Teacher Training
200-Hour Flow Yoga
Bliss Body Yoga’s 200-Hour teacher training offers a unique path for students interested in teaching yoga or simply deepening their own practice. Through this training you’ll gain a foundation in yoga asana, philosophy, anatomy, assisting, and much more. Join us for this transformational journey.
Discover Your Voice, Deepen Your Practice & Teach From Your Heart
Training Details
Bliss Body Yoga’s 200-Hour Flow Yoga Teacher Training is an experiential training that will support you in discovering your unique teaching style and authentic voice. This training you will give you a strong foundation and understanding of what it means to truly “teach from your heart.” Our expert teachers will guide you on this transformational 5-month journey as you gain a deeper understanding of the practice of yoga as well as confidence in teaching. In addition to learning the lifecycle of a flow class, the training also includes modules on Anatomy, Ayurveda, Restorative Yoga, Teaching Beginners, Yin Yoga, and Prenatal Yoga, plus hands-on teaching experience. Whether your intention is to teach yoga or simply deepen your personal practice, this training will provide you with a heart-centered and transformational life experience.
- Yoga History & Philosophy
- Yoga Asana, Techniques & Teaching Methodology
- Class Sequencing
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Pranayama, Meditation, Mudra & Mantra
- Practice Teaching & Assists
- Teaching Beginners
- Ayurveda & Yogic Lifestyle
- Prenatal, Yin & Restorative Yoga
- Stress & the Nervous System
- Business and Ethics of Yoga Teaching
- Teaching Practicum (Classes & Assisting)
- 1 year minimum yoga experience
- Attendance in all course sessions, completion of all required reading & homework
- Completion of all course requirements
- Attendance of 20 classes at Bliss Body Yoga during training
- 3 classroom observations and 3 classroom assists during training
- Full payment of course fees
Required Reading:
These books should be purchased/downloaded prior to training but do not have to be read prior to the start of training.
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Commentary by Swami Satchidananda
Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar
Hatha Yoga Pradipika Free online download
Gita Wisdom by Joshua Greene
The Yoga Anatomy Coloring Book by Kelly Solloway
Upcoming Dates & Times
In the event of a scheduling conflict or missed class, students will be assigned makeup work. Students cannot miss more than one full weekend of training. In the event of inclement weather, training will be held virtually on Zoom. We will determine the need to switch online based on student and teacher’s ability to safely commute to the studio in instances of snow/ice.
2023 Dates:
January
Jan. 6 - 8
Jan. 20-22
February
Feb. 3-5
Feb. 24-26
March
Mar. 3-5
Mar. 17-19
April
Mar. 31 - Apr. 2
Apr. 21-23
May
May 5-7
Weekend 1
Friday
6:30 – 9:30pm: Welcome to training & intention setting Experiential Practice (Ahimsa)
Saturday
11:45am – 1:45pm: Reflection discussion “What Yoga Means to You” Experiential Practice, Partner Yoga
1:45-2:30pm: Lunch break
2:30 – 6:00pm: Introduction to Yoga Philosophy: 8 limbs of Yoga, Yamas & Niyamas, and Book 2 of Yoga Sutras
Yogi Lifestyle lecture & discussion
Sunday
9:00am-12:00pm Alignment of Surya Namaskar A Learning to teach Surya Namaskar A Introduction to Vinyasa Krama/Sequencing with Mary
12:00-1:00pm: Lunch break
1:00-3:00pm: Durga Pranayama 3 part breath Discussion: Applying Yamas & Niyamas in daily life
3:00-3:15pm: Break
3:15pm – 5:30pm: Practice teaching Surya A in pairs
Instructors
Mary Scudella, E-RYT 500
Rachel Wright, E-RYT 500
Colby Cooper, E-RYT 500
Anna Egleston RYT 500
Karley St. Pierre, RYT 200
Cost & Registration
A $200 non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance into the program to hold your space in training.
Applications must be submitted before paying for training. You will be contacted if your application is accepted with registration & payment instructions.
Includes:
All Teacher Training Sessions
Teacher Training Manual
Attendance in 20 yoga classes at Bliss Body Yoga
Mentoring by lead teachers throughout the training
Not included: some props for training & training required texts. All trainees should have a yoga mat & a yoga blanket. These props can be purchased in the studio boutique if needed.
No refunds/credits once training begins. Apply online first before submitting payment. Application must be submitted and accepted before paying for training.
Option 1
$2,800
Early bird pricing paid in full by December 1st, 2022
Option 2
$3,000
Paid in full
Option 3
$3,200
Paid in 4 monthly installments of $800 with first installment due by December 15th, 2022
