“The balance between historical/philosophical content, anatomy, physical practicing and learning how to teach was perfect. The depth of content was so comprehensive and really opened my eyes to how much more there is to know and learn about yoga and related practices. I understand now that it really is a lifelong journey. It's clear that Brent is very knowledgeable and passionate, and that he truly cares about offering a good experience to his students. These qualities shine through brightly and makes learning from him very engaging.”

• Ali M.

"I’ve been practicing yoga for many years and I’ve had some outstanding teachers. I’ve wanted to do a yoga teacher training for a while, but I needed a teacher who would really challenge me. When I met Brent, I knew he had a lot to teach me. I took his teacher training in the fall of 2020 and it lived up to all my expectations. First of all, he did a wonderful job of creating a community among his students. You spend a lot of time with the other students in teacher training and you work together a lot. If you like them, they are a great source of happiness. Also, Brent devised a well-rounded and comprehensive curriculum. He taught anatomy in the context of yoga, in a way that was fun and made sense. He also brought in intensely knowledgeable guest teachers, each of whom had particular expertise in one or another aspect of movement. Learning from them made my understanding of my physical practice both broader and deeper. Finally, we had wonderful didactic sessions in which we discussed the history of yoga and its essential nature as a spiritual and philosophic practice. Brent’s teacher training helped me to move towards more sophisticated levels of practice; it led me to recommit to the true goals of a yoga practice, inspired me to work harder and with more joy, and opened doors for me that I hadn’t suspected were there. I look forward to taking another training from him in the future.”

• Elizabeth F., Rheumatologist

Everything was spot on!”

• Natalie G., Real Estate Executive

"This was my first Teacher Training after years of intermittent yoga at various schools. I first wondered if I was good enough to practice with a group of veteran yogis (some with decades of experience), but soon learned that I had all I needed: willingness to learn and belief in myself. Whatever stage you’re at in your yoga journey, I believe you can find value and grow with his training.”

• Mike L., Artist & Teacher

"I am exceptionally lucky to be able to call Brent my mentor."I have taken two 200 hour teacher trainings (TT) with him over the past few years, one of which was the inaugural AYP TT. Despite being held under challenging circumstances in the midst of a global pandemic, Brent found a way to create a safe space for us to practice together in person and learn from several different teachers. If you have ever thought about become a yoga instructor or maybe want to deepen your practice in posture study or yoga philosophy, search no further! As well as being one of my favorite humans, Brent is a master in yogic philosophy and has a natural gift with yoga posture instruction. You will learn about anatomy and physiology and how to incorporate that knowledge into your posture practice and teaching. You will also undoubtedly meet some amazing new friends along the way. It will be work, don’t get me wrong, but it will mostly be so much fun and so fulfilling and I 100% guarantee you will not regret it.”

• Brittany L., NICU Nurse & Yoga Teacher

“It's funny, I said yes when my friend asked me to do it with her without really considering the impact. I knew I was being moved to develop a healthier relationship to my body, but it was the unknowns that shifted me the most. My new obsession with breathwork came directly from seeing you demonstrate how the diaphragm functions. Your dedication to the attunement of your body and the visual experience of seeing your breath fill and then leave your body set me into discovery of what that might look like for me. Your approach and languaging provided the perfect lens for me to see meditation and breathwork in yoga as I had never known it before. I'm learning and teaching to a couple of my existing clients 3 times a week now. I love teaching and facilitating others in their own discoveries. I would like to teach meditation and breathwork more often :) I knew breath was important and life giving but had no idea how transformational it would be. This year has provided so many opportunities to let go of attachments, see the systematic cycles of our existence and face my ego in it's beauty and most disgusting forms. You were the teacher I was meant to sit under and I am so grateful for you making what you do and how you do it so accessible.”

• Luca T., Hair Stylist

"I took Brent’s teacher training in the fall of 2020. I arrived intending to gain a deeper intimacy with my practice and greater health in my everyday life. I wanted to advance my asana practice, cultivate greater flexibility and strength, but also a greater sense of enduring calm, equanimity and well-being off the mat. Teacher Training exposed me to texts that were both inspirational and challenging. They, like the poses themselves, require repetition, openness and dedication to incorporate into one’s practice of yoga. TT provided my first exposure to anatomical study and the encouragement to find a more personal, intentional practice - which has proven to be an ongoing, everyday project. I came to teacher training expecting to be challenged by the physical demands of the asana practice. Allowing myself to simply abide and breath from a place of calm and focus proved to be an equal if not greater challenge. Over the course of a few weeks, a group of mostly strangers learning and practicing together became a powerful and supportive resource for making progress and connections. Each day has moments of discussion and inquiry, exploration of ideas and attitudes as well as physical, heat-building practice and quiet meditation. Taking in the weekly readings in the TT syllabus as well as completing the TT writing assignments kept me practicing yoga in a way that was brand new for me. Each week required time spent reflecting and recording not just on the postures, but the attitudes, judgments and patterns I arrived at TT with. TT provides the opportunity to perceive one’s yoga practice as an inquiry into “what brings me joy” and to do that.”

• Craig A., Restaurateur

“As a person who appreciates rigor and competence, the methodology of this training really worked well for me. First off, everyone is expected to understand key anatomy and physiology concepts. This is important because as Yoga teachers, we are entrusted with providing instructions that can heal the body, but we can unintentionally hurt people along the way if we aren't well equipped! We need to be properly informed and educated about which muscle groups should be engaged for which postures. This training ensured that we have that knowledge. Second, this training was holistic. We had guest speakers who are Nutritionists (and not your fluffy ones, the ones that are getting their Doctorate/PHD in public health/nutrition). With so much misinformation out there, the wellness community as a whole needs to constantly be vigilant about which information we're sharing and why. We also had a guest speaker who chants and we learned how to incorporate that into our Yoga practice, if that meets our needs. Lastly, Brent as a teacher is just incredible. I've been following Brent for years now, after I experienced his class (unexpectedly) at the Trauma Informed Yoga Workshop. His teaching style is fun and joyous! He really puts his heart and soul into designing the curriculums, especially the Wednesday night Yoga Philosophy class, which is designed to compliment the asana training we receive. I experienced deep meditative stated during the Wednesday sessions and truly looked forward to them. Reviewing and reading the Yoga Sutras is now part of my yoga practice. Brent's abilities to connect with students is superb and it's not a surprise he has a dedicated group of students who are always eager to receive his Yoga instructions and/or nuggets of yoga wisdom. I highly recommend this Teacher Training with Brent. I believe It's as pure as it gets to the original intent and principles of yoga.”

• Mihae J., Social Worker

"Teacher Training was a lot more challenging than I expected it to be, and so worth it. Physically, I surprised myself with what I could achieve with Brent’s guidance. Mentally, this training asked me to show up for myself week after week, and each time I did I was so much happier for it. I don’t think you need to want to teach to take this training. The bigger question is are you ready to challenge yourself, and get to know yourself more intimately? If you want to grow as a human being, this training is for you!”

• Alex H., Student