200hr Yoga Teacher Training Program

Join the GTA's top yogis on a path toward greater awareness through a profound understanding of yoga

Sep 10th 2026 - Apr 11th 2027

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Presented by Barb Leese,
MA, ERYT 200, 500 RYS 200

With over 35 years of teaching experience, a Master's degree, and more than 17 years leading Yoga Alliance–registered 200-hour teacher trainings, Barb combines expertise in anatomy, movement science, and yoga philosophy to mentor aspiring teachers with depth, integrity, and a lifelong commitment to mind-body wellness.

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A Transformative Experience

Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training blends the wisdom of traditional yoga with modern teaching to help you deepen your practice, cultivate greater self-awareness, and develop the confidence to teach with authenticity and purpose. Whether your goal is personal growth or becoming a certified yoga teacher, this transformative journey will provide the knowledge, tools, and support to help you realize your fullest potential.

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Only 6 spots left!

Life Changing!!

"Even after practicing yoga for a decade, I still felt as though I was missing a certain level of depth and clarity. I have had many wonderful and truly talented instructors over the years, but, after experiencing one of Barb's classes, I was immediately connected and eager to learn more from her expansive knowledge, that I knew she possessed. Teacher training was truly an enlightening and enriching experience on so many levels, and I am ever so grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from Barb“

Dana Maurice

What You'll Learn

History & Philosophies

The Yamas/Niyamas

The Kleshas

Dharma/Karma

The Four Periods of Yoga

Yoga Anatomy

The Skeletal System

Muscular System

Fascial System

Nervous System

The Main Bodily Systems

The Asanas

Technique

Alignment

Adjustments & Modifications

Teaching Cues

Injury Considerations

What to Look For When Teaching

Teaching Methodology

BiomechanicalConsiderations

Sequencing

Use of Voice

Teaching to 3 styles of learners

Pranayama

Breathing Physiology
Connection of Breath to Nervous System
Breathing Techniques

Meditation

What is Meditation
Meditation Techniques
Benefits
Incorporating into classes

The Business of Yoga

Ethics
Etiquette
Where will I teach
Running a studio

Styles of Yoga

Creating Different styles of classes: Hatha, Vinyasa
Introduction to: Fascial Yin, Pre/post Natal, Chair Yoga
Understanding the lineages of Iyengar, Astanga

200-Hour Program Outline

History and Philosophy

What is ‘yoga’

School’s lineage, style, and methodology

Dates and key ideas of the historical periods of yoga’s development to present day.

Relationship between asana, pranayama, meditation per school’s approach

Familiarity w/ major yogic texts (i.e., Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Hatha Yoga Pradipika)

Self-reflection on how philosophy relates to practice

Awareness of Yoga Sutras or similar yogic ethical precepts

Relationship to Yoga Alliance Ethical Commitment including Scope of Practice, Code of Conduct, and Equity Position Statement

Comprehension of and responsibility to increase equity in yoga – accountability measures

Self-reflection on how yoga ethics relate to practice

Asana Technique Anatomy / Physiology /Biomechanics

Skeletal system

Major bones/Types of joints/ Major muscles involved in asana

Types of muscle contraction

Physiology

Nervous system, incl.‘fight, flight, freeze’ stress response, vagal theory, overall mind-body connection

Cardiovascular/circulatory, endocrine, digestive systems as they relate to yoga practice

Respiratory system, including muscles that affect breathing.

Involuntary vs voluntary breath, how air enters and leaves body

Biomechanics

• Types of joint movements

• Joint stabilization

• Safe movement as it pertains to balancing, stretching, awareness, and physical limitations

• Contraindications, misalignments, adaptations

Technique, Training, Practice

Asana

• Teaching Methodology
• Historical context
• Complete sequencing(asana, pranayama, meditation)

Pranayama & Subtle Body

• Historical context
• Effects of pranayama on anatomy and subtle body
• Complete sequencing of pranayama safely ,including alternatives and adaptations Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, among others
• Koshas, kleshas, chakras, nadis and prana vayus

Meditation

• Key meditation terms
• Meditation methods by lineage

Professional essentials

Teaching Methodology

• Sequencing
• Pace
• Environment
• Cueing (verbal, visual, physical)
• Class management
• Professional Development
• Yoga-related professional organizations, including the Yoga Alliance credentialing process
• Ethical Commitment, including Scope of Practice, Code of Conduct and Equity Position Statement
• Lifetime of learning and continuing education
• General professionalism, including timeliness, consistency, cleanliness
• Marketing and promotion Liability insurance ,waivers, invoicing
• Practicum
• Mentorship component

Only 6 spots left!

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Program details

Full payment $3600 +HST

$200+tax deposit due on registration after acceptance to reserve your spot

$425.00+HST monthly payment option

Start Date: Thursday September 10th

Thursdays: 5:30pm - 9:30pm

Saturdays: 12:00pm - 6:00pm Sept 12th, Oct 17th, Nov 14th, Dec 5th, Jan 16th, Feb 6th, Mar 6th, April 3rd

Presenting Classes: Friday April 9th, Sat April 10th, Sun April 11th

Only 6 spots left!

200hr Yoga Teacher Training Program

Presented by Barb Leese, MA, ERYT 200, 500 RYS 200

A Transformative Experience

What You'll Learn

200-Hour Program Outline

History and Philosophy

Program details

Apply to the 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Program

Presented by Barb Leese,
MA, ERYT 200, 500 RYS 200