new format!

yoga immersion plus Himalayan Institute 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certification

starts january 2025

Inherit the Wisdom of a Living Tradition
The Himalayan Institute's 200-hour teacher training course has been enhanced to provide a more flexible learning experience, now available in two distinct parts: part one, an immersion and part twO, teacher certification.

This modification caters to individuals who are passionate about deepening their knowledge of yoga but may not necessarily aspire to become yoga instructors. By offering this two-part approach, we can accommodate a broader range of interests and aspirations.

In collaboration with the Himalayan Institute, Moondog Yoga Studio presents a comprehensive and in-depth program that draws from over 50 years of teaching excellence. This unique partnership ensures that you receive a well-rounded and authentic education in the classical teachings of yoga and meditation.

When you embark on the journey of the Himalayan Institute's 200-hour teacher training course, you're not merely preparing to become a yoga teacher. Instead, you are immersing yourself in one of the world's most comprehensive teacher training programs. You'll have the privilege of learning from dedicated, experienced instructors who represent the unbroken lineage of the Himalayan Tradition, a testament to the course's commitment to authenticity and tradition.

This program invites you to join a community of like-minded individuals; all united in their pursuit of a deeper understanding of the yoga tradition. By enrolling, you'll have the opportunity to expand and enrich your personal yoga practice. Whether you aspire to become a yoga teacher or simply wish to explore the profound wisdom of yoga, the Himalayan Institute's 200-hour teacher training course is your gateway to discovering your full potential within the yogic tradition.

course content overview

What You’ll Learn

ASANA, BREATHING, RELAXATION, AND MEDITATION PRACTICE

A strong personal practice will inform and develop your teaching. You will participate in full practices consisting of yoga asana, yogic breathing, systematic relaxation, seated breath awareness and meditation to help you to further develop and deepen your own personal practice, and to directly experience and apply the concepts you are learning to yourself.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

Learn the basics of anatomy and physiology concepts in order to have an understanding of how the human body works in relation to the practice of yoga. These sessions will include engaging experiential work.

TEACHING METHODS

Using our time-tested systematic approach to teaching, you will learn how to teach safely, clearly, and effectively by working with practice teaching in small groups. This unique approach will provide a supportive blueprint for instructing and sequencing so that you can complete the training program with the tools and confidence you will need to begin teaching immediately.

DIAPHRAGMATIC BREATH TRAINING AND PRANAYAMA

Develop your own personal relationship with breathing using an understanding of respiratory anatomy and physiology as a foundation for experiencing the immense transformative power of the breath. You will discover how specific breath training practices help to strengthen the diaphragm, balance the nervous system, and serve as an important foundation for pranayama practice. Experience how optimal yogic breathing supports overall health, well-being, and spiritual unfoldment.

SYSTEMATIC RELAXATION TECHNIQUES

Relaxation exercises form the bridge between hatha yoga and meditation practices. Discover how these practices help the mind and body assimilate the benefits of yoga postures while relieving stress, balancing the nervous system, and increasing subtle awareness.

MEDITATION TECHNIQUES

Discover the essentials of yogic meditation, including how to establish a comfortable and stable sitting posture and the role of breathing in meditation practice. You will also experience a simple, practical process of specific techniques designed to help the mind focus and become more inward.

SUBTLE BODY ANATOMY

Experience the power of prana—your own vital life force—in practice, and how to deepen your own awareness and experience of this potent healing force. Learn about the importance of subtle body anatomy, including chakras, and how to apply this knowledge to your own practice and teaching in a practical and grounded way.

YOGA PHILOSOPHY

A solid understanding of yoga philosophy will expand and deepen the experience of asana and infuse inspiration and meaning into your practice and teaching. Familiarize yourself with the core concepts of key foundational yogic texts: Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra and The Bhagavad Gita. Learn how these ancient texts are now more relevant to modern life and teaching than ever.

SANSKRIT

Enhance your credibility as a yoga teacher by skillfully incorporating Sanskrit into your teaching. Learn fundamental principles of the Sanskrit language, asana names, key yoga terms, as well as traditional prayers and chants to apply in your own practice.

AYURVEDA: DIET AND LIFESTYLE

A foundational understanding and practice of the science of ayurveda will compliment and empower your yoga practice and teaching. Discover the essential foundational concepts of ayurveda, including how to implement specific diet and lifestyle practices to support seasonal and life changes as well as to pacify imbalance.

ASSIGNMENTS

assignments will be given throughout the course of training in order to support and enhance the knowledge and teaching methods covered. all work must be completed prior to receiving certification.

immersion

2025 in-person dates

january 18, 2025 - january 19, 2025

february 15, 2025 - february 16, 2025

march 15, 2025 - march 16, 2025

april 12, 2025 - april 13, 2025

may 17, 2025 - may 18, 2025

two additional in-studio classes a month are required. we meet Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm with an hour for lunch.

The total program cost is $1200 which includes your non-refundable deposit of $108.

save $150 if registered by 1/5/25

includes unlimited membership and it’s benefits. membership begins on date of acceptance into the program and expires on the last day of training.

Payment plan available through Moondog Yoga

Any questions? Contact us at info@moondogyoga.com.

certification

2025 in-person dates

june 7, 2025- june 8, 2025

september 20, 2025-september 21, 2025

October 25, 2025-october 26, 2026

November 22, 2025-november 23, 2025

December 13, 2025-december 14, 2025

two additional in-studio classes a month are required. we meet Saturdays and Sundays, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm with an hour for lunch.

The total program cost is $1800.

save $150 if registered by 8/15/25

includes unlimited membership and its benefits. membership begins on date of acceptance into the program and expires on the last day of training.

Payment plan available through Moondog Yoga

Any questions? Contact us at info@moondogyoga.com.

Participants who complete the program receive Yoga Teacher Certification from the Himalayan Institute Teachers Association (HITA) and are also eligible to apply for the 200-hour level of registration (RYT) with Yoga Alliance. Certification requirements include full attendance in the training intensive, required reading, knowledge assessments, and two written assignments to be completed after the training intensive: a 30-day meditation journal and a teaching self-evaluation of 12 hours taught.  Most participants complete their certification requirements in six months to one year. All participants must complete certification requirements within two years in order to receive certification.

call 267-374-4046 or email info@moondogyoga.com to schedule a free, one on one information session with june, studio owner and primary ytt instructor.

this training is in person. we believe that inspired teaching comes from your personal practice. whether you take this to teach or for yourself, the philosophy and techniques are best distilled over a period of time.