: A Comprehensive Guide for Yoga Teachers and Trainers: A Yoga Alliance-Aligned Manual of Asanas, Breathing Techniques, Yogic Foundations, and More by Mark Stephens

  3.  Ayurveda for Yoga Teachers and Students by Siva Mohan

  4.  Science of Yoga: Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice by Ann Swanson

  5.  The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (any translation)

  6.  The Hatha Yoga Pradipika (any translation)

  7.  The Bhagavad Gita (any translation)

  8. Trauma-Informed and Trauma Responsive Yoga Teaching by Catherine Cook-Cottone and Joanne Spence

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