Lotus Pond Center for Yoga and Health

Lotus Pond Center for Yoga and Health Lotus Pond Center for Yoga & Health is a log cabin studio located on a peaceful 4.5 acre property www.LotusPondYoga.com
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The Lotus Pond Center is a Yoga Teacher Training School, offering multiple 200 hour certification programs throughout the year, along with our 500 hour advanced teacher training program. We offer master teachers, an inspired curriculum, and awesome locations in Tampa, FL and atop the Blue Ridge Mountains in Boone, North Carolina. We bring in exceptional, dynamic teachers from all over the country to share their love and wisdom with our students for a range of trainings and special events, including our Annual Yogi Festival. We also offer a full schedule a daily Yoga classes including:
Beginner, Gentle, Hatha, Power, Flow, Yin, Yoga Nidra, Natural Hot Yoga, and Stress Relief Yoga.

If meditation has ever felt important… but hard to access, inconsistent, or difficult to sustain, this training offers a...
01/16/2026

If meditation has ever felt important… but hard to access, inconsistent, or difficult to sustain, this training offers a different doorway for you to explore.

This two weekend Yoga Nidra Training with Roger Mallory explores meditation as a guided, embodied experience rather than something you have to figure out alone or master through years of silent practice.

Yoga Nidra offers a structured, time tested, and science supported method for conscious relaxation, deep restoration, and expanded awareness. The training is open to yoga teachers, meditation and mindfulness practitioners, mental health professionals, and dedicated yoga students who feel curious about meditation (whether for personal practice, professional application, or both)

There are two ways to attend:
* Weekend One Jan 24-25 may be taken on its own as an introduction to Yoga Nidra and guided meditation
* Taking Weekend One Jan 24-25 and Weekend Two Jan 31-Feb 1 lead to certification as a Yoga Nidra Guide (28 credits)

You can purchase the manual for this course: Yoga Nidra: From Bones to Bliss, written by Roger Mallory, from Amazon at $22

During this training, you’ll explore:
-The history, philosophy, and modern science of Yoga Nidra
- The structure and sequencing of an effective guided practice
- How to craft and deliver clear, grounded, and inspired meditation scripts
- Practical guidance for supporting a wide range of people and life experiences
- Repeated opportunities to experience Yoga Nidra yourself, not just study it

Roger’s approach is integrative and experiential, drawing from decades of practice, study, and weekly teaching. The emphasis is not only on understanding the method, but on developing the confidence and discernment to guide others responsibly, creatively, and with compassion and care.

If you’ve ever thought “I should meditate” or maybe feel drawn to supporting others through deep rest and awareness, this training offers a meaningful place to begin.

More details about this training and registration info are linked in our bio and on our website www.lotuspondyoga.com . Questions are always welcome!

If you’ve been quietly thinking about yoga teacher training, not because you want a new title or certification, maybe yo...
01/15/2026

If you’ve been quietly thinking about yoga teacher training, not because you want a new title or certification, maybe you don't even want to teach, but because something in you wants to deepen.. this might be your sign to pause and listen.

Our 200hr Yoga Teacher Training isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about spending time with your practice, learning how to ask better questions, and observing how yoga shows up in real life.

If you’re curious, we’d love to hear from you. If you are interested in our upcoming training Jan 29-June 19, 2026, enrollment is closing soon and we recommend filling out your application soon in order to be considered for registration!

Learn more / apply https://www.lotuspondyoga.com/ytt-200.html

Ready to discover how delicious and energizing plant-powered living can be? Join us for a two-hour (plus) adventure into...
01/08/2026

Ready to discover how delicious and energizing plant-powered living can be? Join us for a two-hour (plus) adventure into the world of Whole Food, Plant-Based eating - no kale-only diets required!

The Plant-Based Edge- Eat Well, Live Well, Thrive Longer is a fun educational and experiential workshop with Karen Frost happening this Saturday, Jan 10 from 3:00-5:30pm at Lotus Pond.

During the first half, we’ll explore the why and how of eating more plants. You’ll learn where to find all those essential nutrients, the science-backed health benefits of plant-based eating, and how to get started - for yourself and your family. We’ll also bust a few common myths (yes, you’ll get enough protein!) and share easy ways to sneak more veggies into your everyday meals.

