200 Hour Teacher Training Ashtanga & Vinyasa 2025

Quick facts

• Ashtanga-based Foundational Teacher Training of 200 hours

• You will learn to teach Ashtanga Open, Half Primary and Vinyasa Yoga classes (Vinyasa Module is optional)

• Certified by Yoga Alliance

• Start on 7 September 2025 (in-person Welcome Day)

• Two 5-day workshops in Berlin (September and March), bi-weekly Zoom calls, online learning with theoretical recordings and contact apprenticeship hours in our studio

• Full tuition of 3200 EUR, early-bird and payment plans available

• Written and oral exam at the end of the training

• Teaching language: English (option to apprentice & teach in German)

Dates & Times

• 7 September 2025, 9am-6pm, Introduction day, in-person (Yoga Futura Kreuzberg)

• 17-21 September 2025, 9am-6pm daily - Fundamental teaching skills, anatomy, asana and adjustment labs, sequencing, in-person (Yoga Futura Kreuzberg)

• 11-12 October 2025, 9am-6pm daily - Optional Vinyasa Module (Yoga Futura Kreuzberg)

• 18-22 March 2026, 9am-6pm daily - Advanced teaching skills, meditation and the mind, restorative postures, introduction to the intermediate series, in-person (Yoga Futura Kreuzberg)

• 25-26 April 2026 - Exam weekend, in-person (Yoga Futura Kreuzberg)

• Zoom (online video) calls: 3 October 5pm-6pm, 17 October 5pm-6pm, 7 November 5pm-6pm, 21 November 5pm-6pm, 5 December 5pm-6pm, 19 December 5pm-6pm, 9 January 5pm-6pm, 16 January 5pm-6pm, 30 January 5pm-6pm, 13 February 5pm-6pm, 27 February 5pm-6pm

• All Zoom calls will be recorded and attendance is suggested, but optional

• You will need to attend 20 classes in the studio during the term of the training (September-April), price is included in the tuition

• You will need to apprentice on 10 classes in the studio during the term of the training (September-April), these will be scheduled between you and your mentor individually

Method

The method underlying our teacher training is Ashtanga Yoga, with variations that ‘open’ the practice for practitioners of all levels. Ashtanga Yoga is built up of set sequences, which the students master one after the other. The first of these sequences is the Primary Series, which for most practitioners is already quite a challenging practice. In Ashtanga Open classes we focus on the framework of the Primary Series, and offer variations and additions to the sequence, with the aim of tailoring the class to the students’ level or a specific focus (e.g. backbending). When setting up an Ashtanga Open class, we draw inspiration from further series’ of Ashtanga Yoga as well as Vinyasa methodology.

All modern postural forms of yoga (including Vinyasa Yoga, Jivamukti Yoga, Power Yoga) stem from the roots of Ashtanga Yoga. We therefore start with laying the foundations with Ashtanga Yoga before we progress to learning how to sequence and teach Vinyasa Yoga classes. The Vinyasa Module is optional, it is however highly encouraged as it not only further deepens and informs one’s own practice, but ensures that the teacher has more opportunities to teach post training.

In addition to creating variety, we also place great emphasis on allowing for evidence-based movement to influence the practice. Our goal is to create a sustainable and non-injurious yoga practice, that supports you and your future students.

Sample Workshop Schedule

9am-10am Practice

10am-10.15am Break

10.15-12.15pm Asana & Adjustment Lab

12.15pm-1.30pm Lunch

1.30-3pm Yoga Anatomy

3pm-3.15pm Break

3.15-4.45pm Teaching Methodology & Practice Teaching

4.45-5pm Break

5-6pm Closing circle, recap and Q&A

Vinyasa Optional Module

Although the training is rooted in the Ashtanga Yoga method, we have included a module on sequencing, teaching and adjusting Vinyasa classes. As all dynamic forms of postural yoga today stem from Ashtanga Yoga, this felt like a natural add-on to the training curriculum.

