Virtual or In-Studio Training Option
Next Training Begins April 27th, 2024!
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed or are currently enrolled in Be The Change Yoga’s 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 9-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program.
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100% Online Option
We are excited to announce a virtual training option for students living outside Orange County, CA.
Flexible Schedule
Classes meet 1-2 weekends per month for 15 total weekends over 9 months.
Payment Plan
Monthly autopay includes Be The Change studio membership (in-person as well as virtual studio).
Mentorship
Develop supportive relationships with our upper-level yoga therapist training students.
Faculty
All 300hr faculty members are yoga therapists with varying credentials, backgrounds and skill sets.
Integrative Health
Our program is rooted in the philosophical foundations of the yoga sutras, coupled with a modern public health perspective.
Foundations of Yoga Therapy / Advanced Teacher Training
Be The Change is the only studio in Orange County offering a 300 hour Teacher Training Program that focuses on adapting yogic practices for specific populations and students with specific health conditions. This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a healing modality. Upon completing this 300 hour training, graduates will receive the certification RYT500; which can be registered with Yoga Alliance. This 300 hour training also comprises Level 1 of our 835 hour Professional Yoga Therapist Training Program; which consists of 535 additional hours on top of the 300 hour certification. Program graduates can apply these hours and tuition toward their Yoga Therapist Certification.
The yoga therapy component within our 300hr Teacher Training Program courses, classes, instructions, and materials is derived from the Educational Standards of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and is not derived from any status granted by the Yoga Alliance Registry.
List of all 300hr Classes
Yoga Teachers are welcome to enroll in one class at a time or take the entire training.
Enroll in the entire training and receive 9 Months of Unlimited Yoga Membership
All teacher training students receive a complimentary yoga membership while enrolled in our training programs.
Program Structure
This 300 hour training is registered with Yoga Alliance and is made up of 15 weekends, taken over a 9 month period, as well as asynchronous course content. Our program consists of four courses: Yoga Therapy Tools and Therapeutic Skills, Philosophical Foundations of Yoga Therapy, Yoga Therapy Foundations for the Physical Body and Yoga Therapy Foundations for the Subtle Bodies. To receive the RYT500 Certification participants must complete all the necessary hours within a 2-year period, as well as all required assignments.
RYT500 Certification: Please fill out an application between October – April (click here for the application). If admitted into the program, trainee must be enrolled in auto-pay program and take all courses in sequential order.
Becoming a Yoga Therapist: Together, the courses in our 300hr program comprise Course #1 Principles of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy within our Yoga Therapist Training Program. Once the prerequisite courses are satisfied, trainees can enroll in Courses #2-4 to complete the 835 hour training.
Course 1: Yoga Therapy Tools and Therapeutic Skills
This course provides the foundational principles for building a therapeutic relationship. Trainees will be introduced to the principles to work with clients one-on-one; which include primary yoga therapy assessment models to identify imbalance, as well as the skillful application of tools to assist their clients in achieving their goals and moving towards optimal health.
Subjects within this course include:
- Yoga Therapy Foundations, Practice and Public Health
- Basic Principles of a Therapeutic Relationship
- Proprioception and Ethical Use of Touch
- Application of Basic Principles of a Therapeutic Relationship
Course 2: Philosophical Foundations for Yoga Therapy
Yoga is a linage-based system. These teachings have been passed down for thousands of years from teacher to student. As Yoga and Yoga Therapy continue to evolve well into the 21st Century, it is of paramount importance to understand and maintain the essence of Yoga. In order to do this, we must study the source text of Yoga; which is the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Our trainees will gain correct knowledge of the systems of Yoga, Sankhya and Ayurveda as comprehensive and complimentary paths of personal transformation. This course outlines the myriad of tools and correct application of tools, available in our Yoga Therapy tool belt, as well as the methodology to positively change mind, body, relationships and every aspect of life.
Subjects within this course include:
- Yoga Sutras Tools for Yoga Therapy
- Ayurveda Framework for Health and Disease
- Bhagavad Gita for Yoga Therapy
Course 3: Yoga Therapy Foundations for the Physical Body
This course addresses musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, investigating kinesiology and biomechanics. Students will look at normal and dysfunctional movement, common imbalances in the body, how to analyze and assess these common imbalances that contribute to structural misalignment and potential injury and pain. Students will become practiced in postural analysis, structural assessment, and gait analysis. Students will become familiar with alignment and muscle function, as well as how to design and apply yoga practices to promote healthy structure and function.
