North Ray Yoga 200-Hour Teacher Training
LEARN THE ROOTS.
FIND YOUR VOICE.
Most teacher trainings focus on hours and information. Ours focuses on what’s often missing after graduation: teacher identity, nervous system literacy, and the confidence to hold space with integrity. Rooted in Hatha-based and Vinyasa Yoga, you’ll study the philosophy and history of yoga beyond the poses, functional anatomy, intelligent sequencing, and the ethics and business of teaching. Practice teaching begins right away, so you build real skill through repetition, mentorship, and feedback. You’ll learn to adapt for different bodies and abilities, and to teach from your own authentic voice rather than imitate someone else’s. Led by studio owners and E-RYT 500 trainers, this is both a professional education and a personal journey.
Important Dates!
Early bird Nov 1-Dec 15, 2026
Standard Dec 16, 2026-Jan 31, 2027
Self Led Online Modules
Feb 12-April 2, 2027
Live Kick Off March 26, 2027
Training Weekends
April 2-4
April 9-11
April 16-18
April 23-25
April 30-May 2
May 7-9
May 14-16
May 21-23
June 4-6
Teacher Training Pricing
Early Bird
$500 deposit due by December 15 to secure early bird pricing! Limited number of early bird spots.
One time payment or 3 monthly payments of $900.
$3,200
$3,200
Standard
$500 deposit received between December 16 and January 31 to secure your spot.
One time payment or 2 monthly payments of $1,500.
$3,500
Final Call
One time payment in full after February 1 to secure your spot. Deadline to sign up is March 1, 2027.
$3,500
The Process
1. Get Informed
Read our detailed Teacher Training page, FAQs, and the 200-hour breakdown, and email with any questions.
2. Submit Application
Tell us your more about you, your objectives and why the NRY Teacher Training.
3. Application Review
We’ll review your application and confirm your enrollment by email.
4. Deposit Due
Your deposit and payment plans have to be in place and in good standing to secure your spot in the training.
5. Begin Training
You’ll receive access to the 40-hours online component 6-weeks before training begin. We will then dive into immersive live virtual and in person weekends, with the option for ongoing mentorship.
What’s included
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Yoga History & Philosophy
Explore the Yoga Sutras, the Eight Limbs, and yoga’s roots, from classical teachings to modern practice.
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Functional Anatomy
Understand how bodies move so you can modify, use props, and make every pose accessible.
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Foundations of Yoga Asana
Build a strong base in Hatha and Vinyasa, from alignment and breath to foundational sequences and sequencing logic.
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Teaching Method & Cueing
Learn to cue clearly, pacing, transitions, manage a room, and teach with presence.
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Practice Teaching from Day One
Teach every weekend, starting the very first one, with mentors in the room and feedback at every step.
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Nervous System & Holding Space
Use breath, pacing, and language to create safety, and teach with consent and trauma-aware care.
Hours Breakdown (200 hours)
In-person weekends (Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm with an hour lunch): 126 hrs. Movement practice, teaching labs, sequencing, anatomy in action, and professional skills.
Virtual-live Fridays and Kickoff (5pm-7:30pm): 34 hrs. Philosophy, alignment, anatomy, nervous system, and the art of teaching, live with your trainers.
Self-paced online: 40 hrs. 20 hours of Anatomy & Physiology and 20 hours of Yoga Humanities, completed before the first in-person weekend.
Practice teaching is woven through every weekend, starting right away.
Beyond the 200 hours: a personal practice journal, observing 8 classes, and your sequencing assignments.
Who This Training Is For
You don’t need to be a teacher yet, or to want to teach at North Ray, to be a great fit. We’re looking for people who:
Come curious. You ask questions and want to understand the “why” behind the practice.
Welcome feedback. You’re willing to be seen, try things, and adjust.
Show up with presence. You’re ready to practice, engage with others, and commit to your own practice during the training.
Care about people. You want to learn how to create a safe, welcoming space for different bodies and experiences.
Where this training takes you is up to you. We hope it deepens your practice and helps you share yoga wherever you feel called, though completion doesn’t guarantee a teaching opportunity at North Ray Yoga.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. Our program welcomes both aspiring and experienced instructors. Whether you’re deepening your personal practice or preparing to teach professionally, our mentorship and hands-on guidance meet you where you are.
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Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll receive a Yoga + Pilates Teacher Training Certificate, qualifying you to confidently lead group classes and private sessions across multiple disciplines.
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Training weekends run January 5–March 13, with sessions on Fridays (2–7pm), Saturdays (9am–5pm), and Sundays (9am–5pm). Outside of in-person weekends, you’ll also complete self-practice, study, and mentorship hours as part of the certification requirements.
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We understand that conflicts can arise. Limited make-up options may be available through private sessions or recorded materials. Please notify your lead trainer in advance to coordinate the best solution.
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Yes. You can choose between a one-time payment or five monthly payments. Pricing tiers are based on your sign-up window — Early Bird ($2,499), Standard ($2,999), or Late ($3,999).
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Bring comfortable movement clothing, a mat, water, and a notebook. All props and reformer equipment are provided on-site. Be ready to move, learn, and connect.