Be The Change Yoga

12/10 Yoga Sutras Class with Katie
2025-12-10 10:00 - 11:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Course Overview

Are you ready to go beyond the postures? Would you like to learn about how to improve your relationships, self-care and upgrade every aspect of your life?
If you’d like to learn more but are not ready to commit to an entire teacher training program, we invite you to join our monthly Yoga Sutras class in the Tea House with Be The Change Yoga, Co-Founder, Katie Allen MPH, C-IAYT.
Grab a cup of tea after class and join us as we dive into the wisdom of the Yoga Sutras for short 30-minute sessions to stay connected to the wisdom amidst daily life.

Course Details

Dates:

Classes meet one Wednesday per month from 10:30-11:15AM
12/10

Donation:

$20 suggested donation to our non-profit, the AlcheMe Natural Health Institute.
Pre-registration is not necessary, you can just show up in the studio.
Class is in the Tea House

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Katie Allen, MPH, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
This course is led by Katie Allen. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 300-hour Teacher Training Program and 850-hour Yoga Therapist Training. She received her Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane University and wrote her thesis on Yoga’s Ability to Prevent and Treat Chronic Diseases.
Since then, her mission is to use her public health lens as a means of advancing the field of Yoga Therapy. She develops yoga therapy program for hospitals, health systems and founded AlcheMe Yoga Therapy, a professional yoga therapy organization consisting of education, research, program implementation and job creation.

12/10 Rest & Reclaim Pop-Up Class and Info Session
2025-12-10 18:00 - 19:00
Workshop Overview

This is the time of year to slow down and nourish yourself…
As we move from the busyness of Thanksgiving into the intensity of the holiday season, giving yourself space to rest becomes more essential than ever. In a world that rarely slows down, true rest isn’t a luxury — it’s a lifeline.
That’s why we’re so excited to invite you to a special experience
This 75-minute class, led by Samantha Saldivar, offers a sanctuary of stillness designed to soothe your nervous system, release tension, and help you come home to yourself. It’s the perfect reset before the holidays — a moment to breathe, soften, and reconnect with your inner peace.
After class, Samantha will share a brief overview of her upcoming Rest & Reclaim Teacher Training for anyone feeling called to go deeper. There’s no pressure to join — this pop-up is truly for everyone, whether you’re simply craving restorative rest or exploring the next step in your yoga journey.
If you’ve been longing for quiet, healing, and deep relaxation, this class is the perfect place to begin.
This event is perfect for dedicated students, existing yoga teachers, and anyone who feels called to share the profound healing benefits of rest with their community.

Workshop Details

Pricing:

$25

Date:

Wednesday, December 10th 6:00 – 7:00 pm PST
In-Studio | Space Limited

Part 1: Rest & Reclaim Pop-Up Class (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM) Experience a full hour of supported, deep relaxation that will guide your nervous system into the parasympathetic “rest and digest” state.
This class will feature the generous use of props and a focus on the key elements of a truly restorative environment: still, quiet, dark, and warm.
Part 2: Rest & Reclaim Info Session (7:00 PM – 7:30 PM) Immediately following the class, those interested in learning more about the teacher training are invited to stay for a casual Q&A session.
Special Offer: If you enroll in the Rest & Reclaim Teacher Training on the day of the event, your $25 class fee will be credited toward your full tuition!

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Samantha Saldivar

Samantha Saldivar E-RYT® 500, YACEP®
Samantha (E-RYT® 500, YACEP®) has been teaching Yoga since 2016, she has over 1,000 hours of Yoga education, including, Relax and Renew® Level 1 and 2 Certifications with Judith Hanson Lasater. With her background in the relaxing and introspective Yoga lineages, Samantha teaches from a place of deep empathy. She believes the greatest gift we can give our students is our radical presence and compassion. In addition to teaching Restorative and Yin Yoga, Samantha is a Sacred Rest Advocate and Educator. She believes as a society we are exhausted, sleepwalking through life, and in desperate need of a reconnection to deep Sacred Rest. Her work is rooted in releasing our conditioned beliefs of rest as laziness, so we can embrace rest as our connection to divinity, source, love, compassion, healing, and happiness. Samantha believes we are so much more than what we do for a living, which is why she wants to share with you she is an aspiring homesteader, animal lover, amateur chef, born spiritualist, creator and manifestor, nap queen, voracious reader, and budding textile artist. She loves working with her hands and finding beauty in everyday life.

12/13 Kyle Lam Sound Healing: Becoming Mindful
2025-12-13 18:00 - 19:30
Workshop Overview

We are honored to be able to grace your community with a powerful meditation experience that harnesses the elements of music to guide you into a transformative relaxation experience.
Kyle Lam Sound Healing will create a chamber of harmonies and melodies specifically put together to strengthen the connection between your heart and mind, inducing various emotional and physiological responses that help you achieve greater clarity and awareness of yourself.
Most of us are consciously aware of only 5% of our minds while the remaining 95% resides in the subconscious. What if we were able to discover the inner depths of our behaviors, the root cause of our patterns and habits, and the connection between our internal environment and that of our external environment? How much more confidence could we have with our decisions then that truly benefit our well-being? What type of changes or shifts in your life could occur if we removed any blockages preventing us from becoming the best version of ourselves?
Through this guided sound meditation, you’ll have the opportunity to embark on an inward journey to help achieve this level of mindfulness. Regardless of your meditation experience, our sound meditations are powerful enough to place even the most anxious minds into a meditative state.
Our evening includes an introduction to meditation and mindfulness, a 45 minute guided sound bath meditation, and a closing ceremony to integrate your journey.
doTERRA essential oils are available free of charge to enhance your meditation experience with aromatherapy.
Our meditations are open to anyone with a willingness to create change in their lives and those looking to live a more fulfilled life that comes from their hearts.

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Workshop Details

Pricing:

$55 for event
$100 for 2 people

Date:

Sunday, December 13th
6:00 – 7:30pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

Kyle Lam
Kyle Lam is a wellness practitioner dedicated to serving the emotional, mental and spiritual well-being of the community with sound bath meditation and holistic healing events all throughout Southern California. His background in music and expertise in working with a variety of musical instruments allows him to curate sound experiences that guide participants into a meditative state, enlightening their awareness and strengthening their connection with mind, body, and spirit. His goal is for the community to develop a more intimate connection to their hearts while inspiring new dedications towards the betterment of their well-being.

1/24 Rest and Reclaim Training
2025-12-20 08:00 - 17:00

1/20 300hr YTT Info Meeting
2026-01-20 12:00 - 13:00
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
In this training you will add a therapeutic lens to your professional offerings. You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting, while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This is the future of integrative medicine! We’d love to have you join us!
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

Next 300-hour Advanced Yoga Training Begins April 18, 2026
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 12-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program | Foundations of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy.
Join our next Info Meeting!

Tuesday, January 20th | 12:00–1:00 PM PT (Zoom)
Tuesday, February 10th | 12:00–1:00 PM PT (Zoom)
Wednesday, March 11th | 12:00–1:00 PM PT (Zoom + In-Studio)

Zoom Virtual Classroom

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1/21 200hr YTT Info Meeting
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
In our 200 hour training, you will gain a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, teaching techniques, yoga philosophy and the ability to adapt yogic practices to specific groups.

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

​Next Training Begins March 7th, 2026
Our Yoga Therapist Training is one of only 45 IAYT-accredited programs in the US, and it all starts here.
This 200hr training provides the foundations of yoga therapy, where you will learn to think critically and carefully adapt practices to meet the needs of individual students.
Click to View 200hr YTT Syllabus
Join our last Info Meeting!

