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

Module 1: Deepen Your Practice is designed to be completed over the course of 12 weeks. However, you will have one year to complete the program if you would like to study at a more relaxed pace.

It consists mainly of pre-recorded content, complemented by live Q&A sessions, live yoga classes, and live study hall. There will also be mandatory quizzes and assignments to support your progress. 

In this module you will explore the following lecture series: 

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 JESSICA ROBERTSON

• exploring the Yamas & Niyamas
• how to taking yoga 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

DISMANTLING RACISM & OPPRESSION with TAI SALIH 

• cultural appropriation
• white supremacy
• spiritual bypassing 
• anti-racism

SELF EXPLORATION with SARA SALEHI

• goal setting 
• journalling  
• building interpersonal relationship skills
• building conflict resolution skills

Module 2: Learn To Teach will take place online over the course of six weekends, or as a 12-day online intensive.

In this module, you will learn the skills required to lead group yoga classes. The lessons are very practical and hands on, and you must attend all sessions live in order to graduate. 

In this module you will explore the following content: 

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 take the time to break down every pose in the Modo sequence.   You will learn a deeper understanding of each asana exploring the anatomy, the benefits and, if applicable, it’s origin story in the roots of yoga philosophy.

BASIC ANATOMY WITH KARL NOTARGIOVANNI

In this lecture you explore under the skin and become more comfortable with anatomical terms. You will learn the bones and muscles that are most relevant in the context of yoga and also a brief overview of the systems of the body.

FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY WITH JULIA COWAN

Building on the foundation from Basic Anatomy, this lecture offers you a deeper dive into how your body moves.  You will practice posture variations with the intention to observe, from experience, how the experience of physical asana differs from person to person.  

REAL WORLD TEACHING WITH SARAH FOSSEN AND SOPHIE MALOUIN

In this lecture you will learn the more practical components of being a yoga instructor.  We offer good practice tips for teaching in a studio environment, teaching online and continuing to practice Yoga off the mat as you step into the role of Teacher. 

No. Module 1 can be taken on its own, and is available to anyone!

But, if your ultimate goal is to become a Yoga teacher, you must also take Module 2.

Module 1 is a prerequisite for Module 2.

No.

The completion of the Modo Yoga Level 1 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 what opportunities (if any) are available.

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

Both Modules 1 & 2 = $4600

If paid in full one month prior to the training start date, you will receive a 20% discount. This will bring your total cost to $3680, or $460 on a 10 month payment plan.

Module 1: Deepen Your Practice = $2800

If paid in full one month prior to the training start date, you will receive a 20% discount. This will bring your total cost to $2240, or $350 monthly on an 8 month payment plan. 

Module 2: Learn to Teach = $1800

If paid in full one month prior to the training start date, you will receive a 20% discount. This will bring your total cost to $1440, or $225 monthly on an 8 month payment plan.

Note: Please note that US and International students will be charged in USD. Canadians will be charged in CAD and are subject to GST. 

* These prices reflect the cost of an online training. Rates are subject to increase when we start offering trainings in person.  

* You are not able to be on more than one payment plan at a time. 

Yes!

We offer a 10 month payment plan for our Level 1 Teacher Training when both Modules 1 & 2 and purchased together. 

If you are completing Module 1: Deepen Your practice separately, we offer an 8 month payment plan. 

All payment plan options are outlined in our payment processing software.

PLEASE NOTE: if you live in Canada you are required to pay GST.  If not, you are not required to pay any tax. Please select the proper link to see our payment options.

Click here to view payment plans for Canadians. 

Click here to view payment plans if you are living outside of Canada. 

We offer two kinds of scholarships for our Level 1 teacher training. For more information and to apply, please CLICK HERE.

PLEASE NOTE: each scholarship applies to both modules of the Level 1 Teacher Training, and must be used within 1 year.  For example, if you are the recipient of our Be Peace scholarship, which covers 50% of your tuition, you would receive 50% off Module 1 and 50% off Module 2. Both modules would need to be completed within 1 year. 

• Live Asana Classes – every Tuesday from 7pm – 9:30pm (EST)
• Live Q&A Sessions – every Wednesday from 7pm – 8pm (EST)

You can find a sample schedule for Module 2 HERE.

This example is meant to give you an idea of how your days will be formatted. This schedule is subject to change.

MODULE 1: DEEPEN YOUR PRACTICE

This module consists of about 8 hours of learning per week.

Each week you will gain access to 5-6 hours of recorded lectures and quizzes. The live yoga class and Q&A sessions are each 1 hour in length. 

If you are unable to attend the live yoga class and Q&A session, you will be required to watch the recording before continuing on to the next week of content.

MODULE 2: LEARN TO TEACH

This module consists of 100 hours of study in total, and will either take place over the course of 6 weekends, or as a 12-day intensive.

For each day of the training, you will be required to attend the live yoga class and all lectures, which will take about 8 hours each day. 

You must be at least 18 years old to attend (or 16 with parental consent).

Module 1: Deepen Your Practice

This module will be hosted on Zoom and The Flame. 

Zoom: This is where our live yoga classes and live Q&A sessions will take place. These live sessions will be fun and interactive!  

The Flame: This online portal acts as a community hub with lecture videos, interactive assignments, a live forum with fellow trainees, additional resources and more!  

Module 2: Learn To Teach

This module will take place entirely on Zoom.

Because of the hands on nature of this module, it is best to be live and face to face. Some sessions will be more of a lecture format, but most of your time will be spent in smaller groups, where you’ll have the opportunity to lead group classes and explore anatomy concepts with your fellow students, under the guidance of our experienced faculty for support.

All live sessions are mandatory.

We are proud to offer our training on a user friendly platform. And, we also understand that people have varying levels of technological abilities. If you need the support, we are happy to help!

Our Teacher Training Manager, Sarah, and the Teacher Support Coordinator, Sophie, are online Monday-Friday from 9am – 5pm EST to offer you tech support through email or over the phone.

The successful completion of both Module 1: Deepen Your Practice and Module 2: Learn to Teach will qualify you to be a 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher.

If you want to be certified by Yoga Alliance you will need to apply directly with them.

Becoming certified by Yoga Alliance is optional, and is not a requirement to be a Modo Yoga Teacher.

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

If you have any questions about the list, or have trouble finding certain editions, please email teachertrainings@modoyoga.com. 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