Then it’s time to treat your taste buds!

Watch Karen whip up some mouthwatering plant-based goodies - and of course, you’ll get to sample everything and take home the recipes to recreate the magic yourself.

Bonus: Bring your own reusable plate, bowl, utensils, cup, and napkin to help reduce waste - and you’ll get a special take-home treat as our thank-you!

Cost to register: $55

After the cost of ingredients is covered, every bit of Karen’s proceeds flows straight to the Community Food Pantry in Carrollwood— a gift that keeps giving, long after the workshop ends.

Learn more / Register here:
https://www.lotuspondyoga.com/events--workshops.html

Tomorrow during the 9am Yin and Yoga Nidra Meditation class, Roger is offering a New year-related Yoga Nidra. The theme ...
12/27/2025

Tomorrow during the 9am Yin and Yoga Nidra Meditation class, Roger is offering a New year-related Yoga Nidra. The theme will on the opportunity of a new year and daring to explore beyond our predictable patterns of thinking and behavior.

Roger puts together original and intentional classes every week, so there’s always a new way for you to experience settling into yourself through the practices of yin and yoga Nidra meditation.

If you’ve been curious about the way Roger guides this specific way of meditating you may be interested in attending his Yoga Nidra Training taking place over two weekends - with the option to attend the first weekend only (Jan 24-25) as an introduction to the practice and a deep dive as a practitioner into the theory and practice of yoga Nidra along with learning about and experiencing the benefits of the practice through guided sessions by Roger. Those who attend both weekends (Jan 24-25, Jan 31-Feb 1) will also have the opportunity to refine practices, techniques, the art of facilitating yoga Nidra to serve as a guide for others. This isn’t reserved for just yoga teachers, but anyone who feels called to explore a deeper relationship with the yoga Nidra practice and also who may feel the calling to share the gift of yoga Nidra with others.

Roger is offering an Early Bird Discount of $50 off the first weekend of $100 off both weekends if you register by January 5. That brings the prices down to $230 for the first weekend or ONLY $300 if you attend both weekends! This also offers up to 28 continuing education credits for yoga teachers or teachers in training at lotus pond.

You can also apply for a 50% scholarship by completing a written submission to Roger before January 5 at 5pm. For more details and eligibility please reach out to us directly 813-961-3160.

You can read a more in depth description of Roger’s upcoming Yoga Nidra training on our website (https://www.lotuspondyoga.com/teacher-training-courses-yacep.html

Learn more about “Yoga Nidra: From Bones to Bliss” which is a required resource for this training weekend and its recommended that you start reading it prior to taking the training https://a.co/d/960tMXL

Tomorrow during the 9am Yin and Yoga Nidra Meditation class, Roger is offering a New year-related Yoga Nidra. The theme ...
12/27/2025

Tomorrow during the 9am Yin and Yoga Nidra Meditation class, Roger is offering a New year-related Yoga Nidra. The theme will on the opportunity of a new year and daring to explore beyond our predictable patterns of thinking and behavior.

Roger puts together original and intentional classes every week, so there’s always a new way for you to experience settling into yourself through the practices of yin and yoga Nidra meditation.

If you’ve been curious about the way Roger guides this specific way of meditating you may be interested in attending his Yoga Nidra Training taking place over two weekends - with the option to attend the first weekend only (Jan 24-25) as an introduction to the practice and a deep dive as a practitioner into the theory and practice of yoga Nidra along with learning about and experiencing the benefits of the practice through guided sessions by Roger. Those who attend both weekends (Jan 24-25, Jan 31-Feb 1) will also have the opportunity to refine practices and techniques as well as learning the art of facilitating yoga Nidra to serve as a guide for others. This isn’t reserved for just yoga teachers, but anyone who feels called to explore a deeper relationship with the yoga Nidra practice and also who may feel the calling to share the gift of yoga Nidra with others.

Roger is offering an Early Bird Discount of $50 off the first weekend of $100 off both weekends if you register by January 5. That brings the prices down to $230 for the first weekend or ONLY $300 if you attend both weekends! This also offers up to 28 continuing education credits for yoga teachers or teachers in training at lotus pond.

You can also apply for a 50% scholarship by completing a written submission to Roger before January 5 at 5pm. For more details and eligibility please reach out to us directly 813-961-3160.

