Don Stapleton

Don Stapleton, PhD has an extensive work experience in the field of yoga education. Don is the co-founder and co-director of the Nosara Yoga Institute in Costa Rica, where they have been delivering professional yoga trainings for over 40 years. Don is also the author of the book "Self-Awakening Yoga: The Expansion of Consciousness Through the Body's Own Wisdom." In addition to their role as the Dean of Yoga Teacher Training & Professional Yoga Education at the Nosara Yoga Institute, they are also the owner and founder of the institute, which offers various career tracks and certifications in yoga education. Prior to their work at the Nosara Yoga Institute, Don served as the Dean of Yoga Education at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health and as the Director of Yoga Teacher Training at the Omega Institute. Don has made significant contributions to the field through curriculum design and has been recognized internationally for their expertise in yoga education.

Don Stapleton, PhD, has an extensive education history. Don began their academic journey in 1964 at Texas Tech University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Art Education and Human Development, completing their studies in 1966. Afterward, they joined Penn State University in 1969 and dedicated seven years to earning their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Art Education with a specialization in Creativity and Human Development, completing their degree in 1976.

In addition to their formal education, Don Stapleton also engaged in other educational experiences. Don attended Kripalu and the Nosara Yoga Institute, although no specific degree or field of study information is available for these institutions.