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COMPLETE QUESTIONNAIRE TO JOIN OUR SHALA HOSTING MANJU AND SATHU JOIS

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INTRODUCTION

Workshop & Teacher Training with Manju and Sathu Jois Hosted in Encinitas, California and / or Maui, Hawaii Welcome, and thank you for your interest in the Ashtanga Yoga workshop and teacher training with Manju and Sathu Jois, hosted by Christina Martini. Whether you are a dedicated student or teacher, deepening your knowledge of the Ashtanga method is essential — exploring its traditional teachings, Vedic mantra, pranayama, and the art of therapeutic adjustments for yourself and others. This workshop invites you to experience the true purpose of yoga — a lifelong practice of discipline, devotion, and inner transformation. Together with my teachers, Manju and Sathu Jois, we will explore the healing and spiritual dimensions of Ashtanga Yoga, cultivating peace, clarity, and balance in both practice and teaching. Prerequisites Participants should be familiar with the Primary Series (full or half) and maintain a consistent self-practice or studies with Christina Martini. Christina, Manju, and Sathu view this training as part of an ongoing journey, encouraging students to build a relationship through continued study, Mysore classes, and workshops. Students may be recommended for direct study with Manju and Sathu only after Christina has developed a clear understanding of their practice and teaching intentions. Intentions & Respect This workshop is for personal growth and development, not immediate teaching certification or authorization. In the traditional lineage, authorization is granted after years of consistent practice and mentorship, not requested. Please approach this opportunity with humility and respect — honoring the teachers, the home space they open to us, and the sacred teachings shared. While this workshop provides valuable tools for both self-practice and teaching, it does not confer authorization or certification. What to Expect Each day begins with Mysore-style practice, assisted by Manju and Sathu Jois and/or a senior teacher from the hosting shala. Following practice, sessions include: Pranayama and Vedic mantra chanting Yoga Therapy & Adjustments training Q&A and group discussion Occasional shared meals, with traditional South Indian or Italian cuisine Training ends daily around 1:00 p.m., leaving time to enjoy Encinitas or Maui’s beautiful surroundings. Cost & Lodging Workshop ( 5 days) $700 / Teacher Training Course (5 days): $1,000 Lodging Options (arranged by Christina): Double Occupancy: $650–750 shares with another students ( 2 beds in one room) Single Occupancy: $1,000 - $1100 (seasonal rate) All lodging includes Wi-Fi and laundry, within walking distance to beaches and local cafés. A short Lyft/Uber ride leads to Manju’s home shala. Media Policy Please request permission before taking or sharing photos, videos, or audio during Mysore practice, workshops, or retreats. Shala Santosha Yoga, LLC reserves the right to refuse service for inappropriate conduct and may use select media for educational or promotional purposes with discretion. We are not responsible for lost or damaged items. Next Step 👉 Please complete the Workshop Questionnaire to confirm your participation.

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Do you currently teach and have previous yoga teacher training or workshop with Manju and / or Sathu Jois?

If yes, please share if you have a teacher training certificate or an an authorization from Manju Jois and a returning student/teacher for ongoing studies . skip to complete the pertinent info to note such as injuries and meds and complete the waiver and release of liability. if n/a write none

Do you currently have an established Ashtanga Yoga Practice

please describe your practice , include which series you are proficient and how long you've enjoyed your ashtanga practice. Include with whom you started and continue as your current teacher

Do you have any past or present injuries, limitations, restrictions, conditions, diagnosis, illness , pregnancy

Please include what medications you are currently taking.

Are you currently teaching Ashtanga Yoga or Yoga?

If Yes, where and what classes do you teach . Please include a link to your website classes

Why do you want to attend Manju and Sathu's Workshop and Teacher Training

Share how Ashtanga practice has impacted your life or the lives of those you teach.

Are you able to commit to returning annually or as feasible to your schedule learning from Manju and Sathu?

This workshop can be attended as your schedule and budget permits . However if inquiring to join our shala hosting the the Teacher Training, please note it is not a one time thing. Only send a request if you are making a commitment to grow and study and practice a lifelong student - teacher relationship. It is beginning a relationship of getting to know you and your intentions and how best to share the practice of yoga improving the many areas of our life, our works, our relationships, our teachings and our self as forever student in this life.

Describe your character strength and weakness ?

