The Evolution of Yoga:
Immersion & Teacher Training

Personal:  Create a unique individual immersion experience... 
Our group training sessions are paired with individual mentoring to inspire deep exploration of self and practice.  Flexibility in the program allows individuals to focus on the styles, traditions and concepts that are of personal interest, while also focusing on creating a lifestyle that supports overall health and vitality.

Professional:  Teach from experience...  
We certify instructors who teach from the depth of their own practices and experiences.  Not only is our program an immersion in the practice and philosophy of yoga (both traditional and modern), but it also offers intensive training and practical experience in the art of teaching yoga.  Every participant leaves the program with solid peer and instructor reviewed teaching experiences. 

Immerse yourself…
OWY's  yoga immersion and teacher training is unique… in the era of online trainings pumping out teachers who have never worked in the presence of bodies, OWY’s training is immersive and experiential. We give each student an opportunity to dive into the yoga experience on many levels.  Surround yourself with wellness based community. Deepen your relationship with yoga.  Practice the art of teaching. Transform your life.  

Trauma Centered Yoga: This is a post-lineage yoga training with a trauma centered focus. 

Program Fee: $3500

• $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.

• Early registration discount of $500 if registered by Sept 1st. ($3000 program total)

• Balance of Program Fee is Due-in-Full 5 days prior to first Group Training Session.

• Starting June 1, 2023 All regularly scheduled classes and select workshops are free from the date the program is paid-in-full through the end of the Group Training Sessions. Pay in full now and start coming to classes for free June 1!

Program Requirements

96 Group Training Hours: These hours are accumulated by attending all training weekends and fall Thursday night sessions
28 Teaching Practicum Training Hours: These hours are accumulated by attending and teaching classes on Winter and Spring Thursdays (January 4 - April 11)
70 Individual Training Hours: These hours are accumulated by attending classes at OWY in Huron, OWY classes run through Sandusky Rec and up to 5 of these hours can bee accumulated by attending classes outside of OWY programming. All of these must be approved by Brian or Shannon prior to attending in order to receive credit.
6 Mentorship Hours: These hours are accumulated through one-on-one sessions with Brian and Shannon.

Successful completion of program requires consistent attendance, completion of assignments, completion of teaching practicum.

Is this training for you?

Are you feeling disconnected from life, others, your body?
Do you deal with lots of little structural aches and pains and want to learn to self-manage?
Do you enjoy physical activity and want to move with more awareness?
Do you need cross-training on another physical activity that you love?
Do you want mindfulness but struggle knowing where to start?
Have you (like everyone else) been struggling with your mental health… anxiety, depression, angry out bursts, etc?
Are you interested in the science and anatomy behind why these practices work?
Are you curious about how yoga links body and spirituality?
Do you want to teach?

There are so many reasons this program may be for you!

OWY’s teacher trainers are very experienced in turning out quality teachers.

Training Dates & Details

HERE’S WHAT PREVIOUS GRADUATES HAVE TO SAY:

"OWY's Teacher Training Prgram changed my life!"

"I entered Open Way Yoga teacher training primarily to deepen my own practice. I sincerely appreciated the philosophic and practice depth of this program." 

"Open Way Yoga provided quality instruction, guidance and the opportunity to explore personal yogic interests and ideas. The class curriculum was well rounded and, in fact, exceeded the 200 RYT requirements. I would recommend this teacher training program to anyone interested in gaining a greater understanding of yoga and the ability to confidently teach in a classroom setting."

"Brian Henderson (our lead trainer) has years of yoga experience and that really shows in his teaching. He was a math professor before he became a yogi and he is as skilled at the art of teaching as he is at yoga. It was an excellent experience that deepened my already deep connection to yoga."

Meet Your Teachers:

Brian and Shannon are an incredible team with decades of experience. Together they have trained the very best teachers in our area and beyond.

This training is in-person and immersive… it will change you from the inside out!

Shannon Thomas has more than 20 years of yoga practice behind her, 9 years as a teacher and yoga teacher trainer. Shannon has lived a life focused on the connection points… interpersonally between people, between nature and people, and between individuals and their own bodies. She focuses on wellness and self-care like it’s a full time job and loves helping others dissolve the illusive barrier between mind and body to discover the wealth of knowledge inherent in their own bodies. She has an inexhaustible enthusiasm for wellness, yoga, wilderness skills, plants... and about 50 other things.

Brian Henderson has more than 30 years of yoga practice experience and 10 years as a yoga teacher and yoga teacher trainer. Teaching, learning, and most importantly practicing yoga continue to be the main foci of his life. Although he incorporates many different modern styles, as well as Tai Chi and dance into his personal practice, he is predominantly an old school yogi. In addition to the postures, a large portion of his yoga consists of breathing exercises, cleansing exercises, chanting, meditation, and studying philosophy. As an instructor he attempts to present students with as many general practices as he can and to entice people into starting a home practice.

Book List

• Yoga for Everyone  
  By Dianne Bondy

• Yoga, Mind, Body and Spirit  
  By Donna Farhi

• Anatomy of Hatha Yoga  
  By H. David Coulter

• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali  Translation and Commentary By Chip Hartranft

• My Grandmother’s Hands  
  By Resmaa Menakem

POLICY FOR MISSED CLASSES

As teacher training is an investment in yourself, we don’t allow for cancellations. We want to encourage those who are ready and willing to make the commitment to change their life for the better. That said, we understand illnesses and life situations happen, so if you are unable to complete the program by the final weekend, you will have through December 31, 2024 to complete all requirements.