A minimum of 8 registrants is required to proceed with 2026 YTTS. The maximum group size is 12.
Offered by nonprofit OG Yoga, this 200-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training School will take place on select weekends from February through July, 2026.
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training School (YTTS) is designed for aspiring yoga teachers, anyone interested in deepening their own yoga practice, and professionals working with at-risk populations, such as psychologists, first responders, educators, or other wellness practitioners. Upon completion and demonstration of competency, you will receive a certification to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) with Yoga Alliance.
Dates
Our course begins with an immersive February intensive, meeting every weekend of the month. We will continue to meet 2-3 weekends a month on Saturdays and Sundays through July. All classes are scheduled from 10am to 5pm. Please note this schedule is tentative and subject to change.
February 7 - 8
February 14 - 15
February 21 - 22
February 28 - March 1
March 14 - 15
March 28 - 29
April 11 - 12
April 25 - 26
May 9
May 16 - 17
May 30 - 31
June 6 -7
June 20
June 27 - 28
July 11 - 12
July 18 - 19
Location
All meetings are held at our studio in San Diego’s Normal Heights neighborhood, with an option to attend virtually.
3295 Meade Ave, Suite 222, San Diego, CA 92116 Get Directions
Tuition
$2,080 Early Bird Special- join the waitlist by December 31, 2025 to receive this discounted rate!
$2,599 for registration after December 31, 2025
$500 non-refundable deposit required. This deposit is applied toward the cost of tuition.
Payment plans available! Tuition may be split in up to three equal payments over three months ($693 per month for early-bird price, $866 per month for full price). The initial payment will include the $500 non-refundable deposit.
Deposit and tuition will only be collected if at least 8 participants register.
Cancellations/Refund Policy
Refunds are available for cancellations made at least 2 weeks prior to start of training, less the $500 non-refundable deposit.
No refunds will be given for cancellations within 2 weeks of the training start date. Cancellations after this date will receive credit which can be applied towards any future OG Yoga course, studio classes, or events.
FAQs
What do you recommend for my own yoga practice before beginning a teacher training program? Are there any prerequisites for this training?
We recommend that participants have been practicing yoga, mindfulness, and/or meditation for at least 12 months before beginning teacher training; or working as a service provider for underprivileged populations.
I am seeking a well-rounded program. Are you able to share more about your curriculum?
OG Yoga's Overcoming Trauma through Yoga YTTS Yoga Alliance criteria, with a deep immersion in Anatomy, Asana, Philosophy, and the specialty niche of Trauma and Yoga for Specialty Populations. The required reading for our Yoga Teacher Training School are: Donna Farhi's "Yoga Mind, Body & Spirit", David Emerson's "Overcoming Trauma through Yoga", and Lauren Neroni"s "Critical Anatomy for the Modern Day Yoga".
Can graduates register with Yoga Alliance as RYT-200?
Yes, that is correct.
Who is OG Yoga?
OG Yoga is a non-profit project operating an altruistic yoga studio in Normal Heights. We send Yoga Alliance-certified instructors with at least 200 hours of teaching experience out to need-based communities, for youth, seniors and adults facing homelessness, poverty, abuse, addiction, incarceration, and re-entry. We make yoga and mindfulness equally accessible to all. OG Yoga has served over 10,000 individuals from 5 to 85 years young through 50 community partnerships and correctional facilities. We have graduated over 150 yoga teachers since 2018.
You can read more about our mission and vision here.
Are there opportunities to work with the organizations partnered with OG Yoga as part of the training?
Yes, graduates of our YTTS are eligible to apply to be an OG Yoga intern to gain experience and work with our Community Partnerships, Studio Classes, and Hosted Events.
I still have questions. Who can I contact?
We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have! Just send an email to hello@ogyoga.org and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Ready to sign up?
Just submit the form below to add your name to our interest list! No payment is required at this time. If we reach the minimum number of participants required to proceed with the teacher training, we will reach out to finalize registration and make payment arrangements.