Deepen Your Practice

A Kaia Yoga Immersion

January 8 – 25, 2026

An Immersion into the Heart of Yoga

Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this program is designed to enrich, inspire, and empower your practice—helping you explore your body, breath, and mind through the deeper teachings of yoga beyond the poses.

Improve your alignment, learn about the roots of Yoga, and immerse yourself in the practice of yoga with expert guides — all in a small, supportive group.

SCHEDULE:

In-Studio Weekend Sessions (at Darien/Westport): Jan 10 & 24, 9 AM–4 PM | Jan 11 & 25, 11:30 AM–5:30 PM

Online Sessions: Jan 8 & 22, 6:30–8:30 PM

INVESTMENT:

$795 (Members get 105 off), Payment plans available during checkout!

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Training Details

Thursday Jan 8 6:30pm-8:30pm ONLINE All Trainers
Saturday Jan 10 9am-4:00pm DARIEN (Take 12pm hot class) Nicole Kim
Sunday Jan 11 11:30am-5:30pm WESTPORT (Take 11:30am-12:30pm Align Class) Claudia Zeller
Thursday Jan 22 6:30pm-8:30pm ONLINE Lisa Giordano
Saturday Jan 24 9am-4:00pm DARIEN (Take 12pm hot class) Caroline Graham
Sunday Jan 25 11:30am-5:30pm WESTPORT Trainer TDB
- Held at our Kaia Yoga Darien and Westport studios plus 2x online sessions
$795 (Member Perk: receive 10% off)
Payment plans available during checkout!
Payment Plan: Can be paid in 2 installments (member discount does not apply)
Payment 1: Upon Enrollment
Payment 2: all final payments will be collected 30 days before the scheduled course [Dec 8].

Participants in a yoga class in a bright room, practicing downward dog pose on mats, with an instructor observing.

What You Will Learn

The History of Modern Yoga including key teachings from The Yoga Sutras
Kaia Yoga Methodology: Learn the guiding principles behind all of the Kaia Yoga Classes
Dynamic Breathwork (Pranayama):The foundation of all yoga classes begins with controlled breathing or pranayama that can be used both in class and in daily life.
Understanding the Pose Families: Gain a broad view of yoga’s main pose groups—standing, seated, backbends, inversions, and twists—to understand how alignment may vary for every body.
Mindfulness Meditation: Learn the foundations of a regular meditation
Align and Adjust: Learn how to make safe, effective adjustments for yourself and others.

In-Studio Sessions

Begin with a dynamic group class led by your Lead Trainer (bring a change of clothes for practice!)
Explore the art of alignment, breathwork, and intelligent sequencing — the foundation of every great class
Gain hands-on experience through practice teaching sessions to integrate what you’ve learned in real time
Receive personalized feedback and mentorship in a supportive, small-group setting

Online Sessions

Dive into the philosophy and roots of yoga to understand the “why” behind the practice
Explore meditation and mindfulness techniques to bring more depth to your teaching and daily life
Join interactive Q&A sessions with your trainers to clarify concepts and stay inspired between modules

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FAQ’s

For students ready to deepen their practice and/or explore the teacher training content without committing to the full 200hr Yoga Teacher Training yet.
- A richer understanding of the origins and evolution of yoga
- Insight into how breathing practices (pranayama) create steadiness and support an advanced practice
- An empowered awareness of how poses (asana) should feel and function in yourbody
- Insight into which classes and styles best serve your growth
- Tools to set realistic, meaningful intentions and build a solid practice
- The foundational principles to build a meaningful and sustainable meditation practice
Creating a Community Personal dedication practiced alongside others creates a sense of support, accountability, and belonging. Together, we grow stronger—on and off the mat.
This program begins by merging with the 200hr teacher training. Both groups begin together to learn the important foundations of yoga.