Yoga Teacher TraininG
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Interested in becoming a NKO Yoga Instructor or do you simply want to deepen your own personal practice? We offer a 200-hour Teacher Training Program recognized by Yoga Alliance. This Hatha based training will focus on Vinyasa, Gentle and Yin Yoga. We will explore multiple styles of asana as well as meditation and pranayama. Students will be exposed to a variety of yogic perspectives through numerous special guest yoga teachers.Training will usually meet for two weekends per month . Please note there will be two make-up weekend available during the training. If required to make -up missed classes an additional charge will be applied.
Our main goal at NKO Yoga School is for you to gain knowledge of yoga, help others grow and learn from their practice and finally to grow in your own practice. So, I invite you to take a moment to consider why you practice and study yoga. Your reasons probably fall into these categories:
| • Healing • Wisdom • Self-mastery• Spiritual evolution and spiritual freedom |
As your study and dedication to teaching deepens and you face challenges or distractions, avoid losing sight of the ultimate reasons why you practice and teach yoga.
It can be helpful to return again and again to the WHY.
Just as you practice and study yoga for profound reasons, so you practice and study yoga teaching to effectively support students in having equally profound results.
Yoga teachers develop their skills and evolve over time through:
1. Personal Practice 2. Practice Teaching and “Real” Teaching 3. Mentoring / Coaching 4. Transmission 5. Knowledge |
WHAT TO Expect
This program is based on multiple styles of asanas as well as meditation and pranayama. Students will be exposed to a variety of yoga perspectives through numerous special guest yoga teachers.
These teachings will be expressed through 180 hours in the class setting, as well as 20 hours + home study, practice teaching and karma yoga. The program will consist of several educational modules in techniques, methodology, and practice anatomy. Topics include but not limited to self-inquiry, history, subtle body.
Each module is designed to raise the students’ consciouses to find a balance between the past and the future of yoga. Topic includes:
| • Yoga history and philosophy • Pranayama and Meditation • Physical anatomy | • Ethics and lifestyle • Subtle anatomy and Physiology • Class sequencing and themes |
Modules vary in hours, applications, nature, and scope. The total training hours is designed to take each student from merely practicing “Asana” to practicing and instructing others.
Homework assignments will be given at the end of each weekend that will include a variation of the following:
| • Reading • Writing and reflecting in your journal • Essays • Study guides | • Memorizations and practice teaching • Karma service • Tracking your own practice • Class observing and assisting |
Asana worksheets are to be completed for each posture/ asana that we cover in class… there is a sample in your binder, and you are encouraged to work with each other to complete.
Apply Here or pick up an application at the studio.
What Make NKO Yoga Teacher Training Different
At NKO Yoga, we believe great teachers are not created through pressure or performance, but through presence, understanding, and care.
Our 200- Hour Teacher Training is intentionally deigned to be accessible, thoughtful, and rooted in real- life applications to help participants effectively integrate yoga into their everyday lives. We focus on teaching yoga to real bodies, across all stages of life, with an emphasis on safety, inclusivity, and connection.
Grounded In Base Classes, Not Trends
This training reflects the heart of NKO Yoga Based classes, Hatha based movements, mindful pacing, and alignment- focused instruction. Rather than chasing trends or extremes, we honor traditional yoga principles while adapting them for modern students.
Our approach ensures accessibility and inclusivity for individuals of all levels and backgrounds.
Inclusive & Body- Aware Teaching
You'll learn how to teach with confidence to diverse bodies, abilities, and the needs. Modifications, props use, and accessible sequencing are woven into every aspect of our training.
Small Studio, Personal Support
Our intentionally smaller training groups allow for meaningful mentorship, individualized feedback, and strong sense of community, so your're never just a number. Our focus is on fostering personal growth and ensuring each participant's success in their creative journey.
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2026 Schedule
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Class will meet primarily on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00am- 5 pm (unless otherwise specified), with several long weekends.
Below is some sample Dates:
Module 1 May 23-21 Module 2 June 6-7 Module 3 June 27-28 Module 4 July 11-12 Module 5 July 25-26 | Module 6 Aug 8-9 (Midterm) Module 7 Aug 22-23 Module 8 Sept 12-13 Module 9 Sept 18,19-20 (Retreat) Module 10 Oct 10-11 |
Module 11 Final weekend & Graduation
Oct 24-25
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2026 Winter Schedule
300hr YTT
Coming Soon!!
Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5 | Module 6 Module 7 Module 8 Module 9 Module 10 |
Tuition Payment
Upon receiving an acceptance email, the applicant will be charged a non- refundable deposit of $250 is due with the application to hold your place, will go towards the cost of training.
The cost of the program is $3200 if financing arrangements can be made,10% off if paid in full. Full payment must be complete if arrangement made to receive your certificate.
An additional cost for required yoga retreat $250
Food & Accommodations Included
All students that are registered in the current program will have access to 10 yoga classes at NKO Yoga Studio and are encouraged to attend.
Pay your Deposit (Buy Now)
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Your Instructors
2026 Prenatal Teacher Training Schedule
Shanti Mom 85- Hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training
Support Mothers. Teach with Confidence. Change Lives
Pregnancy is one of the most sacred and transformative in a woman's life. it is a season of deep physical change, emotional growth, and powerful connection between mother and baby. It is a time filled with anticipation and wonder as a new life begins to take shape.
The Shanti mom Pregnancy Yoga teacher Training was created to help yoga teachers and birth professionals confidently support women through this extraordinary journey.
