Breathe Into Awareness
School of Yoga
Vidya (Sanskrit: विद्या, IAST: vidyā) – meaning science, learning, higher knowledge, and clarity. The term is used to describe both intellectual knowledge obtained through study (apara vidya) and spiritual or higher knowledge (para vidya). In the Five Kleshas, it is said that the first cause of suffering is Avidya, or ignorance, the lack of understanding of the self. The study of yoga leads to the knowledge of self.
You have to grow from the inside out. None can teach you; none can make you spiritual. There is no other teacher but your own soul. “-Swami Vivekananda
About Our Program
Breathe Into Awareness In-Depth Studies and Teacher Training Programs: Where Neuroscience and Somatic Therapy Meet the Ancient Practice of Yoga.
In a world full of action, constant change, and increasing external focus, the journey inward is no easy feat. As with any journey, there are various paths to arrive, and we all have a unique prescription required to meet our personal needs, leveling up along the way. This program includes a comprehensive approach to yoga as a lifestyle, a journey from the inside out.
Our Foundational 200-Hour program focuses on the concept of asana as Sacred Geometry, a tool aligning the essence of the pose, the purity of breath, and the ancient philosophy of the practice with today’s modern issues. Our shape is unique to our history, body story, mindfulness, and intentions for arriving on the mat. The expression of our practice is our own.
Our 300 Hour takes it deeper, expanding on the introductions of the 200 Hour. The 500-hour consists of attending both.
Whether you intend to learn more about yoga, yourself, and your practice or continue to teach and share with others, this program supports learning and growth on and off the mat.
We are Registered with Yoga Alliance and the 200 & 500 Hour Level since 2007 and are a recognized school with the International Association of Yoga Therapy since 2020
How Do I Know if This Program Is Right For Me?
- You are curious and ready to learn
- Eager to deepen your personal practice (asana, breath work, meditation)
- Excited to learn Yoga beyond the poses (philosophy, lifestyle)
- Interested in the mental/emotional benefits of yoga
- Want to know yourself better
- Desire to understand others and deepen relationships
- Feel stuck and want to move forward
- Ready to find a warm and welcoming community in which to do this work
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About Our Program
Breathe Into Awareness In-Depth Studies and Teacher Training Programs: Where Neuroscience and Somatic Therapy Meet the Ancient Practice of Yoga.
In a world full of action, constant change, and increasing external focus, the journey inward is no easy feat. As with any journey, there are various paths to arrive, and we all have a unique prescription required to meet our personal needs, leveling up along the way. This program includes a comprehensive approach to yoga as a lifestyle, a journey from the inside out.
Our Foundational 200-Hour program focuses on the concept of asana as Sacred Geometry, a tool aligning the essence of the pose, the purity of breath, and the ancient philosophy of the practice with today’s modern issues. Our shape is unique to our history, body story, mindfulness, and intentions for arriving on the mat. The expression of our practice is our own.
Our 300 Hour takes it deeper, expanding on the introductions of the 200 Hour. The 500-hour consists of attending both.
Whether you intend to learn more about yoga, yourself, and your practice or continue to teach and share with others, this program supports learning and growth on and off the mat.
We are Registered with Yoga Alliance and the 200 & 500 Hour Level since 2007 and are a recognized school with the International Association of Yoga Therapy since 2020
How Do I Know if This Program Is Right For Me?
- You are curious and ready to learn
- Eager to deepen your personal practice (asana, breath work, meditation)
- Excited to learn Yoga beyond the poses (philosophy, lifestyle)
- Interested in the mental/emotional benefits of yoga
- Want to know yourself better
- Desire to understand others and deepen relationships
- Feel stuck and want to move forward
- Ready to find a warm and welcoming community in which to do this work
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200 Hour In-Depth Studies
Join us for this 6-month program as we dive deep together. Breathe into Awareness is a member school, recognized by the International Association of Yoga Therapy since 2019 and Yoga Alliance since 2007.
When: January 24-July 13th 2025
We will meet Two Weekends Monthly, Virtually on Friday Evenings 5:30-7:30 and In Studio (Sat: 1-7pm & Sun: 10:30-4:30pm)
Where: Shala Yoga Loft, Plano
*To keep this a personal and thorough experience, Limited Spots are Available.
Topics of Study
- Emphasis on Hatha, Vinyasa Yoga, and Restorative
- Accessible Practice Anatomy & Physiology (Emphasis on Healthy Movement)
- Intro to Subtle or Energetic Anatomy
- Injury Prevention
- Support & Modification for Group Classes (Pregnancy & Common Injuries/Conditions)
- History of Yoga
- The Yoga Sutras
- Intro to Sanskrit
- Intro to Ayurveda
- Asana (Posture) Lab
- Pranayama
- Meditation
- Yoga Nidra
- Intelligent Sequencing & Class Planning
- Business of Yoga
What’s Included
Membership at Shala Yoga Loft
Our Comprehensive Training Manual
Investment:
The cumulative cost for training is $3,400. Early bird, if paid in full by January 1, $3,200. $1,250 is due a week before beginning Module 1. The remainder is due a week before Module 3. Modular Pricing is Available after a $1,250 deposit at $360 monthly. A $1,250 deposit towards your tuition holds your spot in our space-limited training.
