200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

The School of Zen Yoga Teacher Training program.

The School of Zen 200-Hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training is an experiential training that will support you in discovering your unique teaching style and authentic voice. see Spring 2024 dates below!

Our Yoga Alliance Certified 200-hour training program is certified to the elevated level of standards, and will give you a strong foundation and understanding of what it means to truly "teach from your heart." In addition to learning the lifecycle of a flow class, the training also includes modules on Anatomy, Ayurveda, Meditation, Assisting, & more, plus hands-on teaching experience.

The School of Zen offers a multi-dimensional approach to a yoga teacher training program. while ellen eilers and addie-grace mehling are certified in vinyasa yoga, our additional trainers are certified in different styles. andy king brings a baptise power vinyasa yoga (bpv) style approach to the training and joanie delph offers a more traditional ashtanga yoga approach. see more on them below!

Whether your intention is to teach yoga or simply deepen your personal practice, this training will provide you with a heart-centered and transformational life experience.

Spring 2024 YTT Dates.

Week 1·May 18, 19, 20, 22

Week 2·June 1, 2, 3, 5

Week 3·June 8, 9, 10, 12

Week 4·June 22, 23. 24, 26

Week 5·June 29, 30, July 8, 9

Week 6·July 13, 14, 15, 17

Week 7·July 20, 21, 22, 24

Week 8·Aug 3, 4, 5, 7

Week 9·Aug 10, 11

Mon, Wed · 7:00p - 9:30p
Sat · 10:00a - 6:00p
Sun · 8:00a - 2:30p

pricing + more.

Student tuition·$2500

Early bird tuition·$2750

Standard tuition·$3000

payment plans available at full tuition.

If you need financial assistance please reach out to us about scholarship opportunites.

just email ellen with any questions you may have.

talk with ellen.

more stuff.

perks of training

· Unlimited yoga throughout the program
· 5 guest passes to give away
· 25% off Zen Yoga retail
· photo session at the end of training

what you'll need

yoga mat & water bottle, meals and snacks for each day... that's it.

required reading

The Four Agreements — Don Miguel Ruiz
When Things Fall Apart — Pema Chodron
Yamas & Niyamas — Deborah Adele
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali — Sri Swami Satchidananda.

ready to apply?

Choose your payment option preference, place a $250 deposit, then fill out the application questionnaire and submit payment and application.

Within 2-3 days you'll receive a decision regarding your application.

If you are approved your $250 deposit will be applied to your tuition. If you are declined for some reason, you will be reimbursed the $250 deposit shortly thereafter.

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program trainers

Ellen Eilers

I first found yoga at a community college in 2005, when looking to fill an extra credit for the semester. After that course, I found yoga extremely helpful during very difficult periods of my life and finally fell into regular practice about a decade ago. At first, yoga was more of a workout, and what kind of shapes I could force my body into. As time went on, I began to search for more guidance in my teachers, and a deep connection with the practice and all that it had to offer.

I am a lover of education, and after completing my MS from Ohio State University in Environment and Natural Resources, I decided to deepen my practice through a 200-hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training program in 2015. I worked in my field for a few years, teaching when I had the extra time, but noticed that there was something missing.

After some life changes, I found myself for the first time teaching yoga full-time and fell in love sense of purpose it created in my life. It gave me the opportunity to share this incredible practice, its connection with body, mind, and self, and the many benefits it can provide to my students daily. I truly approach teaching yoga in a way that I hope every single human can resonate with.more▾less▴

Andy King

Andy started his yoga practice a quarter of a century ago while studying fine arts at The Ohio State University. Since completing his 200 hour training in the style of Baptiste Yoga he has led over 4000 hours of instruction to just about every age group and population in the greater Columbus area.

Through rigorous study of body mechanics and a strong belief that each student has the ability to be their own best teacher on the mat, he offers a grounding, approachable, straightforward, and breath focused practice designed to be a moving meditation.

When not in the studio, he can usually be found taking every opportunity to get his hands dirty designing gardens, growing food, and studying native plants.more▾less▴

Joanie Delph

In younger years I often dabbled in yoga, meditation and spiritual studies, finally giving myself to the practice of Ashtanga Yoga nearly twenty years ago: I’ve never looked back.

First starting this practice, I had to sit on two blocks and lean against a wall just to sit cross-legged; my body was so tight and crooked that I couldn’t do many postures I saw others do. My teacher encouraged me to plug along with whatever was possible, using many modifications that aided my attempts. What I noticed quickly was an inner happiness that I hadn’t expected, plus pain-relief my body had endured for years, not to mention strength improvement…. and all that for just showing up.