Subjects within this course include:
- Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga Therapy
- Biomechanics and Movement for Yoga Therapy
- Principles and Skills of Teaching Methodology
- Foundations of Asana for Yoga Therapy
- Tools and Techniques for Teaching Students with Injuries
- Common Pathologies of the Human Systems
Course 4: Yoga Therapy Foundations for the Subtle Bodies
This course provides Yoga perspectives on the structure, state, functioning and conditions of the mind, as well as Western scientific perspectives on the mind with a specific emphasis on positive psychology and neuroplasticity. Trainees will gain knowledge of the interactions of the body, breath, mind, intellect and emotions in health and wellbeing. In addition, trainees will learn to assess imbalance in the subtle bodies (pranamaya, manomaya and vijnanamaya layers), as well as how to skillfully apply specific Yoga tools to improve mental / emotional / energetic health and relationships.
Subjects within this course include:
- Integration of Psychosocial Emotional Components for Yoga Therapy
- Principles of Pranayama for Yoga Therapy
- Foundations of Meditation for Yoga Therapy
- Mantras, Guided Meditation and Mudras for Yoga Therapy
- Developing a Trauma Informed Lens for Yoga Therapy
- Psychology of Healthy Relationships
Have a Question?
*To apply for the 300-hour training, please complete the application form between October and April and then fill out the contact form to confirm. Once accepted into the program, please pay the $550 registration fee to confirm your place in the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I Start?
For trainees pursuing an RYT500 Certification; start by filling out an application between October – March (click here for the application). After completing the application, please email Katie@bethechangeyoga.com to confirm that we have received your application. We will schedule a phone call or meeting to determine if the applicant and the program are the right fit. If admitted into the program, trainee will begin all courses in February.
How does this fit in with the 850hr Yoga Therapist Training?
The four courses listed above comprise Course #1 Principles of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy within our Yoga Therapist Training Program. Once the prerequisites are satisfied, trainees can enroll in Courses #2-4 to complete the 835 hour training. Click for more Info…
Tuition
300hr YTT Training tuition is $4750
Tuition includes 9 months of unlimited yoga at Be The Change.
We offer 12 or 36-month auto-pay plans through Affirm: Buy Now and Pay Later.
Please fill out an application first. We will review your application and then contact you. Upon acceptance, you can pay the registration fee.
- Registration fee: $550 – to confirm your place in the program
- Pay In Full – Early Bird by March 27th, 2024 = $4400
- Pay In Full – After March 27th, 2024 = $4500
- 9 Month Payment Plan – $455.56 per month = $4650
- 12 or 36 Month Payment Plan through Affirm = $4750
Refund Policy
What if I want to join mid-year?
If you’re just finding out about the program between May – December, you can take any of our Independent Studies Classes at the a la carte rate and then enroll in the whole 300hr program the following February.
We can subtract the tuition paid towards the Independent Studies classes from the total 300hr tuition when trainee enrolls in the full program in February. The remaining balance can be paid via autopay for the following year.
The following classes are year long courses, so if you missed the registration date, you will wait until the following year:
- Yoga Therapy Foundations, Practice and Public Health
- Application of Basic Principles of a Therapeutic Relationship
- Principles and Skills of Teaching Methodology
- Integration of Psychosocial Emotional Components for Yoga Therapy
As far as the Yoga Sutras course, if you missed the first classes on Chapter 1, you can jump in with the current group to Chapter 2 and take Chapter 1 the following year.
If you do not wish to complete all courses for the RYT500 certification, there are individual courses you can take throughout the year. Please visit the Independent Studies page for more information.
Please contact Katie@bethechangeyoga.com with any questions.
Who do I contact for more information?
Please reach out to our Program Director, Katie Allen. She will be happy to answer any questions. You can reach her: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com
If you are interested in expanding your education with us, we recommend you practicing at the studio to get a feel for our methodology and culture. Please take Allison’s and Katie’s classes and make a point to introduce yourself after the class.
How do I apply?
Please click here to access our on-line application
After submitting your application, please reach out to Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly to confirm receipt of your application.