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Move with Purpose.

Teach with Passion.

I can easily say that the Detour approach transformed me from an everyday yoga instructor into a movement professional. My confidence about body mechanics, postures, variability in sequences, and most importantly the WHY behind doing things has grown exponentially. I enjoyed every moment of my YD training and would absolutely do it again. If you are a teacher searching for a way to level up your knowledge of the body, how to incorporate and integrate movements for yoga postures and new and expansive ideas for your classes this is the place to be.

Emma Sabourin

What I’ve learned here is helping me evolve and grow both in my practice and in my teaching. I never thought I would get a person out to one of my classes but after a couple of months, we were getting so many students that we’ve had to turn people away at the door. Some students actually sent fan mail to my studio owner as a result! For most people who take your course it’s kinda like their lives are split into BC and AD in a whole new way — “Before Cecily” and “After Detour”...nothing’s the same again!

Ralph

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A FREE STEP-BY-STEP INTRODUCTION TO THE DETOUR APPROACH.

New to the Detour? Start here and gain instant access to a FREE course that deconstructs camel pose and introduces you to the Detour approach via our top-notch professional learning platform. The best part? You’ll never dread doing Camel pose again!

Detour Training

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Detour Method Online

Our flagship, full-length course. Detour Method Online bridges the gap between 200HR yoga teacher training programs and everything else you need to know about moving with integrity. Whether you’re an enthusiastic student or a seasoned teacher, DMO will change how you view, talk about and teach yoga asana.

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Detour Method Synthesis

As exciting as it can be to have so many incredible tools in your toolkit, knowing when and how to use them most effectively is a whole other skill to hone in on. This course is your opportunity to work closely with Cecily to refine your teaching approach so you can become the educator you’ve always wanted to be.

Microlearning Events

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The Business of Movement

We created The Business of Movement to support those who want to make big business leaps, one small, smart step at a time. Enjoy downloadable, keep-forever-access to 7+ hours of recorded content that will turn “Where do I even start?!” into “Outta my way, I got a plan!”

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Creating Safe(r) Spaces

A live 8-hour online training weaving together the principles of trauma-informed care, nervous system theory and anti-oppression to co-create and cultivate safety as an evolving practice in Yoga.

See and Feel the Detour Method in Action

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Take a yoga class led by one of our graduates, using the Yoga Detour methodology

In the DVS, you can practice with teachers from all over the world and experience a unique approach to led classes that are creative without being overly complex, and strong while still being accessible. Each practice will leave you feeling grounded and at ease, despite the fact that we broadcast from our homes where pets, partners and little ones sometimes make guest appearances.

Our aim is to create a community free of prejudice and oppression where those dedicated to the path less traveled can feel at home.

Our programs prioritize mutual respect and admiration for different perspectives and expertise, regardless of race, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodiversity and/or ability. As an anti-racist organization, we are continuously engaged in the process of learning and unlearning to create an educational hub where students feel seen, safe and celebrated.

Our students and teachers come from all walks of life and so do we. We work with great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.

We strive to continually lead with our values and beliefs for an inclusive community that focuses on cultivating belonging across our organization. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to connect, belong and grow.

Talk about filling the gap! This course will connect what you already know with the answers you were missing to bring your teaching to the next level. Cecily and the DMO team make this course about you. As an experienced teacher, DMO left me feeling empowered with the knowledge I gained, complementing the foundation I already had.

Lizette

I would highly recommend Yoga Detour to any teacher wanting to advance their understanding of movement, sequencing, injury prevention and exploration into how we can make Yoga accessible and relevant to the yogis of today. Here, you’ll learn to complement traditional approaches with evidence based practice that teaches people how to move with ease.

Kylie

For the past couple of years, I’ve felt disappointed and let down by the world of Yoga. I’ve been diving into other modalities of bodywork – calisthenics, capoeira, FRC, feldenkrais, weightlifting and TRE – to counteract the effects that passive stretching through Yoga has placed on my body. I found Detour whilst trawling through Instagram and I was delighted to find a community of people interested in teaching in a more functional and sustainable way. Detour has helped put my faith back in the Yoga world. So happy to be on the journey with like-minded individuals 🙏🏼

Callista