The Embodied Breath Yoga & Breathwork Teacher Training

Yoga & Breathwork 200hr Teacher Training

The Embodied Breath

GET CERTIFIED TO TEACH YOGA & BREATHWORK

WITH LEAD INSTRUCTOR KAYLA COPELAND & WITH EMILY PERRY REJOINING THE GUEST TEACHING TEAM ALONGSIDE THE PLEASURE POINT YOGA GUEST TEACHERS & FACULTY

NEXT IN-PERSON TRAINING:
NOVEMBER 2024 – APRIL 2025

PLEASURE POINT YOGA SANTA CRUZ, CA

(Santa Cruz, California)

Are you ready for the Journey?

Have you ever wanted to go deeper in your personal Yoga practice?

Are you considering becoming a Yoga Teacher?

Are you in the midst of deep healing and learning self-love?

Are you on a journey of personal exploration and transformation?

ALL great reasons why a 200hr Yoga Teacher Training may be for you.

Go Deeper In The Practice You Love

Start Sharing the Gift of Yoga

Deepen your practice and teach what you love in this innovative 200 Hr Yoga and Breathwork Teacher Training with Lead Instructor, Kayla Copeland, and veteran yoga teacher trainer Emily Perry, and the Pleasure Point Yoga Instructors and Faculty

Innovative & Life-Changing Program

The Embodied Breath Yoga & Breathwork Training program is integrated & rich: you’ll graduate from this program ready to teach an amazing class while feeling like you’ve deepened your personal practice.

Learn From In-Demand Experts

Kayla Copeland brings vast experience in multiple forms of Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Nidra, & Mindfulness-based Counseling Psychology. Emily Perry is the creator of The Embodied Breath: 200hr Yoga & Breathwork Teacher Training, bringing over 25 years of expertise in Yoga, Mindfulness, & Energetic Healing Systems, Bhakti Yoga & Kirtan, Chinese Medicine and Holistic Health. Plus we have an incredible line-up of experienced guest teachers with vast knowledge leading you through their area of Yoga expertise!

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Reserve Your Spot in the Embodied Breath 200hr Yoga & Breathwork Teacher Training

Apply Now and Begin Your Immersion into the Practice of Teaching Yoga & Breathwork

Yoga & Breathwork Transforms Lives…

Yoga and breathwork have changed your life, and now it’s time to share that gift with the world.

And, as you might have noticed, this isn’t any ordinary yoga teacher training.

Our 200 Hour Yoga and Breathwork Certification program takes you deep into the aspects of the practice that create authentic healing and transformation, including:

Embodiment Practices
Transformational Breathwork Tools
Yoga Postures & Techniques
Chanting & Mantra
Philosophy & Meditation

But at its heart, this program is about stepping into your gifts as a leader and yoga teacher.

Welcome to the journey, future teacher!

INSIDE THE EMBODIED BREATH™ TRAINING

THE PHYSICAL PRACTICES

You’ll dive deep into the physical aspects of yoga & breath in Asana (Posture) Workshops, Advanced postures and transitions, Yoga Anatomy, Hands-On Assists, Use of Props, Modifications.

THE ENERGETIC PRACTICES

Learn and embody energetic and subtle body practices and techniques, including Breathwork, Mantra and Chanting, Meditation, & Kundalini Energy Work.

THE TEACHER’S PATH

Learn transformative teaching techniques, including how to sequence & theme classes and retreats, use of voice & cueing, and how to grow your teaching business.

Namaste, I’m Kayla Copeland

I am leader of the Embodied Breath™ Yoga & Breathwork Teacher Training, an E-RYT 500 and an artist. I have my B.S. in Psychology and am currently pursuing an M.A. in Mindfulness-based Counseling Psychology. I have been honing my skills since the early 2000’s and my intention is to support you in diving deeper into the practices of yoga, yoga philosophy, mindfulness, psychology, and so much more in a beautifully meaningful way.

I have studied extensively with Sri Dharma Mittra in New York City and Aimee Nitzberg in Santa Cruz, California.

I lead yoga and wellness retreats locally and abroad. My teaching focuses on mindfulness, breath awareness, and somatic experiencing while weaving in essences of Buddhist Psychology and Taoist principles. I fuse fluid movement, strength building, and a loving awareness of self.

I cannot wait to share these practices with you and watch all your growth unfold!

