Self Discovery 200 Hour Teacher Training

Established 2025

East Longmeadow, MA

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Purpose

Whether you're looking to deepen your personal practice, embark on a fulfilling teaching career, or simply explore the profound depths of yoga, this Accredited program is your gateway to realizing your fullest potential.

What to expect

Over the Course of this Training…

Cultivate Your Practice: Dive deep into the essence of yoga by merging ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science. The curriculum equips you with a diverse range of tools and techniques, empowering you to craft a deliberate and enriching practice tailored to your unique journey.
Mindful Teaching: Learn to seamlessly integrate the ancient traditions of yoga with modern-day insights. The program focuses on cultivating well-balanced, mindful yoga practices that prioritize alignment, fostering a nurturing environment for both you and your students.
Live Your Yoga: Beyond the mat, this training extends into everyday life, guiding you to embody the true essence of yoga. Explore how to integrate yogic principles into your daily routines, nurturing holistic well-being, and fostering a deeper connection with yourself and others.
Become a Registered Yoga Teacher: The Self-Discovery 200hr Yoga Teacher Training is an American Yoga Council accredited training. You become qualified to teacher yoga in the domains of your life that light your soul on fire!

Style/Lineage

Rooted in tradition and tailored for the modern practitioner, the Self-Discovery YTT offers a holistic journey of self-empowerment, leadership development, and authentic teacher training.

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Core competencies

By the end of this program, graduates will be able to…

Yoga History & Theory	Identify key periods in yoga history—including the Vedic, Classical, and Modern eras—as described in American Yoga Council Level 1 curriculum. Examine the relationship between personal growth practices and teaching effectiveness, identifying how self-awareness shapes the teacher-student dynamic. Complete all required American Yoga Council Level 1 documentation—including practice logs, teaching hours, and competency assessments—according to program guidelines.
Teaching Skills	Deliver a yoga class segment using at distinct teaching modalities, adjusting approach based on real-time student feedback. Assess the impact of a teacher's cueing style on student response, drawing conclusions about how language choice shapes student engagement. Manage a practice teaching session by tracking time effectively, addressing student needs, and maintaining a calm and focused class atmosphere. Examine a student's movement patterns to identify compensations, asymmetries, or potential injury risks that require thoughtful modification. Identify foundational principles of trauma-informed yoga teaching, including choice-based language, non-touch default, and predictable class structure.
Practice Skills	Assess a student's alignment in a foundational pose, identifying deviations and providing constructive, safety-focused corrections. Evaluate the vinyasa sequence for energetic balance, anatomical integrity, and alignment with the chosen class theme or student level. Lead a group through a structured pranayama practice, using clear instruction and appropriate pacing for beginning and intermediate students. Lead a meditation session appropriate for a general yoga class, providing clear guidance and modifications for students with varying experience levels. Examine the relationship between fascial restrictions and movement limitations, identifying how targeted myofascial work can improve specific poses. Set up and teach a restorative yoga pose, using props effectively and providing clear verbal guidance to help students find deep release.
Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics	Examine how individual anatomical differences affect a student's ability to achieve specific poses, distinguishing between bone structure and flexibility limitations. Describe how the subtle body framework—including the Koshas and Chakras—relates to physical, emotional, and energetic wellbeing.
Lifestyle & Ethics	Identify key periods in yoga history—including the Vedic, Classical, and Modern eras—as described in American Yoga Council Level 1 curriculum. Examine the relationship between personal growth practices and teaching effectiveness, identifying how self-awareness shapes the teacher-student dynamic. Complete all required American Yoga Council Level 1 documentation—including practice logs, teaching hours, and competency assessments—according to program guidelines.
Business Skills	Compare the Level 1 and Level 2 American Yoga Council certification tracks, identifying how competencies build upon each other across levels. Explain how a yoga teacher can build a sustainable teaching career by developing a niche, setting clear offerings, and maintaining professional standards. Describe the role of service and community connection in the yogic tradition, explaining how Seva—selfless service—supports personal and collective growth.

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Students will be evaluated through a combination of written/oral exams, submissions, and direct observations.

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Krystal Say

Hello, I am a 500 E-RYT Yoga Teacher and international retreat leader. I love to create wellness experiences that create transformation. I lead vinyasa, restorative, TRX, and Restorative Yoga along with multiple modalities of conscious fitness. I hope we can move together!

sweatpoweryoga.com

East Longmeadow, MA, US

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