Zoom or In-Person Kids Yoga Teacher Training Program

The in-person program is perfect for yoga teachers who want to earn their RCYT distinction with Yoga Alliance, as well as for teachers and parents who want to teach introduce yoga to kids. If you can’t make the in-person program, please see our online programs.

Our next training will be held June7, 8, 9, and June 14, 15, 2024. You can attend via Zoom or in-person at Bodysattva Healing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks, CA.

The hours of the group training will be 12:30pm-4:30pm Pacific time each day.

Only $595 for the in-person (or Zoom) training + $97 for the self-paced online course

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The In-Person Kids Yoga Training Includes:

  • Kids Yoga Overview and Teaching Principles
  • Child Development and Anatomy of Movement for Kids
  • Classroom management strategies for kids yoga
  • Breathing Physiology and Kids Yoga Breathing Exercises
  • Warm-Ups and Sun Salutations for Kids
  • Standing and Kneeling Postures for Kids
  • Yoga Games and Partner Postures by Age Level
  • Sitting and Lying Yoga Postures for Kids
  • Incorporating Storytelling into Kids Yoga
  • Yoga for Kids with Autism
  • Yoga for Student Athletes
  • Relaxation, Meditation, and Mindfulness for Kids
  • Practice teaching and assisting with Kids Yoga Classes
  • The Business and Ethics of Teaching Yoga to Kids
  • And much more…

Overview

Teaching yoga to kids is a rewarding experience, giving you the opportunity to make positive and lasting changes in the lives of kids.

Our program focuses on developing your ability to provide kids with fun, effective, and safe yoga classes for the ages of 3 years old through teenagers. The program focuses on positive teaching techniques, proper sequencing, safety consideration and kid-friendly modifications.

If you currently teach yoga and would like to specialize in teaching yoga to kids, or if you’re a classroom teacher or otherwise work with kids, this program may be right for you. Our in-person (or Zoom) program fulfills the requirements for the Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher distinction with Yoga Alliance for current yoga teachers. If you are just looking for an introduction to teaching yoga to kids, check out our self-paced online program.
Please note, that the self-paced online program also provides credit towards the in-person (or Zoom) program.

Children are natural yogis. Good posture, the ability to breathe deeply and an open attitude toward life are born with. Yoga is a wonderful way to ensure that we don’t forget these healthy ways of moving, breathing and being. Below are just a few of the benefits that yoga offers for kids :

  • Increased Awareness
  • Improved physical fitness (strength, flexibility, endurance)
  • Better posture
  • Improved breathing and lung capacity
  • Stress relief
  • Increased confidence
  • Improved focus and concentration

To complete the Program:

To earn your Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher certification with Yoga Alliance, you will need to complete the following:
  • Complete the online self-paced course (open book written exam, sample lesson plan, personal statement)
  • Complete a small project of your choice (example: create an outline for a new kids yoga class)
  • Sign and submit a Yoga Teacher Ethics statement
  • Attend the live (or via Zoom) group training sessions
  • Complete your teaching practicum (in group and one individually scheduled practicum)
Completing both the online course and in-person (or via Zoom) training fulfills the requirements for the Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher (RCYT) distinction with Yoga Alliance.
$595 for the in-person (or Zoom) training + $97 for the self-paced online course
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Self-Paced Online Kids Yoga Teaching Program

If you’re a parent or teacher who would like to incorporate yoga into the time you spend with kids, or a yoga teacher who may like to add a few kids yoga classes to your schedule, and would like a less in-depth course to start, check out our online program.
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What Our Students Say

What do past graduates say about the program?

At Yoga Education Institute, I not only became a certified yoga instructor, my entire yoga practice was transformed. Nancy Wile is a detailed, patient, and positive teacher, who helped bring out each of our voices, our individual personalities, and our essence. I was able to move from being very shy to feeling confident in myself and in my ability to teach yoga. With the warm and practical environment she creates, I was able to safely discover my own niche as a teacher. Her format of presenting the anatomy and physiology of yoga is accessible and easy to learn. I could not imagine having a more productive and precise teacher.

Emma Gonzalez

What do past graduates say about the program?

Yoga Education Institute was the perfect way to complete my yoga teacher training. Nancy’s knowledge and positive nature made the course beneficial and enjoyable. Her love and devotion to the practice of yoga is clear and contagious. I highly recommend Yoga Education Institute to anyone considering deepening their own practice and understanding, and/or sharing their love of yoga with others.

Rebecca Heller, RYT 200

What do past graduates say about the program?

This program was great! I learned a lot and enjoyed everyday that I had in person with our teacher, Nancy, and all my classmates! It was a very organized program and Nancy was very kind, calm, and clear when she taught.

Hailey Luder, RYT 200

What do past graduates say about the program?

Great training and tons of education and research materials at your disposal. Nancy, the owner who did my training, is still available to meet any needs or answer any questions long after my training has been over and has become a lifelong friend!

Alyson Wells, RYT 200

What do past graduates say about the program?

This was an excellent yoga training course. The instructor (Nancy) was extremely thorough and amazing in her techniques and knowledge of all the aspects of the course taught. I would highly recommend this yoga teacher training!

Julie Fawcette, RYT 200

What do past graduates say about the program?

The 200 RYT training with Yoga Education Institute was a wonderful experience. In addition to learning teaching techniques, my own practice has become so much deeper. Nancy Wile is an excellent teacher and has so much knowledge and experience to share. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a teacher training.

Angela Wang, RYT 200

Frequently Asked Questions

Our program is 100% guaranteed. If for any reason you decide to not complete the program, simply email us within 60 days of paying for the online course for a full refund.
Once you complete the online program and the in-person training, you will be eligible for the RCYT certification with Yoga Alliance if you are a current yoga teacher. If you complete the online program, you will be eligible for 20 hours of continuing education with Yoga Alliance and will receive a certificate, so you may teach kids yoga and may obtain professional liability insurance for that purpose.
You simply need to love yoga and kids and be willing to practice to enroll in the Kids Yoga Teacher training program.
Missed sessions must be arranged in advance and will be handled on a case by case basis.
After submitting your application for the in-person training, you will be asked to pay a fee of $97 for the online course and to reserve your spot in the in-person training. The full tuition for any in-person training will be due before the first day of the training.
If you have previously completed the Kids Yoga Teacher Training Online Program and want to attend the in-person training, you will just need to submit an application for the in-person program. You will already be listed as paid for the online course and your space will be reserved in the in-person training without any additional fees.

Teacher Staff

Nancy Wile

Nancy Wile (E-RYT 500), the founder of Yoga Education Institute, created the online teacher training programs. She has been practicing yoga for over 25 years and has been training yoga teachers (through RYT 200, RYT 300, Children’s and Prenatal Yoga programs) for over 15 years. She has a doctorate in education from Columbia University and, along with teaching yoga and training yoga teachers, she has spent much time teaching and developing health and wellness programs.

If you have any questions, please email me at: [email protected]

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