Guided by your feedback, we made small but meaningful changes to the Mermaid Beach schedule — earlier starts, more Yin, and double classes.

The result? A schedule that flows better — because it was shaped by you.

Nathalie Goulding came to Ritual’s 200-hour YTT with decades of experience in movement but found herself stepping into something deeper.

At Ritual, we celebrate the journeys of our Yoga Teacher Training graduates—the shifts, the breakthroughs, and the ways they carry the practice into their lives.

In this blog, seasoned yoga teacher and Yoga Teacher Training Course Facilitator, Alex, shares insights on how to refine your alignment, elevate your pranayama, and integrate yoga philosophy to create a more mindful and enriching practice.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your personal practice or build a stronger foundation, Alex’s guidance will help you explore the key elements that take yoga beyond the physical.

Ritual takes inspiration from Katonah Yoga®, weaving its principles of alignment, breathwork, and Taoist philosophy into our classes, Yoga Teacher Trainings, and community offerings. But what exactly is Katonah Yoga®?