300Hr YTT ~ The Breath of Life ~

Puerto Morelos, Mexico & Karma Yoga Center, Denver, Co

Dates: Aug 25, 2024 – Feb 9, 2025
Faculty: Katrina Marie Gustafson, Lisa Theis, & Michael Shankara

Module 1: Puerto Morelos, Mexico 
Mexico Dates: Aug 30 – Sep 8, 2024
Fly to: Cancun, Mexico

Modules 2-6:  Karma Yoga Center, Denver Co
Denver Dates: Aug 25, Oct 4-6, Nov 1-3, Dec 6-8, Jan 17-18, & Feb 7-9 (Full Details Below) 

Early Bird Tuition: $5,470 (Includes Mexico Immersion~ Module 1 & Modules 2-6 @ Karma: Must be taken in 1 season.
Regular Tuition & Payment Plan: $5,830 (Includes Mexico Immersion~ Module 1 & Modules 2-6 @ Karma: Must be taken in 1 season.
Deposit: $432 Non-Refundable (Deducted from Tuition)

Mexico Immersion Only~ Module 1: $2,970  (100Hrs)
Individual Weekend Modules 2-6 @ Karma: $450 Early Bird (25Hrs each)

**Payment Plans Available for the Full Tuition Option~ See Below**

300Hr Teacher Training & Spiritual Immersion

The Breath of Life 

Welcome! As a valued student, you are front and center of this program. We hope to provide you with everything you need to feel knowledgeable, confident, and inspired about your life path-and teaching others how to find their path too. This is more than an asana focused yoga teacher training. It is also an opportunity to deepen your spiritual awareness and practices. This training efforts to umbrella all aspects of yoga as taught in the great system of Vedic knowledge which states “that all the universe is OneSelf and that the key to cosmic knowledge lies within our own minds and hearts”.

Katrina, Michael, and Lisa have curated a integral and dynamic 300hr YTT curriculum, that will unlock many doors for the aspirants who take this program. It addresses our entire nature, including life as a spiritual being. This program will prepare the aspirant to thrive in life, not only with physical and mental/emotional health, but it will help nurture spiritual prowess as well. The depth and breadth of the material far surpasses the qualifications for YA certification. We are pending approval.

The 300Hr program will be taught in 6 modules from August to February. Module 1 is a 10-Day Immersion in Puerto, Morales, Mexico. Modules 2-6 are weekend immersives taught at Karma Yoga Center in Denver, Co. Students can either sign-up for the entire training or individual modules at your own pace. For those doing individual modules, they will be offered every year during the same seasons and you can jump in and out. Students who would like to just take 1 or 2 modules for personal interest or continuing education credits can also join. We are delving into the deeper teachings of Self-Realization, Self-Healing, and Consciousness. Students don’t necessarily need to have completed a 200Hr training prior but the 300Hr Training will be taught as if that level of self-study has been completed. Please contact Katrina if you are wondering if you are a fit prior to registering: love@karmayogacenter.com

“Yoga is one of the most extraordinary spiritual sciences that mankind has ever discovered. It is like a gem of great proportions, containing many facets whose light can illumine the whole of our lives with great meaning. Going back over five thousand years, it is one of the few spiritual traditions that has maintained an unbroken development throughout history. Comprehending all aspects of the human being and the world of nature, it can unfold all the higher powers that are accessible to us both internally and externally.”

-Dr. David Frawley

300Hr YTT Open House (In Person or Zoom) 

$360 Early Bird Discount  ~ Register and Pay in Full by Aug 25, 2024
Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: Karma Yoga Center (1705 S. Pearl St. Denver, C0 80210)

Description: Come to Karma Yoga Center for a FREE Open House to learn all about our 300Hr Yoga Teacher Training Program and Mexico Immersion. Lead teachers Katrina Marie Gustafson, Lisa Theis, and Michael Shankara will give a presentation followed by a Q&A. Get to know the studio, the community, your teachers and the program. We will also do a slide show with more info on the Mexico Immersion, Weekend Modules and the Day Immersion & Intro that kicks off the training. Get a $360 Early Bird Discount for registering and paying in full before Aug 25,  2024. Just drop in, no registration required.

This Open House can be attended in Person or via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed out when you register below

General Schedule

The 300Hr Breath oF Life Training in its entirety will include 1-Intro Session and 6-Modules with direct contact with your teaching faculty. Additional training requirements for certification are list below. The Intro Session and Modules 2-6 are at Karma Yoga Center in Denver, Co.  Module 1: The Breath of Life Immersion is in Puerto Morales, Mexico.

