&asanas 200 HR

foundational yoga teacher training

july 12 — 26, 2026

our foundational teacher training is designed to build confident, capable teachers — not performers, not replicas, but skilled instructors rooted in presence, clarity, and integrity

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the overview

the essence

this 200 hour yoga teacher training is a two week in-person immersion rooted in presence, clarity, and the art of teaching.

rather than training you in a specific style (or multiple), we focus on what matters most:

how to teach confidently, safely and authentically — with deep, practical knowledge & substance beneath every cue.

this is a foundational training. a place to learn how to teach, not how to pass as a teacher — because confidence comes from competence.

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details & schedule

sample daily schedule

6:30 am — arrival + meditation

7:00 am — asana practice

8:30 am — silent breakfast

9:30 am — yoga philosophy

11:00 am — asana lab

1:00 pm — lunch

2:00 pm — anatomy & physiology

4:00 pm — break

4:30 pm — teaching strategies & practice

6:30 pm — head home for dinner

every 2–3 days:

7:00 – 9:00 pm evening practices (restorative, sound bath, meditation, integration)

total daily contact hours: ~10 hours

&asanas studio — 140 ann street, unit 203/204 london, ontario
170 contact hours & 30 non-contact
sunday july 12 — sunday july 26: in-person training
*sunday july 19 will be a rest day
sunday july 26: program completion & graduation
august — november: optional mentorship & additional trainings
max 20 trainees
this training is intentionally small to allow for mentorship, feedback, and space to develop strong connections with your teachers.

the space

a space to learn, that feels like coming home

our thoughtfully designed studio is where your two-week immersion unfolds. three beautiful practice spaces, washrooms, and a zen lounge to pause, sip tea, reflect, and integrate. it’s more than a studio; it’s a space that will leave you feeling grounded, restored, and at home.

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the trainers

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rachel mcgarry

annette mellor

emily cordes

Meet the trainers

combined, annette mellor, rachel mcgarry, and emily cordes have over 5000 hours of trainings & 10,000+ hours teaching experience — so rest assured, you’re in very good hands with our lead trainers.

we will also have an intentionally curated group of specialists supporting specific areas of the training, including:

anatomy & osteopathy
ayurveda
trauma-informed teaching
public speaking
business of yoga & studio ownership
sound, breathwork, and meditation

the education

curriculum overview

this training meets and exceeds yoga alliance elevated standards and is structured across four educational categories.

techniques, training & practice — 75 hours

asana labs, sequencing, pranayama, meditation, subtle body, ayurveda, assists, class structure, and teaching practice.

anatomy & physiology — 30 hours

functional anatomy, biomechanics, nervous system, breath mechanics, and safe movement principles taught by an osteopath.

yoga humanities — 30 hours

history, philosophy, ethics, sutras, chakras, mantra, bhakti, and yogic self-inquiry.

professional essentials — 50 hours

teaching methodology, voice & presence, class management, trauma-informed teaching, business fundamentals, practicum, and mentorship.

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feeling called take this transformational leap?

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teaching methodology focus

you will learn how to:

develop your own unique voice as a teacher
cue with clarity and purpose
project your voice confidently
manage a room and walk the space
read energy and adapt in real time
offer hands-on support ethically and safely
create accessible, grounded environments

mentorship + integration

this training doesn’t end when the immersion ends. we take it beyond the two weeks to ensure you are given time — and support — to truly integrate and develop as a teacher.

you’ll have access to:

ongoing mentorship
integration support
opportunity to practice teach at &asanas
additional 15-30 hour teacher trainings to contribute toward your continuing education hours

pre-training requirements

required reading

Living Your Yoga — Judith Lasater
The Heart of Yoga — T.K.V. Desikachar
living the sutras — Amy Pearce-Hayden and Kelly DiNardo
the yamas & niyamas — deborah adele
work with the soul series journal*
*available to purchase in studio with a 20% discount for training attendees

class requirements

complete and log ~10 practice & reflection hours across styles including:

hatha, flow, power flow, yang yin, gentle yoga, yin, restorative, meditation, breathwork.

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cost & Additional details

tuition

$3,450 +hst
get $200 off with the early bird discount — available to those who register before march 31st!

payment plans available upon request

what’s included

200 hour in-person training
mentorship & feedback
comprehensive printed manual
all lunches + select dinners
welcome pack + graduation ceremony
unlimited studio membership (july–nov)

food + nourishment

all lunches are provided daily.

dinners are provided on evenings with classes or special events.

food is plant-based & delivered daily from mache dining — intentionally nourishing, grounding, and supportive for long training days.

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after graduation

opportunity to practice teach at &asanas
potential pathway into a teaching role at &asanas
eligibility to register with yoga alliance
graduates get a discount on additional teacher trainings at &asanas offered august—november

join the training

we know there are hundreds of yoga teacher trainings to choose from, so why choose us?

here's how we stand out...

the art of teaching

build the skills, presence, and confidence to be a great teacher — without the pressure to learn multiple styles at once.
time to integrate

it takes months, not weeks, become a skilled teacher — that’s why we offer four months of post-immersion mentorship to support you as you truly integrate your learning.
ongoing mentorship

the comprehensive mentorship program we have included after the two-week immersion supports you in becoming a confident & skilled teacher.
additional trainings

we have 4 additional teacher trainings running from august—november to support your growth & development as a teacher.
practice teaching

you’ll have the opportunity to practice teach at &asanas after the immersion ends in order to support your growth & integration.
unlimited membership

from july to november, you’ll receive unlimited access to all &asanas classes — giving you the space to deepen your practice and build a meaningful, embodied connection to the work.
teaching opportunity

once you graduate from our yoga teacher training, you will have the potential to become an instructor at &asanas.