Trainings

Yoga Teachers!! Join us for our first PYS Advanced Teacher Training Module with Kenny Frisby and special guest Sheri Celentano! 

Intentional Sequencing: Chakra Edition

Using the wisdom of the Chakras, we’ll look at how to design (and teach!) more meaningful and intentional yoga classes. This course is perfect for 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training graduates, as well as any 200-hr+ teacher who’s looking to enhance their offerings. With this 25-hour training, refresh, refine and reinvigorate your creative process and class planning.

What you’ll take from this training: 

• 3 chakra-based master classes

• Deeper understanding of the Chakras and how they can inform your vinyasa classes

• Intentional and creative sequencing inspiration

• How to develop a theme and weave it throughout your class offering 

• How to create a classroom vibe that supports your theme

• Exploration of sacred yogic tools, like mudras and creative asanas, to add to your teaching assemblage

• Thoughtful cueing based on your class theme

• Opportunity to practice teach within the group

• A practical outline for putting it all together

WHEN:
April 25-27, 2005

WHERE:
Playful Yogi Space
42 Main Street, Nyack, NY

INVESTMENT:
EarlyBird Price through 3/31: $425
Price as of 4/1: $495

This training module can be counted towards the Playful Yogi 300-Hour Advanced Teacher Training Course or can be taken as a single training for Continued Education Units (CEUs).

Please contact us for more information on our 300-Hour Teacher Training.

About Sheri Celentano (E-RYT 500 YACEP)
Currently Head of Education & Teacher Development at Yo-Bk (NYC and Miami), Sheri began teaching movement in 1989 and never looked back. Discovering yoga in 1999 she received her first 200-hour training in 2005. She believes in and encourages students to know the practice of yoga is available to all people at all stages of life. For many years Sheri’s passion has been to empower teachers to find a home within their teaching. She has been teaching public classes and leading yoga teacher trainings for many years and created programming for 200 and 300-hour certifications. The courage and skill to create fun, safe and creative classes comes with practice, mentorship and community. She truly believes in the transformational power of yoga as well as its ability to help us live our best day-to-day lives.

About Kenny Frisby (E-RYT 500 YACEP)
After many years of dancing professionally, Kenny discovered Yoga in 2008. He was immediately drawn to the way yoga approaches movement as medicine. In 2010, he fell in love with Laughing Lotus' signature "move like you" Lotus Flow and completed his first 200-hour teacher training. Since then he's studied, participated in, and taught many different modalities of yoga all over the world. His passions include Chakra-informed classes, Chinese medicine and meridians, and playful/purposeful sequencing. Kenny’s caring and intelligent teaching style makes yoga relatable, fun and transformative for all levels of modern-day practitioners. His classes are a thoughtful mix of movement, spiritual nourishment, good music and great vibes. Kenny is eternally grateful for all of the teachers, scientists and sages (past and present) that have shared their knowledge and imparted upon us their wisdom.

Thank you so much for your interest in our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training! Let's build a world of Playful Yogis!

Below are the details on the current training underway. If you choose to embark on this journey with us we will share more information about the topics covered as well as the full reading list for the upcoming training launching in October 2025.

Lead Trainers:

Naomi Camilleri, E-RYT 500
Kenny Frisby, E-RYT 500

PYS Trainers:

Jodi Daly
Laura Zaino
Suzie Diano

Guest Trainers:

Chris Loebsack
Shaun Nanavati
Mary Partridge
Lynne Aubrey
Gina Turner
Marco Jo Clate
Jamie Shields
Terry Ryan

You can learn more about Naomi and Kenny as well as our entire teaching team on our About Us page.

Areas of Study and Training Topics Covered:

• Yoga Philosophy and History:

  • Introduction to the history and origins of yoga.

  • Exploration of classical yoga texts such as the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

  • Understanding the philosophy of yoga, including concepts like the Eight Limbs of Yoga and the path to self-realization.

• Yogic Lifestyle and Ethics:

  • Discussion of the ethical principles and values associated with yoga, such as the Yamas and Niyamas.

  • Insights into mindful living and how to integrate yogic principles into daily life.

• Asana (Yoga Postures):

  • In-depth study of yoga postures, alignment and variations.

  • Developing a personal practice and exploring asana techniques.

  • Sequencing and modification of postures for different levels and needs.

• Pranayama (Breath Control):

  • Learning and practicing various breathing techniques to enhance vitality and control the mind.

  • Understanding the connection between breath and movement.

• Anatomy and Physiology:

  • Basic anatomy of the human body and how it is applied to yoga practice.

  • How yoga postures affect the body and how to avoid injuries.

  • An introduction to the energy systems in the body, such as chakras and nadis.

• Meditation and Mindfulness:

  • Techniques for cultivating a regular meditation practice.

  • Training in mindfulness and concentration to improve mental clarity and inner peace.

• Teaching Methodology:

  • How to create and structure yoga classes.

  • Effective teaching skills, communication and adjustments.

  • Dharma Talks, contextualizing yogic philosophy and ethics into life, teaching with compassion, empathy, inclusion and a social justice/trauma-informed mindset.

• Business and Ethics of Yoga Teaching:

  • Understanding the business aspects of being a yoga teacher.

  • Ethical considerations, including student-teacher relationships and maintaining professionalism.

• Practicum:

  • Teaching practice with peers and receiving constructive feedback.

  • Leading classes under the guidance of experienced instructors.

• Final Exam and Evaluation:

  • Written and practical assessments to gauge understanding and teaching skills.

  • Successful completion of these evaluations is required to receive certification.

• Special Topics:

  • Some additional topics may include introduction to Prenatal Yoga, Gentle, Yin and Restorative Yoga, yoga for specific populations (e.g., seniors or athletes), or yoga therapy. We will also include CPR certification and teaching safely in a hot room.

Throughout the program, students are encouraged to maintain a consistent personal practice and reflect on their own yoga journey. The goal of a 200-hour YTT program is to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach yoga safely and effectively while deepening their personal practice and understanding of yoga's philosophy and lifestyle.

2024-25 Schedule:

This training runs Saturday, November 9th, 2024 - Sunday, April 6th, 2025 and is a hybrid of 11 in-person weekends and 10 livestream Wednesday evenings.

In-person weekends at PYS will be from 9am - 5pm (60-minute break for lunch) and will incorporate class with Kenny and/or Naomi and/or a guest teacher each weekend. 

Wednesday evening sessions on Zoom will be from 6 - 8:30pm. 

Thank you again for your interest in joining us in our 200-hour Teacher Training!

PLEASE NOTE: THIS TRAINING IS CLOSED FOR THIS SESSION. PLEASE CLICK BELOW TO CONTACT US WITH QUESTIONS REGARDING NEXT YEAR'S TRAINING. THANK YOU!