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A. Soma Yoga Institute ONLINE & In Person in California

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NPS Score 9.5/10


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101 H Street

Arcata, CA, 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

Residential
trainees stay on-site

Non-residential
trainees commute to the program

Destination / retreat

Languages

English

Other Locations

Soma Yoga Institute - Costa Rica
Playa Coyote, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Soma Yoga Institute Greece
Okreblue Yoga Center
Naousa Paros, Greece

Soma Yoga Institute Peru
Samadhi Sacred Valley, Huayllabamba, Peru

About Soma Yoga Institute

Dedicated to a Therapeutic Approach, High Quality Content, and Accessible Practices Rooted in Tradition Backed by Science Soma Yoga Institute has a world-class faculty team steeped in the traditions of Yoga. Their excellence has been cultivated through decades of enduring...

Dedicated to a Therapeutic Approach, High Quality Content, and Accessible Practices Rooted in Tradition Backed by Science

Soma Yoga Institute has a world-class faculty team steeped in the traditions of Yoga. Their excellence has been cultivated through decades of enduring dedication to their own practice and in-depth study, often in a variety of lineages. We are comprised of master-level Yoga teachers, Certified C-IAYT Yoga Therapists, and those who have been teaching for over 25 years.


We are now enrolling for both LIVE IN-PERSON IMMERSIONS AND ONLINE 200 Hour AND 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings.

Next 200 Hour Immersion Dates

April 23-May 10, 2024 California
May 23-June 16, 2024 Greece
August 1-18, 2024 Costa Rica
November 14-December 2, 2024 Peru
January 5-22, 2025 Costa Rica
February 15-March 5, 2025
https://somayogainstitute.com/

Next 300 HOUR Immersion Dates
May 23-June 16, 2024 Greece
https://somayogainstitute.com/300-greece

Next ONLINE 200 Hour Program Start Dates:

March 15, 2024
June 15, 2024
September 1, 2024
October 15, 2024

**Complete in 8 weeks, 12 weeks, 16 weeks or up to 8 months. Register as an RYT-200 upon graduation.
https://somayogainstitute.com/course-200

Next 300 HOUR ONLINE Dates
Starting in September 2024
https://www.somayogainstitute.online/300hrOnlineYTT


ONLINE INFORMATION

Offering the 200 Hour ONLINE Yoga Teacher Training. Deepen your practice and/ or Become an RYT 200 certified to teach yoga.

Program includes Online Live Zoom Group Calls + One to One Faculty Mentoring + Pre-recorded Content + Lifetime Access 

Learn more about our 200 Hour Online YTT program and meet the teachers.  Sign Up For the Free Webinar Here

You may also get in touch with us by visiting our website here, calling us at 808-333-9591, emailing us at somayogainstitute@gmail.com or setting up a meeting via phone, zoom or facetime here.

Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200. Please email us at somayogainstitute@gmail.com for more information). Our program has personalized one-to-one teacher mentoring and live zoom calls as well as prerecorded content.  

Please visit our website: https://somayogainstitute.com/course-200

Soma Yoga Institute offers 200 hour and 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training Programs. 

The 200 Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training includes vinyasa flow, bio-mechanically sound alignment principles and the path of Yoga as a framework for Holistic Health. This program offers students in-depth skills to explore Yoga as a vehicle for vibrant health, self-transformation, and personal empowerment. Our curriculum includes a unique blend of alignment based vinyasa flow, a solid foundation in Hatha Yoga and 200 hours of instruction offered within a holistic wellness framework. The instruction will cover a wide range of yoga techniques including yoga postures, anatomy, relaxation, breath awareness, pranayama, meditations to calm the mind, contemplations to transform limiting tendencies into life affirming thought patterns, and the application of clear principles of alignment to create safety, balance and freedom in yoga poses. Students explore concepts from Ayurveda, the Upanishads, Patanjali and the Chakra System as frameworks for the application of yoga as a journey towards radiant health and wellbeing. The asana emphasis includes both level one/two alignment based vinyasa flow sequencing as well as gentler and restorative variations. Rather than offer standard sequencing or rigid methodologies, students are exposed to frameworks that inspire each trainee to adapt the practices, awaken their creativity and find their own authentic voice as a teacher. Graduates of this program feel empowered to teach a variety of yoga class types, including: all levels vinyasa yoga, alignment-based classes, yoga foundations, senior, gentle, and restorative.

The 300 hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training course is designed specifically for those who are ready to deepen their knowledge base, teach with more authenticity, expand their repertoire and increase their efficacy in offering yoga as a vehicle for positive personal and planetary transformation and change. The program is open to yoga teachers from all disciplines with six months or more teaching experience (or by permission).

