Reviews From Our Graduates
“The Foundry hosts the best teacher training program you could ever ask for. The attention to detail, planning, constant ongoing support, experience, wisdom, energy, life long relationships, and much much more are nothing short of amazing. It truly is hard to put into words. The benefits from teacher training go way beyond the hot room. From looking at where I started to now is unbelievable. The self development that I have made in just 3 months is unbelievable.”
— Brandon
“During teacher training, I pushed myself and did things that made me proud of not just my body, but my mind. I found a space to give myself grace and space to heal old hurts and grow new pathways and strength for myself. All this while connecting with others who were ready to be open and vulnerable with each other. I have made new friendships that are sure to be long lasting and cultivated practices that have changed my worldview and will continue to help me continue growing into a better practitioner, leader, and teacher.
I cannot recommend The Foundry Teacher Training enough. If it's even something you're just thinking about, take the leap and make the investment in yourself. It's something you'll never regret.”
— Ashley
“For anyone who is thinking about teacher training with the Foundry and still on the fence… Take the leap and make it happen!! You will gain the skills, knowledge, education, understanding and confidence to become an amazing teacher. The leadership will support and guide you to bring out your best and shine! If you have a passion to help others let The Foundry be your platform to make your dream a reality”
— Nicole w
“This training was placed together in a way that allowed us to learn at our own pace, as we were simultaneously supported with understanding, love, and compassion through all of the steps. The yoga anatomy course and zoom classes allowed us to learn at our own pace, while allowing us taking care of the tasks in our personal lives.
The knowledge, wisdom, and experience that Nicole, Niki, Heidi Jo, Julie, Cintra, and Todd brought forth was incredible. With their expertise, we practiced an array of daily meditations and prayers, education on our bikram yoga linage, Pilates history, detailed posture clinics, education on how to tailor and adapt our classes to provide a positive experience to any student, as well as daily thought provoking lectures/discussions/conversations that stimulated our own personal growth and development, in a loving, trusting, and safe space that facilitated massive transformational healing for all of us.
When you think of the quotes “Love is all we need” or “Love always wins” this is what I was blessed with experiencing during this last 3 months. LOVE was not something that was theoretically spoken about, but it was an ACTION that you were able to witness, feel, receive, and opening give back.
Words can express how grateful I am to have been apart of this training, to be able to be surrounding by your loving energy, light and wisdom, and I’m so blessed to have you all in my life, as my family.”
— Rachel
“It’s hard to find the words to describe how incredible Teacher Training was for me. It was a healing experience that taught me so much about myself while connecting with others who were searching for a similar experience. We laughed, cried, danced, sweated it out and practiced a ton of dialogue. It was incredible. I have so much gratitude towards The Foundry for making it such an amazing, unforgettable experience.”
— Lacy
“The whole training was so well put together! The foundation established will serve as a launch pad for me and many of the others, I’m sure. The overall training, expertise and enthusiasm of the faculty and materials provided were comprehensive. The faculty was sincere, professional and encouraging. I truly loved being surrounded by so many like minded people!”
— Lindsey
“As a result of the Foundry's Teacher Training program, I am no longer the same person I was three months ago. For a long time I lived amongst the status quo. I had a job that I loved, an amazing family, and made time for myself to workout. So, although my status quo was desirable, I had not pushed myself beyond my comfort zone for many years. This teacher training was quite honestly the most challenging thing that I have ever voluntarily committed to. I literally thought anyone could be a yoga teacher. However, what I learned is that it takes commitment and dedication to successfully complete this program. There was an anatomy component, several book studies, interviews, observations, posture clinics, yoga classes, and the dialogue. Oh the dialogue. At times, I thought, "What did I sign up for?"
What I got from this training far surpassed my expectations. I can look at bodies and understand the adjustments and modifications that a fellow practitioner should make. My practice has improved drastically as a result of the posture clinics that I had the opportunity to participate in. I watched my peers transform week by week, progressively gaining confidence and skill, which was quite honestly the most rewarding part. Real, meaningful connections were made with people and long lasting friendships were created. The entire experience was magical. I stepped outside of my comfort zone and I successfully completed the rigorous demands. This has truly been one of the most profound experiences that I have had in my life and although it was a challenging three months, the benefits exceeded the sacrifices that were made.”
— JaMe
“Where your fear is, there is your task.” — Carl Jung
Teacher Training creates space to step into you. I felt seen, heard, and valued, incredibly strong and intensely vulnerable, unwaveringly determined and at times uncertain. This training is your opportunity to connect with likeminded humans in profound ways. You’ve clicked onto this page for a reason, and if that reason makes your heart beat a little faster and a little stronger, then remember your soul will always pull you the direction you should go. Release the fear that determines your self-limiting beliefs and begin to see from a new perspective.
Learning to move bodies and minds, while lifting your and others’ state of being and way of living is at the heart of The Foundry. This is your opportunity to take part in the reciprocity of teaching and learning.
Live intentionally because nothing in your life will change if you change nothing in your life.”
— Audrey
“This training is something to not miss out on. If you are looking for something that will truly change your outlook on life and push your personal growth as well as deepen your practice, then this is it.”
— Natalie
“I am very pleased with the yoga teacher training I received at The Foundry Studio. The instructors have diverse and in-depth backgrounds in the particular subjects taught. The curriculum was interesting and challenging, and we left well prepared for the real-world experience of teaching. Nicole and Todd Deacon and their staff did everything possible to bring us a high quality, comprehensive training program and we truly learned from the best in the industry. I signed up for the teacher training with the desire to deepen my yoga knowledge and practice. Now I’ve taken my understanding of yoga off my mat and into the world as a proud yoga teacher. This training has enhanced my life in more ways than I’m able to state. Are you interested in being a better person and living a fulfilling, better life? Then I would highly recommend The Foundry’s YTT program to all aspiring yoga teachers. Take a chance on you, you’re worth it.”
— JoJo
“100% Satisfied! I would totally recommend any yogi to The Foundry Teacher Training that would want to take their practice to another level and become a teacher. This was the best experience I have ever had in my life and will cherish it forever! Helped me to look at life & improve my life in so many different ways! It is an experience that will stay with me for a lifetime!”
— Heidi B
“I’ve experienced so many amazing things in my life, and I can honestly say that this experience is at the top of the list. The most interesting part to me is that the “learning to teach” is only a snippet of what I walked away with. When I decided to get certified (even before choosing The Foundry’s Teacher Training) I really didn’t know why I was doing it. There was just a force inside of me telling me that it was something I needed to do... it was the direction I needed to move. People would ask and I would say, “my heart is just telling me to do it and I have no idea why.” I am so grateful I listened to my heart.
The first weekend was intense and I honestly wasn’t sure what I had gotten myself into. :) In hindsight, the growth that was achieved in 4 days is almost unrealistic. Agreements with myself and the people around me are no longer just words... they are my words, and my words are filled with integrity. The week with Cintra was life changing for me – It’s hard to explain how much I needed to hear everything that she said. I could go on for days about her and how she and her words are always present.
The love I have for you, Niki, Nicole, and all of my fellow Teacher Trainees is built off of something so real that it’s hard to explain. I work in a competitive profession where peer support is very uncommon – it was so hard for me to get out of that frame of mind and to receive the support, encouragement, and praise that I got at The Foundry’s Teacher Training. Because of all of you, I am a better person.”