Additional Costs:
Books for your yoga library
Q & A Session
Session 1
Sunday, November 3rd, 2024
1-2 pm
In-person at Shala Yoga Loft
Session 2
Sunday, January 5th, 2024
1-2 pm
Virtual ~ Zoom
Contact DeAnna
300 Hour In-Depth Studies
Join us for this 9-month program as we dive deep together. Breathe into Awareness is a member school, recognized by the International Association of Yoga Therapy since 2019 and Yoga Alliance since 2007.
When: October 2025 to August 2026
- Oct 10-12, 24- 26
- Nov 7-9, 21- 23
- Dec 5 -7
- Jan 3- 4, 16-18 & 30-31
- Feb 1, 13-15 & 27
- Mar 1, 13- 15, 27 -29
- Apr 10-12, 24 -26
- May 15-17, 29-31
- Jun 12-14, 26 -28
- Jul 10- 12, 24-26
- Aug 7- 9, 21-23
Where: Inspire Yoga- Highland Village
- Emphasis on Deeper Therapeutic Applications
- Anatomy & Physiology of Injuries and Conditions
- Asana, Pranayama, & Meditation for Special Populations
- Yoga for Women
- Yoga for Trauma & Addiction Recovery
- Yoga for Anxiety & Depression
- Yoga for Your Brain (Mindset)
- Yoga for Neurological Conditions (TBI, Stroke/Paralysis, MS etc.)
- Ayurveda-Yoga Chikitsa
- Philosophy-Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Hatha Yoga Pradipika
- Intro to Vedic Astrology
- Thesis Project & Workshop Development
- Emphasis on Deeper Therapeutic Applications
- Anatomy & Physiology of Injuries and Conditions
- Asana, Pranayama, & Meditation for Special Populations
- Yoga for Women
- Yoga for Trauma & Addiction Recovery
- Yoga for Anxiety & Depression
- Yoga for Your Brain (Mindset)
- Yoga for Neurological Conditions (TBI, Stroke/Paralysis, MS etc.)
- Ayurveda-Yoga Chikitsa
- Philosophy-Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Hatha Yoga Pradipika
- Intro to Vedic Astrology
- Thesis Project & Workshop Development
500 Hour In-Depth Studies
Take the deep plunge and join us on this 18-month journey with both the 200 & 300 Hour
Teachers
DeAnna Shires & Laura Coan
“Yoga is not about touching your toes; it’s about what you learn on the way down.” – Judith Hanson Lasater
DeAnna Shires, M.ed, ACC, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
(Director, Lead Teacher, Curriculum Development)
DeAnna is a neuroscience-based Wellness Coach and Yoga Therapist specializing in Vedic Counseling. Having practiced yoga since 1993 and having worked as a Special Education teacher, her love for special populations led her to develop programs for addiction recovery, as well as physical and emotional trauma. Drawing from the healing she experienced through yoga, DeAnna’s yoga and coaching programs interweave various elements for a unique approach tailored to each client’s most optimal path toward success.
Interweaving the love of learning and yoga led her to teach yoga in 2003. As a natural innovator and thrill seeker, she was moved to open Blue Anjou yoga & meditation studio in 2007, which she directed for seven years before passing the torch to another. Skilled in building curriculum, also in 2007, DeAnna began training yoga teachers through her Breathe Into Awareness and Breathe into Recovery programs. DeAnna’s former training in special education, combined with Yoga and Ayurveda studies, inspired her to specialize in working with populations with various physical and emotional challenges. In 2004, her Breathe into Recovery Program was born, offering yoga tools for addiction and trauma, serving teens and adults in residential and outpatient programs, as well as penitentiaries. In 2017, DeAnna began teaching individuals with neurological conditions, including spinal cord injuries and various neurological conditions such as MS, Parkinson’s, and Stroke Recovery. Finally, in 2020, DeAnna began studying Behavior Analysis and Behavior Change. DeAnna’s group class approach strives to create a welcoming environment, meeting each person where they are, from beginner to seasoned practitioner. Each person is encouraged to take agency over their practice, leaving them feeling prosperous and empowered.
Laura Coan, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT, Viniyoga
(Lead Teacher & Curriculum Development)
Laura Abbott Coan is a certified Yoga Therapist who loves the healing art of yoga to support REAL life. Laura attained her first 200-hour certification with Tias Little, Prajna Yoga, 2003, and her 500-hour certification studying under Gary Kraftsow, American Viniyoga. Other significant studies under Rod Stryker, Para Yoga, Arpita Shah, Om Yoga Journey for Ayurveda, and The Mindful School, mindfulness for children, have influenced her practice. In addition to her yoga studies, Laura worked in a collaborative counseling practice for 7 years, where she gained experience in collaborating with licensed professional counselors using yoga and talk therapy to support mental health, as well as creating a curriculum for psychotherapeutic yoga training. She believes this combination is a powerful way to create transformation. REAL life can be hard, and Yoga can help build resiliency nourish and support you no matter where you are. Her joyful nature brings ease and comfort to her clients, adults and children alike. Her dedication to study and practice keeps her evolving and bringing depth to her teaching. She aims to bring a truly authentic traditional approach to her teachings and to everyday life. Her focus is on breath-centric asana, pranayama, sound, and meditation. Each session is adapted to the individual to bring balance to the nervous system and a unique and transformational experience. She believes that the practice of yoga should support the student. She works with clients looking for an alternative way to heal body, mind, and heart. If you ever find yourself questioning what this is all about, she is there to walk beside you in to the depths of yourself in a safe and organized way through Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, and mindfulness. There is definitely a little magic that happens personally and as a teacher when you study with her!
Read More About Laura on her Website Here: Dragonfire Yoga