and senior staff Kalyani Carlee Cohen Barr and Raisa Punkki from August 22 – November 16, 2026 (no class 9/5, 9/7).
Mondays ONLINE: 5:30–8:30 pm (optional earlier start and end on most Mondays can be arranged)
Saturdays ONLINE or In-person: 8:30 am–12:00 pm, 1:30–4:30 pm
3-day weekend ONLINE with In-person options: Friday 9/25 5:30 pm–Sunday 9/27 12:30 pm
The Yoga Teaching Essentials course provides a thorough training in developing the skills necessary to become a confident, knowledgeable Yoga instructor. It will provide an in-depth understanding of Hatha Yoga to help establish, expand and refine teaching skills. If you are looking to jumpstart your teaching career, or gain more confidence in the classroom, this is a great option for you.
The included Practice Weekend will allow participants to explore depths of the Yogic practices and lifestyle. This experience can then become a guide when sharing these profound teachings with others.
Prerequisites
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Completed Module 1 of our two-part, 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training no more then two years prior to the start of this course. This is Module 2 of the certification program.
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Previously completed RYS 200-hour training with Integral Yoga or with a different school of Yoga.
This course certifies any participant to teach an Integral Yoga Level 1 – Beginners Hatha Yoga class and will be qualified to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200.
Curriculum
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Hatha Yoga – In-depth training in asanas and how to teach them with the ability to adapt to students’ individual needs. Includes instruction in subtle practices such as deep relaxation, pranayama, and meditation, as taught in Integral Yoga Hatha classes.
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Anatomy – Study of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics as they relate to asana practice, with an emphasis on understanding benefits and contraindications.
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Teaching Methodology – Guidance on making adjustments, adapting class sequencing, teaching Yoga workshops, and more.
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Practicum – Weekly practice teaching sessions supported by our experienced mentoring staff. Students receive individual guidance with the goal of teaching a full class by the end of the program.
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Professional Development – Covers ethical guidelines, scope of practice, practical advice for pursuing Yoga teaching as a career, continuing education opportunities, and professional accreditation.
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Online and In-Person Teaching Skills – Training in both virtual and in-person class delivery to prepare for diverse teaching environments.
More information and registration here
