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Is this your time to teach?

200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING


If you’re ready to deepen your practice, study yoga as a complete path, and step into the role of teacher with confidence, this training is for you! Over the course of 10 weekends, you’ll gain not just a certificate but the tools, knowledge, and confidence to share yoga in an authentic way

October 10, 2025 – December 21, 2025

This training is more than a certification—it’s a journey into the heart of yoga. Whether you dream of teaching or want to deepen your personal practice, our 200-hour program blends tradition, modern understanding, and hands-on experience to give you a strong foundation as a practitioner and a teacher.

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Our 200-hour training is structured around 10 immersive weekends, each with a unique focus:

  • History of Yoga & Foundational Yogic Concepts – Understand yoga’s roots, philosophies, and the evolution of asana practice.


  • Asana Techniques, Teaching and Practice – Develop hands-on assisting skills while learning about consent, safety, and inclusive teaching practices.


  • Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics – Gain functional understanding of the body, including skeletal, muscular, nervous, and respiratory systems, applied directly to asana and safe alignment.


  • Sequencing & Teaching Methodology – Learn how to design effective, balanced classes, build intelligent sequences, and cue with confidence.
     
  • Yogic Ethics & Lifestyle – Study Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga and discover how yogic ethics inform both practice, teaching and life.
     
  • Pranayama & Meditation – Learn how to teach breathing techniques and explore meditation practices for inner clarity.


  • Adjustments, Assists & Teaching Ethics – Develop hands-on assisting skills while learning about consent, safety, and inclusive teaching practices.
     
  • Bhagavad Gita, Mantras & Mudras – Dive into one of yoga’s most profound texts and experience the transformative power of mantra and energy seals.
     
  • Yin, Restorative & Prenatal Yoga – Explore specialized modalities and the art of creating deep relaxation and support for every body.
     
  • Business of Yoga – Build a foundation for teaching as a career: branding, marketing, liability, and cultivating community.
     
  • Practicum & Integration – Practice teaching, receive mentorship, and graduate ready to lead yoga classes.


  • Experiential learning: Every module combines lecture, discussion, guided practice, and teaching labs, so you learn by doing—not just listening.
     
  • Emphasis on self-practice: You’ll develop your own steady practice of asana, pranayama, and meditation, building the foundation needed to guide others authentically.
     
  • Community and mentorship: Small group mentorship ensures personalized feedback, real-time support, and a sense of connection as you grow as a teacher and practitioner.

WhO is the training for?

This 200-hour teacher training is for students who are ready to go beyond the surface of yoga and commit to a transformative, structured journey of study and practice. It’s not a retreat—it’s an in-depth training that requires dedication, curiosity, and consistent effort. This program is ideal for:

  • Dedicated practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of yoga philosophy, asana, pranayama, meditation, and the subtle body.
     
  • Aspiring teachers who want a strong foundation in alignment, sequencing, teaching methodology, and ethical practices.
     
  • Students of all levels who wish to strengthen their personal practice, learn intelligent approaches to movement, and build confidence in applying yoga tools in daily life.
     
  • Those seeking a structured program that integrates history, philosophy, anatomy, and teaching skills into a cohesive learning experience.
     
  • Anyone curious about yoga as a complete system—beyond physical postures—exploring its spiritual, mental, and energetic dimensions.
     
  • People willing to show up and do the work, understanding that meaningful growth requires effort, self-reflection, and consistency.

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A good teacher is one who takes the student beyond himself.


Sri Dharma Mittra

200hr teacher Training at a glance

dates & schedule:

October 10th, 2025 – December 21st, 2025

Saturdays: 8:00am-8:00pm

Sundays: 9:00am - 5:00pm


Weekend off: 

November 29th, 30th


Opening Ceremony:

Friday, October 10th, 6:30pm 


Graduation: January 10th, 2026

Required Reading:

Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and Bhagavad Gita.

Tuition & Enrollment:

  • Early Bird: $2,222 (before August 8, 2025)
  • Regular Tuition: $2,555
  • Members discount: $100
  • Flexible payment plans available. 

prerequisites:

Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Sound of Om is designed for dedicated students ready to dive deeply into the study and teaching of yoga. This is not a retreat—it’s an intensive program that requires commitment, focus, and a genuine willingness to grow.

  • Applicants must have at least 6 months of consistent yoga practice prior to the training. This ensures you have a foundational understanding of basic poses, alignment, and the discipline needed to sustain a deeper study.
  • A desire to help others. This could mean wanting to inspire healthier lifestyles, create safe spaces for healing, or simply share tools for self-discovery and well-being.