Apprenticeship

In order to guide the trainees into a real life experience of teaching a class, we have incorporated an Apprenticeship module into our training. The trainees will be assisting the lead teachers in our studio on regular classes, and will receive tasks that systematically build on one another and prepare trainees to teach independently. The trainees will have the option of deciding who to apprentice with.

This 1:1 opportunity is a unique element of our training that we believe brings immense value. To organise these sessions, the trainees will book their 10 hours with our lead teachers directly. As we systematically go through our Apprenticeship module with each trainee separately, we make sure that they gain the confidence necessary to show up before a class of students.

If necessary, we offer additional opportunities to apprentice beyond the10 hours. For trainees that do not live in Berlin, and we aim to find a solution to perform this module in blocks.

Curriculum

Finding your voice as a teacher and gaining confidence in front of a larger group are some of the biggest challenges all aspiring yoga teachers encounter. Our practical modules therefore centre around creating ample opportunities to practice these skills in a safe environment. As hands-on adjustments play an important role in Ashtanga Yoga, we also place emphasis on learning how to execute these safely and practice them on one another.

When assembling our theoretical curriculum, it was important to us that our teaching is guided by the yoga historians that have studied the evolution of yoga in depth. The yoga world is filled with controversies and we believe having a clear view on the history of yoga is crucial in becoming an authentic teacher. Similarly, when teaching about the physical practice itself, we draw on the new studies of biomechanics to ensure what we teach is evidence-based.

In the course of the programme, you will learn:

• The anatomy and physiology of the body as it pertains to yoga

• The history and philosophy of yoga

• The correct alignment of Asanas (Asana Labs)

• Drishtis and Bandhas, their purpose and how to apply them

• Vinyasa transitions (Jump back and jump through workshop)

• Teaching technique (including regulating your voice, thinking about your presence)

• How to best cue movement

• Sequencing (correct sequencing and count of Ashtanga Half Primary, sequencing an Ashtanga Open and optionally, a Vinyasa class)

• Introduction to the mind and meditation

• Hands-on adjustments

• Pranayama techniques

• Mantras (opening and closing chants)

• The business of yoga, practical tips on setting up as a freelancer

• and more.

Teaching Team

The training is taught by Julia Bodnar (co-founder Yoga Futura), Tatiana Kranz (co-founder Yoga Futura), Lisa Israel (Vinyasa module and Apprenticeship in Vinyasa) and Sabeth Glasmayer (medical doctor and yoga teacher teaching Anatomy and Physiology, accompanied by her partner Nick, phisiotherapist).

Blended learning

In 2025/2026 we will be offering our training in a blended learning format. A large proportion of the theoretical sessions will be pre-recorded for trainees to study at their own pace leading up to our two in-person workshops. The in-person workshops will be focusing on recapping and deepening the theoretical sessions, learning how to safely execute adjustments and practicing teaching before groups.

With this format we wish to make the training accessible to those who have a busy working/studying/family schedule. To ensure that we have ample opportunities to connect, ask questions and meet, we will offer a bi-weekly catch-up session where trainees are encouraged to ask questions, and to zoom in on a specific aspect of the curriculum.

The blended format is built up of:

• 50+ hours of pre-recorded theory via an online learning platform

• 20 hours of in-class training

• 15 hours of bi-weekly group classes

• 104 hours of in-person workshops

• 10+ hours of apprenticing

Exams

The training will end with two exams, a written exam testing your theoretical knowledge and an oral exam where you will teach a section of a real class in our studio. Passing both of these exams is the prerequisite of receiving the certifications. One retake is available should you not pass the exam at first attempt.

Yoga Alliance

Our training has been approved by Yoga Alliance and meets the elevated standards of a 200 hour registered yoga teacher training. This means, that upon graduation, you will be able to register yourself as a teacher with Yoga Alliance.

Payment plan

In case you would like to pay in instalments, you may do so by booking the Deposit and setting up a bank transfer of 12*240 Euros in instalments. Once we receive your deposit, we will send you an email with our bank details. Please reach out if you have any questions in the meantime.

Cancellation & FAQs

For information on cancellations, please visit the FAQ section under the teacher training tab.