with Raama Das, and Swami Ramananda
TUITION* $3100
$2800 Early Bird exp. 2/9/2026
Dates and Time (PDT)
Module 1, Yoga Immersion Program:
March 9–May 16, 2026 (no class 5/9)
Mondays: 5:30–8:30 pm
Saturdays: 8:30 am–12 pm, 1:30–4:30 pm
Module 2, Yoga Teaching Essentials:
August 22–November 16, 2026 (no class 9/5, 9/7)
Tuesdays: 5:30–8:30 pm
Sundays: 8:30 am–12 pm, 1:30–4:30 pm
3-day weekend: Friday 9/25 5:30 pm–Sunday 9/27 12:30 pm
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FREE informational Open House!
Join us for one of our two Open Houses. Meet the trainers and learn more about the curriculum. There will be time to ask any questions that you may have.
Our Yoga Teacher Training program has been transforming lives and training teachers since 1981. Integral Yoga promotes physical and mental well-being through an inward, spiritually focused approach to Hatha Yoga, guiding practitioners toward inner peace and heightened self-awareness.
This program is offered in a two-module format, allowing you the flexibility to take either one or both modules. To receive the 200-hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training certification—and to be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT-200—you must complete both modules within two years.
Prerequisites:
active Yoga practice of at least six months
experience with Integral Yoga. You can gain this experience by attending classes at the Integral Yoga Institute San Francisco—either in person (when available) or online.
Module 1: March 9 - May 16, 2026 (no class 5/9)
Mondays: 5:30-8:30 pm PT
Saturdays: 8:30 am–12:00 pm, 1:30–4:30 pm PT
The Yoga Immersion Program provides a strong foundation for personal and spiritual development. Whether you're looking to deepen your own practice or prepare to teach others, this module offers an authentic experience of living Yoga, including well-rounded and in-depth studies.
Module 1 features comprehensive learning in various classical aspects of Yoga, including asana, philosophy, pranayama, meditation, and basic anatomy. You’ll also gain insight into other traditional yogic practices, along with guidance for establishing a personalized home practice.
You have the option to complete Module 2 within the next two years to fulfill the 200-hour certification requirements.
For more information visit: The Yoga Immersion Program
August 22 - November 16, 2026 (no class 9/5, 9/7)
Includes a 3 day weekend: Friday 9/25 5:30 pm - Sunday 9/27 12:30 pm
Mondays: 5:30-8:30 pm PT
Saturdays: 8:30 am–12:00 pm, 1:30–4:30 pm PT
Teaching Essentials Module provides further understanding of Hatha Yoga and a thorough training in developing the skills necessary to become a confident, knowledgeable Yoga instructor. This course certifies any participant who has previously completed Module 1 or a RYS 200-hour training with a different school of yoga to teach an Integral Yoga Level 1 - Beginners Hatha Yoga Class.
Module 2 Curriculum includes a thorough training in asana, anatomy, teaching methodology, practicum and professional development, including how to make adjustments, teach yoga workshops, and much more. Our weekly teaching practice sessions are supported by experienced mentoring staff, where students are guided individually towards the goal of teaching a full class online and in-person.
The Teaching Essentials Module offers a deeper understanding of Hatha Yoga and comprehensive training in the skills necessary to become a confident, knowledgeable Yoga instructor. This course certifies any participant who has previously completed Module 1 or a 200-hour RYS training with another yoga school to teach an Integral Yoga Level 1 – Beginners Hatha Yoga class.
The Module 2 Curriculum includes in-depth training in asana, anatomy, teaching methodology, practicum, and professional development. Topics covered include making adjustments, leading yoga workshops, and much more.
Weekly teaching practice sessions are supported by experienced mentoring staff, who provide individualized guidance to help students progress toward teaching a complete class—both online and in person.
For more information visit: Yoga Teaching Essentials
Overview of 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (2-Part Program)
Our Yoga Teacher Training program offers a balance of theory and practice on a broad range of topics. Graduates of both Module 1 & 2 are certified to teach Integral Yoga Level 1 - Beginners Hatha Yoga Class and are qualified to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200.
Certification Requirements
To receive certification, participants must complete the following:
Teach a qualifying class to fellow trainees.
Pass three written assessments:
Raja Yoga Review – Can be taken at the end of Module 1.
Midterm Quiz – Covers detailed knowledge of the sequence and core poses of the Integral Yoga Level 1 class.
