Meet Your Teachers!

Dr. Kerry McGinn, DPT, E-RYT 500+: Kerry holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in 2018. She has studied yoga for TBIs, Somatics, Nervous System regulation, and neuroscience/brain health. Additionally she has supplemental studies in the lymphatic system, myofascial work and so much more. As a movement educator with deep expertise in anatomy, neurology, fascia, Kerry blends science and spirituality to help you understand the body in a way that transforms how you move, practice, and teach.

Candace Cihocki-Ahern, RYT: Candace is a seasoned Movement Arts Educator and Embodiment Coach with over 20 years of experience in dance, theatre, public speaking and fitness. She will help you embody moving past technical instruction and fully step into your authentic confidence with a commanding gentle presence allowing you to be present, adaptable, and sincere with practitioners. Drawing on her multidisciplinary Trauma-Informed background (Vinyasa, Somatics, Mindfulness, Partner Yoga, Pilates and more) and a MFA in Theatre, Candace will help you master cueing, and connect you to your innate physical intelligence, encouraging you to find the courage and creative curiosity necessary to step into your most powerful teaching self, because the art of teaching goes beyond alignment and theory to something much deeper that is unique to just you.

Sarah Brianna Smith: Sarah has a background as a Trauma-Informed Energy Healer and Yoga & Meditation Teacher. Some of her areas of expertise are Trauma-Informed Kundalini Yoga, Yoga for Enneagram, Tibetan Buddhist Meditation, Trauma-Informed Vinyasa, Kundalini Rebirthing, Yin Yoga, Ayurveda, Yoga Nidra, and Prenatal Yoga. On top of that, she’s also got advanced certifications and apprenticeships in Energy Healing, Reiki and Shamanism. Sarah is an Ayurvedic practitioner who weaves ritual, seasonal wisdom, and energetic practices into the training, adding depth and soul to your journey.

What Will You Learn At Our YTT?

How To Find Your Voice as a Teacher
At Yoga Lee we emphasize building an authentic presence. You’ll receive support in public speaking, sequencing, and teaching practice, and leave not just with a certificate—but with the confidence to lead from your heart

Trauma-Aware Teaching Practices
We honor that “trauma-informed” is a specific training. While Sarah does hold a “trauma-informed” certification, our program is NOT “trauma-informed.” However it IS  trauma-aware: we will explore what trauma-informed yoga is, why it matters, and how you can create safer spaces where students feel seen and respected to the best of your ability.

Hands-On Learning
From giving and receiving hands-on assists to exploring sequencing in real-time, you’ll embody your learning through direct, in-person practice.

How to Ground Your Practice In The Body & Nervous System
Gain an understanding of fascia, nervous system regulation, and functional anatomy that will change how you move, practice, and teach.

Community & Mentorship
We believe community is everything. Train in a small, supportive group at our Berkshire studio, where your growth is witnessed and celebrated. You’ll have:

• A Yoga Lee mentor outside of YTT for additional support
  

• A YTT buddy or group for peer connection
  

• Listening partnerships to build resilience, empathy, and trust
  

• A cohort that grows together over the year—becoming lifelong allies in your teaching journey

Root to Rise Foundation

Our YTT is vinyasa-based, but you’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge to teach multiple styles of yoga: slow flow, power, restorative, and more. You’ll leave confident in leading the Yoga Lee signature “Root to Rise Flow”—a class that embodies creativity, accessibility, and connection.

Upon completion, you’ll graduate as a Yoga Alliance–approved 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200).

Tuition and Further Information

Location: Yoga Lee Studio, 62 Main Street, Lee, MA

We believe in keeping training accessible while valuing the depth of this experience.

$3500 total:

• If you have access to financial security, own property, or have personal savings

• If you are able to pay for "wants" and spend little time worrying about securing necessities in your life

• If you have economic privilege and power in our community, this price is for you. By choosing this price, you are “paying it forward” and contributing to a more equitable world by supporting course access for those with less.

  Join us HERE

$3300 total :

• You do NOT spend most of your time thinking about meeting basic needs such as food, shelter, medical care, child care, etc.

• Making this investment might mean you might have to cut back on some discretionary spending in your life (such as going out to dinner, buying coffee, buying a new outfit, or going on vacation), but the sacrifice is short-term, and will not harm you in the long term.

  Join us HERE

$3100 total:

• You are able to put away money each month to save up to be able to pay for the program, but the middle tier price would mean that you have to save for longer than 12 months.

