BECOME A YOGA TEACHER

Join our Online Foundational Teacher Training This Spring

Turn your passion into purpose over 6 weekends:
April 26 – June 8, 2025 (excluding May 17–18).

Modo Yoga Teacher Training

Each Modo Yoga Teacher Training is a transformative experience designed to deepen your practice, expand your knowledge, and empower you to share the practice of yoga with others. Whether you’re inspired to teach, explore your potential, or connect with a community of like-minded individuals, our trainings provide the tools and skills needed to help you get there.

Explore our teacher training options below.

EXPERT FACULTY

Our teacher training faculty are highly skilled experts in their fields and passionate educators who bring energy and enthusiasm to every session. Forget stuffy, boring lectures—learning with us is engaging and fun!

HOLISTIC CURRICULUM

Our curriculum is updated regularly on the knowledge, experience and continued research of our expert faculty. We strive to always share and teach the most current scientific findings and best practices. 

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Becoming a Modo Yoga teacher means joining a worldwide network of like-minded yogis who value connection, inclusivity, and mutual support. You’ll have lifelong access to a global family of teachers and practitioners.

WHY TRAIN WITH MODO?

Flexible Training Formats: Whether you crave immersive retreats or the convenience of learning at home, we’ve got you covered! Choose from in-person or online training options to fit your lifestyle.

Unique 6 Pillars Philosophy: Learn to embody and teach in alignments with Modo’s 6 Pillars: Be Healthy, Be Accessible, Be Green, Be Community, Live to Learn, and Be Peace.

Strong Focus on Real-World Teaching: Learn how to confidently apply your training in a studio setting. Our training ensures graduates are prepared to lead safe, inspiring classes from day one.

Hot Yoga Expertise: Specialize in teaching hot yoga classes with Modo’s blend of traditional and modern techniques, and therapeutic benefits.

Personal Transformation: Experience deep personal growth through mindfulness, self-reflection, and mentorship. 

Lifelong Learning Opportunities: Continue to expand your skills with advanced trainings, workshops, mentorship, and a supportive community to keep you inspired.

UPCOMING FOUNDATIONAL TEACHER TRAININGS

200-Hour Foundational Yoga Teacher Training

3 Weekends Online + 1 Week in Nicaragua

January 18 – February 15, 2025

Learn to teach yoga at Modo’s hybrid teacher training! Start your journey from the comfort of home with online sessions, then join us for an unforgettable final week of in-person learning and community connection at the stunning Amaru Resort.

200-Hour Foundational Yoga Teacher Training

ONLINE (WEEKENDS ONLY)

April 26 – June 8, 2025 (excluding May 17 & 18)

Learn to teach yoga at Modo’s online teacher training! Over six transformative weekends, you’ll dive deep into yoga philosophy, anatomy, and teaching techniques—all from the comfort of your own home. Connect with a global community of trainees while gaining the skills and confidence to lead impactful classes.

upcoming Modo Flow trainings

Modo Flow Teacher Training

Nicaragua

February 16 – 23, 2025

Take your teaching to the next level with the Modo Flow Teacher Training at the beautiful Amaru Resort in Nicaragua! This one-week intensive is designed for graduates of our 200-Hour Foundational Training and offers an immersive exploration of the Modo Flow series. Deepen your understanding of anatomy, enhance your teaching techniques, and learn to create dynamic, theme-based classes. With hands-on practice, personalized feedback, and the inspiring setting of Amaru Resort, you’ll leave with refined skills and renewed inspiration to share with your students.

Deepen Your Practice E-Course

Deepen Your Practice

E-Course

Always Available

Deepen Your Practice is a 50-hour e-course for those who want to explore the rich traditions of yoga, learn more about the postures we teach in the hot room, and gain a better understanding about the benefits of the practice.

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Teacher Training Scholarships

Our teacher training scholarships are designed to make yoga more inclusive and accessible, reflecting our dedication to diversity and supporting those who strive to make a positive impact.

  • Be Community Scholarship

    Representation is a crucial part of creating welcoming and safe spaces. This scholarship is for members of the LGBTQQIA2S+ community who are passionate about deepening their understanding of yoga and becoming future leaders. If you identify with this community and want to help increase representation and diversity in the yoga world, we encourage you to apply. This scholarship covers 50% of the tuition for the 200-hour foundational training.

  • Be Accessible Scholarship

    We believe that diversity and strength go hand in hand. This scholarship is open to all people of color who are eager to grow their yoga practice and contribute to making the yoga community more diverse. If you are a person of color who sees the value in increasing representation and diversity within yoga, this scholarship is for you. This scholarship covers 100% of the tuition for the 200-hour foundational training.

  • Be Peace Scholarship

    This scholarship is for those who are actively working to make a positive mark on the world. Whether you're an activist, teacher, first responder, or someone committed to social or environmental change, this scholarship honors your efforts. If you work for a non-profit, volunteer in the community, or engage in activism or environmentalism, and believe that this training would enhance your ability to contribute, we welcome your application. This scholarship covers 50% of the tuition for the 200-hour foundational training.

Frequently Asked Questions

What prerequisites are required to enrol in the teacher training program?

To enroll in the teacher training program, you must be 18 or older, or 16 with parental consent. Successful completion of our 50-hour e-course—Deepen Your Practice—(included in your tuition) is also required.

You do not require yoga experience in order to sign up for our teacher training. However, before embarking on the journey to becoming a teacher, we would recommend that you participate in many different yoga classes to ensure that the core values of the practice as well as the physical aspects of yoga are in line with your beliefs. Becoming a yoga teacher is a big step, so it’s important that you take this program seriously.

The foundational teacher training program is a total of 200 hours, which includes our 50 hour Deepen Your Practice e-course and 150 hours of in-person or online intensive training. Our teacher training programs combine physical training, a series of lectures, student-led presentations, practice teaching opportunities, and group bonding activities.

The cost of tuition includes the prerequisite 50 hour Deepen Your Practice e-course and the 150 hour in-person or online intensive training, for a total of 200 hours of training.

Yes, payment options are offered by Affirm and are subject to an eligibility check. Options depend on your purchase amount, and a down payment may be required. To view your options, select “more info” under the affirm banner on the purchase page.

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Upon completion of our program, you will meet the necessary requirements to receive your 200 hour yoga certification. Modo Yoga is recognized by the Yoga Alliance, and you will be able to apply for that accreditation upon receiving your certificate from Modo.

As an alumni, you’ll have access to additional Modo Yoga trainings to enhance your skills and qualifications and boost your teaching resume. You’ll also have access to free continuing education resources, discounted classes at participating Modo studios, other discounts and perks, and a year of free access to Modo Yoga online!

The Modo Yoga 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.

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 in-person or online intensive portion of the training. If you are unable to commit to the schedule at this time, we suggest waiting until another course is available where you can dedicate the full time to the classes and get the most out of teacher training.

Through the Modo Yoga Teacher Training, we have successfully trained over 2,500 teachers, equipping them with the most up-to-date scientific methods, following the therapeutic traditions of yoga. When you join us, you’re stepping into a warm and welcoming environment where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Our community of experienced teachers and fellow trainees is dedicated to helping you grow, both as a practitioner and a future teacher. You’ll find encouragement, friendship, and a network of like-minded individuals who are all on a similar journey. Whether you’re deepening your practice or taking the first steps toward leading others, you’ll be surrounded by a supportive community that’s committed to your success.

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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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