Hello, I’m Emily Perry

Emily Perry

Emily Perry, E-RYT500, MTOM
Guest Teacher & Developer, The Embodied Breath: 200hr Yoga & Breathwork Teacher Training

Emily Perry holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Hamilton College and a Master of Traditional Oriental Medicine from Emperor’s College. With over thirty years of experience in yoga, mindfulness, and energetic healing systems, Emily has become a Master Teacher and teacher of teachers.

Trained as an Acupuncturist and Herbalist in California, Emily’s deep immersion in Breathwork, Ayurveda, Buddhist meditation, and yogic science naturally led her to guide yoga teacher trainings. She is recognized for her expertise in blending energetic alignment, Bhakti (devotion), and soulful vinyasa flow practices.

Her meditation journey began as a teenager in Los Angeles, exploring Zen and Tibetan traditions before discovering yoga through the transformative book Light on Yoga. Emily’s continued practice draws from non-dual spiritual and devotional lineages, and her work is deeply informed by teachers Janet Stone, Chandra Easton, and Scott Blossom.

Emily has trained teachers worldwide, integrating energetic systems into her yoga teachings. As a sought-after speaker and retreat leader, she has shared her teachings at festivals, retreats, and trainings globally, as well as on platforms like YogaAnytime and Insight Timer.

In recent years, Emily has expanded her reach through her podcast, Rock Your Purpose, offering tools for living in alignment with purpose and personal growth. She also contributes as a content writer and marketing copywriter for Tony Robbins, helping others lead more purpose-driven lives.

Emily’s dedication to yoga as a path of awakening is reflected in her dynamic, devotional teaching style, deeply rooted in the sacred. Through her Purpose Habit™ framework, she continues to empower students to live with intention, clarity, and joy.

Connect with her here: purposehabit.com

A LOOK INSIDE THE EMBODIED BREATH™ YOGA & BREATHWORK TEACHER TRAINING

Over six months, we’ll walk you through our four-module vinyasa yoga and breathwork teacher training pathway.

You’ll develop not just as a yoga and breathwork teacher— but as a leader and visionary in your community.

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MONTHLY LIVE IN-PERSON TRAINING WITH EMILY PERRY & FACULTY TEACHERS

TEACHER TRAINING MANUAL & ONLINE PORTAL ACCESS WITH TRAINING RESOURCES

PRIVATE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOR LASER SUPPORT & COMMUNITY CONNECTION

module 1:

ALIGN

Learn the foundations to teaching vinyasa & hatha yoga and embodied breathwork.

Topics Include:
• Hatha, Vinyasa, & Yin Yoga Foundations
• The History of Yoga
• Integrated Yoga Anatomy
• Intro to Embodied Breathwork Level I
• The Yoga of the Five Elements: Earth
• Deities & Yoga Philosophy: Earth (Ganesha & Bhumi)
• Meditation 101

module 2:

EMBODY

Deepen your embodiment of yogic practices and teachings.

Topics Include:
• Functional Yoga
• Asana (Posture) Workshops and Masterclasses
• The Yoga of the Five Elements: Water
• Embodied Ayurveda
• Deities & Yoga Philosophy: Water (Lakshmi & Saraswati)
• Embodied Breathwork Level I Training

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module 3:

EXPAND

Expand your awareness & your skills as a leader and facilitator.

Topics Include:
• Yoga Philosophy: Unravelling the Sutras
• Asana (Posture) Workshops and Masterclasses
• Restorative, Yin, and Prenatal Yoga Foundations
• The Yoga of the Five Elements: Fire
• Embodied Breathwork Level I Practice Teaching
• Deities & Yoga Philosophy: Fire (Shiva & Shakti)

module 4:

ELEVATE

Elevate your skills & your community as you step into Embodied Leadership.

Topics Include:
• Advanced Posture Lab
• Sequencing & Theming for Transformation
• The Yoga of the Five Elements: Air & Ether (Hanuman)
• Yoga, Service, & Social Change
• Yoga Philosophy: Living into the Gita
• Teach-Serve-Grow: Preparing to Teach & Grow as a Yoga Professional

We’re Yoga Alliance Approved:

UPON COMPLETION YOU’LL RECIEVE:

200 HR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING CERTIFICATION (YOGA ALLIANCE APPROVED)

You’ll be a certified Embodied Breath™ Yoga Teacher and qualified to register with the Yoga Alliance at the 200 hr level.

