Illuminate: Level 1 (200hr) Yoga Teacher Training
A MODERN, COMPETENCY-BASED APPROACH TO THE TRADITIONAL 200-HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING (accredited by AYC)
NEXT SESSION BEGINS FEBRUARY 2027 | FLORENCE, KY
Rooted in practice. Ready to teach.
Illuminate was created for those who are ready to dive deeper—into their practice, their purpose, and their potential.
Over four transformational months, you’ll explore yoga not simply as movement, but as a practice for living with greater awareness, balance, and connection.
Through in-person learning, personalized mentorship, practice teaching, and meaningful community, you’ll deepen your understanding of yoga while developing the knowledge, skills, and confidence to share it with others.
Unlike traditional teacher-training models built primarily around accumulating classroom hours, Illuminate follows the American Yoga Council’s competency-based approach. Our focus is on what you understand, how you apply it, and your ability to safely and confidently share yoga with others.
Whether you feel called to teach or simply want to deepen your own practice, Illuminate is an invitation to learn, grow, ask questions, and discover where your yoga journey can take you.
Be the light you wish to see in the world.
Who It’s For
Illuminate is for anyone ready to take their yoga practice and personal growth to the next level.
You may be dreaming of becoming a yoga teacher. You may want to better understand the practice you already love. Or you may simply feel ready for something deeper.
You do not need to be “advanced” to begin. We welcome practitioners of all experience levels who are curious, open to learning, and ready to show up for the experience.
What You’ll Experience
Comprehensive Yoga Education
Explore asana, alignment, functional anatomy, philosophy, sequencing, pranayama, meditation, and the art of teaching.
Personal Growth + Self-Discovery
Build confidence, awareness, curiosity, and a deeper connection to yourself and your practice.
Embodied Learning
Move beyond memorizing poses and cues to understand the why behind the practice through movement, breath, observation, discussion, and hands-on learning.
Practice Teaching + Mentorship
Develop your own authentic teaching voice through real practice, personalized feedback, and ongoing mentorship.
Competency-Based Learning
Progress through demonstrated knowledge, practical skills, teaching experience, and application—not simply by accumulating training hours.
Supportive Community
Train in a small, inclusive environment where every student is seen, supported, and encouraged.
Curriculum
Our curriculum brings traditional yogic wisdom together with modern anatomy and teaching methodology to create an education that is both grounded and practical.
Throughout Illuminate, you’ll explore:
Asana + Alignment: posture mechanics, variations, cueing, observation, and intelligent sequencing
Functional Anatomy + Physiology: understanding the body behind the movement
Pranayama + Meditation: exploring breath, awareness, concentration, and stillness
Yoga Philosophy + Lifestyle: studying yoga beyond asana and bringing its teachings into modern life
Teaching Methodology: sequencing, class design, communication, assists, teaching skills, and holding space
Practice Teaching: developing confidence through hands-on teaching experience and feedback
Self-Study + Reflection: journaling, mindfulness, personal practice, and group discussion
The Business of Yoga: beginning to navigate the professional side of teaching yoga
What Makes Illuminate Different
Illuminate is intentionally small, personal, and hands-on.
With a maximum of 16 students, you won’t disappear into the back of a crowded training room. You’ll have space to ask questions, practice, receive feedback, explore, and grow.
Our approach is anatomy-informed while honoring yoga’s roots, philosophy, and traditions. We believe there is no single “perfect” way for every body to practice a pose—and learning to see and support the individual in front of you is an essential part of becoming a thoughtful teacher.
Illuminate also takes a different approach to teacher education. While the traditional entry point into yoga teaching has commonly been known as a “200-hour YTT,” our American Yoga Council-accredited program is competency-based. That means your growth is measured by the knowledge, skills, and teaching competencies you develop—not simply the number of hours you spend sitting in a training room.
Most importantly, we want you to leave this training with more than a certificate.
We want you to understand what you’re teaching, know why you’re teaching it, and have the confidence to make the practice your own.
Accredited by the American Yoga Council
Illuminate is an American Yoga Council-accredited Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training (YTT-L1).
AYC is a modern professional yoga association focused on supporting yoga teachers throughout their careers while creating meaningful standards and accountability for yoga schools.
Rather than requiring schools to accumulate prescribed hours within predetermined categories, AYC uses a competency-based model focused on the skills, knowledge, and experience teachers need to practice and teach responsibly.
Upon successful completion of Illuminate, graduates will receive their Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Completion from Full Body Yoga & Wellness LLC and will have a pathway toward Certified Yoga Teacher Level 1 (CYT-L1) professional credentialing through the American Yoga Council.
Illuminate graduates will also receive one year of American Yoga Council membership at no additional cost, providing continued access to AYC resources and professional support following graduation.
“Be the light you wish to see in the world!”
