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Learn to work with therapeutic groups in a variety of settings. Designed as the first part of our International Association of Yoga Therapists accredited 800-Hour program, the 300-Hour Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga covers the essential fundamentals of yoga as a therapeutic approach with a specialized focus on advancing your knowledge of the anatomy of postures. It consists of three modules taken in order and offered in a hybrid format of online and on campus courses. Once you complete this 300-hour training, you are eligible to continue your journey toward becoming a certified yoga therapist through the remaining six modules of our 800-hour Professional Yoga Therapist Program.

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Do I need a 200-hour yoga teacher certificate to apply for this training?
Yes, a 200-hour yoga teacher certificate is a prerequisite for this training, as is having a consistent personal yoga practice for at least one year. Ideally, we also recommend that applicants have one year of teaching experience, but this is not a prerequisite for the 300-hour KSIYT track.

Does my 200-hour yoga teacher certificate have to be from the Kripalu School of Yoga?
No, we accept 200-hour yoga teacher certificates from all traditions, as long as the school is registered with Yoga Alliance.

Do KSIYT modules count toward the Kripalu School of Yoga 300-hour or the Kripalu School of Ayurveda 300-Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher Training​?
No, KSIYT modules only count toward the KSIYT 300-Hour Advanced Teacher of Yoga Therapy Training or the 800-Hour Professional Yoga Therapist Program.

Is the KSIYT 300-hour Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga Training registered with Yoga Alliance?
Yes. Upon completion of Foundations of Yoga Therapy Part 1 and, Part 2, 19 homework hours and In-Depth Anatomy of Asana, you'll receive a 300-hour Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga certificate. You may use this certificate, along with your 200-hour yoga teacher certification, to apply with Yoga Alliance for the 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) designation.

Can I take In-Depth Anatomy prior to taking Foundations Part Module 1 and Module 2?
No, you must take Foundations Part 1 and 2 prior to taking In-Depth Anatomy of Asana.

Can I transfer credits from other trainings?
No, we do not accept transfer credits for the KSIYT 300-hour track.

What do I need to apply?
You will need a copy of your 200-hour yoga teaching certificate or Yoga Alliance RYT registration card.

If I start the 300-hour Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga track, can I continue with the 800-hour Professional Yoga Therapist Program?
Absolutely!

How long do I have to complete this training?
The 300-Hour Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga certification program can be completed within two years.

Do you still have questions?
Call 413-448-3152 or email kripaluschools@kripalu.org.