Heart + Bones Yoga Teacher Certification
Become a Certified Modern Yoga Teacher
An 8-month online certification with Heart and Bones Yoga (Oct 30, 2025 – Jun 15, 2026) that blends anatomy-informed movement, inclusive teaching, and the essence of yoga.
Oct 30, 2025 – Jun 15, 2026 • Early Bird Ends Sept 30
Why This Training is Different
Inclusive & Accessible
Teach classes that welcome every body. You’ll learn how to adapt poses and language so your students feel safe, supported, and seen.
Evidence-Informed & Anatomy-Focused
Go beyond memorized cues. Our applied anatomy approach helps you understand why movement works, so you can teach with clarity and confidence.
Mentorship + Business Skills
You won’t just study—you’ll practice. Small-group mentorship, practice teaching, and business guidance help you grow as both a teacher and a professional.
Global Community
You’re not doing this alone. Join a worldwide network of teachers who learn together, share ideas, and support each other long after graduation.
I joined the training because I wanted to support different abilities and types of bodies. After learning the why behind the poses and more anatomy, I’ve grown more than I could have imagined. I feel confident to teach and show up in the way that I am. I’m not afraid to be ‘wrong’ because I understand the principles behind the movement.
Your Journey to Certification
This isn’t a one-off course—it’s a guided journey where each stage builds on the last. You’ll know what to expect, how much time to commit, and when you’ll start feeling confident teaching.
Nov–Jan • Foundations & Connection
Two live calls per month (with replays available)
Join your mentorship circle and practice-teach for the first time
Begin applying applied anatomy and movement ABCs to your own practice
Feb–Apr • Deepening & Integration
Continue mentorship groups and regular practice teaching
Live calls expand into inclusive sequencing, yoga philosophy, and Q&A
Start weaving theory and practice together—building real-world teaching confidence
May–Jun • Embodying the Teacher
Practicum: teach twice in mentorship groups + submit one recorded class and written sequence
Business development workshops: clarify your niche and teaching path
Graduate with skills, support, and confidence to thrive as a modern yoga teacher
Want a peek inside the course? Watch this 2-minute walkthrough of the Modern Yoga Teacher Certification platform.
What’s Included in Your Training
You don’t just get content—you get the tools, support, and practice to grow into a confident, modern yoga teacher.
Online Curriculum
Bite-sized video lessons (30 minutes or less), downloadable audio, and lifetime access—so you can start applying anatomy and sequencing right away.
Live Mentorship
Monthly small-group circles plus 2 live calls each month with your teachers and peers, giving you the chance to practice teaching, receive feedback, and build confidence in real time.
Practicum & Certification
Teach twice in mentorship groups, complete a practicum class, and graduate with 200h or 300h certification—leaving with career-ready skills, not just a certificate.
I used to think if I couldn’t get my body into a yoga pose, how could I teach it? This training showed me that we can all teach and yoga is SO MUCH MORE. My body and abilities change all the time, and so should my yoga. It's not just on the mat, but in my daily life. The Heart + Bones team is amazing. So much hard work and thought has gone into this training.
Investment & Payment Options
We believe in making this training accessible, which is why you can choose the payment option that works best for you.
Early Bird Price: $2,750 CAD (until Sept 30)
Regular Price: $2,999 CAD (after Sept 30th)
Full Pay
$2,750CAD early bird
one-time payment
4-Month Plan
$688 CAD/month
based on early bird
6-Month Plan
$459 CAD/month
based on early bird
8-Month Plan
$344 CAD/month
based on early bird
The course is in Canadian dollars, which means you save money with the exchange rate. For example, the full course price is around $2700 USD, £1950, and 2300 EUROS. Make sure you check a currency converter to find the price of the training in your currency.
I would recommend this teacher training to anyone looking to gain a better understanding of functional anatomy, and the way it's applied to yoga. The training is focused on a scientific approach to movement & mindfulness, and seamlessly integrates the two - makes this course stand out from other ones. I loved the mix of online content and live calls. It gave me time to work through everything at my own pace, and I got the chance to process and integrate the knowledge through the live calls.
Words of love from our graduates
Nada Besir, Singapore
Brea & Kat cultivated a truly loving and safe space for the most perfect learning exchange and personal development. With all our diverse backgrounds this environment enabled connection on so many levels for which I will be forever grateful for.
The online portion of the program is carefully constructed and leaves no stone unturned from anatomy and alignment to solid marketing advice on how to find your niche and the work you want to do. I loved the daily mindfulness and meditation to embodied anatomy, sequencing and sustainabilizing yoga poses. Thank you Brea and Kat!
Trevor Chisman, Scotland
I’m not sure I can put into words how inspiring and helpful this course has been for me, it’s been so much more than yoga, meditation and science. It’s really started me on a journey of discovering myself.
The Heart + Bones YTT course has the perfect mix of science and geekiness whilst not forgetting we’re applying that science to conscious, breathing, feeling, loving and beautiful human beings.
