Sound and mantra have been part of yoga for thousands of years. This practical, experiential course explores the foundations of mantra, drawing on yogic philosophy, historical context, yogic and western anatomy and physiology, and direct experience.
Through lecture, discussion, and experiential exercises, participants will deepen their understanding of the role of sound in yoga while building the skills and confidence to work with mantra in both personal practice and teaching.
Throughout the course, you will:
Explore the nature of sound, vibration, and mantra within the yoga tradition.
Deepen your understanding of the history, purpose, and practice of mantra.
Learn breath practices, vocal techniques, and deep listening to support healthy, confident chanting.
Learn the pronunciation, meaning, and skillful use of commonly used Sanskrit mantras.
Develop or deepen your own sound and mantra practice.
Explore practical ways to integrate sound and mantra into yoga teaching.
By the end of the course, you will have a strong foundation for bringing sound and mantra into your own practice and teaching with greater understanding, confidence, and care.
Dates and Times:
Online live stream course offered from March 10, 2027 to March 31, 2027.
4 (four) Thursday evening sessions from 6:00 pm ET to 8:30 pm ET.
Includes breaks.
Cost:
EARLY BIRD! Sign up before January 31, 2027 for $285.00 and SAVE!
$325.00 per person thereafter.
Includes a course booklet of information.
International & Out-of-Town Participants: If you are registering from outside Ottawa, Canada, and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days before the course start date to ensure timely delivery. Additional shipping charges apply. Otherwise, course materials will be provided electronically whenever possible.
This course is designed for yoga teachers, yoga practitioners, and anyone curious about using sound as a tool for well-being and spiritual growth.
Note:
For 200 Hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance. This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
Become skilled in teaching yoga for people who are living with multi-faceted barriers to their health and wellness, such as poverty, trauma, chronic pain, cardiac and respiratory conditions, and reduced mobility.
Whether you are training to become a certified yoga therapist or are a yoga teacher who wishes to make yoga more accessible for all, this course will explore ways of adapting group yoga practices to suit the needs of diverse and vulnerable populations in community-based and institutional settings.
Students will learn the principles of leading trauma-informed, breath-centered, accessible, and inclusive group yoga classes while developing the skills needed to work within shelters, hospitals, schools, nonprofits, recovery programs, seniors residences, and disability organizations. Emphasis will be placed on communication, ethics, relationship-building, safety, cultural sensitivity, and creating supportive environments that honour the lived experiences and unique needs of participants within group settings.
Through experiential learning, discussion, observation, and practice teaching, students will explore how highly adapted yoga classes can effectively support greater connection, nervous system regulation, empowerment, embodiment, and presence of mind within community outreach settings.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the principles that can make trauma-informed, breath-centered, accessible, and inclusive yoga practices effective.
Learn how to adapt group yoga practices for diverse populations where the participants are each facing unique health and mobility challenges, in community-based or institutional settings.
Learn how to establish meaningful connections and share practical tools with groups of people who are experiencing multi-faceted barriers to their health and wellness.
Develop teaching, communication and relationship-building skills applicable to working with vulnerable populations.
Understand ethical considerations, boundaries, safety, and cultural sensitivity within outreach environments.
Yoga Therapy Competencies: 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 5.1
Learning Materials:
PranaShanti Course Hand Outs
PranaShanti Course PowerPoint Slide Package
Dates and Timings:
Friday, March 12, 2027 to Sunday, March 14, 2027
Friday: 6 PM ET to 9 PM ET
Saturday: 9 AM ET to 6 PM ET
Sunday: 9 AM ET to 6 PM ET
Cost: $550.00 per person SAVE $55.00 by registering before January 31, 2027 for $495.00.
International & Out-of-Town Participants: If you are registering from outside Ottawa, Canada, and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days before the course start date to ensure timely delivery. Additional shipping charges apply. Otherwise, course materials will be provided electronically whenever possible.
Notes:
This course is open to ALL yoga students and teachers of all disciplines. For 200 hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
This course is part of our 30 Hour Hatha Yoga Training Program and our 800 Hour Yoga Therapy Training Program.
300 Hour Hatha Program - Elective Module - 20 Hours
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Sound and mantra have been part of yoga for thousands of years. This practical, experiential course explores the foundations of mantra, drawing on yogic philosophy, historical context, yogic and western anatomy and physiology, and direct experience.
Through lecture, discussion, and experiential exercises, participants will deepen their understanding of the role of sound in yoga while building the skills and confidence to work with mantra in both personal practice and teaching.
Throughout the course, you will:
Explore the nature of sound, vibration, and mantra within the yoga tradition.
