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YAI Standards


Yoga Alliance International standards are intended to regulate the Yoga Industry and support the integrity of a Certified Yoga Teacher or a Certified Yoga School.

Yoga Alliance International certifies yoga teachers from all traditions and styles and yoga schools whose teacher training programs (200 hour-500 hour or above training courses) meet the standards outlined below.

Yoga Alliance International Registry provides worldwide recognition of teachers knowledge, training and experience. Employers feel confident hiring a yoga professional knowing that your training meets our standards.

A Yoga Alliance International registered teacher or registered school, may use the acronym YAI-CYT (Yoga Alliance International Certified Yoga Teacher) or YAI-CYS (Yoga Alliance International Certified Yoga School) after their name.

Yoga Alliance International Certification designations are listed below. Click on the links to see details.

PRENATAL YOGA TEACHERS

YOGA TEACHERS FOR CHILDREN

200 – LEVEL YTT PROGRAM

500 – LEVEL YTT PROGRAM

CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS REQUIREMENTS