ROOTED

An Embodied Yoga & Integrative Studies Training


Ancient Philosophy. Applied Practice. Lived Understanding.

Begin Your Journey

ROOTED is a rolling-admission, self-paced course of study grounded in the eight limbs of yoga and expanded through contemporary inquiry, somatic exploration, and applied philosophy. It cultivates a lived understanding of yoga as an integrated way of being — not merely a physical practice.

This is an education, designed for depth, clarity, and lasting transformation.

Two Distinct Pathways, One Foundation

Personal Study Path
A journey of self-inquiry, embodied movement, and experiential philosophy. Deepen your practice, integrate teachings into your life, and cultivate clarity, coherence, and inner guidance.

Teacher Track (Yoga Teacher Training Certification)
A selective, mentored pathway guiding aspiring instructors to teach with confidence and integrity. Includes supervised teaching practice, individualized mentorship, and rigorous methodology training. Graduates emerge grounded, self-reliant, and capable of guiding others with skill and insight.

Both paths share the same rigorous foundation — the choice is how far you wish to take it.

Begin with

Roots Module 1

200$

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  • ROOTED is for:

    • Dedicated practitioners seeking depth beyond asana
    • Individuals called toward embodied self-inquiry
    • Those wishing to integrate philosophy into daily life
    • Aspiring teachers ready for serious formation

  • Develop your teaching skills, You will be able to skillfully guide others into this sacred landscape of their bodies, minds and hearts

    Connect to the lineage of wisdom in the stream of consciousness which has passed before

    Learn the time-honored practices of Tantra & Raja yoga. A highly powerful and insightful understanding of the roots of modern yoga, which will rewire your body, help you connect to your peaceful mind and awaken your soul.

    Learn to Draw from your own practice, intuition, discipline, and increased awareness.

    Connect with your unique voice as a teacher , Tap into your own inner knowing and intuition

    Develop your meaningful personal practice of asana and meditation

    Be a living inspiration and example to others seeking the same personal freedom and knowledge.

    Release blocked energy to allow for healing

    Learn to film your own high quality yoga videos

    Open doors of opportunity, giving way to finding more creativity, joy and passion in your life.

  • The cost of the full course is 1600$.

    In order to register for the full course it is required that you begin with ONLY Module 1.

    The cost of module 1 is 200$.

    After completing Module 1, if indeed this course is all you hoped it would be, you are welcome to enroll in the rest of the course. The remaining 1400$ can be payed in full or with a payment plan.

  • Personal Study Path

    For those committed to deepening their practice, refining perception, and integrating the teachings into lived experience.

    Teacher Track (Yoga Teacher Training Certification)

    A mentored, high-caliber pathway for those called to guide others. Includes supervised teaching practice, individualized feedback, methodology training, and professional preparation.

    Graduates emerge grounded in philosophy, embodied in practice, and confident in delivery.

    • Small cohort structure for personalized mentorship and guidance

    • Multi-lineage foundation rooted in the eight limbs, Tantric & Vedantic philosophy

    • Integration of philosophy with embodied movement, somatic awareness, and applied ritual

    • Proven Teacher Track producing discerning, confident instructors

    • Contemporary relevance and experiential learning for modern life

    • Rolling admission, self-paced

    • Mentorship & guidance

    • Small cohorts

    • Two aligned pathways

  • Graduates of ROOTED will:

    • Cultivate clarity, coherence, and presence in mind, body, and spirit

    • Translate ancient philosophy into lived, embodied understanding

    • Gain confidence and self-reliance in personal practice

    • If on the Teacher Track, develop the capacity to guide others with skill, integrity, and insight

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ROOTED is a grounded, immersive exploration of mind, body, and spirit. Through embodied practice, somatic inquiry, and applied philosophy, it cultivates embodied insight, inner clarity, and self-reliance — For those choosing the Teacher Track, it provides the mentorship, methodology, and experience to teach with confidence, authenticity, and depth.

Why ROOTED

Curriculum Overview

8 modules

  • The origins of yoga, How do the origins of yoga relate to you now?

    Raja Yoga and the 8 limbs.

    Various streams and techniques of modern yoga

    Who am I, What am I according to Yoga Philosophy,

    Establish a personal sadhana

    How to begin the process of correct seeing.

    Addressing the mind/body amnesia.

    Gently reawakening this sacred connection by beginning with self sensing and breath as the first movement of muscles.

    YOGA PHILOSOPHY- A solid understanding of yoga philosophy will expand and deepen the experience of asana and infuse inspiration and meaning into your practice and teaching. Familiarize yourself with the core concepts of key foundational yogic texts: Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra and The Bhagavad Gita. Learn how these ancient texts are now more relevant to modern life and teaching than ever.

  • The Koshas, the Vayu, the Chakras, Nadis, how these relate to our understanding of ourselves. This is an exploration of the microcosm and the macrocosm as energy.

    How subtle body translates onto the mat in movement/asana.

    The essence of asana in its purest form in relationship to the 8 limbs of Ashtanga Yoga

  • TEACHING METHODS- Using our time-tested systematic approach to teaching, you will learn how to teach safely, clearly, and effectively by working with practice teaching in small groups. This unique approach will provide a supportive blueprint for instructing and sequencing so that you can complete the training program with the tools and confidence you will need to begin teaching immediately.

    How does the subtle body relate to the physical body?

    -The autonomic nervous system, the stress response, the mind-body-emotion- connection.

