It’s a retreat, it’s a yoga teacher training, it’s a once in a lifetime experience!

We're thrilled to offer this Hybrid Teacher Training, bringing together decades of knowledge and study. This training consists of 2 months of online learning, followed by a 9 day intensive at Akera Retreat Center in the New York Catskills. This is a unique opportunity to get off the grid and into the study, practice and teaching of yoga while being full cared for. This training is co-led by our most experienced instructors from New York and Miami: Sheri Celentano, Patricia Pinto and Kate Durand.

Between sessions you’ll be fueled by fresh, seasonal meals prepared by a gourmet chef, explore over 123 acres of forest and countryside and take advantage of plush on-side amenities: cold plunge, cedar hot tub, sauna and more! The ability to unwind and be in nature will make this training truly nourishing!

YO BK is a 200 Hour Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance. Upon obtaining your certificate, you can apply as a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.

THE YO BK DIFFERENCE

Since our inception as a studio, our goal has been to make people happier, healthier and more confident through the practice of yoga and pilates. This 200 hour Teacher Training continues our mission with YOU as a leader. Our promise to you is personalized coaching and a creative, detailed curriculum to empower you to teach Power Vinyasa Yoga. Whether you plan on teaching or not, you will leave this program empowered in all aspects of your life. We guarantee fun and challenge, sweat and laughter, lifelong friendships and a deeper connection to your purpose.

Teacher training is designed to give you a solid foundation of yoga and mindfulness practices that will inspire you and your future students. We’re told that we keep it simple, authentic and inspirational, while you develop skills that will elevate you and enhance your confidence while holding space for others.

We keep our trainings intentionally small so we can support your teaching journey before, during and after Teacher Training. During training, students receive group and one-on-one mentorship. After training, our internship and apprenticeship programs are available to further support our trainees’ growth and development. Many of our graduates have created successful teaching careers for themselves! Your success is our top priority.

REQUIREMENTS

• 100% attendance in all sessions online + in-person

• Required readings and independent study - minimum 1 hour per week

• 1 hour of partnered practice teaching per week

• Approximately 4 additional hours of practice per week - in-studio or at home

• A commitment to personal development

• A desire to be of service to others during their growth

• Upon graduation, teach 1 community class with YO BK

CURRICULUM

• Asana and meditation in the modern world

• Leadership training

• Inclusivity and anti-racism training

• Live feedback sessions

• Alignment + Anatomy

• History and Philosophy of Yoga

• Hands on assists

• Modifications and Deepening

• Language and Cueing

• Creative Sequencing

• Chakras and Ayurveda

• How to Make a Playlist to assist Practice

• The Business of Yoga

• Goal Setting

DATES AND TIMES

The Online portion of this Teacher Training meets on Sundays from 9am-12pm and Mondays from 6-9pm on the following dates:

• Orientation: Monday, April 27 6-7:30pm

• Sunday May 3

• Monday May 4

• Monday May 11

• Sunday May 17

• Monday May 18

• Sunday May 31

• Monday June 1

• Sunday June 7

• Monday June 8

• Sunday June 14

• Monday June 15

• Monday June 22

• Sunday June 28

• Monday June 29

• Monday July 6

In-person training at Akera Retreat Center is from July 13-22.

Sample Daily Schedule:

INVESTMENT

Room and pricing options:

• Shared 5 person room - $3950 per participant

• Shared Quad - $4150 per participant

• Shared Double Room - $4750 per participant

• Single Room - $5750 per participant

We are committed to facilitating diversity in the wellness community. We will be awarding one need-based scholarship of $500 to a non-white and/or LGBTQ+ trainee for a shared quad or quintet room. After submitting your application for Teacher Training, please email kate@yo-bk.com for next steps to be considered for a scholarship.

Included:

• 200 hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training

• 9 nights stay at a luxury retreat center in the New York Catskills

• 3 daily meals prepared by a private chef

• Use of facilities and grounds: sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, fire pits, swimming hole, 123 acre private grounds, forest maze

• Access to mats and props

Not Included:

• Transportation to and from Akera Retreat Center (accessible by car or bus + uber)

• Additional tips

• Laundry services