You can read a more in depth description of Roger’s upcoming Yoga Nidra training on our website (link in bio) under special events / trainings and you can also find the link to purchase his book “From Bones to Bliss” which is a required resource for this training weekend and its recommended that you start reading it prior to taking the training.

We hope you have a wonderful end to your year doing things you enjoy and spending quality time with people you love! If ...
12/24/2025

We hope you have a wonderful end to your year doing things you enjoy and spending quality time with people you love! If you want to join us for a yoga class this week or next, please see our slightly adjusted holiday schedule below.

🌿 Wednesday, December 24
7am Sunrise Yoga
9am Align & Flow
10:30am Spicy Gentle Yoga
12pm Radiant Mind Meditation
*evening classes cancelled, studio closes at 1:00pm*

🌿 Thursday, December 25
*studio is closed*

🌿 Friday, December 26
9am Align & Flow Yoga
10:30am Gentle Yoga
12pm Slow Flow Yoga

🌿 Saturday, December 27
9am Slow Flow Yoga
10am Align & Flow Yoga
11am Easy Does It: Beginner / Gentle Yoga
12:30pm Journey Through The Chakras Guided Meditation

🌿 Sunday, December 28
9am Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra Meditation
10:30am Vinyasa Yoga
11am Donation Based Pranayama & Sound with Kranti (on events page)
12pm Align & Flow Yoga
2pm Gentle Yoga

🌿 Monday, December 29
*morning classes cancelled for parking lot repairs*
6pm Stress Relief Donation Based Yoga
7:30pm Gentle Yoga

🌿 Tuesday, December 30
9am Power Yoga
10:30am Gentle Yoga
6pm Gentle Yoga
6:30pm Power Yoga

🌿 Wednesday, December 31
7am Sunrise Yoga
9am Align & Flow
10:30am Spicy Gentle Yoga
12pm Radiant Mind Meditation
*evening classes cancelled, studio closes at 1:00pm*

🌿 Thursday, January 1
Only 1 Class on the Schedule
Donation Based New Years Intention Setting yoga
10am-11:30am

🌿 Friday, January 2-Sunday, January 3
normal class schedule

View our full class schedule & special events calendar on our website lotuspondyoga.com or call 813-961-3160 with any questions 🙏🏽

Looking for a gift that feels like an experience and lives on far beyond the holidays?Give (or receive!) a moment of mag...
12/23/2025

Looking for a gift that feels like an experience and lives on far beyond the holidays?

Give (or receive!) a moment of magic: The Plant-Based Edge workshop, January 10th, 2026, from 3:00–5:30 pm

Join Karen Frost for an afternoon of flavor, learning, and the joy of nourishing from the inside out. And here’s the sweetest part: after the cost of ingredients is covered, every bit of Karen’s proceeds flows straight to the Community Food Pantry in Carrollwood, a gift that keeps giving, long after the workshop ends.

Come for the experience. Stay for the impact. Leave with inspiration and a fuller heart.

During the first half, we’ll explore the why and how of eating more plants. You’ll learn where to find all those essential nutrients, the science-backed health benefits of plant-based eating, and how to get started — for yourself and your family. We’ll also bust a few common myths (yes, you’ll get enough protein!) and share easy ways to sneak more veggies into your everyday meals.

Then it’s time to treat your taste buds!

Watch Karen whip up some mouthwatering plant-based goodies — and of course, you’ll get to sample everything and take home the recipes to recreate the magic yourself.

Bonus: Bring your own reusable plate, bowl, utensils, cup, and napkin to help reduce waste — and you’ll get a special take-home treat as our thank-you!

Learn more / register here: https://www.lotuspondyoga.com/events--workshops.html (link also in bio)
Cost to register: $55

New Year’s Day Donation-Based Yoga at Lotus Pond ✨Join us January 1 from 10:00–11:30am for a slow, all-levels practice…...
12/23/2025

New Year’s Day Donation-Based Yoga at Lotus Pond ✨

Join us January 1 from 10:00–11:30am for a slow, all-levels practice… the kind that helps you exhale last year and step into the new one a little lighter, a little clearer, and maybe a little more connected.

It’s donation-based (give what you can, or come for free if things are tight right now).

