Larry Payne, PhD Yoga Therapist - Founder of Samata International

Calling all 100,000+ certified yoga teachers across the US!!

Dr. Larry Payne here with an exclusive opportunity to get your CEUs online from anywhere in the world. Loyola Marymount University is hosting our specialty course, Prime of Life Yoga After 50, from August 27 - 30.

Taught by some of the finest instructors in the country, this program helps you master a lucrative specialty. You don’t have to take the whole course to get your continuing education credits, and LMU even offers a flexible payment plan.

Don’t miss out on growing your skills and your business, see the details below to register today!

https://bellarmine.lmu.edu/yoga/academics/prime/

Master of Arts in Yoga Studies

Calling all 100,000+ certified yoga teachers across the US!
Dr. Larry Payne here with an exclusive opportunity to get your CEUs online from anywhere in the world. Loyola Marymount University is hosting our specialty course, Prime of Life Yoga After 50, from August 27 - 30.
Taught by some of the finest instructors in the country, this program helps you master a lucrative specialty. You don't have to take the whole course to get your continuing education credits, and LMU even offers a flexible payment plan.
Don't miss out on growing your skills and your business, see the details below to register today!
https://bellarmine.lmu.edu/yoga/academics/prime/

Yoga Day! Sunday August 30th
$150
Join us from 9:30am – 4:30pm for a full-day yoga celebration including:

Yoga Classes
Larry Payne Ph.D Prime of Life Yoga

Guest Speakers
Dr. Elizabeth Ko is an integrative internal medicine physician, professor, and medical director at UCLA Health who blends traditional primary care with evidence-based wellness practices like nutrition, stress management, and acupuncture.

Dr. Stephen Sideroff is an Associate Professor at UCLA and an internationally recognized expert in resilience, neurofeedback, and optimal performance. For over 40 years, he has developed pioneering behavioral models to help individuals, executives, and elite athletes overcome stress and achieve peak functioning.

Catered Lunch
By popular demand, we are offering delicious Indian cuisine from New India’s Oven.

Special Musical Performance
JoAnne Kurman JoAnne Kurman is a talented singer and acoustic guitarist based in Laguna Woods. Her diverse repertoire spans pop, light jazz, and classic favorites, creating a soothing and engaging atmosphere. With extensive performance experience at major venues like the Hollywood Bowl and Disneyland, JoAnne brings a professional and relaxing musical touch to our Yoga Day.
We hope to see you there!
Limited to 18, Please RSVP to:
[email protected]

Yoga Day! Sunday August 30th
$150
Join us from 9:30am – 4:30pm for a full-day yoga celebration including:
Yoga Classes
Larry Payne Ph.D Prime of Life Yoga
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Guest Speakers
Dr. Elizabeth Ko is an integrative internal medicine physician, professor, and medical director at UCLA Health who blends traditional primary care with evidence-based wellness practices like nutrition, stress management, and acupuncture.
Dr. Stephen Sideroff is an Associate Professor at UCLA and an internationally recognized expert in resilience, neurofeedback, and optimal performance. For over 40 years, he has developed pioneering behavioral models to help individuals, executives, and elite athletes overcome stress and achieve peak functioning.
Catered Lunch
By popular demand, we are offering delicious Indian cuisine from New India's Oven.
Special Musical Performance
JoAnne Kurman JoAnne Kurman is a talented singer and acoustic guitarist based in Laguna Woods. Her diverse repertoire spans pop, light jazz, and classic favorites, creating a soothing and engaging atmosphere. With extensive performance experience at major venues like the Hollywood Bowl and Disneyland, JoAnne brings a professional and relaxing musical touch to our Yoga Day.
We hope to see you there!
Limited to 18, Please RSVP to:
[email protected]
Larry

Ready to elevate your yoga teaching for mid-life and beyond? 🧘✨ Join us for the Prime of Life Yoga® Teacher Training Level III this July 16–19, 2026!

Learn safely and effectively from an unparalleled, world-class faculty:

* Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani: Medical doctor, WHO advisor, and global yoga therapy pioneer sharing authentic, science-backed holistic wisdom.

* Christopher Grant, RYT-500: Qigong and meditation master with 30 years of experience, co-leading “Effortless Meditation.”

* Daniela Hess, MSEd, RYT-500: Spiritual educator and transformational facilitator teaching “The Women’s Midlife Journey.”

* Mark Moliterno, C-IAYT: Opera singer and Yoga Therapy pioneer teaching you how to unlock vocal clarity and authentic expression.

* Kyona Beatty, C-IAYT: Expert Ayurvedic Health Counselor and bodyworker leading an exclusive relaxation workshop.

* Alexis Estwick, MSW, C-IAYT: Somatic consultant and trauma specialist teaching hands-on Polyvagal Theory and neuroscience.

🗓️ Dates: July 16–19, 2026 💰 Investment: $800 (Payment plans available starting at just $200!) 📧 To Register: Contact Erin Rusler at [email protected] or (310) 621-4009.

👉 Click the link in our bio to secure your spot today! https://www.samata.com/prime-of-life-yoga .

Teaching Yoga for Real Life After 50 🌱
Dear friends, if you are passionate about yoga and curious about how to support aging bodies with intelligence and compassion, Prime of Life Yoga® Level III is for you.
In this four-day intensive, we explore practical tools for teaching and practicing yoga after 50, including:
Joint Health
Relaxation Techniques
Yoga Voice 
Womens Health 
Polyvagal Theory 
Advanced breathing techniques
Mediation
📅 Level III Dates: July 16–19, 2026
This course blends biomechanics, lifestyle yoga, and emotional wellness so you can serve midlife and older students with confidence and care.
📚 Complete all 4 POLY levels (any order) for a 200hr YA credential or take this one as a standalone CEU
💳 Payment plans available. Reserve your spot with just $200
📩 Contact [email protected] | (310) 258-8725
🔗 Enroll here: https://registration.xendirect.com/bclayogastudies/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=10983

Teaching Yoga for Real Life After 50 🌱
Dear friends, if you are passionate about yoga and curious about how to support aging bodies with intelligence and compassion, Prime of Life Yoga® Level III is for you.
In this four-day intensive, we explore practical tools for teaching and practicing yoga after 50, including:
Joint Health
Relaxation Techniques
Yoga Voice
Womens Health
Polyvagal Theory
Advanced breathing techniques
Mediation
📅 Level III Dates: July 16–19, 2026
This course blends biomechanics, lifestyle yoga, and emotional wellness so you can serve midlife and older students with confidence and care.
📚 Complete all 4 POLY levels (any order) for a 200hr YA credential or take this one as a standalone CEU�💳 Payment plans available. Reserve your spot with just $200�📩 Contact [email protected] | (310) 258-8725�🔗 Enroll here: https://registration.xendirect.com/bclayogastudies/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=10983

Happy International Day of Yoga! 🧘‍♂️✨

Did you know there are over 100,000 yoga teachers in the US, but most are only trained to teach the "first stage of life"? As we cross 40 and 50, standard yoga can actually cause injuries if it's not adapted.

Yoga is meant to evolve with you! To support healthy aging, memory, and brain health, try incorporating these two master breathing techniques into your daily routine:
1️⃣ Bhramari (Bee Breath) – Great for brain health (aim for 5 mins).
2️⃣ Anuloma Viloma (Alternate Nostril Breathing) – Perfect for focus and balance (aim for 5-10 mins).

Interested in specializing in yoga for the 50+ community? Our next online teacher training kicks off in a month!

🌐 Visit SAMATA.com for details.
Om Shanti. 🙏