Our 300-hour program brings together talented and experienced instructors who have been practicing, training, and teaching for decades. WHY has been a leader among yoga studios in Connecticut and New England for 25 years. We have offered a 200-hour teacher training for the last 15 years, as well as a variety of other trainings, including Yin, Restorative, Trauma, Ashtanga, Kids Yoga, Yoga4Cancer, Prison Yoga Project, Therapeutic Yoga, and Reiki.

This hands-on training will promote an individualized learning experience, while also supporting every student in finding their authentic voice and developing strong leadership skills both on and off the mat. Everyone will be encouraged to tap into their unique gifts so they can make a positive impact in their communities.

Our unique training emphasizes holistic principles — such as meditation and mindful eating — that help bring your practice off your yoga mat into your everyday. We delve into food and the impact it has on your mental and physical health. You will learn to give your body what it needs and leave the rest behind as you continue to develop your intuition, empathy, and compassion.

One of the most valuable aspects about our teacher training is the meaningful bonds created with other dedicated teachers, which builds an incredible community of energy, support, and learning.

Our 300-hour program includes basic and advanced hands-on assists to further your knowledge and confidence in supporting students. You will establish a stronger foundation for assisting and building trust through physical connection.

The tuition for the five required intensives is $2950* (with an early bird pay-in-full option of $2550**). Each required and elective module has its own independent cost associated with the amount of hours, a kind of pay-as-you-go.

*includes the 5 Intensive Modules, comprehensive teacher training manual, and monthly handouts. The supporting and elective modules are priced separately.

**if paid in full by August 31, 2025

There is a $525 non-refundable deposit with the submission of your application. Tuition must be paid in full by October 31, 2025.

6.35% CT sales tax will be added to all payments

In addition to filling out an application and providing a recent photo, the only prerequisite is a 200-hour certification. Some teaching experience is recommended but not required.

To receive certification, you need to complete 300 hours through a combination of five weekend intensives, five required modules, three elective modules, and approximately 40 hours of independent study (which includes homework, reading, class critiques, practice teaching, and hands-on adjusting).

• The following trainings completed at WHY in 2023 or 2024 will satisfy certain requirements: Yin Yoga Training, Restorative Yoga Training, and Trauma Informed Training

• If you are interested in taking an off-site 20-hour training to fulfill part of the elective requirement, please send program information to info@westhartfordyoga. Approval by WHY teacher training staff is required.

No, you do not: We accept 200-hour yoga trainings of all styles! Our 300-hour training fundamentals will include the elements of WHY Power Yoga, an all levels challenging and spiritually nourishing style of yoga created by Barbara Ruzansky, owner of West Hartford Yoga.

You will have two additional opportunities to take that session within the 36-month completion requirement.

Our application is provided in PDF format. Download the application from our site and open in Adobe Acrobat. All applications must be typed — handwritten applications will not be accepted.

Please email the application — along with a recent photo and a $525 non-refundable deposit — to info@westhartfordyoga.com

A refund of tuition paid for the 5 Intensive Modules, less the $525 non‐refundable deposit, will be issued for cancellations made no later than October 24, 2025. No refunds, credits or transfers are available for cancellations after this date. Please understand our cancellation policy is firm and we cannot make exceptions.

West Hartford Yoga offers the only qualified yoga teacher training program in CT recognized by the VA. Qualified veterans and their dependents can use their Post-911 GI Bill benefits to cover tuition and fees. Email info @ westhartfordyoga.com for more information.