300 Hour Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training in Cleveland, OH

Completion of this program will enable any RYT to register as a 500 RYT.

This course is designed for existing yoga teachers that seek to:

Deepen, revisit, re-build and enhance their yoga and meditation practices

Deepen their understanding of ancient yoga philosophy

Apply the concepts of yoga philosophy to improve overall quality of life

Build a strong, physical foundation and work towards new, advanced postures

Learn how to create dynamic, meaningful yoga and meditation classes, workshops, retreats and even trainings

Deepen their understanding and practice of pranayama

Refresh knowledge of alignment, adjustment, anatomy and philosophy in a focused, committed learning environment with professional and dedicated teachers and students

Deepen your personal practice along with senior teachers and long-term practitioners

Deepen understanding of subtle bodies including the koshas, chakras and doshas

Develop their career as an advanced yoga and meditation teacher

Approach healing from a holistic standpoint, including using knowledge of lifestyle choices (diet, sleep schedule, etc.) to cultivate optimal wellbeing

Utilize Ayurvedic principles to prevent disease and improve health

Develop along the path towards liberation of suffering

Learn from advanced yoga teachers, meditation teachers, pranayama teachers, and other experts in the field

Learn practical and professional skills from an established group of professional yogis to propel your career as a yoga teacher and wellness professional

Fall/Winter 2022-2023

August 28

September 11, 18, 25

October 2, 16, 23, 30

November 6, 13, 20

December 4, 11, 18

January 15, 22, 29

February 5, 19, 26

March 5, 12, 19

Classes meet on SUNDAYS from 8am - 5pm

Lunch break from 10:45-12:30pm

Daily Sample Schedule

**Schedule may vary

8am – Meditation

9am – Yoga Asana

10:45am - 12:15pm – Lunchbreak and/or take a yoga class

12:15pm - 2pm - Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Lifestyle and Ethics (Sample Subject)

2pm – Techniques, Training and Practice (Sample Subject)

4pm – Physical and Subtle (Chakras) Anatomy and Physiology (Sample Subject)

5pm - Meditation

Course Dates

200-Hour Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training in Cleveland, Ohio, at The Studio Cleveland

By the end of this course, you will have the tools, skills, knowledge and experience necessary to create effective and meaningful yoga and meditation classes, workshops, trainings, and retreats. In addition, you will have (re)developed a consistent and thorough daily sadhana (practice) of your own. You will have developed an understanding of advanced yogic philosophies, practices techniques, teaching methodologies, communication skills, and more. This will serve as a solid foundation for your continued professional growth and development as a leader in the spiritual community.

​Advanced Techniques, Training & Practice

Study, practice, learn and teach advanced asanas, pranayama techniques, anatomy, yoga philosophy, meditation and other traditional yoga techniques.

Analytical and guided practice in how to teach these concepts will be received.

Expand your experience and utilize pranayama breathing to its greatest capabilities

Strengthen the theory and application of holistic healing through pranayama practices

Explore the principles of stress and anxiety reduction through therapeutic benefits of yoga and Ayurveda

Understand therapeutic essential(s) of Sanskirt mantra and sacred sound as music therapy

Advanced Teaching Methodology

Learn teaching styles, communication skills, group dynamics, time management, healthy boundaries, demonstration of yoga asanas, observation of bodies, assisting and adjusting and how to address the specific needs of individuals and special populations.

Discussion of students learning process

Qualities of a teacher

Master holistic sequencing for your type and energetic efficiency

Establish yoga practices to help balance mental outlook, including improved understanding of the: sensory system, brain, mind, role of emotions

Refine asana learning for improved overall well-being

Assimilate yoga’s role in dealing with addiction, recovery, trauma, etc.

Help others sleep better with yoga nidra for relaxation and pain management

Learn restorative yoga practices

Develop a personalized yoga model by learning how to modify yoga for the individual

Practice integrating meditation to purify the mind

Master methods for managing and improving a variety of conditions restoring and enhancing general health and wellbeing

Advanced Yoga Anatomy & Physiology

Refine your knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.).

