Hybrid 200 Hour
Yoga Teacher Training Online And In-Person
Whole Health Yoga offers a comprehensive, evidence-informed training
that prepares confident, trauma-informed yoga teachers. Rooted in tradition and supported by modern research, the program explores yoga as a therapeutic practice.
Online study and in-person training create a flexible, supportive hybrid experience.
Developing Trauma-Informed Yoga Teachers Rooted in Service
This program integrates ancient yogic teachings with modern research and therapeutic understanding to prepare teachers who can support the health and well-being of diverse communities. Students learn to adapt yoga practices with sensitivity to physical needs, emotional experiences, trauma, and individual life circumstances.
Led by an experienced teacher trainer with more than two decades of teaching, over a decade facilitating yoga teacher trainings, and five years of direct experience as a trauma-informed yoga teacher in behavioral health settings, the program offers steady mentorship and professional guidance beyond graduation.
Who Is The Yoga Teacher Training For
This training welcomes individuals who feel called to explore yoga more deeply and to share its benefits with others. Participants come from many backgrounds and stages of life, including those seeking a meaningful career transition, professionals interested in integrating yoga into therapeutic or health-related work, and dedicated practitioners who want to understand the practice beyond the posture.
Students in this program are typically curious, reflective, and interested in learning how yoga can support the physical, emotional, and nervous system health of diverse populations through a trauma-informed lens. No prior teaching experience is required—only a sincere interest in study, practice, and service.
What Is a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training?
A 200-hour yoga teacher training is the foundational level of professional yoga education recognized by the Yoga Alliance. These programs provide a structured introduction to the philosophy, practice, anatomy, and teaching methodology of yoga. Students learn how to guide safe and accessible classes, understand the principles behind yoga practices, and develop the skills needed to teach responsibly.
Whole Health Yoga’s hybrid 200-hour training establishes a foundation in yoga as an integrated practice designed to work parallel with healthcare practitioners. The program prepares graduates to teach with a trauma-informed, evidence-informed approach and provides the educational grounding for advanced study, including 300-hour training and pathways toward certification as a yoga therapist (C-IAYT).
200 Hours Of Study and Practice
This training offers a well-rounded foundation in the philosophy, practice, and science of yoga, preparing students to approach teaching as a thoughtful and adaptive discipline. The curriculum deepens personal understanding of yoga while developing the knowledge and practical skills to teach responsibly across diverse populations, including therapeutic and health-related settings.
Throughout the training, students study core principles that support thoughtful, adaptable, and trauma-informed teaching, including:
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Yoga Philosophy & Lifestyle
You’ll understand the roots of yoga, ethical living, and the integration of yogic wisdom into modern life.
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Posture, Alignment & Asana Sequencing
You’ll master foundational asanas, the biomechanics of alignment, and inclusive sequencing for various bodies and needs.
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Breathwork (Pranayama) & Meditation
You’ll learn traditional pranayama and mindfulness practices to calm the nervous system and enhance focus.
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Functional Anatomy & Physiology
You’ll study the body systems in motion with a therapeutic lens grounded in modern science and holistic health.
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Subtle Body Study: The Koshas & Chakras
You’ll explore the 5 Koshas as a foundation for physical, emotional/mental, and spiritual healing.
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Teaching Ethics & Professional Mentorship
You’ll build your voice and teaching path with guidance, reflection, and heart-centered support from a lead trainer and an empowering community of yoga teachers.
A Flexible Hybrid Learning Experience
The training is composed of 120 virtual hours, 60 in-person hours, and 20 hours of distance mentoring, thoughtfully designed to support a balanced learning experience.
The 120 hours of virtual learning include both synchronous and asynchronous study, delivered through live-stream classes and pre-recorded video lessons that you can move through at your own pace.
The 20 mentoring hours are live and interactive, held in a virtual classroom or through 1-on-1 sessions that provide individualized guidance and support.
The 60 immersive in-person hours take place at a private retreat property in the Sierra de Guadarrama, Spain, offering a supportive learning environment, personalized mentoring, and a small-group community experience.
Paths After Completing the Training
Graduates of the 200-hour training apply their learning in a range of professional and service-oriented settings. Some begin offering private or small-group sessions, while others integrate yoga into existing roles within health, education, or community-based work.
This training also provides a strong foundation for those intending to continue into advanced study, including 300-hour programs and training pathways toward becoming a yoga therapist.
Common pathways include:
• Offering private or small-group yoga sessions
• Integrating yoga into healthcare, counseling, or coaching settings
• Supporting community wellness programs or nonprofit initiatives
• Collaborating with health or behavioral health professionals
• Continuing advanced study in yoga therapy or specialized training
Founder and Lead Teacher Trainer
With decades of global teaching experience and a deep commitment to therapeutic, trauma-informed yoga, I have dedicated my work to supporting others through movement, breath, and an evidence-informed approach to practice. After earning a Master’s degree from the Clinton School of Public Service at the age of 55, I set out to bridge the gap between modern medicine and the ancient wisdom of yoga.
