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CASA COPAL
School of Yoga & Healing Arts
COME HOME TO YOURSELF
200hr
Yoga Teacher Training
SEPTEMBER 5th - DECEMBER 21st 2025
Welcome to this 4- month journey designed for you to deepen your practice, immerse yourself in the ancient teachings of Yoga honoring its roots & learn to share them with humility
& integrity in the context of todays world to serve the collective with compassion & love.
Following the Chakra system as our map, we'll dive deep into all that Yoga is from ROOT to SOUL
YOGA BEGINS NOW
ATHA YOGA-ANUŚĀSANAM
अथ योगानुशासनम्
What you'll experience
HATHA + VINYASA + BHAKTI
Asana & Sequencing Labs
Anatomy & Physiology
Hands-on Assists
The Subtle Body
Mantra + Pranayama + Meditation
Yoga Ethics
Philosophy & Yoga Theory
Myths & Stories
Ceremony
Satsang
Yoga-off-the-mat
Seva
Study + Commitment + Devotion
We'll dive deep into the ocean of Yogic wisdom with body, mind & soul
The journey requires discipline, commitment & softness of heart
Whether you are an aspiring Yoga instructor or are new to the practice seeking personal growth or deeper connection to yoga, this 200hr curriculum lays the groundwork for your journey to deepen your understanding of yoga beyond the physical postures
& learn to integrate its principles into your daily life.
It is a gateway to profound self-discovery
Step confidently into a role of leadership to create the CHANGE you want to see in the world
Turn your intentions into ACTION to serve the collective from the HEART
Be held by like-minded individuals to create meaningful CONNECTIONS & COMMUNITY
After successfully completing the program you'll be certified by Yoga Alliance to teach Hatha & Vinyasa classes
You'll have the opportunity to teach at CASA COPAL through our YTT community classes program
Where we'll meet
IN - PERSON
Most sessions will be held at CASA COPAL YOGA located at 2291 W Broadway
ONLINE
Throughout the program we'll have a few online, live sessions via Zoom
(This is not an online Teacher Training)
OUTDOORS
Throughout the program we'll have a few sessions in nature
Schedule
This is a general outline of how our days will flow, though the schedule may vary slightly from module to module.
There’s plenty of spaciousness built in, with breaks between sessions—and some weekends will have shorter days to support your integration and rest.
THURSDAY
4 - 7:15pm
FRIDAY
7am - 7:30pm
SATURDAY
7am - 7:30pm
SUNDAY
7am - 7:30pm
Dates & Modules
September 5th - December 21st, 2025
All sessions (200 contact hours) are mandatory if you wish to receive Yoga Alliance accreditation
If you can't make all dates, include them in your application
There will be opportunities for make-up sessions at an added cost
Module 1: MULADHARA + ROOTS & FOUNDATIONS
FRI. SEPT. 5th - SUN. SEPT. 7th
Integration Thursday
THU. SEPT. 11th
Module 2: SVADHISTHANA: SACRED WATERS & THE REALMS OF SHAKTI
THU. SEPT. 18th - SUN. SEPT. 21st
Module 3: MANIPURA: FIRE & THE REALMS OF SHIVA
THU. OCT. 2nd - SUN. OCT. 5th
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 1
SUN, OCT. 12th
2:30 - 7:30pm
*No other sessions scheduled this weekend
Module 4: ANAHATA: THE HEART OF DEVOTION
THU. OCT. 16th- SUN. SEPT. 19th
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 2
SAT. NOV. 1st
3:30 - 8:30pm
*No other sessions scheduled this day
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 3
SUN. NOV. 2nd
3:30 - 8:30pm
*No other sessions scheduled this day
Module 5: VISUDDHA: COSMIC SOUND
THU. NOV. 6th - SUN. NOV. 9th
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 4
SAT. NOV. 15th
3:30 - 8:30pm
*No other sessions scheduled this weekend
SPECIAL VISIT TO ISKCON TEMPLE
SUN. NOV. 16th
Module 6: AJNA: GREAT VISION
THU. NOV. 20th - SUN. NOV. 23rd
Module 7: SAHASRARA: RETURN TO SELF
THU. DEC. 4th - SUN. DEC. 7th
YOGA WISDOM: MURTIS & VEDANTA with Dr. Manoj Chalam
THU. DEC. 11 - SUN. DEC. 14th
Module 8: THE ENDING BECOMES THE BEGINNING
THU. DEC. 18th - SUN. DEC. 21st
Pricing
EARLY BIRD
Until July 1st, 2025
$3,133
FULL PRICE
$3,333
PAYMENT PLAN
Pay in instalments + $200 admin fee
*Full amount must be paid by
December 1st, 2025
ALL prices are shown in CAD
GST will be added at checkout
SCHOLARSHIPS
We have two partial Energy Exchange scholarships available to support your studies.
