Judith Hanson Lasater: The Sacred Column
The Sacred Column: anatomy and movement principles of the vertebral column in yoga practice
with Judith Hanson Lasater, PT, PHD
At 79 years old, Judith is winding down her teaching. Don’t miss your chance to study with one of the luminary teachers of yoga!
RESCHEDULED to ZOOM ONLY on June 22, 23 & 25!
Replay available! Open to all!
Save $25 when you enroll by June 22!
The Sacred Column:
anatomy and movement principles of the vertebral column in yoga practice
with Judith Hanson Lasater, PT, PHD
Save $25 when you enroll by May 22!
ON ZOOM ONLY!
Dates: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, June 22, 23 & 25, 2026
Times: 6-8pm US Central
CEs for RYTs: 6 (see below for more info)
Location: ZOOM + Replay available
Cost: $150 ($175 after May 22, 2026)
Please read our Cancellation Policy below before registering.
Training Description
Devanadi warmly welcomes back Judith Hanson Lasater!
Study each section of the vertebral column individually and then note how the column interacts with the pelvis and shoulder girdle.
Have you ever wished you knew more about anatomy so you could help your students more effectively as well as deepen your own practice? Maybe you have felt unsure about where to learn more? Or maybe you are intimidated about how to learn more about anatomy and how it effects movement, specifically in yoga asana? Then this course is made just for you!
We will study each section of the vertebral column individually and then note how the column interacts with the pelvis and shoulder girdle.
The spine is at the core of the body as well as being the basic structure through which we practice asana and move our energy.
This 6-hour professional training will focus specifically on the vertebral column using lecture and demonstration. An emphasis will be on the immediate application of what we learn to the art of practicing and teaching yoga.
We will pursue such concerns as what makes each region different, how do specific poses effect each region, as well as how we can teach in ways that both protect and healthily move the vertebral column.
At 79 years old, Judith is winding down her teaching. Don’t miss your chance to study with one of the luminary teachers of yoga!
WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?:
All yogis and seekers welcome! This training is for Yoga Teachers & Serious Yoga Students alike!
Props & other items to HaVE READY
- sticky mat
- 1 firm bolster, rectangular or round
- 5 firm blankets
- 2 standard yoga blocks
- 1 eye cover
- 1 belt (I prefer a 6 ft “D” ring belt
Recommended reading
It is strongly suggested that participants review the relevant anatomy of the vertebral column and muscles of the back in the required text: Yogabody: Anatomy, Kinesiology, and Asana by Judith Hanson Lasater.
Specific study: Chapter 3 – 7.
Continuing Education:
CEs: 6 for RYTs – Students must attend all ZOOM livestream sessions for each full class OR submit notes to the Devanadi office within by July 25 (1 month after the course) to earn your Certificate of Completion for Yoga Alliance. No exceptions! Please plan accordingly.
REPLAY ACCESS & RECORDINGS:
Cost includes 1 month access of streaming video recordings.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds. You will receive a studio credit good for 1 year from date of cancellation, less a cancellation fee of $50, given 7 or more days before the class begins. No credits within 7 days.
Policies for All Students
- Cancellation must be received by Devanadi by phone or email
- “No shows” will receive no credit and forfeit full payment
- Fees, once paid, can neither be refunded nor transferred
- No verbal commitments will hold your spot.
Program Teachers
Judith Hanson Lasater
Ph.D., PT