• • 1-Day Immersion & Intro                                                   Aug 25, 2024   (Denver)           
    • 9am-6pm
  • Module 1: Breath of Life Immersion in Mexico     Aug 30-Sep 8, 2024  (Mexico) 
    • Full Days
  • Module 2: Energetics of Movement                             Oct 6 – 4, 2024  (Denver)   
    • Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm       
  • Module 3: Cosmology and Puja                                      Nov 1 – 3, 2024  (Denver) 
    • Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm  
  • Module 4: Mantras, Malas, and Mudras                   Dec 6 – 8, 2024  (Denver)   
    • Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm  
  • Module 5: Alchemy and Self-Care                                Jan 17 – 18, 2025  (Denver) 
    • Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm  
  • Module 6: Final Showcase: Presentations               Feb 7 – 9, 2025  (Denver)   
    • Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm  

1-Day Immersion & Intro 

Date: Sunday~ Aug 25, 2024
Time: 9am – 6pm 
Location: Karma Yoga Center 

Description: This is the kick-off for the full 300Hr Program. Students will get an overview of the program, discuss the requirements, beging delving into the manual, intention setting ceremony, mala making session, and opening teachings. You will also receive all of your required reading texts. 

Module 1 ~Breath of Life Immersive (Mexico) 

Date: Aug 30- Sep 8, 2024 
Location: Puerto Morelos, Mexico ~ Fly to Cancun 

Description: The Breath of Life Immersive will be in the quaint village of Puerto Morales, 25 min south of the Cancun Airport. We will be at a private Garden Villa with individual apartments, swimming pool, and 1-block from the pristine beach.  We will open our studies with Philosophy, Sacred Geometry, Anatomy, Ayurveda, The Upanishads, and Practicum sessions. See below for full details. 

Module 2 ~ Energetics of Movement

Date: Oct 4 -6, 2024 
Times: Fri ~11am -6pm, Sat & Sun 9am-6pm

Immersion Pricing

• Early Bird ~ Register Before Sep 22 ~ $594
  Regular ~ Register Before Oct 1 ~ $630
  Day Of ~ Registration Oct 4 ~ $720

Location: Karma Yoga Center, Denver Co  
Main Teacher:  Lisa Theis 

25 CEU Hours ~ Open to the Public 

Description: This course explores the relationship between the physical body & the subtle body in asana practice by refining the sequencing of postures to highlight a particular energetic effect. You will learn how to create classes that bring a very specific resonance; you can sequence to create a class that is calming & grounding, one that supports more clarity & elevation, one that cleanses, purifies, & balances. We use not only physical postures for this, but also integrate pranayama (breath techniques), drishti (intentional focused gaze), bhavana (spiritual attunement & themes), bandha (internal locks), meditations & more.

Module 3 ~ The Sacred Soul: Exploring Cosmology & The Upanishads  

Date: Nov 1-3, 2024 
Times: Fri ~11am -6pm, Sat & Sun 9am-6pm

Immersion Pricing ~ Sign up before Nov and Save $144!

• Early Bird ~ Register Before Nov 1 ~ $450
  Regular ~ Register on Nov 1 ~ $594

Location: Karma Yoga Center, Denver Co  
Main Teachers:  Katrina Gustafson & Michael Shankara  

** Attendees can earn 25 CEU’s with Yoga Alliance **

Description:

Our Souls are the sacred path of our Karma and Dharma. Within each of us dwells an eternal heart the Yogis call the Hridyam. Our deepest intuition always reflects its secrets. The sacred-scientific art of Cosmology is a tool to help you remember your personal self in relation to your Soul or Cosmic Self. You will study the Soul through your own personal Astrology Chart, Karma and Dharma, Personal Evolution, and Great Cycles of Time, such as the Yugas. Each attendee will get a printout of their chart and guidance on interpreting its Soul messages.

Paired with the Upanishads, you will also explore selections from one of the great cosmic yogi texts, which explains the Nature of the Soul and its relationship to the Universe in story form. Upanishad means “to sit at the feet of the teacher,” and you will participate in the sacred spiritual art of storytelling that evokes the Soul through feeling and journey.

You will also experience the art of Puja, Creating Altars, Setting Space, Magic, Energetics of Temple Creation, and how this relates to energy, intention, Karma & Dharma.

Module 4 ~ Mantras, Malas, & Mudras

Date: Dec 6-8, 2024 
Times: Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm

Immersion Pricing ~ Sign up before Nov and Save $144!

