Teacher Training

200 Hour Training

This is where it all begins. Rich in both ancient tradition, modern perspectives & the important conversations of today, our 200 Hour Teacher Training is a full spectrum program for those ready to take the leap. Whether you aspire to teach or truly deepen your practice, you’ll study in an interactive environment that encourages self-expression and discovery with a crucial link to the ancient teachings. FAQS >

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Yoga studios in NYC were shuttered in March 2020 and forced closed until May 2021. Yogamaya had to say goodbye to our studio space in October 2020 due to operating restrictions.

We are looking for a new studio and will announce our next Teacher Training dates when they are finalized for 2022.

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Meet Your Guides

Bryn Chrisman

Training Director

Student since 2000, teaching since 2003 and leading trainings since 2006.
All these years in, I still feel the hunger for learning and growth on how to be a better teacher. I hope to be your thoughtful guide in this worthy endeavor.

Teachers: Carrie Owerko, Kevin Gardiner, Jules Mitchell, Dana Flynn

Certifications: E-RYT 500 and YACEP

Danielle Harbord

Lead Teacher r

Student since 2008, teaching since 2014, and teaching trainings since 2017. Yoga is a lifelong journey, inviting us to explore, stretch, and challenge ourselves to go deeper. I hope to awaken the same wonder in you.

Teachers: Bryn Chrisman, Deborah Bagg, Stacey Brass-Russell, Kevin Gardiner

Certifications: EYRT-500, Yoga Nidra, Reiki Practitioner

Amanda McDonald

Lead Teacher

Amanda, E-RYT 500, has been practicing yoga since 1999. A graduate of Yogamaya's 300hr Advanced Teacher Training, she loves the lessons yoga has to teach about life. Seeing students win small victories and gain confidence both on and off of the mat is her favorite part of teaching.

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200HR FAQs

ARE CLASSES INCLUDED IN MY TUITION?
Yes, a series of studio yoga classes is included in all training programs.

DO I NEED TO BE “GOOD” AT YOGA TO TAKE THIS PROGRAM?
The primary requirement is that you love yoga and practice yoga. We suggest having at least a solid one year yoga practice. If you have questions about your experience, we are happy to discuss it with you.

I HAVE NEVER BEEN TO YOGAMAYA, DO I NEED TO TAKE CLASSES BEFORE APPLYING?
We recommend coming to the studio and taking class with the Lead Instructors, Bryn, Danielle and Amanda. If you are applying from out of town, you will have a phone call with Bryn, in addition to your application, before being accepted.

WHAT IF I NEED TO MISS A DAY OF TRAINING?
Attendance is required for all scheduled dates and times in order to participate in the training and receive a certification. However, it is possible for an exception to be made with prior written approval or in the event of an emergency. We handle all requests on an individual basis. Please note that there are no refunds for missed training dates and that missed hours must be made up within the specified timeframe with approved teachers and at your own expense and that absences may result in an automatic voluntary withdrawal from training without refund. Please refer to the Student Agreement for more information.

ARE THERE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO THE TIMES LISTED ON THE CALENDAR?
Yes, you will have written homework, required readings, mentor and buddy meetings and assigned studio classes – all to help crystallize and consolidate the material covered during weekend sessions.

WHAT IS A MENTOR AND A BUDDY?
Your mentor is a Yogamaya teacher who will personally help you along the way, review your homework and meet at scheduled intervals with your smaller assigned group of trainees. Your buddy is another trainee we match you with. You will have meetings to practice teach, work on homework, discuss yoga, and fulfill other teaching assignments.

WILL I BE ABLE TO TEACH A YOGA CLASS WHEN I GRADUATE?
Yes. The degree to which you are proficient will correlate to how much time and energy you dedicate to the training. You will practice teach a lot during the training, preparing you well for teaching real people in the real world.

IS THERE A PAYMENT PLAN?
Yes, there are payment plan options for all of our trainings.

