200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Deepen Your Practice and Share It with Others
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training stands on a balanced tripod of Raja Yoga, sustainability as healing, and a life of service. Rooted in the spirit of the Northshore and the depths of ancient wisdom, our curriculum is built upon three core pillars:
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Pillar I: Yoga Fundamentals & The Eight Limbs
Root yourself in the timeless wisdom of Raja Yoga through an embodied study of philosophy, anatomy, and the Eight Limbs as a map for modern living.
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Pillar II: Sustainability & Nature Study
Ground your practice in the local ecosystem through intentional nature study, embodied herbalism, and mentorship designed for a lifetime of vitality and resilience.
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Pillar III: Spiritual Connection & Service
Discover the power of your unique wholeness as an integral part of an improved world through heart-centered visioning and rituals of community support.
The Trauma-Conscious Foundation
Yoga is a living science that has maintained its relevance for millennia by evolving to meet the needs of the times. In our current world, we recognize that we are all touched by some form of trauma—whether personal, cultural, intergenerational, or communal. These experiences can make the world feel unsafe, creating obstacles to our health, our relationships, and our inherent sense of wholeness.
Why Trauma-Conscious Training Matters
Being trauma-informed is no longer optional; it is an essential skill for the modern guide. We believe that understanding how trauma affects the nervous system is the key to fostering true compassion and empathy. By learning specific strategies to guide yoga through a trauma-conscious lens, we ensure that our practice becomes a bridge to collective healing and growth.
A Specialized Regional Leader
Svälja is a specialized trauma-conscious yoga school—one of the few in the region to integrate nervous-system-informed teaching into every pillar of our 200-hour YTT. We do not view trauma-informed care as an "add-on" module, but as the very soil in which our entire curriculum is rooted.
Qualified, Comprehensive, Creative
This program exceeds Yoga Alliance standards, ensuring you graduate with the skill and confidence to guide others through cueing, adjustments, and modifications with ease. Beyond the technical, we offer an immersive exploration of Yoga that deepens your connection to the world and honors your unique role within it. We believe everyone has a distinct purpose; our mission is to provide the tools and heart-centered support to help you live yours fully.
By joining this training, you aren't just learning to teach postures; you are learning to facilitate a space where positive change and healing become possible for everyone.
Tuition & Payment Plan Options
We aim to make yoga and meditation teachings more accessible by offering three ways to pay for your tuition:
◒ Pay in Full : $2,950
Make one payment by September 10, 2026 and receive a discounted rate.
◒ 6-Month Payment Plan : $3,200
Spread your tuition across 6 monthly payments. To stay on schedule, begin your payments by July 1, 2026 to ensure full payment by the required deadline.
◒ 8-Month Payment Plan : $3,230
Prefer smaller monthly payments? Choose this extended plan and begin by May 1, 2026 or earlier to meet the final payment deadline.
After Acceptance
Once your application is accepted, a $350 deposit is required to secure your spot in the program.
This deposit will be applied toward your total tuition, whether you choose to pay in full or use a payment plan.
Important:
If you choose a payment plan, your tuition must be paid in full by December 1, 2025. Please select a plan and start date that ensures you meet this requirement.
If you have questions or need support selecting the best option, we're here to help! Please email hello@svalja.yoga or call (218) 595-0762
2026 YTT Schedule
Our training follows a rhythmic flow of deep, in-person immersion with virtual connection points. All Zoom sessions are held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 PM.
September
In-Person: Sept 10 - 13, 2026 (Thursday - Sunday)
Wednesday Zoom: Sept 23
October
In-Person: Oct 9 - 11, 2026 (Friday - Sunday)
Wednesday Zoom: Oct 21
November
In-Person: Nov 13 - 15, 2026 (Friday - Sunday)
Wednesday Zoom: Nov 18
December
In-Person: Dec 11 - 13, 2026 (Friday - Sunday)
Wednesday Zoom: Dec 2
January
In-Person: Jan 8 - 10, 2027 (Friday - Sunday)
Wednesday Zoom: Jan 6
We’re Here for You
At Svälja, we believe in a learning environment that is co-creative, shared, and above all, cozy. We are practitioners rooted in these teachings alongside you, dedicated to bringing the wisdom of Yoga into the heart of our everyday lives and local communities.
