The Columbus School of Yoga 200-hour Teacher Training Program has been designed for students who have a desire to dive deeper into their yoga practice, personal growth and self-understanding. Our program is rooted in ancient traditions, explores the rich teachings of yogic philosophy while integrating the sciences of yoga, including anatomy, physiology, alignment and sequencing which are essential for teaching yoga, meditation and mindfulness.
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Embark on a voyage that will transform your body, mind, and heart through our 200-hour vinyasa yoga teacher training.
YOU belong here!
Our Teacher Training program offers an experiential and empowered approach to education, teaching trainees what it means to craft an experience that supports students for success. As a participant of our program, not only will you learn how to teach a fun, safe and meaningful yoga class, you will also learn important and essential life skills that will positively serve all aspects of your life and what it means to cultivate a living practice.
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Graduates of our program will receive a thorough and well-rounded education that meets the curriculum standards as defined by Yoga Alliance, earning them an accredited 200Hr Certification.
Weekend Format
Our weekend format provides a comprehensive approach to learning, offering an immersive experience for trainees. We combine a wide variety of teaching modalities such as lectures, interactive activities, games, practice teaching and yoga practices to provide an effective way of learning. Our weekends are designed to be fun and engaging, creating a supportive learning environment. Trainees will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of yoga, explore new concepts and practices while developing their own unique and individual style of teaching yoga. With our immersive weekend format, you'll learn, connect, and practice in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Schedule & Times
Our program consists of nine weekend immersion sessions over six months. These sessions will be held live and in person. Additionally, the program includes several live online sessions, along with homework and deliverables to ensure learning continuity between the immersions.
We will not be running our 200hr program in 2025. ​Our next training session is planning to resume in February 2026.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
Immersion Weekend Times
Friday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
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Weekend Dates
Weekend 1: Feb 28, Mar 1, 2
Weekend 2: Mar 28, 29, 30
Weekend 3: Apr 25, 26, 27
Weekend 4: May 30, 31,Jun1
Weekend 5: June 27, 28, 29
Weekend 6: Apr 12, 13, 14
Weekend 7: Apr 19, 20, 21
Weekend 8: May 17, 18, 19
Weekend 9: May 31, June 1, 2
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*Schedule is subject to change
Payment Plans & Pricing
Registering well in advance is always your best option! By signing up in advance you have the option to roll into our convenient zero interest payment plan.
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Convenient payment plans available on full tuition. A $500 deposit secures your spot with bi-weekly payments thereafter.
Tuition:
Early Bird: $2997
Regular Tuition: $3497
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Payment Plans:
Available on Full Tuition Only
$500 Deposit + Biweekly Payments
Our Lead Faculty
ColleenO'Brien McFall
Founder, Program Director & Lead Teacher
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Colleen is known for her passionate instruction that immediately instills a sense of calm within her students while inspiring compassion, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
Her classes are infused with fluid and creative movement, intelligent sequencing, and a grace that will leave an imprint upon you with every class she teaches. Her genuine and caring approach to yoga creates a safe and sacred space for inward reflection, cultivating a deep state of relaxation and peacefulness from within.
Her versatility to work with all levels of students and teachers is a true testament to her vast knowledge and rich experience of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, alignment, and yoga philosophy. Colleen has a unique way of creating genuine connection which leaves you feeling brighter and inspired from within.
Colleen has 15 years of experience teaching Yoga full time as well as mentoring teachers and leading advanced methodology workshops throughout the USA and Canada. Colleen also leads Yoga retreats both locally and abroad, designed to deepen and enrich students' Yoga practice. Her depth of experience is deeply rooted in the Kripalu tradition where she originally began her studies. Additionally, having lived and taught in the Boulder & Denver Colorado yoga community, she immersed herself in this yoga mecca and as a result she has been steeped and influenced by a wide variety of other traditions and many inspiring teachers.
Whether you’re new to yoga or have been practicing yoga for years, Colleen will inspire and ignite a spark within you that cultivates a thirst for self-inquiry, empowering you with the confidence and skill for transformation both on and off the mat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the training located?
The Columbus School of Yoga is independent from any one Yoga Studio. Some trainings are hosted at affiliate studios and some trainings are hosted at event spaces centrally located in Columbus Ohio.
