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Nov. 1-30: AY 30 Days
November 1 - 30
SWEAT, STRETCH & HELP CONSERVE THE RAINFORESTS BY JOINING AY STUDENTS AROUND THE WORLD FOR OUR 30 DAY CHALLENGE + FUNDRAISER
Planks for the Planet Sweat is Amazing Yoga’s 30-day community-wide challenge that combines yoga practice with environmental advocacy.
We’re raising funds and awareness for Community Carbon Trees—an organization in Costa Rica that offers solutions to deforestation and climate change by connecting local farmers with people all over the world. Learn more about Community Carbon Trees.
Participants are encouraged to establish a daily yoga practice, while contributing to an important cause. It’s the ideal blend of fitness and philanthropy, reflecting AY’s dedication to good health and environmental stewardship.
It’s going to be a great month! Grab your mat and join us as we explore the powerful synergy between personal wellness and protecting our planet, by doing yoga and raising funds for Community Carbon Trees.
HOW to PARTICIPATE
Join the 30 Day Challenge using the sign-up button below. Your $10 contribution will go to Community Carbon Trees.
Practice 21 times in 30 days. Use the star board in the studio to track your progress. Once you sign-up, put your name on the star board.
Use your current membership/package or purchase one here. Practice with us in-studio and/or on AY Online.
Everyone who completes the challenge will be entered into a drawing for class passes and other prizes.
For more prize consideration, post images of your home practice on Instagram and tag @amazingyoga and use #planksfortheplanet
You can also make a direct donation to Community Carbon Trees here.
Dec. 13: Sound Bath + Yin + Reiki with Sean and Karen
Experience a retreat from the busyness as you immerse in soothing sound, relaxing yin poses, and healing reiki.
As healing sounds wash over you, we will hold poses between 3-5 minutes which helps soften tight muscles and opens up your body and mind. Class will also include reiki with Karen.
Some of the many benefits of sound meditation include: improved sleep; a deep sense of tranquility; reduction of stress and anxiety, and relief from depression and emotional pain.
Date: Friday, Dec. 13th
Time: 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Cost: $30 early pricing by Nov. 30: $35 after
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
JANUARY 11: Detox and Flow with Therese
Join Therese for a 90-minute detox class! This power vinyasa flow will help you cleanse your body and clear your mind as you kick-start 2025.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 11
Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm
Cost: $25 by Dec. 21, $30 after.
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Begins January 17, 2025: Teacher Training - Pittsburgh - 200 Hour
This Teacher Training provides you with both a framework for teaching power vinyasa yoga, and the freedom to explore deep within. For more than 20 years, Amazing Yoga has dedicated itself to supporting over 2,000 students along their paths to becoming yoga teachers. Whether you are looking to deepen your own practice or teach professionally, our Yoga Teacher Training Programs have been created to support people in pursuing their passion of teaching yoga, changing their lives and changing the world.
Feb. 8: Reiki 1 Training - Pittsburgh
Reiki Level 1
Begin the journey.
Tap into Universal Life Force Energy Reiki. This gentle healing modality can support profound healing results, balance the energetic body, and promote harmony on all levels and can be used to heal yourself, others, animals, plants and the Earth.
Reiki 1 training is open to anyone with the sincere desire to bring this healing modality into their life, whether it is for personal growth and wellness, or to assist loved ones.
Students will go home with the ability to perform self-treatments and full table sessions for others.
No prior healing arts training is required.
Investment: $222
When: Feb. 8th 2:00-7:00
Class size limited. This will fill up.
Students will:
Learn History of Reiki
Learn Reiki Principles which bring peace in everyday life
Receive Level 1 Placement
Learn healing positions for the self and others
Practice giving a Reiki treatment with hand positions
Learning Grounding and clearing techniques
Develop greater awareness of the energy of their own bodies
Learn how Reiki can calm the body and mind
Learn about ways to incorporate Reiki with other healing arts
Receive a Certificate for Reiki I
ABOUT KAREN
Karen has been teaching yoga and leading international trainings and retreats for the past 20 years. She is a trained Reiki Master in both Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki and Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki®. She combines multiple healing modalities including: yoga, breathing exercises, affirmations and more. These works create unique opportunities to show you the magic within you to bring forth the healing and love that will alchemize within your body, mind, and soul.
Cancelation Policy:
No refunds for canceling within 14 days of the training. Cancellations before 14 days are assessed a $30 processing fee.
Still have questions?
March 16: Reiki 2 Training - Pittsburgh
Reiki Level 2
Expand the journey.
If you’re a Reiki I practitioner who is ready to expand your skill set, this class is for you!
In this level 2 Reiki class you will learn symbols that allow you to focus the energies on a particular part of the body, address mental and emotional issues and SEND Reiki over a distance! In addition, you’ll learn how to use Reiki to improve relationships, heal past trauma and wounds, and even how to send it into the future!
Investment: $222
When: March 1st 2:00-7:00
Class size limited. This will fill up.
About Karen:
Karen has been teaching yoga and leading international trainings and retreats for the past 20 years. She is a trained Reiki Master in both Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki and Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki®. She combines multiple healing modalities including: yoga, breathing exercises, affirmations and more. These works create unique opportunities to show you the magic within you to bring forth the healing and love that will alchemize within your body, mind, and soul.
Cancelation Policy:
No refunds for canceling within 14 days of the training. Cancellations before 14 days are assessed a $30 processing fee.
Still have questions?
March 8-13, 2025: Costa Rica Retreat
This retreat is a unique blend of yoga, meditation, delicious organic and locally grown food, excursions to waterfalls, massages, reading, dreaming, interesting and enlightening conversation. And most of all, an opportunity to hang out with like-minded people, take some time to breathe, relax and have a good time.
