what you’ll study

Ashtanga Primary Series

• Deep study of the Primary Series

• Alignment principles rooted in safety and clarity

• Intelligent cueing for diverse bodies

• Modifications and variations for accessibility

• Building confidence in your personal practice

Asana, Alignment & Teaching Methodology

• How to observe bodies with discernment and compassion

• Verbal cueing that is clear, grounded, and supportive

• Class structure, pacing, and theming

• Trauma-aware considerations

• Practice teaching in a nurturing environment

Pranayama & Breathwork

• Foundational techniques for focus and nervous system regulation

• Breath as a tool for presence and transformation

• How to safely introduce pranayama to students

• Anatomy & Functional Movement

• Key anatomical concepts for yoga teachers

• Understanding movement patterns and joint mechanics

• Preventing injury through intelligent alignment

The Subtle Body

• Chakras, nadis, and energetic anatomy

• Bandhas and their role in Ashtanga

• Integrating subtle body awareness into teaching

Sanskrit for Yoga Teachers

• Accurate pronunciation of pose names

• Understanding the meaning behind key terms

• Respectful integration of Sanskrit into modern classes

Yin Yoga Weekend Immersion

• Principles of Yin philosophy

• Anatomy of stillness and connective tissue

• How Yin complements the discipline of Ashtanga

• Teaching methodology for Yin classes

Yoga Philosophy & History

• Study of foundational yogic texts

• Ethics of teaching and living yoga

• Yoga as service (seva) and community care

• Bringing philosophy into daily life and class themes

a training rooted in service & community

At bambu, we believe teachers are community builders. Throughout the training, you’ll explore what it means to teach from a place of humility, presence, and genuine care. You’ll learn how to create spaces where students feel seen, supported, and empowered — spaces that reflect the heart of our studio.

This is yoga as service. Yoga as connection. Yoga as a way of tending to yourself and your community.

who this training is for

This program is ideal for:

• Students committed to deepening their personal practice

• Practitioners drawn to the structure and discipline of Ashtanga

• Individuals interested in teaching yoga professionally

• Anyone seeking a transformative, introspective journey

• Those who value both tradition and modern accessibility

You don’t need to be “advanced.” You simply need curiosity, dedication, and a willingness to grow.

what you’ll leave with

By the end of the training, you will:

• Be prepared to teach safe, thoughtful, and meaningful yoga classes

• Understand the Primary Series and its underlying principles

• Have a strong foundation in anatomy, philosophy, and pranayama

• Feel confident using Sanskrit and offering modifications

• Be equipped to teach both dynamic and restorative styles

• Carry a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and your community

Graduates will be eligible to register as a 200-hour yoga teacher (RYT-200) with Yoga Alliance.

grow with us

This training is more than a certification — it’s a journey of understanding. You’ll be supported, challenged, inspired, and held as you step into your next chapter with clarity, purpose, and a renewed sense of connection.