YogaWorks Certification

YogaWorks is commited to upholding a very high standard of quality for teaching yoga though YogaWorks Certification. We encourage you to pursue this passion and make a professional statement by joining us for the 500hour YogaWorks Certification Assessment.  This achievement will indicate that you understand and represent the standards for which YogaWorks is renowned. 

In the absence of federally regulated standards, we’ve created a pathway for teachers to achieve a benchmark that represents the highest level of education and skill: the YogaWorks Certification Process. A panel of senior instructors observe an actual class, awarding certification only to teachers who can hold a room, see students’ bodies, offer appropriate modifications and adjustments, and create a well-organized and intelligent sequence of poses.

Teachers who earn YogaWorks Certification can:

1) Can title their class style as YogaWorks

2) Qualify to assist and eventually teach YogaWorks 200-hour Teacher Trainings

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Eligibility

To be eligible for Certification, students must complete 500-Hours of approved YogaWorks course work. The 500-Hours can be accumulated in two ways:

1) 200-hour Teacher Training + 300-hour Professional Program

2) 200-hour Teacher Training + 300 hours of approved electives, including Teacher Intensives and teaching related workshops.

Assessment Format

The Certification Assessment includes both a written and practical teaching exam. The written exam is generally held 1-2 weeks before the teaching segment.   For the practical exam, you will be given a group of asanas one week in advance and will be assigned a 30-minute timeslot in which you teach infront of a panel of senior YogaWorks teachers.

How to Prepare

A free preparation workshop may be scheduled before each Certification Assessment. You may also request a certfication study guide by contacting your local Teacher Training program advsior. 

$150
Cost before application deadline
$175
Cost after application deadline

Upcoming Certification Assessments:
Los Angeles: April 21 & 22
New York: May 5 & 6

Free Prep Workshop in Los Angeles:
Saturday March 31, 12:30-2:30pm, Westwood

email certification@yogaworks.com for more details