UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL.

become a certified yoga teacher.

Whether you are a dedicated yogi looking to deepen your practice or someone inspired to share the transformative power of yoga with others, our comprehensive 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is the perfect opportunity. This training is designed for those who want to immerse themselves in the rich traditions of yoga, enhance their personal growth, and gain the skills necessary to teach yoga confidently and safely.

Why Take Our Yoga Teacher Training?

  • Personal Growth: Deepen your yoga practice and understanding of yourself.

  • Professional Development: Acquire the skills and credentials to teach yoga professionally.

  • Community: Join a supportive and like-minded community of yoga enthusiasts.

  • Holistic Learning: Explore diverse yoga lineages and techniques to develop a well-rounded practice.

What’s Included?

Our training program covers a wide array of topics and practices, ensuring a thorough and well-rounded yoga education:

  • Expert Instruction: Learn from seasoned yoga practitioners and guest instructors with diverse specializations.

  • Comprehensive Training Materials: Receive in-depth training manuals, online resources, and access to exclusive content.

  • Diverse Yoga Styles: Explore a wide range of yoga styles including Vinyasa, Hatha, Ashtanga, Yin, and more.

  • Specialized Workshops: Engage in workshops covering topics from Thai Massage to Trauma-Informed Practices.

  • Hands-On Practice: Gain practical experience with daily asana practice, teaching labs, and peer feedback sessions.

  • Supportive Community: Join a network of like-minded peers to share insights and experiences.

  • Excursions and Ceremonies: Participate in meaningful ceremonies and excursions that deepen your understanding of yoga's cultural and spiritual aspects.

The Details.

  • This comprehensive program spans four months and offers an in-depth exploration of various yoga styles, from Vinyasa to Ashtanga, taught by expert instructors and guest teachers. With a rich curriculum that includes specialized workshops, hands-on teaching labs, and supportive community activities, our training not only equips you to become a skilled yoga instructor but also enriches your personal growth and understanding of yoga's diverse traditions and practices. Join us to expand your knowledge, enhance your teaching skills, and connect deeply with your mind, body, and spirit.

    This program is Yoga Alliance accredited. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive their 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (200-RYT) certificate through Yoga Alliance, opening doors to teaching opportunities and furthering their professional journey in the world of yoga.

  • Elena Cuomo, E-RYT 500, FRCms

    Elena is an advanced-level teacher with training in both Hatha and Power Yoga. She also specializes in functional movement and corrective exercise. She has an energetic style and brings enthusiasm to each and every class she leads. Elena's passion lies in allowing students to gain the most out of their experience physically and mentally, leaving students feeling energized, invigorated, and at peace. Elena has taught all age groups and her teaching encourages students to develop their own personal practice to gain the full benefits of yoga.

    When not teaching or practicing, she can be found lifting weights and running (mostly after her three kids and two dogs), reading, studying biomechanics, or enjoying precious time with family and friends.

    Kimber Brenneman, PhD, CYT-500

    Kimber has been practicing yoga since 2008 and teaching since 2014. She began practicing after having surgery to reconstruct a torn ACL. It proved to be incredibly helpful in restoring her full knee flexion and gave her a special interest in yoga for those with injuries. She practices yoga because it focuses her mind, gets her out of her head, and keeps her body feeling good. Kimber loves teaching alignment focused Beginner Yoga, all levels of Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Restorative, Gentle, Yin, arm balances, inversions, and partner yoga. Her absolute favorite way to take her yoga practice off the mat and into the air is by practicing and teaching AcroYoga. Kimber is a certified Thai Bodywork practitioner with additional training in trigger point therapy. She offers therapeutic workshops and one on one sessions. Her mission is to help people cultivate better communication with themselves and others in a joyful way.

  • Training Weekends

    • Weekend 1
      Friday, Dec 13
      Saturday, Dec 14
      Sunday, Dec 15

    • Weekend 2
      Friday, Jan 3
      Saturday, Jan 4
      Sunday, Jan 5

    • Weekend 3
      Friday, Jan 17
      Saturday, Jan 18
      Sunday, Jan 19

    • Weekend 4
      Friday, Jan 31
      Saturday, Feb 1
      Sunday, Feb 2

    • Weekend 5
      Saturday, Feb 15
      Sunday, Feb 16

    • Weekend 6
      Friday, Mar 7
      Saturday, Mar 8
      Sunday, Mar 9

    • Weekend 7
      Friday, Mar 28
      Saturday, Mar 29
      Sunday, Mar 30

    • Weekend 8
      Saturday, Apr 12
      Sunday, Apr 13 (Half-Day)

    Meeting Times by Day

    Fridays | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Saturdays & Sundays | 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

  • The training costs $3,775 or less, early registration and in-full payments receive a discount. Need-based scholarships, scholarships to promote diversity and equity in our training, and payment plans are available. We are hoping to be able to include everyone who is passionate about learning.

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FAQs.

  • Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training spans 4 months, meeting for 8 weekends from December 2024 to April 2025. Sessions include yoga practice, study, excursions, and learning diverse lineages from various guest instructors.

  • This training is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their connection to yoga, community, and self. It covers yoga philosophy, history, asana, meditation, spirituality, anatomy, and personal development.

  • Some yoga experience is recommended, but the training is foundational. We welcome all levels as long as you are passionate about self-improvement and learning.

  • Many take the training for personal growth and community experience. You'll gain a deeper connection to yourself and a comprehensive understanding of yoga, even if you don't plan to teach.

  • To graduate and register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200, you need 200 hours. You can miss one weekend (16.5 hours) but must make up additional hours if you miss more than 21 hours. Missing over 33 hours means ineligibility for graduation.

  • Our schedule will vary weekend-to-weekend, but may look something like this:

    Fridays

    • 6:30pm-9pm Group activity/lecture/introduction to weekend theme.

    Saturdays

    • 9am-11am Asana practice

    • 11:00am-1:00pm Asana lab---small group breakdown and modifications of postures

    • 1:00pm-2:00pm Lunch break and independent study

    • 2:00pm-4:00pm Lecture, reading and discussion, studying

    • 4:00pm-6:30pm Practicum (learn to teach, practice teaching and leading) or other group work

    • Occasional Half or Full day excursions

    Sundays

    • 9am-11am Gentle, Restorative, or a similar Yoga practice

    • 11:00am-12:30pm Asana lab---small group breakdown and modifications of postures

    • 12:30-1:30pm Lunch break and independent study

    • 1:30pm-2:30pm Lecture, reading and discussion, studying

    • 2:30-4:30pm Guest instructor workshop

    • 3:30-6:00pm Group consolidation/assimilation/weekend review.

    • Occasional Half or full day excursions.

  • Students who are not eligible to graduate from training due to missed hours, relocation, breach of our code of conduct, failing exams and/or make-up exams, or other life circumstances will not be eligible for a refund.

    Students not eligible to graduate will not be able to become a certified yoga instructor through the Yoga Alliance or through our training. If there is a possibility you will not be present and able to attend all of the training sessions ready to learn then we don’t recommend this training. This training is a one-time event and payment towards it cannot go to another offering at The Nest.

  • Expect about 3 hours of homework between training weekends, plus 17 hours per training weekend, totaling around 200 hours over 4 months.

  • Graduates who complete the 200-hour training and pass exams will receive a certificate and can register as an RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance.

  • Consult your doctor before training. You should be comfortable with physical activity and sitting for long periods. Modify any exercises as needed for your body.

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