300 HOUR ADVANCED TEACHER TRAINING

An advanced training for yoga teachers ready to refine their craft, deepen their understanding of yoga, and build a sustainable, successful, values-driven career in yoga.

APRIL 2027 - JANUARY 2028

Yoga is not just something we teach, it is something we live. This training was designed to help you deepen your wisdom, refine your craft, and lead with integrity.

This 300 hour advanced teacher training invites experienced teachers to move beyond collecting knowledge and into deeper integration. Here, philosophy becomes a lived practice, anatomy becomes a tool for skillful teaching, and entrepreneurship becomes an opportunity to build a career aligned with your values.

Over the course of 10 months, you’ll explore:

How do I continue evolving as both a teacher and a student?
How do I build a successful business without losing the heart of yoga?
How do I teach from lived experience rather than borrowed language?
How do I embody yogic ethics in the way I teach, lead, and serve?

Embodied Practice, not Performative Teaching.

Program Dates & Schedule

April 2027 – January 2028

A hybrid learning experience designed for deep study, practice, and integration. Students will participate in 10 monthly in-person weekend intensives at Nectar Yoga & Fitness, a mix of two live & online sessions each month, and monthly integration sessions to support mentorship, reflection, and continued growth throughout the program.

Weekend Intensives

Friday: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

  • Weekend 1 — April 2–4, 2027

  • Weekend 2 — May 1–2, 2027

  • Weekend 3 — June 11–13, 2027

  • Weekend 4 — July 9–11, 2027

  • Weekend 5 — August 6–8, 2027

  • Weekend 6 — September 10–12, 2027

  • Weekend 7 — October 1–3, 2027

  • Weekend 8 — November 5–7, 2027

  • Weekend 9 — December 3–5, 2027

  • Weekend 10 — January 7–9, 2028

Live & Online Sessions

Wednesdays | 6:00 PM–9:00 PM

  • April 7 & 21

  • May 5 & 19

  • June 9 & 23

  • July 7 & 21

  • August 4 & 18

  • September 8 & 22

  • October 6 & 20

  • November 3 & 17

  • December 1 & 15

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The Pathways of Study

Philosophy & Wisdom Teachings

  • Bhagavad Gītā

  • Yoga Sūtras

  • Upaniṣads

  • Darśanas (Schools of Indian Philosophy)

  • History of Yoga

  • Hinduism & Yoga

  • Gods, Goddesses & Archetypes

  • Dualism & Non-Dualism

  • Yoga Ethics (Yamas & Niyamas)

  • Lineages & Influential Teachers

  • Mārgas

  • Svādhyāya: Self-Study, Awareness & Understanding Our Social Position

  • Establishing a personal sādhanā

Ethical Entrepreneurship

  • Exploring your core values, vision & purpose

  • Values-driven decision making

  • Signature offering development

  • Business planning & strategy

  • Anti-oppressive business practices

  • Financial literacy, bookkeeping & understanding your numbers

  • Setting rates, pricing & advocating for fair compensation

  • Building sustainable offerings and community-centered programs

  • Workshops, retreats & event development

  • Visual branding, brand identity & professional headshots

  • Website creation & Canva fundamentals

  • Advocacy, leadership & creating impact within your community

Skillful Teaching & Facilitation

  • Cueing & language

  • Progressive sequencing

  • Primary & secondary theming

  • Hands-on assists

  • Asana labs

  • Modifications & accessibility

  • Voice & facilitation skills

  • Feedback methodology

  • Practice teaching

  • Beginner series design

  • Private yoga instruction

  • Intelligent use of props

  • Advanced posture breakdowns

Anatomy & Human Movement

  • Understanding human movement systems

  • Joint actions, planes of movement & anatomical language

  • Functional anatomy and biomechanics of asana

  • Core and breath mechanics

  • Mobility, flexibility & creating sustainable movement patterns

  • Functional movement principles and mobilization practices

  • Injury prevention and skillful adaptation

  • Applying anatomy knowledge to more effective teaching.

Subtle Practices

  • Prāṇāyāma

  • Meditation

  • Mudrās

  • Bandhas

  • Mantra & Sanskrit recitation

  • Chakras

  • Koshas

  • Yoga Nidrā

  • Ayurveda

Specialized Modalities

  • Yin Yoga

  • Nidra

  • Chair & Adaptive Yoga

  • Iyengar-inspired yoga & props

  • Prenatal considerations

  • Tantra Yoga

  • Inversions & arm balances

  • Ayurveda

The Core Four

Yoga is not simply something we study, it’s something we strive to live. Our curriculum is grounded in four guiding principles that shape every aspect of the training, from philosophy and practice to mentorship, teaching, and business. Together, they create a rigorous, reflective, and deeply embodied approach to yoga education.

These principles guide not only what we teach, but how we teach, lead, build community, and show up in the world.

  • We strive to live Yoga, not just teach it.

  • Knowledge becomes wisdom when it's put into practice.

  • We practice ethical leadership, accessible teaching, courageous advocacy, and values-driven decision-making.

  • Creating teaching practices and businesses that nourish both ourselves and our communities.

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YOUR TEACHERS

  • Stephanie G. (she/her)

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Co-Director, Ayurveda, Philosophy, Mantra, Mudras

  • Nya B. (she/her)

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Co-Director, Sequencing, Ethical Entrepreneurship, Yin

  • Vikram S. (he/him)

    Goa, India

    Philosophy, Lifestyle & Ethics

  • Deepali P. (she/her)

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Philosophy, Dhyana, Mantra

  • Matt P. (he/him)

    Los Angeles, California

    Core Mechanics, Anatomy

  • Cassandra F. (she/her)

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Tantra, Teaching Privates, Philosophy, Hands on Assisting

  • Jennifer K. (she/her)

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Ethical Entrepreneurship, Brand Development, Teaching Yoga Foundations

  • Natasha F. (she/her)

    Toronto, Canada

    Philosophy, Nidra, Pranayama

Who this Program is For?

