The Modo Yoga Teacher Training consists of 2 parts.

The first part (which must be completed first) is a 50 hour e-course called Deepen Your Practice, which covers the following material:

HOW & WHY WE PRACTICE WITH TED GRAND

– an introduction to neuroscience and physiology

– the science of meditation

– the benefits of physical asanas based off modern scientific studies

THE HEART OF PRACTICE WITH JESS ROBERTSON

– exploring the Yamas & Niyamas

– how to take your yoga practice off-the-mat

– yoga as activism

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA WITH VIKRAM SINGH

– the historical roots of yoga

– how yoga was introduced to western culture

– the Bhagavad Gita

– the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

MINDFULNESS WITH LENA LAFORET

– intro to meditation

– mindfulness practices

– the 3 gems of Buddhism

– developing a mindful relationship with technology

SELF EXPLORATION WITH SARA SALEHI

– goal setting

– journalling

– building interpersonal relationship skills

– building conflict resolution skills

The second part is a 2-week LIVE intensive training, where you will learn the practical, hands-on skills required to lead group yoga classes. Content includes:  

PRACTICE TEACHING WITH EZMERALDA STAVROFF

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 WITH ROBI MCKENNA

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 WITH TASH PAPACHRISTOFOROU

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 WITH LENA COLEMAN

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.

Plus, they’re all really fun—no boring and stuffy lecturers here!

We have a whole page dedicated to celebrating our faculty. Learn more about them all HERE.

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

Tuition for this training is $4,400 CAD.

This includes the 50-hour e-course and your attendance at the 2-week intensive portion of the training.

This DOES NOT include any flights, travel costs or accommodations.

Yes! A 10-month payment plan is available for the Modo Yoga Teacher Training. Learn more about this payment plan HERE.

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

All training activities will take place at Modo Yoga Minneapolis.

All trainees are required to secure their own flights, transportation, accommodation and meals.

Modo Yoga is adhering to all local COVID rules, regulations and restrictions as they change and evolve. Currently, proof of vaccination is not required to enter the United States. 

It is your responsibility to know what the COVID restrictions are to fly from your country of origin, and how that might affect your participation in this training.

PLEASE NOTE: if restrictions for gathering change, we may have to move your participation in the in-person teacher training online, or transfer you to a future in-person training. Please also be mindful of the cancellation policies for your flight and/or accommodations, in case we have to move your in-person training online.

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.

There are 3 books on the required reading list, and a bunch of others that we highly recommend (and love!) too.

If you have any questions about the list, or have trouble finding certain editions, please email [email protected].

All books are linked to the Amazon site for purchase, but we suggest looking at your local library first #BeGreen

REQUIRED READING:

1. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Edwin Bryant
2. BhagavadGita – Graham Schweig
3. Quiet Mind: A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation – Sharon Salzberg

(HIGHLY) RECOMMENDED READING:

• 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: Its History, Literature, Philosophy and Practice – Georg Feuerstein
• Yoga Body – Mark Singleton

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.