CAN I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION WITHOUT A PAYMENT?
No. Some form of payment, deposit or full tuition, must accompany your application. Your application is your commitment to the training. We will not review an application that is incomplete. A complete application includes a completed application and either your deposit for full tuition payment. If we deny your application, you will receive 100% of your money back.

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Thank you for your participation in Illuminated Journey. It is our intention to create the best possible environment for each participant to thrive, feel supported and get the most out of our time together. You will be directed to click a box to acknowledge and agree to the following.
1. In order to receive your Diploma, you must attend all scheduled sessions, all mentor and buddy meetings, complete your required classes, turn in all homework assignments and have your tuition paid in full.
2. Punctuality: Yogamaya has a firm "on-time" policy for all sessions. Late entry to training sessions will not be permitted except in special emergency cases.
3. Homework: Complete & turn in all assignments by their due date.
4. Preparedness: Show up prepared and ready to contribute to the group experience. This includes every aspect.
5. Attendance: Attendance is required for all scheduled hours in order to maintain enrollment in our Training Program and receive a certification. Any hours that you know you must miss prior to submitting your application must be disclosed in your application to be considered for pre-approval. Missed hours/days due to unforeseen emergencies may be able to be made up, subject to certain requirements. We handle these requests on an individual basis. Due to the nature of the training, even in the case of unforeseen emergencies, multiple absences and missed homework will result in an automatic, voluntary withdrawal from the training without refund.
6. Missed hours: There are no refunds for missed training sessions. If it is agreed that you will make up hours you missed due to a pre-approved reason or unexpected emergency, you will be responsible to make up the time at your own expense. Private sessions start at $135/hr for one on one sessions and are between 2-3 hours per missed topic depending on length of session missed and subject covered. The number of hours to be made up and the appropriate teacher are determined by the lead teachers. You must email Bryn for guidance on scheduling your makeup hours. Makeup sessions must be made up within 10 days of the missed weekend and homework completed within 14 days of the missed weekend.
7. The following will be considered your automatic voluntary withdrawal:
  1. a) Missing any scheduled session without prior approval before the session start time
  2. b) More than one missed weekend of the training (or missing more than 2.5 days of training in total)
  3. c) Inability to makeup the training hours within the stated time frame
  4. d) Inability to complete the homework within the stated time frame
8. Classroom Etiquette:
  1. a) No cell phone usage in the practice room or during session times.
  2. b) No eating in the practice rooms or on camera during Zoom calls (turn video off).
  3. c) No laying down during sessions.
  4. d) Always show respect to fellow students and presenters at all times: no gossip, no excessive talking, no interrupting the teacher or each other and no negative or aggressive commentary in the Zoom chat.
  5. e) Stay present to yourself & learning: no excessive talking and no interrupting teachers or fellow students.
There is a level of appropriate behavior that is essential and expected to maintain a sacred learning environment during our Yoga Training. In the event that there is any student whose behavior has a negative impact on the group, we will attempt to work with that student to improve the situation, but ultimately reserve the right to refuse them continuation in the program at any time. Additionally, please note that Yogamaya observes a strict zero tolerance policy for harassment, intimidation, hostile or offensive treatment of our students, teachers and staff.
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1. 1. You may receive a refund minus $500 if you withdraw 5 weeks before the start date. After that time there are no-refunds and you will be responsible for the full training cost. If there is any reason you cannot complete the training, you will be charged the balance of your payment plan upon notification of your withdrawal.
2. 2. Upon full payment and completion of all training requirements, you will receive a Graduation Certificate that allows you to register as a 200hr Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher. You will not be able to register with the Yoga Alliance until all obligations have been met.
3. 3. If we deny your application we will refund all of your money.
4. 4. You understand that in the case there are Covid restrictions or other unforeseen issues that make meeting in person unsafe, the training will shift to online. In the case of shifting to online, there will be no change in the training schedule, no change in the training cost, no refunds, and no transferring to a different training. All contracts, agreements and tuition payments will continue unchanged.
5. 5. You are fully vaccinated and have uploaded proof of vaccination status in order to apply.
6. 6.You understand there will be a small dog at the training so if you have allergies wait for the Spring 2022 Training.
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