Wednesday, February 11th | 12:00–1:00 PM PT (In-Studio + Zoom)

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1/24 Yoga Rehab: Tools and Techniques for Injuries
2026-01-24 12:30 - 18:30
Course Overview

Support Students with Confidence, Compassion & SkillA 9-Hour Weekend Intensive for Yoga Teachers + Therapists
Gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to support students with injuries — safely, skillfully, and therapeutically. This weekend training is ideal for yoga teachers and yoga therapists looking to expand their ability to meet students where they are, especially those navigating pain, injury, or physical limitations.
You’ll learn how to assess, modify, and adapt practices to support healing while honoring each student’s unique needs, using a combination of yoga therapy, pranayama, and functional movement principles.
In this workshop, you’ll explore:

Yoga therapy + pranayama practices for injury recovery
Common injuries seen in yoga classes — and how to respond
Pain, stress + the autonomic nervous system
Assessment tools: Pancha Maya Kosha model, the Gunas + active listening
Modifications for lower body injuries: feet, ankles, knees, hips
Modifications for upper body injuries: shoulders, neck, elbows, wrists
Approaches for spinal injuries: contraindications + alternatives
Techniques to balance stabilization, strength + safety

This intensive bridges yoga and rehabilitation, offering evidence-informed practices to integrate into both group and private settings. You’ll walk away empowered to work with injury-prone students with compassion, clarity, and skill.

9-Hour Weekend Intensive
Open to Yoga Teachers + Yoga Therapy Trainees
Qualifies for 9 CE hours with Yoga Alliance

Course Details

Course Tuition:

$199
Included in 300hr auto-pay
9 contact hours

Course Dates:

Saturday January 24th – 8:30 – 11:30 AM PST
Saturday January 24th – 12:30 – 6:30 PM PST

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Megan McCarver, MA, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Megan McCarver’s advance trainings are comprised of a Master’s Degree in Marriage Family Counseling, Completion of Yoga Therapy Rx, a Certification from YogaWorks, E-RYT-500 Yoga Alliance, and over 1008 hours of Formal Yoga Teacher Trainings and Self Care.
Her advanced yoga education and experience in teaching Wellness and Yoga for Pain Management offers her talents to customize a program for the patients individualized goals. Megan co-founded Santa Monica Yoga in California in 1993 and is currently teaching here at Be the Change and at YogaWorks in Mission Viejo, CA. In addition, she is the Wellness Consultant at Orange County Pain and Wellness as well as seeing patients privately at the Ayurvedic Garage in San Juan Capistrano.
See more at: www.meganmccarver.com

Tools and Techniques for Teaching Students with Injuries
For Yoga Teachers, a deeper understanding for teachers on the yoga therapy path supporting and instructing students with an injury.

1/24 Rest and Reclaim Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
2026-01-24 12:30 - 18:30
Course Overview

Rooted in the foundational principles of Restorative Yoga, as guided by Judith Hanson Lasater’s lineage, this immersive program offers a unique focus on the collective reclaiming of our right to rest, to heal, and to thrive in a world that often demands otherwise. This training delves deeper, exploring rest as a sacred practice, a form of resistance, and a pathway to profound personal and collective transformation.
This training is more than just learning poses; it’s an invitation to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment.
Students will emerge not only as a certified Restorative Yoga teacher, but as an advocate for rest, equipped to guide others towards a more peaceful, just, and thriving existence.
Join us in reclaiming our birthright to rest and creating a ripple effect of healing in the world.
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Course Details

Pricing:

Full price $650
Early bird $550 before January 11th, 2026
Staff gets 20% off both early bird and full price

Dates:

Saturday, January 24th, 31st; February 7th, 21st, 28th
12:30-6:30pm with 1 hour lunch break
In-Studio | Space Limited

Program Info

Through this training, you will:

Learn to create deeply supportive & healing Restorative Yoga sequences
Understand rest as a tool for personal empowerment & social change
Learn to regulate the nervous system with somatic exercises
Explore rest’s spiritual dimensions for inner wisdom & self-compassion
Gain skills for inclusive & transformative Restorative Yoga experiences
Understand the connection between rest, social justice, & community healing
Become a catalyst for rest & empowerment through “Rest & Reclaim”

Details:

Participants will receive a comprehensive Restorative Yoga manual and certificate upon completion
Qualifies for Yoga Alliance 25H CEU (optional)
Limited space—pre-registration required
Non-refundable
Student can make up to 5 missed hours (or one full day) via alternate coursework, reading, and makeup assignments, as determined by course teacher
Rest and Reclaim is recognized by Judith Hanson Lasater as a Level 1 Restorative Course. Graduates will be eligible to attend Judith Hanson Lasater’s Relax & Renew® Restorative Yoga Training Level 2

Required Materials:

Restore and Rebalance: Yoga for Deep Relaxation, Judith Hanson Lasater, PhD, PT.
Eye pillow
Bolster Pillow

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Samantha Saldivar

Samantha Saldivar E-RYT® 500, YACEP®
Samantha (E-RYT® 500, YACEP®) has been dedicated to sharing the transformative power of Yoga since 2016, following her 200-hour Teacher Training with Content Souls Yoga School. Driven by a passion for continued learning, she has cultivated over 1,000 hours of Yoga education, encompassing a 500-hour YogaWorks Certification, a 50-hour Yin Yoga Certification, and Relax and Renew® Level 1 & 2 Certifications with Judith Hanson Lasater.
Beyond her teaching expertise, Samantha possesses an intimate understanding of the Yoga industry, gained through managing Yoga studios for over a decade. In her training and mentorship programs, she empowers aspiring teachers with the practical tools and strategic insights needed to thrive. Her goal is to provide you with a competitive edge in the dynamic landscape of Yoga instruction.
Rooted in her extensive background in Restorative and introspective Yoga lineages, Samantha teaches from a foundation of deep empathy. She believes that radical presence and compassion are the most profound gifts a teacher can offer.
Learn more at radiaterest.com

1/25 Developing a Trauma Informed Lens
2026-01-25 12:30 - 18:30
Course Overview

Create Safer, More Supportive Spaces for HealingA 1-Day Training for Yoga Teachers, Therapists, and Healing Professionals
Understanding trauma is essential for any practitioner working in wellness, therapy, or education. This powerful one-day training is designed to equip yoga teachers, mental health professionals, social workers, victim advocates, and healing practitioners with the tools needed to create trauma-informed environments.
Led by experienced facilitators, this course explores how trauma impacts the body, mind, and relationships — and how to use the tools of yoga therapy with sensitivity, respect, and awareness.
You’ll learn how to recognize trauma responses, assess students compassionately, and adapt practices including asana, pranayama, and meditation to support nervous system regulation and healing.
Topics Covered:

The impact of trauma on physical, emotional, and relational health
A trauma-informed framework for working with individuals + groups
Conducting safe, compassionate client intakes
Adaptations of asana, breath, and meditation for trauma survivors
Understanding triggers, boundaries, and nervous system safety
Cultivating resilience and empowerment through practice

This training is a foundational step in becoming a more conscious and inclusive teacher or therapist. Whether you’re guiding group classes or working one-on-one, this course will give you the confidence and clarity to lead with compassion.

1-Day Intensive
CEUs available
In-Studio + Zoom
Open to yoga teachers, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in trauma-informed care

Course Details

Course Tuition:

$120
Included in 300hr auto-pay
6 contact hours

Course Date:

Sunday, January 25th
12:30 – 6:30 PM PST

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Kelsey Delane, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Kelsey Delane, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, is a Yoga Mentor & Reiki Master who guides fellow Yogis & Yoga Teachers toward more sustained joy using time-tested, practical tools. She is especially enthusiastic about teaching the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali through one on one mentorship, online platforms, and in-person workshops. Kelsey also shares her love of Yoga by training upcoming teachers throughout Orange County, working with teen girls through UPLIFT Yoga Foundation, and working with pre and postnatal students.

Kelsey has over 1000 hours of formal training ranging from power yoga to trauma informed yoga which equip her with a wide range of tools for meeting her students where they are in the journey. She believes that the key to optimal health is balance, and strives to live this out in the way she cares for her body, mind and relationships. When she is not teaching or practicing Yoga, you’ll find Kelsey curled up with a book alongside her husband, daughters, and sweet pup, Cooper.