Study and apply the principles of human physiology and energetic anatomy principles to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns, etc).

Deepen your understanding of anatomy related to functional physiology

Study traditional and energetic anatomy and physiology suitable for teaching advanced yoga

Develop practices focusing on mind-body solutions of subtle anatomy health

Apply advanced yoga methods for: muscles, bones, joints, cardiovascular, circulatory, respiratory, integumentary, immune, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, nervous, and endocrine systems

Understand the aging body, reviewing affected systems, physiology, psychology, social features

Applying yoga to address cognitive, emotional, and physiological symptoms associated with PTSD

Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle and Ethics as a Yoga Teacher

Study yoga philosophies and traditional texts such as The Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali, Haṭhayoga Pradīpikā, and the Bhagavad-Gītā.

Learn how to apply the 8 limbs of yoga to everyday life

Ethics for yoga teachers, such as those involving teacher/ student relationships and community, and understand the value of teaching yoga as a service and being of service to others through yoga (Sevā).

Learn holistic nutrition – explore the science of food and its relationship to health physically, mentally and spiritually

Incorporate an Ayurvedic diet for living consciously and compassionately

Advance your Ayurveda knowledge to help balance the Doshas and disorders related to Dosha imbalance

Apply philosophical wisdom from the sages and Bhagavad Gita

Study Vedic prayers and mantras that work in harmony with the greater web of life

Learn ethical application of yoga techniques in western health care system today

Refine cross-training techniques that serve yoga’s many paths to Spirituality

Advanced Yoga Practicum

Practice teaching, receiving and giving feedback

Observing others teach, assist students while someone else is teaching.

Students will also be required to complete a case study project and create and share a two-hour speciality workshop.

Apply yoga skills in small groups

Become proficient in physical evaluations of clients and case monitoring to promote general good health and well-being

Cultivate a strong asana practice for optimal mind-body well-being

Design physical therapy sequencing to improve overall well-being, both physiological and physical benefits

Wellness workshop mentoring

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The Business of Yoga

Build your brand through social media and modern marketing methods

Build your student following and understanding appropriate boundaries

Build community

Yoga Alliance registry and membership

How to develop your niche and find your place in the world as a yoga teacher

How to create a functional website

​How to host local and international retreats

How to curate meaningful workshops

​Teach online classes

How to properly create a "yoga business;" including filing as a business, licenses, obtaining an EIN and business bank account, taxes 101 for yoga teachers

Learn all of the best, time-tested trade methods from existing business owner and internationally-hosted yoga teacher, Sara Syed, owner of The Studio Cleveland

Tuition Options:

$3,950 - Early-Bird Discount - Tuition paid in-full before June 30, 2022.

$4,222 - Standard Tuition - Tuition paid in-full before August 28, 2022.

$4,444 - Payment Plan - Tuition paid in-full before graduation on March 19, 2023.

$555 Deposit to reserve your spot in the course (non-refundable; goes towards total balance).

Seven monthly payments of $555.55

Balance to be paid in full prior to graduation on March 19, 2023 or certificate will be withheld.

If monthly payments are not completed you will be withdrawn from the course.

Pre-Requisites

This program is designed for teachers who have completed a 200 hour yoga teacher training program. You may attend this course without having completed a 200-hour YTT, but you will not be able to register as an RYT 300 or 500 without first completing an 200-hour YTT (either in-person or online).

Student Practicum: 50 Hours

Students are required to teach on their own to individuals or group classes, workshops and case studies using the new teaching methodologies learned throughout the program.

Books and Course Materials

Books and other course materials are not included with tuition.

Additional Responsibilities

In addition to the classroom hours and commitment of study time, students are expected to complete:

Homework assignments

Study guides

Final exam (open book)

Case study project

Create a website

Teach an online class

Design and teach a 2-hour speciality workshop

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Required Books:

Eastern Mind, Western Body - Anodea Judith

Yoga & Ayurveda - Dr. David Frawley

Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - Sri. Swami Satchidananda

​Yoga Therapy - Mark Stephens

Light on Pranayama – BKS Iyengar

Light on Life – BKS Iyengar

Recommended Books:

Yoga Body - Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D., P.T.