• Early Bird ~ Register Before Dec 6~ $450
• Day Of ~ Registration Dec 6 ~ $594

Location: Karma Yoga Center, Denver Co  
Main Teacher:  Lisa Theis 

25 CEU Hours ~ Open to the Public 

Description: At our essence we are vibration and this course strives to help us awaken the dormant spiritual energy within through the practice of mantras, malas, & mudras. You will practice listening to “the celestial music within” known as nada, or the inner power behind mantra. We will explore how that deep attunement impacts our body & mind to create a stronger union with Spirit, transforming our understanding of what it means to be human. Mudras, or energetic seals of the hands, face, & body help complete the circuitry of energy within, enhancing the resonance of any thought, word, or sound. 

Module 5 ~ Alchemy and Self-Care

Date: Jan 17-19, 2025 
Times: Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm

Location: Karma Yoga Center, Denver Co  
Main Teachers:  Katrina Gustafson & Michael Shankara 

Description: Yoga is the spiritual-science of Self-Healing & Self Realization and how to realize the inner light of consciousness. Yoga is Alchemy~ the universal practice of Self-Transformation. Study the symbols, stories, and stages of resurrecting conscious light from the ego and personal-self. The Complimentary practices of Self-Care will be shared. Learn practices for the physical, mental and spiritual self that establish, maintain and support Self-Care and your Shakti or Personal Magic. Mental and Spiritual health are essential to fulfilling our Dharma and Soul’s Purpose.  

Module 6 ~ Final Showcase Weekend: Graduation Presentations

Date: Feb 7-9, 2025 
Times: Fri ~11am -5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm

Location: Karma Yoga Center, Denver Co  
Main Teachers:  Katrina Gustafson, Lisa Theis & Michael Shankara 

Description: Throughout the course of your 300HR training and immersion, you will develop a 2Hr Workshop of your personal choosing to teach others. This workshop can span any of the topics from the training and bridge into modalities of interest (See Below for full requirements). This weekend will be condensed presentations to the teaching staff and your training group. Full workshops will be presented later to the public at Karma Yoga Center.  

300-Hr Training Pricing

• $5,470   Early Bird Tuition for the Entire Training paid in full by the start of the training (Aug 25, 2024). This Payment is to take the training within one cycle from Aug -Feb.
• $5,830   Regular Tuition & Payment Plan for the Entire Training. Full tuition is to be paid by the last day of the training (Feb 9, 2025)
• $432       Non-Refundable Deposit is required to hold you place in the entire training. Applied toward your tuition.
• $2,970   Mexico Immersion Only~ Module 1
• $450 -$594 ea  Modules 2-6 at Karma Yoga Center in Denver, Co

**Students that decide to do the 300Hr Training over multiple cycles by piecing together modules.**

*Credit Card Payments will have an additional 2.5% processing fee added ($143 for the full tuition). There are no fees for Venmo, Cash and Check payments. Call or email us to make non-credit card payments. Contact Katrina to discuss your options: 303-709-0535 or love@karmayogacenter.com

Yoga Teacher Training Manuals, Books and Drawing Supplies are not included in the tuition price. These will be about $99

Cancellation Policy
All $432 deposits are non-refundable. Any cancellations within the first week the training will forfeit 1/3 of your tuition. Cancellations after week 1 will forfeit the full paid amount, with the option to be re-apply for future YTT trainings.

Monthly

Payment Plans

Monthly payment plans are available throughout the course of the Yoga Teacher Training. Contact Katrina to discuss your options: 303-709-0535 or love@karmayogacenter.com with the subject ”YTT Payment Plan.” Installments paid before the start of the training will be a total of $5,470, after the start they will total $5,830, for a $360 difference. All payment plans will be paid in full by the end of the training. Payment Plans are flexible and tailored to meet your needs.

Discounts

& Membership

As part of your Yoga Teacher Training you will receive:

• 5-month Unlimited Yoga Membership
  • In-Studio Classes &  On-Line Classes
  • $540 value
• 10% Off All Merchandise
• 10% Off All Workshops 
• 20% Off Spiritual Counseling, Energy  & Healing Sessions
• 20% Off Astrology Readings (Relationship & Birth)

300Hr Mexico Immersive Info 

After the Day Immersive & Intro on Aug 25, students will journey to Puerto Morelos, Mexico under the tropical blue skies of the Mayan Riviera to stay at a Private Garden Villa by the ocean. For 10-Days, we will delve into the deeper 300Hr teachings, establishing a daily rhythm for your practice and studies.

