A Journey of Growth,
Connection, & Purpose
Whether you dream of teaching yoga or simply want to deepen your understanding of yourself, this training offers the tools, mentorship, and community to help you thrive.
The Yogic Path is Lifelong
Whether you dream of teaching yoga or simply want to deepen your understanding of yourself, our 200-Hour Yoga + Meditation Teacher Training is a transformational journey into movement, mindfulness, purpose, and community.
Over 13 weeks, you'll gain the skills, confidence, and support to guide others while building a stronger connection to yourself.
✓ Yoga Alliance Certified 200 hour Certification
✓ Inclusive & Trauma-Aware Approach
✓ 4 Months Unlimited Yoga Included ($450 value)
✓ Scholarships & Payment Plans Available
✓ No Teaching Experience Required
Applications are now open for our September cohort.
Spring 2026 Zion Well YTT group at graduation.
This Training Is For You If...
You've fallen in love with yoga + want to learn more.
You want to teach yoga classes in your community.
You want to feel more confident speaking in front of others.
You're seeking deeper purpose and personal growth.
You want tools to support your mental health and wellbeing.
You crave meaningful community and connection.
You want to learn about yoga beyond the poses.
You do not need to be advanced, flexible, or planning to teach. 3+ months of yoga practice recommended.
“Yoga is a light, which once lit, will never dim.”
- BKS Iyengar
Tell us your why
“Zion Well's YTT was one of the best experiences of my life. Each detail of the training was clearly crafted with care and love, and I came away with a deeper knowledge not just of the practice of yoga, but of myself. Art and Aubrey are incredible teachers, who uplift and empower their students.”
— Beth, 2025 Spring YTT Graduate
“I'm so grateful to Zion Well. They truly integrate their values all throughout their business and don't shy away from being advocates and allies in an industry that can so often be whitewashed.”
— Ellie, 2022 Spring YTT Graduate
Curriculum
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More than ancient teachings, yoga philosophy offers a roadmap for living with greater intention, compassion, and purpose.
Explore the roots of yoga through foundational texts, ethical principles, and timeless wisdom that continue to guide modern life. Together, we'll examine how these teachings can help us navigate challenges, deepen self-awareness, and cultivate a more meaningful relationship with ourselves and the world around us.
You'll leave with more than knowledge—you'll gain practical tools for living your yoga both on and off the mat.
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Learn to move with greater awareness, confidence, and respect for the uniqueness of every body.
Develop a deeper understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and alignment principles to support safe, sustainable movement. Rather than striving for a single "perfect" shape, you'll learn how to adapt postures to meet the needs of diverse bodies, abilities, and experiences.
This section will help you build trust in your own body while developing the skills to support others with clarity and confidence.
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Discover practices that help you slow down, tune in, and navigate life with greater presence.
Through meditation, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques, you'll learn how to regulate the nervous system, cultivate self-awareness, and create moments of calm in a busy world. These practices become more than teaching tools—they become lifelong companions for managing stress, building resilience, and connecting with what matters most.
As your personal practice deepens, so does your ability to guide others with authenticity and care.
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Find your voice and learn to lead from a place of authenticity.
Teaching yoga is about more than sequencing postures—it's about creating experiences that help people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Through hands-on practice, feedback, and mentorship, you'll learn how to structure classes, communicate effectively, offer meaningful cues, and hold space for a variety of students.
Whether you plan to teach professionally or simply want to grow in confidence, this section will help you step into leadership with courage and clarity.
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Learn how to create spaces where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported.
At Zion Well, we believe yoga should be accessible to every body and every story. Explore trauma-aware teaching, inclusive language, accessibility, nervous system regulation, and the role yoga can play in supporting overall wellbeing.
You'll develop the awareness and skills needed to meet students with compassion, honor diverse experiences, and foster a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the yoga mat.
Training Schedule
The 200 hr Zion Well Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training offers a flexible schedule that is blended between self guided content, zoom sessions and in person meetings. Trainees receive a free membership to Zion Well studios through the length of the course. For the 13 weeks of training the schedule will be organized as follows:
Tuesdays: 5:30 - 7:30 p on Zoom
Saturdays: 12 p - 4 p in person at the Ann Arbor Zion Well studio (3384 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor MI)
Investment
Tuition: $2,550 ($2350 early bird price til 30 days before training begins)
Includes:
200-Hour Yoga Alliance Certification
4 Months Unlimited Membership ($432 value)
Online Learning Platform
Mentorship & Feedback
Meditation Training
Breathwork Training
Teaching Practicum
Access to a Supportive Community
Payment plans available.
Partial scholarships available for LGBTQIA+, BIPOC+, and single-parent applicants.
Our training combines the depth of traditional yoga education with a modern focus on mental health, inclusivity, and nervous system regulation. We believe yoga should be accessible to every body and every story, and we are committed to creating a learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow.
What makes Zion Well’s training different?
Yoga Teacher Training Staff
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend that. you have been practicing yoga in some capacity for 3+ months. This can include home practice, videos on Youtube etc.
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All of the in person (Saturday dates) can be made up if you must miss a section. All Tuesdays are recorded and can be watched at a later time. Each week is unique and has a different requirement for make-up so please inform your lead instructor of any time you must miss so arrangements can be made. Email with questions about specific dates or concerns.
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Throughout the course you are required to complete about 2+- hours (per week) of content outside the scheduled time together. This content is a combination of videos, readings and short reflections. You have 1 year to complete all of the self guided content.
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No problem at all! If you do not plan to teach and do not care if you receive a certification through Yoga Alliance you will not be required to complete the practicum section (where you must teach 5 classes to your cohort)
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Yes we offer limited scholarships for BIPOC, LGBTQIA2+ and single parents. Apply for a scholarship ASAP as space is limited.
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Yes! We offer 6,9 and 12 month payment plan options. Our payment plans do not have any interest but may incur a credit card processing fee. We are flexible so let us know what would be most supportive to you.
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In order to finish the certification you must complete all course requirements.
Practice a minimum of 30 hours with a lead Zion Well instructor.
All training hours completed
All self guided content completed
Final exam submitted
5 practicum classes taught
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Yes! The Zion Well teacher training program has an entire section dedicated to meditation, mindfulness and breathwork. You will learn about how these things impact the body especially the nervous system as well as how to facilitate. Most trainees find this is a great time to dive into their personal meditation practice.