Yoga Teacher Training Summer Intensive (RYT 200 Program)
(Please note – This year you can choose to attend this program either in-person or live via Zoom)
October 2022 (dates coming soon)
We would love to have you join us!
Through this training, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the many layers of yoga, advance your own practice, and learn to teach transformative yoga classes to others, all in a fun and supportive environment. This program fulfills all the requirements for the 200 level yoga teacher certification with Yoga Alliance (RYT 200). (see our profile on Yoga Alliance)
For more information about our 200 hour program, and answers to frequently asked questions, please see the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Information
The program is facilitated by Nancy Wile who is the founder and director of Yoga Education Institute.
Read more about Nancy and our other instructors.
Apply for the 200-Hour Program here, or
contact us at [email protected] or call 1-866-790-2040.
If for any reason you are unable to complete the full training, you will be eligible for a partial refund based
on the amount of training you have already completed.
Apply for the 200-Hour Program here
Return to General 200 Hour Program Information
What’s in it for you:
— A highly rated and well-respected program. Offering yoga teacher training for 15+ years to hundreds of students, and consistently receiving the highest reviews on Yoga Alliance.
— Incredible resources. You have unlimited access to our comprehensive online training manuals (over 1400 pages of yoga teaching instruction) and videos.
— Affordable. We keep the tuition reasonable so you can pursue your love of yoga without excess financial burdens.
— Beautiful and serene location. Bodysattva Healing Arts Center is the perfect location for yoga.
— Individual attention. We limit the number of students, so you can receive the individual attention you deserve.
— Focus on your own voice as a yoga teacher. Rather than have you copy our style, we help you develop your own authentic way of teaching.
— Business Training. Through this program, you not only become an extraordinary yoga teacher, you also learn how to create a successful yoga business or yoga teaching practice.
— A highly qualified program director. Nancy Wile, founder of Yoga Education Institute, has practiced yoga for 25+ years and has been training new yoga teachers for 15+ years. Along with her work in yoga, she has a doctorate in Education from Columbia University and much experience developing and evaluating health related programs at universities.
— On-going Support. During the training and long after it’s over, we will be there for you, helping you bring your yoga gifts to the world and to realize your dreams.
— Money back guarantee. If you can’t make the training for any reason, we are always happy to give you a full refund up to the first day of training.
For more general information about our program, and answers to frequently asked questions, please see the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Information
Location and Dates:
In 2021, students have the option to participate via Zoom, if preferred, due to COVID
(Students can attend the training fully at the Four Seasons Resort, fully via Zoom, or a mix of both formats – whatever is best for you).
This training will be led by our Director, Nancy Wile.
Location:
Four Seasons Hotel and Resort
Two Dole Drive
Westlake Village, CA
or via Zoom
June 19-30, 2021
Sample Workshop Schedule (each day begins at 9:00 am Pacific Time and will end at 4/4:30pm)
- June 19 – Introductions, History of Yoga, Understanding Yoga Philosophy, General Yoga Teaching Techniques, Understanding Different Styles of Yoga, Teaching and Practicing Warm Ups and Sun Salutations
- June 20 – Teaching and Practicing Standing and Balancing Postures, Teaching and Practicing Arm Balances and Front Lying Postures
- June 21 – Teaching and Practicing Forward Facing Inversions, Seated Postures, Back Facing Inversions, and Back Lying Postures
- June 22 – Art of Sequencing for Different Styles of Yoga, Incorporating Themes into a Yoga Class, Effective Use of Props, Chair Yoga, Restorative Yoga
- June 23 – Pranayama, Bandhas, Meditation, Foundations of Mindfulness, Introduction to Yoga Nidra
- June 24 – Partner Yoga, Hands On Adjustments, Teaching and Practicing Vinyasa and Viniyoga
- June 25 – Optional Day. There will be multiple optional yoga classes this day. You can attend as many classes as you like and/or use this time to complete assignments and prepare for your in-group practicum
- June 26 – Anatomy of Hatha Yoga, Biomechanics of Movement, Physiology of Yoga, Introduction to Iyengar Yoga, Group Practicum Time.
- June 27 – Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga, Sanskrit Pronunciation and Meaning, Teaching Challenging Asanas, How to properly activate the core for a safer and more effective yoga practice, Group Practicum Time
- June 28 – Yoga for Specific Health Issues (Yoga for Back/Neck Pain, Knee Pain, Headaches, Digestive Issues, Fatigue, Allergies, Arthritis, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and as complimentary care during cancer treatment, Introduction to Sivananda Yoga, Group Practicum Time
- June 29 – Introduction to the Doshas and Ayurveda, Yoga for Specific Groups (prenatal, kids), Introduction to Yin Yoga, Yoga Philosophy and the Yoga Sutras, Group Practicum Time
- June 30 – Creating a Successful Yoga Business, Developing Yoga Workshops and Retreats, Becoming a Leader in Yoga, Review Session, Practicum Time
**In addition to the group training intensive, students also received individualized training. Each individual practicum will be scheduled separately at each student’s convenience.
Each trainee has the option to attend any future in-person training sessions in California or via Zoom at a large discount if you choose to do so.
Our program fulfills all the requirements for the 200 level Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200) certification with Yoga Alliance. To be eligible for registration with Yoga Alliance, students participating in the intensive must also complete our online (self-paced) course in addition to the in-person (or via Zoom) intensive.
**Please note that prior to the yoga teacher training group training intensive, you will be asked to order and begin our supplemental self-paced online course.
Payment Information
The full training includes two payments:
1) payment for the supplemental online (self-paced) course and materials ($295), and
2) payment for the in-person training intensive (3 payments of $499).
The price of the online course materials is $295. Once you have paid for the online course, your spot will
be reserved in the in-person intensive.
Tuition for the in-person summer intensive (in-person or via Zoom) is 3 payments of $499.
Payment for the in-person intensive is due before the first day of the intensive. We offer payment plans if needed.
Apply for the Program Now.
After we review your application, you will receive a link to pay for the online course material. Once you pay for the online course materials ($295),
you will receive all necessary materials and your space in the training intensive will be reserved.
If you decide for any reason not to attend the training, simply let us know at least two days before the start of the training for a full refund of any payments you have made.
If for any reason you are unable to complete the full training, you will be eligible for a partial refund based
on the amount of training you have already completed.
