Yoga Practitioner +
Yoga Teacher Training
“Practice becomes firmly established when it has been cultivated uninterruptedly and with devotion over a prolonged period of time.”
Join our immersive Yoga Practitioner + Teacher Training
Consider this your invitation
Designed for the curious yoga practitioner who is looking for deeper insight into yogic teachings and practices - with no pressure to pursue teaching. There are two tracks for learning—Practitioner Training and Teacher Training—that run simultaneously. Meeting every other weekend for five months, the program allows each individual the time and space needed to absorb the teachings.
Whole Sky Yoga’s program explores yogāsana (poses), yoga history and philosophy (Yoga Sūtras, Bhagavad-Gita, and more), anatomy, subtle body (koshas, chakras, nadis), meditation, prāṇāyāma, as well as teaching techniques, assisting, and business of yoga - among additional topics and modalities - more info below!
2027 enrollment open!
Program DETAILS
For Yoga Practitioners + Future Teachers
Learn, grow, and evolve in a supportive community!
There are two program tracks:
150-hour Yoga Practitioner Training
200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
The programs run simultaneously, creating a joyful collective of yoga practitioners in the pursuit of deeper knowledge. Those taking the Practitioner Training can decide to extend their study at any time for the extra 50-hrs needed to complete the Teacher Training.
Whole Sky Yoga Educational Mission:
To foster an open and curious environment for learning.
To provide a well-rounded program that explores tangible and intangible tools for students.
To emphasize the vastness of yoga (in practice and in study) and that it is a lifelong journey/exploration for the individual.
To promote a sense of discipline and personal accountability.
To offer space for growth, inquiry, and internal reflection.
Together, we delve into all facets of yoga and explore
In-depth analysis of asana (poses)
Vinyasa class structure and sequencing techniques
Anatomy, physiology, and modern best-practices in alignment
Yoga philosophy & history; exploring Classical, Tantra, and Vedanta
Yoga Sutras, 8 Limbs of Yoga, Bhagavad-Gita
Storytelling and mythology
The Subtle Body, including koshas, chakras, & nadis
Meditation, Pranayama, and other yogic techniques beyond asana
Using props in your practice
Modules Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, & Ayurveda
Cultural appropriation and honoring yoga’s roots
Consent and assisting methodology
Accessibility and how to teach to different audiences
How to develop your voice and personal style/niche as a teacher
The business of yoga, teaching at a studio, teaching independently, insurance, etc.
Schedule
Saturdays + Sundays, 9am-5pm
The training will be held every other month for a full weekend immersion. Schedule subject to slight changes.
Program Schedule Overview
Weekend Immersion Sample Schedule:
9am-10:30am: Meditation + Practice
10:30am-1pm: Review + Questions, Asana Review
1pm-2pm: Lunch
2pm-5pm: Topic of the Day (philosophy, anatomy, subtle body, etc.)
Throughout the training, there will be certain sessions that are designed for teacher trainees only. To be confirmed.
2027 Program Dates
Module 1: January 23 + 24
Module 2: February 6 + 7
Module 3: February 20 + 21
Module 4: March 6 + 7
Module 5: March 20 + 21
Module 6: April 3 + 4
Module 7: April 17 + 18
Module 8: May 1 + 2
Module 9: May 15 + 16
Module 10: May 22
Experience the intimate community vibe of Whole Sky Yoga and gain new perspective and deep insight into the vastness of yoga!
COMMITMENT + GROWTH
Unlimited Yoga Membership during program
WSY Program Manual
Two 30 minute check-ins with the Lead Trainer
Mentorship opportunities
Opportunities to teach public classes + more
Special gift + graduation ceremony
All TRAINEES RECEIVE:
TRAINEES WILL BE EXPECTED TO COMMIT TO:
Attending sessions, arriving on time, and active participation
Missed sessions may be made up with approval from lead trainer, limited
Required reading list
Attending two yoga classes per week, during program
Observing classes (for YTT)
Building camaraderie with your cohort!
Investment:
Yoga Teacher Training Tuition: $3,200
Yoga Student Training Tuition: $2,500
Payment plans available!
Your Teachers
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Annie Girvin
Lead Trainer
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Nixa DeBellis
Yogic Philosophy + History
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Michael Stein
Anatomy
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Tanya Robie
Subtle Body
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Georgina Berbari
Pranayama + Yogic Techniques
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Ami Jayaprada Hirschstein
Ayurveda
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Kelly Murphy
Restorative + Yin Yoga / Storytelling
