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JOY of Yoga

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14107 South Winchester Boulevard

Los Gatos, CA, USA

Types of Yoga Taught

Flow Yoga

Alignment-Oriented Yoga

Fitness Yoga

Spiritually-Oriented Yoga

Hot/Heated Yoga

Gentle Yoga

Specialty Yoga

Trainings Formats

Full-time
usually intensive/immersion

Part-time
spread out over time

Weekends only

Modules
several, shorter immersions

Non-residential
trainees commute to the program

Destination / retreat

Languages

ENGLISH

About JOY of Yoga

The JOY of Yoga Teacher Training Program was founded on the following principles: Yoga changes lives. Yoga is an eight limbed practice combing asana, breath, the process of meditation, ethics and philosophy. Our mat is our laboratory and yoga is a practice that we carry...

The JOY of Yoga Teacher Training Program was founded on the following principles:

Yoga changes lives. Yoga is an eight limbed practice combing asana, breath, the process of meditation, ethics and philosophy. Our mat is our laboratory and yoga is a practice that we carry with us through the day. With regular practice, transformation of one's health and happiness is possible for everyone.

Every body and every mind is unique. This means that JOY of Yoga teacher trainees will learn how to meet people where they are and create an effective, inclusive experience for everyone in their classes (as well as for their individual clients). 

Instructors memorize scripts. JOY provides you a structure to learn how to teach opposed to instruct. In order to get as much experience as possible, at the 200 Hour level, weekend intensives paired with Monday meetings, enables you to dive deeply with your peers into the experience of yoga. At the 300 Hour level, weekend immersions are effective in giving a month's time between to read, study, and apply new principles in your lives and classes.

Yoga is an evolving practice. Understanding the past is essential to intelligently growing and evolving. By incorporating history, philosophy, and the results of today's scientific research, JOY seeks to understand the past and its relation to the mind and body. 

You will learn the art and science of yoga, how to read bodies, and how to address your students (regardless of who they are or any kind of preexisting condition they may have). The more capable you are of being yourself - grounded in skill and practice - there is no telling what you are capable of. 

Yoga is a mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual practice. Being a yoga teacher also required the practice of business. You will leave the program empowered in all five areas of practice. 

Through understanding faculty and a structure that facilitates the growth necessary to find your own authentic voice, JOY provides you the proper support and guidance. When you graduate from the 200 Hour, you will be equipped to professionally teach. When you graduate from the 300 Hour, you will have a specialization in this vast field of yoga (your passion and forte), and you will teach a 120-minute workshop in this field of expertise.  

In the words of Joseph Campbell, you will have "followed your bliss." Doors will open and your world (in and around you) will be made better for it.

First Registered December 2007

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  • 5 out of 5
    By: Stephanie Lowe Jan 31, 2024
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

    I trust Jenn and Noell with any and everything yoga related. Im so grateful to have gotten to learn from them. We got a lot of teaching practice and it really helped my confidence as a teacher and person. They cover everything and you really get to know them and vice versa! I truly admire them and feel so cared for by them.

    • General Comments

      I trust Jenn and Noell with any and everything yoga related. Im so grateful to have gotten to learn from them. We got a lot of teaching practice and it really helped my confidence as a teacher and person. They cover everything and you really get to know them and vice versa! I truly admire them and feel so cared for by them.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Sandy He Dec 18, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

    It is a warm and supportive community for everyone. I learn a lot not only about yoga but also business sense and personal growth which are so helpful for my own studio.

    • General Comments

      It is a warm and supportive community for everyone. I learn a lot not only about yoga but also business sense and personal growth which are so helpful for my own studio.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Stacy Lewis Yoga Oct 27, 2023

    I am grateful for the experience all the way through the Joy of Yoga education at Breathe Together Yoga. My experience with was incredible. The diversity of education and the range of experiences as a student during a pivotal time in my life was unexpected. Breathe was there for me in ways I didn't anticipate, not just with one instructor or moment but through a collection of moments and people. I want to give you credit for being a significant part of that energy. I can't be the only one who feels this way.