CERTIFICATION AS AN EMBODIED BREATH™ BREATHWORK FACILITATOR COACH

You’ll also receive certification as an Embodied Breath™ Breathwork Facilitator Coach so you can feel confident offering breathwork practices in any setting.

OUR TEACHER TRAINING FACULTY:

KAYLA COPELAND, LEAD TEACHER

Lead Teacher Kayla Copeland will be leading you through the Embodied Breath Yoga & Breathwork Teacher Training, yoga philosophy, mindfulness, and yoga nidra. kaylatahani.com

APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY FOR YOGA – KATIE JACOBSON

Explore the Applied Psychology for Yoga Teachers with Katie Jacobson, Yoga Teacher & Associate Marriage & Family Therapist. katiesjacobson.com

FUNCTIONAL YOGA – KENNETH GRAHAM

Learn functional yoga foundations with veteran Yoga Teacher Trainer Kenny Graham of kennygrahamyoga.com.

YOGA & SOCIAL JUSTICE – CAREN CAMBLIN

Caren Camblin will guide you through your Yoga, Social Justice, & Ethics through the lens of the Bhagavad Gita.

EMBODIED & INTELLIGENT SEQUENCING – JESSICA WEITZENHOFFER

Dive deep into Embodied, Intelligent, & Soulful movement and the Art of Sequencing with Jessica Weitzenhoffer.

YOGA PHILOSOPHY & YOGA SUTRAS – SHERRY CASSEDY

Integrate the meaning and Sanskrit of The Yoga Sutras as you apply it to your life with Sherry Cassedy. Thresholdguidance.com.

EMBODIED AYURVEDA – KATE BENTLEY

Drawing from the classical teachings of Ayurveda and Yoga through her teacher Baba Hari Dass, Kate Bentley will help teach Embodied Ayurveda (sister science to Yoga) and well being with tools for natural healing and co-creation of long term solutions for inner and outer balance.

EMBODIED BUSINESS – KELSEY LETTKO

Align yourself in your why and clarify your message as a Yoga teacher to create a bigger impact in your community. http://kelseylettko.com

HOST & OWNER OF PLEASURE POINT YOGA – MEGAN MCALLISTER

Meet Megan McAllister, the host, owner, and inspired leader behind the scenes at Pleasure Point Yoga and Pleasure Point Dance.

Become a Certified Breathwork Facilitator

We’ve included certification as an Embodied Breath™ Breathwork Facilitator Coach as a port of your immersion because we’ve seen how breathwork changes and transforms lives in and out of the studio setting.

You’ll leave this training with the tools to safely and effectively integrate and teach Breathwork to students and clients in a variety of settings, including retreats, immersions, coaching, and corporate settings.

Connect to your inner wisdom & uncover your gifts.

What they’re saying:

“Kayla was a wonderful teacher. She guided us through poses with clarity, through emotional and spiritual journeys with kindness and grace, and through daily integrations of yoga with passion. We hit so many bases such as hygiene (according to Ayurveda), daily morning meditations and yoga practices, diet, mantras, compassion, community and service. I cannot put into words how impactful this training was on my yoga practice and my self care routines. I wish I could do it over, because I always came out of those weekends so refreshed and connected to myself. The community within the program is also wonderful, and the studio is a sacred space for me and anyone who is a part of it!

Thank you Kayla, for your time, dedication and talent. Thank you Megan for bringing this community together. Thank you Vaidehi for the dance and empowerment. This studio is a gem in Santa Cruz.” ~KAHENA

“The Pleasure Point 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training was challenging and informative, while enabling us to build community and lasting connections among the students and teachers. I left the training with a deeply enhanced personal practice and felt confident and fully prepared to go out and begin my journey as a Yoga teacher.” ~JOAN

“When I signed up for yoga teacher training I had no idea I was entering into one of the most transformative experiences of my life. By dedicating and investing myself into this 200hr training I can say honestly that I have received the most powerful tool for walking through this wild life.“ ~RAYNE

200 HR YOGA & BREATHWORK TEACHER TRAINING

AT PLEASURE POINT YOGA, SANTA CRUZ, CA

TEACHER TRAINING MEETING DATES:

November 15-17 (opening weekend)
December 6-8
January 3-5
January 31 – February 2
February 21-23
March 21-23
April 25-27 (graduation)

[ALL WEEKENDS MEET FRIDAY 6-9 PM, SAT & SUN 8 AM- 6 PM AT PLEASURE POINT YOGA]

REGISTER NOW – SPACE IS LIMITED!