Ayurvedic Learning Atelier Ayurvedic Studio is a private learning atelier centered on Ayurveda, with 75-minute experiences designed to create time for learning, exploration, practice, and integration. Tea is always part of the experience, and sessions are private, personal, and fully clothed. Ayurveda remains at the heart of the studio. The offerings provide several ways to explore traditional ideas and practices through conversation, movement, meditation, self-care, rest, an

Yoga Alliance acronyms unpacked for you. What Do All Those Yoga Alliance Letters Mean? 🧘‍♀️ If you have ever looked at a yoga teacher’s credentials and wondered what RYT, E-RYT, RCYT, RPYT, or YACEP actually mean, here is the breakdown. Yoga teacher training can be the beginning of a much larger educational path. 👇🏼 RYT 200 | Registered Yoga Teacher, 200 Hours This is the foundational Yoga Alliance teacher credential. It begins with completion of a 200-hour teacher trainin

It is simply access. The Best Way to Make Yoga Teacher Training Accessible Is to Make It Accessible Yesterday, one of our graduates thanked me for making yoga teacher training accessible to her. My response was simple: “The best way to make training accessible is to make it accessible.” It sounds almost too obvious, but accessibility has to be more than something written into a mission statement. It has to show up in the actual structure of a program. That can mean flexible p

A new way to approach yoga teacher training Introducing the Tuesday Workshop | Yoga Alliance Pathway I have heard from many students who have wanted to begin Yoga Teacher Training but needed a financially approachable place to start. The new Tuesday Workshop | Yoga Alliance Pathway was created for that student. We gather Tuesdays from 5–7 PM at Edge Yoga School for conversation, study, practice, reflection, and mentorship. Each workshop is $40, and students register one week

Learn about the history of coreXyoga™ Edge Alum Jenna, Circ 2015 Why Core Strength Became Personal: The Story Behind coreXyoga™ In 2004, Michelle Rae Sobi’s relationship with movement changed dramatically. A serious accident resulted in complex orthopedic injuries and lasting physical challenges. She was eventually told that she should expect to continue relying on a walker or another mobility device. By 2008, Michelle’s insurance coverage for physical therapy had run out, bu

Edge Yoga School has been registered with Yoga Alliance for over a decade. Yoga Alliance Credentials What It Means to Be Part of Yoga Alliance Being part of Yoga Alliance means being connected to a larger professional community committed to yoga education, ethical teaching, lifelong learning, and responsible leadership in the field of yoga. For students, it offers a helpful point of reference when choosing a teacher training program. For teachers and schools, it creates a sha

Free yourself in outdoor yoga Herrick Lake, Wheaton IL Take Your Yoga Practice Beyond the Studio This Holiday Weekend # Take Your Yoga Practice Beyond the Studio This Holiday Weekend There is something remarkable that happens when we step outside. The pace slows. The breeze becomes noticeable. The sound of water replaces the hum of traffic. We remember that nature has always been one of our greatest teachers. This holiday weekend, I invite you to take your personal yoga prac

Afternoons, Evenings, Weekends...oh my! Choose the format that best fits your schedule. Attend in person, online, or create a hybrid learning experience that combines both. All sessions are offered in small groups with Michelle Rae Sobi and are reserved in advance through Eventbrite. Edge Yoga School | Summer Schedule Tuesdays | 2-4pm Webinar or In Person Fridays | 2-4pm Webinar Fridays | 7-8pm Webinar Sundays | 2-4pm Webinar or In Person Pull out your paper calendar and rese

A beautiful doorway through postures. Come sit beside me for tea. Not because there is something you need to accomplish today. Not because there is a certification waiting at the end of a checklist. Not because anyone is asking you to become something other than who you already are. Simply because there may be possibilities worth exploring. Over the years, I have discovered that people rarely arrive at yoga teacher training because they want to memorize anatomy terms or learn

A year of deep reflection and inner joy, at a glance. These are the things we do with the people you will meet. We cover these lessons throughout the year, to ensure you may live yoga. Join our hygge this year. I am commited to hold space for a current-event-free experience, high vibes, and an abundance of support for your training experience. Monthly Training Plan Below is your suggested month-by-month training plan. All lessons are on demand, and require a one-page reflecti

A new year, a new way to deepen your practice. Are you ready to step fully into the path of teaching — grounded, supported, and aligned with real life? The 2026 Yoga Teacher Training Plan at Edge Yoga School & Arts has been renewed with a refined onboarding model designed to bring steadiness, clarity, and deep support to your yoga-teacher journey. With this fresh structure, you’ll experience structured flexibility , a balance of guidance and spaciousness — perfect for real li

Your Reset at Edge is here. A holiday mini-series created to help you feel grounded, inspired, and supported—whether you’re a wellness professional, a trainee, or simply craving community. See the schedule and register for what works for you! • Tue Nov 25 — AI for Wellness Professionals (2pm) • Tue Nov 25 — Sound Bowl Meditation (3pm) • Sun Nov 30 — YTT Lab: Wheaton (2pm) • Sun Nov 30 — Ayurvedic Lifestyle (4pm) • Tue Dec 2 — YTT Lab: Wheaton (2pm) • Wed Dec 3 — Sangha: Origa

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