200-Hour Ayurveda Yoga Teacher Training

Through this program, you will experience waves of shifts, and breakthroughs, face hard truths, release old habits, and feel like giving up at times while rising against the obstacles, all to cultivate an authentic relationship with yourSelf so you can share and lead others through theirs.

Introduce your lesson with an optional, short summary. You can edit this excerpt in lesson settings.

We take a journey through the lineage of yoga and discover how each one has made a significant contribution to modern-day yoga practices worldwide. We take a look at the 3 founding practices and their evolution.

Sanskrit truly deserves its other title, the Mother of Tongues. The Romance languages (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, and Romanian) derive from Latin, which is itself derived from Sanskrit, which was spoken for many centuries before Latin came into existence…

Working with chakras leads to positive change. Applied to psychological disorders, the teaching regarding the chakras goes beyond the mental causes of problems to their very root. The Sanskrit word for chakra means “wheel”. The chakras generally correspond with the major nerve ganglia or plexus that act as localized miniature brains or “sub-processors” of information in our physical body. The chakras’ color, energy, and intensity vary according to your state of health or disease. 

Exploring the First Three Chakras: Muladhara, Svadhisthana, and Manipura

We delve into the foundational energy centers of the human body, beginning with the first three chakras: Muladhara (Root), Svadhisthana (Sacral), and Manipura (Solar Plexus). These chakras are crucial in establishing physical and emotional balance, providing the groundwork for spiritual growth. Understanding their energy dynamics helps cultivate balance and harmony in life.

We explore a deeper understanding of the second trio of chakras: Anahata (Heart), Vishuddha (Throat), and Ajna (Third Eye). These energy centers correspond to our emotional expression, communication, and intuition and play crucial roles in our spiritual and personal development.

Together, these chakras support our ability to connect with ourselves and others emotionally, verbally, and intuitively.

Recap of Sahasrara Chakra (Crown Chakra)

The Sahasrara Chakra, or Crown Chakra, is the seventh and highest energy center in the body, located at the top of the head. It represents spiritual connection, enlightenment, and the state of oneness with the universe. Spiritual clarity, and alignment with one’s higher purpose.

This section reviews everything you have learned so far and applies it to the direct practice. You will integrate these teachings into your respective practice and commit the main points to memory.

Ultimately, you will have all of this committed to memory as you evolve on your yoga journey.

Enjoy the process.

All successful entrepreneurs and yogi-preneurs start by creating a business plan.

This is where you pull out your business manager hat and begin considering all the facets that will start your business. You can do this as a huge mind dump and then go back and organize everything accordingly. I love creating concept maps to visualize the path of growth and create smaller S.M.A.R.T. goals to get to the ultimate result.

The online wellness industry offers opportunities like hybrid classes, courses, and certifications, allowing you to reach a broader audience and build a successful business. This section covers launching your online business, creating a unique brand, and using digital marketing to expand your reach. By delivering engaging wellness content, you can grow your influence and create a thriving, profitable online presence.

In order to be successful at business, it comes with understanding your numbers. Let’s go over some resources to establish a strong foundation and learn how much you will need to create, maintain, and sustain your business while making a profit doing what you love.

The business of wellness and yoga marketing has evolved significantly, driven by both the growth of digital platforms and an increasing global focus on health and mindfulness. Wellness and yoga businesses, whether large or small, now have the opportunity to reach broader audiences than ever before, thanks to the rise of online courses, virtual classes, and hybrid models.

Ayurveda invites you to actively participate in your healing by understanding your relationship with the elements and the unique combinations they form—known as the doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—which we will explore throughout this course.

Unlock the wisdom of Ayurveda in this high-level overview of diet and nutrition designed to balance the doshas — Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. This video explores how food, lifestyle, and digestion (Agni) influence your physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. Learn how to nourish your body and mind by understanding your unique constitution and how to support balance through seasonal, dosha-specific choices.

Agni (digestive fire) and Ojas (vital essence) are essential to health, resilience, and longevity. From this process, Ojas is born—the most refined byproduct of healthy digestion and tissue formation. Ojas is the body’s source of immunity, stability, and emotional resilience. If Agni is weak or overactive, it disrupts this process, either failing to produce Ojas or burning it away. Building Ojas requires nurturing Agni through warm, nourishing foods, rest, mindfulness, and a sattvic lifestyle.

This session offers a concise review of the core concepts we've explored so far to help you prepare for the final exam. We'll revisit the foundational principles of the Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), the Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas), and clarify key areas to focus on. Expect guidance on what to memorize, what to elaborate on, and how to integrate these concepts with confidence and clarity.