Developing a Trauma Informed Lens for Yoga Therapy
For Yoga Teachers, understanding of how trauma impacts physical/mental/emotional wellbeing and relationships.

1/31 Step into Radiant Health
2026-01-31 11:30 - 13:30
Workshop Overview

Step into Radiant Health!

Paramhansa Yogananda described Radiant Health on four levels.

The four levels relating to radiant health are the physical, energetic, emotional and spiritual levels.

We will be looking at how this relates to the Eight Limbs of yoga. Learn ways to increase your energy flow and make small changes to make a difference to live a more radiant life.

You will have time to make your own personal plan using the yoga tools we have discussed so that you can apply this knowledge to your own daily life.

Join Yoga Therapist, Susan Kjesbo for a life-changing workshop that will help you refine your health in the New Year!

Course Details

Pricing:

$50 Pre-registration
$60 Same day registration

Date:

Saturday, January 31st
11:30 – 1:30 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

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Susan Kjesbo, C-IAYT
Susan’s teaching is centered around therapeutics, restorative, yoga for seniors, meditation and hatha yoga. Teaching allows here to share what she has come to love and has made a part of her life. Trained at the Ananda School for Yoga and Meditation, she has an alignment base style but also one that encompasses the whole individual meeting him/her where they are in the moment. She is a certified yoga therapist, C-IAYT. Her meditation techniques are from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.

Susan has participated in an international yoga study that is indicating that yoga can improve bone strength for someone who has osteoporosis or osteopenia. This is an area of interest for her and she has lead workshops and classes on bone health and yoga in southern California. Information on Loren Fishman’s Osteoporosis study can be found at Sciatica.org. If you are interested in participating in the current bone strength study being conducted by Dr. Loren Fishman go to http://www.sciatica.org or contact Susan Kjesbo for more information. You can also view her website dedicated to yoga and bone strength at http://www.yogaforbones.com
Susan is a member of Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapy. She has been trained in hatha, meditation, restoratives, yoga for seniors, in the Fishman method yoga for osteoporosis, chair yoga, and yoga tune-up ball.

2/1 Living The Dream: 1-Day Bhavana Retreat
2026-02-01 12:30 - 18:30
Workshop Overview

An Afternoon of Intention, Imagination, and Action
Living the dream is not about chasing an ideal future. It’s about intentionally shaping the life you are already living.
Bhavana is the yogic practice of cultivating a heartfelt vision. It is the art of orienting your mind, energy, and actions toward what you are becoming, while releasing what no longer serves you.
Join Katie and Allison for Living The Dream: A 1-Day Bhavana Retreat, a nourishing in-studio experience designed to help you clear residual patterns from the past year, clarify what truly matters, and consciously align with the life you want to live now. This immersive six-hour retreat blends yoga, meditation, reflection, creative integration, and deep rest to support clarity, embodiment, and sustainable change.
The afternoon begins with a grounding opening circle and an intentional yoga practice focused on releasing old beliefs, habits, and emotional residue. From there, you will be guided through the practice of bhavana, learning how to clarify your intentions, connect with how you want to feel, and translate vision into meaningful, realistic action.
Through guided meditation, discussion, journaling, and a hands-on bhavana integration activity, you will create a personalized vision that supports key areas of your life, including self-care, relationships, lifestyle, family, career, and purpose. The day concludes with a deeply restorative and receptive practice, allowing your intentions to settle into the body and nervous system, followed by a closing circle to share and integrate.
Throughout the retreat, you’ll be nourished with tea, snacks, and a catered lunch, and receive printed materials to support reflection and integration beyond the day.

Workshop Details

Pricing:

$235 (early bird – before 1/21)
$265 (between 1/22 and 1/31)
$295 (day of)

Date:

Sunday, February 1st 12:30 – 6:30 pm PT
In-Studio | Space Limited

What’s Included

Opening and closing circles
All-levels, gentle yoga practice focused on release and renewal
Bhavana discussion, goal setting, and guided meditation
Creation of your bhavana vision board
Restorative and reflective practice
Tea, snacks, and catered lunch
Printed handouts and reflection materials

Schedule

12:30–12:45 PM Introductions, opening circle, and intention setting
12:45–2:00 PM Yoga practice with Allison focused on releasing the past year, followed by a short journaling meditation
2:00–2:30 PM Bhavana discussion, goal setting, and introduction to the integration activity
2:30–2:45 PM Guided bhavana meditation with Katie, orienting the mind toward your goals through visualization
2:45–3:30 PM Bhavana integration activity and vision board creation
3:30–4:15 PM Catered lunch
4:15–5:00 PM Group discussion to identify roadblocks, areas of clarity, and opportunities for alignment
5:00–6:00 PM Restorative and receiving practice
6:00–6:30 PM Sharing, closing circle, and integration

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Allison Martin Prince C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, CMT
This workshop is led by Allison Prince. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 200-hour Teacher Training Program. She has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and has taught more than 10,000 hours.
She received her yoga therapist training from AlcheMe Yoga Therapy and specializes in women’s health and fertility. She is passionate about weaving the subtle body practices into her yoga classes, including mantras, mudras, and meditation kriyas. She has also trained in Kundalini Yoga and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Functional Medicine.

Katie Allen, MPH, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
This workshop is led by Katie Allen. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 300-hour Teacher Training Program and 850-hour Yoga Therapist Training. She received her Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane University and wrote her thesis on Yoga’s Ability to Prevent and Treat Chronic Diseases.
Since then, her mission is to use her public health lens as a means of advancing the field of Yoga Therapy. She develops yoga therapy program for hospitals, health systems and founded AlcheMe Yoga Therapy, a professional yoga therapy organization consisting of education, research, program implementation and job creation.

2/7 Reiki Training: Level 1
2026-02-07 12:30 - 17:30
Training Overview

Are you interested in learning about the healing art and science of Reiki Healing?
Have you ever felt called to understand energy more deeply, to support your own healing, or to offer care to others in a gentle yet powerful way? Reiki is both an ancient healing art and a practical, modern tool for restoring balance, resilience, and well-being. In this Level 1 Reiki training, you’ll be invited into a hands-on, experiential journey that teaches you how to work with universal life force energy to support stress reduction, emotional clarity, physical relaxation, and personal transformation.
Whether you are seeking a deeper connection with yourself, a supportive self-care practice, or a foundation for healing work with others, this training offers an accessible and empowering entry point into the world of Reiki.
This workshop is open to students of all ages, abilities, and health conditions.

Level 1 Training

This one-day introductory training is among the most thorough and comprehensive Reiki Level 1 offerings available. The course integrates both the traditional Japanese teachings as passed down by Dr. Usui and the Western style introduced by Mrs. Takata, offering a well-rounded and authentic foundation.
In Level 1, you will be introduced to the principles and practice of Reiki, with a focus on opening the physical body to receive and channel universal life force energy. Through the First Degree Reiki attunement, the vibratory rate of the body’s energy centers and the hands is elevated, allowing the Reiki channel to open and stabilize.
Once attuned, Reiki remains with you for life. After completing this training, you will be able to confidently channel Reiki energy for self-healing and for supporting the healing of others.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, February 7th, 2026​
12:30 – 5:30 pm PST (in-studio)
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$295 Early Bird Registration (Up to 1 week before class date)
$325 Regular Price

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About Karen

A yogi practitioner for 30 years and a teacher for 10, Karen Duganier believes we all contain an innate ability to heal. Pursuing her passion in energy work and as a natural complement to her yoga practice, Karen became a Certified Reiki Master trained in the Usui tradition with an additional Karuna® Reiki Master Certification. Using an intuitive approach ushering the client’s energy toward its own natural state of healing and ease, Karen often blends the use stones and essential oils into her healing sessions. Holding space for each individual, Karen approaches every session with compassion and strives toward making her on table technique unique and meaningful for your life that day, guiding the body toward balance and peace.

