Yoga Teacher Training
Certificate of Achievement

This yoga instructor certification program prepares students to meet the requirements to become a 200-hour registered yoga teacher (RYT) with Yoga Alliance.  Yoga Alliance sets forth widely recognized standards for yoga teachers and teacher-training programs, including the minimum number of hours of training in each of five areas: teaching methodology, techniques of teaching, anatomy and physiology, philosophy and lifestyle and teaching practicum. This comprehensive and wisdom-based program provides students with a broad background and practical experience to enhance their teaching skills and to build confidence in meeting the diverse needs of future students and populations.  After students earn their status as  registered yoga teachers  they can apply for positions at yoga studios, health and fitness centers, country clubs, recreation districts, hospitals and health and wellness centers. 

Semester 1

Course Code Title Units
KINE 018 Yoga Teacher Training Essentials 3
KINE 19 Yoga Teacher Training Progressive Methodologies  3
One unit from the following:  KINE 092 or KINE 098A or KINE 098B or KINE 098C or KINE 098D or KINE 099 Yoga for Dancers or Yoga I-Fundamentals of Yoga or Yoga II-Beginning Yoga or Yoga III-Intermediate Yoga or Yoga IV-Advanced Yoga or Vinyasa Power Yoga     1
KINE 095A Kinesiology Work Experience  1

*The program can be completed in a single semester. 

Our Yoga Teacher Training program prepares students to meet the
requirements to become a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) through
Yoga Alliance. This program equips you with the practical skills and confidence to meet the diverse needs of future students. Upon certification, graduates can pursue
teaching opportunities at yoga studios, health and fitness centers, recreation
districts, hospitals, and wellness centers.