Your journey is deeply personal, and we are honored to walk it with you. Whether you have a quick question or need deeper guidance, our doors are always open. Please feel free to reach out to our Studio Owner, Rebecca James Alsum : rebecca@svalja.yoga or our Yoga School Director, Miriam Hanson : miriam@svalja.yoga at any time. Feel free to call or text as well : (218) 595-0762.
We look forward to supporting you every step of the way!
How We Reach 200 Hours
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is a comprehensive journey designed to balance deep in-person immersion with flexible, self-paced study. Your certification hours are earned through a combination of the following pillars:
The Core Curriculum
In-Person Weekends: Our deep-dive immersions for hands-on learning and philosophy.
Community Practicums: The opportunity to find your voice and practice teaching in a supportive environment.
Online Asana Assignments: Guided home practice to deepen your physical embodiment.
Monthly Study Group: Consistent touchpoints for connection and academic support.
Asana: Practice and Perceive
Essential self-paced hours. These hours are designed for you to complete at your convenience each month. They offer critical space for reflection on the "nuts and bolts" of a consistent mat practice. You can enjoy guided sessions from your Lead Teacher from the comfort of your own home while logging essential program completion hours.
Study Group
Monthly cohort connection. This once-monthly offering is an opportunity to connect with your cohort members and a rotating instructor. Together, you will work on preparatory material, receive support for program questions, and build lasting relationships within your community.
The Practicum
Your teaching evolution. The practicum is the culmination of your studies, where you move from student to facilitator. Through a series of scheduled in-person sessions, community observations, and external practice teaching, you will refine a trauma-conscious class that reflects your unique creative essence. Supported by peer feedback and professional mentorship, you will gain the confidence and experience necessary to share the gift of yoga with others in any environment.
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Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
8:00-9:00 am- Asana w/ Miriam
9-9:15 am - BREAK
9:15-11:15 - Healthy Movement Patterns w/ Emily Ostos
11:15-12:45 - ANATOMY w/ Miriam
12:45-1:45 pm - LUNCH
1:45-3:45 pm - Down Dog Exploration w/ Emily
3:45-4:30 pm - Easy Pose Exploration w/ Miriam
4:30-6:00 pm - Pranayama I w/Miriam
Saturday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
8:00-9:00 am- Asana w/ Sarah Mangan
9:00-9:15 am - BREAK
9:15-12:15 pm- Eight Limbs w/ Miriam
12:15-1:15 pm - LUNCH
1:15-3:15 pm- The Essence of Trauma Conscious Yoga w/Kyle
3:30- 5pm - Understanding OM w/Miriam
5-6pm - Asana I w/Miriam
Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
8:00-9:00 am - Asana w/ Emily (Salutation Celebration)
9:00-12:00 pm - Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutations) A, B, & C w/ Emily
12:00-1:00 pm - LUNCH
1:00 - 6:00 pm - Herbalism Field Trip: Introduction to Herbalism w/ Angela
Wednesday Zoom 6:30-8:30 pm
Zoom meetings occur one Wednesday per month
Optional Sunday Study Group 3-5 pm
Study Groups occur one Sunday per month
Testimonials
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“My yoga is everywhere. My yoga is in everything. I signed up for Yoga Teacher Training as a way to commit to and deepen my own practice. I absolutely gained that and while I was at it I have found community, accountability, opportunities to reach beyond where I ever would have gone on my own, and guidance as I faced my reluctance. I have been inspired over and over. Thank you to Svalja Yoga School for this gift.” -J.D.
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“This program exceeded my expectations in preparing me to guide and teach a yoga class. They gave me the tools, resources and awareness of how to better nurture others while at the same time caring for myself. I will carry these values and lessons with me throughout my lifetime and bring them into my teachings! Thank you for such a wonderful experience and I highly recommend this school to anyone with aspirations of becoming a yoga teacher!” -S.L.
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"It is difficult, perhaps impossible, to convey how Svalja has changed the fibers of my being. I went in a loose set of strands splaying in every direction and came out a carefully woven rope with the tensile strength and flexibility of a tried and true halyard equipped on a seaward vessel, destined to sail on for eternity. From the lessons on herbalism, discussions of the Hero's Journey, dream tending sessions, to the silent retreat and everything in between; there wasn't a moment that wasn't impactful. Everyday I find a sense of gratitude for the knowledge, experience and support I've been given, as well as the sincere community I have found in my fellow cohort members and instructors alike." -R.R.
