Level 1 40-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Embark on an enriching journey of growth with our Level 1, 40-hour yoga training program! This comprehensive course is ideal for those who want to deepen their yoga practice or aspiring to become yoga teachers. We welcome students of ALL levels, from beginners to seasoned practitioners, with the sole prerequisite being a genuine desire to explore the depths of yoga.

In this transformative training, you'll delve into the essentials of yoga, including:

Philosophies and principles underpinning this ancient practice.

  • Effective teaching methods to make asanas accessible to everyone.

  • Permission-based assists to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

  • Correct Sanskrit pronunciation for various asanas, enriching your understanding.

  • Guidance on confidently starting and concluding a yoga class.

  • The art of crafting a vinyasa class sequence, blending creativity with tradition.

  • In-depth exploration of pranayama, alignment, and movement.

  • Meditation techniques to deepen your practice.

Our Level 1 training serves as a foundation for further learning, whether you're preparing for our Level 2 program or seeking continuing education credits as a current instructor. Conducted over two weekends, this training offers flexibility and convenience, fitting into your busy schedule.

Upon completion, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to teach beginner to intermediate yoga classes. This training is not just about learning; it's about igniting a passion for yoga. Many of our trainees have started their journey with Level 1, fueling their enthusiasm to progress all the way to Level 3.

Take the first step in deepening your yoga practice and teaching skills with our Level 1 program, where every aspect is designed to build a strong and knowledgeable foundation for your yoga journey.

Training Requirements:

  • A consistent yoga practice or be willing to establish one

  • The desire to deepen your personal practice 

  • Ability to dedicate time to the training process

There is a required reading list and students will be responsible for purchasing books.

Certification Requirements:

  • Successful completion of all training hours

  • Completion of all homework assignments

  • Successful passing of both the written and practical exams

  • All training fees must be paid in full to receive a certificate 

Training Investment:

The cost of the Level 1 training is $555.  An early bird discount is available for those paying full tuition by the early bird date.  Tuition price includes a Jiivana (L.I.F.E.) Yoga ® training manual and frameable certificate. All applications require a $100 non-refundable deposit. This amount is deducted from the tuition balance.  The remaining training balance is due two weeks prior to training.

Training Schedule:

Our Level 1 Training is typically offered 2-3 times a year, on Saturdays and Sundays from 8 am to 4:30 pm. To view the latest schedule and availability, please click the 'Sign-Up' button. If you can't find the current schedule, feel free to reach out to us at info@spiritualessenceyoga.com for more information.

Additional Hours: Part of the training requirements includes attending and observing yoga classes, completing a daily yoga practice log, and teaching a 1-hour community class at SEY as the final practical exam. The cost of attending classes is included in the tuition fee. The practical exam is scheduled within 3 weeks of the final training session.

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“My experience with yoga teacher training from Dana at Spiritual Essence Yoga came at a time when I was in emotional turmoil. I am forever grateful that the universe placed her in my path. The YTT experience allowed me to transform my life and transcend in ways that I could have never imagined! I appreciate the breadth and depth of knowledge placed in me during YTT. It provided a level of confidence and preparedness far beyond my expectations and as I’ve come to learn far beyond the experiences of other programs. Dana and her YTT prepared me for more than teaching yoga; it prepared me to live at a higher frequency and in ways to lift others to be their best selves.”
— Galanda B
“My experience with yoga teacher training from Dana at Spiritual Essence Yoga came at a time when I was in emotional turmoil. I am forever grateful that the universe placed her in my path. The YTT experience allowed me to transform my life and transcend in ways that I could have never imagined! I appreciate the breadth and depth of knowledge placed in me during YTT. It provided a level of confidence and preparedness far beyond my expectations and as I’ve come to learn far beyond the experiences of other programs. Dana and her YTT prepared me for more than teaching yoga; it prepared me to live at a higher frequency and in ways to lift others to be their best selves.”
— Galanda B
“My experience with yoga teacher training from Dana at Spiritual Essence Yoga came at a time when I was in emotional turmoil. I am forever grateful that the universe placed her in my path. The YTT experience allowed me to transform my life and transcend in ways that I could have never imagined! I appreciate the breadth and depth of knowledge placed in me during YTT. It provided a level of confidence and preparedness far beyond my expectations and as I’ve come to learn far beyond the experiences of other programs. Dana and her YTT prepared me for more than teaching yoga; it prepared me to live at a higher frequency and in ways to lift others to be their best selves.”
— Galanda B

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Our Promise

Yoga and meditation require personal, internal and intentional growth, which means your results are completely in your hands. However, we can promise you one thing.

