Fridays: Yoga Teacher Training Lab 2026

I’m excited to share a beautiful evolution in how we support you here at Edge Yoga School.

For many years, Edge has followed this same rhythm — a flexible-but-structured training model that honors real life, protects your progress, and supports your growth. I’ve simply been managing it manually behind the scenes. This update is not a change to what Edge is — it’s simply clearer guidance, so every student knows exactly how to succeed and feel supported from day one.

After deep reflection and integrating insights from my Executive Coaching work and my current AI studies at UC Berkeley, I’ve refined our onboarding model to help you:

• feel grounded
• make steady, confident progress
• reduce overwhelm
• connect more frequently
• get the support you need
• stay aligned with a simple, predictable weekly rhythm

Here’s what’s new and what you can expect moving forward.

1. Weekly Training Tracks

Choose one weekly training day that fits your life:

Track A: Tuesday Labs (2–4pm CST)

Track B: Friday Labs (2–4pm CST)

Track C: Sunday Labs (2–4pm CST)

Track D: Friday Webinar Labs (6–7pm CST)

You stay in your chosen track for 8 weeks at a time.This brings grounding, simplicity, and predictability into your training experience.

To request a track change, simply submit a written petition in Slack.For those already in multiple tracks — and that structure is working beautifully for you — please continue on.
This update applies moving forward and does not alter existing arrangements for current students. Your original agreement is honored without change, if you so choose.

2. One Weekly Small-Group Interactive Webinar (60 minutes)

Fridays 7–8pm CST

This is our shared weekly touchpoint where we:

• connect as a community
• ask questions
• practice teaching in breakout rooms
• stay aligned with the syllabus
• learn one focused teaching concept each week
• This becomes your “home base” of support.
  

If you can’t attend live (life happens!)

Whether due to work, family needs, illness, travel, or tech issues, please don’t worry — you won’t fall behind.

A blog post recap with key takeaways will be published on the Edge Yoga School website within 48 hours, so you never miss the material.

This respects real-life circumstances while maintaining a steady weekly rhythm for the group.

3. One Weekly On-Demand Assignment

Complete one of the following each week:

• Teachable lesson
• Workbook page
• Sequencing exercise
• Anatomy lesson
• Assigned reading

Submit your reflection via PDF or screenshot in Slack.

4. One Yoga Class + Reflection Weekly

Choose any yoga class you enjoy and complete a brief reflection:

• What did I notice?
• What did I learn?
• What will I borrow or change as a teacher?

This is where your personal teaching wisdom grows.

5. Holiday Labs + Workshops = Enrichment (Not Required)

Seasonal workshops, SW Naperville pop-ups, Salt Cave sessions, art meditations, and bonus events are now clearly framed as optional enrichment.

This keeps your core weekly responsibilities simple and removes holiday confusion.

6. Clear Communication Lanes

To support clarity and reduce overwhelm:

Slack DM → arrival & quick questions

Slack Channels → announcements, lessons, schedule

Weekly “What’s On Deck” → posted every week in Slack

Office Hours → 15 minutes after every lab/webinar (in-person or online)

Written Confirmation Requirement → any verbal request must be restated in Slack DM for clarity

This ensures a clean timeline and avoids miscommunication.

7. The Edge Agreements (Given at Enrollment)

• Edge is both flexible and structured.
• Your weekly track anchors your progress.
• Each week: 1 lab + 1 webinar + 1 assignment + 1 yoga class.
• Holiday programming is optional enrichment.
• Slack is our communication home.
• DM upon arrival; doors stay locked for safety.
• All petitions submitted in writing.
• No unsupervised, independent practice labs.
• Office hours available; all details must be restated in Slack.
• You have 18 months to complete your training.
  

Why This Matters

This updated onboarding design ensures:

• fewer decisions
• more grounding
• stronger boundaries
• better progress tracking
• clearer expectations
• reduced overwhelm
• higher success rates
• a more supportive community container
• It protects your progress and the collective wellbeing of the group.
  

Closing

I’m truly excited about this next evolution of Edge Yoga School.This model supports who you are today and who you’re becoming as a teacher.

If you have questions, I’m here during office hours, in Slack, and throughout your full 18-month journey. If you are interested in enrolling, send us a CHAT here on our website.

With gratitude and belief in you,
Michelle

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