Deepen your understanding of the history, purpose, and practice of mantra.
Learn breath practices, vocal techniques, and deep listening to support healthy, confident chanting.
Learn the pronunciation, meaning, and skillful use of commonly used Sanskrit mantras.
Develop or deepen your own sound and mantra practice.
Explore practical ways to integrate sound and mantra into yoga teaching.
By the end of the course, you will have a strong foundation for bringing sound and mantra into your own practice and teaching with greater understanding, confidence, and care.
Dates and Times:
Online live stream course offered from March 10, 2027 to March 31, 2027.
4 (four) Thursday evening sessions from 6:00 pm ET to 8:30 pm ET.
Includes breaks.
Cost:
EARLY BIRD! Sign up before January 31, 2027 for $285.00 and SAVE!
$325.00 per person thereafter.
Includes a course booklet of information.
International & Out-of-Town Participants: If you are registering from outside Ottawa, Canada, and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days before the course start date to ensure timely delivery. Additional shipping charges apply. Otherwise, course materials will be provided electronically whenever possible.
This course is designed for yoga teachers, yoga practitioners, and anyone curious about using sound as a tool for well-being and spiritual growth.
Note:
For 200 Hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance. This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
Sound and mantra have been part of yoga for thousands of years. This practical, experiential course explores the foundations of mantra, drawing on yogic philosophy, historical context, yogic and western anatomy and physiology, and direct experience.
Through lecture, discussion, and experiential exercises, participants will deepen their understanding of the role of sound in yoga while building the skills and confidence to work with mantra in both personal practice and teaching.
Throughout the course, you will:
Explore the nature of sound, vibration, and mantra within the yoga tradition.
Deepen your understanding of the history, purpose, and practice of mantra.
Learn breath practices, vocal techniques, and deep listening to support healthy, confident chanting.
Learn the pronunciation, meaning, and skillful use of commonly used Sanskrit mantras.
Develop or deepen your own sound and mantra practice.
Explore practical ways to integrate sound and mantra into yoga teaching.
By the end of the course, you will have a strong foundation for bringing sound and mantra into your own practice and teaching with greater understanding, confidence, and care.
Dates and Times:
Online live stream course offered from March 10, 2027 to March 31, 2027.
4 (four) Thursday evening sessions from 6:00 pm ET to 8:30 pm ET.
Includes breaks.
Cost:
EARLY BIRD! Sign up before January 31, 2027 for $285.00 and SAVE!
$325.00 per person thereafter.
Includes a course booklet of information.
International & Out-of-Town Participants: If you are registering from outside Ottawa, Canada, and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days before the course start date to ensure timely delivery. Additional shipping charges apply. Otherwise, course materials will be provided electronically whenever possible.
This course is designed for yoga teachers, yoga practitioners, and anyone curious about using sound as a tool for well-being and spiritual growth.
Note:
For 200 Hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance. This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
Sound and mantra have been part of yoga for thousands of years. This practical, experiential course explores the foundations of mantra, drawing on yogic philosophy, historical context, yogic and western anatomy and physiology, and direct experience.
Through lecture, discussion, and experiential exercises, participants will deepen their understanding of the role of sound in yoga while building the skills and confidence to work with mantra in both personal practice and teaching.
Throughout the course, you will:
Explore the nature of sound, vibration, and mantra within the yoga tradition.
Deepen your understanding of the history, purpose, and practice of mantra.
Learn breath practices, vocal techniques, and deep listening to support healthy, confident chanting.
Learn the pronunciation, meaning, and skillful use of commonly used Sanskrit mantras.
Develop or deepen your own sound and mantra practice.
Explore practical ways to integrate sound and mantra into yoga teaching.
By the end of the course, you will have a strong foundation for bringing sound and mantra into your own practice and teaching with greater understanding, confidence, and care.
Dates and Times:
Online live stream course offered from March 10, 2027 to March 31, 2027.
4 (four) Thursday evening sessions from 6:00 pm ET to 8:30 pm ET.
Includes breaks.
Cost:
EARLY BIRD! Sign up before January 31, 2027 for $285.00 and SAVE!
$325.00 per person thereafter.
Includes a course booklet of information.
International & Out-of-Town Participants: If you are registering from outside Ottawa, Canada, and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days before the course start date to ensure timely delivery. Additional shipping charges apply. Otherwise, course materials will be provided electronically whenever possible.
This course is designed for yoga teachers, yoga practitioners, and anyone curious about using sound as a tool for well-being and spiritual growth.
Note:
For 200 Hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance. This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
