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RYS 200

Yoga Alliance

Certification

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Yoga Alliance Standards form the foundation of each credential and establish the ethical and educational framework for yoga providers globally. Credentials are granted to individuals and schools that meet these Standards and adhere to the Ethical Commitment.

Duration

150-200 hours

Cost

Application Fee: One-time fee of $400 Annual Membership Fee: $240 per credentialShow moreShow less

Format

Online

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Program Details

Detailed information about this program

New standards underlying the RYS 200 credential took effect for newly registered schools starting February 27, 2020. The new standards condensed the Educational Categories (detailed below) from five to four, creating a “common core” curriculum that ensures a shared understanding of foundational yoga concepts amongst all RYS 200s while still providing flexibility for each RYS to honor tradition. The four Educational Categories include: - Techniques, Training, and Practice; - Anatomy and Physiology; - Yoga Humanities (formerly Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, & Ethics); and - Professional Essentials (includes merged Educational Categories of Teaching Methodology and Practicum).

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Teach foundational asana, pranayama, and meditation practices safely and effectively
  • Apply shared anatomical and physiological principles, including alignment, contraindications, and mind‑body connections, in yoga instruction
  • Integrate yoga humanities knowledge into teaching
  • Design and sequence complete yoga classes
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors39-9031.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Group fitness routines — plan and lead independently with appropriate music and multi-muscle movement sequences tailored to the capabilities of a regular class roster.
  • Participant progress — monitor across multiple sessions and make straightforward program adjustments to keep clients on track in a commercial fitness center.
  • Corrective technique feedback — deliver clearly and constructively to participants during live group or personal training sessions with minimal supervisory oversight.
  • Fitness modifications and alternatives — offer in real time during classes to accommodate participants ranging from beginner to intermediate ability levels.
  • Individual fitness assessments — conduct using standard evaluation protocols to identify physical conditions and design suitable training programs for new clients.
  • Training equipment use — teach and demonstrate safe operation of gym machines, free weights, and cardio tools to clients across a variety of scheduled sessions.
  • Safety regulations and emergency procedures — apply and reinforce consistently during recreational and exercise programming at a mid-size fitness facility.
  • Client communication — manage through email and instant messaging platforms to schedule sessions, share progress updates, and respond to participant inquiries.
  • Psychological motivation techniques — apply basic principles of positive reinforcement and goal-setting to support client adherence in ongoing personal training relationships.
  • Time management across class schedules — coordinate preparation, instruction, and post-session documentation efficiently within a structured shift at a fitness studio.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
95%
Placement Rate
86%