200 Hour Teacher Training Ashtanga & Vinyasa 2027

from €2,900.00

Our foundational, 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified training was created to train the next generation of Yoga Futura teachers. Our emphasis on real-life teaching experience through an apprenticeship with an experienced mentor makes this training a unique learning journey.

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Our foundational, 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified training was created to train the next generation of Yoga Futura teachers. Our emphasis on real-life teaching experience through an apprenticeship with an experienced mentor makes this training a unique learning journey.

Quick facts

  • In-person Ashtanga-based Foundational Teacher Training of 200 hours

  • Certified by Yoga Alliance

  • You will learn to confidently teach Ashtanga Open, Half Primary and Vinyasa Yoga classes

  • Start on 9 January 2027 (Welcome Day)

  • Four 5-day workshops in Berlin (February-June)

  • Asana, anatomical alignment and adjustments in focus

  • Online homework and learning with theoretical recordings to deepen your knowledge

  • Apprenticeship hours in our studio

  • WhatsApp Group to accompany you throughout the training

  • Full tuition of 3200 EUR, early-bird and payment plans available (please reach out to info@yogafutura.com if the payment plan above does not suit you)

  • Written and oral exam at the end of the training

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

  • Location: Yoga Futura Neukölln and Yoga Futura Kreuzberg

Dates & Times

  • 9 January 2027, 9am-6pm, Introduction day, in-person

  • 24-28 February 2027, 9am-6pm daily - Teaching methodology (voice and presence), History and Philosophy of Yoga, Asana Labs and adjustments in yoga

  • 7-11 April 2027, 9am-6pm daily - The art of sequencing, Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series teaching practice, Asana and Adjustment labs, History and Philosophy of Yoga, the breath and Pranayama

  • 19-23 May 2027, 9am-6pm daily - Yoga ethics, teaching labs and practice, sequencing workshops, advanced asana practice and adjustments

  • 16-18 June 2027, 9am-6pm daily - Advanced teaching skills, meditation and the mind, restorative and Yin postures, introduction to the intermediate series of Ashtanga Yoga

  • 20 June 2027, 9am-6pm - Graduation Day: written and teaching exam

  • You will need to attend 10 classes in the studio during the term of the training (January-June), price is included in the tuition

  • You will need to apprentice on 10 classes in the studio during the term of the training (January-June), 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 offers a broad perspective on sequencing and ensures you are equipped with the tools to create a variety of informed and intelligent classes.

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

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.

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 and Vinyasa 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), Jessica Seid (Vinyasa module, Sequencing, and Apprenticeship in Vinyasa) and Sabeth Glasmayer (medical doctor and yoga teacher teaching Anatomy and Physiology).

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 paying in instalments. If the payment plan offered via the website is not suitable, please reach out to info@yogafutura.com.

Cancellation & FAQs

For information on cancellations, please visit our FAQ section.