Begins April 4, 2025: Level 2 Teacher Training - Pittsburgh
TAKE YOUR TEACHING TO NEW HEIGHTS
LEVEL 2 TEACHER TRAINING
Begins April 4, 2025
We want to commend you for making this type of commitment not only to yourself, but to your community and the world around you. Your first hurdle was taking the Level 1 Teacher Training. Now that you have made those teachings fully your own, you are now ready for our Level 2 Teacher Training.
You have the ability to be an inspiring teacher in your community. This training offers the opportunity to discover greatness within yourself and open doors of possibilities to share skillfully and gracefully with others. Join us and a committed group of people striving to make positive change for themselves and for others as students and teachers. This is an opportunity to take your teaching to new heights. To truly teach from your love of yoga and share your enthusiasm with your students — they will leave your classes renewed and empowered.
Expect to have an in-depth personal yoga experience at the training. The week will be a full immersion into yoga, giving you opportunities for personal growth and transformation. Each day will consist of meditation, strong asana, workshops, and group discussions. We will explore a multitude of techniques and skills to assist you in igniting your power within.
The training will provide you a platform to share with us what YOU love about teaching yoga. Through journaling and discussion, you will discover new ways of sharing your love of yoga to others. It will give you the space to flourish in your uniqueness as a person and a yoga teacher. By working within the framework of power vinyasa yoga, your individual teaching approach will evolve, spark, and inspire!
During the week, you will have multiple opportunities to teach to the entire training group. In a safe environment, you will receive constructive feedback to allow your strengths to become stronger as the week progresses. By the end of the week, your teaching will have transformed into amazing power!
GO THE EXTRA MILE. IT’S NEVER CROWDED.
We will discuss teaching daily classes and the techniques and skills that will inspire your classes to keep them fresh and alive. You will have an incredible breakthrough in your teaching as you move past limitations that have held you back in the past. As you connect with nature in this beautiful place, you’ll stretch yourself as a yoga teacher and person. Expect to ask more of yourself than you ever have before. During the week we will discuss and practice the skills and state of being necessary to teach a powerful yoga class:
Teaching from your love of yoga
Voice and Presence: being authentic, and joyful
Inspiring your students
Connecting and sharing
Being fully present and showing up for your students
Assisting with confidence
Teaching to different levels to empower everyone
Teaching Pranayama in an accessible way
Advanced Sequencing: integrating new poses
Alignment to improve your students’ practice
Giving and receiving feedback: learn to work with your strengths and move past limitations.
If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living. As teachers, it’s our responsibility to keep growing. Get ready to create change. After this week, your yoga classes will never be the same!
TEACHER TRAINING INSTRUCTORS
Karen Conley
Wanting to share the transforming powers of yoga that she discovered, Karen opened the first power yoga studio in Pittsburgh, Amazing Yoga Her challenging, yet playful classes blend alignment, music, inspiration and heart. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Karen's mission is guiding others towards their passion, purpose and powerful presence in life.
She has shared her love of yoga with lawyers, Hollywood actors, doctors, and people from all walks of life. She has worked with professional sports teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Penguins. Karen leads international teacher trainings and retreats and has recently given a Ted Talk about overcoming challenges, taking risks and pursuing dreams.
Karen is the author of the Amazon Best Seller Amazing Yoga (Autumn House Press, 2010) and lives in Pittsburgh with Sean and their four children.
Sean Conley
Sean has practiced various styles of yoga for 25 years and has been an instructor for almost 20 years. He has explored the physical forms of yoga as well as the philosophical and spiritual origins of yoga.
Sean spent four years in The National Football League. His career was cut short due to injuries from overtraining his body. His injuries helped him stumble into discovering yoga as a way to heal the body and mind.
Sean combines upbeat, inspirational music with a relaxed, easy spirituality that makes his yoga classes at Amazing Yoga a fun and motivational experience. He is honored and grateful to have the opportunity to share his love of yoga and experience with others.
Yahoo named Sean’s online classes and podcasts the top rated. Sean’s Retreats, Teacher Trainings, and Workshops are focused on helping people feel blissed out after challenging and upbeat sessions. Sean is the author of the book The Point After: How One Resilient Kicker Learned There was More to Life than the NFL and Amazing Yoga.
SCHEDULE:
April 4-6: Friday 530-9, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 1045-430
April 25-27: Friday 530-9, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 1045-430
Includes practices, teachings, activities, discussions and breaks. Note: Self-paced assignments will be required that will need to be completed online. Videos are not downloadable but you will have access to the videos for one year.
TUITION:
$995 Sign up by Dec. 31, 2024. $1195 sign up by Jan. 31. $1295 after.
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
COMING IN FROM OUT OF TOWN?
Nearby hotels are Hyatt House, Courtyard by Marriott, The Inn on Negley, and there are plenty of Airbnb options.
PLEASE NOTE
The $300 deposit (applied towards tuition) is non-refundable and non-transferable. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the beginning of the training.
No refunds for canceling within 30 days of the training.
Students will receive a confirmation email confirming your acceptance and payment.
Amazing Yoga reserves the right to amend this policy at its sole discretion.
QUESTIONS?
Goddess Retreat - 2025
AMAZING YOGA INVITES YOU TO THE SACRED VALLEY, PERU
May 31 - June 7, 2025
Join Karen for adventure and well-being at an eco-friendly luxury wellness retreat located in the Sacred Valley near the world heritage site of Machu Picchu and the Incan capital of Cusco.
This area is one of the most energetically-charged places on Earth, making it the perfect place to unplug and restore your mind, body, and spirit.
Through exploration of the bright, colorful culture of the Peruvian people as well as the beautiful display of nature (Machu Picchu is one of the Seven Wonders of the World), you will reconnect with Pachamama (Mother Earth) and discover optimal, holistic health.
You will cleanse and nourish your body with organic, vegetarian, farm-to-table cuisine and explore ancient ceremonial practices with a traditional Andean healer and hike among the stunning secrets of the Incan world.
ALL excursions are included!
