Business Details
25 Years
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Transformative Yoga Training & Retreats in Sedona
7 Centers Yoga Arts has been a dedicated space for transformative yoga practice and education since 2001. Founded by Ruth Hartung (Sraddhasagar), our programs integrate classical yoga traditions with modern therapeutic approaches, emphasizing spiritual growth and community wellness. Our intensive trainings and retreats have educated thousands globally, combining asana, pranayama, meditation, and Ayurvedic principles.We prioritize experiential learning through immersive ashram-style schedules, fostering deep personal and collective healing. Our outreach initiatives extend these teachings internationally, partnering with communities to promote holistic well-being through yoga education and practice.
Services
Yoga Teacher Training
Retreats
Workshops
Community Classes
Outreach Programs
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer Yoga Alliance-certified teacher training programs with global recognition.
- Our curriculum integrates Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology, and conflict resolution practices.
- We provide immersive ashram-style retreats in Sedona's sacred landscapes.
- Our graduates report life-changing transformations through 30-day intensive programs.
- We lead international outreach initiatives training yoga teachers in underserved regions.
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance
- International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)
What people say
Life-changing experience
Authentic spiritual guidance
Strong community bonds
Profound personal growth
Transformative practices
Services
Yoga Teacher Training
Immersive 200-hour and 500-hour Yoga Alliance-certified programs focusing on asana sequencing, pranayama, meditation, and therapeutic applications. Participants engage in ashram-style schedules integrating daily practice, philosophy study, and communal living. Graduates develop comprehensive skills to teach yoga effectively while embodying its holistic principles.
Spiritual Retreats
Multi-day retreats combining yoga practice, Ayurvedic nutrition, and meditation in Sedona's red rock landscapes. These programs emphasize personal transformation through structured schedules of physical practice, philosophical inquiry, and ecological awareness in a supportive community environment.
International Outreach
Partnership initiatives training local yoga teachers in underserved regions like the West Bank. Programs include scholarship support for Palestinian instructors developing therapeutic yoga applications in refugee camps, combining physical practice with conflict resolution and community health education.
Community Classes
Regularly scheduled Sedona classes covering hatha, kundalini, and specialty yoga styles. Sessions emphasize alignment principles, breath awareness, and accessible modifications for diverse participants while maintaining connections to traditional yogic philosophy and practice.
Spiritual Workshops
Focused programs exploring Vedic Astrology, Ayurvedic cooking, and yogic philosophy through practical application. Workshops integrate hands-on learning with theoretical frameworks, offering tools for daily life transformation while deepening understanding of classical yogic texts and practices.
People
Ruth Hartung
Founder/Director
Ruth Hartung (1959-2022) directed 7 Centers Yoga Arts since 2001, offering ashram-style trainings globally. Certified in Kundalini Yoga and Yoga Therapy, she integrated Ayurveda and conflict resolution into programs while leading international outreach initiatives before her passing.
Fran Hartung
Family Member
Actively involved in memorial services and community communications, Fran represents the family in continuing Ruth Hartung's legacy through ongoing community gatherings and program planning for 7 Centers Yoga Arts.
Questions
What yoga teacher training programs do you offer?
We provide 200-hour and 500-hour Yoga Alliance-certified programs focusing on asana, pranayama, Ayurveda, and therapeutic applications through immersive retreat formats.
Are your retreats suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our Sedona retreats accommodate all experience levels, offering structured schedules for deep practice with options to adjust intensity based on individual needs.
Do you offer online yoga classes?
While we prioritize in-person immersive experiences, select workshops and community events are occasionally available via livestream for remote participation.
What community initiatives do you support?
Our outreach includes training Palestinian yoga teachers in refugee camps and developing therapeutic programs addressing community health and trauma recovery.
How do your trainings integrate Ayurveda?
Ayurvedic principles are woven into nutrition guidance, lifestyle practices, and therapeutic sequences to create holistic wellness frameworks for students.
Can I visit for single yoga classes?
We welcome drop-in participation in select Sedona classes when available, though our primary focus remains on comprehensive training programs and retreats.
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Reviews (4)
Kevin Batliner
Apr 30, 2019
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Pam and I experienced a wonderful session with Marnie. The aroma/ chakra class was wonderful. After the hectic time in Vegas followed by 2 days exploring the Grand Canyon, what a treat to unwind, relax, and recharge the spirit with Yoga. Love Marnie's guidance and sequence.
Aly A.
Mar 27, 2019
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I was really impressed by this studio, the people were warm and welcoming, the space was large enough to spread out and the instructors were amazing~ knowledgeable, approachable, and had great sequencing. I really enjoyed my visit here and will be back; the kundalini classes were my favorite.thank you 7 centers!
Joe Ball
Jan 24, 2018
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This is the best yoga center I've been to in the last 10 years. The center and their unique instructors integrate all the yogas., asanas, breath work, chanting, restorative, kundalini, chakra etc. it's an inclusive and welcoming spiritual place. I took 10 classes in 5 days. I'm renewed.
Mary E.
Nov 07, 2016
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Just took a private restorative class with Uta. We couldn't of asked for a nicer experience. We have lost family members this year that Ihas been really emotionally challenging for us and this was a wonderful experience to help us express our feelings of sorrow and find joy in it as well. Thank you Uta such a restorative experience.
