Welcome to UDYC Yoga Teacher Training!
You Belong at UDYC
Yoga is a unique opportunity to build a stronger relationship with yourself and others.
Join us in Yoga Teaching Training on the journey of a lifetime surrounded by community - connect to yourself, explore the layers of Power Flow yoga, and make lasting memories.
Our training program is certified by Yoga Alliance and will leave you feeling confident in your knowledge of the practice on all levels, whether you plan to graduate and teach or are looking to deepen your personal practice and relationship with yoga.
No matter what your journey entails, you belong at UDYC.
Practice
Experience the value of a consistent yoga practice
We show up to the mat to practice in times of strength, creativity, change, challenge, and growth. UDYC will always be a consistent safe space for our students.
Learn
Use your voice to connect and lead with confidence
We explore the history of yoga, dive into crucial anatomy, and explore the intricacies to enhance your practice - including Chakras, Ayurveda, and Philosophy.
Grow
Skillfully teach yoga classes that empower others
UDYC supports your entry into the teaching space with confidence through cultivation of your strengths via practice teaching and mentoring.
About Our Program
We are thrilled to celebrate another cycle of the Up Dog Yoga Community 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program!
Consider us eager beavers to contribute to the growth of dedicated and knowledgeable yoga instructors who can inspire and transform the lives of their future students.
We specialize in the Power Flow style of yoga, underpinned by the Vinyasa lineage.
Through our program, we aim to nurture individuals who are not just competent yoga instructors but also compassionate, inclusive, and conscious leaders. We prioritize teaching ethics, the art of mindful sequencing, hands-on adjustments, and modifications to accommodate diverse body types and abilities. Furthermore, we place a strong emphasis on the art of pranayama, meditation, and mindfulness practices as integral components of the curriculum. Students will explore a variety of other yoga lineages, including: Ashtanga Yoga, Rocket Vinyasa Yoga®, Vinyasa, Iyengar, Yin, Restorative, and others.
Expectations for our trainees are high. We anticipate students will not only embrace the physical practice but also become well-versed in the history and philosophy of yoga. They will be skilled in creating safe, creative sequences, and will have the confidence to guide students through transformative experiences.
Upon completion of the program, students will be fully certified Power Flow yoga teachers, with the skillsets and support to share their joy in yoga with others.
Join us for an informational session!
Choose from the options below, or email us at whats@updogyogacommunity.com for a one-on-one chat.
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September 9, 2026; 6:30 - 7:30PM
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October 18, 2026; 10:45 - 11:45 AM
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November 10, 2026; 7:30 - 8:30 PM
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December 6, 2026: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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January 9, 2027: 10:45 - 11:45PM
2027 Training Schedule
Attendance at all events is mandatory.
Prior to training sessions, students will complete portions of curriculum (e.g., assignments, reflections) in our online classroom.
During each 3-day training weekend, students jointly complete 2 Power Flow classes together (16 classes). Students are also expected to practice 2-3 times per week, on average, in UDYC scheduled classes outside of training hours (a minimum of 35 classes between January 25 and May 2).
We make every attempt to not schedule in-person session on major holidays.
Week 1
January 22 - 5:45 - 7:45PM
January 23 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
January 24 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Week 2
February 5 - 5:45 - 7:45PM
February 6 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
February 7 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Week 3
February 19 - 5:45PM - 7:45PM
February 20 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
February 21 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Week 4
March 5 - 5:45 - 7:45PM
March 6 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
March 7 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Week 5
March 19 - 5:45-7:45PM
March 20 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
March 21 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Week 6
April 2 - 5:45 - 7:45PM
April 3 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
April 4 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Week 7
April 16 - 5:45 - 7:45PM
April 17 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
April 18 - 1:00 - 6:00PM
Week 8
April 30 - 5:45 - 7:45PM
May 1 - 10:45AM - 6:00PM
May 2 - 10:15AM - 6:00PM
Investment
Making the choice to invest in yourself is a huge, life-altering gift.
Tuition includes (WOW!):
Training classroom hours
Associated workshops
An Unlimited Membership (January 22 - May 2)
Printed training manual
All reading materials
Treats on treats - we adore spoiling our students!
*UDYC is the only yoga studio in DC where all costs are covered with a single fee!
All you need to bring is:
Your yoga mat
Your favorite notebook/journal
Writing utensils
Water bottle
Nourishing snacks
Early Enrollment
Register by December 1, 2026
Paid-in-full: $2,950
With a payment plan: $3,150
Pay in full below, or email whats@updogyogacommunity.com to pay incrementally, no-interest, over 4 months.
DC Yoga Studio Taxes apply.
Regular Enrollment
Register by January 16, 2027
Paid-in-full: $3,250
With a payment plan: $3,450
Pay in full below, or email whats@updogyogacommunity.com to pay incrementally, no-interest, over 4 months.
DC Yoga Studio Taxes apply.
Tuition Pricing:
No deposit required!
Don’t worry, we can make it work! We also offer a limited number of partial work-study scholarships (email whats@updogyogacommunity.com for additional details).
Refund Policy:
Cancellations made 30 days before the training start date will receive a full tuition refund.
Cancellations made less than 30 days before the training start date will receive a 90% refund.
No refunds are allowed after UDYC commences the training, January 22.
UDYC reserves the right to cancel the training program at any time, with a full refund.
You’ve got this!
Hear more from our students!