ABOUT KAREN:
Wanting to share the transforming powers of yoga that she discovered, Karen opened the first power yoga studio in Pittsburgh, Amazing Yoga Her challenging, yet playful classes blend alignment, music, inspiration and heart. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Karen's mission is guiding others towards their passion, purpose and powerful presence in life. She has shared her love of yoga with lawyers, Hollywood actors, doctors, and people from all walks of life.
She has worked with professional sports teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Penguins. Karen leads international teacher trainings and retreats and has recently given a Ted Talk about overcoming challenges, taking risks and pursuing dreams. Karen is the author of the Amazon Best Seller Amazing Yoga (Autumn House Press, 2010) and lives in Pittsburgh with Sean and their four children. Her 3 daughters have inspired her quest to gather women together and curate the GODDESS experience.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
1 night lodging in Cusco
6 nights luxury lodging at Willka T’ika
1 day trip to Machu Picchu
First class buses and tourist train for excursions
Daily yoga (2 times daily when excursion schedule allows) and meditation
Organic gourmet meals daily when at Willka T’ika
Guided tour of the Seven Chakra Gardens
Authentic Andean despacho offering and fire ceremony with Q’ero Pakko healer
Visit to an Andean Mountain School
Hiking the P’isaq ruins, ceremony, and shopping in the famous market
Visit to Urubamba’s authentic market, Seminario Pottery Studio, and alpaca factory
Transportation from the Cusco Airport on the first day of the retreat for all guests when they arrive (recommended to arrive by 11am)
One group transfer to the airport on departure day, timed with the majority of departing flights. Ideal departures are between 2-5pm.
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare
Optional excursions (not listed above) and spa treatments
Meals while traveling & on excursions
Gratuity
Travel insurance (mandatory) (We will assist with this. You will receive instructions in your confirmation email)
Transport for arrivals/departures outside the arrival/departure days and time windows (taxi to/from airport at other times is $60-$90 for up to 4 people)
RATES:
Pricing is per person - this is longer than most AY retreats, the bulk of the rate is in the travel throughout, the personal, guided experiences, the responsibly arranged, offered, and compensated ceremonies and offerings, etc. We’ll assign you a roommate unless you come with a friend.
$3150 - SHARED GARDEN
$3350 - SHARED LUXURY
$4050 - SINGLE GARDEN
$4250 - SINGLE LUXURY
TRAVEL LOGISTICS:
Arrive at Cusco Airport(CUZ) on the first day of the retreat (Saturday, May 31) *Recommended to arrive by 11am.
Schedule your departure out of CUZ for the last day of the retreat (Saturday, June 7) *Ideal departures are between 2-5pm.
DEPOSIT:
Reserve your spot with a $500, non-refundable/non-transferable deposit. The remainder of your payment will be due Feb. 1, 2025.
QUESTIONS?
September 13-19, 2025: Dolomites
AMAZING YOGA INVITES YOU TO the Dolomites - Italy
September 13-19, 2025
Join Karen and Sean for the adventure of a lifetime, into the South Tyrol Dolomite mountain region of northeastern Italy.
The Dolomites (a UNESCO site) are famous for their unique skyward spires, extraordinary hiking trails, alpine meadows, pristine lakes, cycling and incredible cuisine.
The fusion of Italian and Austrian culture creates a decadent environment for self care, adventure and luxury.
Our home for the week in the Dolomites:
Family-run, 4-star luxury hotel that includes one of the best views in the Dolomites. A fairy-tale lodge with a genuine Ladin atmosphere. The resort provides beautiful and comfortable rooms surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes. Wellness facilities, gardens, terraces and a covered pool and outdoor pool ensure you a magical stay in the Dolomites. Countless epic hiking trails begin at or near the hotel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
6 nights at a 4-star luxury hotel in the Dolomites.
Daily breakfast
2 dinners
Daily yoga classes
Use of the spa facilities, indoor & outdoor pool, gym, different saunas, relax area….
Shuttle service into village for dinner, shopping, exploring, etc.
1 guided hike (other activities are not included)
EXCLUSIONS:
Air Travel
Airport Transfers to/from hotel
Excursions - 1 guided hike is included. Other activities are not included.
Travel Insurance - While we recommend insuring your trip with travel insurance, it is not included in the retreat cost.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (Not Included):
The Dolomites are a playground with endless opportunities to explore its beauty. During the week, you will have various activities and excursions that you can choose from including:
Trip to Lago di Braies
Guided hikes
E-bike tour
Cooking class
Wine tasting.
TRAVEL LOGISTICS:
Air: Arrive/Depart Venice (VCE) Airport. The resort will arrange for your transportation to and from the lodge.
PRICING(PER PERSON):
DOUBLE ROOM: $2995 per person. We’ll assign you a roommate unless you come with a friend.
SINGLE ROOM: $3595 per person.
Reserve your spot with a $750, non-refundable deposit. The remainder of your payment will be due 90 days before the start of the retreat.
A 2.9% fee will be added to the deposit for credit card processing. The fee can be avoided by using ACH bank transfer at check-out or paying via cash, check, or Venmo.
sOLD OUT. contact us For waitList.
email: sean@amazingyoga.net
FALL 2025: Yin Yoga Teacher Training - Pittsburgh
YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
Yin Yoga Weekend Teacher Training: Fall 2025 - Dates announced soon!
with Sean Conley
This training focuses on the foundations of Yin Yoga. We will prioritize the body-mind-spirit connection and the cultivation of a calmer state of being through this deeply nourishing practice. You will receive a 15 hr. Yin Yoga Certificate upon completion.
You will learn the basics of yin yoga to craft safe and effective classes for yourself or for others. Yin Yoga focuses on the deepest tissues of our bodies–our bones, ligaments and joints. It encourages us to go deep within our bodies and minds to access a place of inner stillness and peace.
