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Mahad Yoga 200-Hour Teacher Training

A flexible online training designed for modern yogis ready to deepen their practice and share yoga with the world.

Yoga Alliance Certified

Learn at Your Own Pace

Guided Mentorship

Mahad Yoga  200-Hour Teacher  Training

A flexible online training designed for modern yogis ready to deepen their practice and share yoga with the world.

Yoga Alliance Certified

Learn at Your Own Pace

Guided Mentorship

Three Important Questions to Ask Yourself

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Is Now the Right Time?

There’s no perfect moment to begin, you can start anytime. Our training is designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re brand new or returning to your practice. You’ll build a strong foundation step by step, without feeling overwhelmed.

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Time & Investment?

You don’t need to commit to everything upfront. Our modular approach lets you take one step at a time, moving at a pace that fits your schedule and budget, while still receiving a complete, high-quality education.

Hobby or Business?

Some students come to deepen their personal practice. Others feel called to teach. This training supports both, giving you practical tools, confidence, and real understanding you can use on or off the mat.

Learning Paths

Build Your Foundation One Module At a Time

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Full 200-HR Certification

This training is currently being developed with care, intention, and respect for tradition. We are accepting early interest from students who feel called to this path.

Enrollment open September 2026

Learning Paths

Build Your Foundation One Module At a Time

Yoga 101

$160

30 HRS

Full 200-HR Certification

This training is currently being developed with care, intention, and respect for tradition. We are accepting early interest from students who feel called to this path.

Enrollment is open September 2026.

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The Benefits of Teaching Yoga

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Work That Matters

Support people on their wellness journey while sharing a practice that transforms lives.

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Travel & Adventure

Many teachers lead retreats or teach internationally while continuing their practice

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Freedom & Independence

Teach in studios, online, or privately. Yoga offers flexibility in how and where you work.

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Community

Connect with a supportive network of teachers and students who value growth and wellness.

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Career Opportunities

Yoga teachers work in studios, wellness centers, retreats, and corporate environments.

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Personal Growth

Deepen your understanding of yoga while cultivating clarity, awareness, and presence.

The Benefits of Teaching Yoga

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Work That Matters

Support people on their wellness journey while sharing a practice that transforms lives.

Brushed swirl signature mark and brand icon.

Independence

Teach in studios, online, or privately. Yoga offers flexibility in how and where you work.

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Career Opportunities

Yoga teachers work in studios, wellness centers, retreats, and corporate environments.

Brushed swirl signature mark and brand icon.

Travel & Adventure

Many teachers lead retreats or teach internationally while continuing their practice.

Brushed swirl signature mark and brand icon.

Community

Connect with a supportive network of teachers and students who value growth and wellness.

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Personal Growth

Deepen your understanding of yoga while cultivating clarity, awareness, and presence.

We are a Continuing Education Provider

Good News

Our online yoga teacher training is approved by Yoga Alliance. Graduates of this program are eligible to register as a RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance upon completion.

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Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider YACEP badge.

We are A Continuing Education Provider

Good News

Our online yoga teacher training is approved by Yoga Alliance. Graduates of this program are eligible to register as a RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance upon completion.

The Journey

Many online trainings provide content but little guidance. At Mahad Yoga, we believe learning yoga is a living practice. Our training combines structured study with mentorship and reflection, supporting students as they grow both personally and as teachers.

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Apply

To enroll in our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, applicants submit a short personal statement (under 450 words) to info@mahadyoga.com. In your statement, briefly share your yoga experience or relevant professional or academic background. Please also include your personal goals for training and why you feel called to study at Mahad Yoga.

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Orientation

Before enrolling, you will attend a brief orientation via Zoom to help you begin the training with clarity and confidence. During this session, we introduce the structure of the program and guide you through how to access and navigate the learning materials. This orientation prepares you for the rhythm of study, practice, and mentorship throughout the training.

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Student reviewing Mahad Yoga 200-hour teacher training syllabus while seated on a yoga mat.

