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Yoga Masterclass 2026

2 Days Yoga MasterClass
with Master Praveen

International Award-Winning Yoga Master

Relax Your Body & Mind
May 2–3, 2026
📍 Saint John, NB  ·  ERYT-500 · Yoga Alliance USA
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Yoga is not about touching your toes. It is about what you learn on the way down — the alignment of body, breath, and intention.

— The Philosophy Behind These Masterclasses

500+
Training Hours
2
Intensive Days
ERYT-500
Certified Master
All
Levels Welcome
International Yoga Masterclass · 2026

Two Days That Will Transform Your Practice Forever

Master Praveen performing an advanced handstand pose
Certified
ERYT-500

Study with a Yoga Alliance–recognized master in an intimate, intensive weekend. Whether you're a devoted practitioner or a certified teacher — this is the depth you've been searching for.

The Masterclass Weekend is thoughtfully designed to facilitate meaningful and measurable transformation through a structured, intelligent, and progressive training approach. The sessions integrate traditional yogic principles with modern training methodologies, enabling participants to deepen their practice, refine technique, and develop a safer, more disciplined, and effective yoga practice.

The vision of this event is to provide practitioners and teachers with clarity, depth, and practical tools that support long-term growth, professional development, and excellence in yoga practice and instruction.

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May 2 – 3, 2026  ·  Saturday & Sunday
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24 Coburg St, Saint John, New Brunswick
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All levels welcome — Beginner to Advanced
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ERYT-500 · Yoga Alliance USA Certified
Why This Is Different

Not a Drop-In Class.
A Turning Point.

Most yoga sessions leave you refreshed. These masterclasses leave you changed. Each session combines refined movement with grounded theory — insights that stay with you long after you roll up your mat.

Every technique is taught with international precision and hands-on guidance you simply can't get from a video or crowded studio.

Practical Application70%
Theory & Yogic Principles30%
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Breath Awareness
Master pranayama and breath-movement integration for deeper practice.
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Precision Alignment
Hands-on corrections and expert cues to perfect your form safely.
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Technique Mastery
Modern yoga drills from a Yoga Alliance–registered school.
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Traditional Wisdom
Teachings rooted in authentic yogic philosophy and practice.
Who Should Attend

Made for Those Who Take Practice Seriously

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Dedicated Practitioners
Ready to break through plateaus and experience what real mastery feels like — in a professional, focused environment.
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Yoga Teachers & Trainees
Add internationally recognized expertise to your toolkit with direct guidance from a Yoga Alliance–authorized master.
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Curious Beginners
All levels welcome. Start yoga with real professional guidance — not guesswork — in a warm, supportive space.
Master Praveen Kumar Verma receiving World Yoga Cup award
Certified
ERYT-500
Your Guide

Master Praveen Kumar Verma

ERYT-500 · Yoga Alliance USA · Praveen Yoga Academy

As founder of Praveen Yoga Academy (PYA) — a Yoga Alliance USA registered school — Master Praveen has trained and certified yoga teachers whose credentials are recognized across Canada, North America, and internationally.

His teaching bridges ancient yogic wisdom with modern, evidence-informed methodology — transformative and rigorously professional.

ERYT-500 — The highest Yoga Alliance certification level
Authorized for 200-, 300-, and 500-hour Teacher Training Programs
Certifications internationally recognized across Canada & North America
Teaching rooted in traditional wisdom and modern precision
Practical Training
80%
Hands-on movement, drills & real-time corrections
Knowledge, Alignment & Technique
20%
Alignment cues, injury prevention & yogic philosophy
The Format

Structured for Real Transformation

Each session follows a 90-minute professional training format:

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80% Practical Training
Hands-on movement, drills, posture progressions and real-time corrections.
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20% Knowledge, Alignment & Technique
Understanding the why — safe alignment cues, injury prevention & breath coordination.

Every class includes:

✦ Intelligent warm-ups & joint preparation
✦ Muscle activation & conditioning drills
✦ Step-by-step posture progressions
✦ Safe alignment cues & corrections
✦ Injury-prevention techniques
✦ Breath and movement coordination
✦ Strength + flexibility integration
✦ Conscious, structured sequencing
Weekend Schedule

Two Days, Infinite Growth

Backbend Mastery
Saturday · Morning
Backbend Mastery
Unlock spine mobility, chest opening & safe progressive backbend sequencing.
  • Spine mobility & extension drills
  • Shoulder and chest opening
  • Hip flexor release techniques
  • Core engagement & lumbar safety
  • Progressive and safe backbend sequencing
All Levels
Hip Opening and Mobility
Saturday · Afternoon
Hip Opening & Mobility
Deep hip release, pelvic alignment & split preparation for safe flexibility gains.
  • Pelvic alignment awareness
  • Hip stability and mobility drills
  • Split preparation techniques
  • Fascia release methods
  • Flexibility without injury
Intermediate Focus
Inversion and Balance
Sunday · Morning
Inversion & Balance
Inversion conditioning, balance training & hamstring opening with nervous system regulation.
  • Inversion conditioning drills
  • Balance and stability training
  • Hamstring opening & forward folds
  • Nervous system regulation
  • Strength–flexibility balance
All Levels
Dynamic Power Vinyasa Flow
Sunday · Afternoon
Dynamic Power Vinyasa Flow
Power sequencing, cardio-yoga integration & fluid breath–movement synchronization.
  • Power-based sequencing
  • Strength and endurance building
  • Cardio-yoga integration
  • Fluid transitions & advanced combinations
  • Breath–movement synchronization
Group Practice
Certification

YACEP Certificate –
Value & Importance

The YACEP certificate from Yoga Alliance represents advanced learning and continuous growth in yoga. It is an internationally recognized credential that validates your commitment to professional development and lifelong practice.

Yoga Alliance YACEP
Yoga Alliance USA
Continuing Education Provider
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👉 Why it is valuable
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International Recognition
Adds international recognition to your yoga profile, making your credentials respected worldwide.
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Continuous Learning
Shows your commitment to continuous learning and skill improvement in your yoga journey.
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Confident Teacher & Practitioner
Helps you grow as a more knowledgeable and confident teacher or practitioner.
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Career Opportunities
Supports career opportunities in workshops, trainings, and global yoga events.
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Venue

A Space Built for Creative Depth

Art Lab DCI
24 Coburg St., Saint John, NB  E2L 3J5
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Hosted at Art Lab DCI — Saint John's premier cultural and educational centre
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Central downtown location, easy to reach from anywhere in the city
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Intimate setting designed for personal guidance and connection
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International standard of teaching — right here in New Brunswick
Secure Your Place

Your Practice Will Never Be The Same

Spots are limited to keep sessions intimate and personalized. Study with an international master — in your own city.

May 2 & 3, 2026 · Saint John, NB

Limited Seats Available  ·  Weekend Intensive