200 hour teacher training

The lineage of this program is rooted in the form and alignment principles of B.K.S. Iyengar, alongside the injury prevention strategies and modifications developed by both B.K.S. Iyengar and Judith Lasater, Ph.D. It incorporates mindful Vinyasa flows designed by Melissa Boyd, grounded in a deep understanding of injuries and precise alignment. With a background as a classically trained dance instructor and a Polestar-certified Pilates teacher, Melissa’s sequences are fluid and seamlessly integrate these disciplines. The program also draws from the profound meditative practices of Lex Gillan and Ram Dass, providing a holistic approach to Yoga. Melissa imparts the rich history of Yoga as it was taught to her through her training at the Yoga Institute, with further refinement during her tenure as the Director of their East Coast branch. Her 200, 300, and 500-hour programs are built upon clarity, flexibility, and thorough comprehensiveness. These programs aim to help students discover their own unique teaching style while being equipped with the knowledge and experience of revered mentors from the past.