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Syllabus

After the orientation meeting, students receive the course syllabus outlining the structure and curriculum of the training. The syllabus provides a clear overview of the modules, learning topics, and expectations throughout the program. It serves as your guide for navigating the training and understanding how each part of the curriculum builds your foundation as a yoga teacher.

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Live Online Training Begins

Your learning takes place through the Mahad Online Academy, where the curriculum is delivered through structured online learning sessions. The program includes video lessons, interactive learning pieces, quizzes to test your understanding, and curated reading materials to deepen your study. Students also have the opportunity to schedule mentorship hours for guidance, discussion, and support throughout the training.

Grid of students practicing yoga poses in various home settings during live online training sessions.

The Journey

Many online trainings provide content but little guidance. At Mahad Yoga, we believe learning yoga is a living practice. Our training combines structured study with mentorship and reflection, supporting students as they grow both personally and as teachers.

Student preparing a yoga mat before practice, symbolizing the beginning of the Mahad Yoga 200-hour teacher training application journey.

01

Apply

To enroll in our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, applicants submit a short personal statement. In your statement, briefly share your yoga experience or relevant professional or academic background. Please also include your personal goals for training and why you feel called to study at Mahad Yoga.

02

Orientation

Before enrolling, you will attend a brief orientation via Zoom to help you begin the training with clarity and confidence. During this session, we introduce the structure of the program and guide you through how to access and navigate the learning materials. This orientation prepares you for the rhythm of study, practice, and mentorship throughout the training.

Yoga teacher greeting students during a live online training session via Zoom for Mahad Yoga teacher training.
Student reviewing Mahad Yoga 200-hour teacher training syllabus while seated on a yoga mat.

03

Syllabus

After the orientation meeting, students receive the course syllabus outlining the structure and curriculum of the training. The syllabus provides a clear overview of the modules, learning topics, and expectations throughout the program. It serves as your guide for navigating the training and understanding how each part of the curriculum builds your foundation as a yoga teacher.

04

Live Online Training Begins

Your learning takes place through the Mahad Online Academy, where the curriculum is delivered through structured online learning sessions. The program includes video lessons, interactive learning pieces, quizzes to test your understanding, and curated reading materials to deepen your study. Students also have the opportunity to schedule mentorship hours for guidance, discussion, and support throughout the training.

Grid of students practicing yoga poses in various home settings during live online training sessions.

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Graduation & Teaching

What will I get at the End?

Graduate with a globally recognized certification that allows you to teach anywhere—in studios, privately, online, or in corporate settings, with no ongoing fees and easier access to insurance.

Mahad Yoga & Wellness certificate of completion awarded to Taylor Morgan for successfully completing a 200-hour yoga teacher training program, featuring decorative mandala background, Yoga Alliance seals, instructor signature, and a graduate portrait.

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Graduation

What will I get at the End?

A globally recognized certification that allows you to teach anywhere, in studios, privately, online, or in corporate settings, with no ongoing fees and easier access to insurance.

Mahad Yoga & Wellness certificate of completion awarded to Taylor Morgan for successfully completing a 200-hour yoga teacher training program, featuring decorative mandala background, Yoga Alliance seals, instructor signature, and a graduate portrait.

What Makes Mahad’s Yoga Teacher Training Different?

Most YTT’s Online

Mahad YTT Online

Enrollment Timing

Fixed start dates 🛈

Enroll anytime 🛈

Orientation Experience

Pre-recorded 🛈

In-Person 🛈

Learning Format

Fully in-studio 🛈

Hybrid 🛈

Built from Real Practice

Influencer-led programs 🛈

Made by studio owners 🛈

Ayurveda Integration

Minimal or not Included 🛈

In-depth Module 🛈

Business Success Training

Little to None 🛈

Real-world Business Training 🛈

Approach to Yoga

Fitness-based focus 🛈

Rooted in tradition 🛈

Most YTT’s

Mahad YTT

Enrollment Timing

Fixed start dates

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Enroll anytime

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Orientation Experience

Pre-Recorded

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In-Person

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Learning Format

Fully Online

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Hybrid

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Built from Real Practice

Influencer-led programs

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Created by studio owners

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Ayurveda Integration

Not Included

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In-Depth Module

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Business Success Training

Little to None

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Market Yourself

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Approach to Yoga

Fitness-based focus

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Rooted in traditional yoga

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Feeling STUCK in an online training you already invested in?