email to learn more
What's included
• CASA COPAL Unlimited membership from August 5th - December 21st
• Welcome Bag
• Printed YTT Manuals
• Digital Workbook
• 200hr Yoga Alliance Certificate
Each participant will source their own additional texts
Patanjali Sutras
Bhagavad Gita
Curriculum
Throughout our time together, we’ll explore the following foundations to support and expand your personal practice and teaching. Through rich discussions and self-inquiry, we’ll refine our understanding of Yoga and how we share it—always honoring its roots.
Yoga Philosophy & Humanities
Journey into the philosophical roots of Yoga through ancient texts like the Yoga Sutras and The Bhagavad Gita. We’ll explore the ethical foundations of yogic living—the yamas and niyamas—as well as the history of Yoga, Yoga ethics & Vedic teachings shared by a special guest teacher.
Anatomy and Physiology
Gain practical insight into how the body moves and functions. Learn how yoga postures affect muscles, joints, and internal systems, and how to adapt practices safely for different bodies. This will help you create inclusive, intelligent classes that meet your students where they are.
The Subtle Body
Using the Chakra system as our map, you'll gain more understanding about the
energetic body including the Prana Vayus, Koshas & the Five Elements.
We'll receive an introduction to Ayurveda & doshas from a special guest teacher.
Asana Practice
Deepen your personal asana practice while developing the skills to guide others with clarity and care. Learn alignment principles, hands-on and verbal adjustments, Sanskrit names of postures, and how to modify for different bodies and abilities.
Pranayama, Mantra & Meditation
Discover the power of breath through pranayama techniques that calm the mind and energize the body. Cultivate a regular meditation practice and explore the use of mantra as a tool for inner connection, focus, and devotion.
Teaching Methodology
Unlock the art of teaching with labs on class sequencing, effective communication, & creating a nurturing environment. Develop the confidence to lead a yoga class, adapting to the energy of the room and connecting with your students.
Practicum
Put theory into practice through teaching opportunities. Receive constructive feedback from experienced instructors and peers, refining your teaching skills and gaining valuable
insights for growth.
Professional Essentials
Learn the basics about starting or continuing your journey as a Yoga instructor including
business tools & marketing to show up with an ethical commitment
in a way that feels authentic to you.
Ceremony + Yoga-off-the-mat + Seva
You will experience the practice of yoga beyond the mat through nature sessions, elemental ceremonies and special visits to expand your vision, knowledge & connect to yourself & each other. You'll find your own way to serve the collective & the lands through Seva projects to be in sacred reciprocity & loving service.
Taittirīya Upaniṣad 2.1
ॐ
सह नाववतु । सह नौ भुनक्तु । सह वीर्यं करवावहै ।
तेजस्वि नावधीतमस्तु मा विद्विषावहै ॥
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ।
Oṃ saha nāv avatu | saha nau bhunaktu |
saha vīryaṃ karavāvahai |
tejasvi nāvadhītam astu mā vidviṣāvahai ||
Oṃ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ |
Om May we be protected both together,
May we be nourished both together.
May we grow on spiritual knowledge
and energy both together,
May our study together be illuminating.
May we be free from discord.
Oṃ Peace, Peace, Peace
Your Teachers
Lorena Quintero
Lead Intructor
Hatha + Vinyasa + Bhakti
Lorena ERYT 500, CYA500 has been a student of Yoga since 2009. With over 1000 hours of training, she has been sharing classes, workshops & retreats in Mexico & Canada since 2013. She's co-led the 300hr Shamanic Yoga TT & is the founder of CASA COPAL
Lorena's love for the practice of Yoga comes from having found inspiring teachers from the beginning of her journey; she's studied with Shiva Rea, Jivasu Pradeep Kumar, Swami Atma, Praveen Nair, Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan, Janet Stone, Dr. Christine Selda, Rochelle Quarry, Nitai Ram & Govind Das to name a few. She honors all her teachers & is grateful to them for guiding the way.
Lorena is a Bhakta, a seeker. Her devotion & reverence to the practice comes from studying the ancient texts, visiting sacred sites in India, finding sanctuary in her Sadhana & nature & honoring her own Mexican roots. It all shows up in the way she teaches. She creates containers for people to experience their bodies authentically, witness their minds without judgement, listen to their hearts & move with soulful intention to the rhythms of their breath to remember their true nature & connection to the divine.
