The Path to Joy

200-Hour In-Person Yoga Teacher Training

NOW ENROLLING
Fall 2026 (October 7, 2026-April 28, 2027 at Breathe Yoga Studio, North East, MD)

Live Present to Find Peace & Purpose

Embark on the Path to Joy

The Path to Joy is a 200-hour yoga teacher training (YTT) certification program that teaches you how to live present in each moment and find peace and purpose. It is a journey to learning how to live yoga every day, to experiential practices that clear and cleanse the physical, mental and spiritual bodies; and it is a course that gives you all the tools you need to live life to the fullest!

The Path to Joy is offered in-person and as a hybrid training. The in-person 200-Hour YTT is conducted in the sacredness of small group settings, offering inner soul guidance on the journey through life.

This unique, comprehensive course includes:

  • Everything you need to deepen, learn, grow and evolve.
  • In-person and online training options. 
  • All level yoga classes, meditations, intentions and affirmations.
  • Access to a robust resource library full of practices, breathwork, informational learning and guided meditations to support you on your journey. 
  • Personal guidance and spiritual coaching
  • Fire ceremony graduation celebration
  • Yoga Alliance Certification upon completion of the course

The 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is also being offered in hybrid format
which includes a week-long retreat + private coaching + online coursework. Learn more

Deepen your practice. Take the first step towards your teaching certification. Start living your best life. Simply choose the class that works best for you!

Discover & Grow…

Yoga Training Techniques and Practice: In-depth study of the postures, purpose, benefits, modifications and class sequencing. Techniques include: Hatha, Vinyasa, Therapeutic Yoga, Yin, Restorative, and Chair/Limited Mobility practices. You will learn about creating a safe space, the class container, its structure, symbolism, meaning, and designing classes for specific populations. Breath Training, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction techniques and various Meditation practices are taught weekly to provide each student the opportunity to experience and learn the benefits of practice.

Anatomy and Physiology: Both physical and subtle body anatomy are taught. Anatomy basics, muscular skeletal systems, connective tissue, the nervous system, and interrelated issues of injury and imbalance. Principles of functional movement and the kinetic chain. The chakra system and the impact of energetic anatomy on the mind and body.

Teaching Methodology: Is grounded in: 1) the belief that we as yoga teachers represent living examples of the principles and practice of yoga; 2) we offer verbal, directive, energetic, or hands-on loving healing touch to help each student with their practice; and 3) we facilitate reintegration of the mind-body-spirit connection through seeing and sharing universal truths.

Philosophy and Spiritual Connection: Rooted in classical tradition (The Eight-Limbed Path, Ayurveda and Vedanta), understanding the chakras, spiritual anatomy, energy and pranayama practices.

Practicum: Practice teaching and learning the art of hands-on adjustments, observation and assists.

Integrating Yoga and Ayurveda: Ayurveda restores balance of bodily systems using diet, herbal treatment, Dinacharya practices and yogic breathing for remedial health.

Cultivating a personal practice of living yoga on and off the mat.

The business of yoga, yoga therapy and applications.

Curious about the Yoga Teacher Training? Watch our newsletter for upcoming information sessions!

200-Hour YTT Program: The Path to Joy
What You Will Learn…

  • The Yoga Model of Healing
  • The Practice Container
  • The first three steps on the ladder of yoga
  • The five basic practice components
  • The seven primary chakras
  • The 10 observances and mindfulness practices for living yoga
  • What samskaras are and how they create thought loops and habit patterns
  • How to use all the tools of yoga to cleanse and clear the mind, body and spirit
  • Sifting and sorting through facts, thoughts and feelings
  • How to create your own home practice that fits your needs and schedule
  • The basics of functional anatomy
  • Pose alignment, modifications and contraindications
  • The basics of Ayurveda and daily self-care

All of this and so much more…!

Live the teachings and Experience Your Best Self!

When & Where:

Classes will be held Wednesday evenings from 5 pm to 10 pm from October 7th thru April 28th.  No class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 3/31.

Breathe Yoga Studio, 28 South Main Street, North East, MD 

Enrollment Process:

There are no prerequisites for this course. No experience is necessary. The only requirement is an open mind and commitment to practice. This practice is taught for all levels. We meet you where you are.

Pricing Options:

  • $3,250 Standard Tuition
  • Scroll to the bottom of this page for registration links
    **Only one discount per person.

Pay in Full, Save AND Get Unlimited Free Classes October – April at Breathe Yoga Studio:

Enroll by:

8/31- $200 off (Promo Code: YTT200EB)

Special Payment Plan: Available until midnight August 31st!

Looking for a payment plan? We’ve got you covered! Pay a $550 deposit and 9 monthly payments of $300. Plus you will get 8 classes each month from the time of enrollment through April 2027. 

Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Click here to review all that is included in your 200-Hour YTT experience.

  2. Scroll to the bottom of the page.

  3. Click on Membership

  4. Select: (1) Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) Paid in Full or (2) Yoga Teacher Training Payment Plan

  5. Complete the Registration Form

  6. Apply the Promo Code during check out.

  7. That’s it – you are done, and have secured your spot in this tremendous transformational program.

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The Path to Joy: 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Please call Susan at 302-354-2964 with any questions.

 

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