200-hour teacher training

A learning experience like no other

Our Yoga Alliance certified 200-Hour Teacher Training is just what you’ve been waiting for!

Our 2 Week intensive

Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training certified by Yoga Alliance is a journey into the heart of yoga-designed for those who feel called to deepen their practice, expand their understanding, and explore the path of teaching in a supportive, grounded environment. Rooted in tradition + informed by modern science, this program weaves together asana, alignment, breathwork, meditation, philosophy + anatomy to cultivate confident, knowledgeable, + compassionate teachers. Whether you aspire to teach or simply wish to grow personally, this training offers an experience that nurtures the whole person. Mind, body, spirit, WHOLENESS—SŌZŌ.

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Our process is simple and thoughtful.

Apply online + receive an email with next steps. Attend your 2-week intensive to learn through lecture, reading + discussion. Practice for 30 hours in posture clinics to experience the poses, ask questions, learn cueing + receive feedback. Teach 3 community classes to show what you’ve learned + create your own style.

winter dates

February 23-27th :: Intensive 8:30am-6:30pm March 2-6th :: Posture Clinics (times vary) March 9-13th :: Intensive 8:30am-6:30pm March 16-April 3rd :: Posture Clinics (times vary)

tuition $3,250

1st Installment :: A $500 non-refundable deposit is due when you submit your application. This will be deducted from the remaining balance.

2nd Installment :: $1,375 payment will be required two weeks before start date.

3rd Installment :: $1,375 payment will be required one week before start date.

Tuition does not include textbooks but does include your yoga membership to practice during the 6 week training. A 3% fee will be added to pay by credit card.

No refunds will be given after training begins. If you cancel before the start of training, you will forfeit your deposit.

Attendance Policy

We strive for 100% attendance and require completion of the 200 hours and all designated requirements to graduate and receive a certificate of completion from our program. You may miss up to one 3-hour session without financial penalty. Any missed content will be your responsibility to make up. Any sessions missed beyond the allowance will be your responsibility to make up, and you will pay an additional cost of $75/hour for private make-up sessions with a lead teacher. You will be required to schedule make-up time with Kara. Class attendance will be taken throughout the training.

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meet your teachers

kara kiefer

Owner + RYT500

janay honeycutt

RYT200

Cassie Howard

RYT200
ERYT500 - Lead Teacher

misty caples

Ginger

Studio Dog - Manager

  • "I had an amazing experience with Kara at SOZO teacher training. From the very beginning, the space felt comfortable and welcoming, and I never once felt judged. Kara is incredibly patient and shares her knowledge in a way that feels supportive and empowering. She really encourages you to embrace your own unique style while giving you a strong foundation in the fundamentals of yoga. I’m so grateful for the experience!"

    —Michelle

  • "The instructors create a supportive, positive space + offer helpful adjustments for all levels."

    —Ramona

  • "The Sozo Yoga teacher training provided a small, supportive setting where we reviewed each posture focusing on safe alignment and health benefits, and the camaraderie among the women in the class made it a very worthwhile experience that I highly recommend!"

    —Cathy

  • "Kara is an incredible owner; you can feel how deeply she cares about building a real community, not just a studio."

    —Amna

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