In this training you will learn:
Yin Yoga history and philosophy
The Yin Yoga Postures
Modifications, assists, and props for asanas
Understanding varying body types/limitations in this practice
Physical, energetic and mental benefits of the practice
Yin Yoga class building and sequences (sequencing, timing, music, theme)
SCHEDULE
Saturday 12:15pm - 5:45pm
Sunday, 12:15pm - 5:45pm
COST
$350. Space is limited.
No refunds within 30 days of training start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the training.
LOCATION
Amazing Yoga - Shadyside: 730 Copeland St. Pittsburgh, PA 15232
questions?
Ongoing: Online Teacher Training
This Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training provides you with both a framework for teaching power vinyasa yoga, and the freedom to explore deep within. For more than 20 years, Amazing Yoga has dedicated itself to supporting over 1,500 students along their paths to becoming yoga teachers. Whether you are looking to deepen your own practice or teach professionally, our Yoga Teacher Training Programs have been created to support people in pursuing their passion of teaching yoga, changing their lives and changing the world.
November 15: Full moon Women’s Circle
Calling all women who are ready to step deeper into their brilliance and power and make an impact on the world. A women’s circle is a safe and sacred space for women to come together in a supportive and positive environment to be heard and seen.
Women throughout history have gathered in circles to empower each other and share. The beautiful thing about rituals, especially those related to the moon, is that they invite you to get quiet.
Full moons are nourishing. When the moon is full, its’ strong gravitational pull on the Earth makes for a time of peak creative energy and powerful intuitive breakthroughs. We will take time to reflect on what the full moon brings up for you.
What to bring to the circle:
Notepad and pen
A precious item to place in the center(choose something that has sentimental value you). Crystals always welcome
Date: Friday, Nov. 15
Time: 7:00pm-8:15pm
Cost: $25
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date.No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
GLOWGA with Tillie and Maggie
Join Tillie and Maggie for a night of flowing and glowing to an energetic pop playlist.
We provide the glow paint, glow jewelry, UV Black lights, and awesome music! Just wear glow reactive clothes (white or neon) and bring friends and smiles!
Date: November 8th
Time: 7:30-8:30 PM
Cost: $25 register by Oct. 26. $30 after.
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
November 2 : Flight School - Intro to Arm Balances & Inversions with Lisa
An all levels workshop for those new to arm balances and inversions and for students who already take flight but are looking to grow. Lisa will guide students through the foundations of headstand, forearm stand, and handstand, as well as arm balances like crow, side crow, koundinyasana and more. She’ll also explore transitions and ways to incorporate these postures into a daily yoga practice.
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 2pm-4pm
Cost: $30 register by Oct. 19. $35 after.
Space is limited for this workshop.
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Goddess Retreat - 2024
AMAZING YOGA INVITES YOU TO THE SACRED VALLEY, PERU
OCTOBER 26 - NOVEMBER 2, 2024
Join Karen for adventure and well-being at an eco-friendly luxury wellness retreat located in the Sacred Valley near the world heritage site of Machu Picchu and the Incan capital of Cusco.
This area is one of the most energetically-charged places on Earth, making it the perfect place to unplug and restore your mind, body, and spirit.
Through exploration of the bright, colorful culture of the Peruvian people as well as the beautiful display of nature (Machu Picchu is one of the Seven Wonders of the World), you will reconnect with Pachamama (Mother Earth) and discover optimal, holistic health.
You will cleanse and nourish your body with organic, vegetarian, farm-to-table cuisine and explore ancient ceremonial practices with a traditional Andean healer and hike among the stunning secrets of the Incan world.
ALL excursions are included!
ABOUT KAREN:
Wanting to share the transforming powers of yoga that she discovered, Karen opened the first power yoga studio in Pittsburgh, Amazing Yoga Her challenging, yet playful classes blend alignment, music, inspiration and heart. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Karen's mission is guiding others towards their passion, purpose and powerful presence in life. She has shared her love of yoga with lawyers, Hollywood actors, doctors, and people from all walks of life.
She has worked with professional sports teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Penguins. Karen leads international teacher trainings and retreats and has recently given a Ted Talk about overcoming challenges, taking risks and pursuing dreams. Karen is the author of the Amazon Best Seller Amazing Yoga (Autumn House Press, 2010) and lives in Pittsburgh with Sean and their four children. Her 3 daughters have inspired her quest to gather women together and curate the GODDESS experience.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
1 night lodging in Cusco
6 nights luxury lodging at Willka T’ika
1 day trip to Machu Picchu
First class buses and tourist train for excursions
Daily yoga (2 times daily when excursion schedule allows) and meditation
Organic gourmet meals daily when at Willka T’ika
Guided tour of the Seven Chakra Gardens
Authentic Andean despacho offering and fire ceremony with Q’ero Pakko healer
Visit to an Andean Mountain School
Hiking the P’isaq ruins, ceremony, and shopping in the famous market
Visit to Urubamba’s authentic market, Seminario Pottery Studio, and alpaca factory
Transportation from the Cusco Airport on the first day of the retreat for all guests when they arrive (recommended to arrive by 11am)
One group transfer to the airport on departure day, timed with the majority of departing flights. Ideal departures are between 2-5pm.
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare
Optional excursions (not listed above) and spa treatments
Meals while traveling & on excursions
Gratuity
Travel insurance (mandatory) (We will assist with this. You will receive instructions in your confirmation email)
Transport for arrivals/departures outside the arrival/departure days and time windows (taxi to/from airport at other times is $60-$90 for up to 4 people)
RATES:
Pricing is per person - this is longer than most AY retreats, the bulk of the rate is in the travel throughout, the personal, guided experiences, the responsibly arranged, offered, and compensated ceremonies and offerings, etc. We’ll assign you a roommate unless you come with a friend.
