- Yoga Teacher Training · Salt Lake City, Utah
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Salt Lake City, Utah
- 200-Hour Certification
- Only 10 Students Per Batch
- Private Studio in Utah
- Accommodation Available
- Traditional Yoga Training
- Small Batch Learning
- Community Service Project
- Guided by Expert Faculty
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Program Highlights
- 200-hour yoga teacher training certification
- Training held in Salt Lake City, Utah
- Small batch size with only 10 students
- Traditional yoga, pranayama, meditation and Yoga Nidra
- Community service project included
- Installment options available
- About the Program
More Than a Training.
The Beginning of a New Life.
At Santosh Yoga Institute, teacher training is not just about learning poses. It is about understanding yoga as a complete system: its philosophy, its practice and its application in daily life.
This traditional style of training encourages students to deepen their practice in order to find more peace and contentment within themselves. As students move beyond only the physical aspect of yoga, they begin to experience deeper transformation.
- Why Santosh Yoga
What Makes This Training Different
Traditional Yogic Foundation
Study yoga beyond physical movement through philosophy, pranayama, meditation, Yoga Nidra, Ayurveda and traditional practice.
Small Batch Mentorship
With only 10 students per batch, the training allows more personal guidance, direct feedback and meaningful learning.
Teaching With Purpose
Learn to share yoga as a path of service, community support and inner transformation.
- Is This Right For You?
Who This Training Is For
Aspiring Yoga Teachers
For students who want to become confident yoga teachers.
Dedicated Practitioners
For people who want to understand yoga beyond regular classes.
Wellness Professionals
For coaches and wellness guides who want to add yoga to their work.
Personal Growth Seekers
For people seeking self-discipline, clarity and deeper practice.
- Course Information
Course Details
Program
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training. 500 Hour Training is available on request.
Location
Private Studio, Salt Lake City, Utah. Accommodation available for out-of-town students.
Class Size
Only 10 students per batch for a more personal learning experience.
Schedule
Saturdays 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
- Curriculum
What You Will Learn
Asana and Movement
- Hatha Yoga foundations
- Vinyasa krama sequencing
- Sukshma Vyayama
- Adjustments and assists
- Alignment and safety
Breath and Energy
- Pranayama techniques
- Kriyas and cleansing practices
- Meditation foundations
- Yoga Nidra practice and theory
- Chakras, mudras and bandhas
Philosophy and Texts
- Yoga Sutra of Patanjali
- Raja Yoga
- Ashtanga: the Eight Limbs
- History of yoga
- Sanskrit fundamentals
Anatomy and Ayurveda
- Anatomy for yoga teachers
- Physiology of movement
- Ayurveda principles
- Yoga as a lifestyle
- Koshas and doshas
Teaching Skills
- Presentation skills
- Public speaking for teachers
- Class management
- Sequencing and cues
- Teaching practice
Community and Service
- Teaching special populations
- Working with underserved communities
- Teaching deaf and blind students
- Seva through yoga
- Group community project
- Your Teachers
Meet the Faculty
Santosh Maknikar
Founder and Lead Teacher
Born in Latur, India, Santosh Maknikar has practiced traditional yoga since he was five years old. A passionate teacher of the discipline, he opened the Santosh Yoga Institute after moving to the United States in 2005.
Maknikar’s belief in the transformative self-understanding led to him also founding the non-profit organization Yoga for People, an initiative with the simple goal of making yoga available to all despite their social, financial or geographical constraints. View his message here.
Stephanie Nally
Bonnie Rimmasch
- Program Comparison
200-Hour vs 500-Hour Training
- Service
Community Group Project
Teaching as Service
Students learn that yoga is not only about classes, but also about showing up for people with care.
Special Populations
Training includes awareness of teaching students with different needs and backgrounds.
Seva in Practice
The community project helps students experience yoga as service and responsibility.
- Included
What You Will Receive
200 Hour Certification
Complete the training and receive your certification.
Books and Materials
Learning resources to support your study and practice.
Photo Shoot
Professional images to support your yoga teaching journey.
Teaching Practice
Build confidence through practical teaching experience.
Community Project
Participate in yoga as service through a community project.
Mentorship
Receive guidance from Santosh and the faculty team.
- Course Investment
200 Hour Certified Teacher Training Program
$2453
- Early Bird Price: $2253
- Application Fee: $108. Early bird pricing ends one month before the program starts. Three and six month installment options are available.
- Certified Teachers
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Take the first step toward becoming a confident, disciplined and service-oriented yoga teacher.