Teacher Training
200-Hour Yoga Alliance Registered
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. While the majority of our training takes place in person, it also includes 30 hours of online, asynchronous sessions to help easily incorporate training into your daily life. Apply today and join us for a free info session on August 26 to learn more.
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 7-month journey starting October 2023 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. A 20 class pass will be added to your account at the start of training. If you have a membership it will be paused until those 20 classes are used.
- 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
2023/24 Training 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. We will hold a free info session on August 26th at 1pm for those interested in learning more about the program.
October
20-22
November
3-5
December
Online asynchronous. No in person dates. Optional in person CPR/AED training.
January
19-21
February
9-11 and 23-25
March
8-10
April
12-14
Graduation weekend!
Friday
6:30 – 9:30pm: Crafting a restorative yoga class
Saturday
11:45am – 1:45pm: Alignment of Surya Namaskar B
1:45-2:30pm: Lunch break
2:30 – 4:00pm: Nadis, Nadi Shodana, Prana Vayus
4:00- 6:00pm: Introduction to Anatomical Body Movement
Sunday
9:00am-12:00pm Learning to teach & Practice teaching Surya Namaskar B
12:00-1:00pm: Lunch break
1:00-3:00pm: Alignment of Standing & Balancing Poses
3:00-3:15pm: Break
3:15pm – 5:30pm: Introduction to Hands on Assisting
Instructors
Mary Scudella, E-RYT 500
Colby Cooper, E-RYT 500
Karley St. Pierre, RYT 200
Anna Egleston RYT 500
Rachel Wright, E-RYT 500
Roxane Banville, RTY 500
Cost & Registration
A $200 non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance into the program to hold your space in training. Apply today to save!
Please start the application process by filling out the application and submitting it. You will then be contacted to set up a short meeting either via Zoom or in-person with Colby or Mary. You may also attend a group Info Session in lieu of a meeting. Once your application is approved you will receive a link to submit your $200 non-refundable deposit and select your payment option.
Applications must be submitted before paying for training. You will be contacted if your application is accepted with registration & payment instructions. Join us for a free info session on August 26th at 1pm to learn more about the program. Application deadline is October 1st. No refunds.
Includes:
All Teacher Training Sessions
Teacher Training Manual
Access to online sessions throughout course of training
Access to our pre-recorded library of 200+ yoga classes
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 September 4th, 2023
Option 2
$3,000
Paid in full after September 4th, and before October 1st
Option 3
$3,200
Paid in 4 monthly installments of $800 with first installment due by October 1, 2023
