200+ Hour Therapeutic Focus Yoga Teacher Training and Live Your Life Awake Yoga Study Program Details
At Yoga North International SomaYoga Institute we support a systematic approach to your yoga practice in body, mind and spirit. Our innovative curriculum and pairing of the neuromuscular re-education discipline of Somatics with the ancient wisdom of yoga is a unique blend that brings profound results with less effort in advancing even the seasoned yogi’s practice. Our goal as faculty is to provide:
thorough knowledge of postures and a comfort level in teaching and assisting postures in others
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comprehensive knowledge of yogic philosophy and ability to relate this understanding to life
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opportunities for each student to leave with a much deeper understanding of themselves
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Locations in Minnesota and Iowa
2023 Fall Sessions Held in Duluth, MN
2024 Spring Sessions Held in St. Paul, MN
2024 Fall Sessions Held In Des Moines, Iowa
Early Enrollment Specials and Payment Plans Available. Late applicants up to second class meeting date accepted
RYT 200 Hour Teacher Training Program Dates and Pricing
Yoga North SomaYoga Institute is a Registered Private Career School in Minnesota, Certified by the Office of Higher Education.
Fall 2023 Session
Held in studio at our
Duluth, MN Location
Yoga North ISYI
October 6–8, 2023
November 10–12, 2023
December 1–3, 2023
January 5–7, 2024
February 2–4, 2024
March 1–3, 2024
April 12–14, 2024
Throughout Program Training:
Weekly Online Live Class
Monday Online Mtgs 5:30-7:30 PM CT
Pricing
200+ Hour Yoga Teacher Training:
Early Enroll by August 6, 2023: $3,100 +$50 application fee
Regular Enroll after August 6, 2023: $3,400 + $50 application fee
Live Your Life Awake Path:
Early Enroll by August 6, 2023: $2,250 +$50 application fee
Regular Enroll after August 6, 2023: $2,450 + $50 application fee
Partial Scholarships Available
Spring 2024 Session
Held in Studio at our
St. Paul, MN Location
Tula Yoga & Wellness
March 15–17, 2024
April 12–14, 2024
May 17-19, 2024
June 7-9, 2024
July 19-21, 2024
August 9–11, 2024
September 6–8, 2024
Throughout Program Training:
Weekly Online Live Class
Monday Online Mtgs 5:30-7:30 PM CT
Pricing
200+ Hour Yoga Teacher Training:
Early Enroll by January 15, 2024: $3,100 +$50 application fee
Regular Enroll after January 15, 2024: $3,400 + $50 application fee
Live Your Life Awake Path:
Early Enroll by January 15, 2024: $2,250 +$50 application fee
Regular Enroll after January 15, 2024: $2,450 + $50 application fee
Partial Scholarships Available
Fall 2024 Session
Held at our
Des Moines, Iowa Location
Atha SomaYoga
October 4–6, 2024
November 1–3, 2024
December 6–8, 2024
January 3–5, 2025
January 31–February 2, 2025
February 28–March 2, 2025
April 4–6, 2025
Throughout Program Training:
Weekly Online Live Class
Monday Online Mtgs 5:30-7:30 PM CT
Pricing
200+ Hour Yoga Teacher Training:
Early Enroll by August 4, 2024: $3,100 +$50 application fee
Regular Enroll after August 4, 2024: $3,400 + $50 application fee
Live Your Life Awake Path:
Early Enroll by August 4, 2024: $2,250 +$50 application fee
Regular Enroll after August 4, 2024: $2,450 + $50 application fee
Partial Scholarships Available
Our Philosophy
We share the ancient yogic science, which provides tools and guidance to adjust your life to the true essence and evolution of your soul, allowing you the opportunity to “find your true north”.
Our philosophy and teacher training is in the Himalayan Tradition. The Himalayan Tradition is rich in the teachings of the 8-fold Ashtanga path, encouraging personal and social awakening and transformation.