This program is for YOU!

This program is for teachers who:

  • Have successfully completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training.

  • Are committed to continued learning, self-reflection, and personal growth.

  • Are ready to engage with yoga beyond technique and explore philosophy, ethics, embodiment, and application.

  • Align with our core values.

  • Are able to commit to the time, energy, and participation required for this immersive program.

  • Are prepared to engage in community learning, receive feedback, and support their fellow students throughout the journey.

Program Requirements

Attend Training Sessions

  • Attend a minimum of 9 out of 10 in-person weekend intensives

  • Attend a minimum of 9 in-person Wednesday sessions.

  • Participate in monthly integration sessions and mentorship opportunities.

Teaching Experience & Practicum

Students will gain real-life teaching experience through:

  • Auditing 5 yoga classes at Nectar Yoga and reflecting on teaching methodology, sequencing, and facilitation.

  • Assisting 5 yoga classes with experienced faculty members to develop observation skills, hands-on support, and classroom leadership.

  • Teaching 3 community classes open to the public (students will be compensated for these teaching opportunities).

  • Participating in peer teaching, feedback circles, and supervised practicum experiences throughout the program.

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INVESTMENT

This 300-hour advanced teacher training is a significant investment of both time and resources. We have intentionally created a high-quality, in-depth program that reflects the depth of yoga, the expertise of our faculty, and the level of mentorship and support we believe teachers deserve.

To reserve your spot, a $500 deposit is required. The remaining balance can be paid through a flexible monthly payment plan.

$4200

EARLY BIRD RATE

This rate is available until November 1st, 2026.

We are intentionally keeping this cohort small with only 18 spots available to preserve the depth of learning, mentorship, and community connection that this training is designed to offer.

We believe yoga education should be accessible, which is why we are offering 5 community-rate spots for students experiencing financial hardship and/or those from equity-deserving communities.

Simply indicate in your application that you’re interested applying for the community rate.

$4700

REGULAR RATE

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Program Perks

Your 300-hour journey extends beyond the classroom. Along with deep study, mentorship, and community connection, students receive additional resources to support their growth as teachers, practitioners, and leaders.

Included With Your Tuition:

Unlimited Nectar Yoga Membership
Receive a full Nectar Yoga membership throughout the program (April 2027–January 2028) to support your practice and immerse yourself in the community.

Professional Brand Photo Shoot
Receive professional headshots and yoga photos to support your teaching, website, and personal brand.

Logo & Brand Development
Work with a graphic designer to develop or refine your visual identity and create a brand that reflects your unique offerings.

Monthly 1:1 Mentorship
Receive personalized mentorship throughout the program with space for feedback, reflection, teaching support, and professional growth.

20-Hour Core Curriculum Movement Method Online Workshop
Deepen your understanding of functional anatomy, biomechanics, and intelligent movement through an additional online workshop focused on the mechanics of the core.

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Our Approach to Yoga Alliance

Our 200 hour teacher training is currently registered with Yoga Alliance, and we have submitted our 300 hour teacher training for RYS 300 registration and are currently awaiting their review.

We value the recognition and external standards that Yoga Alliance provides, but our commitment to the quality of this program extends beyond any credential. This training was designed with a deep commitment to embodiment, sustainability, belonging, and integration and to developing teachers who can think critically, teach skillfully, and live the practice beyond the classroom.

Our 300-hour curriculum meets and, in many areas, goes beyond the minimum standards established by Yoga Alliance. We have intentionally created a comprehensive and rigorous program that includes advanced anatomy, philosophy, sequencing, teaching methodology, practice teaching, mentorship, accessibility, business and professional development, and the integration of yoga as a lived practice.

This training will move forward as planned regardless of the outcome of our RYS 300 application. Our commitment is first and foremost to our students, our faculty, and the quality of education we provide.

If our registration is approved, graduates will have the additional benefit of completing a training recognized within the Yoga Alliance system. If it is not, the depth, rigor, and integrity of the training remain unchanged.

If Yoga Alliance registration is an important consideration for you, we encourage you to wait until our RYS 300 registration has been determined before enrolling. You’re also welcome to reach out to our Co-Director, Nya Daley Benefield, at soulgayoga@gmail.com if you’d like to have a conversation about the benefits and limitations of Yoga Alliance registration and whether it’s important for your goals as a teacher.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Students must have completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program before enrolling. This training builds upon the foundations established in a 200-hour program and moves into more advanced studies and applications.

  • Nectar Yoga & Fitness
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  • Because organizing a 300-hour training requires significant financial commitments to faculty, space, and resources, tuition is non-refundable once the program begins.

    If you need to step away from the training, you may pause your payment plan and join a future cohort to complete the program.

    Please note that if you withdraw from the program, your Nectar Yoga membership will also end.

  • Your $500 deposit is non-refundable.

    After February 1, 2027, all payments become non-refundable as curriculum planning, faculty commitments, and program expenses are finalized.

  • Yes. After your $500 deposit, remaining tuition can be paid through a monthly payment plan. All tuition must be paid in full by December 2027.

  • Yes. We believe access to yoga education matters. We are offering 5 community-rate spots ($3000) for individuals experiencing financial hardship and/or those from equity-deserving communities.

    You can apply for one of these spots in your application.