Not getting the depth, guidance, or confidence you expected in your first training?
Explore our crossover pathway and get back on track.

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Feeling STUCK in an online training you already invested in?

Not getting the depth, guidance, or confidence you expected in your first training? Explore our crossover pathway and get back on track.

Why Mahad?

Beyond the Poses

While most courses stop at physical postures, we focus on the mechanics of change. You’ll master the connection between breath and the nervous system, learning to create routines that don’t just look good but feel transformative. You’ll gain the confidence to lead everything from group meditations to specialized private sessions.

Understand, Don’t just Memorize

Standard programs often prioritize the memorization of asanas as fixed, static shapes. Rather than teaching a single “correct” version of a pose, we provide technical fluency to understand and modify in real time. We teach you how to adapt. You will learn the “why” behind every movement, allowing you to tailor practices to any body type or energy level. Through an Ayurvedic lens, you will master how to regulate the body’s constitution and guide students with clarity while building deep trust.

Applied Self-Study

Information is useless without application.

We move beyond theory to help you recognize physical and emotional patterns in yourself and others. This “lived experience” turns your intuition into a teaching tool, allowing you to lead from a place of resonance rather than reading from a manual.

Individualized Health as a Competitive Edge

Yoga isn’t one-size-fits-all. While most programs briefly mention Ayurveda, we make it a core pillar of your training. You’ll learn to identify imbalances in digestion, energy, and constitution—giving you the skills to adapt lifestyle and practice for the individual, not the “average” student.
This module acts as a professional bridge, providing the foundational knowledge needed for those who want to eventually market themselves as Wellness Consultants. You’ll leave with a specialized toolkit that goes far beyond a standard yoga certificate, allowing you to offer deeper, more personalized support from day one.

Ready for Real Students

Most trainings prepare you for a specific sequence; we prepare you for people.

This program includes rare, in-depth modules on teaching for seniors, autoimmune conditions (like thyroid health), and prenatal needs. You won’t just demonstrate poses; you will leave ready to safely and confidently support students with diverse physical needs.

The Compass for Your Career

Beyond the ancient sciences, we have looked back at our own teaching careers and asked: “What would have helped us stay grounded and successful from the start?” We have built those missing pieces into our curriculum so you don’t have to navigate the professional world of yoga by trial and error.

You don’t need to be a “yoga influencer” to have a thriving career. We provide a compass for building a quiet, high-impact professional presence. Whether it’s working one-on-one with clients or leading small, intimate groups, we show you how to find your “tribe” wihout the noise.

The Online Experience

eLearning Platform

Once you have enrolled, you will be issued a login and password for our official eLearning platform, Mahad Online Academy. While the platform is mobile-friendly, we recommend using a desktop for the best experience.

Your Dashboard

A thoughtfully designed platform where all your training lives, organized and easy to navigate. From your dashboard, you can access your courses, move through lessons, and track your progress.

Interactive Experience

Engage with the material through quizzes, prompts, and assignments that help you actively process what you’re learning. A blend of video, reading, and reflection supports different learning styles.

Study Resources

Access downloadable PDFs, worksheets, and resources to support your learning. These are yours to keep and build upon as you grow into your teaching and develop your own classes over time.

Hybrid Learning

Local students can join in-studio sessions for one-on-one guidance with our lead instructors. Each module includes reminders and regular email check-ins to help you stay on track throughout your training.

Personalized Support

With a more intimate approach, you’re supported throughout your training — not a set-it-and-forget-it experience. You’ll receive ongoing guidance and support throughout your journey.

