A transformative journey with yoga teacher training at Cultivate Yoga.
Yoga Teacher Training
Whether you are looking to deepen your yoga practice or explore for personal development, this yoga teacher training is approved by the Yoga Alliance. We offer you knowledge and skills for stress management, nutrition, philosophy, anatomy, and more.
A transformative experience
We believe what you cultivate on the mat, you take with you off the mat. Learn the science beyond yoga āsana (posture) and prāṇāyāma (breath control). This training provides you with exposure into many different facets from international guest speakers to simply an opportunity to create a special connection between student to teacher, your community, and to yourself. You will enrich your yoga practice and understanding of yoga as you build daily healthy habits for your mind, body, and spirit. Learn how the ancient yoga techniques still ring true today to benefit our modern day, busy lifestyles.
Yoga Teacher Training Topics
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Anatomy:
-Applied Anatomy
-Biomechanics
-Spine and Nerves
-Muscles and Skeletal System
-Controlled Articular Rotations
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Prāṇāyāma:
-Dynamics of breathing
-Nervous system regulation
-Proper bandhas
-Meditation & Vedic Chanting
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Philosophy:
-8 limbs of yoga
-Yamas & Niyamas
-Yoga Sutras
-Yoga History
-Mythology of the postures
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Āsana:
-Alignment & Stability
-Hands on Assisting
-Modifications
-Teaching Cues
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Our 200 & 300-Hour training programs are approved and registered with the Yoga Alliance; meaning it meets the elevated standards established after 2020 with greater emphasis on nutrition, philosophy, and anatomy - all taught by a Continuing Education Provider (YACEP) and advanced teachers with formal credentials. Upon completion, you will receive a certification and can register with the Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (optional).
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The program is designed to offer personal development as well as lay the foundations (200-hours) or advance your training (300-hours) to be equipped and confident with the tools to teach yoga. It is for all those seeking to find the most authentic version of themselves, expand their knowledge of yoga, deepen their practice, communicate and share better. It encourages self-development and supports experiential learning.
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Yes, we respect and honor your personal reasons. Self-study and interpersonal development are equally important, and part of the yoga journey. You will however be required to participate in the “teach out” portion of the program in order to graduate.
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The style of yoga taught is a Hatha blend: basic Vinyasa, Iyengar, Jivamukti, and Ashtanga Vinyasa. These styles of yoga are rooted in experiential learning, breath-synchronized movement, conscious rest, and approaches the ancient practice as a journey to the self with care and contemplation. We will emphasize the balance of motion and stillness, curiosity and creativity, and lay the foundation to teach Vinyasa, Power, and Gentle Flow, as well as your own unique style of yoga. This includes understanding the postures and anatomical elements. We also have subject matter experts in each style of yoga provide hands-on instructional learning, practice teaching, required reading from specific resources, and our team will offer a student self-study guide. This physical, paper-based study guide is much like a companion guide outlined into core sections (with visuals, diagrams, Sanskrit translated into English, asana, anatomy, chanting, etc.) to allow students to document notes along the way while serving as a main reference point.
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Typically, practicing yoga for at least 6 months is recommended to understand the basic shala/studio etiquette and common movements. However, there are no prerequisites or requirements to be a part of this training other than a desire to learn and study yoga.
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Homework is between 2-3 hours each week, along with daily meditation, practicing of asana, practice teaching, and hands-on assisting.
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Throughout the training, our team is available to answer any questions and provide feedback as you progress as a teacher. In addition to several required assignments, you must complete your final “teach out” to your peers in order to graduate, along with a general written exam which you can use your notes.
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Show up on time each day ready to learn. Attend the minimum number of hours required by the Yoga Alliance, complete all required assignments and quizzes (reading, lectures, practice hours, onsite sessions with subject matter experts), complete your teach out to your peers, and pass your final exam (yes, you can use your notes!)
Learn from Experienced Teachers
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Dr. Raj Balkaran
Scholar of Sanskrit Literature, Philosophy and Mythology | Indian Wisdom School
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Gretchen Spetz
Registered Dietitian & Integrative Health | Functional Kitchen Nutrition
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Dr. Rebecca Fredrick-Rose
RYT-200 | Internal Medicine & Anatomy | Cultivate Warrior
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Dr. Eric Perez
Doctor of Chiropractic | Biomechanics | Phyt for Function
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Evan Scharfeld
RYT-200 | Pranayama & Cultivate Board Member
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Colleen Alber
ERYT-500 | Business of Yoga & Cultivate Board Member
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Shannon Sabol
RYT-200 | Certified Ayurveda Wellness Counselor
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Jen Goetchius
ERYT-500 | Lead Trainer & Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider
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