Best Yoga Teacher Training Programs

Offering a series of 200- and 300-hour yoga teacher trainings in various locations around the world, YogaWorks is flexible with the types of education provided. Courses are offered as four-week immersives, six-week weekday programs, or on weekends over several months. 

The training puts equal focus on both the philosophical teachings of yoga and the postures and hands-on adjustments. Learning about proper alignment and anatomy is critical for every YogaWorks training, and the use of props to modify postures plays a key role.

The 300-hour training is more advanced, offering one-on-one mentorship as well as more in-depth insight into meditation and yoga philosophy. Participants also gain free access for three months to the online classes offered on YogaWorks' website. 

Training rates vary depending on the location and the type of instruction you choose—expect to spend anywhere from around $2,700 to $3,300 for a month-long training. YogaWorks hosts both domestic and international training locations including Bali, Greece, Northern California, New Hampshire, and more.

People over 62 years old receive discounted tuition at $2,700. Check out the YogaWorks training calendar for more information on dates, locations, instructors, and pricing.

To enroll, you must have had six to 12 months of consistent yoga practice before attending.

The non-profit Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health is located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, and is an immersive experience perfect for greener yogis. The in-person model requires your attendance at the center for two 12-day sessions, usually hosted about five to six months apart. Kripalu also offers 300- or 1000-hour yoga certificates.

The foundational program focuses on Kripalu Yoga's 21 foundational asanas. You will also learn anatomy and physiology, as well as how to structure engaging classes, including assists, warm-ups, asanas, pranayama, relaxation, and meditation techniques. There is an emphasis on yogic tradition.

It’s not mandated that you stay at the center for your training, though it’s highly recommended. The hybrid model includes four on-campus weekends (from a Thursday to Sunday).

The course costs $2,808 whether you opt for in-person, hybrid, or fully online certification (hybrid and in-person also have associated fees for food and accommodation). The Kripalu dining hall and cafe serve whole, nourishing foods including poultry, fish, whole grains, seasonal vegetables, bakery items, and more. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

If you're looking to immerse yourself in all things yoga during your teacher training, consider choosing a program in Rishikesh.

Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas beside the Ganges River, this Indian city is renowned for its numerous yoga and meditation ashrams. Vinyasa Yoga School, one of the first in Rishikesh to offer this type of flow style, has multiple 200-, 300-, and 500-hour yoga teacher trainings throughout the year. 

Its immersive 200- hour training lasts for 24 days, the 300-hour training is 27 days, and the 500-hour training is 60 days long. Participants live onsite studying yoga six days a week. The school's primary goal is to impart to future teachers that yoga is a holistic practice that goes beyond just the physical postures.

Vinyasa Yoga School might be a good fit if you're looking to gain insight into the other aspects of the practice. The programs all dedicate time to the spiritual elements of yoga, such as pranayama, meditation techniques, mantras, and more.

Part of each student's tuition goes to fund some of the school's nonprofit initiatives, like providing food and yoga education in the local community in Rishikesh. A 200-hour teacher training, perfect for establishing your yoga foundation, costs around $1,400 (not including travel expenses).

The program includes all training (the length varies by course), yoga course materials, a room (you can opt for private or shared) with a hot shower and WiFi, breakfast and dinner, field trips, yoga props for classes, access to a garden, and a Yoga Alliance RYT200 certificate. Check the calendar to find out about upcoming teacher trainings. Note that the school also has a location in Bali.

Dedicated to the traditional Ashtanga practice, One Breath of Yoga is the place to go if you're looking to surround yourself with nature while learning the very physical Mysore-style practice.

Set in the middle of a Mayan jungle in Puerto Morelos in Mexico, this serene ashram places specific importance on the connection between ourselves and the environment we live in. 

Months-long immersions and teacher trainings include pranayama and meditation techniques. In addition to the instruction, students can participate in indigenous healing ceremonies such as cacao, medicinal plants, and rebirth traditions.

There's even an on-site sweat lodge, traditionally known as a Temazcal, that participants can use. Days off can be spent on the white-sand beaches along Mexico's Caribbean coast, which are less than a three-mile drive from the property. 

Rates vary depending on the workshop and training offered. Accommodations are also available and include WiFi and access to a communal kitchen. All meals are raw and vegan, and lunch and dinner are included in the base price.

Like other trainings on this list, upon completion of the program, you’ll receive a Yoga Alliance Certificate (YTT 200 hour or 300 hour).

Y7 Studio works to make yoga inclusive and accessible for all members of its community with a mission to break down the traditional barriers that beginner practitioners face. It's also a great option for those looking for a fully remote yoga teacher training program.

The brand's candle-lit classes focus on high-energy beats and high temperatures. Each studio is heated via infrared technology to between 80 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit to help improve blood circulation and increase flexibility. 

Hands-on training is key to any Y7 training, which focuses on an in-depth exploration of over 100 asanas, as well as the proper alignment techniques and modifications for each pose.

The studio has shifted its format slightly to make training more engaging, even in online sessions. There is also the option to take in-person classes on Saturday in New York City; you can choose to attend some Saturdays in person and others online.

The business of yoga, its philosophy, and meditation and breathing techniques are all part of the Y7 curriculum. Pricing for the 200-hour teacher training is $3,000 with a non-refundable deposit. Y7 also offers early enrollment discounts and a payment plan option. Partial scholarships are available to yoga teachers in need, and preference is given to those working to spread the practice of yoga within their communities. 

Located in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, The Himalayan Institute is a quiet, peaceful setting of over 400 acres in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains where you can get well-rounded, comprehensive yoga teacher training. 

Both 200- and 300-hour training sessions are available for 2023. Yoga trainings at the Himalayan Institute consist of several sessions on campus spread out over a period of time, but sample schedules include online and webinar training.

The curriculum covers skills, techniques, and teaching methods from highly trained faculty. You’ll learn asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, ethics of yoga, scientific knowledge like anatomy and physiology, and much more. Pricing for the course starts at $2,599 (it's more for the 300-hour training) but doesn't include accommodation, so if you opt for the in-person training, be sure to check the additional fees for housing.