All classes at Yoga North are offered in support of the awakening and transformation of each student.
What is SomaYoga Therapy
SomaYoga is a unique blending of work that includes:
Traditional Yogic Philosophy from the Himalayan Tradition
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Traditional Yogic Meditation and Training of the Mind
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Modern Systems Theory Practice and Personal Development
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Ayurveda—Yoga’s sister science
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Traditional Pranayama—working with the breath
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Classic Asana, Traditional Therapeutic Yoga and the Neuromuscular Re-Education of Somatics
200+ Hour Therapeutic Focus Program Hours
Classroom: 170 • Tele-Conference: 12 • Home Study: 48 • Student Practicum: 10
Total Hours: 240
Home study includes daily practice, reading assignments, practicum work, listening to podcasts, communication and answering directed questions on e-campus, participation in conference calls, and journaling about personal experience.
Students will be given focused homework on yoga topics as part of the program. Under the guidance of staff, students will participate in a 10 hour practicum.
200+ Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course Topics
Our 200+ Hour Therapeutic Focus Program Curriculum Includes:
SomaYoga • Therapeutic Yoga • SomaYoga approach to Hatha Postures • Hatha Leveling: Beginner, Level I and Level II • Sequencing of Postures • Props, Postures and Adjustments • Student Variance • Core Health • Introduction to Inversions • Restorative Yoga • Anatomy & Physiology • Exploring Edges • Teacher Resources • Structuring a Class • Supporting a Home Practice • The Teacher-Student Relationship • Breath & Bandhas • Prana-Vayus • Meditation • Yamas & Niyamas: Life’s Guidelines • Ashtanga: The 8-fold Path • Karma/Dharma • Chanting • The Chakra System & Nadis • Koshas: Veils of Illusion • Kleshas: Veils of Ignorance • Sadhana • The Himalayan Tradition • Foundations of Ayurveda and Samkhya • Dinacharya—Nourishing and Cleansing
I chose this TT200 program over a few others in part because of its holistic and therapeutic approach to yoga…The program not only met but also exceeded my expectations…
I deepened my understanding of the philosophy behind yoga and learned key principles to practice and teach Asana positions for better functionality and no injuries…I am grateful for this extraordinary learning opportunity.
200+ Hour Teacher Training Program Alumni
Type of Study
Study with Professional Yoga Teacher Trainers who are internationally recognized for Teacher Training and Yoga Therapy Certification
Our 200+ Hour Therapeutic Focus Program has a focus in Somatics, Therapeutic and Classic Hatha Yoga at the 200 hour level. Completion of this program results in 200 hours that can be submitted to Yoga Alliance for Yoga Alliance certification.
We also offer a Live Your Life Awake Path for those interested in a deeper study of yoga for personal development, not necessarily aiming for professional teacher training. This path is perfect for:
current 200+ hour certified teachers: earn 180 CEUs while learning SomaYoga and refreshing your certification
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students of yoga who want a more focused study
Live Your Life Awake Path has all the coursework with homework being optional.
Learn more about our Student Benefits Packages:
Yoga Teacher Training Student Benefits
Live Your Life Awake Student Benefits
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Therapeutic aspects of yoga are the foundation of what we teach
Our innovative curriculum and pairing of the neuromuscular re-education discipline of Somatics with the ancient wisdom of yoga is a unique blend that brings profound results with less effort in advancing even the seasoned yogi’s practice.
The Essential Program has a focus in Somatics, Therapeutic and Classic Hatha Yoga at the 200 hour level. Completion of this program results in 200 hours that can be submitted to Yoga Alliance for Yoga Alliance certification.
Our location for training rotates between Duluth and St. Paul every other year to accommodate students interested in traveling from other locations. Both Minnesota locations are close to International airports and on direct travel routes.