We will be there every step of the way to lend you the mind, body and spirit communal support you need. Your health is our first priority, and we will do what we can to make sure you’re in a much better place than you were when you first started.

We’d love to leave you with the Spiritual Essence Yoga Closing Dedication. The SEY dedication was created by its founder, Dana, early on in her yoga journey. She needed a powerful affirmation to help her overcome resistance and stay with the practice. Now, the closing dedication is done at the end of each class and continues to serve as a reminder to carry the lessons we learn on the mat into our daily lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You are ready to start on your journey to become a teacher if you have a love for yoga, the curiosity to learn more, and the desire to share what you love about yoga with others. All the rest is exactly what this 200-hour online yoga teacher training program will show you! Our YTT will give you the building blocks to help you feel prepared. You’ll learn key points for each asana, how to give safe adjustment and modifications, how to cueing others through a sequence, instructions for communicating with a wide audience, and how to ground your personal practice so you are teaching what you know in your body.

  • Nope - there is not an application needed for this 200-Hour Online YTT.

    This program is for you if you have a passion for continuous learning, and a minimum of two years of consistent practice (3-6 days per week). While we do not require you to apply and be approved for the 200-Hour Program to participate in this online training, our goal is to work closely with those who wish to become dedicated teachers to guarantee a high level of outcome and proficiency.

  • Don’t worry – crazy arm balances and complex twists are not a prerequisite. We require participants in our program have a dedicated yoga practice for at least a year, so the training group has a working familiarity with a variety of asanas. From there we give you information to refine your practice and look at the asanas from a teaching perspective. Within the two training weeks you will surely meet a few challenging postures, but that is the beauty of yoga and your body – both systems learn from each other!

  • Yoga Medicine® is not a style of yoga but rather a training that educates the teacher to understand the body and create individualized yoga programs for the student based on their understanding of the anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and the traditional practice of yoga. We have participants from all schools of yoga find that our trainings help deepen their knowledge asana and the body in a way that translates effectively to their own yoga methodology. In the 200-hour, the practices will be a mix of hatha vinyasa intermingled with therapeutics and restorative practices.

  • 200-hour YTTs are offered all around the world in a myriad of formats, so there are innumerable factors to compare. What is more important is deciding what factors matter to you. Here are a few of the strengths that we love about Yoga Medicine®’s program:

    Yoga Medicine®’s teaching faculty has a breadth of experience teaching in their communities – locally and globally. They each have their own areas of expertise from their careers on and off the yoga mat, plus a wealth of information that they gained by training directly with our founder, Tiffany Cruikshank.

    Our program has stood the test of time and its longevity speaks volumes on its own. Tiffany Cruikshank built the 200-hour curriculum before YTTs were widely available and over the decades she has continuously refined the content. We continuously raise our own bar!

    The program’s structure was developed to ensure participants have ample opportunity to digest the information they learn and apply it to their own practice and teaching. Throughout the trainings blocks, you’ll be presented with an array of new concepts, so don’t think it is a breeze! But if you are up to the challenge, you’ll take the knowledge learned, review and apply the concepts in your homework so you are ready for your practice teachings and final exams with a stronger practice and a solid footing on all the key concepts from the curriculum.

  • Attendance at live sessions is mandatory for practice teaching sessions. In order to receive a certificate for the training, upon passing exams you must be present for these sessions.

  • A strong internet connection for streaming videos is needed for this training; videos are not available for download at this time.

  • A full payment of $2290 will secure a spot for teachers in the 200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training. Once we receive your full payment, it is non-refundable and non-transferable.

    Payment plans for all trainings are available at checkout to US customers via Affirm and PayPal. For international customers, please email info@yogamedicine.com directly to set up a payment plan.

  • Immediately after your payment is processed, you will receive access to this training’s online portal and materials. For this reason, refund requests for online trainings are not accepted.

    We appreciate your understanding.

Before You Register

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