200 hour YTT
Our program blends the wisdom of traditional yoga with modern teaching techniques, giving you the tools and confidence to become a skilled yoga teacher.
This training is about more than just learning how to teach—it's about embracing the essence of yoga, understanding yourself more deeply, and discovering how to share that journey with others.
required reading
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The Science of Yoga, by Ann Swanson, 2025 edition.
This book is commonly used for 200 hour teacher trainings, but this revised version includes an indispensable focus on optimal breathing as well.
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The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: An Accessible Commentary, by Kurt Matthys.
Kurt is a local instructor who took a several years’ deep dive into all of the editions of The Yoga Sutras, and unconvinced of a clear winner, wrote his own. We used this version in my 500RYT and I loved it.
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The Bhagavad Gita, by Nigiri Press (translated by Eknath Easwaran).
Another classic edition familiar to 200 YTTs, The Bhagavad Gita is considered essential reading for any practitioner of yoga.
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The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga’s Ethical Practice, by Deborah Adele.
Yet another classic used for yoga teacher trainings, this book distills the information about the first two limbs of the 8-fold path of yoga. These foundations are said to guide individuals to take ownership of their own lives. You and your students will benefit from learning and incorporating these practices.
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Functional anatomy of yoga: a guide for practitioners and teachers, by David Keil.
I also discovered this resource during my 500RYT and wish I had access to it sooner. Keil capably breaks down anatomical concepts in a highly digestible manner.
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How Yoga Works, by Geshe Michael Roach.
This book marries the esoteric concepts of yoga philosophy with a narrative journey that is both captivating and straightforward.
Disclaimer
Please note: by using these suggested links, you are supporting Kindred Flow Yoga, as they are affiliate links from which the studio earns a small amount of revenue from qualifying purchases.
Of course you are welcome to purchase your required reading material by other means (We love supporting local bookstores, too!) but we ask that, when possible, you purchase the same edition as pictured as it simplifies the teaching process.
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✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.