First Registered May 2014

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  • 5 out of 5
    By: Eleni Sallinger Mar 26, 2024
    Training Program held on Sep 01, 2023—Nov 30, 2023

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Emel Sensoy Mar 17, 2024

    This was one of the loveliest experiences I’ve ever had. First of all being in such a beautiful place surrounded by the most supporting and welcoming people as well as the marvelous training I had, I wouldn’t trade these couple of weeks I had for the world. This was the first yoga teacher training course I had taken and I learned so many new things. Both in a teaching and spiritual aspect. This training not only made me so much more confident in being able to take my first steps into teaching yoga but also as a person in general. I really hope to do it again. Thank you so much Liz, Peggy and Salvatierra!!

    • General Comments

      This was one of the loveliest experiences I’ve ever had. First of all being in such a beautiful place surrounded by the most supporting and welcoming people as well as the marvelous training I had, I wouldn’t trade these couple of weeks I had for the world. This was the first yoga teacher training course I had taken and I learned so many new things. Both in a teaching and spiritual aspect. This training not only made me so much more confident in being able to take my first steps into teaching yoga but also as a person in general. I really hope to do it again. Thank you so much Liz, Peggy and Salvatierra!!
  • 4.5 out of 5
    By: Carissa Heller Mar 08, 2024
    Training Program held on Mar 15, 2022—May 15, 2022

  • 5 out of 5
    By: Jenny Napoli Mar 06, 2024
    Training Program held on Oct 15, 2023—Jan 31, 2024

    My daughter said to me about half way through my training, "Mom, I think you are a lot more relaxed and calm when situations arise. It must be from all the yoga you are doing." I definitely feel that way. I feel like I have better tools to deal with anixety, depression, stress, and pain in certain areas of my body. I have loved the study of the fascia and I have actually shared this information with so many of my friends. I really love infusing kind and loving phrases into my yoga teaching and meditation. I feel like I can really share with people the things I have learned and am currently practicing. I had one experience with my sweet neighbor a few weeks ago. She was having some anxiety about having back surgery, and I asked her if I could practice some Restorative yoga with her. Once I got her situated in supta baddha konasana, I loved watching her facial lines soften as she commented how wonderful it felt. I then repeated Meta phases and loving kindness phrases which I was able to personalize to her. It was a very spiritual bonding moment for us. I knew at that point that I had made the right choice in pursuing this training and becoming a yoga teacher. I am so happy I found Soma Yoga Institue. It has been life changing for me.

    • General Comments

      My daughter said to me about half way through my training, "Mom, I think you are a lot more relaxed and calm when situations arise. It must be from all the yoga you are doing." I definitely feel that way. I feel like I have better tools to deal with anixety, depression, stress, and pain in certain areas of my body. I have loved the study of the fascia and I have actually shared this information with so many of my friends. I really love infusing kind and loving phrases into my yoga teaching and meditation. I feel like I can really share with people the things I have learned and am currently practicing. I had one experience with my sweet neighbor a few weeks ago. She was having some anxiety about having back surgery, and I asked her if I could practice some Restorative yoga with her. Once I got her situated in supta baddha konasana, I loved watching her facial lines soften as she commented how wonderful it felt. I then repeated Meta phases and loving kindness phrases which I was able to personalize to her. It was a very spiritual bonding moment for us. I knew at that point that I had made the right choice in pursuing this training and becoming a yoga teacher. I am so happy I found Soma Yoga Institue. It has been life changing for me.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Sofia Englund Feb 27, 2024
    Training Program held on Jun 15, 2023—Aug 31, 2023

    I loved every minute of this training with Soma Yoga Institute and I'm so happy that I chose this particular 200h YTT. It's an amazing course and I would highly recommend it! It's such a comprehensive and solid yoga teacher foundation, which includes topics like anatomy, biomechanics, alignment, sequencing, yin yoga, restorative yoga, ball rolling and the fascia, philosophy, and much more. The course is structured and organised in such a way that you can follow their suggested curriculum, or you can do it at your own pace, following your preferences on any given day. All of the teachers are so knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects that it's impossible to not get interested and nerdy about it too, whether it's about anatomy, the fascia, or sequencing. All the various yoga classes were amazing too, both the ones included in the curriculum and the bonus classes. Also, I really appreciated the live sessions at the start of the course, and that we were given so many 1-1 mentoring sessions. It was the perfect blend of self-paced and having just enough support and accountability to keep you focused. Loved everything about this training and I’m very proud to be a Soma Yoga Institute graduate! :)

    • General Comments

      I loved every minute of this training with Soma Yoga Institute and I'm so happy that I chose this particular 200h YTT. It's an amazing course and I would highly recommend it! It's such a comprehensive and solid yoga teacher foundation, which includes topics like anatomy, biomechanics, alignment, sequencing, yin yoga, restorative yoga, ball rolling and the fascia, philosophy, and much more. The course is structured and organised in such a way that you can follow their suggested curriculum, or you can do it at your own pace, following your preferences on any given day. All of the teachers are so knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects that it's impossible to not get interested and nerdy about it too, whether it's about anatomy, the fascia, or sequencing. All the various yoga classes were amazing too, both the ones included in the curriculum and the bonus classes. Also, I really appreciated the live sessions at the start of the course, and that we were given so many 1-1 mentoring sessions. It was the perfect blend of self-paced and having just enough support and accountability to keep you focused. Loved everything about this training and I’m very proud to be a Soma Yoga Institute graduate! :)
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Melissa Carr Feb 26, 2024
    Training Program held on Apr 15, 2021—Jun 15, 2021

