Become Certified to Teach Yoga Safely and Effectively
200RYT and 500RYT Yoga Teacher Training
Harmony Therapeutic Yoga's teacher training programs are nationally accredited through Yoga Alliance. Learn the techniques for each pose, the Anatomy and Physiology behind it, the Philosophy that ties it all together and gain confidence as a teacher with plenty of opportunity to actually practice teaching in a safe environment.
The 200 RYT program will give you a strong foundation to begin teaching yoga safely and effectively, or simply deepen your knowledge and your own practice for personal benefit. The 500 RYT program builds on your 200 RYT certification with advanced sequencing, hands on adjustments, use of props and modifications, and cueing methodology.
Shanda Packard, E-RYT 500, developed this program to help people of all levels of experience and ability not only gain the benefits of yoga for themselves, but to also effectively share their love of yoga with others.
What's Included in Teacher Training
200 Hour RYT Teacher Training
- 10 Weekends of On-site Teacher Training (makeup weekends available)
- Private Facebook Community with students and support staff
- Anatomy & Physiology fundamentals and application
- Yoga Philosophy exploring the relevance to modern yoga
- Subtle Body basics of chakras, doshas, and gunas
- Techniques Training to establish a foundation of teaching yoga poses
- Teaching Methodology on class structure and communication
- How to navigate the business of yoga as a teacher or a studio
- Teaching Practicum to gain confidence by teaching in a safe environment
At the 200 hr level you'll gain a strong foundation to begin teaching yoga safely and effectively with particular attention to anatomy and alignment along with topics in yoga philosophy. Before graduating, you'll have gained a comfort level and strength in leading others through their yoga practice. While these teachers are trained to deliver a yoga class sequence with specific physical or mental needs in mind, we welcome those who may not have interest in teaching, but want to deepen their personal practice through extended knowledge of yoga.
500 Hour RYT Teacher Training
- 10 Weekends of On-site Teacher Training (makeup weekends available)
- Private Facebook Community with students and support staff
- Kinesiology study for a deeper study of body mechanics
- Advanced Sequencing for smooth and safe transitions between poses
- Demonstrating & Cueing using somatic feedback & hands-on adjustments
- Accessible Meditation training to help your students explore the benefits
- Pranayama Technique using breath for physical and mental benefits
- Subtle Body Energy awareness and activation of bandhas and more
- How to navigate the business of yoga as a teacher or a studio
At the 500 hr level you'll gain deeper understanding of anatomy and physiology, advanced sequencing, demonstrating and cueing, hands-on adjustments and use of props. You'll have opportunities to improve your teaching techniques by observing experienced yoga teachers with the fundamentals of teaching in mind and through opportunities to teach with specific goals of the class. To apply for the 500 RYT program, you must be a 200 RYT or have specific health training.
SHANDA PACKARD, E-RYT 500
CERTIFIED YOGA THERAPIST, DIRECTOR OF TEACHER TRAINING
Shanda Packard is a Certified Yoga Therapist with over 500 hours of training and over 2000 hours of experience, and is certified by both the Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapists.
Shanda has experienced yoga’s transformative powers in times of stress and injury as well as in times of joy and wellbeing. Her passion for yoga is evident on and off the mat, as she seeks opportunities to bring yoga to people who may not otherwise become familiar with its many benefits. A graduate of Evansville Yoga Center and Jackson Tennessee's Yoga Teacher's School Of Excellence, Shanda has taught for many years in Bowling Green and has taken much pleasure in teaching summer community classes for kids and adults. Shanda’s enthusiasm and energy encourages her students to find their edge, honor their bodies as they are today, and to have fun.
