madia healing arts
Self-Reflection
Self-reflection and personal growth are the foundations of becoming a grounded, inspiring, and skilled yoga teacher/leader which is why it is the root of our training. When you use self-observation as a tool to learn what brings you more Freedom, you begin to find your own authentic expression as a teacher.
Experiential
This training is designed to bring yogic philosophies, teachings and practices to life for you. During our time together, you will have space to experience with curiosity and spaciousness why you do yoga and what you deeply want from your practice. Through a supportive container you begin to discover how to live your practice and teach from an embodiment of the principles of Yoga.
Connection
Everything in this training was created with connection in mind ~ the development of your relationship to your yoga practices, yourself, one another in our learning container and the world. We keep each cohort intimate so that you each receive the full attention you deserve. Discussion time for self-awareness, personal- growth and shared insights is integrated into every module. We go beyond just lecture ~ we value your voice and inner wisdom.
All are
welcomed here ~
Do you have a foundation in yoga that allows you to be ready for the layers of discovery that can create more freedom and options for you?
Do you want to understand yoga at a level that takes asana into the dimensions of the mind, emotions and spirit that bring deep transformation?
This training is really for ANYONE who is authentically and courageously interested in personal growth.
At the core, this training is a personal growth immersion based in yogic and mind/body healing techniques. The teacher is the strongest student and learns at levels of profound depth, though you do not have to want to teach to join us!
This is a personalized training and is kept intimate to allow for a mentorship relationship to be built between you and Madia
Over our time together, we cover a wide range of topics so that
you have a strong foundation of this lifelong exploration ~
Foundational Energetic & Physical Anatomy
Mindfulness Practices
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The Chakra System
Breathwork for nervous system regulation
Personal Self-Development
Trauma-sensitive and self-reflective cues
Reflective Yoga Sequencing
Somatic-emotional practices
Yoga as Medicine
Yin and restorative yoga
Sun and Moon Salutations
Meditation
And much more!
There is NO competition...
because there is no other YOU!
An Investment in YOU
Dates & Times
Starting April 5th 2025
Sat & Sun | 9:30a-4p
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April 5-6 (Weekend 1): Personal Development - Introduction to Yogic Philosophy and Practice
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April 26-27 (Weekend 2): Personal Development - Understanding the Eight Limbs of Yoga
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May 17-18 (Weekend 3): Personal Development - Meditation and Mindfulness
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June 7-8 (Weekend 4): Personal Development - Yoga Ethics and Lifestyle
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June 28-29 (Weekend 5): Personal Development - Pranayama and Breathwork
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July 19-20 (Weekend 6): Teaching Methodology - Classroom Management Techniques
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August 9-10 (Weekend 7): Teaching Methodology - Anatomy and Physiology
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August 30-31 (Weekend 8): Teaching Methodology - Sequencing and Class Planning
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September 20-21 (Weekend 9): Teaching Methodology - Practicum and Assessments
Two Pathways:
Personal Development Path -
Five Weekends focused on your Yogic Path. This is for those who do not wish to teach yoga.
$1800
Yoga Teacher Path* -
Includes the Personal Development Path as well as Four Weekends dedicated to your Teaching Practice and certification to register with Yoga Alliance with your RYT 200.
$2950
* Current RYT or RYS Teachers may sign up for the Yoga Teacher Path only to refresh their practice and gain CEU credits. $1500.
Apply Now
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WHAT GRADUATES SAY
REGAN M, 2019
If you have ever remotely considered yoga teacher training, this is the one. Madia Swicord gives 100% to her students and her clients.
I cannot imagine the last year of my life without her guidance, laughter, and love.
CARI P, 2019
200 hour YTT with Madia was transformational. She created an intimate environment that felt safe and nurturing allowing me to truly look inward and unite my mind, body, and spirit, the true meaning of yoga. Under Madia’s guidance, I not only deepened my personal practice but greatly improved my relationship with myself.
HALEY P, 2019
My YTT experience with Madia not only enhanced my yoga practice, but helped me to grow as a person. Madia’s authenticity gave me a sense of security and confidence to develop the skills I need to be effective as a yoga instructor and in my career as a counselor.