We explore foundational prāṇāyāma techniques designed to balance energy, support mental clarity, and enhance overall vitality. Practices include Bhastrikā (energizing breath), Palvini Bhastrikā (digestive support), Śītalī (cooling breath), and Kapalabhāti (cleansing breath). Each technique offers unique physiological and energetic benefits, helping to regulate the nervous system and prepare the mind for meditation.

Whether you're brand new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this quick overview will guide you through the basics—what meditation is, how it works, and why it’s a powerful tool for mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall well-being.

A mantra is a sacred word or phrase, often repeated in meditation. Rooted in Sanskrit, it means “sacred message, spell, or counsel.” As Sri Sathya Sai Baba said, “A pure thought from a pure heart is better than a mantra.”

In this video, we explore what a mantra is, why intention matters more than repetition, and how to begin a meaningful mantra practice through disciplines like 40-day repetition, prayer beads (malas), and spiritual journaling.

We explored how sacred sound supports inner transformation and spiritual connection. Guided by Russill Paul, we learned how mantras, chants, and deep listening awaken subtle energy and still the mind. Drawing from decades of study in India, Russill emphasized sound’s healing power and the role of devotion. A beautiful blend of mysticism and practice, the session reminded us that sound is not just heard, but deeply felt.

In this energizing lesson, we explored the synergy between chakras, bandhas, mantras, and energy flow. We learned how activating the bandhas (energetic locks) helps direct prana through the chakras, enhancing vitality and awareness. Mantras were used to stimulate specific energy centers, deepening our inner focus and alignment. The practice combined theory and experience, giving us tools to harmonize body, mind, and subtle energy. A powerful reminder that true transformation begins within.

The Yoga Intro to Anatomy training gave students a clear foundation in how muscles, joints, and connective tissues work in yoga practice. We explored alignment, safe movement, and common areas of strain, helping teachers and practitioners prevent injuries and deepen their practice. This session builds awareness of body mechanics, linking anatomy with mindful yoga for strength, balance, and long-term wellness.

This Yoga Anatomy training video reviews the body’s major bones—from axial to appendicular—exploring how they support posture, movement, and alignment. Perfect for yoga teachers and students, this overview connects skeletal structure to safe practice, injury prevention, and a deeper understanding of the body in motion.

We explore the types of joints—from ball-and-socket to hinge and gliding—learning how each supports movement, stability, and flexibility. This knowledge helps yoga teachers and students align safely, prevent injury, and deepen body awareness through informed practice.

This overview highlights the major muscles engaged in yoga practice, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, abdominals, back, and shoulder muscles. We explore their functions in movement, stability, and posture, showing how awareness of these groups helps improve alignment, build strength, and prevent injury in asana practice.

In our Ayurveda and Anatomy training, we explored how the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) guide balance in body, mind, and lifestyle, and how yoga can be tailored to each constitution. We also covered anatomy basics—skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and nervous systems—emphasizing safe alignment, functional movement, and breath for mind-body connection. Together, these teachings showed how yoga blends ancient wisdom with modern science for a safe, individualized practice.

Discover the biomechanics of fascia—our body’s connective tissue linking muscles, bones, and organs. Learn how fascia moves, stretches, and responds to tension to identify restrictions and imbalances. In yoga and Ayurveda, this knowledge supports safer alignment, mobility, and energy flow. This module includes audio lessons tying fascia to anatomy and explores its connection with the Kapha dosha for deeper understanding.

Now that you’ve studied the material, it’s time to put your knowledge into action. Use this Celebration of Knowledge to review key concepts and strengthen your understanding. Please complete the provided quiz form—an important step in preparing for the final Knowledge Check. This exercise is designed to help you solidify your learning and move forward with confidence.

We explore how to develop greater interoceptive awareness and trust inner guidance, practicing yoga as a form of self-care and empowerment. We focused on adapting poses based on their underlying benefit and purpose, while learning to connect more deeply with our bodies through sensitivity, kindness, and compassion. For teachers, we highlighted inclusive language that offers students agency, creativity, and improved learning, supporting yoga as a truly accessible and transformative practice.

Aqua Yoga is a water-based practice that balances Kapha dosha, helping neutralize Vata and Pitta. Inspired by Watsu and rooted in Ayurveda, it stabilizes the body, engages new muscle groups, and offers each participant a unique, therapeutic experience. After completing this section, you will be recognized as a CAYT (certified aqua yoga teacher) and will be able to facilitate programs in your communities.

The Celebration of Knowledge honors the wisdom gained through practice, reflection, and awareness. This sequence invites participants to integrate body, breath, and mind while embracing their unique abilities. Rooted in the philosophy that yoga is for everyone, it emphasizes adaptability, self-compassion, and the shared joy of learning. By moving with intention, students celebrate both personal progress and collective wisdom, creating space for growth, balance, and inner connection.