Lorena is a passionate Yogin eager & humbled to continue to learn with you as we embark on this journey together.
Erin Moon
Anatomy & Physiology
Erin Moon (she/Her) ERYT 500, C800-IAYT- has been teaching anatomy to Yoga instructors since 2009 in multiple programs around the world. She has been teaching yoga since 2005 starting with Vinyasa and adding Yin, Restorative, Hatha and a therapeutic approach over the years. Regarding Anatomy, Erin has studied/continues to study with YT's, PT’s, OT’s, Chiropractors, Researchers and Neurologists as well pursuing her hunger for knowledge through deep self study.
She also holds a 200hr certification in Applied Positive Psychology from The Flourishing Center, Reiki 2 and Thai Massage Level 1. Working with the body, mind and spirit connection has truly been a lifelong fascination.
Erin’s love of teaching anatomy comes from a deep passion for the continually unfolding world of science and research married with the deep teachings, 1000s of years of practice, embodiment, expansion of consciousness and connection of Yoga.
Guest Faculty
Nitai Rama Dasa
Bhakti Yoga - Bhagavad Gita Satsang
Nitai’s journey into the world of Bhakti began in 1997 when he discovered kirtan for the first time. This discovery inspired him to fully immerse in Bhakti ashram and temple life, which he continues to this day. Nitai has deeply studied Bhakti texts such the Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and other core teachings to the Gaudiya Bhakti tradition.
Nitai was formerly initiated into the Gaudiya tradition on February 6, 2001, in Mayapur, West Bengal, India. He has since spent his time in
Bhakti communities across Canada, the U.S.A., and India.
Nitai is currently a director for Kirtan Vancouver, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating immersive Kirtan experiences for people throughout the lower mainland.
Nitai's intention for this YTT: "The Bhagavad Gita can be read through many lenses, but the Bhakti lens of the heart is perhaps the most joyous and transformative."
Dr. Manoj Chalam
Murtis & Vedanta
Manoj (people call him a spiritual standup comedian) uses an uniquely entertaining, interactive story telling style using Hindu/Buddhist deities in his workshops to illuminate Bhakti practices as well as deep non dual philosophy. He teaches at festivals, yoga events, his ashram and whoever wants to listen.
Manoj uses these deity archetypes to help people in their hero’s journey as elucidated by Joseph Campbell and Carl Jung.
An Indian-born scientist with a PhD in Chemical engineering from Cornell University, Manoj helps individuals find their archetypes in Hindu/Buddhist Yogic deities and teaches the 5 practices to work with their archetype as a spiritual practice. He has also compiled a book on the symbolisms of
these deity archetypes.
Manoj is in the business of story telling to inspire people. He has many you tube videos with deity statues as a compelling media to tell stories. Manoj was interviewed by the Ram Dass foundation for their podcast on "The Deities".
Manoj teaches workshops at a physical ashram in his home in San Diego called Sakhya Bhava Ashram (where the divine is your friend). Manoj’s workshops are usually 70% lecture/group exercises, 15% archetypical deity yoga meditations, 10% Mantra chantings and 5% light spiritual stretches.
Learn more about Manoj here
Diego Montoya
Vinyasa + Asana Labs
Diego is a CYA500 instructor with a passion for sharing ancient teachings in a way that feels accesible to all.
The art of embodied movement through breath is ever present in a variety of ways in Diego's classes. Expect a wide range of mental, physical and spiritual engagement in your practice. From Bahkti Marga (Devotional Yoga), to Vinyasa Yoga (Yoga of Intention),
Diego carries an active and playful practice challenging you on your mat; whilst engaging with a meditative rhythm to engage deeper states of consciousness. Diego incorporates multicultural archetypes including Non Dualistic Tantrica Yoga, Andean medicine practices of Peru, and Toltec medicine traditions from Mexico.
More guests TBA
How to register?
STEP 1 APPLY
Fill out our application form here
It will take you approx 30min to complete, please share from your heart
STEP 2 SECURE YOUR SPOT
Once you've been accepted, you'll receive instructions to
pay your $500 non-refundable deposit to save your spot
STEP 3 THE JOURNEY BEGINS
Once your spot is secure & payment plan confirmed,
you'll receive your welcome packet & suggested reading list to start prepping for our first session on Sept. 5th 2025
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