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YA Competency Requirements: Introduction

Yoga Alliance (YA) breaks down the 200-hour teacher training common curriculum into 4 categories and 13 required competency areas:

Techniques, Training & Practice (75 hrs)

1. Asana
2. Pranayama & Subtle Body
3. Meditation

Anatomy & Physiology (30 hrs)

1. Anatomy
2. Physiology
3. Biomechanics

Yoga Humanities (30 hrs, 20 may be online)

1. History
2. Philosophy
3. Ethics

Professional Essentials (65 hrs, 15 may be elective)

1. Teaching Methodology
2. Professional Development
3. Practicum
4. Elective Hours