Level 1 Reiki Training
Learn about how to balance the energetic body through the healing art and science of Reiki Healing.

2/10 300hr YTT Info Meeting
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
In this training you will add a therapeutic lens to your professional offerings. You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting, while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This is the future of integrative medicine! We’d love to have you join us!
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

Next 300-hour Advanced Yoga Training Begins April 18, 2026
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 12-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program | Foundations of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy.
Join our last Info Meeting!

Wednesday, March 11th | 12:00–1:00 PM PT (Zoom + In-Studio)

Zoom Virtual Classroom

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Click To Register for 3/11 Info Meeting

2/11 200hr YTT Info Meeting
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
In our 200 hour training, you will gain a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, teaching techniques, yoga philosophy and the ability to adapt yogic practices to specific groups.

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

​Next Training Begins March 7th, 2026
Our Yoga Therapist Training is one of only 45 IAYT-accredited programs in the US, and it all starts here.
This 200hr training provides the foundations of yoga therapy, where you will learn to think critically and carefully adapt practices to meet the needs of individual students.
Click to View 200hr YTT Syllabus

Click To Register for 2/11 Info Meeting

2/14 Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and Soundbath Experience
2026-02-14 18:00 - 19:30
Workshop Overview

Breathe. Rest. Restore.

Step into an evening of deep relaxation and energetic renewal. This 90-minute candlelit experience weaves together the healing practices of Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and sound healing to gently guide your nervous system into a state of profound rest.
You will be led through a guided Yoga Nidra meditation, often described as “yogic sleep,” designed to quiet the mind, soften the body, and access deep layers of healing and awareness. As you rest comfortably, hands-on Reiki energy healing and chakra-balancing sound vibrations surround you, supporting release, integration, and restoration on every level.
Join Karen and Jonah for this nourishing community gathering, open to all levels of experience. Whether you are feeling stressed, depleted, or simply craving stillness, this workshop offers a sanctuary for reflection, relaxation, and renewal.
Space is limited.
This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels, backgrounds, and bodies.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, February 14th, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$45 Early Bird Registration
$55 Day of Event

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Karen Duganier, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher
Certified in the Usui Reiki Tradition 12 years ago I am both a Reiki Master and Karuna Reiki Master. Teaching a Gentle class with Reiki is the perfect centering practice and classes are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I also offer private Reiki sessions on the days that I teach and conduct Reiki training workshops. In the event you want a healing session on another day, please reach out to the studio and we can arrange a time that works best. Join me and come hOMe to you!

Jonah Montes, Yoga Teacher
I started teaching Yoga in 2015 because I realized there is so much more to the practice than just the physical benefits: there is healing and growth. As a teacher, I hope to share the healing aspect of yoga to anyone who is in need of it. I love teaching Yoga because I not only get to contribute to a student’s yoga journey as a guide but also as a witness to the growth and progression they experience through their practice.

My teaching style is gentle Yin-inspired Restorative Yoga with elements of Viniyoga.

2/21 Reiki Training: Level 2
2026-02-21 12:30 - 17:30
Training Overview

Reiki Level 2 is an invitation to deepen your relationship with energy healing and step more fully into your intuitive and healing potential. Designed for those ready to expand beyond the foundations of Reiki Level 1, this training supports both personal transformation and the development of confident, skilled practitioners. As your understanding of Reiki grows, so does your ability to support healing in yourself and others across emotional, physical, and energetic layers.
In this immersive training, you will explore Reiki as a universal life force energy that has been used worldwide to bring balance, clarity, and restoration. Through a dynamic blend of lecture, guided discussion, live demonstration, and hands-on practice, you will refine your technique and strengthen your intuitive awareness. Each student will have ample opportunity to both give and receive Reiki treatments, deepen their understanding of hand placements, and experience the profound effects of this work firsthand.

Level 2 Training
This one-day Level 2 training expands your relationship with Reiki and marks a quantum leap in your ability to access and direct Reiki energy. In this course, you will learn how to perform Reiki at a distance, as well as how to work with Reiki to support the release of unwanted habits and the manifestation of meaningful goals.
Second Degree Reiki places greater emphasis on the emotional and mental energy bodies, in contrast to Level 1’s primary focus on the physical body. You will be introduced to the Reiki symbols and learn how to draw, activate, and apply them in healing sessions. Their practical uses, energetic effects, and deeper meanings will be explored in depth.
You will also learn how to incorporate a Reiki pendulum into a healing session. Ample practice time is provided so students can experientially understand how each symbol feels, how it works, and the results it produces.
Completion of Reiki Level 1 is a prerequisite for this course.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, February 21st, 2026
12:30 – 5:30 pm PT (in-studio)
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$295 Early Bird Registration (Up to 1 week before class date)
$325 Regular Price

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About Karen

A yogi practitioner for 30 years and a teacher for 10, Karen Duganier believes we all contain an innate ability to heal. Pursuing her passion in energy work and as a natural complement to her yoga practice, Karen became a Certified Reiki Master trained in the Usui tradition with an additional Karuna® Reiki Master Certification. Using an intuitive approach ushering the client’s energy toward its own natural state of healing and ease, Karen often blends the use stones and essential oils into her healing sessions. Holding space for each individual, Karen approaches every session with compassion and strives toward making her on table technique unique and meaningful for your life that day, guiding the body toward balance and peace.

Level 2 Reiki Training
Learn about how to balance the energetic body through the healing art and science of Reiki Healing.

2/24 Healthy Treats with 5 Ingredients or Less
2026-02-24 12:30 - 14:00
Workshop Overview

Learn how to create simple, no-bake healthy treats using five ingredients or fewer in this interactive cooking demonstration designed to make nourishing desserts feel easy, accessible, and enjoyable.
This class focuses on practical techniques for creating wholesome sweets without refined sugars, complicated steps, or the need for an oven. You’ll learn how different ingredients function, explore smart substitutions, and discover mindful approaches to sweetness that support both taste and well-being.
The experience includes live demonstrations, tastings, and plenty of inspiration to help you confidently recreate these treats at home. Perfect for anyone interested in practical nutrition, wellness-focused cooking, or simple desserts that fit into everyday life.

Workshop Details

Date:

Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
12:30 – 2:00 pm PT
In-studio | Space Limited to 10

Pricing:

$35

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Jonah Montes, Yoga Teacher
I started teaching Yoga in 2015 because I realized there is so much more to the practice than just the physical benefits: there is healing and growth. As a teacher, I hope to share the healing aspect of yoga to anyone who is in need of it. I love teaching Yoga because I not only get to contribute to a student’s yoga journey as a guide but also as a witness to the growth and progression they experience through their practice.

My teaching style is gentle Yin-inspired Restorative Yoga with elements of Viniyoga.

2/27 Kirtan with Rob and Melissa + Community Potluck
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00
Kirtan with Rob and Melissa
We are so excited to welcome our dear friends Rob and Melissa who are visiting from Seattle, WA. They love singing devotional mantra music and lead retreats to India and Costa Rica annually. We’ll start the evening with a community potluck in the Tea House from 6:00 – 6:30PM. Please bring a vegetarian dish or beverage for sharing.

We hope you will join us for kirtan; which is a live music experience of call and response chanting. It’s a bhakti yoga practice designed to focus the mind, open the heart, and elevate your spirits. It is a joyful practice open to students of all backgrounds and religions. The sounds / mantras are often in the language of Sanskrit; which is a vibrational language.

If you have not yet experienced the practice of kirtan, we can’t recommend it more highly. It invites us to transcend our egos, to become playful, join our voices and sing from the heart tapping into the mystical power of mantras that have been recited for thousands of years.

