Your Complete 200-Hour YTT Guide
A 200-hour yoga teacher training is the foundational certification for aspiring yoga teachers. But what exactly happens during those 200 hours?
Daily Schedule
Most residential trainings follow a similar structure:
6:00 AM - Morning meditation and pranayama
7:00 AM - Asana practice (2 hours)
9:00 AM - Breakfast break
10:30 AM - Anatomy or philosophy lecture
12:30 PM - Lunch and rest
3:00 PM - Teaching methodology and practice
5:00 PM - Evening asana or restorative practice
7:00 PM - Dinner
Core Curriculum
Asana (Physical Postures)
You'll learn proper alignment, modifications, adjustments, and sequencing for 50+ poses across all categories – standing, seated, twists, backbends, inversions, and more.
Anatomy & Physiology
Understanding the body is crucial for safe teaching. Expect to learn about muscles, joints, the spine, and common injuries.
Philosophy & History
Dive into yoga sutras, the eight limbs of yoga, chakras, and the rich history of this ancient practice.
Teaching Methodology
Learn how to cue, demonstrate, observe students, create sequences, and manage a class environment.
Assessments
Most programs include:
Written exams on anatomy and philosophy
Practical teaching assessments
Final teach-back sessions
The Transformation
Beyond the curriculum, expect personal transformation. Many students experience emotional releases, changed perspectives, and a deeper connection to themselves.
200 hours is just the beginning. Your real education starts when you begin teaching.