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2819 USDIf you feel the desire to deepen your practice & understanding and to become a yoga instructor then you are sure ready to start this journey.
A yoga course will reveal to you the philosophy of yoga and give you more practical experience to go on to further deepen your knowledge & practice.
Intensive retreats have grown in numbers and popularity.
Here you will find all the information you require, about the types, locations, standards, requirements and the costs of participating.
It's an exciting adventure that's the start of a long incredible journey, it can lead anywhere.
It could be that you are still asking yourself Do i want to learn to teach yoga? if so it
is best to consider everything involved before making the commitment of this study.
If you are thinking about changing your life choices and looking to earn a
living teaching yoga, then maybe it's time to ask are you ready to become a yoga
teacher. It could be the most amazing decision you ever take.
If you are interested in teaching then there is an amazing and revealing journey
ahead for you, with a continuing education as a student too. Good luck with it.
Once you have made the choice to participate then you best to embark on a journey of self-discovery on the all-important questions around what course and school to attend.
Take your time to think about what's important to you, and yoga will do the rest for you, making sure you find yourself in the right place.
We have compiled the most important factors below in a quick read format so you can easily find what you are looking for.
The most important reading you will find anywhere to consider everything involved in this decision is this -
BLOG>>>How to choose the right yoga TTC abroad
Yoga Alliance with the yoga community has set a standard curriculum for learning
how to start teaching yoga by setting the education criteria required to start with.
Through an expansive consultation with the yoga community at large, with
registered yoga schools, teachers, studios, students and the entire
pyramid of interested parties they developed this new curriculum in 2020.
The content includes yoga classes covering the topics below, yoga practice and
practice teaching with yoga instructors.
The main content areas are as follows
The content of the modules on these YTT courses change depending on the course and style.
Search for the content and course structure that you are most comfortable with.
Research the yoga school, lead trainers, teaching practices and graduate reviews.
If you are able to you could attend their yoga classes first.
Your Options for review -
There are so many beautiful places around the world that you can complete your yoga certification.
It can be the experience of your wildest dreams, spending all this time deep in a spiritual journey of fully embracing your yoga and meditation, improving in your practice and learning so much, plus discovering way more about yourself.
And to make things even better these teacher trainings can be in the most awesome settings, and along with a fantastic tribe of new yogi friends who all come together for the same purpose. You may well know each other forever after such a life-changing adventure together.
So where do you want to go?
If you are based in the States and would like to stay at home then check out the choices of yoga teacher training in the United States of America and would like to stay home then review the reputable schools available and 'near me' for your convenience.
Think about Florida for it's warm weather, cool lifestyle and varied choices available to you.
Or maybe Hawaii, what an awesome place to explore and discover more about yourself, the land, culture, and your yoga.
On the other side of the Atlantic there are a range of awesome registered yoga schools offering yoga certifications in Europe.
Undoubtedly this is a great option with so many yoga schools offering diverse yoga courses.
Consider Costa Rica or Mexico as great first options.
Or further afield there is Bali, and don't forget about Thailand too.
It doesn't stop here though, there are places like Cambodia and Sri Lanka offer you great choices.
Just check the weather for the time of year so you don't hit the monsoon where you are.
Or consider.....
Possibly the most popular option of all is doing your teacher training in India, birthplace of yoga and with the holy city Rishikesh where you can truly immerse yourself in your spiritual journey.
Yoga Certification Near Me and Far Away
European top picks would be in the south for the atmosphere and nearby beaches, the yoga teacher
training in Spain prove particularly popular.
And the relaxed atmosphere of Portugal makes it a big yogi attraction. Just like the islands of Greece
in the Mediterranean.
For their culture and food Italy is a constant draw card, or in the United Kingdom if you are based
there, which also has the added benefit of trainings running in many studios across the country so it
can end up that your classes are not too far away from your home base.
The ease and convenience of a short trip is hard to ignore, allowing you to devote the time to your
yoga education. Spain is one place that offers easy access by short trips within Europe.
Or on the other side of the world in the Americas consider Guatemala.
In South America there are great trainings in Peru and Ecuador.
The choices of where and how to get your RYT certification are never-ending these days.
We know it may seem daunting, there are so many places to go.
And then you have the consideration of what is the best yoga teacher training program out there for you.
2. The Yoga Styles to choose from
Search for the course that touches your heart and the yoga style that you are comfortable with.
There are Yoga Teacher Trainings in all styles, combinations and disciplines.