Join us HERE

Need a Payment Plan?

Great! We have options.  Place a $500 non refundable deposit down for this Yoga Teacher Training and we will be in touch with teacher training payment plans that work best for you. We have 2 payments, 4 payments, 6 payments and 10 payments available.

Work Study Program

Our Work Study Program offers an opportunity to be part of the Yoga Lee community while supporting your yoga education.

In exchange for helping with studio tasks — such as front desk support, class check-ins, cleaning, or event assistance — participants receive reduced tuition for our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training or other select programs.

It’s a beautiful way to make yoga education more accessible while becoming an active part of our community’s heart and rhythm.

Email Yoga Lee (info@yogaleestudio.com) for application.

Program Breakdown

Your Tuition Includes:

• All training weekends

• Mentorship & practicum feedback

• Comprehensive manual

• Access to supplemental online resources
  

Dates & Times:

Each Weekend will include the following times:

• Sat 12:30–6:30pm ( 6 hours)

• Sun 11:00am–6:00pm (7 hours)

Phase 1: The Foundation Weekend Dates: (~120 hours)

January 10th & 11th

January 24th and 25h

February 7th & 8th

February 21st & 22nd

March 7th & 8th

March 21st & 22nd

April 4th & 5th

April 18th & 19th

May 16th & 17th*

*this date is subject to change but will be set before start of program

Summer Practicum: ( ~ 30-35 hours)

June 2026- August 2026

• Donation Based Community Classes( attend one and take one with feedback for teacher): 4 hours

• Observation/ Assisting Yoga Lee Classes (10 classes total): 10 hours

• Monthly Zoom Calls (2 hours a month): 6 hours

• Mentorship Meetings: 1-2 meetings with your YTT mentor (~ 5hours)

• Independent Project (designed & presented in September 10 hours

Phase 3: Integration & Graduation (~45- 50 hours)

• September 12th & 13th

• September 25th & 26th

• October 11th & 12th

• October 13th Day of SEVA: FREE classes to our community taught by a team of Yoga teacher trainees with a graduation celebration at end of day with our community!

Early Bird Bonuses

(included if students register by the Early Bird date)

1. 1:1 Mentorship Session with Kerry – A private 60-minute call to dive into your goals, questions, or sequencing support before training begins. (valued at $150)
   

2. Seasonal Ritual Guidebook – A beautifully designed PDF workbook with journal prompts, rituals, and practices for living in rhythm with the Wheel of the Year. (valued at $30)
   

3. Yoga Lee Welcome Bundle – Local + thoughtful: a tote bag with a journal, herbal tea from a Berkshire maker, and a Yoga Lee T-shirt. (valued at ~$50)
   

4. Bonus “Sequencing Secrets” Mini-Training – A special module from Kerry’s Creative Sequencing mentorship, giving trainees an edge before the main sequencing weekends. (valued at $100)
   

5. Nervous System Reset Toolkit – Breathwork recordings + guided meditations to help regulate stress and prepare for training weekends. (Valued at $49)

6. 1:1 Session with Sarah – A private 60 minute Ayurvedic or Soul Coaching, mentorship, or energy healing session designed to bring balance to your body, clarity to your mind, and alignment to your path through personalized guidance and intuitive support. (valued at $133)

7. Continuing Ed Discount – Early access + discounted rates on future Yoga Lee workshops, local retreats, or Kerry’s teacher mentorship. (15-20% off)
   
   

Continued Learning

Our Yoga Lee YTT Program offers optional add-ons if you’d like to dive even further into your training. These are purchased separately from your tuition

1. 1:1 Private Lessons at Yoga Lee – Focused on alignment, teaching practice, or personalized feedback. (YTT Rate: $115/ hour)

2. Exclusive Teacher’s Notebook (Printed) – A spiral-bound version of the YTT manual with room for notes and reflections. ($20)

3. Extra Practicum Support – Additional small-group teaching labs after training weekends for more feedback + practice time. (cost varies)

4. “Integrative Women’s Performance & Recovery” Workshop – A half-day deep dive with Kerry blending PT, fascia, and nervous system tools for active women. ($100 for 3.0 hour workshop, date TBD)

5. Arm Balancing Add-On: In this focused module, you’ll learn the anatomy, alignment, and energetic principles behind foundational and advanced arm balances — from Crow to Flying Pigeon. We’ll explore core activation, shoulder stability, fascial integration, and nervous system regulation to help you approach these poses with confidence and curiosity. ($100 for 3.0 hour workshop date TBD)