Describe your life challenges and how you currently cope and manage or handle those situations

Do you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions

There may be shared meals during workshop and events

If accepted and considered, this is to inform you to book your own airline ticket and if you choose to share a lodging room with two beds in a room with another student that is best paired with your character please let us know here in the text that you would like to share a lodging at the same place where we all stay in Encinitas , California. Sharing a room develop a great bond with each other. Otherwise, if you will be responsible for booking your air and lodging at your expense. Note, you will book your own lodging. Lodging booked by host is estimated at $650 - 700 for the 5-6 days of our time with our teachers. It will be billed to you with the tuition for the workshop or training. We will only collect this 1-2 weeks prior to our arrival dates.

Christina will contact you and go over your interest . Once confirmed, you can proceed to book your air, and payment and send a copy of your itinerary once booked .

Waiver and Release of Liability

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Waiver and Release of Liability

Please read carefully and Check each boxes as affidavit, confirmation , signature that you have read, understood and Release Liability: For questions, or to submit your completed questionnaire and waiver, please reach out to Christina Martini at Shala Santosha Yoga.

By participating in any activity with Shala Santosha Yoga, LLC, I acknowledge the inherent risks of yoga, workshops, and retreats and agree to assume full responsibility for any injuries or damages incurred.

I understand the importance of consulting a physician before engaging in physical activity, and I will inform the instructor of any conditions that may affect my participation.

In the event medical treatment is necessary, I give permission for the staff to administer first aid or seek emergency care as needed.

I hereby waive any claims against Shala Santosha Yoga, LLC, and the teaching staff, including Manju P. Jois and Sathu Jois, for any injuries, damages, or death caused by my participation.

This box checked is confirmation of my signature that I have read, understand and release and waive all liability.

MANJU & SATHU JOIS

ENCINITAS, CALIFORNIA

hosted by: Christina Martini,

Direct student/authorized certified teacher of Manju P Jois.

OCTOBER 19-23, 2026 Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Teacher Training Course October 26-30, 2026 Workshop for Self Growth for teachers & practitioners

Limited Space — Only 12 Students per Session

This is a rare opportunity to receive direct teachings and training from Manju and Sathu Jois, continuing the living lineage of Ashtanga Yoga. To honor the sacred tradition and ensure that each practitioner receives the right guidance, please complete the questionnaire. There is a prerequisite to be met before acceptance into this program. Once received, Christina will personally reach out to connect with you and confirm of which and if the training aligns with your current path, intention, and level of practice.

Lodging & Location:
Accommodations are arranged by Christina Martini for all students and practitioners attending the teacher training. Unless otherwise requested to be exempt for accommodations. Our space is a simple yet peaceful sanctuary within walking distance to the beaches — Moonlight, Beacon’s, and Stonesteps — and the vibrant Encinitas downtown filled with healthy cafés and local eateries. We are just 7 minutes from Manju’s studio for training sessions.

Lodging options include shared rooms (two beds per room) with another student to keep the journey affordable.
If attending as a couple, you may request a private room or if you prefer a Single-room accommodations are also available upon request at full cost.

This is a unique opportunity to practice and study directly with Manju P. Jois and Sathu Jois in a Mysore class setting.
The Mysore classes are open for everybody with an established Ashtanga Yoga practice and who is familiar with Mysore Style Classes. A special bonding time includes Sanskrit chanting of Mantras, Pranayama , Stories of Lineage and Yoga Traditions, Q & A.

Manju Jois is known for his healing hands and his precise adjustments and now has passed on to his daughter, Sathu Jois. He has over 45 years teaching experience and is a master in Yoga Therapy. He started yoga at age seven with his father Sri K. Patthabi Jois in Mysore and began teaching at age 15. He has taught continuously throughout the world for the past 50 years. Manju Jois‘ dedicated life-long mission is to provide training for students and teachers in the traditions of Ashtanga Yoga. Manju trains students in the ancient style of yoga, which is a combination of the asanas, Pranayamas and meditation chants. Manju’s teaching style is traditional as yoga is and joyful, inspiring and humorous. He and his daughter Sathu are honored to pass along all of the traditional components of yoga to his students and direct teachers who are trained and learned from him as he encourages them: “Unite with yourself“.

Daily schedule: 8:30am- 1:00pm - Ashtanga history, philosophy, methodology, We begin with asana Mysore style practice, deeper study of pranayama- breath for ashtanga yoga therapy and sanskrit mantra -vedic chanting, discussion , Hand on Ashtanga Teacher training Assists, adjustment of postures from primary, intermediate and advance practices to apply as yoga therapy . Each day of our training may include a specially ayurvedica and italian prepared meal by our teacher, Manju Jois and his wife, Nancy Jois.

Schedule is subject to change per Manju to a later start 830am or 9 am ends at 1 or 2pm .

For Encinitas, California, Lodging may be Single or Double - Shared Occupancy upon request. Spaces are limited, Max 12 practitioners to each session.