This 85- hour Prenatal Yoga teacher Training will give you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to safely guide prenatal yoga classes that nurture the body, calm the mind, and empower mothers for birth.
At NKO Yoga , we believe prenatal is more than movement, it is about creating a safe and loving space where mothers can connect to their breath, their baby, and their inner strength, fostering a nurturing environment for both mind and body.
Through yoga, meditation, and breathwork, mothers learn to release fear, build trust in their bodies, and prepare for conscious childbirth.
As a teacher, you will learn how to hold that space with skill, knowledge, and compassion. You will also gain tools to guide mothers through each stage of their journey, fostering a supportive environment.
Imagine Being Able To...
- Confidently teach prenatal yoga classes that are safe and supportive
- Guide mothers through breathwork that prepares them for labor
- Create meaningful meditations that deepen the bond between mom and baby
- Understand pregnancy anatomy and how the body changes during each trimester
- Modify yoga postures safely for pregnancy conditions
- Support postpartum recovery and healing
- Build a thriving prenatal yoga offering in your yoga studio or community
Who is this Training Is For
This training is open to anyone passionate about pregnant women, including:
Yoga Teachers
Doulas
Midwives
Physical Therapist
Birth Workers
Yoga teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training may register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher(RPYT) after completing this 85- hour training and the required teaching hours.
What You Will Learn
Durning this training we will explore:
Prenatal Yoga Foundations
Safe prenatal postures and modifications
Prenatal class sequencing and theming
Trimester considerations
Breath & Meditation
Breathing techniques for preganancy and labor
Meditations that stregthen the connections between mother and baby
Anatomy & Physiology
Preganancy anatomy and the body changes
Diastasis Recti and core considerations
Common pregnancy conditions and contraindications
Teaching Skills
How to create supportive prenatal classes
Facilitating connections among mothers
Teaching prenatal partner yoga classes
Postpartum Support
Postnatal yoga practices
Understanding postpartum recovery and mental health
Creating workshop and community programs for pregnant populations
Training Schedule
This Training is designed to be accessible for working professionals.
One Weekend per month for three months
Sample Schedule
Friday
6pm-8pm
Saturday
9am-5:00pm
(1hr lunch)
Sunday
9am-5pm
(1hr lunch)
This format allows you to intergrate learning while maintaining your regular work schedule
Certification
Upon completion of the program participants will receive:
85- hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Certiification
Graduates who already hold a 200- hour Yoga Teacher Certification may apply for the RPYT designation through Yoga Alliance after completing the required teaching hours.
Required Reading
Bountiful, Beautiful, Blissful- Gurmukh
Birth Without Violence - Dr. Frederick Leboyer
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth- Ina May Gaskin
Diastasis Recti- Katy Bowman
Investment
Training Tuition: $1.325
10% off discount when paid in full
Payment plans available.
Tuition may be split into three payment if needed.
Why Train With Shanti Mom at NKO Yoga Studio
This training is led by Natasha Kohorst, a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, RPYT, Owner Shanti Mom Pregnancy Yoga, and Founder of NKO Yoga Studio
Natasha has spent years supporting women through yoga, pregnancy, and motherhood while creating a welcoming and empowering community.
Shanti Mom Prenatal yoga Program blends:
- Traditional yoga practices
- Modern prenatal satety education
- Breathwork and meditation for childbirth preparations
- A compassionate and supportive teaching approach
You will leave this training with the confidence and skills to safely guide mothers through one of the most meaningful journey of their lives.
Ready To Begin?
If you feel called to support mothers during pregnancy and birth, this training is for you.
Join us and become part of a growing community dedicated to nurturing mothers and families.
Reserve Your Spot Today
Enrollment is limited to ensure personal attention and hands- on- learning
Register Today
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Chair Yoga Certification
Do you have students, clients, or patients who can’t get down on the floor due to age, weight, disability, or inflexibility? Would you like to teach at hospitals, senior centers, or nursing homes? By adapting traditional yoga poses to a chair, you can bring the accessible benefits of yoga to those unable to take part in even a gentle class.
This course includes learning to practice for anyone interested in teaching chair yoga, including healthcare professionals, yoga teachers, and yoga teachers in training.
In this training, you will learn:
Teach an hour-long accessible chair yoga class
Choose appropriate postures and breathing techniques according to individual needs
Discern levels of flexibility and identify precautions and contraindications
Understand anatomy and alignment for chair asanas
Incorporate meditation, guided yogic relaxation, pranayama techniques (breathing exercises), healing affirmations to improve health the and well-being
Office Yoga: teaching at companies
Increasingly, people are turning to yoga to help them feel comfortable in their own bodies. As a yoga instructor, you want to be able to offer clientele safe and fun modifications compared to traditional poses. This course will give you three full-length chair yoga practices, as well as a breakdown of 30 yoga poses. It's a great course for anyone looking to teach yoga to seniors or people with reduced mobility, even to large companies.
Dates: July 26th, 2026
1-5pm
Prerequisite:
200hr YTT or more
CE's 4hr with Yoga Alliance
In-studio & Online version available
$200
NKO YOGA LTD
Natasha Kohorst Owner E-500hrRYT, RPYT, Master Reiki, Sound Healer Ayurvedic Wellness Coach
All major credit cards accepted as well as Apple Pay
All sales are final. Class passes are non-transferrable and non-refundable. Class passes expire one year from purchase date.
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