Explore Top Online Yoga Courses & Certifications for Skill Building

Is Certification Required to be a Yoga Teacher? 

To get a job teaching yoga, most yoga studios require some form of certification with 200 hours of training being the typical minimum. That certification is known as a  200 YTT. There are several distinctions; RYT “registered yoga teacher",  C-IAYT “certified yoga therapist”, CYT “certified yoga teacher“, and TKYM “certified teacher of The Kaivalya Yoga Method”. 

While it’s not a legal requirement, being a certified yoga teacher will help in getting a job at a studio. Plus, it sends a powerful message to customers about the quality of your abilities. They’ll feel confident that you know what you’re doing and will teach safely and responsibly.

Beyond the postures, yoga teacher training and certification include training in breathing techniques, meditation, philosophy, and other important aspects of a yoga practice. More importantly, online yoga teacher training shows you how to teach more effectively!

Online yoga teacher certification makes the process of becoming certified much easier because it can be adapted to your own schedule.

How to Evaluate a Yoga School for Teacher Training?  

So how do you find a good online yoga certification course? Check teacher experience. See that course details are clear as to timelines and expectations. Assess the depth of knowledge and instruction provided within the program. Consider the availability of instructors and personal feedback. Look for professional associations like the Yoga Alliance and reviews from past students.

1. Teacher Experience 

Yoga teacher training online requires instructors who are professional and accessible to the students. Look for a program that allows regular live interaction with the teacher, and an instructor who gives clear demonstrations. He or she should provide opportunities for you to practice and improve your own teaching skills and offer clearly understood suggestions for improvement.

Naturally, the instructors for a yoga teacher training and certification course should be accredited themselves.

A quality teacher will offer thorough explanations of the poses and physical anatomy, including how the poses affect the body and ways to modify them for different physical limitations and circumstances. Beyond the physical practice, a qualified instructor will teach other vital aspects of yoga including breathing practices, meditation, and the overall philosophy of this ancient system.

Teachers should be regularly available to answer your questions, either by video chat, written comments, or similar. Their curriculum should be concise and the teacher should offer modifications for students who may be at different levels of experience.

2. Program Design 

Quality online yoga teacher training is built around a curriculum that emphasizes regularly scheduled,  live and interactive sessions. It should emphasize both practical teaching skills as well as theoretical aspects like modifications.

The curriculum should include anatomy, alignment principles, modifications for different conditions and body types, and the sequencing of poses. A thorough online yoga certification program will also include modules on meditation, breathing, philosophy, and other related elements.

The certification program should also have a sense of community, where students can get personalized feedback and ask questions in a supportive environment. Lessons should be accessible in a variety of ways (video modules, live demonstrations, detailed written materials, etc.) to cater to the different ways that students learn.

The curriculum of a quality online yoga instructor certification program should be laid out in a clear way with measurable, achievable goals. Depending on your progress, the program should be flexible enough to be adapted to your needs with input from your instructor.

3. Integrity & Authenticity 

Online yoga certification isn’t just about putting the time in to learn how best to teach the asanas. It’s about embracing and embodying the yoga mindset and lifestyle, appreciating the other elements of a practice. These include the philosophy behind yoga, meditation, breath control, and the like.

Online yoga training certification should come from a place of authenticity and integrity. Being aligned with established organizations like the Yoga Alliance is a good sign, but not required.

The Mindful Purpose Institute is proud to be a member of the Yoga Alliance. Our instructors are dedicated to creating and leading online yoga teacher training that elevates and inspires our students to spread the beautiful, healthful influences of yoga life.

Why Our Courses are Best?

The online yoga certification programs from The Mindful Purpose Institute are highly rated by our students for several reasons. They appreciate the clear, informative curriculum. We’ve curated our courses to work with your schedule, never sacrificing quality for convenience. Our instructors review your work, provide detailed feedback, and are passionate about setting you up for an enjoyable, sustainable career as a yoga instructor. Consider the instructors your dedicated allies in moving you from online courses to a great job where you can share your purpose and help others through yoga.

Unlike too many online yoga certification programs, we offer the personal touch that keeps you motivated and on track to getting your certificate. You get a world-class education from top instructors and all at an affordable price.

Benefits of doing Yoga Teacher Training Online

Online yoga teacher certification programs offer many benefits. The first is being able to do courses on your own time and on your own schedule. That same flexibility allows you to work at your own pace, moving as fast or as slow as you need. 

Doing your training online is cheaper than doing it in person, as you save money on travel costs (not to mention time).

You have access to a wide range of instructors whom you might not ordinarily meet. Plus, you’re meeting like-minded individuals and becoming part of a community. This kind of network will prove beneficial as you begin and develop your professional career.

Online yoga teacher training also helps you deepen your own personal practice, as you learn new methods and gain new insights into different aspects of yoga.

Brief Summary of courses we Offer: 

For over a decade, The Kaivalya Yoga Method has provided quality online yoga teacher training and certification at levels required for employment in reputable yoga studios. Our 200-hour program is the typical minimum for certification, but you can also elevate your professional skills through our 300 and 500-hour courses.

Yoga Teacher Training Online - 200hr Program 

Our 200-hour online teacher training program is perfect for anyone who wants to begin their professional yoga instructor journey. However, fitness enthusiasts or spiritual seekers will find this course enriches and deepens their experience.

You can complete this course in as little as six months, with one-on-one mentorship, live interaction,  and modules that fit your schedule. The online yoga certification program with Mindful Purpose Institute comes with structured and accountability support to keep your momentum going. Because of our dedication to your success, our course boasts a higher completion rate than similar courses. 

You’ll also become part of an active community of fellow students and graduates that answers questions, provides advice and support, and assists you in your business ventures. Get started now  on your career as a certified yoga instructor with our online yoga teacher training!

Yoga Teacher Training Online - 300hr Program

If you’re committed to becoming a certified yoga teacher, give your career a boost with online yoga training certification from the Mindful Purpose Institute. We’ve curated a 300-hr program that elevates your understanding of the asanas, physiology, modifications, and much more. Plus, our elite instructors teach you how to “teach” more effectively, especially when working with different body types and physical needs. We also focus on developing your sequencing so that you improve your flow; this is a feature our students say really sets us apart from other online yoga certification programs.

Our curriculum is laid out in clear modules that you can work through at your own pace. You have 6 months to complete it, although many of our students do it in less time. One-on-one coaching  prepares you for testing, giving you the confidence to succeed.  Plus, we have a vital community of students and graduates to answer questions, offer advice, and help with any business questions.

This 300-hr. online yoga teacher certification program is designed to further your professional instructor goals in a flexible, personalized way.

Yoga Teacher Training Online - 500hr Program 

If you’re ready to jump in and soar in either your professional or personal yoga practice, our 500-hour program will help you reach your goals faster.  This program includes both the 200-hr and 300-hr program. This online yoga teacher certification program from the Mindful Purpose Institute goes deeper,  not just into the physical poses and how to effectively teach them to all body types, but to the crucial underpinnings of yoga. Our convenient, accessible modules include training in anatomy and physiology, plus meditation, breathing, and the history and philosophy of yoga. There’s a 12-month window to complete the training; over that time, you’ll take away a much deeper knowledge of the yoga experience.

The online yoga teacher training that we offer provides access to elite instructors who provide one-on-one mentorship, live online sessions, and encouragement that results in a higher-than-normal completion rate. You’ll also have access to a vibrant community of students and graduates to answer questions and help you take your practice to the next level in whatever form that takes.