Embodied Healing & Recovery
An Integrative Trauma-Conscious Training of Yoga, Mindfulness, and Ayurveda
300hour Yoga Teacher Training
Science and wisdom traditions recognize that ‘connection’ is the antidote to physical, mental and emotional dis-ease. Our innate nature is perfect health and we can re-unite, recover and return to a normal state of health, mind and strength by taking a healing journey. Join us, and learn to lead others toward embodied healing in this program. As an accredited educational institute with the Yoga Alliance since 2009, Sol Yoga teachers provide trainings for wellness professionals, yoga teachers, and anyone on their own healing journey.
For questions, contact our Lead Facilitator, Shelley Pentony at [email protected].
Consciously designed for the moment, our curriculum not only instills advanced yoga practice, but also attends to the suffering that our world has experienced in recent years. This program connects you with a community of healers, and holds space for you to deepen your personal journey.
Learn to ‘hold space’
Teaching is more than just knowledge, it’s the ability to connect and facilitate connections. Learn to ‘hold space’ for discovery & connections.
Yoga & Ayurveda are some of the oldest and time tested philosophical systems of health and wellness in the world. Paired with modern trauma conscious healing models, science-based mindfulness practices, 12-Step recovery programs, and the power of community, this program will offer you a map to recover your wholeness and facilitate connection in others.
It is clear that knowledge and tools are not enough. It’s the embodiment of the knowledge and deep connection that facilitates healing.
As such, unique to this program, you will witness from seasoned teachers and healers, experience within and learn the ability to hold space individually and in a small group setting for curious inquiry, meaningful sharing and deep healing.
300 HOUR YOGA TEACHER CERTIFICATION - FOR RYT-500
Course is open to:
We welcome anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge and practice of yoga and mindfulness. While this program is enjoyed by current yoga teachers, it is frequently audited by the larger healing community, such as therapists, medical professionals, social workers, recovery advocates, healers and educators, as well as dedicated yoga practitioners who may not see themselves as teachers.
PrerequisiteS:
Yoga teachers who seek the 500 hr RYT status should have the 200hr training before beginning this course. We will review other education or previous training as a possible substitute. This training may also be taken as an audit style course with no certification option if you are simply seeking personal growth and self study.
LOCATION:
Each of our weekends will take place in our Sol Center studios in Frederick, MD, or in local outdoor locations to enjoy and study the healing effects of the natural world. Potential locations include: our own Sol Yoga Yard, nearby Baker Park (walking distance), Gambril State Park, Fox Haven Farm, and local a permaculture farm and recovery center.
DAtes & Cost 2024:
Each weekend schedule includes: Friday evening 7:00-9:30 pm, Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am-4:30 pm.
May 10th-12th
June 14th-16th
July 19th-21st
August 9th-11th
Sept 20th-22nd
October 4th-6th
November 8th-10th
January 10th-12th
February 21st-23rd
March 14th-16th
COST
$3,500, paid in full
Payment plans are available
Meet your teachers
Offering some of the industry's most well educated, inspired and respected teachers, facilitators, faculty and trainers, Sol Yoga’s training programs attract depth and offer authenticity.
Lead by Shelley Pentony, an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT) with over 10,000 hours of teaching, this program will deepen your connection to yoga, the Earth, and yourself. Each weekend will have a specific focus or topic, and many will involve a co-teacher who works or has advanced training in that specialty. Learn more about your teachers >
Shelley Pentony, Lead Facilitator, E-RYT 500
Ericka Leonard, LCSW-C
Larissa Hall Carlson, E-RYT 500
Toni Wilhelm, E-RYT 500
Dorcas Quynn, E-RYT 500
Grace Jull, MA, LMT
TOPICS & INTENSIVES include:
Ayurveda & Nature-based Therapy
Intuitive Herbalism (Ayurveda & TCM)
Eco-Therapy - A nature-based therapeutic practice
Dinacharya Lesson & Practice
Recovery & Trauma-Conscious Teaching
The Dynamics & Symptoms of Trauma
Trauma-informed Teaching
Yoga for Recovery
Yoga for Grief
Yoga for Cancer
The intersection of the 8 limbs of yoga and 12 step recovery programs
Integrating micro-practices during any class to support grounding
Mindfulness, Theory, & Philosophy
Yoga Philosophy (Sutras, Yama’s & Niyamas)
Mantra, mudra & myth
Embodying ethics in modern life
Advanced yoga history, philosophy, anatomy, and Sanskrit
Meditation
The Five Precepts of Buddhism
Anatomy, Asana & Pranayama
Anatomy & physiology/anatomical structures
Framework for creating cohesive sequencing
Teaching effective & purposeful sequences for all (Includes Chair Yoga, props, and alternatives)
Yin Yoga & TCM Theory
Detailed guided exercises of breathing and pranayama practices
By the end of this traininG…
You will have advanced knowledge of asanas, pranayama, meditation, and ancient yogic wisdom to instill a regenerative effect on your life and the lives of your students. We want all of our students to develop deep friendships, renewed commitment to the practice, and heartfelt compassion towards yourself and others. We can’t wait to meet you.
Outdoor Classroom
Our Faculty
What is a typical training weekend like?
With about 20 hours of training each weekend, they are jam packed and schedule oriented. We vary the learning environment to include lecture, hands on experience, yoga practice, group activities, etc. Sometimes we sit for long periods of time, other weekends we practice a lot, it just depends on the nature of the topic we are covering. Most of the time, we snack during training or have a ‘working’ lunch, so you should come prepared for a full 8.5 hr day.
Is it a big deal if I miss one of the weekends?
Yes, it is. It is difficult to make up weekends as massive amounts of material are covered. Additionally, you lose the continuity of the program, which is crucial to the experience. We have made exceptions for things like weddings and births and in these special cases; there is a makeup policy in place.
How much time is required for studying?
That is really up to you. The people that get the most out of this program maximize the required books, complete all assignments and make a considerable out of class effort to learn about yoga. For most weekends, there are homework assignments ranging from reading, short papers, class planning, creative projects, etc. There is ample time to complete these assignments between weekends.
Can I receive my 500 hour teaching certificate after completing this program?
Yes, Sol Yoga has been an accredited educational institute with the Yoga Alliance since 2009. And, the teachers of this program have been working as yoga teachers for many years, in many different types of studios, styles, states, countries! We’re here to help you and will offer all the support that we can in your teaching journey. We will offer sessions on the business and lifestyle of of yoga teachers, but beyond that, ask us anything!
You’re ready.
For any questions, email our Lead Facilitator, Shelley Pentony, at [email protected].
We’re looking forward to meeting you!