Workshop Details

Led by Rob and Melissa
Friday, February 27th
6:00 – 6:30 PM Community Potluck
6:30 – 8:00 PM Kirtan
Early bird $25 / Day of $30

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Rob and Melissa, Yoga Teachers & Kirtan Wallahs
When we met, which was before we discovered kirtan, we mutually agreed to place devotion at the forefront of our relationship. It was so important to us, we even created our first mantra (little did we know) to support it, “Be Nice and Have Fun!” As the seeds of devotion grew, we naturally gravitated toward the beautiful, heart-opening practices of Bhakti Yoga and kirtan.
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3/1 Intro to Ayurveda with Negin
2026-03-01 12:00 - 14:00
Course Overview

For all students, learn about Ayurveda’s key to achieving abundant health and vitality.
This 2-hour Ayurvedic Essentials workshop offers a grounding and approachable introduction to the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, the traditional system of health and healing rooted in harmony with nature. Together, we’ll explore the foundational principles of Ayurveda and how they help us understand our unique constitution (prakriti), as well as the deeper patterns that influence our health, energy, awareness, and overall sense of balance.
You’ll leave with simple tools and insights you can begin using immediately to support greater harmony, resilience, and well-being in everyday life.

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Workshop Details

Pricing:

$55 Pre-registration
$65 Same day registration

Date:

Sunday, January 31st
12:00 – 2:00 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

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Negin Kordbacheh, AHC
Negin Kordbacheh is an Ayurvedic Health Coach, Ayurvedic Body Therapist, Yoga Instructor, and educator dedicated to holistic healing. Passionate about guiding others to reconnect with their body’s innate healing wisdom, Negin uses Ayurveda and conscious living practices to restore balance in both body and mind. Negin’s nurturing approach helps clients align with nature’s healing rhythms, build resilience, achieve holistic well-being.

3/14 Reiki Training: Level 3
2026-03-14 12:30 - 17:30
Workshop Overview

This training is designed for those who feel curious about Reiki as well as for practitioners ready to deepen their existing practice. Whether you are just beginning your Reiki journey or seeking to refine and expand your skills, this course offers a supportive and experiential environment for both personal healing and professional growth.
Reiki is a universal life force energy that has been used across cultures to support emotional balance, physical well-being, and energetic harmony. As you engage with the teachings and practices in this training, you will not only learn how to work skillfully with Reiki, but also experience its transformative effects in your own life, allowing you to serve others with greater clarity, presence, and confidence.
Classes are thoughtfully structured to include a balance of lecture, group discussion, live demonstration, and hands-on practice. Each student will have the opportunity to both give and receive Reiki treatments, explore the hand placement system, and gain embodied experience with the healing process.

Level 3 Training

Level 3 deepens your Reiki practice through the introduction of additional symbols, enriching your understanding and experience of this powerful healing modality. This level serves as an important stepping stone toward Reiki Master training in Level 4.
In this course, you will receive the Reiki Master symbol, expanding your awareness of universal life force energy and opening you more fully to its continuous flow. This attunement supports a deeper connection to Reiki and a more refined ability to channel healing energy.
You will also learn how to work with Reiki to support the healing of past wounds, allowing the practice to extend beyond the present moment and into deeper layers of personal transformation.
Completion of Reiki Levels 1 and 2 is required prior to enrollment.

Course Details

Date:

March 14th, 2026
12:30 – 5:30 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$295 Early Bird Registration (Up to 1 week before class date)
$325 Regular Price

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About Karen

A yogi practitioner for 30 years and a teacher for 10, Karen Duganier believes we all contain an innate ability to heal. Pursuing her passion in energy work and as a natural complement to her yoga practice, Karen became a Certified Reiki Master trained in the Usui tradition with an additional Karuna® Reiki Master Certification. Using an intuitive approach ushering the client’s energy toward its own natural state of healing and ease, Karen often blends the use stones and essential oils into her healing sessions. Holding space for each individual, Karen approaches every session with compassion and strives toward making her on table technique unique and meaningful for your life that day, guiding the body toward balance and peace.

Level 3 Reiki Training
Learn about how to balance the energetic body through the healing art and science of Reiki Healing.

3/18 300hr YTT Info Meeting
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
In this training you will add a therapeutic lens to your professional offerings. You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting, while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This is the future of integrative medicine! We’d love to have you join us!
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

Next 300-hour Advanced Yoga Training Begins April 18, 2026
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 12-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program | Foundations of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy.
Join our last Info Meeting!

Wednesday, March 18th | 12:00–1:00 PM PT (Zoom + In-Studio)

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3/21 Lullaby Yoga, Soundbath, Cacao, Ajna Light Healing
2026-03-21 18:00 - 20:00
Restorative yoga, devotional song, sound healing, cacao & Ajna Light—rest, renew, and realign together.
Join us in a cozy, light-filled sanctuary for a New Moon + Spring Equinox gathering centered on rest, renewal, and meaningful community connection.
This intimate 2-hour journey weaves Restorative Lullaby Yoga, Devotional Song, Sound Healing, Ceremonial Cacao, and Ajna Light Frequency Therapy, gently bringing the nervous system back into harmony.
You’ll settle into fully supported restorative postures while live music, immersive soundscapes & intentional light therapy create a spacious atmosphere for grounding, reflection, and soft inward exploration. Whether you’re feeling overstimulated, fatigued, or simply ready to step into the new season with clarity, this experience offers a supportive space to unwind and recalibrate together.
Johanna, Dru Ali & Evelyn of Sacred Liiight come together to offer this heart-centered exploration. As each moves through their own Spring tour schedule, their paths converge at select destinations, co-creating sacred spaces that unite devotional music with deeply restorative modalities, including immersive experiences with Ajna Light Therapy.
What Is Ajna Light Frequency Therapy?
The Ajna Light is an innovative light therapy developed by Guy Harriman, using pulsed LED lights within a Tesla Plate field to gently guide the brain into deep meditative states—bridging science, frequencies and the nature of awareness.
Important Note: This experience is not recommended for individuals with epilepsy due to flickering light. If you are taking prescription antipsychotic medication, effects may vary—please use discretion or consult your provider.
Space is limited to preserve the intimacy of the container. This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels, backgrounds, and bodies.
Websites: johannasings.com | sacredliiight.com

Workshop Details

Lullaby Yoga led by Johanna Beekman
Sacred Liight led by Evelyn and Dru
Saturday, March 21st
6:00 – 8:00 PM
Early bird $55 / Day of $66
In-Studio | Space Limited

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Johanna Beekman,
​Johanna Beekman is an internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter, chant/kirtan artist, yoga teacher, vocal teacher, recording artist, and event producer.
Johanna is loved for her rich, soulful voice, her radiant spirit, and her inspiring songs and chants that tap deeply into our collective soul. She sings and teaches at leading festivals, studios, churches, and other live and online venues. Her songs have been nominated for several music awards and best-of-the-year playlists. In 2022 Johanna became a voting member of the Grammy Recording Academy.
Johanna incorporates her music into her uniquely restorative Lullaby Yoga classes and her Free Your Soul’s Voice playshops. Her highly praised Mantra Sangha video brings together artists from all around the globe to support the education of Nepali children. Johanna also produces and co-produces several yoga and conscious music festivals to celebrate our shared humanity.
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Sacred Liiight
Sacred Liiight is the collaborative vision of Evelyn
(Sacred Healing Sessions) and Dru Ali (Liiightspace).
We fuse ancient wisdom, modern science, and the conscious arts to create educational and transformational experiences. Through Sound, Reiki, Kundalini Yoga, Human Design, and Ajna Light Therapy, we provide a supportive space for self-discovery, personal growth, and alignment—helping you connect with yourself and your community.
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4/4 Family Constellation Workshop
2026-04-04 12:00 - 17:00
Workshop Overview

Join Helena Gorka for a transformative Family Constellation Workshop!

