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RE-align your purpose

300 HR Advanced Yoga Teacher Training​
Get certified in as little as 6 months or in up to 2 years

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Receive your 300hr Yoga Training online from a top-rated Yoga Alliance Registered School

2 Paths, 1 Goal 
ANCIENT WISDOM, MODERN PRACTICE
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The world is changing.  How will you adapt and continue on your path?
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Now is the time for you to share the gifts of yoga and mindfulness. Now is the time to gain a supportive online community. Now is the time to be inspired, and help inspire others.
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2 Year Program

300HR Yoga Teacher Training Details
Graduate in up to 2 years
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Here's How it Works:
The At your Own Pace Program allows you to take your time, up to 2 years,  and select workshops that best supports your yoga teaching path. Some workshops will be in person, live on Zoom, some workshops may be available as pre-recorded trainings. There are 6 required trainings that are offered every year and the rest are considered elective courses.

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Required Trainings include:
Meditation Unveiled
Advanced Asana
Ayurveda + The Subtle Body
Perspectives on Anatomy of Yoga
Grow Your Yoga Business
Advanced Pranayama Part 1 + 2

**Live opportunities of Elective Courses can be found
here.
**Pre-recorded Elective Courses can be found here.


​We update our schedule frequently so check back to see our upcoming workshops, or sign up for our newsletter to get workshop information sent straight to your email!

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​Lead Teachers E-RYT500:
Val Spies / Director
Melissa Carroll
Ryan Devin

Specialist Teachers:
Karin Stephan, Master Teacher, E-RYT 500
Larissa Carlson, E-RYT 500
Manasa Kanithi, E-RYT 500
Lee Albert, NMT
Dr. Jennifer Swaringen, RYT 500 & Orthopedic Surgeon
Anne Curtis, E-RYT 500
Janel Norton, E-RYT 500

Take Your Time and Pay as You Go:
Initial registration fee of $50.
Must complete 6 Required Sessions, which are offered yearly 
10% discount on In Person or Live Zoom Teacher Training Workshops.*
Workshops will be offered on a continuous basis, watch for new additions throughout the year.
$35 completion fee paid upon graduation.
Register now and someone will reach out to you to finish the application process.
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*Recorded On Demand workshops are not offered at a discounted rate.
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Workshop Cancellations Policy
In Person/Live Online Teacher Training Workshops
ONLINE Pre-REcorded TEACHER TRAINING WORKSHOPS
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Downloadable 2021 Schedule
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6 Month Accelerated Program


​300HR Yoga Teacher Training Modules
Graduate in 6 Months / average of 45 hrs per month

​Here's How it Works:
In the Accelerated Program, You will work at an accelerated pace of on average 45 credit hours per month. You have the option to attend some workshops in person or live on Zoom, while other workshops will be available as pre-recorded trainings. Pre-recorded trainings do require additional homework assignments to be completed in order to receive credit. Trainings will be released on a monthly basis. The Accelerated Program holds you accountable to taking workshops each month versus the "go at your own pace" 2 year track that doesn't provide the same structure or accountability.

Trainings include:
Ashtanga / Eight Limbs
Yoga Business
Advanced Pranayama
Anatomy of Yoga
Yoga for Pain Relief

Yoga Sutras
Ayurveda & The Subtle Body
Presence in the Classroom
Dharma Karma
Chakra Yoga Teacher Training
Science of Yoga & Meditation
Meditation Unveiled
Language of Teaching Yoga
Yoga Unveiled
Ayurveda Unveiled
Myths & Legends of Yoga Asana
Increase Flexibility to Ease Pain
Build Strength to Ease Pain

Yin Certification
Vinyasa Certification or Restorative Certification (you choose!)

