Yoga Instructor
Noncredit Certificate Kinesiology and Athletics · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Yoga Instructor certificate program prepares individuals to safely and effectively teach yoga to individuals and in group settings. This coursework includes training and teaching methodology for asana (physical poses), pranayama (breath work), and meditation. Included in the curriculum is study in the physical and subtle anatomy, yogic philosophy and lifestyle, teaching methods and ethics, and English and Sanskrit terminology. Completion of this program prepares students for employment in yoga studios, health and fitness clubs, health care facilities, as well as for self-employment as yoga instructors. It is also designed for those who want to add yoga techniques to their existing professional portfolios, as in the case for personal trainers, body workers, caregivers, therapists and teachers in other disciplines. Upon completion of the program the successful student will be able to register with Yoga Alliance at the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training level.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Yoga Teacher Training Program: Complete all of the following | 216 | |
| KINT 900 | Yoga Teacher Training 1 - Yogic Lifestyle and Yoga as a Healing Practice | 54 |
| KINT 901 | Yoga Teacher Training 2 - Gross and Subtle Anatomy | 54 |
| KINT 902 | Yoga Teacher Training 3 - Pedagogy: The Art and Science of Teaching | 54 |
| KINT 903 | Yoga Teacher Training 4 - Social Applications of Yoga | 54 |
Recommended Pathway
Yoga Instructor Certificate (Noncredit)
Term 1 (54 units)
- KINT900 - Yoga Teacher Training 1 - Yogic Lifestyle and Yoga as a Healing Practice (54)
Term 2 (54 units)
- KINT901 - Yoga Teacher Training 2 - Gross and Subtle Anatomy (54)
Term 3 (54 units)
- KINT902 - Yoga Teacher Training 3 - Pedagogy: The Art and Science of Teaching (54)
Term 4 (54 units)
- KINT903 - Yoga Teacher Training 4 - Social Applications of Yoga (54)