RYT 500-hour Yoga Certification
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RYT 500 Certification Course
Begins September 21, 2024.
Graduation on June 21, 2025
Online and In-person Options Available
Advance your practice by achieving the RYT 500 certification.
The 500-hour advanced yoga teacher training will include training on a more advanced level: advanced asanas, pranayamas, mudras, bandhas, and meditation practices. We will cover how to safely advance yourself in all of the areas mentioned and how to teach them safely to your students.
This course is open to students who have already earned the RYT 200 certification.
The 300-hour additional training for the RYT 500 certification will focus on the therapeutic aspects of yoga for the population with special issues which affect the body, mind, and spirit. For example, scoliosis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more—as well as the yoga practices that help depression, anxiety, etc. We will cover anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology in more depth. We also venture deeper into the path of self-discovery with the Yamas and Niyamas, Sutras of Patanjali, and other sacred texts.
The Modular Approach
The 500-hour yoga teacher training is divided into two modules. These modules may be taken back-to-back or when it is convenient to you, and they can be taken in any order; module 2 can be completed before module 1. Upon completion of both the modules, you will be eligible to raise your credential to RYT 500.
Module 1: Physical Body
Module 1 focuses on the physical body and all the ways that yoga can help with the physical body (annamaya kosha).
Module 2: Emotion, Mind, and Intellect (Subtle Body)
In Module 2, we discover how the more subtle practices of pranayama, deep relaxation, and meditations help the subtle body (pranamaya kosha), the emotions and mind (manomaya kosha), and the discerning mind, or intellect (vignanamaya kosha).
Module 1 and Module 2 can be taken in any order.
The RYT 500 certification is awarded when both modules are completed.
Prerequisites
The 200-hour yoga teacher certification is a prerequisite for this course.
I was nervous about taking this course but what I found was a group of people with like-minded energy that I could share ideas with. I learned so much and grew a lot in the process!
— Alyssa K.
Upcoming Course Schedule
Below are the scheduled 300-hour yoga teacher training classes. You can register to join a cohort by following the links below.
Fall 2024
RYT 500 MODULE 1:
HEALING YOGA PRACTICES FOR THE PHYSICAL BODY
Begins September 21, 2024 and ends June 21, 2025.
Meets Saturday and Sunday on every third weekend of the month.
Fall 2025
RYT 500 MODULE 2:
HEALING YOGA PRACTICES FOR THE SUBTLE BODY
Begins September 20, 2025 and ends June 20, 2026.
Meets Saturday and Sunday on every third weekend of the month.
Module 2 can be completed before module 1 in this series.
The RYT 500 certification is awarded when both modules are completed.
~~~ PLEASE NOTE ~~~
500-hour Module 1 and 2 don’t have to be done in order.
(You can do Module 2 first and Module 1 second.)
Meet Our Trainers
Students in our yoga teacher training courses benefit from a wide range of perspectives and areas of expertise from their instructors. Below you can get to know some of the people you’ll be learning from.
“From the first day to the day of graduation, I grew, I was stretched, I was cherished as a being of the universe. I learned what yoga REALLY is from Debbie as she guided us all on the paths we were meant to follow. My view of the world–and my life and how I live it–has changed dramatically. I can’t say enough how grateful I am for this program, for Debbie, and for all the wonderful teachers she brought in for us to learn from. ”
— Beth
Academic Standards
There are a number of factors that go into making a quality yoga program: academic curriculum, instructor experience, and attention to student success—just to name a few! As a student, you’ll learn from dedicated instructors who have decades of experience. In addition, Heal Me Yoga Institute has had its RYT 500 curriculum reviewed and approved by Yoga Alliance. As such, you’ll be able to go with confidence knowing that your program has met the academic standards of a registered yoga school.
For More Info about Yoga Alliance, visit yogaalliance.org.
Distance Learning
We want our students to both get the most out of their development experience while also taking the precautions that they feel they need to be safe in uncertain times. For this reason, we’ll be holding in-person classes, but also live broadcasting each class for students who want to study and attend remotely. This remote learning option will also give students outside of our geographical area the flexibility to study, meet with us and contribute to our class where that would not have been an option. If you’re interested in distance learning, just indicate on your course application. We’ll follow up with you to give you all of the information once your registration is complete.
Monthly Tuition Payment Option
The RYT 500 certification is an investment in yourself and your career. We’ve made this easier by providing the option to distribute tuition payments over the duration of the course. This option moves the full tuition cost to a more affordable $200/month during each module. For more information, just indicate your payment preference during registration and we’ll follow up once we receive your completed application form.
If you have further questions about the monthly tuition payment option, please email healmeyoga@gmail.com. We’ll be happy to help!
Tuition Assistance for Military Spouses
Heal Me Institute is a registered MyCAA program. Military spouses can do yoga teacher training and have the military pay for it. To learn more about this program, called MyCAA, please visit the link below:
If you have further questions, please email healmeyoga@gmail.com. We’ll be happy to help you to get what you’re looking for!
For More Information
For more information about teacher training courses, tuition, or how to enroll, please contact us at healmeyoga@gmail.com.
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