The program runs from February 13, 2025, to December 11, 2025, with a combination of live and on-demand components.

Key Dates:

• Monthly Weekend Classes (Sat/Sun, 10–5 pm EST):

  • February 15

  • March 15–16

  • April 12–13

  • May 10–11

  • June 14–15

  • July 12–13

  • September 20–21

  • October 11-12

• August 15–17, 2025: In-Person Fire + Ritual Retreat at the Prama Institute in Asheville, NC.

• October 2–December 11, 2025: Weekly live teaching labs and community-supported practice sessions every Thursday (10–12 pm EST).

• January 1, 2026: All certification materials are due by this date.

Attendance is key to maintaining the integrity of your journey and the community experience. However, we understand that life happens.

• Accountability for Missed Classes:
  If you miss a live session, you are required to:

  • Submit a summary of the lecture for that day.

  • Provide a written outline of the practice completed in class.

This ensures you stay on track with the group and maintain accountability in your learning.

The retreat is a mandatory component of the program, designed to provide hands-on learning, teaching practice, and deep community connection. It will be held at the beautiful Prama Institute in Asheville, NC, a serene retreat center surrounded by lush landscapes.

What’s Included:

• Dormitory accommodations for 2 nights

• Exceptional vegetarian meals and beautiful settings

• 130 acres of forest, meadows, streams and farmland. There are plenty of hiking trails and areas to explore including a spectacular cliffside view of the French Broad River (one of the oldest rivers in the world)

• All retreat materials and activities

Participants are responsible for their travel to and from Asheville. For International Students, a UK option in July (Edinburgh, Scotland) is an alternative - please contact Brooke for details.

Upgrade Options:
For additional comfort, you may upgrade your accommodations:

• Double Room Upgrade: $100 per person for the weekend

• Single Room Upgrade: $200 per person for the weekend

We offer several flexible options to make this transformative program accessible:

Special New Year’s Bonus:

1. What payment plans are available?

• Pay-in-Full Discount: $5,450 – Best Value!

• 3-Payment Plan: Three easy payments of $1,933 (total $5,800).

• Extended 11-Month Payment Plan: Available by request for those who need additional flexibility. Payments are $573/month (total $6,300) Please contact us directly to discuss this option.

2. Why are the monthly payment plans a higher fee?
This fee is the program's standard price. It supports us supporting you, with covering the additional costs of managing recurring payments over time, including manual oversight, software fees, and secure automation via Stripe or other plan.

3. Are monthly payments automated?
Yes, all payment plans must be set up with automatic payments through Stripe. This ensures consistency and allows you to focus on your studies without worrying about payment reminders.

4. What happens if I miss a payment?
Timely payments are required to maintain enrollment in the program. Payments made more than 5 days late will incur a late fee. If you anticipate difficulty, please reach out to discuss options.

5. Are refunds available if I need to withdraw?
Due to the small group size and personalized nature of this program, refunds are not offered. However, we will consider extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis.

6. Is there an advantage to paying in full?
Yes! Pay-in-full participants save $1,000 and secure their spot immediately.

7. Can I still register after February 7?
Yes, but only at the standard price of $6,300. Payment plans will adjust based on the remaining months until program completion.

We understand that choosing the right program is an investment of both time and money. Here’s how The Sage Apprenticeship compares:

• Standard 200-Hour YTT:

  • Price: $2,000–$3,500

  • Typically lasts 1–3 months, focusing only on foundational yoga without therapeutic or dharmic elements.

• Advanced Certifications (Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda):

  • Price: $4,500–$8,000

  • Often spans 6–12 months, with a narrower focus that may not include live components, retreats, or community-building opportunities.

• High-End Integrative Programs:

  • Price: $6,000–$10,000

  • Includes certifications, therapeutic focus, and mentorship, similar to The Sage Apprenticeship Level 1, but often without the added value of a retreat or the seasonal, dharmic focus that sets our program apart.

The Sage Apprenticeship is thoughtfully designed to meet you where you are, supporting your journey with depth, flexibility, and personal connection. Here’s what makes it special:

• Length and Depth: With 11 months of guided learning, the program balances live classes, seasonal practices, and advanced integration, offering a pace that allows for true transformation.

• Dual Certifications: Earn both a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Certification and a Tantra Yoga Therapy Certification, alongside meaningful modules like seasonal cleanses and ancestral healing rituals, which are rarely found together.

• Comprehensive Learning Model: Combines weekly live sessions, immersive weekends, and self-paced content, providing flexibility without losing structure.

• Retreat Included: The Fire + Ritual Retreat is a key part of the program. Unlike many trainings, this retreat (including dorm accommodations, meals, and materials) is part of your course fee, ensuring hands-on, experiential learning.

• Supportive Community + Mentorship: Personalized teaching labs, peer mentorship, and a nurturing environment ensure you feel supported every step of the way, from personal practice to teaching readiness.

From October to December, students will attend weekly student-led practices to integrate the year’s teachings. (Thursdays 10-12pm EST)

This is a mandatory component for certification and community support, emphasizing the value of giving back:

• For Future Teachers: You’ll guide practices to refine your teaching skills and receive constructive feedback from peers and mentors.

• For Non-Teaching Participants: Your participation in observation and offering thoughtful, critical feedback is required to support the learning community.

This phase ensures everyone engages deeply, whether refining their teaching abilities or contributing to the community experience.

Graduates will earn a Tantra Yoga Therapy Teacher Certification and are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a 200-hour Yoga Teacher, joining the global community of certified teachers.

Yes! We’ve intentionally structured Level 2 to overlap with the final months of Level 1, allowing you to seamlessly continue your studies without waiting.

Here’s how it works:

• In the mornings, you’ll complete your Level 1 practicum requirements by leading or observing student-led teaching labs.

• In the afternoons, you’ll join the Sage Level 2 integration practices, starting with the Earth practices of Bhumi Sadhana, which focus on grounding, embodiment, and truly integrating what you’ve learned in Level 1.

This intentional overlap ensures you build upon your foundation in a natural, holistic way, creating a smoother transition into advanced studies while deepening your seasonal and therapeutic practices.

For those seeking the 500-hour Tantra Yoga Therapy Teacher Certification, this overlap offers an ideal path to continue learning, growing, and integrating without interruption.