Join Steve Pyka, direct student of Rocket Yoga founder Larry Schultz, for an intensive 50-hour Rocket Yoga Teacher Training at Shakti Shala in Antigua, November 26th through the 30th. With 17 years of dedicated Rocket practice and teaching experience, Steve embodies the revolutionary spirit that Larry Schultz ignited when he first broke away from tradition to create this dynamic system. As one of the few teachers who learned directly from Larry, Steve carries forward the true essence of Rocket – a practice that champions both innovation and accessibility while honoring its Ashtanga roots.
The Rocket system emerged from Larry’s vision to democratize advanced asana practice and challenge the rigid structures of traditional yoga. In this concentrated five-day immersion, you’ll dive deep into this practice that “gets you there faster,” learning not just the physical sequences but the rebellious philosophy and creative spirit that make Rocket unique. Steve’s training encompasses all three Rocket sequences while emphasizing the foundational principle that every practitioner can access advanced postures through intelligent modifications and a playful approach to practice.
This intimate training at Shakti Shala provides a rare opportunity to learn from a teacher who bridges the gap between Rocket’s origins and its evolution. Steve’s approach honors Larry’s original vision while offering practical tools for the modern yoga teacher. You’ll learn to sequence creatively, offer skilled modifications, and most importantly, embody the founding spirit of Rocket – that yoga should be accessible, challenging, and fun for everyone. Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking to expand your offerings or a dedicated practitioner ready to deepen your practice, this training will connect you to the authentic lineage of Rocket while empowering you to carry this revolutionary style forward.
Training Schedule
Wednesday, November 26th:
4:30-6:00 pm Practice
Thursday, November 27th- Saturday, November 29th:
9:30 am Practice
11:30-1:00 pm Training
1:00 pm Lunch
2:30-4:00 pm Training
4:30-6:00 pm Practice
Sunday, November 30th
10:00 am Rocket III
11:30 am-1:00 pm Break
1:00-4:00 pm Training
*If you are registered with Yoga Alliance, this training is approved for 45 YA CEUs (40 contact, 5 non-contact) hours.
Prices
Full Tuition: $800
Early Bird Pricing: $700 (paid in full before August 1st)
*Returning Students: $650
(*This refers to students who have taken trainings with Steve previously)
Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given 30 days prior to workshop starts. Before 30 days, refunds will be given minus 10% for administrative fees.
Please email us at shaktishalaantigua@gmail.com for more information or to sign up!
About Antigua
Antigua is a small city surrounded by volcanoes in southern Guatemala. The city’s cobbled 9×9 block streets are slow paced, easy-to-navigate with cafes, farm-to-table restaurants, artisan markets, and historical sites located throughout. It’s renowned for its colorful Spanish colonial buildings, this beautiful and magical city has almost five hundred years of history, with a privileged all-year-long climate. If you visit Guatemala during February and March for our training, you can expect warm, dry days, with little to no rainfall. Temperatures average in the high 70s during this time.