$3095 - SHARED GARDEN SOLD OUT
$3295 - SHARED LUXURY SOLD OUT
$3995 - SINGLE GARDEN SOLD OUT
$4195 - SINGLE LUXURY SOLD OUT
INTERESTED IN JOINING THE WAITING LIST?
TRAVEL LOGISTICS:
Arrive at Cusco Airport(CUZ) on the first day of the retreat (Saturday, Oct. 26) *Recommended to arrive by 11am.
Schedule your departure out of CUZ for the last day of the retreat (Saturday, Nov. 2) *Ideal departures are between 2-5pm.
DEPOSIT:
Reserve your spot with a $500, non-refundable/non-transferable deposit. The remainder of your payment will be due by August 1, 2024.
QUESTIONS?
INTERESTED IN JOINING THE WAITING LIST?
Greece Retreat in Epidavros
SEPTEMBER 21-28, 2024 - Epidavros, Greece
JOIN KAREN AND SEAN IN ANCIENT GREECE!
Breathtaking views, Greek meals, immersing into the local culture, relaxation, and of course, some yoga. A magical setting you won’t want to miss.
Location
Our home for the week epitomizes the Greek village experience, located peacefully on the sea in the port of the quaint fishing village of Ancient Epidavros. Unspoiled and away from mass tourism, our hotel sits next to a bay of morning sunrises, afternoon sail boats lazily making their way to shore and evening magenta colored sunsets which can be viewed against the backdrop of the sleeping volcano of Methana. Here you can lose yourself on a nearby beach, excavate your way through ancient ruins or explore the quaint village and its colorful inhabitants. The location provides a peaceful setting for yoga and meditation with culture and activities only a stone's throw away.
The Mangelis Family has owned and operated this quaint hotel for generations, and they have an acclaimed reputation for the finest seaside and Greek cuisine in the village. Each meal is made with fresh ingredients and is born from the Mediterranean traditions, which balance the body, mind and soul. If you happen to be interested in culture and history then monuments of world heritage are steps away.
Enjoy a beautiful blend of serenity, retreat and Greek culture that is sure to inspire and rejuvenate. With its unique blend of resources, it is the perfect location for introspective retreats or explorative and adventurous retreats.
Accommodations
The rooms are simple and clean with a Mediterranean feel. Most rooms offer a view of the sea and a balcony, and gentle waves can be heard through the open windows. Single, double and triple occupancy are available.
There will be one, two or three guests per room. We’ll assign you a roommate unless you come with a friend. You may opt for a single room for an additional price, however these are limited.
Pricing (Per-Person)
$2195 (Triple) (3 Single Beds)
$2395 (Double) (2 Single Beds)
$2695 (Single) (1 Queen Bed)
What’s Included
Twice daily yoga practices with gorgeous sea views
Excursions to an organic olive oil farm, the village of Nafplio, the island of Paros, and the island of Spetses.
Unbelievable food. Breakfast and Dinner.
Transportation to/from Athens Airport (must arrive by 3pm) or train station in Korintos.
Comfortable lodging.
Not included:
Airfare
Cash tips to hosts
Lunch during the week
Additional excursions including: The island of Hydra, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, and a boat trip to swim and hang out at an uninhabited Greek island. You can sign up and pray for these once you arrive.
Getting There
Epidavros is approximately one and a half hours from Athens International Airport. We will help you to arrange transportation to the property.
Notes
We have a private Facebook group set up to get to know each other, discuss the finer details, and make travel groups.
The $500 deposit (applied towards the retreat) is non-refundable and non-transferable. The remaining balance is due June 21, 2024.
Students will receive a confirmation email confirming your payment as well as logistical information.
Amazing Yoga reserves the right to amend this policy at its sole discretion.
DEPOSIT
Reserve your spot with a $500, non-refundable deposit. The remainder of your payment will be due no later than June 21, 2024.
CANCELLATION POLICY
You may cancel and receive a refund (without your non-refundable deposit) prior to June 21, 2024.
To sign-up or Questions, please email us
AUGUST 16: Sunset Yoga at The Walled Garden with Therese
Join Therese and AY at Mellon Park in the beautiful Walled Garden.
Class will be grounding but fun, with modifications offered to accommodate everybody.
We’ll catch some breezes from the grassy hilltop as the sun sets over the historical garden.
Bring water & yoga mat and maybe a blanket and have a sunset picnic after class!
NOTE: The Walled Garden is located at the top of the hill in Mellon Park on the SOUTH side of 5th Avenue. Park in the lot off of Shady Ave or along Beechwood Blvd.
Date: Friday, August 16th
Time: 6:00pm
Cost: $15-advance/$20 day of /$10 AY Members(Monthly Auto-Renew)
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of class date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend class. Due to our permit contract with the City of Pittsburgh, no refunds or credits if class is rained out.
June 7: Chakra Energy Yoga & Crystal Healing
Explore the healing powers of crystals & energy stones with Karen
Karen will help you to activate your energy centers with a dynamic Chakra Yoga Flow. Then she will guide you through a relaxing meditation and visualization, where you will be invited to explore the healing energy of crystals paired with specific chakra points of the body. These balancing practices will leave the mind and the body restored and rejuvenated.
Activate your energy centers with a dynamic Chakra Yoga Flow
Experience a restorative savasana with crystals placed on the body for deep relaxation and healing.
You will receive a crystal of your choosing to take home with you
Cost: $35
Date: Friday June 7th
Time: 6:30-8
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Restorative Yoga + Reiki with Karen
Join Karen for an evening of nourishment with yoga and energy healing. Reiki restorative yoga is a type of yoga that combines the gentle and restorative practice of yoga with the healing energy of reiki.
Space is limited to 25 students.
Date: Friday, May 24th
Time: 6:45-8pm
Location: Shadyside
Cost: $30 register by April 30, $35 after.
