6-month 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training
/6-Month Yoga Teacher Training Program
Yoga Alliance-Certified 240-Hour
Yoga Teacher Training & Advanced Yoga Studies
Looking for a more accelerated path to certification without sacrificing depth? Our six-month program is an immersive journey that meets 1 or 2 weekends per month offering a steady pace that fits into busy lives.
Enjoy the same dynamic curriculum and expert instruction as all Green Lotus trainings plus the flexibility to balance work, family, and personal growth within a nurturing sangha.
Program Overview
Join a small, dedicated cohort for a steady rhythm of training sessions designed to fit your life while deepening your practice.
Immerse yourself in a supportive environment of study, connection, and growth.
Experience Green Lotus’s original, time-tested curriculum refined since 2008 by expert faculty.
Graduate equipped to teach multiple styles and levels—or to transform your personal journey through yoga.
Who Should Attend
Aspiring teachers ready to find their authentic voice
Dedicated practitioners seeking depth, transformation, and community
Register early and save $200
Three Modules of the 6-Month Program
2026 Schedule
Location: Lakeville
Orientation: Tuesday, December 16, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Module One – Foundation
January 23 - 25 | February 13 - 15 | February 27 - March 1
Yoga History, philosophy, and lifestyle
Pranayama techniques for breath mastery
Meditation practices to deepen awareness
Module Two – The Asanas
March 13 - 15 | March 27 - 29 | April 10 - 12
Alignment, safe movement patterns, and benefits of basic and advanced asana (yoga poses)
Anatomy essentials (physical and energetic)
How to read bodies
Verbal and hands-on adjustment skills
Module Three – The Teacher
May 1 - 3 | May 29 - 31 | June 26 - 28
Building respectful, inclusive class communities
Sequencing balanced, inspiring classes
Ethics, working in the yoga landscape, studio-ownership essentials, and business tools
Practice teaching in a supportive environment
Training Hours:
Fridays: 6 - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sundays: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
I did a lot of research before selecting a teacher training program because I wanted to make sure I was left in a position to succeed. This program exceeded my expectations in every way. The curriculum covered more than I had anticipated, the teachers were experienced, knowledgeable, and supportive, and the community is one-of-a-kind. The wide array of teachers allowed me to absorb information from many diverse viewpoints. The teachers instructed us in the areas that they were most knowledgeable and passionate about. I recommend this program very highly.
~ Justin, 2021 6-month program graduate
Personalized Support & Community
Assigned senior-faculty mentor for guidance and feedback
Small-group setting fosters lasting bonds with peers and instructors
Detailed training manual for years of ongoing reference
Certification
180 contact hours + 60 non-contact hours = 240 total hours
Meets Yoga Alliance 200-hour RYT requirements
Licensed by the State of Minnesota Higher Education
200-Hour Teacher Training Faculty
Would you like to discuss our training with a senior faculty member?
Pricing and Payment Options
A $300 deposit secures your spot.
Save $200 - pay in full 30 days before the first day of training
What’s Included
240 hours of training (180 contact + 60 non-contact)
20% retail and 10% book discounts during training
10% off post-grad CEU classes
16 free Green Lotus classes plus exclusive discount on unlimited yoga membership
400-page training manual
Access to 100+ training videos
CPR certification
Payment Options*
Early -bird discount: pay in full 30 days before training starts, $3100
Pay in full, $3300
Automatic monthly payments: $300 deposit plus $500 per month for 6 months
*Required books (outside the manual) are extra. Training may qualify for state-funded worker-retraining programs - contact the Minnesota Department of Human Services or a state unemployment office for assistance. Prices are for cash/check/ACH; an additional 3% fee added for credit card payments.
Required Books and Materials
Yoga and the Quest for the True Self by Stephen Cope
The Best Guide to Meditation by Victor N. Davich
The Yoga Anatomy Coloring Book by Kelly Solloway and Samantha Stutzman
Devotion by Dani Shapiro
Our Vision
Green Lotus welcomes both dedicated practitioners and aspiring teachers into a supportive, small‐group environment.
Personalized Mentorship
Small cohorts ensure close bonds with peers and faculty
Each student is paired with a senior instructor as a personal adviser
Accessible, Authentic Curriculum
Original content crafted for every learning style—reading, hands-on practice, or video review
A comprehensive training manual you’ll reference for years
Graduates leave ready to teach multiple yoga styles at any level
Transformation Through Self-Inquiry
We guide you toward personal growth, encouraging reflection and discovery that spark lasting change.
Flexible Formats, Same Exceptional Training
Choose the schedule that fits your life. We have 9-month, 6-month, and summer immersion formats.