TURN YOUR PASSION INTO PURPOSE. YOGA TEACHER TRAINING STARTS JANUARY 2026!
Step into the next chapter of your life with a 200-hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training that blends world-class instruction, real teaching experience, and the personal growth that only yoga can bring. In just six months, you’ll graduate ready to inspire others, lead with confidence, and create a career that aligns with your values, your lifestyle, and your dreams — while helping to raise the standard for the yoga industry as a whole.
WHY OUR TRAINING STANDS OUT.
Most 200-hour trainings will hand you a certificate and send you on your way. Ours gives you so much more — a solid career foundation, the confidence to lead, and the tools to help raise the standard of the yoga industry. You’ll be challenged, supported, and inspired every step of the way, emerging not just as a teacher, but as a multi-faceted yoga professional — grounded in your purpose, clear on your path, and ready to make a meaningful impact from your very first class.
- Professional Standards: We train you to meet — and exceed — the expectations of today’s students, studios, and the growing wellness market.
- Hands-On Experience: From day one, you’ll practice teaching in a supportive, feedback-rich environment so you graduate confident and ready.
- Business of Yoga: Learn how to build a sustainable career, from creating class experiences students love to understanding marketing and client retention.
- Expert Faculty: Our trainers bring decades of combined teaching, studio ownership, and mentoring experience into every session.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
This training is more than memorizing poses — it’s a deep, immersive education designed to shape you into a confident, skilled, and industry-ready yoga professional. You'll learn:
History & Philosophy of Yoga: Explore the roots of yoga, from the 8 Limbs to the evolution of modern postural practice, so you can teach with depth, respect, and context.
Anatomy & Physiology: Understand the body from the inside out, blending science with functional movement to create safe, effective, and inclusive classes that work for every body.
Safe, Intelligent Vinyasa Sequencing: Master the art of building your own creative, purposeful class plans — and learn how to read the room so you can adapt and think on the fly, keeping your students safe, engaged, and supported.
Hands-On Assists: Develop the art of supportive, consent-based adjustments that enhance your students’ experience.
The Business of Yoga: Gain real-world skills to market yourself, retain students, and build a sustainable teaching career.
Personal Development: Expect growth beyond the mat — building confidence, clarity, and leadership skills that carry into every part of your life.
TRAINING SCHEDULE & LOGISTICS
Your training experience starts here — with clear dates, structure, and expectations so you can plan with confidence. We’ve designed our January 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training to be immersive, engaging, and manageable alongside real life, with a blend of in-person weekends and Zoom attendance available under special circumstances. From the moment you commit, you’ll have a clear roadmap of what to expect, what’s required, and how we’ll support you every step of the way.
- DATES: Alternating weekends, January 16th-June 21, 2026. Saturdays: 11:30-5:30 PM, Sundays: 12:00-4:30 PM, select Friday nights.
- REQUIREMENTS: At least 1 year consistent yoga practice and at least 10 Flow+ classes attended at Blackbird Yoga Studio (minimum 3 with Ina Cabrera, 3 with Nicole D'Andrea-Lazarte)
- TUITION & PAYMENT PLANS: $3,400 Early bird rate available through October 1, 2025. $3,900 full tuition. $500 deposit required for enrollment, payment plans available upon request.
- LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE: We keep our group size intentionally small to ensure personal attention, real teaching practice, and a tight-knit community.
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YOUR INVESTMENT
This isn’t just a training — it’s the start of a career, a calling, and a new chapter of your life. The skills, confidence, and connections you’ll gain here will serve you for years to come, whether you’re teaching in studios, leading retreats, or weaving yoga into your existing career. We believe in making this path accessible, which is why we offer flexible payment options that work for your life.
Tuition Options:
Early Bird Rate: $3,400 before October 1, 2025 (save $500)
Standard Tuition: $3,900 October 1 or later.
$500 deposit secures your spot (applied toward tuition)
Payment Plans:
Monthly payments of $567 over 6 months (after deposit)
Extended payment plans available upon request
Included in Your Tuition:
All training hours and materials, unlimited yoga classes at Blackbird during the program ($1,050 value), ongoing support and mentorship
MEET NICOLE
Nicole D’Andrea is a long-time yoga instructor, teacher of teachers, entrepreneur, and coach — and the proud owner of Blackbird Yoga Studio. Since graduating from teacher training a decade and a half ago, she has led thousands of classes, mentored countless instructors, and is now launching her fourth 200-hour yoga teacher training. Nicole blends deep knowledge of philosophy, anatomy, and sequencing with a passion for personal development, leadership, and music, preparing trainees to read the room, adapt on the fly, and craft intelligent, inspiring classes. A registered Health At Every Size® practitioner and certified life coach with a background in exercise science, business consulting, and studio ownership, she is committed to raising the standard of the yoga industry while supporting students in building confident, sustainable careers.
MEET INA
Ina Cabrera is Blackbird’s Lead Teacher and a seasoned yoga instructor, Reiki master, and musician, leading her second 200-hour training with the studio. Known for her alignment-focused yet soft approach, Ina creates space for breath, healing, and transformation while weaving in elements from her Tai Chi practice. Her background in energy work deepens her ability to hold space, and her life as a performing musician adds rhythm, creativity, and heart to her teaching. Drawing from her own long and evolving journey with yoga, she equips trainees with the skills, adaptability, and confidence to thrive in their own classrooms.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
This is more than a yoga teacher training — it’s an opportunity to step into your purpose, elevate your practice, and join a community of teachers committed to raising the standard of the yoga industry. In just a few months, you’ll have the skills, confidence, and support to lead with authenticity, create inspiring classes, and build a career that aligns with your values and your life. The only thing left is to say yes.
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