Our Yoga School Accreditations
Offering various training levels spanning from a primary 200+ hour yoga teacher training to a certified Yoga Therapist
Yoga North International SomaYoga Institute (ISYI) has been an accredited yoga school through Yoga Alliance since 2004, and was one of the first yoga therapy schools to be accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). Yoga North ISYI is also registered as a private career school in the state of Minnesota with the Office of Higher Education.
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Please call the office with questions: 218-722-YOGA or email us:
- Duluth, Minnesota studio: Susan at Info@yoganorthduluth.com
- Des Moines, Iowa studio: Pam at Pam@athasomayoga.com
- St. Paul, Minnesota studio: Ann at Ann@tulayogawellness.com
200+ Hour Teacher Training, Therapeutic Focus
Essential Program
Our Essential Program is composed of 240 hours tiered for progression in body, breath, and yogic philosophy. The program consists of intensive weekends, through out six months with outside study and practicum work.
Enroll to deepen your practice, deepen your learning, or become a skilled and nationally certified yoga instructor.
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2023 Fall Sessions Held in Duluth, MN
2024 Spring Sessions Held in St. Paul, MN
2024 Fall Sessions Held In Des Moines, Iowa
Early Enrollment Specials and Payment Plans available. Late applicants up to second class meeting date accepted.
Pricing
200+ Hour Yoga Teacher Training:
Early Enrollment: $3,000 +$50 application fee
Early Enrollment: $3,200 + $50 application fee
The experience was more profound than I could have ever imagined. Yoga North will forever hold a space in my heart for the beautiful teachings they bring to the those of us who find them.
The training was professional from top to bottom and each and every person involved was wonderful. I feel very blessed to be a part of this community
200+ Hour Teacher Training Program Alumni
Live Your Life Awake Path
Deepen Your Study for Personal Development
180 CEUs available
“Live Your Life Awake” is our affectionate phrase for those of you interested in this deeper study of yoga for personal development, not necessarily aiming for professional teacher training.
You’ll be a full participant in the 200+ hour program coursework, but the homework is optional!
Live Your Life Awake Program
180 CEUs Available
2023 Fall Sessions Held in Duluth, MN
2024 Spring Sessions Held in St. Paul, MN
2024 Fall Sessions Held In Des Moines, Iowa
Early Enrollment Specials and Payment Plans available. Late applicants up to second class meeting date accepted.
Pricing
Live Your Life Awake Path:
Early Enrollment: $2,250 +$50 application fee
Regular Enrollment: $2,450 + $50 application fee
Learn More About Yoga North ISYI's Live Your Life Awake Program
Live Your Life Awake Path (180 CEUs)
Deepen Your Study for Personal Development
“Live Your Life Awake” is our affectionate phrase for those of you interested in this deeper study of yoga for personal development, not necessarily aiming for professional teacher training. A main goal of the Yoga North faculty is to share comprehensive knowledge of Ayurvedic and yogic philosophy and the ability to relate this understanding to life. Yoga North strongly believes that the basis of growth and freedom is to know oneself, therefore our intention is for all of our students to leave with a much deeper understanding of yourself. In the “Live Your Life Awake” experience, you’ll be a full participant in the coursework, but the homework is optional!
This path is perfect for:
current 200+ hour certified teachers: earn 180 CEUs while learning SomaYoga and refreshing your certification
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students of yoga who want a more focused study
Many students join our Teacher Training in order to live their own lives more awake, and steeped in the yogic wisdom we will share. Some finish and do end up teaching SomaYoga after all, but the experience of personal enrichment in this close-knit collective with the support of mentors and experienced instructors is not wasted, no matter where your journey takes you.
Live Your Life Awake Path (180 CEUs) Investment:
Regular Enrollment: $2,450 plus $50 application fee
My biggest change has been in how I perceive myself and my abilities. I went into this to better manage my emotions, practice postures, and integrate yoga practice into my life, I came out of this recognizing that loving all of myself is a practice of freedom. Thank you!
Program Alumni