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Our main goal is to help people to move more freely, reduce their risk of injury, and live more comfortably in their own body through daily yoga stretching practice. We take a science and evidence-based approach to yoga, focusing on exercise physiology.
Our programs follow the simple concept that movement is medicine. We use Science of Stretching™ techniques to help people systematically regain mobility through guided daily practices. Flexible people sleep better, suffer from fewer injuries, build lean muscle more easily, dance better, and have higher self-esteem.
We offer intense, measured flexibility training that targets specific areas of the body, where you’ll immediately feel the difference. They are suitable for almost everyone – beginners included – and modifications are offered for most poses, if needed.
Our programs follow the simple concept that movement is medicine. We use Science of Stretching™ techniques to help people systematically regain mobility through guided daily practices. Flexible people sleep better, suffer from fewer injuries, build lean muscle more easily, dance better, and have higher self-esteem.
We offer intense, measured flexibility training that targets specific areas of the body, where you’ll immediately feel the difference. They are suitable for almost everyone – beginners included – and modifications are offered for most poses, if needed.
No. At YOGABODY, we feel that your personal beliefs and lifestyle choices are yours to make freely. We reject group-think and dogma, and encourage our teachers to be themselves and find their own path. We don't offer answers or belief systems; instead, we offer tools and practices that will hopefully lead you to find your own truths.
No. These modalities are not part of the YOGABODY system. We teach yoga, breathing, anatomy, nutrition, and seated meditation practices. Those are our tools and our focus.
If you can use a computer, phone, and write an email, you'll do just fine. We leverage new technology for learning, but the technology we use is simple by design.
Absolutely! You can access through any device to ensure flexibility and convenience in your learning experience.
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Teacher Certification Courses
By training with our experienced and recognized instructors you’ll enjoy the benefits of expert guidance, a supportive community, interactive learning, as well as certification and enhanced credibility in alignment with industry standards. All of this will empower you on your yoga teaching journey.
Yes they are! You can ask questions and interact with our instructors and other students during the live training sessions to enhance your overall learning experience.
Absolutely! We encourage participation from everyone, including beginners. As long as you're serious about learning, you are more than welcome to join the live sessions and start your yoga journey with us.
YOGABODY Teachers College maintains high standards and accountability to ensure that all graduates are well-prepared and competent yoga teachers. While not everyone may pass initially, we offer support and multiple opportunities for students to succeed.
YB Teachers College is accredited by Yoga Alliance, American Council on Exercise, and American Council on Education. For you, this means you can teach professionally internationally in all venues and online.
Yoga teacher training costs can vary widely, from as low as $100 a week in India to luxury options priced at $15,000 to $20,000. However, it's essential to shift your focus from the price to the value you'll gain from learning. Consider investing in a course that offers practical skills and real-world expertise to enhance your career prospects. The worth of the training ultimately depends on your specific goals and aspirations in the yoga teaching field.
To know if you're ready to become a yoga teacher, focus on your excitement rather than any doubts. You might never feel entirely prepared. The key is your passion. Aim for at least two years of practice or around 50 classes, but remember, starting is more important than achieving perfection.
To open a yoga studio, it's important to consider the following:
- Invest wisely, as it requires a significant initial financial commitment
- Embrace the challenge, acknowledging the high-risk nature
- Focus on managing operations, accounting, and maintenance
- Develop strong business skills for success in this rewarding venture
- Align your goals; consider teaching at existing studios if it's primarily about instructing
The ability to combine teaching with travel is a common motivator for many yoga instructors. To travel and teach yoga worldwide you'll need to:
- Understand the varying visa requirements in different countries; some may require specific certifications like ACE
- Ensure you have proper accreditation and registration through organizations like Yoga Alliance or ACE for insurance coverage
- Find additional guidance in a post below the transcript for insights on international yoga teaching
YOGABODY training primarily focuses on progressive vinyasa yoga, a style that incorporates coordinated movement and breath, Sun Salutes, standing sequences, peak poses, backbends, and headstands. This approach allows graduates to craft classes for diverse audiences, such as teenagers, elderly individuals, or athletes, while using a consistent structural blueprint.
No. You cannot become a fully qualified teacher without participating in the live classes with your trainers. Distance learning is the future of education, and to be a qualified yoga teacher, the online-live modules are an absolute must.
If you are not able to find time for this, then it's not the right course for you. We're looking to train next-level teachers, which requires a big commitment.
