Wisdom in Practice for Yoga Teachers

In uncertain times, the teachings of yoga remind us that clarity, strength, and compassion are not luxuries. They are necessities. To act wisely in the world, we must cultivate a body that is steady and strong, a heart that is steadfast and resilient, and a mind that is clear and discerning.

This retreat weaves together teachings from the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga Sutra, and the Devi Mahatmyam, drawing on the full breadth of the tradition to explore what it means to live with wisdom, steadiness, and purpose. Through guided practice, contemplation, and discussion, we will examine how inner clarity becomes the ground for meaningful action, and how devotion strengthens us for the demands of an engaged life.

Shari Friedrichsen brings these teachings alive not as philosophy to be studied, but as a living path to be walked. This retreat is an invitation to deepen your understanding, renew your practice, and discover in yourself the light, courage, and grace that have always been there.

This three-night retreat begins with the full practitioner retreat, then continues with two additional sessions exclusively for yoga teachers.

Shari teaches from a place of deep devotion, drawing on the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga Sutra, and the Devi Mahatmyam as living sources of inspiration. In the teachers-only sessions, she will share how she brings scripture into the heart of a class, weaving it through asana, pranayama, and meditation. Teachers will then explore and develop their own approach through guided practice and small group work.

If you have ever wanted to teach from this depth but weren’t sure how to begin, this is a rare opportunity to learn directly from someone who does it naturally.

If you are not an active yoga teacher, the two-night practitioner retreat may be a better fit.