Grounded Wisdom
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
An immersive path towards embodied practice and teaching.
September 11, 2026 – May 2, 2027
“Extraordinary teachers with deep compassion and wisdom. Truly transformative.”
- Anne M., Graduate
Curious to Learn More?
Join us for a free livestream information session to learn about the training, meet faculty, and ask questions.
Thursday, June 25- 7:00 PM
Thursday, July 16 - 6:30 PM
Tuesday, August 18 - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, September 2 - 6:00 PM
Why Grounded Wisdom?
Grounded Wisdom is a hybrid 200-hour yoga teacher training rooted in embodied practice, thoughtful inquiry, and community. Led by experienced 8 Limbs faculty, the program integrates movement, philosophy, anatomy, meditation, and teaching methodology through a supportive, inclusive, and experiential learning environment.
Whether your goal is to teach yoga or deepen your understanding of the practice, Grounded Wisdom offers an opportunity to study with experienced mentors while cultivating greater confidence, self-awareness, and skill—both on and off the mat.
More than a certification program, Grounded Wisdom is an immersive experience in practice, self-study, community, and skillful teaching.
Experienced Faculty - Learn from seasoned teachers with diverse specialties and decades of combined teaching experience.
Inclusive & Trauma-Informed - Develop teaching skills rooted in accessibility, awareness, and respect for individual experience.
Embodied Learning - Integrate philosophy, anatomy, meditation, and movement through direct experience and practice.
Community & Mentorship - Grow alongside a supportive cohort while receiving guidance from experienced teachers and mentors
This training may be right for you if you are:
A dedicated yoga student seeking deeper study
An aspiring yoga teacher
Someone curious about yoga philosophy and personal growth
Someone seeking a supportive learning community
A wellness professional looking to broaden their knowledge and skills
You do not need to plan to become a yoga teacher to benefit from this training. Many students participate primarily to deepen their practice, explore yoga more fully, and engage in meaningful personal growth.
Program Format
Hybrid Format Designed for Real Life
Grounded Wisdom combines immersive in-person weekends with livestream learning to support deep study while remaining accessible to students balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Between sessions, students engage with recorded content, reading assignments, reflection, and practice teaching exercises that support ongoing integration and learning.
View the full schedule below:
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Friday: 4:00–7:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 - 7:00 PM
Sunday: 12:15 - 7:15 PMSept 11–13, 2026
Oct 9–11, 2026
Nov 13–15, 2026
Dec 11–13, 2026
Jan 8–10, 2027
Jan 29–31, 2027
Feb 19–21, 2027
Mar 19–21, 2027
Apr 9–11, 2027
Apr 30–May 2, 2027
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Wednesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM
September 16, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21, 28
November 4, 11, 18
December 2, 9, 16
January 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Areas of Study
Grounded Wisdom integrates movement, philosophy, anatomy, contemplative practice, and teaching methodology to support both personal growth and skillful teaching. Through experiential learning, self-inquiry, mentorship, and practice teaching, students develop a well-rounded foundation for sharing yoga in an authentic, inclusive, and sustainable way.
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Deepen your understanding of yoga through experiential study of standing poses, seated poses, sun salutations, backbends, twists, inversions, arm balances, restorative practices, modifications, and approaches that support a wide range of students.
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Explore the historical and philosophical foundations of yoga through the Yoga Sutras, the Eight Limbs of Yoga, ethics, yogic traditions, and contemporary applications that support practice, teaching, and everyday life.
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Develop a practical understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, movement principles, and functional application to support safe, informed, and accessible yoga practice and teaching.
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Cultivate practices that support concentration, self-awareness, and embodied presence through meditation, breathwork, yoga nidra, the koshas, and subtle body teachings.
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Learn to create supportive and accessible learning environments through trauma-informed practices, inclusive language, body autonomy, Health at Every Size® principles, and approaches that honor individual experience.