Some of our greatest difficulties (addictions, depression, finances, illness) can be taken on as we unconsciously carry the burdens of the past. Hidden love and loyalty towards someone in our family lineage often going back several generations. Through the constellation process, hidden dynamics are revealed and used as tools to bring balance back into the family system.
By honoring each member’s fate without judgment, the orders of love are restored, allowing love and strength to flow, nourish, and heal.
Much of Constellation work is about releasing inherited trauma and gaining the support and strength of the ancestors where our lives came from. As we work through these issues we often experience personal growth and find that energy is released to be able to live our own lives fully, cleared from the traumas and loyalties of the past.
The work is usually done in a group setting where an individual chooses to work on a specific issue in his or her life. Representatives are chosen from the group to represent certain family members who are then set up intuitively in what is called a “constellation.” The representatives simply remain present to their experiences. As they are placed, a “knowing field” is formed as the representatives begin to receive actual feelings of the person they are representing. It is not role-playing and there is no acting out. The representatives report their feelings to the facilitator when asked, or movements are made with the facilitator’s guidance by the representatives from a deep soul experience.
From the information obtained through this process, family members who may have been lost or excluded in some way in the past are brought into the space.
Through simple yet powerful sentences and soul movements directed by the facilitator, we move towards resolution, becoming more able to enter strongly into own lives and hold our rightful place in our current family. Balance is brought to ourselves, our work, and our community. We are freed of burdens not our own, and are able to step into our future with strength and support from our ancestors.
This process was developed by renowned German therapist, Bert Hellinger.
Our facilitator, Helena Gorka has practiced and studied this work for almost 30 years with Hellinger and other teachers.
The process itself gives us profound insight and understanding into humanity as well as giving a philosophy of living, developed by Bert Hellinger.
To know more you can go to Helena’s website – HelenaGorka.com

Workshop Details

Pricing:

Personal Consultation – $160
General Attendance – $45

Date:

Saturday, April 4th
12:00 – 5:00 pm PT
In-Studio | Space Limited

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Helena Gorka, E-RYT
​Helena began her journey of healing and teaching in London, England, by learning yoga at a small store and wellness centre called Gandalf’s Garden in the late 1960’s. It was there that she also discovered and studied various spiritual disciplines.
She spent a year in Quebec, Canada, training as a yoga instructor with Swami Vishnudevanada of Sivananda Yoga, and then returned to London to assist in opening the first Sivananda Yoga Centre in Britain.

When she moved to the US in the late 1970s she continued her study and teaching of yoga, and discovered the profound healing effects of Bach Flower Essences and Family (Systemic) Constellation Work. Most recently she trained in the healing art of Jin Shin Jyutsu.
“I realize the importance of Self Care and am especially excited about using Yoga, Bach Flower Essences and the self help holds of Jin Shin Jyutsu’s healing touch. With these tools we can move into greater health and well-being.”
“One of the greatest joys in life is when I get to spend time with my two grandchildren, who live in England, so whenever I get a chance I talk on Skype and go to visit them. Here’s a photo of my granddaughter doing her version of a Jin Shin Jyutsu hold on her brother to stop his hiccups!”

4/11 Reiki Training: Level 4
2026-04-11 12:30 - 17:30
Training Overview

Level 4 Training

Reiki Level 4 represents the culmination of the Reiki training path and the highest level of energetic mastery. Through this advanced attunement, your capacity to access and channel Reiki energy is amplified to its fullest potential, allowing you to work with clarity, confidence, and depth.
In this training, you will learn how to perform Reiki attunements for others, empowering future practitioners to access Reiki for their own healing and growth. This level is designed for those who feel called to practice Reiki at the highest level, step into leadership within the lineage, and embody the role of Reiki Master.
Completion of Reiki Levels I, II, and and III is required prior to enrollment.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, April 11th, 2026
12:30 – 5:30 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$295 Early Bird Registration (Up to 1 week before class date)
$325 Regular Price

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About Karen

A yogi practitioner for 30 years and a teacher for 10, Karen Duganier believes we all contain an innate ability to heal. Pursuing her passion in energy work and as a natural complement to her yoga practice, Karen became a Certified Reiki Master trained in the Usui tradition with an additional Karuna® Reiki Master Certification. Using an intuitive approach ushering the client’s energy toward its own natural state of healing and ease, Karen often blends the use stones and essential oils into her healing sessions. Holding space for each individual, Karen approaches every session with compassion and strives toward making her on table technique unique and meaningful for your life that day, guiding the body toward balance and peace.

Level 4 Reiki Training
Learn about how to balance the energetic body through the healing art and science of Reiki Healing.

4/12 Hot Stone Restorative Yoga
2026-04-12 14:00 - 16:00
Workshop Overview

Nourish your body, mind, and soul with a relaxing afternoon of Hot Stone Restorative Yoga. In this workshop you will experience a full Restorative Practice enhanced by thermotherapy through the use of heated basalt stones.
Through the support of props and long holds the body is able to rest & let go in Restorative Yoga. To achieve deeper relaxation, hot stones are placed on the body during the long holds to further release tension and provide a grounding experience.
Workshop is limited to 12 sign ups and all participants will receive a small take home gift. We encourage participants to bring socks and a light long sleeve top.
If you’ve been longing for quiet, healing, and deep relaxation, this class is the perfect place to begin.
This event is perfect for dedicated students, existing yoga teachers, and anyone who feels called to share the profound healing benefits of rest with their community.

Workshop Details

Pricing:

$88

Date:

Sunday, April 12th 2:00 – 4:00 pm PT
In-Studio | Space Limited

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Samantha Saldivar

Samantha Saldivar E-RYT® 500, YACEP®
Samantha (E-RYT® 500, YACEP®) has been teaching Yoga since 2016, she has over 1,000 hours of Yoga education, including, Relax and Renew® Level 1 and 2 Certifications with Judith Hanson Lasater. With her background in the relaxing and introspective Yoga lineages, Samantha teaches from a place of deep empathy. She believes the greatest gift we can give our students is our radical presence and compassion. In addition to teaching Restorative and Yin Yoga, Samantha is a Sacred Rest Advocate and Educator. She believes as a society we are exhausted, sleepwalking through life, and in desperate need of a reconnection to deep Sacred Rest. Her work is rooted in releasing our conditioned beliefs of rest as laziness, so we can embrace rest as our connection to divinity, source, love, compassion, healing, and happiness. Samantha believes we are so much more than what we do for a living, which is why she wants to share with you she is an aspiring homesteader, animal lover, amateur chef, born spiritualist, creator and manifestor, nap queen, voracious reader, and budding textile artist. She loves working with her hands and finding beauty in everyday life.

5/30 Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and Soundbath Experience
2026-05-30 18:00 - 19:30
Workshop Overview

Breathe. Rest. Restore.

Step into an evening of deep relaxation and energetic renewal. This 90-minute candlelit experience weaves together the healing practices of Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and sound healing to gently guide your nervous system into a state of profound rest.
You will be led through a guided Yoga Nidra meditation, often described as “yogic sleep,” designed to quiet the mind, soften the body, and access deep layers of healing and awareness. As you rest comfortably, hands-on Reiki energy healing and chakra-balancing sound vibrations surround you, supporting release, integration, and restoration on every level.
Join Karen and Jonah for this nourishing community gathering, open to all levels of experience. Whether you are feeling stressed, depleted, or simply craving stillness, this workshop offers a sanctuary for reflection, relaxation, and renewal.
Space is limited.
This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels, backgrounds, and bodies.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, May 30th, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$45 Early Bird Registration
$55 Day of Event

Registration Coming Soon!

Karen Duganier, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher
Certified in the Usui Reiki Tradition 12 years ago I am both a Reiki Master and Karuna Reiki Master. Teaching a Gentle class with Reiki is the perfect centering practice and classes are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I also offer private Reiki sessions on the days that I teach and conduct Reiki training workshops. In the event you want a healing session on another day, please reach out to the studio and we can arrange a time that works best. Join me and come hOMe to you!

Jonah Montes, Yoga Teacher
I started teaching Yoga in 2015 because I realized there is so much more to the practice than just the physical benefits: there is healing and growth. As a teacher, I hope to share the healing aspect of yoga to anyone who is in need of it. I love teaching Yoga because I not only get to contribute to a student’s yoga journey as a guide but also as a witness to the growth and progression they experience through their practice.