Application process:

Step 1 – Secure Your Spot
Reserve your place by submitting a short application and paying the deposit. Spots are intentionally limited to maintain personalized level of instruction and meaningful connections.

Step 2 – Complete Your Enrollment
We’ll confirm your acceptance and send registration details, payment options, and required agreements.

Step 3 – Prepare for Your Journey
You’ll receive a welcome packet with pre-training readings, self-practice guidance, and details about the training structure and schedule.

Requirements to complete certification:

Attendance is required for all training sessions to ensure you meet the training standards and gain the necessary teaching skills. If you miss a class, you must notify the lead trainer in advance and arrange makeup work, which may include attending additional classes at Sound of Om, completing written assignments, or scheduling a private session. Up to 12 hours of missed time can be made up this way; missing more than 12 hours may require joining a future training to complete certification. 

Are you ready to take the step?

Becoming a yoga teacher is a commitment—not just to the practice, but to yourself. This training will challenge you, inspire you, and give you the tools to share yoga with confidence and authenticity.

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The yogi is balanced in all things—including time, energy, and livelihood.


Bhagavad Gita

FACULTY

Katya Guseva – Lead Trainer

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Katya (200 RYT, 500 E-RYT, YACEP) practices and shares yoga with others for the experience that *there are no others*. She has practiced with Eddie Stern, Kino McGregor, Tim Feldman, David Swenson, apprenticed with Alex Shatzberg, and graduated from Assist and Adjust School in Miami Life Center, as well as Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series Tea

Katya (200 RYT, 500 E-RYT, YACEP) practices and shares yoga with others for the experience that *there are no others*. She has practiced with Eddie Stern, Kino McGregor, Tim Feldman, David Swenson, apprenticed with Alex Shatzberg, and graduated from Assist and Adjust School in Miami Life Center, as well as Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series Teacher Training with David Swenson. Katya is a dedicated student (800HR in progress) of Sri Guru Dharma Mitra, who inspires her to serve others on their yoga journey and help them discover the transformative power of yoga within themselves.

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Andrea is known for her seamless weaving of dynamic and graceful asana movement with breath control, meditation, philosophy, chanting, sound journeys and lighthearted fun. She embodies the essence of yoga as a teacher, practitioner, and holistic coach for over 10 years. From training yoga teachers, to leading international retreats in Hon

Andrea is known for her seamless weaving of dynamic and graceful asana movement with breath control, meditation, philosophy, chanting, sound journeys and lighthearted fun. She embodies the essence of yoga as a teacher, practitioner, and holistic coach for over 10 years. From training yoga teachers, to leading international retreats in Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and India, to teaching in US and Latin American festivals, she even teaches at the NYC Department of Health. Her relentless commitment to spreading yoga is given in gratitude to her teachers Sri Dharma Mittra and Prahlada ji. 

Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal – Anatomy & Physiology

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal – Anatomy & Physiology

Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal is a neurologist in New York City. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree is Neural Science and his Doctor of Medicine degree both at NYU. He completed residency in neurology at NYU, Bellevue, and Manhattan VA, serving as chief resident, and a clinical fellowship in neurophysiology at Weill-Cornell School of Me

Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal is a neurologist in New York City. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree is Neural Science and his Doctor of Medicine degree both at NYU. He completed residency in neurology at NYU, Bellevue, and Manhattan VA, serving as chief resident, and a clinical fellowship in neurophysiology at Weill-Cornell School of Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is an avid yoga student of Sri Dharma Mittra. Since 2014, he has been hosting events about neuroscience and yoga, and is working to expand his research programs to include yoga interventions.

Jeremy Tucci – Pranayama & Meditation

Andrea Bertucci – History & Foundational Yogic Concepts

Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal – Anatomy & Physiology

Jeremy’s journey into yoga began through meditation. After countless hours of sitting in stillness, yoga emerged as a way to deepen his practice. This opened the door to exploring various yoga lineages, eventually leading him on a nearly year-long journey across the USA in search of something beyond the ordinary. His path found its true d

Jeremy’s journey into yoga began through meditation. After countless hours of sitting in stillness, yoga emerged as a way to deepen his practice. This opened the door to exploring various yoga lineages, eventually leading him on a nearly year-long journey across the USA in search of something beyond the ordinary. His path found its true direction when he encountered Sri Dharma Mittra—it felt like coming home. Dedicating himself to the practice, Jeremy completed the Life of a Yogi 50HR, 200HR, 500HR and 800HR teacher training programs under Sri Dharma Mittra. 

