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Yoga Teacher Training March 10th - June 7th 2026


  • Yoga to You PDX Portland, OR, United States (map)

What you get from our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training:

Overall Experience and Personal Development

  • Deepened Practice: An opportunity to invest in your passion and deepen your personal practice of yoga.

  • Skill and Knowledge Foundation: A strong foundation in the craft of practicing and teaching yoga, including a "robust and sensible map of the teaching terrain."

  • Leadership and Service: The chance to "hold space as a leader."

  • Community: An opportunity to "create new friendships."

  • Personal Growth: A chance to "nourish your own personal development."

Course Content and Structure

The training is described as "chock full of information," covering the following areas, as indicated by the Table of Contents and Course Expectations:

  • Teaching Methodology: Principles of Teaching, Key Teaching Concepts, How to See Your Students, How to Give a Verbal Assist, Demonstrations, and Teaching Online.

  • Cuing & Instruction: Principles of Cuing, Key Cuing Concepts, Introduction to Cuing, Universal Actions, Foundation, Advanced Paired Actions, Cuing the Breath, Cuing Transitions, and Cuing Root Rebound.

  • Sequencing: Principles of Sequencing, Key Sequencing Concepts, Overview of Sequencing, Peak Pose Sequencing, Class Structure, How to Plan Your Class Sequence, and Guidelines for Teaching Parts of Class.

  • Anatomy: Introduction to Integral Anatomy, Language of Anatomy, Anatomy of Bones & Joints, Connective Tissue, Muscle Tissue, and specific anatomy of the Hip, Shoulder, Breathing, Foot & Ankle, Knee, Arm & Hand, Spine, Core, Nervous System, Viscera, and Circulatory System.

  • Philosophy & Meditation: Meditation & Pranayama (including Vayus, Bandhas, Mudra, Kriya Techniques), History & Philosophy, Koshas, Chakras, Ayurveda, Models of the Human Experience, Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra, The Bhagavad Gita, and Ethics.

  • Professionalism & Ethics: School Policies, The Role of the Yoga Teacher, Relationships and Boundaries, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct, Scope of Practice, Equity and Inclusion in Yoga, Code of Conduct, Qualities of a Teacher, Your Teaching Mission, and Professional Development (including Marketing, Vision & Goals).

Evaluation and Feedback

Students will be evaluated to ensure they have the requisite skills and knowledge:

  • Teaching Practice: A Final Practicum and additional interim practicums for teaching feedback.

  • Breathwork: A Pranayama & Meditation Evaluation.

  • Sequencing Project: A Final Sequencing Assignment.

  • Knowledge Assessment: A Final Written Exam.

  • Participation: Studentship, which includes completion of quizzes, engagement, and professionalism.Welcome to the first ever—and certainly not the last—200 Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Teacher Training hosted by Yoga to You PDX. We are truly delighted to embark on this transformative journey with our upcoming students.

The training provides comprehensive instruction in yoga anatomy, covering:

  • Foundational Anatomy: Integral Anatomy, Language of Anatomy, Bones & Joints, Connective Tissue, and Muscle Tissue.

  • Specific Joint Biomechanics: Detailed anatomy of the Hip, Shoulder, Foot & Ankle, Knee, Arm & Hand, Spine, and Core.

  • Physiological & Applied Topics: Anatomy of Breathing, the Nervous System, the Viscera, the Circulatory System, Injuries, and an Introduction to Prenatal Yoga.

 

Schedule Details

2026 Hybrid Yoga Teacher Training: Every other weeekend + Tuesday and Wednesday 6-9pm

• Tuesdays (In-Person): 6–9 PM

• Wednesdays (Virtual): 6–8 PM

• Graduation: Sat Jun 6, 2026

Day 1 : Tuesday March 10th 6pm

March

• Tue 10 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 11 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Sat 14 / Sun 15 — Weekend In-Person: 9 AM–3 PM

• Tue 17 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 18 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Tue 24 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 25 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Sat 28 / Sun 29 — Weekend In-Person: 9 AM–3 PM

• Tue 31 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed Apr 1 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

April

• Tue 7 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 8 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Sat 11 / Sun 12 — Weekend In-Person: 9 AM–3 PM

• Tue 14 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 15 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Tue 21 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 22 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Sat 25 / Sun 26 — Weekend In-Person: 9 AM–3 PM

• Tue 28 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 29 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

May

• Tue 5 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 6 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Sat 9 / Sun 10 — Weekend In-Person: 9 AM–3 PM

• Tue 12 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 13 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Tue 19 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 20 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

• Sat 23 / Sun 24 — Weekend In-Person: 9 AM–3 PM

• Tue 26 — In-Person: 6–9 PM

• Wed 27 — Virtual: 6–8 PM

June

• Sat 6 — Graduation: 9 AM–3 PM

• Sun 7 — Optional Makeup

  • Total Program Cost: $2700

  • Early Bird Special: $2100 (if deposit is paid before February 1st)

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“Becoming a yoga teacher may never lead to teaching a class. Becoming a yoga teacher almost always leads to a closer connection with yourself. The benefits of this last a lifetime.”

Founder Yoga to You PDX, Lead Instructor


This program is thoughtfully designed to blend the flexibility of online learning with the connection and energy of in-person sessions, bringing the best of both worlds right to you.

We understand that beginning this training can feel both exciting and a little scary. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat after some time away or have been waiting years for the perfect moment to deepen your practice and knowledge, we are here to support you every step of the way.

With experienced guidance, community support, and personalized attention, you’ll be in the best hands as you take these next transformative steps on your yoga journey. We can’t wait to share this profound experience with you.