Brea and Kat share so much fun, love and knowledge. I loved every single minute.
Monique Fryer, England
I really appreciate how much care and details Brea and Kat have put into the whole course.
I love that there was permission and space given to ask questions and not be afraid of making mistakes and there was a real feeling of tenderness and support that felt even the quietest people were not left behind.
A teacher friend was asking me about the training and she asked me, was there anything you didn’t like? I really had to think, there must be something.... But no, I couldn’t think of anything!!!
Meet Your Teachers
Brea Johnson
Founder of Heart + Bones Yoga and lead teacher. With 20+ years of experience, Brea specializes in anatomy-informed, accessible teaching. She’ll guide you through sequencing, applied anatomy, and the skills you need to feel confident leading real classes.
Kat Boehm
Mindfulness teacher and movement educator with 25+ years of practice. Kat helps you integrate mindfulness into movement and brings warmth and curiosity to every live call and mentorship group.
Mitzi Piston Wilson
Leadership mentor and graduate of this training. Mitzi supports you in practice teaching and group learning, helping you grow your voice as a teacher in an inclusive, equity-centered way.
Kallie Schut
Yoga philosophy teacher and social justice activist. Kallie helps you understand yoga’s history through a decolonized lens, so you can honour the roots of yoga and share it in a respectful, relevant way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be certified after completing the course?
Yes. When you finish the training, you’ll be certified at the 200-hour level if this is your first certification, or at the 300-hour level if you already hold a 200-hour. Everyone goes through the same training, and you’ll graduate with a certificate that reflects your starting point.
Are you Yoga Alliance registered?
No. We intentionally focus on quality over hours. Most regions (including Canada, the US, and the UK) don’t require Yoga Alliance for insurance, and many schools are moving away from it. Instead, you’ll graduate with applied anatomy, inclusive sequencing, and sustainable teaching skills that traditional trainings often miss.
How much time should I expect to spend each week?
Plan for 5–6 hours per week. Lessons are bite-sized (30 minutes or less), and you have lifetime access—so you can move at your own pace. If life gets busy, you won’t fall behind.
What if I can’t make a live call?
Every call is recorded and added to your course portal within 48 hours. Many graduates found that replays fit better into their schedules—and you can revisit them anytime.
Can I join if I’m not planning to teach yoga (yet)?
Absolutely. Many students take this training for their personal practice, to understand anatomy and movement more deeply, or to prepare before they decide to teach.
What’s your refund or deferral policy?
There are no refunds once registered, as this keeps cohorts engaged and committed. If life circumstances change, we’ll work with you to defer your training so you don’t lose your investment.
What are the graduation requirements?
To complete your certification you’ll: finish the online content, teach twice in your mentorship group, submit one practicum class (video + sequence), and attend or rewatch the live calls. There’s a final reflective exam—no pass/fail pressure, just a tool to show where you might want to focus more.
How do you build community if it’s online?
Connection is at the heart of this training. You’ll join monthly mentorship circles, live calls with peers worldwide, and our private online community. Plus, we host alumni-only workshops and in-person intensives so the friendships and support continue long after graduation.
Your Journey Begins Here
You don’t need to be the most flexible. You don’t need to fit a mold. You just need the desire to teach differently—with confidence, inclusivity, and the heart of yoga at the centre.
Online Education
As leaders in online yoga education, we've trained hundreds of teachers around the world with our blend of accessible education and community connection.
- Quality over quantity. The course content is streamlined so you can spend less time on the computer and more time integrating the training into real life.
- Easy to digest prerecorded content. Each video lesson is 30 minutes or less to nurture a balance between work, family and the training.
- Revisit the content as much as you need to. The on-demand access to the course helps to support different learning styles and schedules.
- Lessons are downloadable. Listen on a walk (hurray for moving and learning!), on your commute or in areas with poor wifi.
- Year of membership to the online studio. Learn and move with the online studio to improve your sequencing and cues.
Live Calls
This is where the online portion of the course comes to life and we connect together each month! These calls are the highlight of the course for many of our graduates.
- 2 x live calls per month with Brea, Kat and guest teachers.
- Each call is 2 hours and rotates through content review, breakout rooms for talks and discussion, guided practices, and Q+A's with the group.
- Live calls are recorded if you can't attend live.
- Rotating schedule of days and times to accommodate various time zones and different schedules.
Mentorship Program + Community Connection
Grow, refine and practice your teaching skills in a supportive community with a dedicated mentor.
- Small groups meet monthly through Zoom with a Heart + Bones trained mentor. The small groups are arranged by time zone so you can connect more deeply with others in the course.
- Teaching practice, tips and feedback. New and seasoned teachers will teach twice during the course to your small group in a safe and supportive environment.
Learn in community. The best ideas and lightbulb moments arise when we show up for each other. You'll see how others implement the coursework in their teaching and doing each other's classes helps you to become a more confident teacher.
