yogi. artist. mentor. Michelle Rae Sobi is a yoga teacher trainer, mentor, continuing education provider (YACEP), and author. TRAINER MENTOR YACEP AUTHOR TRAINER Yoga teacher training programs designed with structure, flexibility, and real-world application. Students are supported through mentorship, practice teaching, and a steady learning rhythm. MENTOR Guided support for teachers and students developing their voice, confidence, and direction. This work focuses on clarity,

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Join us for our flagship course in 2026. Registration is open. Curious about the course? See a sample from the manual. Announcing Our Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher, Trauma-Informed Course at Edge Yoga School At Edge Yoga School, we are preparing a new learning path for yoga teachers and dedicated students who want a deeper, more integrated way to study, practice, and teach. Our Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher, Trauma-Informed course is a year-round Yoga + Ayurveda Integration Pathway designe

2026 Yoga Teacher Training Plan

Spring into Spring with self-care special events! APRIL AT A GLANCE Edge Yoga School & Arts April invites a gentle rhythm of study, practice, creativity, and rest. Our weekly structure remains steady, with a dedicated Spring Break pause to support integration and spaciousness. Please find a print-friendly event list below and register for what works for you. WEEKLY RHYTHM Sundays Teacher Training Lab + Tea Sangha 2:00pm Lab 2:30pm Tea Gathering A soft landing for the week ahe

Notice what color your energy feels like today There is a moment at the start of practice, before movement, before planning, before teaching, where we can pause and simply notice. Not fix. Not improve. Not perform. Just notice. What color does your energy feel like today. This question becomes a quiet thread that can follow you through your day, your teaching, and your life. It is not about being right. It is about becoming aware. Over time, you may begin to see patterns. Cer

Together, we can extend care where it is needed most. Supporting Hawaii’s Animals During the Storm As many of you know, Hawaii has recently experienced severe storms and flooding, impacting communities across the islands. Alongside families and homes, many animals have also been displaced, brought into shelters, or are in need of care and support. At Edge Yoga School & Arts, we believe our practice extends beyond the mat. It is rooted in compassion, community, and meaningful

What students that came before you had to say. Yoga Alliance Reviews Testimonials Edge Yoga School & Arts There is something meaningful that happens when students reflect on their experience after training. These words come directly from those who have walked the path, completed their training, and stepped into their next chapter. A Transformational Experience “I was surprised to discover the true teacher I was meant to be. Without this journey and training I may have never d

A Summer Invitation for Those Who Serve It takes a village. Serve + Study Bundle A Summer Invitation for Those Who Serve There is a certain kind of person who gives to others as part of everyday life. Teachers. School staff. Public servants. Community leaders. You show up, day after day, often holding space for others before tending to yourself. This offering is for you. The Serve + Study Bundle was created as a quiet thank you and an open door. A way to support your growth,

Nervous System • Bone Support • Metabolic Balance Michelle Post-Menopause Wellness Tea A Daily Ritual for Nervous System Support, Bone Health, and Metabolic Balance There are seasons in life where the body asks for a different kind of care. Not more intensity. Not more effort. Just steadiness, nourishment, and support. This tea was created as a daily companion for that season. It is simple, grounding, and deeply supportive. A blend that can be returned to again and again, off

How I have found agency in my wellness plan Ayurveda and the Return to Daily Wisdom For many years I have quietly practiced and studied Ayurveda as part of my personal wellness path. Ayurveda is often described as the traditional system of lifestyle medicine that developed in India alongside yoga. At its heart, it is a framework for observing the rhythms of nature and learning how our daily habits interact with those rhythms. It encourages attention to sleep, digestion, movem

A prop to help your practice find balance between release and contrology. Yoga on the Reformer Teacher Training The Fire of Practice 100-Hour Program Yoga on the Reformer Teacher Training is a 100-hour program designed for yoga teachers and serious movement practitioners who want to explore the relationship between yoga, apparatus-based movement, and disciplined practice. Rooted in the yogic concept of tapas, the steady fire that develops through consistent effort, this train

Mindful ways to reduce stress There are moments when the mind feels full. Ideas, tasks, conversations, and screens can all compete for attention. One gentle way to smooth the mind is to return to the hands. Origami offers a quiet path into focus, patience, and creativity. The lotus flower has long symbolized clarity emerging from complexity. In many contemplative traditions, the lotus represents the unfolding of awareness. Folding a paper lotus is a small, tangible way to exp

Join us for a quiet and creative gathering centered around the simple art of origami and the calming ritual of tea. Lotus Origami + Tea In this two-hour experience, participants will learn how to fold a paper lotus step by step while enjoying a warm cup of tea and conversation. Origami is a beautiful way to slow down the mind and focus the hands. Through a series of simple folds, a square of paper gradually transforms into a lotus flower. The lotus has long symbolized clarity

Eleven pages self-reflection Self-Discovery Through Self-Study Yoga students often begin practice believing they are learning poses. Over time, something quieter begins to unfold. The poses become mirrors. The breath becomes information. The spaces between movements begin to reveal patterns we did not know we carried. Yoga does not ask us to become someone new. It asks us to become aware of who we already are. This process is called self-study. In the classical yoga texts, se

A More Mindful Path to the Wedding Day Wedding planning is often painted as a season of joy, romance, and celebration, but anyone who has lived it knows that it can also bring pressure, decision fatigue, stress, and a surprising amount of emotional and physical strain. Between dress fittings, family dynamics, scheduling, travel, vendors, and the desire to make each moment meaningful, it is easy for the bride, groom, and wedding party to become overwhelmed before the big day e

Now Open: March to July, 2026 training cohort Spring 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Immersion Join us this Spring for a focused 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training immersion designed to blend lecture, lab, and practicum in a structured yet personalized format. This seasonal immersion supports close mentorship with Michelle Rae Sobi and offers a grounded pathway for trainees who want consistent guidance, in-person connection, and meaningful hands-on learning within our Wheaton stu

Let's answer a question that continues to surface inside our sangha and from the those exploring the Yoga + Ayurveda Integration Pathway Hi beautiful community 🧘🏻‍♀️ Let’s answer a question that continues to surface inside our sangha and from those exploring the Yoga and Ayurveda Integration Pathway. What is an Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher? An Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher is a yoga professional who understands not only how to guide asana, breath, and meditation, but also how to support

Monthly 90-Minute Gatherings for Rest, Reflection, Tea Ritual, and Community Connection ONYX MONTHLY WORKSHOP SERIES 2026 Sensory Restorative Experience Monthly 1st Friday Mar 6 Apr 3 May 1 Jun 5 Jul 3 Aug 21 Sep 4 Oct 2 Nov 6 
 Seasonal Tea Wellness Gathering Monthly 2nd Sunday Mar 8 Apr 26 May 10 Jun 14 Jul 12 Aug 30 Sep 13 Oct 11 Nov 8 
 Ayurveda Monthly Sangha 3rd Wednesday Mar 18 Apr 15 May 20 Jun 17 Jul 15 Aug 19 Sep 16 Oct 21 Nov 18 
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Yoga, Meditation, Tea...oh my! The 2026 Community Rhythm at Edge Yoga School We are pleased to share the 2026 community rhythm for our Wheaton studio, thoughtfully designed to support consistent learning, meaningful connection, and accessible entry points into the Edge Yoga School experience. Throughout 2026, our Yoga Teacher Training programs continue to meet Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays from 2–4 pm, providing a steady mentorship environment where trainees develop confiden