Sculpt Your Practice. Lead the RIOT.

A 200+ HR Yoga Alliance–Registered Teacher Training led by Lauren Danner in collaboration with bodyRIOT. January–April 2026 | Portland, OR.

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"Yoga is art in motion. A sculpture in progress."

At Sculpted Lotus Yoga, we believe yoga is a lifelong process of refinement. It’s not about “completion”—it’s about falling in love with the process. This training is designed to help you shape your practice and your teaching, while deepening your commitment to growth, presence, and truth.

 “The application of practice should be challenging enough to be enchanting, approachable enough to be sustainable, and frequent enough to be auspicious.” – Lauren Danner

Meet Your Guide: Lauren Danner

Lauren has been teaching yoga full-time since 2007, training athletes, professionals, and seekers of presence across Portland and beyond. She has studied with world-class teachers, led countless students into their practice, and continues to learn and refine her craft. Her teaching is rooted in cross-training, accessible flow, deep presence, and helping others discover their fullest potential.

Over 200 hours of in-person, group-based training designed to immerse you fully in practice and teaching.

Fridays: 5:30–9 pm

Saturdays: 10 am–6 pm

Sundays: 8:30 am–3:30 pm

Homework, readings, 3 studio classes/week, practice teaching, projects, and observation included.

Training Dates:

Jan 16–18, Jan 30–Feb 1

Feb 13–15, Feb 27–Mar 1 (Deepen Your Practice I)

Mar 6–8 (Deepen Your Practice II), Mar 20–22

Apr 3–5, Apr 17–19 (Asana Lab), Apr 24–26 Graduation

Homework, readings, 3 studio classes/week, practice teaching, projects, and observation included.

Training Dates:

Jan 16–18, Jan 30–Feb 1

Feb 13–15, Feb 27–Mar 1 (Deepen Your Practice I)

Mar 6–8 (Deepen Your Practice II), Mar 20–22

Apr 3–5, Apr 17–19 (Asana Lab), Apr 24–26 Graduation

Immersion Training, January–April 2026

What You’ll Learn

By the End of Training, You’ll Be Able To…

  • Confidently lead classes in Vinyasa, Power Vinyasa, Gentle Flow, Detox Flow, and Restorative Yoga.

  • Apply anatomy, physiology, and safe modifications to your teaching.

  • Build a personal practice rooted in philosophy and self-study.

  • Understand breath, sequencing, meditation, and energetics.

  • Learn yoga history, Sanskrit, and ethics.

  • Create a plan for growth as a teacher + business knowledge to launch your career.

Hear From Past Trainees

Your Investment in Training

  • $3,200 Early Bird Paid in Full

  • $3,600 Standard Tuition or Payment Plan

  • $500 Enrollment Fee(non-refundable, holds your spot)

Your $500 enrollment fee secures your space in the training. This fee is non-refundable and will be applied toward your tuition. If you need a payment plan, please email Lauren Danner—we’ll work with you to make this training possible. Please note: the enrollment fee is forfeited if you cancel or withdraw before training begins.

    • Teacher training sessions + manual

    • Pre-recorded coursework

    • Unlimited Sculpted Lotus classes (online + on demand)

    • Practice teaching + lead instructor feedback

    • Assisting opportunities

  • Required book list (see below).

Ready to Train?

This training is for students who want to immerse fully in the practice—whether or not you intend to teach after graduation. We require all weekends + assignments completed for Yoga Alliance certification.

Steps to Apply:

  1. Submit your $500 enrollment fee.

  2. Write your application essay (prompts provided).

  3. Book a 1:1 call with Lauren before final confirmation.

Your Practice. Your Voice. Your Riot.

This isn’t just about teaching yoga. It’s about shaping your life, finding your voice, and stepping into radical movement + real wellness. If you’re ready to carve out the next version of yourself—this is your training.