You’ve built a connection to yoga—now you’re curious about taking it further.
Teacher training is an opportunity to refine your practice, expand your knowledge, and gain confidence in sharing yoga with others.
If you’re ready to take the next step, explore your options and find the path that’s right for you.
Choosing a Pathway
Find the Right Teacher Training for You
Yoga teacher training is a transformative experience, both personally and professionally. Yoga Alliance offers globally recognized credentials that align with your goals.
Yoga Teacher Credentials
Registered Yoga Teacher: The foundational 200-hour training that provides a strong base in yoga techniques, philosophy, anatomy, and ethics. Most new teachers begin with this credential.
A comprehensive 500-hour training for those who want to deepen their expertise in teaching methodology, sequencing, and advanced practices.
- The “E” stands for “experienced.” These credentials recognize teachers who have met additional teaching requirements beyond their RYT training, demonstrating a higher level of knowledge and expertise.
- There are two ways to earn an E-RYT 500 credential:
- Complete all 500 hours at a Registered Yoga School (RYS 500) and fulfill the teaching requirements.
- Complete an RYT 200, then earn an additional 300-hour training at an RYS 300, totaling 500 hours of training before applying for E-RYT 500.
- There are two ways to earn an E-RYT 500 credential:
Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher: Specialized training for teaching yoga to children, focusing on child development, creative movement, and safe instruction.
Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher: Designed for teachers who want to support expecting parents with training in prenatal anatomy, mindful movement, and breathwork for pregnancy and postpartum.
Explore our Standards for RYT Credentials for a deeper look at the requirements.
Steps to Becoming a Teacher
Steps to Becoming a Certified Yoga Teacher
Here’s the process of becoming a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with Yoga Alliance:
Yoga Alliance Application & Membership Costs
- One-time Application Fee: $50
- Annual Membership Fee: $65
Explore the RYT Application Guide for more information.
Continue Your Path to Growth
Choosing to become a yoga teacher is a powerful decision—one that can transform your practice and your community.
Find a yoga school to start your training.
Learn more about continuing education to grow as a teacher.
Become a Yoga Alliance member and take the next step in your teaching journey.
Yoga is a lifelong practice, and so is teaching. We’re here to support your path forward.