Easy Day Yoga 200 hour YTT
Our Philosophy
We understand that you have lots of choices when it comes to selecting a Yoga Teacher Training. Whether it’s a weekend program right here at home, or an immersive month of study at an ashram or a beautiful retreat in Bali — your options are endless. So why should you choose us?
Here at Easy Day Yoga, we’ve designed a program that encompasses all of Yoga as a whole — not just the poses. Sure, you will learn asana and how to safely talk students into and out of the physical postures, but Yoga is so much more than creating shapes with your body — it’s alchemy! We recognize that it’s the transformation that truly fuels the practice, not the stretch and not the sweat. Both are great side effects, but neither are the goal.
We take a holistic and inclusive approach, providing you with a strong foundation in the science of Yoga, that will allow you to balance your own life, as well as give you the tools to assist others in balancing theirs. Though we’ll focus a bunch on learning to teach Yoga, what we really want you to walk away with is the skills to hold the space for your own exploration into your highest self. When we learn to hold the space for ourselves, inevitably we begin to hold it for others, and that’s what being a Yoga teacher is all about.
The truth is, wherever you end up taking a training, it will have been the right decision for you, no matter what. Obviously we’re hopeful you’ll want to join us on this journey, but most importantly, we want you to live your best life — right here at Easy Day, around the corner, or all the way across the globe.
Take a look below to get a better understanding of the topics we will dive into.
And P.S. Don’t stress, we are a Yoga Alliance certified Yoga school!
Easy Day Yoga YTT Graduates 2023-2024
Areas of Study
Asana — We’ll study the physical postures of yoga in depth, focusing on alignment, verbal cues and how to utilize and modify them for a Gentle, Hatha or Vinyasa class. Though you will leave with the knowledge of how to teach a Vinyasa class, our program is more focused on the therapeutic aspects of Hatha Yoga.
Meditation — There are many ways to meditate, and none are right for everyone, so our goal is to teach you different techniques so that you can find your own path, and help others do the same.
Pranayama — You’ll get an in depth look at the breathing practices of Yoga, and learn how to use them in your own practice, as well as how to share their benefits with others.
Physical Anatomy — Prepare to be blown away by the amazingness that is your body as you get a better understanding of what’s happening in each posture with our study of the muscles, skeletal structure, fascia and much more.
Energetic Anatomy — You’ve probably heard the term Chakra before, but do you really know what they’re all about and how they affect your daily life? We’ll shed some light on this vital energetic system, plus we’ll study the Nadis and Prana Vayus as well.
Yogic Philosophy — We’ll dive into Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, with a special focus on the Yamas & the Niyamas, and we’ll explore The Upanishads and the Bhagaved Gita as well, giving you a broader perspective on the whole of Yoga.
Teaching — Seems obvious, right? We’ll guide you through the process of learning this new language from an inclusive perspective, and cover not only sequencing, adjustments and assists, but the ethics of teaching as well.
In addition to all of the above, you’ll also have the opportunity to do lots of personal exploration at home with inspiring readings and shadow work.
Training Materials
Before our training begins, we will send you a list of books that are required for the course.
At the start of your training, you will receive a comprehensive binder that includes information about Yoga postures, philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology and much more.
You will also be provided with lots of additional resources on our private YTT website pages that will help guide you through the training.
Cost of the Program
The total cost of the program is $3,000. We ask for a non-refundable deposit of $500 to reserve your spot, which is then applied to your total cost. We can offer a $50 discount for paying by check, which saves us the processing fee. We also offer payment plans based on your needs, so please reach out and don’t let money be the thing that keeps you from this journey.
Early-bird: $2750- available until 7/30
Early-bird payment plan: $500 deposit & 6 payments of $400 (this includes the $150 material fee)- available until 5/31
There is a $150 materials fee that includes you training manual as well as other materials you will be given throughout the training. Books are an additional cost.
Scholarship:
Please add a question to the online application:
"If you would like to apply for the $500 scholarship, please let us know how the scholarship would benefit you."
Student Testimonial - Shelly Rebraca, Feb. 2023 Graduate
Schedule
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Requirements for
Consideration
Be 18 years of age to participate.
Have at least 1 year of steady personal Yoga practice.
No desire to teach? That’s totally fine! Many people take a YTT to deepen their own practice and understanding of Yoga.
Have questions?
Of course you do, this is a big decision and it’s important that you feel like you have a full understanding of our program. Fill out the form below and our YTT Director, Gretchen Schutte, will get back with you ASAP!
Ready to Apply?
So you feel like you’re questions have been answered and you’re ready to make the leap! That’s really exciting! We can’t wait to hear from you!
Easy Day Yoga YTT Graduates 2022-2023
To Bless the Space Between Us
In the out-of-the-way places of the heart, where your thoughts never think to wander, this beginning has been quietly forming, waiting until you were ready to emerge.
For a long time it has watched your desire, feeling the emptiness growing inside you, noticing how you willed yourself on, still unable to leave what you had outgrown.
It watched you play with the seduction of safety and the gray promises that sameness whispered, heard the waves of turmoil rise and relent, wondered would you always live like this.
Then the delight, when you courage kindled, and out you stepped onto new ground, your eyes young again with energy and dream, a path of plentitude opening before you.
Though your destination is not yet clear you can trust the promise of this opening; unfurl yourself into the grace of beginning that is at one with your life's desire.
Awaken your spirit to adventure; hold nothing back, learn to find ease in the risk; soon you will be home in a new rhythm, for your soul senses the world that awaits you.
~ John O'Donahue