What You'll Learn
Our internationally accredited Trauma-Informed 500 RYT pathway bundles our 200 HR RYT Certificate WITH our 300 HR Adv. RYT Certificate, meeting (and exceeding) the Yoga Alliance (YA) elevated standards of Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) so that you can earn your 500 HR RYT credentials in as little as 11 months.
This accelerated path is designed to equip you to be a skilled and compassionate Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher trained in the Hatha Yoga tradition with introductions to Yin, Vinyasa, and Chair Yoga traditions so that you can effectively teach in today's modern Yoga environment.
Segment One
You will earn your 200 RYT credientals which will equip you to be a skilled and compassionate Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher trained in the Hatha Yoga tradition with introductions to Yin, Vinyasa, and Chair Yoga traditions so that you can effectively teach in today's modern Yoga environment, including:
- Yoga History, Styles, and Lineage
- Yoga Ethics & Philosophy
- Anatomy & Kinesiology for Yoga
- Anatomy of Trauma and Benefits of TI Yoga
- Anatomy of Pranayama & Yoga Breathing Techniques
- Subtle Body, Mudras, Mantras, and Bandhas
- Teaching Methodology for TI Hatha Yoga
- Fundamentals of ARC-based Sequencing & TI Yoga Cueing
- Alignment & Modifications for 100+ Asana/Yoga Postures
- Hands on Assits and Modifications
- Making Yoga Accessible for all levels and abilities
- Best Practices for Injuries, Contraindications, and Pregnancy
- The Scientific Benefits & Integration of Meditation
- Class Design for TI Yoga
- Cueing Salutations for Varying Levels
- Common Pose Sequences and Modifications for Varying Levels
- Finding Your Voice as a Yoga Teacher
- Fundamentals of Teaching TI Yin, Vinyasa, and Chair Yoga
- Professional Ethics as a Yoga Teacher & Best Practices
- Business Essentials for New Yoga Teachers
- RYT Path with Yoga Alliance
Segment Two
Once you complete a successful teaching demonstration of all that you have learned, will also start building your resume by teaching a series of classes in our work study/mentorship portion of the course. In addition, you will select a topic of interest related to Yoga (with the approval of your lead instructor) to research as you create a signature 2 hour workshop to present as part of the Advanced portion of your training.
Segment Three
During this portion of the program, you will earn your 300/500 Advanced RYT credentials as you deepen your grasp of material covered in the 200 HR course, refine your teaching skills, and expand you knowledge of advanced trauma-informed principles and more, including:
- Advanced Engagement with Yoga Ethics & Philosophy
- Advanced Engagement with the Anatomy of Trauma & PolyVagal Theory
- Trauma-Informed Teaching Methodolgy
- ARC-Based Sequencing
- Trauma-Informed Cueing for Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Postures
- Pranayama/Breathing for Trauma-Recovery
- Teaching 160+ Fundamental Asana Postures from a Trauma-Informed Perspective
- Alignment Mapping Techniques for Form and Function
- Teaching Advanced Asana including Arm Balances, Binds, Advanced Balance, Standing and Floorwork Poses, and Inversions from a Trauma-Informed Perspective
- Making Intermediate and Advanced Level Poses Accessible for Beginners and Differently-Abled Students
- How to Consistently Create Sequences that are Safe, Effective, and Engaging for All Levels
- The Scientific Benefits & Integration of Guided Mindfulness- Based Meditation and Yoga Nidra for Stress Reduction
- Cueing Salutation A, B, C & Moon for Varying Levels
- Finding Your Voice as a Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher
- Signature Program Development
- Resources to help you get started as a 300/500 Yoga Teacher
- Professional Ethics as a Yoga Teacher & Best Practices
- Professional Development for 300/500 RYTs
Course Schedule
Segment 1: Core Curriculum
4/7/2025-5/30/2025
WEEKLY - LIVE ONLINE YTT SESSIONS
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
9:30 - 11:30 AM (Pacific Time)
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM (Eastern Time)
Teaching Practicum
Weekly Sundays (5/4-5/25)
1:00 - 3:00 PM (Pacific Time)
4:00 - 6:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Segment 2: Research and Workshop Development
6/1/2025-7/25/2025
4 One-to-One Coaching Sessions
Segment 3: Adv. YTT Lecture & Practicum
7/26/2025-12/13/2025
Weekly on-demand instructional content from 9/8/2025-10/31/2025
Adv. YTT Lectures Bi-Weekly Saturdays
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Noon - 5:00 PM (Eastern Time)
July 26th
August 9th
August 23rd
September 6th
September 20th
Teaching Practicum
Select Sundays
1:00 - 3:00 PM (Pacific Time)
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Mountain Time)
4:00 - 6:00 PM (Eastern Time)
October 5th
October 12th
October 19th
October 26th
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WORKSTUDY INTERNSHIP
(July 28 - December 13)
Teaching and/or co-teaching one class per week through the online studio with FOUR Coaching session to deepen your teaching skills.