    • General Comments

      I am grateful for the experience all the way through the Joy of Yoga education at Breathe Together Yoga. My experience with was incredible. The diversity of education and the range of experiences as a student during a pivotal time in my life was unexpected. Breathe was there for me in ways I didn't anticipate, not just with one instructor or moment but through a collection of moments and people. I want to give you credit for being a significant part of that energy. I can't be the only one who feels this way.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Sarah Khayat Sep 26, 2023

    This is an excellent program that has an unparalleled depth and breadth of instruction. The certification is structured with core classes and electives, so that a student has the option to tailor their program to meet their individual needs. The instructors are amazing. Completing my JOY training has been one of the best experiences of my life.

    • General Comments

      This is an excellent program that has an unparalleled depth and breadth of instruction. The certification is structured with core classes and electives, so that a student has the option to tailor their program to meet their individual needs. The instructors are amazing. Completing my JOY training has been one of the best experiences of my life.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Natalie Mahan Jul 02, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 07, 2022—Dec 11, 2022

  • 5 out of 5
    By: PAIGE STANTON WILSON May 03, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

    The JOY of Yoga training program is just that: a pure JOY for all those who undertake it! It is a well constructed, well organized, and well instructed program that instills knowledge, more awareness, passion and offers guiding principles on how to approach yoga with openness and curiosity as a lifelong journey. The exceptional quality of the teachers attracts high quality, open and engaged students which in turns creates a wonderful atmosphere and community in which to learn, explore, test and grow. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to explore the practice of teaching yoga or simply to deepen their experience as a yoga practitioner and sentient being on this Earth.

    • General Comments

      The JOY of Yoga training program is just that: a pure JOY for all those who undertake it! It is a well constructed, well organized, and well instructed program that instills knowledge, more awareness, passion and offers guiding principles on how to approach yoga with openness and curiosity as a lifelong journey. The exceptional quality of the teachers attracts high quality, open and engaged students which in turns creates a wonderful atmosphere and community in which to learn, explore, test and grow. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to explore the practice of teaching yoga or simply to deepen their experience as a yoga practitioner and sentient being on this Earth.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Stu Jenkins Apr 05, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

    It was a very thorough program. Topics from the history of yoga, anatomy, code of conduct, resume and webpage creation, among others were covered. Anything and everything a new teacher should know was addressed. The teachers were exceptional and made it their mission to create an atmosphere for learning and making sure everyone felt welcomed and was successful in completing this program. Their passion was obvious.

    • General Comments

      It was a very thorough program. Topics from the history of yoga, anatomy, code of conduct, resume and webpage creation, among others were covered. Anything and everything a new teacher should know was addressed. The teachers were exceptional and made it their mission to create an atmosphere for learning and making sure everyone felt welcomed and was successful in completing this program. Their passion was obvious.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Jean Tenore Apr 04, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Duygu Aykol Mar 17, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

    The 200-hr program at Joy was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, learning from one of the best teacher teams through a solid, well-structured program and a supportive community that prepares you for this life-long journey. Joy helped me build a strong physical and mental foundation for teaching and learning yoga that makes me feel confident to go and teach, learn and explore more! Highly recommended to anyone interested in becoming a yoga teacher.

    • General Comments

      The 200-hr program at Joy was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, learning from one of the best teacher teams through a solid, well-structured program and a supportive community that prepares you for this life-long journey. Joy helped me build a strong physical and mental foundation for teaching and learning yoga that makes me feel confident to go and teach, learn and explore more! Highly recommended to anyone interested in becoming a yoga teacher.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Tammy Ting Mar 16, 2023
    Training Program held on Jan 12, 2023—Mar 13, 2023

    My teacher training program was led by two amazing women who provided a comprehensive curriculum, well-rounded experience and inspirational journey.

    • General Comments

      My teacher training program was led by two amazing women who provided a comprehensive curriculum, well-rounded experience and inspirational journey.
First Registered December 2007

School Reviews

Total Reviews: 180

By Stephanie Lowe RYT® 200

Jan 31, 2024

I trust Jenn and Noell with any and everything yoga related. Im so grateful to have gotten to learn from them. We got a lot of teaching practice and it really helped my confidence as a teacher and person. They cover everything and you really get to know them and vice versa! I truly admire them and feel so cared for by them. Full Review

By Sandy He RYT® 200

Dec 18, 2023

It is a warm and supportive community for everyone. I learn a lot not only about yoga but also business sense and personal growth which are so helpful for my own studio. Full Review

All Reviews (180)

Teaching Staff

Noell Clark

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Jennifer Prugh

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Joanne Varni

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Alyssa Hale Prettyman

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

All Teaching Staff (5)

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