After many years of practice then many years of teaching, my life has been enriched beyond belief…physically, mentally, and spiritually. Studying with others on this path has enabled profound experiences and changes. To assist others in learning and to watch their best lives unfold is a gift beyond measure. Regardless of age, presumed (or real) limitations, fears, or physical conditions, this ‘yoga therapy’ can be approached and I am happy and honored to help in any way I can.more▾less▴

Addie-Grace Mehling

addie is a teacher and practitioner of yoga with over 15 years of teaching experience and a degree in holistic health & wellness. her love and appreciation for this practice shines through her facilitation of sensory experiences in movement as medicine for the body, heart, mind, and soul. she fluidly weaves together her passion for yoga and wellness in a way that allows the body to thrive from the inside out.

her classes, workshops and teacher training cater to each uniquely beautiful individual as she wholeheartedly creates space for authenticity to flow through and a journey through the senses to unfold. a yogic experience with addie-grace incorporates movement that frees the body, music that opens the heart and imagery that speaks to the soul leaving each participant feeling fully refreshed and rejuvenated on every level.more▾less▴

what our graduates say

This training was both informative and explorative, with several hands-on learning and teaching opportunities from the get-go. in this safe and respectful environment, we learned beyond the postures and delved into the various limbs of yoga. This training taught the anatomy and alignment of each posture, how to safely guide students into these postures and how to cue a class that is approachable to all levels of yogis. through this training, I found connection, support, deepened my yoga practice and my own teaching voice. I can't recommend this training enough! - Grace T

Zen Yoga's YTT program is definitely one of a kind! Whether you're interested in gaining an in-depth understanding of the origin of yoga and or want to become a certified Yoga teacher, this program is for you! I didn't quite know what to expect and I soon realized after day one that I made the right decision! From the digestible material on complex topics like Anatomy to the chakra readings, mediation workshops, posture clinics, and everything in between, this truly was a transformational experience! Ellen, Joanie, and Andy (as well as the guest teachers) all provided such a unique, supportive and encouraging atmosphere to learn and grow. Thank you all so much for sharing your knowledge, practice, and years of experience with us! - Josie C

If you have found yourself interested in deepening your own yoga practice, want to learn more about the ancient roots of yoga, or are interested in one day teaching yoga I highly recommend Zen Yoga Teacher Training. After doing quite a bit of research into what to look for from a training program, the most consistent answer I came across was to pick a studio that aligns with your own ideals. I found this at Zen from the first class I ever took there.

I truly believe Zen tries to make yoga approachable and accessible for everyone, and I believe this honors the roots of yogic philosophy. Throughout training I gained an incredible amount of knowledge on the history of yoga, anatomy and alignment, direct queuing, Ayurveda, breath work and so much more. I also learned so much about myself throughout this training, and I am beyond grateful for the sacred and safe space that Zen cultivated to allow for such openness and growth in our YTT family. Zen Yoga Teacher Training changed my life, and I am forever thankful. - Taylor B

Zen Yoga Teacher Training was a truly transformational experience. Whether you are interested in teaching yoga in the future or simply deepening your practice, Zen is sure to provide you the tools you’re looking for. Ellen caters the program to her students, seeking feedback along the way and making sure everyone has the exact experience they are looking for. This process will challenge and change you for the better, so I encourage anyone who is considering it to take the leap of faith- you won’t regret it!! - Katie W

When I initially signed up for YTT, it was to deepen my personal practice. With Zen's all encompassing yoga program, my curiosity was awakened and continues to be ignited. I am beyond grateful to have trusted myself to take this leap and cannot wait to share my learnings with others! - Melissa CR

200-Hour yoga teacher training curriculum

Zen Yoga Studio's 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training offers a unique path for students interested in teaching yoga or simply deepening their own practice. Through this training you’ll gain a foundation in yoga asana, philosophy, anatomy, assisting, and much more. Join us for this transformational journey - available in-person or online - starting Spring 2023.

TECHNIQUE, TRAINING, PRACTICE.

75 hrs. instruction in yoga asana, pranayama & subtle body, and meditation.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY.

30 hrs. a comprehensive overview of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics.

YOGA HUMANITIES.

30 hrs. in depth review of history, philosophy, and ethics.

PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS.

50 hrs. guidance in teaching methodology, class management, professional development, and practicum.

ELECTIVE STUDIES.

15 hrs. ayurveda, adjustments & assisting, diversity, equity and inclusion

interested in learning even more?

just email ellen with any questions or if you'd just like a little more information. or for any old reason. she'd love to talk to you.

200-hour yoga teacher training