COURSES + EDUCATION

SAJ SCHOOL OF YOGA

Yoga is about more than the physical movements and poses— it's about cultivating understanding and deepening your practice through education. That is why continual learning is woven into our studio culture. Through Saj, we offer specialized trainings and courses for students looking for more insight through guided practices, informative discussions, and extensive trainings.

2025; JAN 10 - JAN 12

Guest Series:
SHelby Heintzelman

We’re so thrilled to announce our first Guest Instructor to FORUM!

Shelby strives to help people gain awareness in their bodies, encouraging attention to the breath to move them into a mind-body connection. Her flows are a combination of strength and balance with intentional movement woven into a mindfully creative sequence.


Shelby received her 200-hour vinyasa training with Yoga Works in Santa Monica, CA. She has since continued to train under Patrick Beach and Carling Harps, where she completed her 300-hour advanced training with Awakening Yoga Academy. She also has filmed 100+ classes on Patrick and Carling’s yoga platform, Commune Online, consisting of strong vinyasa and ease-filled practices.

  • A balanced practice of dynamic movement, and steady flow that encourages you to dive into the nuances of your transitions. Rounding out with some deep supportive postures to restore ease in the body and mind.

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  • A complete experience blending multiple modalities, guiding participants through a full body, mind, and spirit journey.

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  • A heart-opening session that combines deep breathwork to create spacious available backbends.

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  • A creative, flowing practice focusing on balance and fluid movement, designed to enhance mobility, coordination and body awareness.

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2025; FEB 1 - FEB 8

Teaching Inversions

Our yoga workshop on teaching inversions and arm balances is designed to help yoga teachers deepen their understanding of these challenging poses and provide effective instruction to their students.

Throughout the workshop, you will learn the anatomy and principles of inversions and arm balances, as well as the common mistakes and how to avoid them. You will also learn how to use props and modifications to make these poses accessible to all levels of students.

  • - Master effective progressions to build strength and confidence in your students.

    - Perfect your assisting techniques for enhanced student support.

    - Learn to identify and address patterns that may be hindering growth, fostering a more empowered practice for all.

2025; MAY 10

PRIVATE PRACTICE

We join forces with David Aulick, the owner and founder of Athlete House PT. Together, we will delve into the intricacies of a mobility assessment, a powerful tool designed to pinpoint areas of the body that may be tight or restricted. You will learn how to craft a personalized yoga practice tailored to address these specific areas.

  • Throughout this comprehensive training program, we are committed to equipping you with the skills to excel in one-on-one client  interactions, empowering you to apply your profound knowledge of the  human body to meet their unique needs.

  • The workshop is part of Saj School of Yoga's 300-hour teacher training program and contributes 20 hours towards completion. Prerequisites for this course are Re-patterning or Creating Variability.

    Additionally, it fulfills the Yoga Alliance Continuing Education requirements.

2025; JUN 9 - 15

Embrace Play, Find Freedom

Join us in Bali for our first-ever retreat!

Spend your days embracing play under the sun by the pools, embarking on explorations, leisurely wandering through the picturesque surroundings, or hiking amidst nature's embrace. Delight in the flavors of the region as you savor and learn about the local favorites.

Join us on this transformative retreat as we come together to nurture our spirits and embrace the fullness of life—the connections, the growth, and the sense of coming home to yourself.

  • Each morning, we will come together with a special intention to guide our movement and set the tone for the day ahead. Our practices will be a playful and powerful reminder of the beauty and strength that we all possess.

    • 2 yoga classes a day 

    • 2 meals - breakfast and dinner

    • Free time to explore the beauty of the island

  • Fly into Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali, and then take a scenic drive to Lovina Beach, Bali.

    For your convenience and safety, taxi services are readily available for transportation. If you prefer a hassle-free option, shuttle services can also be arranged for a small fee. Let the journey to relaxation begin.

2025; AUG 23 - DEC 7

200hr Teacher Training

Saj Yoga 200hr training combines traditional asana, modern alignment and functional movements. Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or learn to teach to other bodies, this approach culminates a practice that creates space, awareness, and strength in the body. This training will provide you with tools to teach skillfully, learn to see and cue your students’ bodies effectively and sequence intentionally. Join us in 2025 for this progressive take on traditional yoga asana.

  • Our 200-hour training is open to all students with at least one year of consistent yoga practice under their belt.

  • The program is conducted over 6 months. Our next session starts January 6, 2024.

  • "This was a truly amazing training experience that has deepened my yoga practice. Casey and Christina shared so much knowledge around alignment and engagement of the body. I am definitely energized after completing the 200 hr YTT and would recommend their training to anyone wanting to take their practice to the next level."

    Heather M

  • "This training was an extremely powerful and moving experience. I gained more strength than I could have ever imagined, fixed many alignment issues in my practice, and learned what it is like to fully acquire proprioception in my body. Casey and Christina are knowledgeable, wise, experienced, and compassionate. They want you to succeed, and they will stop at nothing to move you forward in the world of yoga. I am beyond grateful for my experience with Saj Yoga."

    Lindsey H

  • "Casey and Christina have so much knowledge to share, and they do it all with grace and humor. I have adored my time learning from them. This training brought so much clarity to my personal practice, and to my understanding of leading others through their practice as well. I love Casey and Christina's attention to proprioception, strength, functional mobility, and building patterns of movement. This training will not disappoint!"

    Cheyenne G

  • "Amazing training experience with 2 very talented yoga instructors."

    Alyssa M