heart of the village yoga

Teacher Training

2026 In-Depth Yoga Studies and Teacher Training

Join us for the journey of a lifetime. Explore yoga philosophy and its relevance in the 21st century. Learn the fundamentals of asana (posture), pranayama (breathwork), and meditation. Develop tools for happiness in challenging times. Immerse yourself in a supportive community.

Whether or not you want to teach yoga, this Training will give you the tools to navigate life from the heart, trust your intuition and live life from a place of love and truth. Led by Heart of the Village Owner/Director Jo Kirsch, E-RYT 500, our Training is a transformative program for self growth.

Including:

  • Flow, Yin, Restorative and Gentle Yoga
  • Basic Fundamentals of and sequencing of Asana
  • Pranayama & Meditation
  • Anatomical and alignment principles plus contraindications
  • Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics
  • Koshas, Chakras, Prana Vayus
  • Yoga Nidra
  • Bhakti, Chanting and Poetry
  • Mythology and Storytelling
  • History of Yoga from the Vedas to Today
  • Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra and Bhagavad Gita Study
  • Self-reflection on how philosophy relates to practice
  • Ethics
  • Teaching Styles and Methodology
  • Professional Development
  • Practicum

Heart of the Village Yoga’s mission is to create and provide a safe, compassionate space to practice stillness and study yoga. Our vision is to empower people to learn, be, stretch, transform, heal, know, find peace, connect, and unify with themselves, one another, community, and the world around them through the journey of practicing yoga. Additionally to expose individuals to this life-long practice that can enlighten all lives, individually and collectively.

Coming from a background in Astanga Yoga, our influences are also Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Bhakti and Tantra Yoga. We don’t limit our School or our Studio to one discipline of yoga, but offer an integrated approach where students can follow their own path.

Our School helps participants find and learn to express their inner and outer voice and nurture their truest self. Our non-dogmatic approach allows each individual to assimilate, integrate and foster their own relationship with the science of yoga. As the training progresses you will shed layers of conditioning, and learn to access and trust your inner wisdom. You will learn to let go of what no longer serves you, and make room for what does.

Schedule

September 19-20, 2026

October 17-18, 2026
November 14-15, 2026
December 12-13, 2026
Januarry 16-17, 2027
February 13-14, 2027
March 13-14, 2027
April 10-11, 2027

Tuition

Early Bird: $2500 (Paid in Full by 6.30.2026)
$2800 (After 6.30.2026) 

HOTV Yoga Classes are included in Tuition for the duration of the Course.

$500 deposit to reserve your spot.

Interested? Email [email protected] to arrange an interview.

Certification

Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as 200 Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®)

What Clients Have to say:

The 200 hour teacher training at Heart of the Village Yoga was a heart opening experience. I left the training feeling thoroughly grounded in yoga asana, philosophy, seva practice and bhakti practice. I would highly recommend this program to someone seeking a well rounded experience from loving and inspiring instructors.
Dianna S.
Before this teacher training yoga was just about the pose, and about looking perfect. Now I’ve grown to realize it’s so much more than that. Yoga is about being who you are and understanding that no matter where you are in your practice, it’s okay. Yoga is acceptance and understanding. Personally I think if everyone did a little yoga, the world would be a much better place.
Lexi S.
We are all seekers, but sometimes we don’t know what we are looking for. At least that was how it seemed for me when I began my 200 hour teacher training at Heart of the Village Yoga. This course gave me the tools needed to learn that what I was looking for was in my own mind and heart. I just needed a dedicated and enthusiastic “Yes!” to being open and trusting the journey I was already on.
Margaret M.
The Heart of the Village Yoga Teacher Training program is outstanding for anyone at any level, that is interested in delving deeper into the art and science of yoga with like minded wonderful people.
Barb L.
The program explores the physical practice of yoga from a variety of approaches, vinyasa to yin to restorative. Beyond that, the training puts the physical practice of yoga within the wider context of yogic philosophy and practices, especially highlighting the bhakti and japa yoga traditions.
Stephanie J.
Obviously I don’t know what the future will hold, but I do know the eight limb path has helped prepare me for the outside world. It has taught me to face everything with love and gratitude. I have a constant effort to be present and do everything mindfully and joyfully.
Charlotte A.
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