Everyone struggles with self-motivation, that's normal. We've structured our teaching programs so that you have at-home assignments coupled with personal mentorship and group accountability. If you slack off for more than a few days, your phone will start ringing. We're here to support you, motivate you, and help everyone graduate together.
The online classes are video and audio-based and include simple quizzes that you’ll review live with your training team. During your at-home modules, you’ll work directly with your practice journal and with your trainers to make sure you get the most from the experience. In a typical week, we recommend you plan to take three to five yoga classes online or in person and set aside two to five hours for eLearning tasks.
We cannot guarantee employment opportunities within our company since there are many issues to consider before making that kind of offer. We do, of course, often hire from our own training groups, but this is on a case-by-case basis, and it would not be realistic to plan for this.
No. Co-owning a business is a huge commitment both personally and professionally, not unlike marriage, and not something we can promise. In most cases, we recommend having silent partners or no business partners at all for our yoga studio business model. This type of business often works better with fewer cooks in the kitchen.
No. We have no interest in telling you what color shirt to wear or how to run your business. Instead, we want to show you what we do, allowing you to take what you like and leave the rest. For teachers who would like to represent our YOGABODY brand, we do have an authorized teacher program available to select graduates. For those who want to open YOGABODY-branded studios, we have a very cost-effective and simple studio license program that makes it affordable for you to copy what we're doing in your hometown.
The YOGABODY Teachers College is here to provide you with the highest level of yoga education possible. What you decide to do with it is completely up to you. Nowadays, yoga is growing faster outside of traditional yoga studios than in them, so many graduates are getting creative with how, where, and what they teach. We love it!
All graduates are required to score a minimum of 85 percent on all tests and assessments. Each eLearning module has a quiz or test, and during your online live immersions, you’ll be assessed numerous times. In the case of a low score, you’ll always have the opportunity to go back, review your studies, and try again; but under no circumstances will we sell teaching degrees or tolerate incompetence. This is a serious program and our graduates earn their credentials.
Like any job, salaries vary. A CNN Money report found that the average senior teacher (teaching 7+ years) was making $67K/year, and some teachers were earning more than $100k/year. Teaching yoga does not put you on the fast track to wealth, but it can be lucrative and surprisingly profitable if you are business-minded. We find most starting teachers earn $20k-$30K/year in traditional teaching gigs, and as much as double that in non-traditional settings, such as schools, hospitals, and corporate programs.
After working with dozens of studios and consulting with many, many more, it's safe to say the average net profit for the owner-operator of your typical one-room, local yoga studio is around $40k/year. Owning two studios is never double the work (it's more like 20 percent more work), so many studio owners expand into multiple locations over time so they can reach a comfortable six-figure income.
That all depends on you. There are so many different ways to design your life. We have YOGABODY teachers that teach 15 classes per week, have a regular work schedule, and take two days off just like a 'normal' job. We have teachers that teach one or two weekend workshops per month around the world. And we have other teachers (like Lucas) who spend most of their time creating platforms for other teachers to shine. Each person is unique, and as time goes on, your interests and focus will change. What's best for you is what's best for you. We're here to open doors and create opportunities.
We recommend six months for the training period. Some can complete it faster, and you could take up to 12 months (max) to complete the course. At the recommended pace of one module per week, six months is a good target length. If you're concerned about learning more quickly or slowly, simply talk with your teaching mentor to see if it's an option.
At-home Programs for Everyone
After your purchase, you'll receive login credentials to our platform, granting you instant access to stream all our courses. It's as simple as that.
Yes! Our courses are accessible on various devices, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
A yoga mat is helpful, but there is no need to spend your hard-earned money on equipment. You can use books instead of blocks, cushions, a stool, and a belt instead of a band. Here are some recommendations www.yogabody.com/props.
Our training programs and courses are available to anyone over 18. We believe in the inclusivity of yoga and welcome adults of all abilities.
Absolutely! All our courses are designed with pose modifications to cater to practitioners of all levels, including beginners. You don't need to be afraid; we're here to ensure you can make it through the practice comfortably and with confidence. You're in good hands!
Our courses are available exclusively in English. We do not currently offer subtitles or translations in different languages.
If you have a stable internet connection and a compatible device with a web browser to access our courses, you’re all set!
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With the exception of monthly membership programs, you'll have lifetime access to our courses. Enjoy learning at your own pace without any worries about expiration dates.