200-Hour Teacher Training, Module 1: Yoga Immersion Program

“Yoga” means “union” in the ancient Sanskrit language. It is a perfect description of the Integral Yoga method which synthesizes the various branches of Yoga into a comprehensive lifestyle system. The six branches of Integral Yoga (Hatha, Raja, Karma, Bhakti, Jnana, and Japa) are powerful tools to encourage wellness and self-mastery. The aim is to promote the harmonious development of every aspect of the individual – the results are subtle, profound, and measurable.

For over 40 years, Integral Yoga’s internationally respected training program has been continually developed and refined to meet the personal and professional Yogic needs of our participants. Rooted in ancient wisdom with a contemporary approach for modern times, we provide a wide reaching foundation for trainees to develop their knowledge and personal practice of Yoga, along with the essential skills for teaching. Graduates of our training program receive both a practical and a philosophical understanding of the full scope of Yoga teachings and practices, and are well prepared to serve in guiding others along the Yogic path.

Module 1: Yoga Immersion Program

Module 1 covers the first 50 hours of credit for 200-Hour Teacher Training. You will be immersed in an experience of living Yoga for personal and spiritual development, encouraging you to deepen your own practice through the study of Yoga as a complete lifestyle science. Upon graduation from Module 1, you will have the knowledge and skills to establish yourself in a well-grounded personal practice, and be ready for Module 2: Yoga Teaching Essentials, where you will learn how to guide others through a complete Integral Yoga class and become a certified teacher recognized by Yoga Alliance.

Curriculum Includes:

• Asana (physical postures)
• Pranayama (breath work)
• Mantra (chanting)
• Meditation
• Philosophy from The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali
• Historical Roots of Yoga
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Yogic Diet
• Introduction to lesser known traditional practices, such as Bhakti Yoga (the path of devotion), Karma Yoga (the path of selfless service), and Jñana Yoga (the path of self-inquiry)

All textbooks and study materials will be provided at the beginning of the course. Students should plan to spend about 2-3 hours per week on reading and reflective journaling homework assignments, as well as 1-2 hours per week attending Hatha classes.

Enrollment in this course includes free access to online and in-person classes through Integral Yoga Institute for the duration of the program. Access to class recordings and study materials will be available through the online learning portal for 12 months after graduation.

Training Schedule

APRIL 15 – MAY 23, 2026

Wednesdays • 6:30pm-8:00pm • All Online
Saturdays • 9:30am-4:00pm • All Online
Sundays • 10:00am-4:00pm • Hybrid Online & In-Person

Weekend classes include 1-hour lunch break.
Eastern Time US, please check your time zone.

This is a hybrid training offering both online and in-person classes. Participants may choose to complete the entire training online, or as a combination of online and in-person experience. Our classes are dynamic and interactive with feedback in real time, requiring your attendance and participation, whether online or in person, for the full class schedule listed above. Absences can be made up with the help of class recordings, but please be aware that this is not a self-paced course and you are expected to be present in class.

Tuition for Module 1

$1250 Regular Tuition, paid in full by April 3
or
$1275 Payment Plan, $275 deposit by April 3

$200 Early Bird Discount, pay in full or begin payment plan by March 15

Tuition includes a $275 non-refundable deposit to reserve your space in the training, textbooks and course materials, as well as access to free hatha classes starting 30 days before the training begins. Trainees also receive a 10% discount on any IYINY shop purchases while enrolled in the course.

Tuition must be paid in full before the training begins, or you must be actively enrolled in the payment plan. The payment plan includes the non-refundable deposit before the training begins, with subsequent installments spread out over the course of the training. Installment due dates will be determined from your date of enrollment, and will be shown on the registration page at sign up. All payment plan installments must be completed before graduation.

Partial scholarships for financial aid may be available when funding permits, you can indicate your request for scholarship consideration on the training application form. Please note that IYINY is a non-profit that receives no federal or state funding, resources for providing scholarships are limited and recipients will be asked to give back to the Integral community through volunteer service. If you are able to afford the cost of tuition, we kindly ask that you consider the payment plan option as an alternative to requesting a scholarship, as this supports our efforts to make the training accessible for those with financial limitations. For more information on payment plans and scholarships, please contact TeacherTraining@iyiny.org.

AUDITING

Teachers who are already certified through Integral Yoga may participate in this program at a discounted rate of $525. Auditors are not required to attend all sessions or complete homework assignments.  If you are interested in auditing this course, please email TeacherTraining@iyiny.org with a copy of your 200-Hour Integral Yoga certificate.

Admission Requirements

Applicants of all skill levels are welcome, familiarity with practicing Integral Yoga Hatha Level I is required. If you are new to Integral Yoga, we kindly request that you attend at least 3 of our Hatha classes (online or in-person) before applying for this program. Applicants must be dedicated to developing your Yoga practice, which will require making your time in this course a priority, ensuring regular attendance, active participation, and home study.

Please be advised that a significant portion of the training is delivered in an online format and that students will be asked to utilize our online learning platform for course materials. Participants must have regular access to the internet and a computer or other device that is able to run Zoom with audio/video functionality. An active personal email account is required to access the online learning platform and receive course communications.

Application Process

There are three steps to our application process. You must complete all three steps in order to confirm your enrollment:

1.) Submit your online application form. After review, we will contact you with next steps.
2.) Attend an admission interview on zoom, this takes approx. 30-45 minutes.
3.) Complete your registration by making your tuition payment.

ADMISSIONS DEADLINE – APRIL 1

Applications are processed in the order they are received. Space in the training is limited and we recommend applying early to reserve your seat. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Admission for late applicants is not guaranteed.

200-Hour Certification & Yoga Alliance

Integral Yoga Institute offers a comprehensive 200-Hour Teacher Training program delivered across two Modules. Module 1 provides 50 credit hours and Module 2 provides 150 credit hours for a total of 200 Yoga Alliance-approved hours, while the training itself goes beyond the minimum educational standards set by Yoga Alliance. Teacher certification requires trainees to successfully complete both Modules 1 and 2, and to qualify by passing a series of thorough tests, including written exams and monitored teaching. Upon graduation from Module 2, you will receive a 200-hour teaching certificate for Integral Yoga Level I and be eligible to register as RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance.

300-Hour Advanced Certification

Graduates of 200-Hour Teacher Training may continue their studies with our graduate-level specialty trainings for a 300-hour Advanced Teaching Certification. The 200-hour + 300-hour certifications confer 500 total hours of training and qualify for the RYT 500 designation with Yoga Alliance. Learn more here.