My teaching style is gentle Yin-inspired Restorative Yoga with elements of Viniyoga.

8/29 Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and Soundbath Experience
2026-08-29 18:00 - 19:30
Workshop Overview

Breathe. Rest. Restore.

Step into an evening of deep relaxation and energetic renewal. This 90-minute candlelit experience weaves together the healing practices of Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and sound healing to gently guide your nervous system into a state of profound rest.
You will be led through a guided Yoga Nidra meditation, often described as “yogic sleep,” designed to quiet the mind, soften the body, and access deep layers of healing and awareness. As you rest comfortably, hands-on Reiki energy healing and chakra-balancing sound vibrations surround you, supporting release, integration, and restoration on every level.
Join Karen and Jonah for this nourishing community gathering, open to all levels of experience. Whether you are feeling stressed, depleted, or simply craving stillness, this workshop offers a sanctuary for reflection, relaxation, and renewal.
Space is limited.
This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels, backgrounds, and bodies.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, August 29th, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm PT
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$45 Early Bird Registration
$55 Day of Event

Registration Coming Soon!

Karen Duganier, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher
Certified in the Usui Reiki Tradition 12 years ago I am both a Reiki Master and Karuna Reiki Master. Teaching a Gentle class with Reiki is the perfect centering practice and classes are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I also offer private Reiki sessions on the days that I teach and conduct Reiki training workshops. In the event you want a healing session on another day, please reach out to the studio and we can arrange a time that works best. Join me and come hOMe to you!

Jonah Montes, Yoga Teacher
I started teaching Yoga in 2015 because I realized there is so much more to the practice than just the physical benefits: there is healing and growth. As a teacher, I hope to share the healing aspect of yoga to anyone who is in need of it. I love teaching Yoga because I not only get to contribute to a student’s yoga journey as a guide but also as a witness to the growth and progression they experience through their practice.

My teaching style is gentle Yin-inspired Restorative Yoga with elements of Viniyoga.

9/12 Reiki Training: Level 1
2026-09-12 12:30 - 17:30
Workshop Overview

Are you interested in learning about the healing art and science of Reiki Healing?
Have you ever felt called to understand energy more deeply, to support your own healing, or to offer care to others in a gentle yet powerful way? Reiki is both an ancient healing art and a practical, modern tool for restoring balance, resilience, and well-being. In this Level 1 Reiki training, you’ll be invited into a hands-on, experiential journey that teaches you how to work with universal life force energy to support stress reduction, emotional clarity, physical relaxation, and personal transformation.
Whether you are seeking a deeper connection with yourself, a supportive self-care practice, or a foundation for healing work with others, this training offers an accessible and empowering entry point into the world of Reiki.
This workshop is open to students of all ages, abilities, and health conditions.

Level 1 Training

This one-day introductory training is among the most thorough and comprehensive Reiki Level 1 offerings available. The course integrates both the traditional Japanese teachings as passed down by Dr. Usui and the Western style introduced by Mrs. Takata, offering a well-rounded and authentic foundation.
In Level 1, you will be introduced to the principles and practice of Reiki, with a focus on opening the physical body to receive and channel universal life force energy. Through the First Degree Reiki attunement, the vibratory rate of the body’s energy centers and the hands is elevated, allowing the Reiki channel to open and stabilize.
Once attuned, Reiki remains with you for life. After completing this training, you will be able to confidently channel Reiki energy for self-healing and for supporting the healing of others.

Course Details

Date:

Saturday, September 12th, 2026​
12:30 – 5:30 pm PST (in-studio)
In-studio
Space Limited

Pricing:

$295 Early Bird Registration (Up to 1 week before class date)
$325 Regular Price

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About Karen

A yogi practitioner for 30 years and a teacher for 10, Karen Duganier believes we all contain an innate ability to heal. Pursuing her passion in energy work and as a natural complement to her yoga practice, Karen became a Certified Reiki Master trained in the Usui tradition with an additional Karuna® Reiki Master Certification. Using an intuitive approach ushering the client’s energy toward its own natural state of healing and ease, Karen often blends the use stones and essential oils into her healing sessions. Holding space for each individual, Karen approaches every session with compassion and strives toward making her on table technique unique and meaningful for your life that day, guiding the body toward balance and peace.

Level 1 Reiki Training
Learn about how to balance the energetic body through the healing art and science of Reiki Healing.

9/25 - 9/28 Joshua Tree Retreat at Gaia Villa!
2026-09-25 14:00 - 2026-09-28 14:00
Overview

Elevated Elements Retreat.

Are you ready to step into your highest timeline?To feel aligned, energized, and deeply connected to your purpose?
What would it feel like to wake up each day clear, grounded, and inspired?What truly nourishes your soul?
These are the questions we will explore together over 3 nights and 4 days in a breathtaking retreat setting in Joshua Tree.
This experience has been thoughtfully designed to support meaningful transformation. Every element—from the space to the curriculum to the rhythm of each day—is curated to create the conditions for deep restoration, clarity, and personal growth.
If you are ready to reconnect with yourself, expand into your fullest potential, and elevate the way you live, we warmly invite you to join us this September.
What’s included:

3 nights at the stunning Gaia Villa
Fresh, locally sourced, seasonal meals catered by Ethical Cornucopia
Daily yoga, meditation, chanting, and soul-led philosophy classes with Allison & Katie
Healing immersion in the saltwater grotto pool
Optional cold plunge
Guided hiking + picnic in Joshua Tree National Park
Expansive desert skies and unforgettable stargazing

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Retreat Overview

The Experience
Together, we will create a supportive, retreat-style sanctuary—an ashram-inspired environment where you can step away from the demands of daily life and fully immerse in your own healing and renewal.
Your days will unfold in a nourishing rhythm of:

Yoga and embodied movement
Meditation and breathwork
Chanting and philosophy
Rest, reflection, and time in nature

All held within the beauty and stillness of the desert, and supported by a like-hearted community.
What You’ll Leave With

A regulated and nourished nervous system
Greater clarity and alignment with your purpose
Tools to support your daily well-being
A deeper connection to yourself and others

Schedule:
Friday

11:30 AM meet at Be The Change Yoga to carpool to Joshua Tree
1:30 PM Opening Ceremony – intention setting at Earth, Yoga, and Spa
2:00 PM Grounding / Root Chakra Yoga Class + Overview of Panchamaya Kosha System at Earth, Yoga, and Spa
4:00 PM check-in to Gaia Villa
4:30 PM Pool time, Journaling
6:00 PM Welcome dinner – Ethical Cornuciopia
8:00 PM Pacifying the Manomaya Layer and Releasing Limiting Beliefs

Saturday

8:00 – 10:00 AM Yoga Practice: Diving into the Vijnanamaya Layer, Bhavana and Soul-Aligned Living
10:00 AM Breakfast – Ethical Cornuciopia
2:00 PM: Pool, Cold Plunge, Bhavana, Journaling, Freetime
4:00 PM: Vikriti Assessment
5:30 PM: Dinner
7:00 PM: Yoga Practice: Releasing blockages in the Chakra system and connecting to the Anandamaya Layer

Sunday

5:30 AM: Sunrise Hike + Yoga in Joshua Tree National Park
7:30 AM: Breakfast To Go
11:00 AM: Brunch at Food for Thought Cafe
1:00 PM: Pool, Cold Plunge, Breathwork, Journaling, Freetime
3:00 PM Restorative and Yin Cooling Practice
5:00 PM: Dinner
6:00 PM: Yoga and Meditation Practice: Activating Your Highest Timeline

Monday

7:00 AM: Yoga Practice: Living a Soul-Aligned Life / Anchoring back into the Earth / Preparing to Transition into Daily Life / Closing
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Clean and pack up
10:00 AM: Check-out

What makes Gaia Villa so special?