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Begins May 3: Level 2 Teacher Training - Pittsburgh
TAKE YOUR TEACHING TO NEW HEIGHTS
LEVEL 2 TEACHER TRAINING
Begins May 3, 2024
We want to commend you for making this type of commitment not only to yourself, but to your community and the world around you. Your first hurdle was taking the Level 1 Teacher Training. Now that you have made those teachings fully your own, you are now ready for our Level 2 Teacher Training.
You have the ability to be an inspiring teacher in your community. This training offers the opportunity to discover greatness within yourself and open doors of possibilities to share skillfully and gracefully with others. Join us and a committed group of people striving to make positive change for themselves and for others as students and teachers. This is an opportunity to take your teaching to new heights. To truly teach from your love of yoga and share your enthusiasm with your students — they will leave your classes renewed and empowered.
Expect to have an in-depth personal yoga experience at the training. The week will be a full immersion into yoga, giving you opportunities for personal growth and transformation. Each day will consist of meditation, strong asana, workshops, and group discussions. We will explore a multitude of techniques and skills to assist you in igniting your power within.
The training will provide you a platform to share with us what YOU love about teaching yoga. Through journaling and discussion, you will discover new ways of sharing your love of yoga to others. It will give you the space to flourish in your uniqueness as a person and a yoga teacher. By working within the framework of power vinyasa yoga, your individual teaching approach will evolve, spark, and inspire!
During the week, you will have multiple opportunities to teach to the entire training group. In a safe environment, you will receive constructive feedback to allow your strengths to become stronger as the week progresses. By the end of the week, your teaching will have transformed into amazing power!
GO THE EXTRA MILE. IT’S NEVER CROWDED.
We will discuss teaching daily classes and the techniques and skills that will inspire your classes to keep them fresh and alive. You will have an incredible breakthrough in your teaching as you move past limitations that have held you back in the past. As you connect with nature in this beautiful place, you’ll stretch yourself as a yoga teacher and person. Expect to ask more of yourself than you ever have before. During the week we will discuss and practice the skills and state of being necessary to teach a powerful yoga class:
Teaching from your love of yoga
Voice and Presence: being authentic, and joyful
Inspiring your students
Connecting and sharing
Being fully present and showing up for your students
Assisting with confidence
Teaching to different levels to empower everyone
Teaching Pranayama in an accessible way
Advanced Sequencing: integrating new poses
Alignment to improve your students’ practice
Giving and receiving feedback: learn to work with your strengths and move past limitations.
If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living. As teachers, it’s our responsibility to keep growing. Get ready to create change. After this week, your yoga classes will never be the same!
TEACHER TRAINING INSTRUCTORS
Karen Conley
Wanting to share the transforming powers of yoga that she discovered, Karen opened the first power yoga studio in Pittsburgh, Amazing Yoga Her challenging, yet playful classes blend alignment, music, inspiration and heart. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Karen's mission is guiding others towards their passion, purpose and powerful presence in life.
She has shared her love of yoga with lawyers, Hollywood actors, doctors, and people from all walks of life. She has worked with professional sports teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Penguins. Karen leads international teacher trainings and retreats and has recently given a Ted Talk about overcoming challenges, taking risks and pursuing dreams.
Karen is the author of the Amazon Best Seller Amazing Yoga (Autumn House Press, 2010) and lives in Pittsburgh with Sean and their four children.
Sean Conley
Sean has practiced various styles of yoga for 25 years and has been an instructor for almost 20 years. He has explored the physical forms of yoga as well as the philosophical and spiritual origins of yoga.
Sean spent four years in The National Football League. His career was cut short due to injuries from overtraining his body. His injuries helped him stumble into discovering yoga as a way to heal the body and mind.
Sean combines upbeat, inspirational music with a relaxed, easy spirituality that makes his yoga classes at Amazing Yoga a fun and motivational experience. He is honored and grateful to have the opportunity to share his love of yoga and experience with others.
Yahoo named Sean’s online classes and podcasts the top rated. Sean’s Retreats, Teacher Trainings, and Workshops are focused on helping people feel blissed out after challenging and upbeat sessions. Sean is the author of the book The Point After: How One Resilient Kicker Learned There was More to Life than the NFL and Amazing Yoga.
SCHEDULE:
May 3-5: Friday 530-9, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-7
May 17-19: Friday 530-9, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-7
Includes practices, teachings, activities, discussions and breaks. Note: Self-paced assignments will be required that will need to be completed online. Videos are not downloadable but you will have access to the videos for one year.
TUITION:
$1499
$100 OFF for Check, Venmo, or Cash and must be Paid in Full
Includes teaching sessions, Teacher Manual, 1 full year to AY Online.
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
COMING IN FROM OUT OF TOWN?
Nearby hotels are Hyatt House, Courtyard by Marriott, The Inn on Negley, and there are plenty of Airbnb options.
PLEASE NOTE
The $300 deposit (applied towards tuition) is non-refundable and non-transferable. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the beginning of the training.
No refunds for canceling within 30 days of the training.
Students will receive a confirmation email confirming your acceptance and payment.
Amazing Yoga reserves the right to amend this policy at its sole discretion.
QUESTIONS?
Begins March 22, 2024: Teacher Training - Pittsburgh - 200 Hour
This Teacher Training provides you with both a framework for teaching power vinyasa yoga, and the freedom to explore deep within. For more than 20 years, Amazing Yoga has dedicated itself to supporting over 2,000 students along their paths to becoming yoga teachers. Whether you are looking to deepen your own practice or teach professionally, our Yoga Teacher Training Programs have been created to support people in pursuing their passion of teaching yoga, changing their lives and changing the world.
Feb. 1-21: AY 21 Days
AY 21 Day Challenge
#AY21Days
Feb. 1 - 21
Join us for this fun-filled challenge. It’s an amazing opportunity to tone your body, calm your mind, and open your heart while connecting with other supportive and fun loving students.
