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    Elevate Your Training Program with Yoga Alliance

    Gain recognition for your teacher training program and take the next step toward becoming a Registered Yoga School (RYS) with Yoga Alliance.

    Overview

    Running a yoga training program is a powerful way to shape the next generation of teachers.

    Credentialing with Yoga Alliance helps increase your credibility, connects you to a global network, and provides tools to support your students and business.

    If you’re ready to formalize your teacher training program, explore your options to find the right credential for your school.

    Choosing a Credential

    Find the Right Credential for Your Training Program

    Yoga Alliance offers globally recognized credentials for schools and training programs, ensuring high-quality instruction and ethical standards.

    School Credential Options

    A foundational 200-hour teacher training program covering essential techniques, anatomy, philosophy, and professional development.

    An advanced 300-hour training that builds upon foundational teaching knowledge and refines expertise in sequencing, methodology, and specialized instruction.

    A comprehensive 500-hour training that integrates both foundational (200-hour) and advanced (300-hour) training, preparing teachers for deeper knowledge and leadership.

    A specialized credential focused on teaching yoga to children ages 2-15, incorporating child development and age-appropriate methodologies.

    A credential designed for schools that train teachers to support expecting parents through safe, mindful yoga practices for pregnancy and postpartum.

    For a detailed breakdown of credential requirements, visit the Standards for RYS Credentials.

    Cost of Registration

    • Application Fee: One-time fee of $400
    • Annual Membership Fee: $240 per credential

    Schools can hold multiple credentials, with fees applied per credential.

    Ready to credential your school?

    Start Your Application

    Becoming a Registered Yoga School

    How to Apply for Your RYS Credential

    Earning a Registered Yoga School (RYS) credential with Yoga Alliance ensures your program meets global standards for training excellence.

    Step 1

    Develop Your Training Program

    • Ensure your curriculum aligns with Yoga Alliance’s Educational Categories, including Techniques & Training, Anatomy, Philosophy, Professional Essentials, and Practicum.
    • Appoint Lead Trainers who meet the required qualifications.

    Step 2

    Submit Your Application

    • Complete the online application, provide details of your school’s training curriculum, faculty, and methodology, and adhere to theYoga Alliance Ethical Commitment.
    • Pay the one-time application fee.

    Step 3

    Review & Approval

    • Yoga Alliance will review your submission, and you may be asked for additional information or revisions to meet credentialing standards.
    • Once approved, you will receive your official RYS credential.
    Step 1

    Develop Your Training Program

    • Ensure your curriculum aligns with Yoga Alliance’s Educational Categories, including Techniques & Training, Anatomy, Philosophy, Professional Essentials, and Practicum.
    • Appoint Lead Trainers who meet the required qualifications.
    Step 2

    Submit Your Application

    • Complete the online application, provide details of your school’s training curriculum, faculty, and methodology, and adhere to theYoga Alliance Ethical Commitment.
    • Pay the one-time application fee.
    Step 3

    Review & Approval

    • Yoga Alliance will review your submission, and you may be asked for additional information or revisions to meet credentialing standards.
    • Once approved, you will receive your official RYS credential.

    For a step-by-step guide, explore the RYS Application Guide.

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    Stay Credentialed

    Upholding Excellence in Yoga Education

    Credentialing your school is just the beginning. Maintaining your RYS status ensures that your program upholds Yoga Alliance’s standards and provides ongoing value to your trainees.

    Commit to High Standards: Schools must adhere to our Ethical Commitment, ensuring safe, ethical, and high-quality instruction.

    Ethical Commitment

    Engage in Social Credentialing: Trainees are required to submit reviews of their training experience, providing transparency and accountability for your school.

    Learn more about how social credentialing strengthens yoga education.

    Social Credentialing

    Stay Connected: Being an RYS grants you access to exclusive resources, professional development, and a global network of training programs.

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    Take the Next Step

    Expand Your School’s Impact

    Your school is shaping the future of yoga. Let’s take the next step together.

    Start your application to become a Registered Yoga School.

    Start your application

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    Yoga Alliance is here to help you grow your training program and elevate yoga education worldwide. Let’s build a stronger yoga community together.

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