Self-Paced 200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training With Bi-Weekly Q&A Zoom Calls

Welcome to the Path of Yoga!

They consider themselves as a yoga family and are an authentic, heart-centered yoga school, led by a team of experienced yogis, teacher-trainers, and good friends. They have taught dozens of trainings all over the world and come from a variety of backgrounds, yogic styles, and lineages.

Path of Yoga has now come together to create this exceptional and transformational online training. Learning online allows you the flexibility to study when you want and learn at your own speed, and is perfect for those who have other commitments or who are unable to join an intensive month-long training.

Their style is a blend of traditional Hatha combined with dynamic Vinyasa. They have created their own unique and authentic union of the two, resulting in a strong yet nourishing practice. The essence and heart of the YTT courses is the philosophy and sacred traditions of the East, combined with a science based, modern approach from the West.

How the training works

• The entire 200-hour will be self-paced (no live sessions / classes)
• Live bi-weekly calls for discussions

Please install Teachable for the lessons, and install Zoom to attend the live Q and A calls.

Course syllabus

History and branches of yoga

An exploration of the classical traditions and their core philosophies, including Hatha, Tantra, and Vinyasa yoga. Learn about where the roots of yoga first took hold and how it has branched into where it is now.

Anatomy and physiology

The anatomy of movement and study of the key body systems. You explore how the body works and how to apply this important knowledge in safe and effective practice and teaching.

Key poses of yoga

Study and practice of postures and their alignment, adjustments, energetic and health benefits, modifications, and effective teaching cues.

Understanding the subtle body – Prana and the Chakra system

Ancient yogis described and revered the anatomy and potency of the energy body, what lay beyond the physical form. There are many layers to understanding and experiencing Prana; this prime life force and how it moves through the Chakras or energetic centers. These teachings are at the very core of what makes yoga such a potent and timeless practice.

The science of breath

The breath is your connection to life and the foundation of all classical Hatha yoga practice. The breath has a profound influence on your nervous system and a deep effect on life quality, both on and off the yoga mat. Many practices will be offered from basic breath awareness to advanced pranayama.

Sequencing and structuring

You will learn how to use the toolkit offered in the yoga system to create meaningful sequences, a good class is not just anatomically sound but also meaningful on more subtle levels. You will explore a variety of class structures and sequences to give you a solid foundation with which to work with students of differing abilities and needs.

Meditation and the mind

Understanding your own mind and its make up is an important part of being a guide in any practice. The power of meditation is significant. You will study and practice proven core techniques that are aimed at the development of your own personal meditation practice and being able to hold space when teaching.

Introduction to Ayurveda

A fascinating and practical science of life from ancient India that offers tools to better understand yourself and others therapeutically through the context of the doshas, gunas, and prana.

Effective teaching skills

The necessary skills to confidently lead a yoga class is obviously an important part of taking a teacher training course. You will learn about the art and science of teaching and presenting, and complete three practicums over the course of the training (you are required to film these, and they will be reviewed by their teaching team who will offer their feedback to you).

Business and marketing in yoga

Yoga has become a bustling market for teachers and students alike, there are a number of ways to you can stand out from the crowd and jump start your teaching career, they'll show you how. A detailed 150-plus page training manual is included, which you can download and print if you wish.