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Explore yoga terminology, Sanskrit, mantra, sacred sound, vibration, and foundational Ayurvedic principles that support balance, self-study, and holistic wellbeing.
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Develop the practical skills needed to guide meaningful classes through observation, communication, sequencing, use of props, authentic voice, feedback, and effective teaching methodology.
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Build confidence through practice teaching, mentorship, observation, and constructive feedback while exploring professional ethics, the business of yoga, and the transition from student to teacher.
The Instructors
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Claudette Evans
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Tracy Hodgeman
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RW Alves
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Tami Hafzalla
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Andrea LaVare Malagon
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Douglas Ridings
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Megan Sloan
Graduate Reflections
Tuition & Payment Options
Included with Tuition
Included with tuition is a complimentary 5 Classes / Month membership for 8 months, supporting ongoing practice throughout the training.
Trainees who would like unlimited practice during the program may upgrade to an All-Access Membership for an additional $25 per month.
Trainees also receive 25% off 8 Limbs workshops and series during the training period.
Early Commitment: $3,500 (paid in full by August 1st, 2026)
Regular Tuition: $3,700 (paid in full by September 9th, 2026)
Payment Plan: $3,900 ($800 due by September 9th, 2026, followed by eight monthly payments of $387.50)
Repeat 8 Limbs 200HR Graduate: $2,765 - (paid in full by September 9th, 2026)
**All tuition amounts include applicable taxes.
**Limited tuition support may be available for qualified applicants. Please see the FAQ section for additional information.
Ready to apply?
Whether you aspire to teach yoga or simply wish to deepen your practice, we'd love to support you on the journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. While the training prepares students to teach yoga, many participants enroll primarily to deepen their practice, study yoga philosophy, explore personal growth, and engage with a supportive learning community.
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Many teacher trainings focus primarily on learning to teach yoga postures. Grounded Wisdom takes a broader approach, integrating asana, philosophy, ethics, anatomy, meditation, Sanskrit, Ayurveda, inclusive teaching practices, and personal inquiry.
Students learn not only how to teach yoga, but also how to deepen their own practice, cultivate self-awareness, and develop the skills to hold space for others with confidence, compassion, and integrity.
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Applicants should have an established yoga practice and a sincere interest in learning more deeply about yoga. You do not need to be able to perform advanced postures or have prior teaching experience.
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No. While many trainees are current or former 8 Limbs students, prior experience at 8 Limbs is not required.
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Many trainees successfully balance the program with work, family, and other commitments. The hybrid format is designed to support deep study while remaining accessible to busy adults.
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Yes. 8 Limbs Yoga Centers is committed to increasing accessibility and diversity within the yoga community and offers a limited amount of tuition support each year.
Applicants seeking tuition support should complete the training application and briefly share their request in the final application question. Requests are reviewed as part of the admissions process. Because available funding is limited, we encourage interested applicants to apply early.
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In addition to the in-person weekends and livestream sessions, students should expect to complete reading assignments, recorded lectures, written reflections, practice teaching exercises, and independent study throughout the program.
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Each training weekend builds progressively on the previous one, and attendance is required for certification. If a class is missed due to illness or emergency, students may complete make-up work by viewing recorded content and following up with the instructor.
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Yes. Practice teaching is woven throughout the training and includes observation, feedback, mentorship, sequencing exercises, teaching practicums, round robins, and final teaching presentations.
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To receive a Certificate of Completion, students must attend all required training sessions, complete all required homework and coursework, earn a passing grade of 80% or higher on the take-home final exam, and fulfill all financial obligations related to the program.
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Yes. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will receive a Certificate of Completion from 8 Limbs Yoga Centers and may apply for registration with Yoga Alliance as an RYT-200.
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Yes. Grounded Wisdom is offered through 8 Limbs Yoga Centers, a private vocational school licensed by the Washington State Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board (WTECB). Accepted students receive an Enrollment Agreement outlining tuition, payment options, attendance requirements, refund policies, student rights, and other important program information.
