THE IVY YOGA SCHOOL

2025 200-Hour In-Depth Yoga Study/Yoga Teacher Training Program
Located at Ashtanga Yoga Charlottesville, 906 Monticello Rd. 

The program will be led by Liam Buckley and Carroll Ann Friedmann. 
Additional faculty includes Padmasri Marques.

The Ivy Yoga School (IYS) Program is in the Classical Yoga Tradition.

This Yoga Alliance Certified Classical Yoga training includes significant instruction in yoga philosophy, Sanskrit chanting, pranayama, asana, alignment, sequencing, teaching modalities, hands-on assisting, meditation, yoga anatomy, ayurveda, yoga mythology, and teaching diverse communities. We are influenced but not limited by Ashtanga Yoga, Integral Yoga, Black Lotus Yoga, and other classically-oriented traditions.

Asana Study: All classes of asana and their corresponding energetic patterns will be explored in-depth. We will learn how to observe bodies moving as well as static and explore the underlying alignment principles pertaining to each class of asana.
Hands-On Teaching Methods: Developing the skill to observe and offer supportive hands-on assists to students in guided classes will be taught. The course will explore ways of observation and assistance, in which the teacher guides the student into deeper awareness and understanding of the asana, without applying force or causing harm.
Verbal Teaching Skills: It is essential for the teacher to communicate clearly and without distraction when guiding class. This course will help hone the skills needed to guide students through class with helpful verbal cues.
Pranayama and Meditation: Asana practice moves the practitioner inward towards self-observation. This course will teach basic and appropriate methods of pranayama and meditation along with their traditional benefits. Teaching students to understand, observe and control the breath is the first step towards meditative states of mind.
Sanskrit and Chanting: traditional mantra and classical sutra recitation is essential for teaching yoga in a classical and traditional system.
Anatomy: Our anatomy study will bring attention not only to the strictly “physical” aspect of anatomy, but also to the anatomy of the “energy body” in yoga practice. Working with injury and posture modifications will also be explored.
Philosophy: Including the traditional teachings of Patanjali’s Classical Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita (Song of the Lord) and the Upanishadic texts. With each topic covered, reference to the philosophical context will be explored and discussed and how these philosophical themes are just as relevant for our lives today.
Ayurveda: a study of Ayurveda complements the understanding of the yogic lifestyle. From diet to “dosha”, to practices of seasonal cleansing, and daily routine, Ayurveda is the science of life that brings an individualized approach to the traditional method of yoga.

Training Schedule: You may miss one weekend and two Wednesday classes and make it up by viewing taped classes.

EVERY Wednesday Evening 6:30-8:00pm ONLINE.
EVERY OTHER Friday Evening: 6:00-8:00pm ONLINE.
EVERY OTHER Saturday: 8:00am-2:00pm IN-PERSON.
EVERY OTHER Sunday: 8:00am- 2:00pm IN-PERSON.

Weekend Dates in Fall 2025: italicized dates must be in person
August 29-31
September 12-14, 26-28
October 10-12, 24-26
November 7-9, 16 only

All students are required to practice at AYC 2-3 times per week for the duration of the training and periodically assist in the Mysore room. They may alternatively practice with another qualified teacher. Unlimited pass to AYC is included in tuition.

Email us to request an application: ashtangayogacville@gmail.com. Acceptance is on a rolling basis. Limited to 16 students.

Cost for training is $2000 + $250 materials fee and includes a membership to Ashtanga Yoga Charlottesville from Aug-Nov 2025. $500 non-refundable deposit due upon acceptance. Limited financial aid and scholarships are available.

To apply for this course you must have practiced yoga consistently for at least one year. You will need a letter of recommendation from a yoga teacher unless you are a member of AYC. We welcome people of all ages, ethnicities, beliefs, sexual and gender orientations, and yoga practitioners with physical, emotional, or neurological diversity.