Judith Hanson Lasater: The Sacred Column 5-day Training

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 LIVE IN PERSON teaching. Don’t miss your chance to study with one of the luminary teachers of yoga!

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Save $150 when you enroll by March 1!

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A personal invitation to join from Judith Hanson Lasater

Dear One:
I hope this New Year finds you with a deeper connection to your practice and your teaching, if that is your path.
The world is a difficult place these days for many people, and I am guessing you, like me, want to help.
An important way we can help is to keep practicing and keep offering class where our students can find refuge and hope.

While I am slowly beginning to teach less and less, I am definitely going to be in St.Paul, Minnesota, in April, and teaching a five day workshop. To be totally truthful, the sponsor and I seriously considered canceling or postponing this workshop because of the social situation. But we have decided that we are choosing to keep our original April dates: Monday the 13th to Friday the 17th.
We are making a choice to continue teaching, learning, growing, and sharing this yoga we love so well.
We are taking a stand.
We hope you will join us.

The title of the workshop is: The Sacred Column, and is one of my favorite workshops to teach. We will explore each section of the vertebral column in detail, and how asana can affect each part of the spine by the way we practice our poses. Therapeutic aspects of spinal movement will be discussed. One of the major themes is: The spinal curves are not a mistake! Tucking is out; natural curves are in. Come find out more. Recent students have kindly said this was one of the most useful courses they have ever taken, both for themselves and their students.

I hope to see you in April; we have a spacious and beautiful place to practice and learn, and I know we will find support and kindness as we gather.

Come home to your mat and sangha in St. Paul. We are all waiting for you.
Sending love across the skies….
Namaste,
Judith 🙏🏼🌺😌

The Sacred Column:
anatomy and movement principles of the vertebral column in yoga practice
with Judith Hanson Lasater, PT, PHD

Save $150 when you enroll by March 1!

Dates: Monday-Friday, April 13-17, 2026
Times: 10-5pm Central w/1 hour lunch
CEs for RYTs: 30 (must attend all classes live)
Location: St Paul Event Center – 400 Wabasha Street North Suite 320, St. Paul, MN 55102
Cost: $999 ($1149 after March 1, 2026)
Payment Plan: Pay your $200 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit to secure spot. Then pay off your balance by March 1, 2026 to keep the early bird rate. All payments after March 1 must be made in full. If you need a Payment Plan option, Contact Us with your proposal and we’ll see what we can do. 🙂

Please read our Cancellation Policy below before registering.

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Training Description

Devanadi warmly welcomes back Judith Hanson Lasater LIVE IN PERSON!
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.

In the morning sessions we will start with theory and then immediately practice Active asana so you can feel the principals at work in your body and observe it in others. The afternoons will be focused on Quiet asana so we can understand what part the vertebral column plays in pranayama, meditation, and Restorative practice.

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 30-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.

Props & other items to bring

We only have a limited number of props that we like to reserve for out of town guests. Please plan on bringing your own props so everyone can be supported. You will be able to leave them overnight in the locked event space. + Check back as we are confirming the list with Judith.

WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?:

All seekers welcome! This training is for Yoga Teachers & Serious Yoga Students alike!

Continuing Education:

CEs: 30 for RYTs – Students must attend all LIVE sessions to earn your Certificate of Completion for Yoga Alliance. No exceptions! Please plan accordingly.

Cancellation Policy

These trainings require 2 weeks notice of cancellation by phone or email. You will receive an account credit or refund, less a cancellation fee of $200, within 2 weeks. If cancel with less than 2 weeks notice of this training, your payment is forfeited, and no studio credit will be given. No shows receive no credit.

Judith Lasater early Days

Nearby HOTELS, Restaurants & FAQ

Recommended Hotels

If flying in to MSP, airport transportation is available via taxi, Uber, Lyft. Cost is approximately $30 each way to any of the hotels below.

Plus book your room early as there are often concerts or MN Wild Hockey games in St. Paul the week of our event that may make room rates rise and/or sell out quickly!

DoubleTree by Hilton – Downtown St. Paul – 411 Minnesota St, St Paul, MN 55101 – We have a block of rooms here at a discount rate of $119/night. Reservations must be made by March 15, 2026.
- To BOOK, call the DoubleTree Hotel Phone: 651-291-8800 OR go online to this Web Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/devanadi-yoga-2026-stp/. Use this info:
  - Group dates: April 13, 2026 – April 17, 2026
  - Group code: 90P
  - Group Name: Devanadi Yoga
  - Web Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/devanadi-yoga-2026-stp/

The Saint Paul Hotel – Downtown St. Paul – 350 Market St, St Paul, MN 55102

InterContinental – Saint Paul Riverfront – 11 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, MN 55101

Restaurants

Here is a comprehensive guide of nearby restaurants:

These are all within a short walking distance.
+ There are also many grab and go restaurants in the skyway for quick meals.

For sit down dining, we recommend:

Parking & Other Info

Parking: We have secured your parking in the St. Paul Event Center ramp at a discounted rate of~ $7 per space per day. The vouchers will be available for purchase at the end of each day.
CLICK HERE for Directions, other parking, and local attractions

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