Program Details
NEXT SESSION BEGINS FEBRUARY 2027
Training begins: February 5, 2027
Duration: Approximately 4 months
Schedule: Approximately 2 weekends per month
Capacity: Maximum 16 students | Minimum 4 students
Certificate + Credentialing: Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Completion + pathway toward American Yoga Council Certified Yoga Teacher Level 1 (CYT-L1) professional credentialing
Training Weekends
Complete 2027 training dates will be announced soon.
Fridays: 6:00–8:30 PM every other week (some Friday sessions may be virtual)
Saturdays: 10:30 AM–5:30 PM
Sundays: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Priority consideration will be given to current Full Body Yoga students. If you currently practice elsewhere, we may request a reference from your teacher or studio.
Questions about the program or lead teacher? Please email us.
Tuition + What’s Included
Tuition
Paid in Full: $3,000
Payment Plan: $3,500
A $100 non-refundable application deposit is required with your application. If accepted, your deposit will be applied toward your total tuition.
Payment plans are available upon request. All tuition must be paid in full 30 days before training begins unless other arrangements have been made in writing.
Your Tuition Includes
All scheduled training sessions and workshops
Unlimited Full Body Fitness & Yoga membership from the start through completion of the program
One year of American Yoga Council membership upon graduation
Mentorship and personalized feedback
Training materials and digital resources
Practice teaching opportunities
Small-group, hands-on learning
Ongoing support throughout your training journey
Books and additional reading materials are not included and typically total less than $100.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a 200-hour yoga teacher training?
Illuminate is our Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training, accredited by the American Yoga Council.
Level 1 represents the foundational teacher-training level traditionally associated with a 200-hour yoga teacher training. However, AYC uses a competency-based model rather than requiring schools to build their programs around a prescribed number of classroom hours.
Illuminate focuses on developing and demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and practical teaching competencies needed to begin teaching yoga safely and confidently.
Will I be a certified yoga teacher?
Upon successful completion of all Illuminate requirements, you will receive your Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Completion from Full Body Yoga & Wellness LLC.
Graduation from an accredited training program and professional credentialing through the American Yoga Council are related but separate. Graduates may pursue AYC’s Certified Yoga Teacher Level 1 (CYT-L1) credential once the applicable AYC certification requirements are met.
Is Full Body Yoga & Wellness an accredited yoga school?
Yes. Illuminate is an American Yoga Council-accredited Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training (YTT-L1).
AYC uses a competency-based accreditation model designed to create meaningful professional standards and accountability while allowing schools to teach and assess according to their own lineage, methodology, and accredited competencies.
Graduates of Illuminate also receive one year of American Yoga Council membership at no additional cost upon successful completion of the training.
If Yoga Alliance registration is also part of your professional goals, we can pursue that school registration path once this training is confirmed. Yoga Alliance registration would be separate and additional fees would apply.
Will I be able to teach after completing the program?
Yes. Illuminate is designed to prepare graduates with the foundational knowledge, practical experience, and teaching competencies needed to begin guiding general yoga classes safely and confidently.
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, you will receive your Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Completion and can begin pursuing teaching opportunities in yoga studios, wellness centers, gyms, community spaces, private settings, and other environments.
Can I miss any training days?
Full participation is important and required for completion of the program.
We also understand that life happens. If you need to miss training because of illness, travel, or unexpected circumstances, we’ll work with you to develop an appropriate make-up plan.
Depending on the material missed, make-up requirements may include private sessions, additional coursework, practice teaching, competency demonstrations, or other options. Additional fees may apply when private instruction is required.
Our goal is to make sure you complete the training feeling prepared, supported, and confident in the material.
How much time is required outside of training weekends?
Plan for approximately 1–2 hours per week of reading or coursework in addition to:
A regular personal yoga practice—as little as 15 minutes per day
15 total hours of seva/service
Approximately 30–60 minutes of practice teaching per week
These experiences are an important part of integrating and demonstrating what you’re learning throughout the program.
Are books included in tuition?
Books are not included in tuition. Required reading materials typically total less than $100, and your reading list will be provided before training begins.
When will I know if I’ve been accepted?
Once your application and $100 application deposit are received, you’ll receive an email regarding your acceptance into the program within approximately one week.
Policies
Attendance
Full participation and successful completion of the program’s required coursework, assignments, practice teaching, and competency assessments are required to receive your certificate.
If training is missed, an approved make-up plan must be completed before your certificate can be issued.
Refunds
The $100 application deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
In the unlikely event that Full Body Fitness & Yoga cancels the training, all payments made toward the program will be refunded in full.
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of all program requirements—including coursework, assignments, practice teaching, and competency assessments—you will receive your Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Completion from Full Body Yoga & Wellness LLC.
Your Yoga Teaching Journey Begins Here
Maybe you already know you want to teach.
Maybe you simply know there is more you want to learn.
Either way, you don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin.
Come curious. Come ready to practice, learn, question, explore, and grow.
Rooted in practice. Ready to teach.
Be the light you wish to see in the world.
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