Inversion Series or Power of Isometrics (you choose!)
Advanced Asana
Teaching Private Yoga 
Meditation Teacher Certification
Monthly Sangha Teachings

Lead Teachers E-RYT500:
Val Spies / Director
Melissa Carroll
Ryan Devin

Specialist Teachers:
Karin Stephan, Master Teacher, E-RYT 500
Larissa Carlson, E-RYT 500
Manasa Kanithi, E-RYT 500 & M.S. in Ayurvedic Studies as well as Aging/Neuroscience 
Lee Albert, NMT
Dr. Jennifer Swaringen, RYT 500
Anne Curtis, E-RYT 500

Now enrolling for January-June!
Training Workshop Links are available on the 1st of each month.​

Tuition of $4,900 includes all above teacher training workshops at a discounted price and can be set up as a monthly payment plan with no service fees.
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Our online/in person community of like-minded individuals will offer you encouragement and support, all while helping to keep you accountable to gain your 500hr Certification.
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Downloadable Schedule
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**Yoga Alliance Accredited Online Trainings are now being honored as contact hours due to pandemic. 
 You will receive your 300hr certificate from The Lotus Pond that qualifies you to register with Yoga Alliance as a 500RYT.
​This level of registration combines the completed 200 and 300hr trainings.
Why Choose The Lotus Way 300HR Teacher Training?
Yoga Alliance Registered School for 15 Years
World-Renowned Teachers + Experts in their fields
Inspiring, In-Depth Curriculum
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HERE'S WHAT OUR 300HR GRADUATES ARE SAYING:

"I feel so fortunate to have found The Lotus Pond and to have studied at this fantastic center. Val Spies has created a 300 hour program that is educational, professional and flexible. She has built a team of exceptional teachers. This program exceeded my expectations in every way."
- Erin W.


"Amazing teachers- beyond compare. This is the best place to complete your trainings. Great community as well." 
- Cathy S


"The Lotus Pond did an amazing job bringing in master teachers and other specialists which helped make my yoga teaching more accessible for a variety of populations."
- Pam K.


"The Lotus Pond 300 hour teacher training program was an incredible journey with compassionate, supportive, and first-class teachers! Val has created a beautiful setting and well-rounded curriculum that encourages and allows for deep personal growth. I am so grateful to have become a member of the pond family!"
- Terry S.


"I received a well rounded education. The owner Val was always available for support. I love the emphasis made on doing yoga in a caring and ethical manner. I feel like I am part of a yoga family. Val always tries to bring a pool of diverse teachers. I am fortunate to be a graduate of The Lotus Pond."
- Terrie L.


"The Lotus Pond teacher training program far exceeded my expectations. The quality and experience of the teachers who come from all over the U.S., the rigor and structure of the curriculum, and the deep immersion experiences at the Art of Living Center provide a thorough, well-rounded yoga teacher training. The program both supports and challenges the students, while broadening and deepening knowledge and experience. The relevance of the training has been stellar, allowing me to bring my knowledge to my students to help them overcome many challenges. My experience at the Lotus Pond has lead to new discoveries of myself and enabled me to live with much more equanimity. I will be forever grateful to the Lotus Pond for the care, richness and professionalism of the yoga teacher training program." 
- Edie H.


AT THE LOTUS POND CENTER, WE VALUE THE AUTHENTIC TEACHINGS OF YOGA AND THE TRUE ROOTS OF YOGA AS A UNION. FROM THESE CORE PRINCIPLES, WE PROVIDE IN-DEPTH TRAINING ON HOW TO SHARE THESE TEACHINGS WITH OTHERS.

THE LOTUS WAY 300HR ONLINE YOGA PROGRAM PREPARES YOU TO TEACH BOTH ONLINE AND IN-PERSON, ADAPTING YOUR CAREER FOR THE EVER-CHANGING WORLD WE LIVE IN. 

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​The Lotus Pond Center for Yoga and Health

6201 Lynn Road - Tampa, FL 33625

+1 (813) 961-3160

  • Home
  • Schedule
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    • 200 Hour
    • ONLINE 200 hour YTT
    • 300 Hour
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    • Online Classes >
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      • Gentle + Restorative
      • Hatha Flow
      • Specialty
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  • About
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