RYS 200
Yoga Alliance
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
Credits
Not specified
Cost
Application Fee: One-time fee of $400 Annual Membership Fee: $240 per credential
Format
Online
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeApply anatomical and biomechanical principles to yoga asana practice to ensure safe and effective alignment for diverse students.Developing
- Hands-onDemonstrate foundational yoga postures, pranayama techniques, and meditation practices with proper form and breath integration.Developing
- KnowledgePrepare sequenced yoga class plans appropriate for beginner to intermediate students incorporating principles of safe progression and thematic coherence.Developing
- Hands-onPerform instructional cuing and demonstration techniques using clear verbal, visual, and tactile guidance during yoga classes.Developing
- MindsetEngage students with inclusive and respectful teaching approaches honoring diverse backgrounds, bodies, and experience levels.Developing
- MindsetUphold ethical standards and professional boundaries in yoga teaching in accordance with Yoga Alliance's Ethical Commitment and scope of practice.Developing
- Hands-onExecute adjustment and assist techniques with student consent and awareness of safety considerations.Developing
- KnowledgeExplain foundational yoga philosophy and history including the eight limbs of yoga and key yogic texts.Emerging
- KnowledgeIdentify contraindications and modifications for common health conditions when teaching yoga to students with varying abilities and limitations.Emerging
- KnowledgeDiscuss teaching methodologies and observation skills for assessing student needs and providing appropriate feedback.Emerging
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
Occupations this program prepares you for
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).
What you need to earn this credential
No requirements listed.
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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