1. Register online. Free to join program. Use your current membership/package or purchase one here.
2. Everyone who completes the challenge will be entered into a drawing for class passes and other prizes.
3. Practice with us in-studio and/or on AY Online.
4. For more prize consideration, post images of your home practice on Instagram and tag @amazingyoga
Cost: Free to join program. Use your current membership/package or purchase one here.
JANUARY 12: New Year Intention Flow with Erin
We will practice an energetic Yang flow balanced with long slow deep yin postures, closing the night with an intention setting ritual. You will leave feeling energized to start the New year.
Date: Friday, January 12th
Time: 6:30pm-8pm
Cost: $25
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Tuscany Retreat
We are returning to Italy. This time, to a new location in Tuscany!
Breathtaking views, Italian meals, immersing into the local culture, relaxation, and of course, some yoga. A magical setting you won’t want to miss.
May 6: Reiki 1 Training - Pittsburgh
Reiki Level 1
Begin the journey.
Tap into Universal Life Force Energy Reiki. This gentle healing modality can support profound healing results, balance the energetic body, and promote harmony on all levels and can be used to heal yourself, others, animals, plants and the Earth.
Reiki 1 training is open to anyone with the sincere desire to bring this healing modality into their life, whether it is for personal growth and wellness, or to assist loved ones.
Students will go home with the ability to perform self-treatments and full table sessions for others.
No prior healing arts training is required.
Investment: $222
When: May 6th 1:00-6:00
Class size limited. This will fill up.
Students will:
Learn History of Reiki
Learn Reiki Principles which bring peace in everyday life
Receive Level 1 Placement
Learn healing positions for the self and others
Practice giving a Reiki treatment with hand positions
Learning Grounding and clearing techniques
Develop greater awareness of the energy of their own bodies
Learn how Reiki can calm the body and mind
Learn about ways to incorporate Reiki with other healing arts
Receive a Certificate for Reiki I
ABOUT KAREN
Karen has been teaching yoga and leading international trainings and retreats for the past 20 years. She is a trained Reiki Master in both Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki and Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki®. She combines multiple healing modalities including: yoga, breathing exercises, affirmations and more. These works create unique opportunities to show you the magic within you to bring forth the healing and love that will alchemize within your body, mind, and soul.
Still have questions?
April 22-27: Costa Rica Retreat
This retreat is a unique blend of yoga, meditation, delicious organic and locally grown food, excursions to waterfalls, massages, reading, dreaming, interesting and enlightening conversation. And most of all, an opportunity to hang out with like-minded people, take some time to breathe, relax and have a good time.
Begins March 22, 2024: Teacher Training - Pittsburgh
This Yoga Teacher Training provides you with both a framework for teaching power vinyasa yoga, and the freedom to explore deep within. For more than 20 years, Amazing Yoga has dedicated itself to supporting over 2,000 students along their paths to becoming yoga teachers. Whether you are looking to deepen your own practice or teach professionally, our Yoga Teacher Training Programs have been created to support people in pursuing their passion of teaching yoga, changing their lives and changing the world.
March 3: Relax and Renew with Erin
This class will focus on long, slow, deep stretching, for a relaxing and energizing start to the weekend. We will warm up with slow vinyasa movement and transition into longer holds to increase flexibility and blood flow and enjoy the vibe of slowing down. You will leave feeling recharged, and restored.
Cost: Use your AY Class Package or Drop-in
April 20: Virtual New Moon and Reiki Meditation with Karen
When: Thursday April 20th 7:30pm
Come join us in creating a comfortable space to celebrate and honor the New Moon. Nourish yourself in the quiet, darkness of the New Moon while relaxing deeply for a distance group reiki session. It will be a magical and high vibrational evening of breathwork, reiki, journaling and community building.
We will be setting intentions, releasing limiting beliefs and negative self talk that keep us from reaching our potential and discovering our purpose. Relax into a gentle guided meditation where we hold the vibration for you to receive an immersive infusion of Reiki energy.
What to expect: A guided meditation. No experience necessary, just an open mind. Time for personal journaling.
Cost: A donation from the heart and you can Venmo @amazingyoga
April 16: Candlelight Yin Yoga with Sean
Our non-heated Yin classes are a perfect complement to our more active Power Yoga classes.
Unwind and renew by candlelight, restore and open the body by use of bolsters, blocks, straps to help bring ease and rest.
Restorative postures will be supported and held for longer periods of time allowing you to ease into an idyllic state.
Allow your physical body a break as you open your mind, joints, and walk away in bliss.
Cost: Use your AY class package or drop-in.
Feb 4: Reiki 1 Training - Pittsburgh
Reiki Level 1
Begin the journey.
THIS TRAINING IS FULL
Tap into Universal Life Force Energy Reiki. This gentle healing modality can support profound healing results, balance the energetic body, and promote harmony on all levels and can be used to heal yourself, others, animals, plants and the Earth.
Reiki 1 training is open to anyone with the sincere desire to bring this healing modality into their life, whether it is for personal growth and wellness, or to assist loved ones.
Students will go home with the ability to perform self-treatments and full table sessions for others.
No prior healing arts training is required.
Investment: $222
When: Feb 4th 1:00-6:00
Class size limited to 6
Students will:
Learn some History of Reiki
Learn Reiki Principles which bring peace in everyday life
Receive Level 1 Placement
Learn healing positions for the self and others
Practice giving a Reiki treatment with hand positions
Learning Grounding and clearing techniques
Develop greater awareness of the energy of their own bodies
Learn how Reiki can calm the body and mind
Learn about ways to incorporate Reiki with other healing arts
Receive a Certificate for Reiki I
ABOUT KAREN
Karen has been teaching yoga and leading international trainings and retreats for the past 20 years. She is a trained Reiki Master in both Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki and Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki®. She combines multiple healing modalities including: yoga, breathing exercises, affirmations and more. These works create unique opportunities to show you the magic within you to bring forth the healing and love that will alchemize within your body, mind, and soul.
