CASA COPAL

School of Yoga & Healing Arts

COME HOME TO YOURSELF

200hr
Yoga Teacher Training

Sept. 4th - Dec. 20th, 2026

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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

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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 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. The schedule may shift slightly from module to module & most weekends we will likely close earlier, allowing the rhythm of the group to guide our time together.

Breaks are spacious, giving time for rest, integration & nourishment throughout the day. While the training is immersive, we honour a steady & sustainable pace so the learning can truly land.

THURSDAY

6 - 7:15pm

FRIDAY

2 - 8:30pm

*On Friday Sept 4th we meet at 8am for our opening ceremony

SATURDAY

7am - 8:30pm

SUNDAY

7am - 8:30pm

Dates & Modules

September 4th - December 20th, 2026

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 assignments & if needed, make-up sessions at an added cost

Module 1

MULADHARA: ROOTS & FOUNDATIONS

FRI. SEPT. 4th - SUN. SEPT. 6th

** This is the only Friday we meet at 8am for our opening ceremony**

Module 2

SVADHISTHANA: SACRED WATERS & THE REALMS OF SHAKTI

THU. SEPT. 17th - SUN. SEPT. 20th

Module 3

MANIPURA: FIRE & THE REALMS OF SHIVA

THU. OCT. 1st - SUN. OCT. 4th

CEREMONY

SAT. OCT. 10th

8am - 12pm

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 1

SUN, OCT. 11th

2:30 - 7:30pm

Module 4

ANAHATA: AIR & THE HEART OF DEVOTION

THU. OCT. 15th- SUN. OCT. 18th

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 2

SAT. OCT. 31st

3:30 - 8:30pm

*No other sessions scheduled this day

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IMMERSION Part 3

ONLINE

SUN. NOV. 1st

12 - 6pm

*No other sessions scheduled this day

Module 5

VISUDDHA: COSMIC SOUND + FINDING MY VOICE

THU. NOV. 5th - SUN. NOV. 8th

SPECIAL VISIT TO ISKCON TEMPLE

SUN. NOV. 15th

Module 6

AJNA: GREAT VISION

THU. NOV. 19th - SUN. NOV. 22nd

Module 7

SAHASRARA: RETURN TO SELF

THU. DEC. 3th - SUN. DEC. 6th

INTEGRATION

Times for this weekend will vary depending on the size of our cohort

THU. DEC. 11 - SUN. DEC. 14th

Module 8

THE ENDING BECOMES THE BEGINNING

Final Practicum & Graduation

THU. DEC. 17th - SUN. DEC. 20th

Tuition

FIRST CIRCLE

First 6 students

$2,999

EARLY BIRD

Until June 30th, 2026

$3,133

FULL PRICE

$3,333

ALL prices are shown in CAD

GST will be added at checkout

PAYMENT PLANS

Available upon request

50% of the tuition must be paid by the start date of the training, with the remaining balance due by December 16th, 2026

DEPOSIT

$500 non-refundable

deposit required to save your spot

SCHOLARSHIPS

If finances are a barrier, please reach out. We believe these teachings should be accessible & may offer a small number of energy exchange and/or scholarship opportunities.

What's included

• CASA COPAL Unlimited membership from August 4th - December 20th

• Welcome Bag

• Printed YTT Manuals

• Digital Workbook

• 200hr Yoga Alliance Certificate

Each participant will source their own additional texts

Patanjali Sutras

Bhagavad Gita

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Curriculum

Our curriculum weaves traditional yogic teachings with embodied practice, honoring both the philosophical roots of Yoga & its living expression in the modern world.

Throughout our time together, we will explore the following foundations to support &

expand both your personal practice & your path as a teacher.

Through rich discussion, embodied practice & self inquiry, we deepen our understanding of

Yoga & how it can be shared with integrity while honoring its roots.

Yoga Philosophy & Humanities

Journey into the philosophical roots of Yoga through foundational texts such as the Yoga Sutras & the Bhagavad Gita. Together we explore the ethical foundations of yogic living through the Yamas & Niyamas, the historical evolution of Yoga & the deeper context from which these teachings emerge.

Special guest teachers will also share insights from Vedic traditions & yogic philosophy, expanding our understanding of Yoga as a living lineage.

Anatomy and Physiology

Gain practical insight into how the body moves & functions. We explore how yoga postures affect muscles, joints & internal systems while learning how to adapt practices safely for different bodies.

This foundation supports the creation of inclusive, intelligent classes that meet students where they are.

The Subtle Body

Using the chakra system as a map, we explore the energetic dimensions of yoga practice. You will be introduced to the prana vayus, the koshas & the five elements, deepening your understanding of how energy moves through the body & informs our lives & practice.

This section also includes an introduction to Ayurveda & the doshas, shared by 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, Sanskrit names of postures, verbal & hands-on adjustments, and how to

adapt postures 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, & holding space for students. Develop the confidence to lead a yoga class while learning to respond intuitively

to the energy of the room.

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

Explore practical tools to support your journey as a yoga teacher, including ethical teaching practices, basic business skills & marketing foundations.

This section is designed to help you share your work in a way that feels authentic,

sustainable & aligned with yogic values.

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, Visvambhar Sheth & Doyal Gauranga 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.

Learn more about Erin: here

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."

Adriana Agüeros

Vinyasa + Asana Labs

Adriana loves sharing her passion for movement. A passion that has improved her relationship with herself, her community, and environment around her. It is impossible not to want to share it with others. Her purpose is to inspire those around her to get curious in their own path of connection with their body.

Adriana is a dedicated navakaraṇa teacher. She was fascinated by the melody, the rhythm, and the meticulous way in which each movement was built in the practice. However, what made her fall in love with this method was the energy of the Ujjāyī breathing: All students flowing and breathing as one.

She loves holding space for her navakaraṇa kula (community). A space for creativity and inclusion, where our paths of self transformation converge.