Through Whole Health Yoga, I mentor service-oriented yoga teachers and therapists while offering individualized online sessions and guiding retreats that support personal practice, rest, and renewal through an integrated approach to yoga.
Details & Tuition
Structure
WHY’s Hybrid 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is delivered over three consecutive months through synchronous and asynchronous sessions. In addition, each participant attends one week-long in-person immersion with a cohort of fewer than 15 trainees, creating a supportive community learning experience.
Location
Live-streamed and pre-recorded sessions are accessible through an online platform. The in-person immersion is hosted at a retreat property in the Sierra de Guadarrama, Spain, located in the Madrid region approximately 60-75 minutes from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport by direct train.
Travel arrangement guidance is available for those who would like support. Final arrangements remain the responsibility of each participant.
Tuition
$3900 | $1000 Deposit | Payment Plans Available
Tuition includes:
Full 200-hour Whole Health Yoga Hybrid Teacher Training (online + in-person immersion +mentoring)
6-night immersive retreat experience in Guadarrama, Spain, set against the Sierra mountains
Shared accommodations and bathroom facilities
Daily nourishment with 3 chef prepared Mediterranean-style meals
Access to the Sierra de Guadarrama from the retreat center front door
Massage, astrology readings, and other holistic services are offered by local practitioners at an additional fee
Additional expenses include, but are not limited to, books, transportation to the retreat site, and excursions.
If you would like to learn more about the program before applying, you are welcome to schedule a consultation.
Training Schedule
ONLINE TRAINING SESSIONS
January, 2027
10, 17, 24, & 31
9a-12p
February, 2027
7, 14, 21, & 28
9a-12p
March, 2027
7, 14, 21, & 28
9a-12p | 1p-3p
All online sessions require mandatory attendance.
Times are listed in the Central Time Zone.
Participants attend one week (6 nights / 7 days) of in-person immersion hosted twice each year at a retreat home in the Sierra de Guadarrama, Spain. It is highly recommended that participants complete the 60 immersion hours as close as possible to finishing the online portion of the training; however, participants have up to 12 months to complete the immersion portion of the training.
IN-PERSON IMMERSION
May 23-29, 2027
October 17-23, 2027
Interested In The Training Program?
Complete The Form Below To Learn More Or Begin The Application Process.
FAQs on
200 hour yoga teacher training
online & in-person
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The WHY 200 hour teacher training is designed to meet the credentialing requirements of Yoga Alliance. The total asynchronous (self-paced) and synchronous hours must equal a minimum of 200 hours. The training schedule includes 3 months of asynchronous and synchronous hours hosted virtually and a 1 week immersion in person. The 1 week immersion schedule is detailed above.
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Yes, a 200 hour certification from a Yoga Alliance–registered school qualifies you to teach yoga professionally. This foundational training equips you with the skills to lead group classes, offer private sessions, and begin your journey as a certified yoga instructor.
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Absolutely. A 200 hour yoga teacher training is the essential first step toward becoming a confident, knowledgeable, and impactful yoga teacher. It offers a comprehensive foundation in yoga philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, and self-practice. Our 200 hour yoga teacher training goes even further by blending ancient healing practices with modern science and mentorship to ensure your personal growth and professional readiness.
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The highest standard recognized by Yoga Alliance is the Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500). In addition , the 200 hour certification is the first certification to qualify for the Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) credential, awarded by the International Association of Yoga Therapists through a IAYT credentialed school.
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The total cost for the training is $3900. This total includes 200 hours of yoga teacher training, accommodations for an in-person 6-night immersion in the Sierra de Guadarrama, Spain, and 3 mediterranean style meals per day.
All participants are responsible for additional costs which include, but are not limited to, books, transportation to the retreat site, and any excursions.
WHY 200 Hour Teacher Training Application
Welcome to the WHY Yoga Teacher Training Application
This application process is intended to be thoughtful, reflective, and intentional. The training is immersive, rigorous, and deeply personal. The right training environment supports not only the development of your skills as a teacher, but also your goals as a career-oriented professional.
As you move through these questions, take your time and respond honestly. This process is not about impressing us. It is about gaining clarity for yourself and determining whether there is mutual alignment between you and WHY.
Thank you for taking the time to thoughtfully complete this application.
After reviewing your responses, I will invite you to a conversation so we can further explore alignment and address any questions you may have. Regardless of the outcome, I honor the courage it takes to step toward deeper study and a path of service to others.
Shanti,
Wendy