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Mark Stephens Yoga Teacher Training

4.84

Based on 205 reviews

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NPS Score 9.3/10


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Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Types of Yoga Taught

Flow Yoga

Alignment-Oriented Yoga

Spiritually-Oriented 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 Mark Stephens Yoga Teacher Training

We practice yoga because it makes our lives better - healthier, happier, more holistic. Knowing yoga's amazing power to change our own lives and open us to our truest and greatest potential, we're inspired to share it with others. And in sharing it with others, we come...

We practice yoga because it makes our lives better - healthier, happier, more holistic. Knowing yoga's amazing power to change our own lives and open us to our truest and greatest potential, we're inspired to share it with others. And in sharing it with others, we come to learn even more about ourselves, to more clearly see the fullness of our lives, to live more consciously, to give more lovingly. 

 

I teach yoga because I know from many years experience that it can make everyone's life better, regardless of age or condition. With nealrly a quarter century of steady practice and a strong background in education, I choose to write books on teaching yoga and to train yoga teachers because I believe in intelligently and passionately sharing the practice.
 

If you share these values - that yoga makes life better, that yoga is for everybody, and that everyone deserves the best possible teacher - then I invite you to explore what I have to offer. Like life itself, yoga is constantly evolving. By stepping onto the path of the teacher, you're opening to more fully participating in the creative evolution of this ancient practice that you know makes a world of difference in millions of people's lives. Keep breathing and become part of making that difference.

First Registered April 2007

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  • 5 out of 5
    By: Kannika Jan 19, 2024

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Luiza Junot Jan 10, 2024

    I loved this training. Mark is an experienced teacher, with a huge knowledge about Yoga and he knows how to translate this ancient philosophy in a didactic way. I learned a lot with him and I intend to continue my studying through Mark Stephens platform. His videos are amazing! It is the best course I did so far.

    • General Comments

      I loved this training. Mark is an experienced teacher, with a huge knowledge about Yoga and he knows how to translate this ancient philosophy in a didactic way. I learned a lot with him and I intend to continue my studying through Mark Stephens platform. His videos are amazing! It is the best course I did so far.
  • 4 out of 5
    By: Sandi Goller Jan 03, 2024

    Mark's knowledge is encyclopedic! It was an honor to learn from him.

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      Mark's knowledge is encyclopedic! It was an honor to learn from him.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Kristi Robbins Jan 02, 2024

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Sarah Creef Baugher Jan 01, 2024

    Mark is incredibly knowledgeable and the content is very well organized.

    • General Comments

      Mark is incredibly knowledgeable and the content is very well organized.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Lucas King Dec 31, 2023

    Mark Stephens is, in my humble opinion, the best teacher of teachers out there. I've met so many registered yoga teachers over the years and have never encountered someone with such a substantial knowledge base who is also open to learning more. Mark proves over and over again that we should never stop learning and he embodies the saying, "the more you know, the more you know you don't know." His training is thorough, accessible, fun, and thought provoking, I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone looking to further their training. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to study with him and look forward to continuing my learning with him.

    • General Comments

      Mark Stephens is, in my humble opinion, the best teacher of teachers out there. I've met so many registered yoga teachers over the years and have never encountered someone with such a substantial knowledge base who is also open to learning more. Mark proves over and over again that we should never stop learning and he embodies the saying, "the more you know, the more you know you don't know." His training is thorough, accessible, fun, and thought provoking, I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone looking to further their training. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to study with him and look forward to continuing my learning with him.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Ginger Boermeester Dec 14, 2023

  • 4.5 out of 5
    By: Iris van Groeningen Dec 07, 2023

    Good training program with lots of background.

    • General Comments

      Good training program with lots of background.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Kristen McLaughlin Nov 27, 2023

    Mark is a thorough and extremely knowledgable yoga teacher. His 200-hour training encompassed every aspect of yoga from anatomy and alignment to philosophical and historical perspective. I hope to train w/ Mark again and highly recommend.

    • General Comments

      Mark is a thorough and extremely knowledgable yoga teacher. His 200-hour training encompassed every aspect of yoga from anatomy and alignment to philosophical and historical perspective. I hope to train w/ Mark again and highly recommend.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Dave Emery Nov 06, 2023

    My in person weekend format 300 Hr YTT with Mark Stephens met and exceeded expectations. This training is led by an amazing instructor with a tremendous resume that he willingly shares with each student. I felt challenged but safe. The cohort was of a perfect size that allowed for plenty of one on one In addition Mark was always available between sessions. This training has made a positive difference in my teaching and I wholeheartedly recommend any training or immersion with Mark.

    • General Comments

      My in person weekend format 300 Hr YTT with Mark Stephens met and exceeded expectations. This training is led by an amazing instructor with a tremendous resume that he willingly shares with each student. I felt challenged but safe. The cohort was of a perfect size that allowed for plenty of one on one In addition Mark was always available between sessions. This training has made a positive difference in my teaching and I wholeheartedly recommend any training or immersion with Mark.
First Registered April 2007

School Reviews

Total Reviews: 205

By Kannika RYT® 500

Jan 19, 2024

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By Luiza Junot RYT® 200

Jan 10, 2024

I loved this training. Mark is an experienced teacher, with a huge knowledge about Yoga and he knows how to translate this ancient philosophy in a didactic way. I learned a lot with him and I intend to continue my studying through Mark Stephens platform. His videos are amazing! It is the best course I did so far. Full Review

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