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  By: Annelise Jul 10, 2024

  Training Program held on Jan 14, 2023—Jun 11, 2023

  For anyone looking to deeper their concept of self, the world, their peers, and all things seen and unseen I highly recommend studying with the Lotus Pond. It is a safe environment to grow and learn, a place that is accepting of all humanness and the messy emotions attached to our being. They are here to work with you along side each step of your journey, and personally truly helped me cultivate the confidence within my self. I recommend Lotus Pond's 200 hour training to all those looking to teach, as well as those looking to spread their wings a bit further.

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  For anyone looking to deeper their concept of self, the world, their peers, and all things seen and unseen I highly recommend studying with the Lotus Pond. It is a safe environment to grow and learn, a place that is accepting of all humanness and the messy emotions attached to our being. They are here to work with you along side each step of your journey, and personally truly helped me cultivate the confidence within my self. I recommend Lotus Pond's 200 hour training to all those looking to teach, as well as those looking to spread their wings a bit further.
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  5 out of 5

  By: Pamela Starr Jul 07, 2024

  The 200-hour training at Lotus Pond was amazing. The core instructors were extremely knowledgeable. They also had guest instructors who added deeper levels of training on different topics. This was the perfect way to dive into the history of yoga, learn how to teach the asanas, and to become part of a nurturing community of like-minded people.

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  The 200-hour training at Lotus Pond was amazing. The core instructors were extremely knowledgeable. They also had guest instructors who added deeper levels of training on different topics. This was the perfect way to dive into the history of yoga, learn how to teach the asanas, and to become part of a nurturing community of like-minded people.
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  5 out of 5

  By: Sabrina Petrosky Jun 20, 2024
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  5 out of 5

  By: Angela Speer Jun 17, 2024

  My experience at the Lotus Pond exceeded all expectations. The program was well designed, and well organized. The instruction was comprehensive and the expert guests added tremendously to the depth and breadth of the learning. The climate was inviting and a truly safe space to share freely, the climate for learning was all that you would hope a yoga teacher training class would be. I feel confident and well prepared to teach and will continue on with my 300 hour training at the Lotus Pond. I am grateful to have learned with and from some of the best! Namaste.

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  My experience at the Lotus Pond exceeded all expectations. The program was well designed, and well organized. The instruction was comprehensive and the expert guests added tremendously to the depth and breadth of the learning. The climate was inviting and a truly safe space to share freely, the climate for learning was all that you would hope a yoga teacher training class would be. I feel confident and well prepared to teach and will continue on with my 300 hour training at the Lotus Pond. I am grateful to have learned with and from some of the best! Namaste.
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  5 out of 5

  By: John Tuskey Jun 13, 2024

  Training Program held on Jan 20, 2024—Jun 02, 2024
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  5 out of 5

  By: Lauren Kay Gordon Jun 11, 2024

  The Lotus Pond in Tampa, FL has changed my life for the better in so many ways! Not only have I completed my YTT but I was also offered an opportunity to teach! I've met lifelong friends in my sanga and the sense of community and love pours from The Lotus Pond in abundance. My instructors Katie, Ryan and Chris are kind, intelligent, welcoming, and pure inspiration! My gratefulness to them and The Lotus Pond is never ending. Thank you thank you thank you!

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  The Lotus Pond in Tampa, FL has changed my life for the better in so many ways! Not only have I completed my YTT but I was also offered an opportunity to teach! I've met lifelong friends in my sanga and the sense of community and love pours from The Lotus Pond in abundance. My instructors Katie, Ryan and Chris are kind, intelligent, welcoming, and pure inspiration! My gratefulness to them and The Lotus Pond is never ending. Thank you thank you thank you!
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  5 out of 5

  By: Brittany Sowle Jun 09, 2024

  Training Program held on Jan 14, 2023—Jun 11, 2023
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  5 out of 5

  By: Stacy Vick Jun 09, 2024

  The program at Lotus Pond was more than I could have imagined. I gained invaluable knowledge and skills that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. The teachers are incredible and are deeply invested in their students’ success. It is truly a gift to be a graduate of the Lotus Pond.

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  The program at Lotus Pond was more than I could have imagined. I gained invaluable knowledge and skills that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. The teachers are incredible and are deeply invested in their students’ success. It is truly a gift to be a graduate of the Lotus Pond.
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  5 out of 5

  By: Tammy Kiehl Jun 08, 2024

  This studio is a complete health experience and the teachings exceed expectations. The owners, teachers, and staff are awesome! They are all very knowledgable and friendly. It is a calming and relaxing place to practice and learn at.

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  This studio is a complete health experience and the teachings exceed expectations. The owners, teachers, and staff are awesome! They are all very knowledgable and friendly. It is a calming and relaxing place to practice and learn at.
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  5 out of 5

  By: Gabrielle Cuzzola Apr 18, 2024

  Training Program held on Jul 08, 2023—Dec 10, 2023

  A transformative and unforgettable opportunity to grow as an individual, practitioner, and teacher. It was a privilege to grow within the Lotus Pond— the guidance and tutelage is unparalleled to anything I’ve experienced in my 15+ years as a householder. Thank you, for this beautiful gift — my sangha, my heart, my home.

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  A transformative and unforgettable opportunity to grow as an individual, practitioner, and teacher. It was a privilege to grow within the Lotus Pond— the guidance and tutelage is unparalleled to anything I’ve experienced in my 15+ years as a householder. Thank you, for this beautiful gift — my sangha, my heart, my home.