Our yoga teacher training programs create a solid foundation upon which the trainee can build upon in becoming a knowledgeable practitioner or safe and confident guide. The Sacred Paths yoga teacher training program presents all the tools necessary for the trainee to gain a greater knowledge and understanding of this practice and to expand upon the sequences learned to create offerings that are authentic and deeply connected. Our curriculum is designed to empower you in your self practice and to develop teachers who are powerful spaceholders.
Through our step by step approach in sharing anatomy, alignment, sequencing and adjustments as well as the subtleties of communication, spaceholding, energetics and connection, we help you reveal the Guru within. Students will leave confident to expand upon their foundation and practice or teach a variety of different styles to a broad audience in a way that is accessible, authentic, knowledgeable and connected.
Reviews:
My YTT was everything I could have dreamed of and so much more... It has transformed not only my life, but the way I view myself and all of creation. Through this journey I have tapped into who I truly am, and always was- It has enabled me to walk through fear and trust that there are much larger forces at play here- guiding me on my path, showing me my purpose in this life. It is now my mission to help guide others on their path of self-realizations... I cannot say enough about this experience except- buckle up!
You are in for the ride of your life ;)
I can't say enough about my YTT, I know that I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I expected to learn about and how to teach yoga. I did not expect the self awakening and growth or the intimate bond formed between the group and nature. I found a true sense of love within myself and in the world. My three weeks of YTT were exceptional and profound.
My 200hr Yoga TTC was a truly transformative experience for me. Never before have I had a structured chance to dive so deeply into self-reflection and spiritual lessons. I loved how the course was designed to accommodate various skill levels, practitioners, and paths.
- Jon Lubeck
I heard about Shamanic YTT in Peru after doing a Hatha class in Ubud with Andrea. I was headed to South America and was intrigued and then booked. I was on a path of self growth and acceptance and the YTT I did helped a lot in that journey. Part of the reason I went was also to establish a habit of Yoga training. All my expectations were met, I mean 'expectations' of which I have less and less of these days, but certainly I grew and did that in a loving environment. I made many friends and experienced Ayahuasca and Wachuma which was very enlightening and adventurous. Darin is a cool guy and Megan was exceptionally dedicated and knowledgeable. I end up teaching a little in a hostel at Huanchaco beach and that actually earnt me enough money to pay for my stay. What I wanted to achieve is more confidence and dedication in my own Yoga a deepening of my own practice and that happened. A teacher where I am now wants me to work with her and teach more Yoga. I love talking about Yoga, meditation and connection with Self. This was a very valuable experience that goes beyond monetary value, so in that it's totally worth it, cash wise. Much love to one and all.
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Jeff Carig 
“I was called to Costa Rica to couple my advancement with a deep spiritual cleanse and ran with it, only to find one of the best experiences I could have imagined -- far exceeding any expectation I set and more deeply purifying than I initially recognized I needed.”
“Yoga Teacher Training was a heart-honouring, heart-opening experience. The course, designed around the shamanic medicine wheel, consciously guided us through a transformational experience. It seems the land, the lake, the volcanoes and the community were all there to support and nourish that experience.”
“The fire circles at the start of our training immediately showed me that this school stood for more than just becoming a yoga teacher. I could feel the sacredness of this school and land when we started by creating a Talisman to burn, shedding our unwanted layers. We called to the winds of the North, South, East, West, Father Sky & Mother Earth to hear. The compassion and comfort of our teachers allowed us to all evolve in the ways that we naturally desired. I am so grateful to have met such inspiring friends and guides. Thank you from the bottom of my heart....Jai!”
" Lacey is an amazing guide, i completed my 200hr YTT with her in Peru and her knowledge and passion for yoga inspired me. She is very grounded, peaceful and connected to Mother Earth and my experience was truly unforgettable" .
Our days started early with meditation in the open-air shala, with the sun rising over the lake and the volcanoes, followed by body-warming yoga. The yoga we would practice in the mornings was the yoga sequence that we would break down pose by pose later in the day, as we would prepare ourselves to teach the sequence and the poses. Following my experience, I feel prepared to confidently teach a class.”
"My yoga retreat to Peru was amazing, life changing and one to certainly remember. I am so thankful that I had Darin and Lacey as my guides as I discovered: shamanic traditions and ceremonies, practiced yoga, meditation and immersed myself in Peruvian culture. The retreat center itself, Sacha Munay, felt like our little haven. It was clean, welcoming and provided the perfect home base during the retreat. I think the retreat had a beautiful balance of personal time and group time, time in nature and time in town. I highly recommend Darin and Lacey's shamanic yoga retreat to anyone interested in learning more about yoga, cultivating your own inner light, discovering plant ceremonies in Peru or just in general, want an authentic immersion into the country and its traditions. Thank you, Darin and Lacey for being simply wonderful guides along the journey!"
"During a 200RYT teacher training in Peru I had the privilege of being Lacey and Darin's student. Lacey lead the yoga teacher training and Darin taught Anatomy, Qi Gong and shared his musical gifts during group circles. While these were enriching experiences, the most profound lessons I learned from Lacey and Darin were those taught off the mat. Lacey and Darin are testaments to the the positive effects that yoga can have on one's life. This was revealed to me in our interactions during the training, and by observing how they interact with their environment. I wholeheartedly recommend someone looking to enrich their yogi skills to participate in a retreat and/or teacher training with this dream team".
Lacey is a compassionate soul that exudes love and kindness. I did my 200-hour teacher training with her in Peru and I left feeling inspired to role model Lacey and how she conducts herself in the world. I feel grateful to have her as a mentor and friend. She teaches the essence of yoga and practices the philosophy of yoga daily. Anybody is in extremely caring hands when training with Lacey and I am so proud of her for creating her own program with her partner and collaborator, Darin.
Working with Darin and Lacey is a special experience! They employed me at their wellness dome at Wanderlust Tahoe in 2014, and from day one I felt held and thoroughly guided through my experience. Taking their yoga class is equally enjoyable. Their warm hearts, sparkling souls and contagious smiles create a beautiful and sacred space in which to surrender to my Self. I highly recommend any time that you can spend with these two. It will nourish your soul deeply~
You will not find more inviting, understanding, and incredibly knowledgeable leaders than those at Sacred Paths. Lacey and Srimati not only prepared our class to be amazing teachers, but made the entire process one of laughter, stories, and music resulting in lifelong friendships among the group. If you are looking to submerge yourself in a teacher training, then these are teacher you want to be with.
- Elizabeth Dix