Beautiful indoor & outdoor yoga studios – fully stocked with props
Saltwater pool with grotto waterfall & Jacuzzi Spa
Beautiful living space, gorgeous outdoor area, and a rooftop patio with firepit and VIEWS!
Entertainment Bar w/ wine fridge Washer + Dryer
Alkaline Water on tap
WiFi, Smart TV, board games, library
Outdoor Kitchen
2 Cold Plunge Tubs
Outdoor games: Bocce Ball, Cornhole,
Jumbo Jenga
Convenient access to JT National Park, trails & shops
4000 sq. ft. of gorgeous living space, and 3.5 acres of land
Oversized natural boulder fire pit Plenty of parking!

Gaia Villa can accommodate up to 16 guests.

Room Rates

ROOM #1 – PREMIUM QUAD (DOWNSTAIRS)
1 King, 1 Twin w/ Trundle sleeps 4
Quad: $1,695/person
*3 SPOTS LEFT

ROOM #2 – STANDARD DOUBLE (DOWNSTAIRS)
Twin bunk beds sleeps 2
Double: $1,595/person

ROOM #3 – PREMIUM DOUBLE (DOWNSTAIRS)
2 Twins or 1 King sleeps 2
Double: $1,795/person
SOLD OUT

ROOM #4 – FLEXIBLE ROOM (UPSTAIRS)
2 Twins or 1 King sleeps 2
Double: $1,795/personSingle: $2,495/person (limited availability)
SOLD OUT

ROOM #5 – FLEXIBLE ROOM
2 Twins or 1 King sleeps 2
Double: $1,795/personSingle: $2,495/person (limited availability)

ROOM #6 – VALUE QUAD
2 twins and 1 bunk bed sleeps 4
Quad: $1,395/person
*3 SPOTS LEFT

Policies and FAQ’s

Spaces are limited, and will be saved first come, first serve, with a $600 non-refundable deposit.

Please contact Tiffanie@bethechangeyoga.com in advance to confirm room availability/preferences.
Remaining payments will be due: 5/15, 6/15, 7/15, 8/15

CANCELLATION POLICY:All payments made are non-refundable, unless we are able to fill your spot (minus your deposit.)
Should we fill up, please let me know if you’d like to be added to the wait-list. Plans change, and spots occasionally open up!

Topics Covered

We begin with self-knowledge and self-care
Pancha Mahabhuta: 5 Element Theory in the Body and the Natural World
Tridosha Theory: Vata, Pitta, Kapha
Understanding your unique makeup
Exploring and releasing limiting beliefs
Panchamaya Kosha Model
Connection to Vijnanamaya / Values and Wisdom layer
Connection to Anandamaya / Spiritual / Bliss layer
Bhavana, Visualization, and Manifestation
Calling in your highest timeline
Yoga, Breathwork, and Meditation
Practices for Clarity and Connection
The Subtle Body: 7 Chakra System
Mantras and Mudras for Energetic Activation

Allison Prince, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Allison Prince began practicing yoga in the early 2000s while pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. She took her first yoga training not to become a yoga teacher but to better understand the practice. However, within the first few weeks of the training, she realized she had found her path and purpose. Over the past twenty years, Allison has taught more than 15,000 hours of yoga in group classes, workshops, private sessions, and yoga teacher training.

Allison did a 200-hour and 300-hour yoga teacher program through Cloud Nine Yoga. She also completed over 1,000 hours of massage training at IPSB and Mesa Academy to become a certified massage therapist. She taught at many studios in Orange County at the beginning of her career until she found her first yoga home at Soul at Home in Tustin. While at this studio, she helped co-create 500 hours of yoga teacher training programs with her business partner. Also, during this time, she completed another 200-hour course, this time in Kundalini Yoga, because she has a passion for the more subtle tools that yoga offers.

In 2013, Allison left the comfort of the studio she loved to follow her dreams and open a yoga studio. She is the co-owner of Be the Change Yoga in Irvine, CA. Owning a yoga studio has been both a challenging and exciting experience and has helped her grow in so many ways over this past decade. Be the Change Yoga is the only yoga studio in Orange County offering yoga therapy training. Allison signed up to be part of the inaugural group of the AlcheMe yoga therapy program and became a yoga therapist in 2019.

Allison is passionate about learning more about women’s health, and how best to support them during different stages of life. She has done additional training in yoga for fertility, and yoga therapy for the endocrine system. She is forever a student and is currently receiving her Master’s degree in Functional Medicine and Nutrition. Once she has completed her Master’s degree, she hopes to develop different yoga therapy programs for balancing hormones, calming the nervous system, and mindful eating.

Katie Allen, MPH, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Katie received her Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane University. She wrote her Master’s thesis on Yoga’s ability to prevent and treat chronic disease and that has been her life’s work ever since! She studied yoga therapy in the lineage of Krishnamacharya with her teachers Ruth (Sraddhasagar) Hartung, Larry Payne, Robert Birnberg, Amy Wheeler, and the KYM faculty in Chennai, India.
She opened Be The Change Yoga Studio and Natural Health Center in Irvine, CA in 2013 with her teaching partner Allison Prince. Together they have been leading Yoga Teacher Training Programs since 2010, Katie loves sharing the life-enhancing wisdom of the Yoga Sutras as way to upgrade every single aspect of life. Katie launched OC’s first and only Yoga Therapist Training in 2016 and is the Founding School Director for AlcheMe Yoga Therapy Training.
She is passionate about bringing the empowerment based lifestyle medicine principles out of the yoga studios and into under-served communities, as well as hospitals and health systems. She utilizes her background in Public Health to effectively build community-based yoga therapy and health education programs to improve personal and community health, while training the next generation of integrative health providers.
She has been studying Ayurveda for over 10 years with Eleni Tsikrikas and Mas Vidal. She most recently formalized her Ayurveda education with James Bailey at the Sevanti Institute and is currently conducting her clinical internship hours.

10/10 300hr Training: Foundations of Yoga Therapy
2026-10-10 12:30 - 17:30
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100% Online Option
You can take the training in-person in our beautiful studio, 100% online, or a combination of both! If you miss a class, recordings are available.

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Sustainable Schedule
Courses meet one weekend per month with in-person, zoom, and recorded learning options.

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Payment Plan
Monthly autopay includes Be The Change studio membership (in-person as well as virtual studio).

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Practicum
Learn to build your own yoga therapy business with remote supervision from practicum mentor.

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Small Groups
Receive personalized attention in our small school, as well as direct guidance and mentorship from our Program Directors and tight-knit faculty.

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Integrative Health
Our program is rooted in the philosophical foundations of the yoga sutras, coupled with a modern public health perspective.

Program Highlights

Flexible Scheduling: 12-month program that meets 1 full weekend per month with flexible mid-month meetings.
In-Studio, Virtual + Recorded Training options to best meet your needs
Join us in our Wellness Sanctuary + Tea House in Irvine, CA
Tuition includes Be The Change Yoga studio membership
Option to layer on upper-level Yoga Therapy Courses
Affordable payment plan options:

Registration Fee: $625
$345 per month for 12 months
Total: $4765

Foundations of Yoga Therapy
Yoga Alliance and IAYT Accredited Training
We are home to OC’s first and only Yoga Therapist Training program!

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Foundations of Yoga Therapy / Advanced Teacher Training

Be The Change is the only studio in Orange County offering a 300 hour Teacher Training Program that focuses on adapting yogic practices for specific populations and students with specific health conditions. This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a healing modality.
Upon completing this 300 hour training, graduates will receive the certification RYT500; which can be registered with Yoga Alliance. This 300 hour training also comprises Course 1 of our 825 hour Professional Yoga Therapist Training Program; which consists of 525 additional hours on top of the 300 hour certification. Program graduates can apply these hours and tuition toward their Yoga Therapist Certification.
The yoga therapy component within our 300hr Teacher Training Program courses, classes, instructions, and materials is derived from the Educational Standards of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and is not derived from any status granted by the Yoga Alliance Registry.

We Offer a Monthly Auto Pay Program for our 300hr TrainingApplication window closes October 1st, 2026

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