We will open our immersion with Philosophy, Sacred Geometry, Anatomy, Ayurveda, The Upanishads, and Practicum Sessions. Each day will start with a morning Sadhana at the beach to do breathwork, mantra and meditation. We will follow up with morning ayurvedic teas and discussion. Some class session will be at the Private Yoga Palapa in the lush gardens, some will be at the Salt Water Pool and some will be at the pristine beach. Full Morning breakfast is included each day and some afternoon and evening meals.

Private Garden Villa and Accommodations 

The private Garden Villa has beautiful individual apartments, fully equipped in-room kitchenettes, living areas, sitting porches, a salt water swimming pool, free bicycles to use, walking gardens, ponds, water fountains and features, hammocks, beach chairs and umbrellas for use and is located 1-block from the beautiful white sands of the Mexican Caribbean and 4-blocks from the charming town of Puerto Morales. Each student will have their own Private Room as a Single Occupancy.

The Town of Puerto Morelos 

Puerto Morelos is the very heart of the Mexican Caribbean and located only 25 minutes from the Cancun Airport. It is a cultural and ecological gem as it is completely surrounded by protected tropical mangroves and two biological reserves. It has also maintained it’s cultural and spiritual connection to the the Mayan peoples and heritage. Here you find local shops, artisans, and crafts-people with a vibrant community. There is as local farmers market, several well stocked grocery stores, and many wonderful restaurants to choose from. The cuisine is fresh, inspired and caters to all diets from seafood to vegetarian, vegan, omnivore, and all variety dietary needs.

Visit the Pyramids, Temples and Cenotes 

We will also take a day trip to visit some of the ancient Mayan Temples and Pyramids along with the spiritual and breath taking cenotes. Both the Mayans and the Yogas speak of a Universal connection of consciousness and acknowledge a more ancient connection between these two spiritual lineages.  Katrina and Michael have been coming here for over a decade and Michael has studied with his Mayan teachers throughout the region. Michael will give a private tour of the Pyramids and Cenotes, sharing the cosmic connection between the Mayans, Yogis and many other sacred wisdom traditions that all link back to Atlantis.

Personal Expenses 

Students are responsible for their own Flights to the Cancun Airport and airport transport. We will arrange for the airport pick-up and help coordinate your travel plans. All Breakfasts are include and some additional group meals. Students will have the options to go to the grocery store and utilize their fully equipped kitchenettes. You can also eat at the many local restaurants for any additional meals.

Additional Requirements

During the training, you will receive a 5-month Unlimited Yoga Membership at Karma Yoga Center. To complete your 300Hr Teaching Certificate you have additional  requirements outside of the actual Training Immersion & Weekends. These requirements do not have to be completed by the end of the Training, they can be done in your own time. When all requirements are met, you will receive your 300Hr Yoga Alliance Certification.  

• Teach 5-Community Classes @ Karma Yoga Center ~ 5Hrs

• Teach 10-Recorded Classes ~ 10Hrs

• Assist 5-Classes @ Karma Yoga Center ~ 5Hrs

• Take 15-Classes @ Karma Yoga Center ~15Hrs

• Teach 2Hr Workshop @ Karma Yoga Center

Required Reading 

These are the required reading books and ancient text for the 300Hr YTT. We will provide the books and give them to you at the 1-Day Immersion. We have purposely chosen specific editions and translations for this training, so please use our selected list only. We also recommend that you wait to read the texts until they are presented and discussed as much more depth may be found at that time.

Yoga and Ayurveda– Dr. David Frawley

Upanishads– Eknath Eswaran

Mantra Yoga and Primal Sound– Dr. David Frawley

Kybalion-The Three Initiates

Graduation Requirements & Workshop

Create and facilitate a 2-hour workshop at Karma Yoga Center that is open to the public sometime after graduation weekend. As a Seva, all proceeds for the workshop will be donated to charity or seva of choice. Students also need to fulfill all requirements for contact hours and non-contact hours for the program. This includes the 1-Day Immersion, Mexico Retreat, Modules 2-6 and all the Additional Requirements. Students must also adhere and comply to all the requirements in the Code of Conduct Manual.

Katrina Marie Gustafson

As the owner and founder of Karma Yoga Center in Denver, she brings the Bhakti from all wisdom traditions to her yoga classes- singing, chanting, dancing, and journeys into the heart. Katrina fills every yoga session with love. She weaves in the teachings of her yoga mentor Saul David Raye and the cosmic knowings from the lineage of Evolutionary Astrology.  She shares her life journey with her half-side husband Michael Shankara and her two boys Max & Bo.

Lisa Theis

Michael Shankara