Awaken your Power 

200-HR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

A JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY, PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION, AND EMBODIED LEADERSHIP

HOSTED BY YOGA CULTURE STUDIO

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Whether you’re here to deepen your practice, explore yoga as a path of self-discovery, or step into the role of teacher and space holder, this training offers a powerful path to growth, purpose, and embodied leadership.

What This Journey Will Unlock for You

Rooted in three core principles, this training supports your growth on every level—body, mind, and spirit.

Embodied Leadership
Learn to lead with presence, authenticity, and confidence. You’ll develop the ability to hold space for yourself and others, creating safe and empowering environments whether you’re teaching yoga or leading in daily life.

Deepened Self-Awareness
Through mindful movement, breathwork, and self-inquiry, you’ll cultivate a stronger connection to your body and inner wisdom. This self-awareness becomes the foundation for your teaching and your personal growth, helping you show up fully and intentionally.

Purposeful Teaching
Gain practical tools to design classes and guide students with intention and care. Whether you choose to teach professionally or simply share your love of yoga with those around you, you’ll know how to inspire transformation with clarity and compassion.

WHAT TO EXPECT 

A supportive, empowering, and inclusive space where you’ll be challenged to grow, reflect, and lead. This training balances structured learning with embodied experience, offering real-time teaching practice, mentorship, feedback, and a committed community that walks with you every step of the way.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

→200-hour certification

→Skills to sequence and lead safe, inclusive yoga classes

→A deeper connection to your body, breath, and inner wisdom

→Confidence to lead with authenticity and presence

→Tools to regulate your nervous system and hold grounded space

→Real-world preparation for teaching in studios, online, or in your own way

→Lifelong friendships and a supportive community

→Resources to support your continued growth as a teacher or practitioner

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

→History and purpose of postures, including anatomical breakdown, cueing, assisting, and safe modifications

→Intelligent sequencing and how to build effective, purposeful classes

→Pranayama techniques such as Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, and Kapalabhati, plus how to teach and sequence breath practices

→The philosophy and energetic anatomy of the subtle body: Chakras, Nadis, Koshas, Kleshas, Prana Vayus

→Meditation techniques, mantra, chanting, and mudras

→Functional anatomy: muscular system, skeletal system, connective tissue, biomechanics, and alignment

→Physiology: nervous system regulation, vagal tone, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, and circulatory systems

→Yogic texts and traditions: Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Vedas

→Teaching methodology: verbal, visual, and physical cueing, class flow, hands-on practice

→Trauma-informed and inclusive teaching approaches

→Ethical leadership, accountability, and accessibility in modern yoga

→Business essentials: professionalism, branding, insurance, waivers, and promotion

→Opportunities to teach, receive mentorship, give and receive feedback

→Elective topics include Ayurveda, sacred sound, myofascial systems, working with special populations and more

TRAINING SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE

2026-2027

OCT 3-4

OCT 24-25

NOV 14-15

DEC 5-6

JAN 9-10

JAN 23-24

FEB 6-7

FEB 20-21

MARCH 13-14

MARCH 27-28

APRIL 17-18 (Graduation)

***These sessions are held in person.

Tuesday 6-8 pm (online every week)

SATURDAY 1-8 pm in-person

SUNDAY 12-4 pm in- person

TRAINING TIMES

***Online sessions will focus on lecture and discussion.

*** Our first Tuesday gathering will take place in person, offering a beautiful opportunity to connect face-to-face as we begin this journey together.

***All training sessions are scheduled exclusively within the studio’s existing hours, creating a balanced rhythm that supports your learning and the overall studio community.

Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees.

— B.K.S. Iyengar

REQUIREMENTS

Yoga Teacher Training Certification Requirements

To receive full certification, all Yoga Teacher Training students must complete the following:

  • Attend all scheduled training sessions

  • Check in with the lead trainer every week (approx. 30 min)

  • Complete all homework assignments, including readings from assigned texts

  • Co-teach 1 collaborative class with your training group

  • Teach one individual class with your training group

  • Teach 4 live studio classes (to be confirmed):
    ▪ 1 All Levels, 1 Gentle, 1 Hot Vinyasa, 1 of choice
    ▪ Choose your preferred temperature: Hot, Warm, or non-heated
    (Additional teaching opportunities are available if desired)

  • Observe 15 different classes across various styles and levels- in or outside of the studio.

  • Pass the Final Exam with a score of 75% or higher


IMPORTANT: To receive certification, trainees must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the course material, complete all required assignments, and attend all scheduled training hours, either live or via approved makeup sessions. Exceptions to live attendance may be granted in the case of emergencies or special circumstances, subject to approval by lead instructor. While written materials will be provided for any missed sessions, completion of all training hours is mandatory. Makeup sessions that require instructor involvement may incur additional fees.


Tuition: $3,200
Payment Plans Available

This journey is intimate, intentional, and aligned—so the process starts with a brief application followed by a 20–30 minute Zoom call with me. This gives us both a chance to connect, ask questions, and make sure the training is the right fit for where you are.

After that, you'll be invited to submit your $500 deposit to officially reserve your spot.
Please note: Once accepted, your deposit becomes non-refundable and is applied toward your tuition.

Payment plans are available through installments. Due to the intimate and personalized nature of this experience, all payments—including deposits and tuition balances—are non-refundable and non-transferable. Full tuition must be paid by September 3, 2026.

Any enrollment after September 3, 2026 requires payment in FULL at the time of registration.

Investment & Application Process

REQUIRED READING:

(not included in tuition price)

The Science of Yoga: Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice by Ann Swanson

Teaching Yoga: Essential Foundations and Techniques by Mark Stephens

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Not at all. This training is about deepening your relationship with yoga—body, breath, and beyond. You don’t need to be able to do handstands or have years of experience. What matters most is your curiosity, commitment, and openness to growth.

  • That’s completely okay. Many people take this training for their own self-discovery, healing, and growth. Teaching is just one path this training prepares you for—you’ll also gain tools for embodied leadership, nervous system support, and meaningful life integration.

  • This is a foundational, holistic training that blends Hatha, Vinyasa, and mindfulness-based practices. You’ll learn to teach accessible, breath-centered, intentional yoga that honors the roots of the tradition while making space for your own authentic expression.

  • We understand life happens. However, in order to maintain the integrity of the training and meet certification requirements, any missed time will be required to be made up for an additional fee.

  • This is a 200-hour training, with the all of hours delivered live in-online or in- person. In addition to our scheduled sessions, you’ll also be expected to complete homework, personal practice, practice teaching, observations, and self-study assignments outside of class. This training is immersive and intentionally designed to support integration—what you put into it, you’ll get out of it.

  • You won’t be going through this alone. You’ll receive guidance from lead teacher, opportunities for mentorship, peer support, and space for honest questions and reflection throughout the journey.

  • Once you submit your application, we’ll schedule a 20–30 minute Zoom call to connect. This is a chance for us to get to know each other, answer any questions you may have, and discuss the importance of the commitment you're considering.

    After our call, you’ll be invited to submit your $500 non-refundable deposit to officially reserve your spot in the training.