Hatha and Vinyasa is a popular mix, as is Ashtanga and/or Vinyasa.
Some offer the opportunity to focus on a holistic modality, like the Meditation or the increasingly popular Yoga Therapy, which can include Ayurveda, Yoga Nidra, Tantra...
You can also find trainings in Sadhana Yoga, building discipline and inner peace through letting go of the ego, and mix this with Shamanic practices.
There are trainings for groups of people too - women only, children with mothers, prenatal and postnatal mothers, yogis who surf.
A Teacher Training is commonly a combination of yoga styles, leaving you with the ability to run a simple class.
Below are the 3 most common yoga styles links in search, but it doesn't just stop with these - there are courses that include teaching practice in all styles we know of - there is the slower Restorative and/or Yin Yoga; the heat of Ashtanga and Vinyasa, and different mixes of all these styles in classes.
If you enjoy focus on precision and alignment then there are Iyengar courses for you.
And you will find Kundalini yoga too, the feminine power, and Tantra, combining asana, mantra, bandha and chakra. Then there is Aerial Yoga, a combination of Pilates and dance using a hammock, and Bikram or Power Yoga, hot yoga.
Here are the top 3 but please consider that all combinations and methods are shown in style search, so if you are interested in a training that includes a style below but also has other practice included, then you will find them in your search. Namaste.
With its sequence of asanas Ashtanga is physically demanding producing internal heat.
Ideal for building core strength and preparation for even more dynamic practice.
With asanas and pranayama focus Hatha Yoga encompasses most yoga styles.
Offers a slower pace that can be a good introduction to yoga.
Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Certification
Vinyasa may well be the most popular yoga style in the West.
By moving from one posture to the next using breath it creates the 'flow' it is so well known for.
The list does not stop here, there is a whole array of styles to focus on, or combination of styles too.
From Yoga Nidra Instructor Training for those interested in this sleep-like meditation, or the slow yoga
as an exercise in a Yin yoga teacher training, or a specialism like restorative teacher training, and
every other focus you can imagine, plus none of these examples are taught independently on their
own, there are courses with mixes of all these styles and different content, plus lots more!
Yoga Alliance has a standard for yoga trainings and furthering your education as a yoga teacher. They were updated recently.
There is a new pathway to professional credentials to becoming and
continuing to be the most qualified practitioner and teacher that you can be.
Along the way there are different stages too complete - here we highlight them for you. Deepen your practice and further your knowledge & understanding with these yoga certifications.
This is the standard foundational-level course everybody starts with to attain their first level of certification.
The yoga school and course will need to meet the Yoga Alliance standard.
It doesn't mean they are all the same though.
Find the course that matches the classes, content, and yoga teaching & experience you are looking for.
Furthering education after your 200 hour course these 300 hours give you the opportunity to go deeper into your practice and the philosophy of yoga.
By completing this certification you are eligible to be a RYT 500 registered yoga teacher which is the highest qualification.
Advanced education for yoga instructors looking to deepen their knowledge and foundation.
This can be an option if you wish to complete all levels of certification at one time.
4. Cost
Prices of TTC's vary by country.
If you are looking to keep to a budget then there is no better option for variety of
trainings all at a price to match than you will find in India. You will receive
an authentic teaching and learning experience just as much as more pricey options
elsewhere, plus you get to certify in the home of yoga and spirituality. Sound good?
Inside India maybe check out what there is in the way of trainings in Goa in India.
Goa could be one good option for you to consider with many schools dotted along
the different village beaches and you get the added benefit of the large yogi
community, therapists and practitioners that swarm here every year outside of the
monsoon season.
To cover this topic we have written what we believe is the most comprehensive
guide to yoga teacher training cost, what to take into account, and how to find
a training that will match your budget.
If you would prefer luxurious accommodation, comforts and first class facilities at
your venue, then you can always search by price descending on our website here to
look at the Luxury Teacher Trainings available to you.
Many of these can be found in around the tropics.
And there are European schools and classes in different countries, cultures and
landscapes.
Some even in beautiful old Chateaus or amazingly converted farmhouses in rolling
hill countryside.
Here are our top Yoga Teacher Training Destinations in 2023
Here are our best yoga certification courses which are all run by registered yoga schools in different parts of the world.
Now they may not all be near you but if you really want to make the change for yourself and attend one then it may take some planning to travel to where you need to be.
Sometimes life moves us and puts us exactly where we need to be and right when we need to be there.
The teacher trainings which last for a month mostly cost around the same as each
other, which is between 2,000 to 3,000US. The cost can be higher than this if it is
being held at an up-market accommodation venue and all the food is included too.
Best idea is to read our guide and find the opportunity you want at the cost you can
afford.
You are on the right website to book a training if you are looking to browse all the options
with different prices and in different locations.
We list all of the training courses available and make it very easy to view the results
so you can find the training you are looking for.
It is worth paying attention to where you book yoga teacher training as the different booking platforms
have different terms, some are flexible others are not, reading the reviews will help you understand.
Every course listed here is Yoga Alliance certified. That means the school is registered and meets the requirements to provide you with your teaching certification.
The majority of intensive courses are 20 days to one month long.
Most schools have different accommodation options in their pricing.
This will generally include two meals a day, the course training and materials,
aswell as the all-important yoga teacher certification at the end.
Most Yoga Alliance accredited schools ask for a minimum period of practice, at least 6 months or a year.
For yourself if you are committed to going deeper into your practice, growing and expanding your knowledge then your desire is the only requirement.
A typical schedule starts at dawn and ends at dusk with a well earned big break in the middle.
It's normal that there is one day off a week to stop and play.
Your practice, knowledge and flexibility will grow week by week.
We refer to these yoga courses as intensive because that's exactly what they are.
As well as the classes and learning to teach yoga, there is a considerable amount of study so your evenings after each day's practice will be mostly spent reading and learning.
To learn more about the required modules here is some great blog reading for you -
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If you have a desire to go deeper into your practice and expand and grow then a life changing experience awaits you.
This is an important decision for you, so we want to help you by making sure you have as much information as possible to make the right informed decision for yourself.
Most of the yoga community agree that about a year is the right time although there is no correct answer here. Experimenting with different styles and teachers at the start can help.
When it comes to selecting your first teacher training, a course that focuses on the style that you are most comfortable with makes sense
3. Where is the best place to complete a certification?
The most popular country for these experiences has to be India, with so much spirituality and different centers in different places.
Plus it's cheaper and can be more authentic here in the birthplace of Yoga.
Having said that it really does depend on what program content you are looking for, and maybe you have a desire to travel to a specific location.
If so just check out all the content, pictures and reviews available here.
In each month search link below you can sort the courses to find what suits you quickly.
You can sort them by location, style, certification type, duration and price.
Each training has a detailed page with information about the curriculum, schedule, philosophy, instructors, lead trainers, location, accommodation & food.
There are reviews by recent graduates for you to gather more insight.
Ask partners questions by sending an inquiry - they are always happy to help here.
Top-Rated Yoga Teacher Training December
At the end and the start of each year there is a buzzing activity amongst all the yoga schools across the different parts of the world, alive with the groups of yogis immersed in their intensive learning and developing experiences.
Top-Rated Yoga Teacher Training January
You could consider Australasia (but not Bali so much, as it's rainy then), so
- New Zealand - Australia - India - Thailand - Sri Lanka - Myanmar - Vietnam - Cambodia - Laos - Nepal - Bhutan -Bangladesh
Top-Rated Yoga Teacher Training February
At this time of year South America is active with good weather and there are many options now and also in March, in
- Brazil - Venezuela - Colombia - Argentina - Chile - Peru - Ecuador
Top-Rated Yoga Teacher Training March
This is the last month of high season in Costa Rica and Mexico, two of the most favorite hotspots worldwide.
If you would prefer to attend a course sometime between Spring, Summer and Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere (that's April, then May and June; through to July, then August and September), then this is the time that there is great weather and many yoga schools running in the US and Canada.
For the European Spring to Autumn there are quite a few choices for you in
- Portugal - Italy - Spain - France - Ireland - Germany - Greece - Austria - Croatia - Russia
A lot of people decide to travel just either side of the peak summer season months, that way you have more comfortable weather to enjoy and less crowds traveling to deal with.
It is at this same time that Bali is in high season, with so many options for you to choose from. But hey, it is so popular here that there are teacher training retreats that run all year round.
And it is this same time of year ( April - September) there are a lot of courses taking place everywhere as the weather is more favorable in so many different locations for you, such as -
- Japan - South Korea - South Africa - China....and so many more, as we have outlined for you above....even both October and November offer you a host of interesting and awesome options to choose from. Us yogis are spoilt for choice.