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Tony is a passionate yoga instructor who has been sharing his practice for almost a decade across diverse locations such as Bali, Guatemala, NYC, Portland, and Wisconsin. With an extensive teaching background totaling over 2000 hours, complemented by three 200HR yoga teacher trainings and a comprehensive 300HR teacher training, Tony's cla

Tony is a passionate yoga instructor who has been sharing his practice for almost a decade across diverse locations such as Bali, Guatemala, NYC, Portland, and Wisconsin. With an extensive teaching background totaling over 2000 hours, complemented by three 200HR yoga teacher trainings and a comprehensive 300HR teacher training, Tony's classes are a fusion of expertise and inspiration bound to leave a lasting impact on your practice.

Jackie Anderson – Assists & Adjusts

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Jackie has been practicing yoga for over fifteen years, maintaining a daily Ashtanga yoga practice since 2013. She received her 200HR teaching certification in 2014 and has taught in studios, schools, and libraries. Her teaching is rooted in making the practice accessible and meaningful for all. She completed a Primary Series intensive in

Jackie has been practicing yoga for over fifteen years, maintaining a daily Ashtanga yoga practice since 2013. She received her 200HR teaching certification in 2014 and has taught in studios, schools, and libraries. Her teaching is rooted in making the practice accessible and meaningful for all. She completed a Primary Series intensive in 2018 at Ashtanga Yoga Center in Encinitas, CA. Before moving back north, she assisted in the Mysore room at Flow Yoga Center in DC. She is forever grateful to her teachers: Jen Renè, Tim Miller, and Christine Hoar.

Lydia Wei – Prenatal & Restorative

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Lydia Wei – Prenatal & Restorative

As a lifelong dancer and a special education teacher for children with special needs for the past 20 years, Lydia continuously gravitates toward the study of movement, both of body and mind to find equanimity and harmony. In 2011, Lydia completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training and Restorative yoga training at OM Yoga Center under the 

As a lifelong dancer and a special education teacher for children with special needs for the past 20 years, Lydia continuously gravitates toward the study of movement, both of body and mind to find equanimity and harmony. In 2011, Lydia completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training and Restorative yoga training at OM Yoga Center under the mentorship of Cyndi Lee, Frank Mauro and Joe Miller. In 2017, She completed 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Flannary Foster and studied Ashtanga Mysore with Amy Priya in Brooklyn, New York. In 2019 Lydia studied with Juliana Mitchell and received her prenatal yoga teacher certification at Sacred Sound Yoga. She remains ever grateful for all her teachers’ compassion, knowledge and love. 

Jen Armistead – Business of Yoga

Tony Meyer – Biomechanics & Sequencing

Lydia Wei – Prenatal & Restorative

Jen is a scientist, humanitarian, yoga practitioner and teacher. Jen approaches yoga much like an experiment, and encourages everyone to investigate the potential of their mind-body-spirit connection. She values autonomy over authority and strives to empower individuals to develop a compassionate, intuitive and exploratory yoga practice. 

Jen is a scientist, humanitarian, yoga practitioner and teacher. Jen approaches yoga much like an experiment, and encourages everyone to investigate the potential of their mind-body-spirit connection. She values autonomy over authority and strives to empower individuals to develop a compassionate, intuitive and exploratory yoga practice. She is a co-founder of Yoga Commons in Fairfax, VA. Jen is a student above all else and is grateful for her teachers and mentors, namely Sri Dharma Mittra, David Kyle, and Nathania Stambouli, as well as all those of the Ashtanga and Dharma Yoga lineages, past and present. She has completed over 1200 hours of training and is a certified Dharma Yoga and Rocket Yoga Teacher.

what you receive

Experiential learning:

Our teacher training is not just about learning yoga—it’s about living it. At Sound of Om, we believe that teaching comes from experience, presence, and deep understanding. 

Lineage & Authenticity:

Inspired by the wisdom of teachers like Sri Dharma Mittra and the Ashtanga tradition, our curriculum blends classical teachings with modern, accessible approaches.  

Hands-On Experience:

Teach community classes at Sound of Om to gain real-world teaching practice. You’ll gain more than just a certification—you’ll learn to hold space, guide students safely, and create meaningful classes that resonate far beyond the mat.

Practical & Holistic Approach:

From anatomy and philosophy to sequencing and the business of yoga, we cover all aspects of becoming a well-rounded teacher.

Personalized attention:

With intimate group sizes and personalized mentorship, you’ll receive the attention and feedback you need to grow into a confident teacher.

Support Beyond Training:

Ongoing mentorship and guidance to help you thrive as a teacher.

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