“This YTT was so much more than learning how to teach yoga. It brought together the most wonderful people and created such a supportive and inspiring community. Through this experience I learned not only about teaching, but also myself, connection and deeper meaning of practice. I'm incredibly grateful of this journey and can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who wants to deepen their relationship with yoga, both on and off the mat.”
“Getting hands on assist training was incredibly valuable and taking as many classes as I did with such a wide range of experienced teachers was a huge benefit I don’t think could be replicated with the same strength at other studios.”
“Up Dog Yoga Community is an incredible studio--there aren't many like it. A wonderful place to grow, learn, and thrive as a community. I loved my teacher training here and cannot recommend it highly enough. The program is rigorous and thorough.”
“Excellent, thorough program in one of the most welcoming yoga communities I’ve ever been part of.”
“Charlie is incredibly knowledgeable and trustworthy. The program was fairly short so the three months were an intense three months, but I look back with only gratitude and pride. Getting hands on assist training was incredibly valuable and taking as many classes as I did with such a wide range of experienced teachers was a huge benefit I don’t think could be replicated with the same strength at other studios.”
“I thought this was an extremely well rounded program that allowed me to delve into the many aspects of Yoga. While this course was intense at times, physically and mentally, I always felt supported by my teacher and classmates.”
“Charlie is an absolute angel and I am so lucky to have learned from her. This school was nothing but encouraging and informative, with a special emphasis on making sure we know how to make students feel empowered, safe, and respected through their practice. I left this YTT training a better person than who I was when I embarked on the journey, and it has only helped me fall more in love with practicing yoga and the yoga community.”
“The Up Dog Yoga Community 200-Hour YTT was truly a wonderful experience. As a member of the Spring 2025 cohort, I not only learned an incredible amount about yoga, meditation, and teaching, but also formed a special bond with my fellow trainees. Reflecting on my time in the program, I was especially impressed by its thoughtful structure. The training struck a perfect balance between traditional learning, such as readings and group discussions, and hands-on, experiential practice. The pace was supportive and never overwhelming, which was due in large part to the studio environment and our incredible teacher, Charlie. She created a welcoming space and consistently encouraged positive reinforcement, fostering confidence, care, and growth in my personal practice. I would highly recommend Up Dog Yoga Community’s YTT to anyone interested in deepening their practice or becoming a yoga teacher.”
Diving into Details
Experience Requirements: No prior experience or prerequisites are required to participate in the UDYC teacher training program. There is no set time in your yoga journey that makes a teacher training “perfect” for you. The best advice we can give is to give yourself time to be a beginner in the practice and when you feel the call to journey deeper, answer. If you’re still not sure if you’re ready, feel free to send us a note and we will help you sort it out.
Program Focus: Our program shines through its emphasis on the fusion of tradition and innovation. Our core teaching methodology is rooted in traditional Vinyasa principles, promoting a disciplined and structured practice. Simultaneously, we integrate elements of modern Vinyasa Power Flow, resulting in a dynamic, invigorating, and empowering practice. This balance allows us to honor yoga's historical roots while making it accessible to diverse practitioners with varying needs. This 200 Hour Program features key instruction in: Anatomy, Postures, Sequencing, History/Philosophy, Sanskrit, Yin, Ayurveda, Breathwork, Meditation, Ethics, Professional Responsibility, and the Business of Yoga. Students will explore the Eight Limbs of Yoga, the Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, and other foundational texts, enabling them to understand and apply yogic philosophy in their practice and teaching.
Virtual Classwork: Prior to training sessions, students will complete portions of curriculum (e.g., readings, class reflections) in our online classroom. The information shared prior to training will allow the cohort to actively dive into the study of yoga asana, philosophy, and practice teaching.
Practice: Yoga is an experiential practice. Students are expected to practice three times per week, on average, in UDYC scheduled classes outside of training hours.
Completion Requirements:
- Attend all scheduled training sessions, miss no more than 8 hours of in-person yoga teacher training [planned absences must be confirmed with UDYC prior to program start]
- During each 3-day training weekend, students jointly complete 2 Power Flow classes together (16 classes)
-Students are also expected to practice 2-3 times per week, on average, in UDYC scheduled classes outside of training hours (a minimum of 35 classes between January 25 and May 2).
- Complete all issued reading and assignments
- Complete midterm exam
- Score a 75% or higher on the final exam
- Support 10 UDYC classes in physical assists
- Teach 3 community classes (inclusive of 1 in-studio final practicum)
Intensity: Our trainings include physical practice. We encourage students to listen to their body and do only what feels right. If you have concerns about the physical element, please email whats@updogyogacommunity.com and we can discuss.
Scholarships: To ensure yoga education is available to all, we offer scholarships, discounts and payment plans on an as needed basis. Email whats@updogyogacommunity.com for more information.
To Teach or Not to Teach: Whether you walk in to the program wanting to teach in studio classes or deepen your knowledge, everyone walks away from teacher training with new skills and a stronger appreciation of the practice. The beauty of yoga is that it is a way we walk through the world - a spiritual discipline - far beyond what we learn to teach. There will be ample opportunity to practice finding your voice, sharing your unique message, and finding if you want to show up in the world as a teacher, both on and off the mat. No matter your intention entering the program, by graduation you will be fully capable and ready to teach a full yoga class rooted in knowledge and practice.
Accreditation: Up Dog Yoga Community is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS) and a Continuing Education Provider (YACEP); the program is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) 200 Hour Training course. See Yoga Alliance for more details!
Have questions or want to arrange a chat?
We'd love that! Email us at whats@updogyogacommunity.com.