Schedule TBD with Lead Instructor.
The Journey to Certification and Beyond
Certification Components Include:
- Attend Live In-Person and/or Online YTT Sessions (See Attendance Policy)
- Complete Reading and Homework as Assigned;
- Complete 150 Guided Practice Hours, including 25 Hours of Intermediate/Advanced Level Practice (Provided in Coursework);
- Pass an Open-Book, Multiple Choice Final Exam;
- Attend Practicum Teaching OR Teach 5 Internship Classes;
- Pass a Teaching Demonstration.
- Completing 15 Hours of YTT Practicum Observation & Reflection;
- Completing a minimum of 30 Hours of Teaching, Assistant Teaching, and YTT Practicum Internship;
- Creating & Presenting a 2 HR Workshop on Advanced YTT Application for Evaluation and Approval;
- Presenting Your Workshop for 2 CEUS to other RYTs;
Graduates Can Professionally:
- Teach Beginning to Advanced Group & Private Yoga Classes;
- Offer Beginning to Advanced Yoga Workshops;
- Host Beginning to Advanced Yoga Retreats;
- Work in a Gym, Clinical Setting, Yoga Studio, or Wellness Center;**
- Start a Yoga Studio, Business, Outreach, or Ministry;
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Work towards meeting YA standards for E-500 RYT, YACEP Provider, and RYS Educator.
** Please note that employment opportunities vary by location, organization, and employer. Please inquire directly with any potential employers or organizations you wish to work with to ensure you understand their requirements before registering.
$500 Military Scholarship
Available for all Military Service Members, Veterans, and their Spouses. Following registration, our team will reach out to confirm scholarship eligibility.
Use code: MILITARY at checkout for $500 off.
*Please note that if you do not meet eligibility requirements access to the course will be revoked and you will have to re-register to complete payment.
$400 Community Service Scholarship
Available for all Licensed Therapists, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, First Responders, Ordained Clergy, PreK-12th Grade Educators, and Professional RYT Yoga Teachers who are teaching at least once a month. Following registration, our team will reach out to confirm scholarship eligibility.
Use code: COMSER at checkout for $400 off.
*Please note that if you do not meet eligibility requirements access to the course will be revoked and you will have to re-register to complete payment.
MyCAA 100% Scholarship
for eligible military spouses
In order to use this scholarship for our RYT program, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Military spouses of active-duty service members and spouses of National Guard and reserve members on Title 10 orders in grades E-1 through E-9, W-1 through W-3 and O-1 through O-3 can register for MyCAA financial assistance.
- OR Spouses married to members of the National Guard and reserves in these same pay grades are eligible.
- Must have a high school diploma or obtained a GED
If you meet these requirements, you can register for this course using the code MYCAA for 100% off at registration! Our team will follow up with you directly following registration to start the MyCAA process.
*Please note that if you do not successfully meet eligibility and complete the MyCAA process access to the course will be revoked and you will have to re-register to complete payment.
What's Included
- 360+ hours of instructional content, giving you time to absorb and embody the course content as you make the transformational shift from Yoga Practitioner to Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor.
- TEN 60 Minute private mentoring sessions as you develop a specialized workshop.
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Optional live coaching sessions with brief instructional overviews of the week's content and time to ask any questions you might have along the way.
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FREE online yoga classes through our Online Studio to complete the necessary practice hours
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Class Design and Sequencing Tools, Cueing Prompts, and Guided Meditation Scripts to help find your voice as a new teacher.
- Business tools including liability language, prompts to help you find your niche, marketing ideas, and more to empower you to succeed as a professional Yoga Instructor.
- Lifetime access to all lectures, classes, and course content through our YTT Alumni page where you can always come back to content and maintain access to our network of graduates.
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800+ page accredited course manual to support your learning and teaching career.
Not what you're looking for right now?
Check out our other courses! You can take our separate 200 HR or 300 HR courses either live, on-demand, or hybrid. Also, check out our FREE online studio where we host our Trauma-Informed Yoga classes.