Tuition Options

Flexible Module Enrollment

price varies

Build your training one module at a time

$100-$750

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Pay in Full



Normal price: $1,700

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$1,450

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Tuition Options

Flexible Module Enrollment

Price varies

Build your training one module at a time

$100-$750

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Mastercard credit card icon.
PayPal credit card icon.

contact info@mahadyoga.com

Pay in Full

Normal price: $1,700

SAVE $250

$1,450

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Discount available until Aug 31st

F.A.Q

This training is suitable for individuals interested in becoming yoga instructors or those seeking to begin their personal yoga journey or explore the healing aspects of Ayurveda.

The program duration is six months, but you have the flexibility to start teaching at any time. Washington State does not mandate licensing or certification for yoga instruction.

Our program comprises 200 hours of training, meeting the requirements set by Yoga Alliance. It covers various modules including practicum, alignments, pranayama, mudras, mantras, teaching methodology, professional development, introduction to Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga styles. Most assignments are completed online, making it a hybrid program.

Our program delves deeply into Ayurvedic principles, which are integral to yoga practice. With roots in the ancient Vedic Sciences, both Ayurveda and Yoga have a 5,000-year history. You’ll learn to integrate Ayurvedic principles into your yoga practice, daily routines, and more, drawing knowledge from the American Institute of Vedic Sciences.

It’s entirely optional. However, if you choose to start teaching, we offer the opportunity to reserve a spot  on our schedule for you to gain valuable experience.

Although certification isn’t mandatory for yoga studios, we’ve opted for self-registration with Yoga Alliance. This involves a rigorous program submission process to ensure comprehensive training. Upon receiving your diploma from us, you’ll be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a teacher. This accreditation provides a standard for yoga training and ensures the provision of essential safety and training information. It’s important to note that most schools and instructors have additional training beyond these requirements.

You can create an account at any time, but teaching hours can only be added after completing Yoga Alliance-accredited training that meets the standards for yoga instructor education.

Our intimate class size ensures individualized attention, eliminating the need for one-on-one scheduling. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in studio events such as hiking, customer appreciation gatherings, holiday celebrations, and more. This experience offers a unique opportunity to find your yoga community and support network.

Getting started is easy. Simply complete our enrollment form.

F.A.Q

This training is suitable for individuals interested in becoming yoga instructors or those seeking to begin their personal yoga journey or explore the healing aspects of Ayurveda.

The program duration is six months, but you have the flexibility to start teaching at any time. Washington State does not mandate licensing or certification for yoga instruction.

Our program comprises 200 hours of training, meeting the requirements set by Yoga Alliance. It covers various modules including practicum, alignments, pranayama, mudras, mantras, teaching methodology, professional development, introduction to Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga styles. Most assignments are completed online, making it a hybrid program.

Our program delves deeply into Ayurvedic principles, which are integral to yoga practice. With roots in the ancient Vedic Sciences, both Ayurveda and Yoga have a 5,000-year history. You’ll learn to integrate Ayurvedic principles into your yoga practice, daily routines, and more, drawing knowledge from the American Institute of Vedic Sciences.

It’s entirely optional. However, if you choose to start teaching, we offer the opportunity to reserve a spot  on our schedule for you to gain valuable experience.

Although certification isn’t mandatory for yoga studios, we’ve opted for self-registration with Yoga Alliance. This involves a rigorous program submission process to ensure comprehensive training. Upon receiving your diploma from us, you’ll be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a teacher. This accreditation provides a standard for yoga training and ensures the provision of essential safety and training information. It’s important to note that most schools and instructors have additional training beyond these requirements.

You can create an account at any time, but teaching hours can only be added after completing Yoga Alliance-accredited training that meets the standards for yoga instructor education.

Our intimate class size ensures individualized attention, eliminating the need for one-on-one scheduling. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in studio events such as hiking, customer appreciation gatherings, holiday celebrations, and more. This experience offers a unique opportunity to find your yoga community and support network.

Getting started is easy. Simply complete our enrollment form.