Become a certified yoga teacher!

Become a certified yoga teacher while embarking upon a journey of uncovering your truth and personal freedom. Embrace the path of the leader and deepen your yoga practice both on and off the mat!

Successful completion of this training earns you a certificate, which qualifies you to register with Yoga Alliance at the 200 Hour RYT Level.

The Center Studio is proud to be a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School. We’ve provided over a dozen 200-hour yoga teacher training programs resulting in quality instructors that have gone on to teach successfully both locally and internationally. We are proud of our legacy and continue to evolve and improve our programs. This program is a collaboration between several instructors with decades of combined knowledge, thousands of hours of training, and teaching experience.

This program was designed to help you expand your knowledge of yoga, while encouraging you to gain a greater understanding of yourself. The training goes beyond preparing you to teach a safe and effective yoga class and inspires you to deepen your practice in all aspects of yoga to create greater meaning and impact in your daily life. It's perfect for those that wish to become a certified yoga instructor or to simply deepen their own personal practice.

Our 2025 program starts January 10th. Join us! We invite you to contact us to schedule a discovery call with Steph to learn more.


 

GENERAL COURSE

 
 
 
 
 

BEYOND THE POSES

 
 

INCLUSIVITY

 

EXPANDED TEACHINGS

  • A robust and comprehensive Yoga Alliance registered 200HR TT that will teach you to safely and confidently create and teach Hatha style yoga classes, with an emphasis on Vinyasa yoga

  • Introduction to anatomy, biomechanics, energy subtle body, and more

  • Exploration of over 60 Asanas, including Sanskrit names, alignment, energetic properties, modifications, contraindications, and benefits

  • Exploration of props and accessibility for all bodies and levels

  • Real-time Practice Teaching

  • History of yoga and yogic philosopy

  • Introduction to meditation and pranayama

  • The Yoga Sutras

  • Introduction to the Chakra system

  • The business of yoga

  • Art of holding space for all bodies and identities

  • Giving back to the community through yoga

  • Art of language

  • Introduction to restorative + gentle yoga

  • Introduction to self assists + adjustments

  • Introduction to teaching private classes

  • Introduction to ayurveda

 

 

PRE-REQUISITES

  • At least one year of regular practice is recommended.

  • No prior teaching experience is required.

  • You do not need to be flexible or injury free.

  • The training is held in-person at our downtown location.  Training sessions are held in each of our studios which span three floors in our building.  Therefore, participants must be able to walk up and down stairs, often carrying yoga mats, books, etc.  In addition, participants must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

  • Dedication, motivation and self-directed studentship of yoga and the path of teaching.

  • Willingness to participate fully in group process, able to give and receive feedback.

 

 

BOOKS & MATERIALS

You will receive a teacher training manual and numerous handouts as the course progresses. You will also receive a required and suggested book list in advance of the start date. You will need to borrow or purchase the required books.

 

 

DATES

Our next program starts January 10, 2025

Our 200-hour yoga teacher training program is conducted over 8 weekends.

JAN 10-12 / 24-26

FEB 7-9 / 21-23

MARCH 7-9

APRIL 4-6 / 25-27

MAY 9-11

 

 

SCHEDULE

Fridays 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Plus 2 classes per week at The Center Studio. More details on requirements for weekly classes will be provided at the start of training.

 

 

TUITION

Register early and SAVE $200! REGISTER BY DECEMBER 15 to get $200 off tuition (if paying tuition in full; payment plans not eligible for discount).

Full tuition: $2,995 (requires $1,000 non-refundable deposit and remaining balance paid by the last weekend of training). Please note that $1,000 is non-refundable. Remaining balance is non-refundable once training begins. Thank you for understanding.

There are a limited number of payment plan options available. Please contact us for additional information.

Tuition includes unlimited membership at the The Center Studio for the duration of training.  Your membership starts as soon as you register, so sign up early and get unlimited classes at The Center!

 

teacher training team

images of The Center SLO teacher training team

Ready to sign up? Join us!

 

STEP 1

Complete the application form below to tell us a little bit about you.

Would you prefer to schedule a discovery call to learn more and ask questions first? No problem, use the “contact us” button below to schedule a call with Steph.

STEP 2

Two options for reserving your spot - either pay full tuition or deposit.

Option 1: Includes $1,000 non-refundable deposit. Discount pricing period is TBA.

Option 2: $1,000 deposit is non-refundable. Limited payment plans available.