200 HOUR FOUNDATIONAL
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

Become a Yoga Teacher in Just Two Transformative Weeks

JULY 18 – 31, 2026

Modo Yoga Erin Mills  |  Mississauga, ON

Make your dream of becoming a yoga teacher a reality with our 200 hour Foundational Teacher Training—an immersive, in-person experience hosted at one of Modo Yoga’s newest and most inspiring studios: Modo Yoga Erin Mills in Mississauga, ON.

For two incredible weeks, you’ll train, learn, sweat, laugh, and grow alongside a dedicated group of fellow trainees. From morning practices to afternoon workshops, you’ll be fully immersed in the rhythm of study and self-discovery. This is the beauty of an intensive format—you live it, breathe it, and embody it every single day. With no distractions, your practice deepens faster, your confidence grows stronger, and your community becomes like family.

And because you’re training inside a real Modo Yoga studio—you’ll gain hands-on experience in an authentic teaching environment from day one. You’ll feel the heat, learn the flow of the space, and find your teaching voice in a studio that truly transforms.

Just minutes from Toronto Pearson Airport, Mississauga is one of the easiest and most accessible training destinations to get to. The area around Erin Mills is filled with cozy cafés, green parks, great food, and everything you need to settle in comfortably for your two-week deep dive.

By the end of your immersion, you’ll walk away with your 200-hour certification, lifelong friendships, and the tools to lead safe, accessible, and inspiring Modo Yoga classes. More than a training, this is a powerful reset for your life—two weeks devoted entirely to your growth, your practice, and your future as a teacher.

Training SCHEDULE

July 18 – 31, 2026

This is for you if...

  • You want to deepen your yoga practice and/or become a yoga teacher.
  • You have an interest in personal development.
  • You want to learn the science behind why and how we practice.

Prerequisites

  • Must be at least 18 years old, or 16 with parental consent.

Investment

  • $4400 CAD for tuition

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is tuition and what does this include?

Tuition for this training is $4,400 CAD.

This includes the 50-hour e-course and your attendance at online teacher training.

PLEASE NOTE: This teacher training is non-refundable after 72 hours of purchase. If a refund is requested within 72 hours of purchase, funds will be returned less a $200 processing fee. After 72 hours of purchase, your training tuition becomes transferable only, and must be used within 2 years of purchase.

Yes! Payment options using Affirm will be available at checkout.

Yes. We offer 3 separate scholarships for the Modo Yoga Teacher Training. For more information and to apply, please CLICK HERE.

To attend this training you must be 18 years old (or 16 with parental consent).

This training will take place at Modo Yoga Erin Mills in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The address is: 

2225 Erin Mills Pkwy Unit 21, Mississauga, ON L5K 1T9

The Modo Yoga Teacher Training consists of 2 parts.

PART 1 — 50 hour e-course called Deepen Your Practice. It covers the following material:

HOW & WHY WE PRACTICE
  • an introduction to neuroscience and physiology
  • the science of meditation
  • the benefits of physical asanas based off modern scientific studies
THE HEART OF PRACTICE
  • exploring the Yamas & Niyamas
  • how to take your yoga practice off-the-mat
  • yoga as activism
HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA
  • the historical roots of yoga
  • how yoga was introduced to western culture
  • the Bhagavad Gita
  • the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
MINDFULNESS
  • intro to meditation
  • mindfulness practices
  • the 3 gems of Buddhism
  • developing a mindful relationship with technology
SELF EXPLORATION
  • goal setting
  • journalling
  • building interpersonal relationship skills
  • building conflict resolution skills

PART 2 — a combination of online and in-person training environments. Here you will learn the practical, hands-on skills required to lead group yoga classes. Content includes:  

PRACTICE TEACHING 
  • This is where you actually teach asana classes as a group and get personalized feedback on your teaching. You will cover best practices for language, cues, intention setting, and  class themes.  
POSTURE WORKSHOP 
  • In this lecture series we break down every pose in the Modo  Yoga sequence.  You will gain a deeper understanding of each asana, and explore the anatomy, benefits and, if applicable, it’s origin story in the roots of yoga philosophy.
ANATOMY
  • In this lecture series you will explore how your body moves.  You will practice posture variations and modifications with the intention of observing, from experience, how the poses may physically differ and feel from person to person.  
REAL WORLD TEACHING
  • In this lecture you will learn the more practical components of being a yoga teacher.  We offer tips for teaching in a studio environment, teaching online, and continuing to practice your yoga off-the-mat as you step into the role of Teacher.
A NOTE ABOUT THE TEACHING FACULTY

When you train with Modo, you’ll be learning from a group of industry-leading educators, who make the learning process simple, inspiring and fun. Each faculty member is intelligent, expertly-trained, and passionate, with hundreds of hours of training in their fields of study.

Yes. In order to graduate from the Modo Yoga Teacher Training, and earn your certificate as a Modo Yoga Teacher, you must complete all 50 hours of the e-course and attend all sessions, lectures, and classes during the training.

These books are wonderful resources to deepen your understanding and enhance your teacher training experience:

📖 The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali – Edwin Bryant
📖 Bhagavad Gita – Graham Schweig
📖 Quiet Mind: A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation – Sharon Salzberg

And here are some of our other favorites to keep the inspiration flowing:
🌿 The Hatha Yoga Pradipika – Swami Muktibodhananda
🌿 Selling Yoga – Andrea Jain
🌿 Skill in Action – Michelle Cassandra Johnson
🌿 Living Your Yoga – Judith Lasater
🌿 Yoga for a World Out of Balance – Michael Stone
🌿 Bringing Yoga to Life – Donna Farhi
🌿 Teaching People Not Poses – Jay Fields
🌿 Mindfulness Yoga – Frank Jude Boccio
🌿 The Yoga Tradition – Georg Feuerstein
🌿 Yoga Body – Mark Singleton

For convenience, all books are linked to Amazon, but we encourage checking your local library or second-hand options first. #BeGreen

If you have any questions, reach out to us at teachertrainings@modoyoga.com.

Yes. The Modo Yoga Teacher Training is recognized by the Yoga Alliance as a 200-hour teacher training.

No.

The completion of the Modo Yoga Teacher Training does not guarantee you a teaching position at your local Modo Yoga Studio.

If you are interested in teaching at your local Modo Yoga Studio, we strongly recommend that you check in with your local studio owner to see if any opportunities are available.

With that being said, we empower trainees throughout the training to create their own teaching opportunities as an independent yoga teacher.

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