Light on Yoga - BKS Iyengar

The Yogi Entrepreneur: A Guide to Earning a Mindful Living through Yoga - Darren Main

The Subtle Body Coloring Book - Cyndi Dale & Richard Wehrman

The Bhagavad Gita - Introduction and Translated - Eknath Easwaran

The Living Gita - Sri. Swami Satchidananda

The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga - Amy Ippoliti & Taro Smith

Jivamukti Yoga: Practices for Liberating Body and Soul - Sharon Gannon & David Life

Yogi Assignment - Kino Macgregor

You Can Heal Your Life - Louise Hay

The Alchemist - Paulo Coehlo

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success - Deepak Chopra

The Celestine Prophecy - James Redfield

Myths of the Asanas - Alanna Kaivalya & Arjuna van Der Kooji

Ayurveda The Science of Self Healing - Dr. Vasant Lad

A Course in Miracles

Students are required to attend 100% of scheduled class meeting times**. Students are expected to not use their phones throughout the training. Students are expected to remain present and attentive. Students will arrive on-time for classes. This is an interactive course and students are expected to participate in discussions. Homework assignments and a volunteer project will be assigned during the course; the volunteer project will be completed during a scheduled class meeting time and homework is expected to be completed outside of the course. Homework will be periodic. Students will be required to track and record 100 practice hours (any style of yoga, including asana, meditation, seva, kirtan, jnana, pranayama, etc.). 100 Practice hours can be completed at our studio free of cost, or at a studio of your choice (you would be responsible for paying for out-of-studio costs), or at home. The 100 practice hours requirement will be discussed more in person. Students will also be required to practice teach for 50 hours outside of the course.

**(Although 100% attendance is strongly recommended, we understand that life is real and things happen; If there are any scheduling conflicts that arise during the course, discuss with the lead instructor, Sara Syed, as soon as possible to discuss modifications. If you are running late, you are expected to inform Sara as soon as possible).

Graduation

To qualify for graduation, students will:

Attend all classes

Be punctual for classes

Complete all assignments

Complete case study project

Teach speciality two-hour workshop

Tuition paid in-full ​

Cancellation Policy

We can refund your payment 100% up to one month prior to the course start date. One month prior to the scheduled course start date, there will be no refunds issued.

If for some reason you cannot complete the course, we can roll your payment over to be used for a future teaching training course at The Studio Cleveland

**Please email [email protected] with any questions and inquiries or call/text Sara at 440-429-6914

Comprehensive Curriculum - 300 Hour Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training Education

300 Hour Certificate - 300-Hour Yoga Alliance Certification

Unlimited Yoga Classes - Unlimited Access to Yoga Classes at The Studio Cleveland for the Duration of the Course

Teacher Training Manual - 300-Hour Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training Manual

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Lifelong Memories - Create Unforgettable Memories and make Lifelong Friendships with Like-Minded People.

Healing - You will leave this program feeling lighter than when you started due to all of the meditation, chakra study, yoga asana practice and spiritual self-exploration we practice throughout the course.

Mentorship - Sara Syed, E-RYT 700, lead teacher of this program, will be available for your professional and spiritual guidance for as long as you need her post-graduation.

Standard (Paid-in-full before Aug 28)

Available until August 27, 2022|4 left

$4,222 - Standard Tuition - Tuition paid in-full before August 28, 2022.

$4,222

Deposit: $500

Payment Plan (Paid-in-full by March 19)

Available until August 27, 2022|4 left

Utilize our payment plan to make this training more accessible:

$4,444 - Payment Plan - Tuition paid in-full before graduation on March 19, 2023.

$555 Deposit to reserve your spot in the course (non-refundable; goes towards total balance).

Eight monthly payments of $486.13

Balance to be paid in full prior to graduation on March 19, 2023 or certificate will be withheld.

If monthly payments are not completed you will be withdrawn from the course.

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$4,444

Deposit: $555

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