Final Exam – Includes Yogic terminology, the sciences of Yoga, and basic anatomy.
In addition to passing all written reviews, students must meet attendance requirements and successfully teach a full Integral Yoga Beginners class as part of the practicum.
Support and Community
Graduates of our two-part program may apply to teach at the Integral Yoga Institute. If accepted, they receive additional free mentorship-based training and access to ongoing continuing education opportunities. They are also eligible to apply for a variety of graduate-level teacher trainings that lead toward 500-hour certification.
This training program includes free access to all Yoga classes offered at Integral Yoga Institute San Francisco and free access to IYTV, a large and ever-expanding library of recorded Integral Yoga Teachings and classes, throughout the duration of this training!
Online
The entire training can be completed online. We offer optional in-person components, though they will not be required. We are committed to providing a safe, high-quality learning experience for all participants.
Graduates will develop the skills needed to teach both in-person and online. As Yoga Alliance continues to update its guidelines for online teacher training, we remain aligned with their standards. Our dedicated staff provides personalized support and online coaching to ensure meaningful connection and guidance throughout the training.
All materials shared online, including lecture recordings, will be available throughout the training and for three months after graduation.
Technological Requirements
Please note that regular access to the internet is required to participate in this online training. You must be able to run Zoom on your computer or tablet and have an active email account to receive course materials.
*Payment information and Refund Policy:
A $25 non-refundable application fee is applied towards the tuition. After your application has been accepted, you will be prompted to make a payment when we start enrolling students into the course. If you apply before the early bird pricing expires, you will receive a discounted early-bird price. For RYT 200 teachers, please email us your diploma when you apply at [email protected]. Full payment is required one week before the start of the program, unless a prior payment plan has been arranged. Once the program begins, the program tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable. If canceling before the start of the program, the balance will be refunded minus $175 administration fee.
Partial scholarships are available for this training when possible. We accept scholarship applications up to one month prior to the start of the training. BIPOC are encouraged to apply.
We offer payment plans for our applicants. The tuition is divided into a number of smaller payments. A one-time, $35 admin fee applies when setting up your plan. You can apply with an early enrollment option and start your payments in advance to have smaller monthly payments.
For more information, please contact [email protected]
This training program includes free access to all Yoga classes offered at Integral Yoga San Francisco and free access to IYTV, a large and ever-expanding library of recorded Integral Yoga Teachings, throughout the duration of this training!
Raama Das, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT, is a former director of the Integral Yoga® Teachers Association and has been instructing Integral Yoga since 2009. He is a lead trainer for the Integral Yoga 200-hour Teacher Training at Yogaville and co-presenter for the 200 and 500-hour Yoga Alliance programs at Heal Me Institute in Fredericksburg. Raama recently received certification as a Yoga Therapist through the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), having studied Yoga programs for specific health conditions, including, anxiety, depression, cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and addiction. He is also certified as a teacher of Intermediate Hatha, Raja Yoga, Meditation, Stress Management, Yin Yoga, and Yoga for our Elders. Raama has studied and served extensively at the Integral Yoga Academy at Yogaville and managed the Integral Yoga Therapy Program. In addition, he has participated in many months of deep Tantric and classical Yoga sadhana (practice) at the Scandinavian Yoga and Meditation School in Sweden under the direction of Swami Janakananda. He currently serves as Institute Manager at the Integral Yoga Institute San Francisco.
Swami Ramananda C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, YACEP is the Executive Director of the Integral Yoga Institute in San Francisco and a greatly respected senior teacher in the Integral Yoga tradition, who has been practicing Yoga for over 45 years. Ramananda offers practical methods of integrating the timeless teachings and practices of Yoga into daily life, and transforming the painful aspects of human experience into steps toward realizing one’s full potential. He leads beginner, intermediate and advanced Hatha Yoga teacher training programs in San Francisco as well as Meditation and Raja Yoga teacher trainings. He offers a variety of programs in many locations in the U.S., Europe and South America. Ramananda co-developed the Stress Management Teacher Training program with Swami Vidyananda, has trained many teachers to bring Yoga into corporate, hospital and medical settings, and has taught mind/body wellness programs in many locations. He is a certified Yoga therapist and founding board member of the Yoga Alliance, a national registry that supports and promotes yoga teachers as professionals. He is a co-founder of The Spiritual Action Initiative (SAI) which brings together individuals committed to working for social justice for all beings and for the care and healing of our natural world. His warmth, wisdom and sense of humor have endeared him to many.