    -How to navigate this in a proactive way both as a living being as well as a teacher. -Anatomy and Physiology

    - The basis of our anatomical understanding will come from our Coultier book.

    You will be given a general overview of basic body mechanics while remaining aware of the more subtle bodies and how they interplay with the outer more physical level.

    Awareness of motion, lines of energy, direction of flow.

    Asana, Pranayama. This training marries the scientific and the spiritual.

    How our thoughts feelings and emotions relate to the Chakras, Endocrine and nervous system. How our thoughts relate to your asana practice, your life

    The Stress response and neuro pathways.

    The art of sequencing & transitions.

    Learning the Basic asana requirements. The body as a vehicle for divine expression through asana.

    Anatomy,Physiology, biomechanics, Somatic movement.

    Art of Adjustment

    Art of Observation

  • Pratyahara.

    Bandha, Mudras, Mantra.

    What are they and why would they be effective in us finding more inner peace and joy. How to incorporate these into our teachings, our lives and our sadhana. Bandha, mudra. practical teaching experience. This phase will build upon the physical foundation to move deeper into the fusion of body-mind-spirit. Essay questions and practical experiments are met with formal written feedback. The practical teaching experience is fully examined by the teacher, taking the whole course into consideration.

    Mind/Body relationship Kosha & Asana- and awareness Kleisha and why we suffer

    How to plan you own uplifting and inspiring class Pranayama basics Bandha Corresponding asana Relaxation techniques.

  • Functions of mind.

    Planes of consciousness.

    After an exploration of Phase One, students will have a more clear understanding of their own personal journey and the foundations of traditional yoga.

    We will explore with more depth, awareness, and intuition the traditional concepts that will enable our own expansion of consciousness. Along with learning the basics of teaching, we will develop tools to deal with internal and external obstacles towards living a happier, more fulfilled life for ourselves and others. Silence Art of alignment. What does alignment mean on an inner perspective manifesting in the physical positioning of the body. What does “proper” alignment mean and how to use your acquired skills to get the most out of a posture without being rigid. Sound Perception Pratyahara Mudra Tips on how to Design your own class How to Film your class in a beautiful and inspiring way.

  • Foundations. Mantra. Visualisation.Many yoga Teacher Trainings barely scratch the surface of meditation. My belief: Awareness of breath transforms the theory of yoga into reality. It is water to a seed. Controlled breath ignites physical, mental and spiritual transformation. Control of the breath leads to meditation. And to me, meditation in yoga is PARAMOUNT. Not only will I be covering in detail every pranayama (breathing technique) that I know, but you’ll be experimenting with them in our live calls. You’ll develop and create your own personal meditation practice. This can evolve into your own signature meditation that you can teach to others as you incorporate yoga and mindfulness into your yoga classes. 6 Mind and I Colorings,The Gunas How to alter your inner dialogue for inner transformation and greater peace and understanding Tantra & Vedanta Philosophy as a lineage of consciousness and directly related to your life now.

  • The function of our mind. Our thoughts feelings and emotions. Tantra and Theory of Reality Our conscious mind and our subconscious mind. Happiness Transmutation of energy Altering patterns of body and mind How to integrate clear perception and cultivate compassion.

  • What is meditation? Why would anyone want to practice it? What is the mind? What are its benefits and what is its basic method? What is the result of a practice of meditation and what are some of the forms which have offered success timelessly? How to make this a part of everyday living in a non-rigid fashion? What is the history and the methodology of meditation as it is related to the matrix of mind & body, consciousness & sub consciousness?

    Teaching Methodology- What does it mean to teach? Who am I? Who is the other? What does "teaching" yoga actually mean? Which aspects are we trying to impart? How can we effectively transmit this core idea through a 90 minute class? How to put together a unique class and workshop with a unique take home memory. How to preserve the essence of yoga in all of your choices. Through various techniques and practicce, you will be carefully monitored and encouraged to be the unique and inspiring teacher you dream to be.

I feel as though I have been reborn-finding within myself a deep inner peace and strength I had been searching for. My steps are calmer, my breathing is a source of healing and my smile is ever-present even when hidden from view.

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Emma T

Montreal Canada 200hr RYT

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Authentic yoga from all sources, as taught by Samantha, serves as a light guiding me towards my own future path

Nada K

Paris France 200hr RYT

How does distance learning work?

  • You will be given a lifetime access to the content which you will watch at your own pace. You will then meet with me live on zoom to discuss after each class. This will insure you have understood and allow for questions and interactions. It is a personally mentored option.

    You can take as long or as short as you want to complete the course. Your meetings with me will be at your convenience.

  • To graduate from the 200-Hour program you must:

    (1) Pass the curriculum with guidance along the way. This means that all homework, reflections and tasks are completed in a way which shows your understanding of each lesson. (2) Complete a final teaching practicum ( Don’t worry if you’ve never filmed a yoga video before. We’ll guide and walk you through how to film your practicum, step-by-step.)

  • You will be required to teach 10 sessions to friends or family, and ask for their feedback (see feedback form). You will be asked to prepare one class. The first one is presented in Phase 1. This serves as a base for us to get to know each other. You will receive extensive formal feedback. Your second and final teaching will be in Module 8.

  • Coultier HD (2001). Anatomy Of Hatha Yoga. Body And Breath Inc; Marlboro, VT. ISBN 097070061X Johari H (2000).

    Chakras: Energy Centers For Transformation.

    Iyengar BKS (1965). Light On Yoga.

    The Eternities: Vedanta Treatise.

    Raja Yoga. Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Centre;

    The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali