Embark on a voyage that will transform your body, mind, and heart through the Lahari  200-hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training. 

Our 200-hour Lahari Yoga Teacher Training Program (Online Immersion) lead by Steven Leonard (Lead Trainer), Coby Kozlowski (Trainer) and Guest Faculty has been designed for students who want to become certified yoga teachers, as well as those with a desire to dive deeper into the art and science of yoga, grow in their practice, deepen in self-understanding and gain a greater knowledge of body alignment, anatomy and yoga philosophy. 

In this 200-hour Yoga Alliance accredited training you will receive a well-rounded education that meets the curriculum standards criteria in 6 key categories as defined by Yoga Alliance, including: 

TECHNIQUES, TRAINING, PRACTICE - 75 hours

Learn to instruct postures, breathing techniques and meditation with clear anatomical alignment, benefits, contraindications, and ways to modify.

PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS - 65 hours

Develop practical and subtle aspects of teaching, including class sequencing,  use  of voice and language, and managing the room. Understand general professionalism, scope of practice, continuing education, marketing and liability insurance. Practice teaching and receiving mentorship through multiple teaching practicums. 

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY - 30   hours

A comprehensive overview of major bones, muscles, joints, and bodily systems. Learn essential principles to guide safe and effective movement. 

YOGA HUMANITIES - 30   hours

Explore the history of yoga, some of the major philosophical branches and important yogic texts. Understand modern ethical principles like accountability, equity and creating clear boundaries. 

TOTAL 200   hours

 Requirements for Acceptance to Lahari 200hr Yoga Teacher Training

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• You must demonstrate English-language competency.
• You must demonstrate medical and mental-health readiness.
• Applicants may be denied if it is determined that his/her/their participation would in any way jeopardize a safe and cohesive learning environment.
• Lahari faculty may request additional documentation and/or clinical evaluations to evaluate medical and/or mental-health preparedness.
• Practicing  yoga for at least one year and have had a regular yoga practice for at least six months. It is vital that this practice involve ongoing yoga classes as opposed to studying only with books, videos, or in workshops.

Tuition

A $500 non-refundable deposit/application fee is required to enroll.  Upon acceptance into the program, this amount will be applied to your tuition.  If the program is full, or you are not accepted into the training at this time, your deposit will be refunded within 14 days. 

Once your application AND deposit is received we will be in touch via email about your admission.

What Type of Yoga Can I Teach after Completing the Teacher Training?

Graduates from our 200-hour yoga certification program are able to teach (Hatha) Vinyasa for students of all levels. Because of our empowered teaching methodology, intelligent sequencing and focus on body mechanics, our yoga teacher training develops teachers who have the technical skill and capacity to safely and effectively teach and inspire their students. As a Yoga Alliance Accredited School, you can rest assured that the training and certification you receive through Lahari Teacher Training is respected and recognized by the yoga community.

Is an Online Yoga Teacher Training approved by the Yoga Alliance? Yes, because of the pandemic Yoga Alliance has allowed current Registered Yoga Schools to teach their Yoga Teacher Training completely online. 

What if I Miss a Session? Am I Able to Make it Up at a Later Date?

Our teacher training program is highly interactive, and many modules depend on the consistent and collective energy of the group. For this reason we do not recommend missing any sessions. That said, life happens. Students who miss a session can make it up by completing additional homework assignments related to the missed class topics. Each day is considered a session, and the maximum amount of missed time allowed is 2 sessions. Attendance and participation in the practice teaching days (of which there are 4 throughout the program), is required for certification. In the event a student misses a practice teaching day, a make-up session must be scheduled and payment of $75 for session is required. 

Do I Have to Be An "Advanced" Yoga Student to Take the Training?

No, not at all! Our training is about diving deeper into the study and practice of yoga. Anyone interested in learning more about yoga will get a lot of value from this experience. 

What are the Benefits of Teacher Training Beyond Certification?  

There are numerous benefits beyond the obvious for participants of our Yoga Teacher Training Program. These include the opportunity to connect deeply with yourself and others through the training process, challenge yourself in new ways, expand awareness, acquire new skills, learn about your body, mind and heart and ways to attune and create greater harmony on all levels of your life. 

What If I Am Not Sure I Want to Teach Yoga? 

About 40% of students who sign up for our teacher training program have no intention of teaching. Many students enroll in teacher training to further develop their own personal practice of yoga and learn more about themselves and this tradition. 

Are there scholarships?  

Coby Kozlowski, Steven Leonard, Lahari Faculty and Simple Rhythm LLC believes that yoga is better for everyone when all communities are represented and is racially diverse - a reflection of our greater community. That's why we are offering awards to potential students who are part of communities that are underrepresented in the yoga/mindfulness world and are interested in diving into the teachings of living yoga.

*You are eligible to apply if you identify as Latinx, Southeast Asian, African American, Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, or American Indian/Alaska Native. These communities are underrepresented in the yoga/mindfulness world. 

*You may request funding for up to 50% of the cost of the full tuition of the training (full tuition is $2500). Funding is limited and is offered on a rolling basis. To apply, please email lahariytt@gmail.com.

We also offer scholarships for military service members and veterans. You may request funding for up to 50% of the cost of the full tuition of the training (full tuition is $2500). Funding is limited and is offered on a rolling basis. To apply, please email lahariytt@gmail.com.

*We will email you to give you an update if you been selected for an award and for how much. Please do not email after you have applied, if you do not receive an email by July 1, 2020--then it means that all awards have been offered.