The Yard 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
At The Yard, we study yoga the way we live it, through imagination, geometry, philosophy and play. This 200-hour journey is for anyone who wants to see themselves more clearly, teach with purpose and learn the systems behind why yoga works.
Over 11 intensive weekends, you’ll learn alignment that makes sense for real bodies, explore Taoist and Katonah theory, trace meridians through the fascia and build the kind of confidence that comes from curiosity, not performance.
Our 200-hour yoga teacher training is Yoga Alliance Certified.
Whether you want to teach or just take your practice off the mat and into your life, this training is about learning how to see, feel, and connect.
This isn’t just teacher training, it’s a recalibration.
Simple. Smart. Real.
Just like The Yard.
The Yard 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
What You’ll Learn
Asana: Embodying the Practice
Practice and teach postures with precision and awareness, exploring alignment, breath, and intelligent sequencing.
Anatomy: Understanding the Body
Learn how the body moves and adapts. Study muscles, joints, biomechanics, and safe movement patterns for all bodies.
Philosophy: Wisdom for Modern Living
Dive into ancient texts and teachings, and explore how their lessons can guide modern life and informed teaching.
Ethics: Teaching With Integrity
Examine personal and professional ethics. Learn to hold safe, supportive spaces and lead with integrity and accountability.
Meditation: Cultivating Presence
Develop your personal meditation practice and learn to guide others with clarity and confidence.
Katonah Yoga®: Expanding the Map
Discover how geometry, Taoist theory, and archetypes inform this intelligent way of movement, and creative teaching strategies.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: Anti-Oppressive Teaching
Create spaces where everyone feels seen and respected. Explore bias, accessibility, and inclusive teaching practices grounded in care and awareness.
Sequencing: Crafting Transformative Classes
Design intelligent and creative classes with clear structure and purposeful progression.
Restorative Yoga: The Art of Rest
Learn to guide deeply supportive, nurturing classes that promote release and restoration.
Teaching Skills: Finding Your Voice
From day one to graduation, gain confidence and authenticity in your teaching.
Pranayama: The Art of Breath
Build vitality, focus, and calm through foundational breathwork and nervous system awareness techniques.
Adjustments: Supporting Students Safely
Practice verbal and hands-on adjustments that deepen students’ experience while prioritizing consent, comfort, and empowerment.
Yin Yoga: Going Deeper
Explore the principles of Yin Yoga and how to safely guide long-held, meditative postures targeting connective tissue and energetic pathways.
The Business of Yoga: Creating a Sustainable Career
Learn to build a sustainable teaching path, find your niche, set boundaries, and develop the skills to thrive in the yoga world.
Our Instructors
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Samantha McGrenaghan
Katonah, Vinyasa, Iyengar, Ashtanga
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Nya Daley
Vinyasa, Yin, Mobility, Anti-oppression
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Tash Francesca
Vinyasa, Pranayama, Meditation, Restorative
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Tori Lovegrove
Vinyasa, Yin, Meditation
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Rachel McLean
Vinyasa, Biomechanics, Restorative
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Tracy DePass
Ashtanga, Sanskrit, Meditation
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Jaffer Hussain
Vinyasa, Hatha, Business of Yoga
Frequently Asked Questions
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With so many virtual trainings available, we wanted to make in person hours a priority. It’s important that we’re all together but we get it, life happens. If you have to miss a session, we’ll work with you on a case by case basis.
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Yes, there will be homework occasionally. It’s what you’d expect. Class planning, readings and of course studying for your final.
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That’s cool. Deepen your practice with us. You’ll be certified at the end, whether or not you decide to teach is up to you.
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Not at all! All levels are welcome. We’ll meet you where you are.
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The Yard Yoga training manual, 200 Hour Certification recognized by the Yoga Alliance, 25 class credits to use during your training, and a whole community of people to practice with.