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Is this YTT Yoga Alliance accredited?
Yes! We are a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance. Graduates who successfully complete our program and training requirements will be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance at the 200-Hour level, earning them their 200 Hour RYS designation.
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​Do I have to be an advanced Yoga student to take teacher training?
No, not at all! Our yoga teacher training is all about diving deeper into the study, practice and integration of yoga. It’s never about being super bendy or flexible or doing tricky poses. Instead you will study what alignment means in the context of postures and individual bodies, how to sequence a class so that you can learn to support and create an experience for any skill level, making yoga accessible for all. Additionally, and what is most special and unique about our program is that we pull back the curtain and look behind the scenes of teaching Yoga. We dive into the philosophy, teachings, and richness of the ancient traditions of Yoga and learn to apply these teachings in everyday life. This is where transformation and incredible growth happens. All you need is an open heart and a willingness for personal growth to join our Yoga Teacher training program and benefit by gaining immense value from this experience.
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​What type of Yoga can I teach after completing the Yoga teacher training?
Graduates from our 200-hour Yoga teacher training certification program are able to teach vinyasa flow, slow flow, power flow, hot yoga hatha, and gentle styles of yoga. You will also gain exposure to other styles of yoga such as yin, restorative and deep-stretch yoga.
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Tell me more about the methodology at CSY?
At the Columbus School of Yoga, not only do we delve into the rich teachings of yoga but we also share what it means to live yoga. By integrating the teachings of yoga, a wellspring of knowledge and wisdom emerges from within and serves as a source for teaching yoga authentically. We teach our teachers to reach within themselves, to discover their own voice, and to genuinely share their individual and unique gifts as teachers. Our methodology instills confidence, empowers choice, and builds strength from the inside out, body, heart and mind. Our yoga teacher training develops teachers with a solid foundation of body and movement mechanics, the ability to skillfully sequence classes, the technical skill and capacity to safely and effectively teach yoga to a wide variety of levels while being supportive to their students. As a Yoga Alliance Accredited Yoga School, you can rest assured that the training and certification you receive through our Yoga teacher training program is respected and recognized by the yoga community.
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What if I miss a session? Am I able to make it up at a later date?
Our Yoga teacher training program is highly interactive, and many modules depend on the consistent and collective energy of the group. For this reason we do not recommend missing any sessions. That said, life happens. Students who miss a session can make it up by completing additional homework assignments related to the missed class topics. Each day is considered a session, and the maximum amount of missed time allowed is 3 sessions. Attendance and participation in the practice teaching days (of which there are 3 throughout the program), is required for certification. For make up homework and make up practice teaching day(s), additional fees apply.
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What are the benefits of Yoga teacher training beyond certification?
There are numerous benefits beyond the obvious for participants of our Yoga Teacher Training Program. These include the opportunity to connect deeply with yourself and others through the training process, challenge yourself in new ways, expand awareness, acquire new skills, learn about your body, mind and heart and ways to attune and create greater harmony on all levels of your life.
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What if I am not sure I want to teach Yoga after my Teacher Training?
About 30% of students who sign up for our yoga teacher training program do so with the sole intention of deepening their practice of yoga and to learn more about themselves and this ancient tradition. While you will learn how to teach yoga, it’s alway your choice whether you wish to teach beyond training or not.
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Is there an application process and how do I enroll for Yoga teacher training?
Yes​, there is an application and a $500 deposit for our Yoga Teacher Training Program. Upon successful acceptance to our program, your $500 deposit will be applied towards your tuition. If for some reason your application is not approved, you will be reimbursed your $500 deposit within 2-7 business days.
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How do the payment plans work?
We have convenient payment plans available for full tuition where a $500 deposit secures your spot with bi-weekly payments thereafter leading up to the start date of training. Ideally full payment is to be received by the start date of the program however if you need a little more time here or there, this can also be arranged. In order to receive your certificate of graduation, all payments must be received in full. All payments and arrangements will be processed directly with the Columbus School of Yoga.
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When should I register for the program?
We recommend that you register as soon as possible as space is limited. We only train small groups to ensure you have the best and most thorough experience during your training.
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CONTACT: For more information about our Yoga Teacher Training you can reach out directly to ColleenMcFall@gmail.com
