yoga shala - prescott, az

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program

with Cain Carroll RYT500 and Mary Kay West RYT500

Next Training Begins September 19, 2008

Yoga Shala's 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program (YTT) upholds the highest standards of yoga instruction and practice. The Program includes in-depth study of the following areas: yoga asana, pranayama, bandha, mudra, mantra, meditation, yogic/tantric philosophy, yoga for women/men, yogic texts (Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Yoga Sutras), anatomy/physiology, yogic diet, therapeutic applications of yoga, basic Sanskrit...and so much more. Graduates receive certification and national recognition as an RYT (registered yoga teacher) with the Yoga Alliance.

Above all, the program is a journey of self discovery. Whether or not you want to teach yoga, the deepening of your study and practice of the yogic arts and sciences will enrich your life in unimaginable ways. Ultimately, the study of yoga is the study of your own self, and the realization of your highest potential.

Cain has directed yoga teacher training programs at Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (Tempe, AZ), and at Yoga Shala (Prescott, AZ). He has mentored over 200 yoga instructors, guiding each individual to discover a personal relationship to yoga, a powerful personal practice and unique teaching style.

"Cain is the best teacher of anything I have ever had. Period."
- Jane DeLozier, Yoga Shala YTT Graduate

2008 - 2009 Program Schedule:

Start Date: September 19, 2008
Graduation Date: May 3rd, 2009

The Program meets one weekend per month for eight months in Prescott, AZ.

The Dates:
September 2008, 19-21
October 2008, 3-5
November 2008, 7-9
December 2008, 5-7
January 2009, 9-11
February 2009, 6-8
March 2009, 6-8
April 2009, 3-5
May 2009, 1-3

Weekends Hours:
Fridays: 5-9 pm
Saturdays: 8:30 am-12:30 pm & 2-6 pm
Sundays: 8:30 am-12:30 pm & 2-6 pm

*Make-up classes and assignments can be arranged for students who have to miss some scheduled contact hours.

Payments:

To reserve your space for the September 2008 start date, please submit your application and $300 registration fee (this is a non-refundable portion of total payment).

There are 3 options for payment:
$2200 if paid in full by May 15th, 2008
$2500 if paid in full by July 15th, 2008
$2800 if paid in installments.

The cost includes all scheduled contact hours and your teacher training manual.

The Payment Plan if you choose to pay in installments:

Payment 1: $300 (deposit)
Payment 2: $500 by September 19
Payment 3: $400 by October 3
Payment 4: $400 by November 7
Payment 5: $400 by December 5
Payment 6: $400 by January 9
Payment 7: $400 by February 6

Space is limited. Call 928.443.8973 or email yogicain@gmail.com for more info.

Mail completed application form to:
Yoga Shala
322 W. Gurley St
Prescott, AZ 86301
Attn: YTT

If you are interested in enrolling in the Yoga Shala YTT Program and you have any questions or concerns, Cain would be happy to meet in person or talk with you on the phone.

Namaste!

Testimonials

"From the moment Cain began our first class, a sacred journey began for me and it is continuing each day hence. I 'became' a student of Yoga in Cain's class. And even more notable is my many fellow classmates had a similar experience. Cain's unique style of teaching allows for an integration of the curriculum that can't compare with most programs. My confidence, understanding and commitment to the philosophy and way of the Yogi is directly linked or yoked to Cain's ability and masterful teaching style. It's difficult to put into words the fullness that I feel as a student who participated in the teacher training program with Cain; suffice it to say that his example of being a devoted student of Yoga stands with me every time I place my bare feet on my yoga mat, how does one quantify that? My gratefulness will always be in abundance." ~ Sincerely, Cynthia (Phoenix, AZ)

"This has been one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences of my life. Not easy, but one of the best things I've ever done for myself. Cain's passion is on fire and his heart is open. a true gift to this world." ~ LaNae Valentine (Prescott, AZ)

"Cain Carroll and the program that he teaches have changed my life forever. I came into the program to gain personal knowledge and was shown a door opening to endless possibilities. He has not only given his students excellent instruction, but treated us with such respect and love that we in turn will pass on to others. He believes in us and that gift is so very precious. I, in turn, have the utmost respect and love for my teacher, Cain Carroll. His teachings will be with me always." ~ Barb Rector (Phoenix, AZ)

"I feel more prepared to meet whatever happens in my life with grace. The most valuable thing I've taken form this program has been the practice of meeting my thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and concepts of 'myself' with awareness. Pain and fear no longer frighten me as they did before!" ~ Iris Marble Cushing (Prescott, AZ)

"Cain is a Yogi who lives, eats, breathes his Yoga, yet his teachings are accessible to the most elementary student. He has a positive, benevolent teaching style, always reminding the novice of Yoga basics, while challenging the more advanced practitioner to play to their edge. He is warm and humorous, well-read and eloquent, gifted and humble. A yoga student couldn't hope for a better teacher." ~ Holli (Phoenix, AZ)

photos by Reed Rahn