Still have questions?
Jan. 20: Virtual New Moon and Reiki Meditation with Karen
When: Fri. Jan. 20th 6:30pm
Come join us in creating a comfortable space to celebrate and honor the first New Moon of 2023. Nourish yourself in the quiet, darkness of the New Moon while relaxing deeply for a distance group reiki session. It will be a magical and high vibrational evening of breathwork, reiki, journaling and community building.
We will be setting intentions, releasing limiting beliefs and negative self talk that keep us from reaching our potential and discovering our purpose. Relax into a gentle guided meditation where we hold the vibration for you to receive an immersive infusion of Reiki energy.
Never been to a moon circle or received Reiki?
Have no fear this is the warmest, most welcoming group of beautiful people.
Here is what to expect:
A guided meditation. No experience necessary, just an open mind. Time for personal journaling.
Cost: A donation from the heart and you can Venmo @amazingyoga
See you under the New Moon,
Karen
Jan. 13: Sound Bath + Yin + Reiki with Sean and Karen
Experience a retreat from the busyness as you immerse in soothing sound, relaxing yin poses, and healing reiki.
As healing sounds wash over you, we will hold poses between 3-5 minutes which helps soften tight muscles and opens up your body and mind. Class will also include reiki with Karen.
Some of the many benefits of sound meditation include: improved sleep; a deep sense of tranquility; reduction of stress and anxiety, and relief from depression and emotional pain.
Date: Friday, Jan. 13
Time: 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Cost: $25 early pricing by Jan. 6: $30 after
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Virtual Full Moon and Reiki Meditation with Karen
When: Wed. Dec. 7th 8:30pm
Come join us in creating a comfortable space to celebrate and honor the last Full Moon of 2022. Nourish yourself in the light of the full moon while relaxing deeply for a distance group reiki session. It will be a magical and high vibrational evening of breathwork, reiki, journaling and community building.
We will be setting intentions, releasing limiting beliefs and negative self talk that keep us from reaching our potential and discovering our purpose. Relax into a gentle guided meditation where we hold the vibration for you to receive an immersive infusion of Reiki energy.
Never been to a moon circle or received Reiki?
Have no fear this is the warmest, most welcoming group of beautiful people.
What to expect:
A guided meditation. No experience necessary, just an open mind. Time for personal journaling.
Cost: A donation from the heart. Venmo @amazingyoga
See you under the Full Moon,
Karen
Questions: E-mail karen@amazingyoga.net
Dec. 2: Sound Bath + Yin + Reiki with Sean & Karen
Experience a retreat from the busyness as you immerse in soothing sound, relaxing yin poses, and healing reiki.
As healing sounds wash over you, we will hold poses between 3-5 minutes which helps soften tight muscles and opens up your body and mind. Class will also include reiki with Karen.
Some of the many benefits of sound meditation include: improved sleep; a deep sense of tranquility; reduction of stress and anxiety, and relief from depression and emotional pain.
Date: Friday, Dec. 2
Time: 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Cost: $25 early pricing by Nov. 21: $30 after
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
Tulum Goddess Retreat with Karen
Join us in paradise where you will escape the demands of daily life to a place of serenity and awe-inspiring beauty. Here, you will have the opportunity to recharge, practice yoga, eat mindfully, and walk the beach and swim in the warm waters of the Caribbean.
You will be welcomed into a sensual ambiance of exotic beauty, nature, and intoxicating views. Your palapa hideaway lets you reconnect with yourself as you go barefoot in the sand, swim in the sea, sleep under chic thatched-roof cabanas, and experience world-class fresh meals.
Sound Bath and Yin Yoga with Sean
WAITLIST ONLY
Experience a 75-minute retreat from the busyness as you immerse in soothing sound and relaxing yin poses.
As healing sounds wash over you, we will hold poses between 3-5 minutes which helps soften tight muscles and opens up your body and mind.
Some of the many benefits of sound meditation include: improved sleep; a deep sense of tranquility; reduction of stress and anxiety, and relief from depression and emotional pain.
Date: Friday, November 4th
Time: 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Cost: $25 early pricing by Oct. 26th; $30 after
No refunds, no transfers, and no credits for cancellations within 14 days of workshop start date. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the workshop.
New Moon Yin & Cacao Ceremony
Cacao, known as the "food of the gods" is a powerful heart opening plant medicine that activates the heart's truest intentions and desires. During the ceremony, we will sip on delicious cacao while creating, setting, and infusing our New Moon Intentions within the cacao. We will begin with a restorative YIN YOGA practice as a way to release any stagnant or blocked energies within our heart space and connect even deeper with the desires we hold in our hearts.
Cost: $30
Virtual Full Moon and Reiki Meditation
Come join us on Zoom in creating a comfortable space to celebrate and honor the Full Pink Moon in the sign of Aquarius. Nourish yourself in the light of the full moon while relaxing deeply for a distance group reiki session. It will be a magical and high vibrational evening of breathwork, reiki, journaling and community building.
We will be setting intentions, releasing limiting beliefs and negative self talk that keep us from reaching our potential and discovering our purpose. Relax into a gentle guided meditation where we hold the vibration for you to receive an immersive infusion of Reiki energy.
Never been to a moon circle or received Reiki?
Have no fear this is the warmest, most welcoming group of beautiful people.
Here is what to expect:
A guided meditation. No experience necessary, just an open mind. Time for personal journaling.
Cost: $20 paid via Venmo @amazingyoga or paypal
Zoom Link: E-mail karen@amazingyoga.net
Women in Pop: Detox Party Flow with Summer
Join Summer for an upbeat and powerful flow set to the music by iconic women in pop. This class is the perfect combination of fun and toning with sculpting and detoxifying poses. Get ready to move, breathe and have some fun with all your favorite women in pop!
Cost: $25. Register by Oct. 15th. $30 after.
Time: 4:30-5:45pm