Yogaspirit 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification

Established 1997

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Yogaspirit Studios

65 Dodge Street unit c 1034, Beverly, MA, USA

Beverly, MA

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273 days • 231 hours • $ 3610+

Beverly, MA, US

Led by

Kim Valeri Povey

CYT-L3

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Purpose

This synthesis offers a path that is both timeless and responsive to the needs of modern practitioners.

What to expect

A deep immersion for aspiring teachers to explore the full arc of yoga through Yogaspirit’s lens. Precise alignment, intelligent sequencing, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy integrated with Ayurveda, spiritually grounded practice and mentoring.

Style/Lineage

Yogaspirit® arises from the integration of classical Hatha yoga, the meditative path of Raja Yoga, and the healing science of Ayurveda. Informed by decades of study with master teachers the lineage honors precise alignment as taught in the Iyengar tradition, the fluidity of breath-centered practice, and the transformational inner work of Satvavajaya.

Additional Information

Core competencies

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

Yoga History & Theory	Describe the foundational concepts from yoga philosophy, history, and classical texts, demonstrating accurate understanding of their key teachings and historical context. Integrate foundational principles of yoga philosophy to personal practice and teaching, demonstrating an understanding of their relevance to practice, instruction, and student experience. Engage in foundational practices of meditation, pranayama, self-study, and contemplative inquiry through consistent personal engagement and practice. Describe foundational Ayurvedic principles and their relationship to yogic living, demonstrating an understanding of their key concepts and practical relevance. Evaluate the relationship among personal practice, self-awareness, discernment, and teaching, using reflection to identify how personal practice informs teaching and professional development.
Practice Skills	Demonstrates foundational understanding of the Yogaspirit® Asana Library, including key asana names, characteristics, and foundational principles. Apply Yogaspirit® Asana techniques across foundational postures and movement experiences, demonstrating appropriate technique, breath awareness, alignment, and adaptability. Analyze alignment, movement patterns, and individual differences with increasing skill to inform appropriate practice and teaching decisions. Use appropriate modifications, props, and adaptations to support safe, accessible, and individualized participation. Apply foundational asana principles to develop and maintain a consistent personal practice that supports teaching skill, embodiment, and ongoing learning. Apply foundational biomechanical principles to observe movement and make appropriate teaching decisions related to alignment, movement, and adaptation.
Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics	Explain foundational anatomy and physiology relevant to yoga practice and teaching, including key structures, systems, and their relationship to movement and practice. Discuss foundational Yogaspirit® Biomechanics principles to movement and asana, demonstrating appropriate application of alignment, movement, and adaptation principles. Identify common anatomical considerations, contraindications, and movement relationships relevant to foundational yoga instruction. Inegrate foundational Applied Anatomy concepts to movement observation, cueing, adaptation, and teaching decisions to support safe and effective instruction. Evaluate student needs in relation to the yoga teacher’s professional scope and makes appropriate referrals to qualified professionals when necessary.
Teaching Skills	Plan and teaches coherent foundational yoga classes with purposeful sequencing, appropriate pacing, clear instruction, and effective transitions. Apply principles of sequencing, pacing, cueing, demonstration, observation, and class management to facilitate safe, effective, and coherent yoga instruction. Use clear and effective verbal, visual, and physical teaching methods to communicate instructions and support student understanding and engagement. Evaluate student needs through observation and makes thoughtful, appropriate teaching decisions to support individual safety, participation, and learning. Apply foundational principles of adaptation and accessibility to support safe, effective, and inclusive participation in yoga practice. Cultivate feedback practices by giving and receiving constructive feedback to support continued professional and teaching development. Apply foundational knowledge and teaching skills through supervised teaching and practicum experiences, demonstrating developing competency in yoga instruction.
Lifestyle & Ethics	Apply foundational ethical principles to professional yoga teaching, demonstrating respect for student safety, dignity, agency, boundaries, and appropriate professional conduct. Explain the scope of practice, professional boundaries, and responsibilities of a yoga teacher in relation to students and professional practice. Demonstrate professional standards through clear communication, thorough preparation, timeliness, consistency, and responsible conduct in yoga teaching and professional practice. Create welcoming and inclusive learning environments that foster dignity, respect, equity, belonging, and student agency.
Business Skills	Explain foundational considerations related to waivers, liability, professional organizations, and yoga teacher credentialing, including their relevance to professional yoga teaching. Develop an initial professional identity and plan for continued learning and professional growth. Apply introductory business, marketing, and professional-practice concepts appropriate to beginning yoga teachers.

AYC allows each school to state and evaluate the competencies each student acquires. Students rate how well the program delivered them.

Program Emphasis

Evaluation methods

Program evaluations

Oral Exam
Written Submission
Solo Project Or Presentation
Graded Demonstration
Graded Skill Demonstration
Group Project Or Presentation
Case Study
Other
Written Exam
Direct Observation

Students will be evaluated through a combination of written/oral submissions, solo projects, and direct observation

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Program Faculty

Featured Faculty

Kim Valeri Povey

Ayurvedic Doctor Level Certified; Founder of Yogapirit Studios (est. 1997). I teach yoga and Ayurveda rooted in spiritual depth, trauma-informed care; clinical practice. I unite time-honored Vedic traditions with contemporary approaches to support resilience, and longevity.

yogaspiritstudios.com

Beverly, MA, US

Adjunct Faculty