Yoga Teacher Training FAQs

We are a 5-star rated Yoga Alliance Registered School. Your 200 Hour Soul Strong Yoga Certification will have the Yoga Alliance 200 Hour RYS on it.

You can learn more about Yoga Alliance on their website: www.yogaalliance.org.

Yes! Each training option requires a non-refundable deposit to hold your spot. Your registration must be paid in full prior to the beginning of your training, unless you have made payment plan arrangements with us.

No, we do not, but Round Rock is a fabulous town to stay in! We are also located close enough to Austin, that you can commute from Austin to Round Rock as well.

No, we do not, but we can work with you to make sure that you can cover the materials in a self-study environment. We follow Yoga Alliance standards on how many classes you can miss. Please contact us for details if you are concerned that you will need to miss more than two training sessions.

There is NO minimum amount of yoga experience needed. Our training is open to beginners and experts alike.

You must be at least 16 years old to participate in teacher training. Those between 16-17 years old must provide written permission from a parent or guardian.

No, many people take teacher training to deepen their own practice and learn more about yoga.

We always recommend talking to your physician first. If they say it is ok, then we are happy to work with you and help you achieve your goals! We are proud to work with diverse yogis and tailor our program to fit their needs.

As long as it is ok with your physician, you can participate. You know yourself best. Listen to your body.

Come and visit the studio! We’d be happy to give you a free class at Soul Strong so that you can see our main studio, and get a feel for our community. Practicing yoga is a great way to prepare for teacher training!

For all trainings, you will be required to purchase:

• The Path of the Yoga Sutras: A Practical Guide to the Core of Yoga by Nicolai Bachman

For the in-person trainings, you will also be asked to purchase:

• The Yoga Anatomy Coloring Book: A Visual Guide to Form, Function, and Movement by Kelly Solloway (OPTIONAL)
• Yoga Anatomy (2nd Edition) by Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews

• writing utensils
• notebook/journal
• water bottle
• yoga mat
• cooler with meals
• your training manual (if you’re in the in-person training)

• WorkoutLabs Yoga Cards I & II – Complete Set: The Original Premium Visual Study, Class Sequencing & Practice Guide
• Yoga Toolbox for Teachers and Students by Joseph Le Page and Lilian Aboim
• Light on Yoga by B. K. S. Iyengar
• Yoga for Everyone: 50 Poses For Every Type by Dianne Bondy