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Denver Yoga Underground

4.79

Based on 127 reviews

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NPS Score 8.7/10


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3250 East 6th Avenue

Denver, CO, USA

Types of Yoga Taught

Alignment-Oriented Yoga

Spiritually-Oriented Yoga

Specialty Yoga

Trainings Formats

Part-time
spread out over time

Non-residential
trainees commute to the program

Languages

ENGLISH

About Denver Yoga Underground

Denver is a hotbed for yoga and there are plenty of places to practice.  Where do the people who want to step out of the limelight and learn the deeper roots and tradition go? Denver Yoga Underground is a safe haven for those seeking a diverse and welcoming environment...

Denver is a hotbed for yoga and there are plenty of places to practice.  Where do the people who want to step out of the limelight and learn the deeper roots and tradition go?


Denver Yoga Underground is a safe haven for those seeking a diverse and welcoming environment for in-depth yoga training, to mature spiritually, and grow into dedicated agents of good in their lives, and in the lives of their communities.


We uphold this vision through our Pay What You Can style workshops - with some of Denver’s leading teachers - mountain yoga retreats and our yoga teacher training.


Our hatha yoga-based training is our signature offering and features: traditional theory, dedicated periods of pranayama and meditation, ayurvedic lifestyle consultation, asana study, and student teaching, all within a safe and welcoming environment.  You can find out a lot more about our ytt and the content by visiting our website.


Though we’ve kept a pretty low profile over the years, we’ve been a force for grassroots style yoga programs since 2003. We base most of our programs out of a historic and very progressive church on 6th and Adams St., our underground HQ.


As another point of information, we partner with socially-minded organizations (such as Yoga for the People) who provide yoga classes to communities in need.  These joint projects serve to educate yoga teachers citywide, and channel resources to these organizations and the marginalized populations they serve.


Examples of where students have gone on to teach include:  businesses, refugee populations, mental health agencies, community/recreation centers, seniors, people in recovery, hospitals, the military, board members for yoga-related nonprofit, become studio owners, teach in studios, classes for people of color, trauma-sensitive classes, sheriff’s department, athletic clubs and more.


We’re not a studio, but rather, focus on workshops, retreats, and teacher training for yogis who’d rather practice outside the mainstream fold, grow inwardly and become secret agents of good in the world through their self-conduct and ability to teach.

First Registered August 2004

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  • Derik, Brenna, and guest instructors made this experience so comprehensive with inclusion of pranayama training, Ayurvedic education, trauma-sensitive overview, as well as asana instruction. It was a perfect thing to undertake as I processed the grief of my mother’s passing that year.

    • General Comments

      Derik, Brenna, and guest instructors made this experience so comprehensive with inclusion of pranayama training, Ayurvedic education, trauma-sensitive overview, as well as asana instruction. It was a perfect thing to undertake as I processed the grief of my mother’s passing that year.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Jennifer Kloewer Dec 13, 2023

    I loved my experience here. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a deeper understanding of the roots of yoga and its practice.

    • General Comments

      I loved my experience here. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a deeper understanding of the roots of yoga and its practice.
  • 4 out of 5
    By: Haley Stamps May 18, 2023

  • 4.5 out of 5
    By: Erica Voisine May 11, 2023

    Denver Yoga Underground gave me a rich and holistic base to my yoga education. Because of this approach, I feel confident to teach within my community, and am grateful to be a graduate of this program.

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      Denver Yoga Underground gave me a rich and holistic base to my yoga education. Because of this approach, I feel confident to teach within my community, and am grateful to be a graduate of this program.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Caitlin Wiedenmann May 11, 2023

    You’re probably looking at these reviews because you want a holistic YTT program and not just a corporate, fitness-based program, and if so, I can assure you that you’ll find this at DYU. Derik and the other instructors are highly experienced and most importantly interested in yoga as a whole concept, (including Ayurveda, pranayama, yoga theory, supporting literature, etc.) and not just the asanas. I’ve been in the 200 hour YTT program at Denver Yoga Underground for the past four months & graduated just yesterday. The community with fellow trainees was an unexpected bonus of this training and I will forever cherish this experience. I’d recommend this program to anyone as I believe it’s an incredible foundation for aspiring yoga teachers.

    • General Comments

      You’re probably looking at these reviews because you want a holistic YTT program and not just a corporate, fitness-based program, and if so, I can assure you that you’ll find this at DYU. Derik and the other instructors are highly experienced and most importantly interested in yoga as a whole concept, (including Ayurveda, pranayama, yoga theory, supporting literature, etc.) and not just the asanas. I’ve been in the 200 hour YTT program at Denver Yoga Underground for the past four months & graduated just yesterday. The community with fellow trainees was an unexpected bonus of this training and I will forever cherish this experience. I’d recommend this program to anyone as I believe it’s an incredible foundation for aspiring yoga teachers.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Carrie Mandelin May 11, 2023

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Shannon Early Feb 27, 2023

    Wonderfully planned and executed program that I am still reaping benefits from. I admire the dedication and knowledge of everyone involved.

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      Wonderfully planned and executed program that I am still reaping benefits from. I admire the dedication and knowledge of everyone involved.
  • 4 out of 5
    By: Jessie Smith Feb 22, 2023

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Erin McDonough Feb 06, 2023

    A truly amazing experience. I highly recommend this school.

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      A truly amazing experience. I highly recommend this school.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Functional Freedom Yoga Jan 18, 2023

First Registered August 2004

School Reviews

Total Reviews: 127

Feb 23, 2024

Derik, Brenna, and guest instructors made this experience so comprehensive with inclusion of pranayama training, Ayurvedic education, trauma-sensitive overview, as well as asana instruction. It was a perfect thing to undertake as I processed the grief of my mother’s passing that year. Full Review

By Jennifer Kloewer RYT® 200

Dec 13, 2023

I loved my experience here. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a deeper understanding of the roots of yoga and its practice. Full Review

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