What stands out the most for me is the HUGE support of the online community. It’s so special that you’ve created this strong personal, vulnerable and funny online space where you are truly heard and seen. I love that every question was answered, no matter if it was asked in mentorship groups, the course or in the live calls. You really are there for the students, and I thank you for that.”
What will I learn in this certification?
Active vs Passive Stretching
What is the difference between them and how to utlize both approaches in a yoga classes for healthier movement at the joints.
Proprioception + Interoception
Discover your amazing nervous system and what it does for your yoga practice. Gain a clearer understanding of just how much your nervous system matters for your movement and your sense of well-being
Yoga philosophy + Social justice
Explore how to appreciate, not appropriate yoga. How to offer inclusive yoga classes, and understand the history of yoga through a modern context.
Anatomy of Movement
Understand anatomy from an experiential perspective (without having to memorize anatomical language that your students won't care about). Learn Movement ABC's for sustainability and injury prevention, moving beyond traditional yoga cues.
Moving beyond flexibility
Understanding mobility, stability and flexibility. Learn a wide variety of ways to build stability for your overly mobile students, and discover that 'sweet spot' where you can be both mobile and strong.
Mindfulness + Meditation
Learn more about how you show up in the world through mindfulness practices. Inner transformation is a big part of this work and you'll be supported as you cultivate deeper self-awareness and compassion.
Look inside the course! Watch this from our Twists + Thoracic Spine lesson.
Our Approach
Our philosophy when it comes to yoga teacher training is simple: There are no mistakes, there is no pass or fail here. How much you put into it is how much you get out of it.
Traditional trainings and educational experiences have a "test and measure" model where you're expected to memorize, perform, follow formulas or conform to a "type" of yoga teacher. In this training, you have full permission to be who you are, as you are.
We know learning isn't linear. Knowledge and understanding happens in its own way and time. We enthusiastically create an environment of learning and exploration where there are no wrong answers, no expectations of "getting it all right now." Yoga is a life-long practice of self-awareness and we view this training as much as a teacher training course as a human being training course.
This open-source, heart-centred approach to adult education allows for a powerful individual experience with lifetime access to the course, a strong supportive community during the training and after graduation.
How much time do I need to spend each week on the course?
The training runs from October 30, 2024 - June 30, 2025.
Our online education allows for early access to the course when you register before October 15.
*When you sign up between now and September 15, you get to take advantage of both the early bird pricing and early access to the course.
The earlier you sign up, the more time you have to space out your learning. If you start the training on October 15, we suggest spending about 3-5 hours per week on the coursework- a blend of lectures and movement/yoga classes.
The training is designed to easily fit into a busy life. If you have more time one week, you can do more of the course. And if life gets in the way and you miss a week or two, you won't be behind. Some people finish the course within a couple of months, others like to take their time and revisit some of the lessons again and again. There is room (and time!) for both styles of learning.
What happens after graduation?
We love our Heart + Bones teachers community! We have hundreds of Heart + Bones trained teachers from around the world and love supporting our community after graduation and beyond.
- Free access to join subsequent teacher trainings in the live calls to help refine and refresh your knowledge.
- Lifetime access to the course, including course updates.
- We feature our graduates on the Heart + Bones social media accounts.
- Find a Teacher page
- Monthly alumni newsletter that features upcoming workshops by our graduates.
- Private (and very active!) Facebook group to ask each other questions and get support.
- Advanced continuing education workshops for graduates only.
- Discounts in the Heart + Bones online studio and workshops.
In-person workshops and immersions!
As travel and gatherings open up we will resume our Heart + Bones immersions around the world. We offer alumni-only intensives in the UK, Europe, Canada and Australia. You'll be able to meet your Heart + Bones community and learn, laugh and explore together in person.
My biggest fear when starting the course was my ability to get into various positions for demonstrations because of my own physical limitations. I have to smile looking back on this struggle as I have come so far with my understanding that yoga looks SO DIFFERENT in various bodies...mine included! I've also grown in my understanding of yoga history and cultural appropriation, and grown in my own yoga practice, specifically when it comes to comparing myself to others or feelings of inadequacy.
Creative Shoulder Mobility from some of our graduates!
We get so much love from our graduates that we've had to create a whole new page to fit it all in!
Click here to read the love and get inspired, and see how the training changes lives and inspires their teaching.
I am so glad I took the courageous decision to sign up despite challenges in my life. This training was ideal for me as it gave me flexibility in my busy life as a mum of a spirited toddler. I felt like I was learning at home with deeply attuned private tutors and part of a diverse and open group of people. What touched me most was a community where everyone is seen, acknowledged, valued and can thrive. A great example for how we can lead and build community wherever we are based.
Are you ready to join us?
Sign up now for early bird pricing. Course starts October 15th
Thank you so much for your positivity and encouragement throughout the course. I have found this openness and acceptance of not finishing the course in a tight traditional way to be very liberating for my learning and growth as a yoga teacher but also a human being!