    This 200 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training has taught me so much about myself and how to be more fully present and show up in the world. It has given me tools for approaching life that I will carry with me always. My understanding of Yoga has grown to encompass more than I dreamed--it is definitely a way of being that touches all parts of life. I now feel empowered to create and sustain my own deep personal yoga practice that will include much more than just practicing the physical asana to also encompass meditation, breathwork, deep relaxation, metta practice, and contemplation of the Yamas and Niyamas. It will continue to increase my confidence in my ability to teach as I revisit the course material again and again.

    • General Comments

      This 200 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training has taught me so much about myself and how to be more fully present and show up in the world. It has given me tools for approaching life that I will carry with me always. My understanding of Yoga has grown to encompass more than I dreamed--it is definitely a way of being that touches all parts of life. I now feel empowered to create and sustain my own deep personal yoga practice that will include much more than just practicing the physical asana to also encompass meditation, breathwork, deep relaxation, metta practice, and contemplation of the Yamas and Niyamas. It will continue to increase my confidence in my ability to teach as I revisit the course material again and again.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Lacey J. Rentschler Feb 22, 2024
    Training Program held on Jan 05, 2024—Jan 22, 2024

  • 5 out of 5
    By: JuliKa Yoga Feb 20, 2024
    Training Program held on Jun 01, 2022—Jun 18, 2022

    I highly recommend Soma Yoga Institute for the program design, teaching method, therapeutic alignment, and yoga philosophy teachings. The daily schedule was perfect, a good balance of contemplation, movement, input, breaks, and integration. Learning sequencing was my favorite part, the alignment sessions combined with anatomy were really helpful. I also broadened my understanding of yoga philosophy and how to bring yogic qualities into the yoga classroom and daily life. The program was very accessible to all body types, levels of experience and personal background. Soma Yoga Institute left us students with compassionate hearts and confidence to share the joy of Yoga with our communities. I am confident and excited to teach others with the bhava of service to humanity!

    • General Comments

      I highly recommend Soma Yoga Institute for the program design, teaching method, therapeutic alignment, and yoga philosophy teachings. The daily schedule was perfect, a good balance of contemplation, movement, input, breaks, and integration. Learning sequencing was my favorite part, the alignment sessions combined with anatomy were really helpful. I also broadened my understanding of yoga philosophy and how to bring yogic qualities into the yoga classroom and daily life. The program was very accessible to all body types, levels of experience and personal background. Soma Yoga Institute left us students with compassionate hearts and confidence to share the joy of Yoga with our communities. I am confident and excited to teach others with the bhava of service to humanity!
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Donna Rae Feb 08, 2024
    Training Program held on Jun 15, 2023—Aug 31, 2023

    The online training with live Zoom meeting support was very comprehensive, convenient, and affordable.

    • General Comments

      The online training with live Zoom meeting support was very comprehensive, convenient, and affordable.
  • 5 out of 5
    By: Samantha Murphy Feb 06, 2024

    The 200 hour yoga teacher training environment was exceptionally welcoming and fostered openness. The instructors with their wealth of knowledge and approachable demeanor played a pivotal role in making this journey enriching. Taking the leap into this training without any expectations was a game changer. It allowed me to uncover a whole new side of myself. I found profound connection to my inner self and a heightened sense of self-worth.

    • General Comments

      The 200 hour yoga teacher training environment was exceptionally welcoming and fostered openness. The instructors with their wealth of knowledge and approachable demeanor played a pivotal role in making this journey enriching. Taking the leap into this training without any expectations was a game changer. It allowed me to uncover a whole new side of myself. I found profound connection to my inner self and a heightened sense of self-worth.
First Registered May 2014

School Reviews

Total Reviews: 496

By Eleni Sallinger RYT® 200

Mar 26, 2024

Full Review

By Emel Sensoy RYT® 200

Mar 17, 2024

This was one of the loveliest experiences I’ve ever had. First of all being in such a beautiful place surrounded by the most supporting and welcoming people as well as the marvelous training I had, I wouldn’t trade these couple of weeks I had for the world. This was the first yoga teacher training course I had taken and I learned so many new things. Both in a teaching and spiritual aspect. This training not only made me so much more confident in being able to take my first steps into teaching yoga but also as a person in general. I really hope to do it again. Thank you so much Liz, Peggy and Salvatierra!! Full Review

All Reviews (496)

Teaching Staff

Samantha Akers

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Liz Heffernan

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Molly Masaoka

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Peggy Profant

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

Alison Scola C-IAYT

E-RYT® 500, YACEP®

All Teaching Staff (5)

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