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The Foundations certificate is a 200-hour teacher training program designed as a flexible program that can be completed in as little as 9 months or as long as two years.
The Foundations certificate is a 200 hour teacher training program. We dive deep into the 8-limbed path of practice.
The program is an amazing way to deepen your practice, or to build a foundation for teaching yoga that emanates from your own commitment to living yoga.
For our 2025 cohort, you can choose between two pathways:
Both pathways include
The 200-hour program is registered with Yoga Alliance. Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll receive a 200-hour certificate.
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Our next cohort begins on March 1. Complete the form below to learn more about the program.
Enrollment fees include the core curriculum (85 hours) for the pathway you choose.
You'll enroll in and pay for your immersion or the virtual core and electives separately.
We offer sliding scale options for the enrollment fees. These options are available after the application and deposit (range: $808-$1108).
Partial scholarships are also available for the enrollment fees. Email us at school@janetstoneyoga.com for details.
Is this program eligible for Yoga Alliance certification?
Students who complete the 200-hour program will receive a teacher training certificate from the Stone Yoga School, which is registered Yoga Alliance.
What are the prerequisites?
The prerequisites for the 200-hour are at least one year of yoga practice with a keen interest in exploring the philosophical and devotional aspects of practice alongside asana.
What are the requirements to complete the program?
See the detailed content above for full details regarding the core requirements and elective options.
The core curriculum includes 85 hours of virtual courses + graduation requirements.
The remaining hours can be completed by attending a residential immersion (108 hours) or by enrolling in the electives option, which includes our virtual core (30 hours of synchronous learning) and 78 hours of electives.
How long will it take until I’m certified?
It will take a minimum of six months to complete your 200 hour certification, and you have up to two years to finish.
Are the electives included?
The enrollment fees include the core courses and training infrastructure that is the foundation for everyone in the 200 hour program.
You can choose your immersion or electives to fulfill the required hours outside of the core curriculum. Options are listed on Janet's homepage.
Who do I contact with questions?
Please email connie@janetstoneyoga.com with all other questions.