If you want to start 2026 with intention and community, we'd love to have you!

One thing people often say about going on retreat is that you may come for one reason… and end up leaving with something...
12/16/2025

One thing people often say about going on retreat is that you may come for one reason… and end up leaving with something you didn’t even expect.

Maybe it’s clarity. Maybe it’s rest. Maybe it’s a new friend or a moment that changes the way you see your life.

If you've been considering going with us to Costa Rica May 30-June 6, let us know if you have any questions.

You can view more info / sign up here:
https://www.lotuspondyoga.com/costa-rica-yoga-retreat.html

Yoga Teachers & YTT at Lotus Pond can receive 40 Credits

It’s so easy to get swept into routines and forget what actually feels meaningful. Yoga teacher training has a way of pu...
12/15/2025

It’s so easy to get swept into routines and forget what actually feels meaningful. Yoga teacher training has a way of pulling you back. Not into more doing, but into deeper connection.

Our 200hr YTT starting Jan 29, 2026 is a space to reconnect with yourself, your practice, and what really matters in your life. Doesn't necessarily have to be in a dramatic way though... just through steady learning, reflection, and community.

If you’re wanting to move through your days with more intention and less autopilot, this might be your next step.

Apply / learn more today at https://www.lotuspondyoga.com/ytt-200.html

🌘 Winter Solstice Ceremony: Introspection, Resilience & Renewal 🌑with Meagan Lynn PilawskiSaturday, December 204:30–6:30...
12/14/2025

🌘 Winter Solstice Ceremony: Introspection, Resilience & Renewal 🌑
with Meagan Lynn Pilawski

Saturday, December 20
4:30–6:30 PM
$44

On this longest night of the year, we gather in sacred ceremony to honor the wisdom found in darkness. This year’s theme centers on introspection, resilience in the dark, and releasing the past to create space for new beginnings. Together, we will soften, surrender, and welcome the light’s return.

✨ Offerings include:
🧘‍♀️ Gentle breathwork + somatic meditation
🌀 Ceremonial exercise & energetic limpia
🍫 Heart-opening cacao ritual
🔥 Fire ceremony to release and renew (weather permitting)
🎶 Soundbath to integrate and restore
🎁 A special solstice gift for all attendees

If you’re craving a quiet, grounding space at the month, we have something really special coming up. 🌿On Sunday, Decembe...
12/12/2025

If you’re craving a quiet, grounding space at the month, we have something really special coming up. 🌿

On Sunday, December 28 from 11:00–12:30pm, Kranti Kalepally will be guiding Pranayama & Sound: Samantraka Pranayama with Gayatri Mantra. This class is a gentle blend of breathing, chanting, and stillness designed to bring connection.

Kranti brings such a beautiful depth to her teachings. Her journey has woven through the Krishnamacharya lineage, Vedic chanting, Yoga Sutras study, and ongoing training and learning, but what I love most about her teaching is how simple and human it feels. She invites you to meet yourself with presence and curiosity, asking questions like:

-Am I calm when I chant?
-Am I truly listening?
-What is my relationship with my body and breath?

It’s a donation-based class (suggested $10–$30), and all are welcome.
YTT students at Lotus Pond can receive 1.5 TTP credits with a short written reflection.

If breath, sound, or inner stillness have been calling to you lately.. this is a beautiful way to explore them in community. 💛

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6201 Lynn Road
Tampa, FL
33625

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 8pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

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+18139613160

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The Lotus Pond Center for Yoga and Health is a Yoga Teacher Training School, offering multiple 200 hour certification programs throughout the year, along with our 500 hour advanced teacher training program. We offer master teachers, an inspired curriculum, a tranquil location in Tampa, FL and atop the Blue Ridge Mountains in Boone, North Carolina. Find the program that's right for you, from a local program that meets weekly in Florida to an added week-long immersion in North Carolina. As an an affiliate of the Kripalu Center, we bring in exceptional, dynamic teachers from all over the country to share their love and wisdom with our students for a range of trainings and special events, including our Annual Yogi Festival. We also offer a full schedule a daily Yoga classes including: Beginner, Gentle, Hatha, Strength and Balance, Flow, Natural Hot Yoga, and Stress Relief Yoga. www.LotusPondYoga.com www.YogaTrainingNorthCarolina.com