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Traditionally, yoga was designed to be a health and wellness practice that was accessible to people of all ages, with all kinds of bodies. Our distinctive 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training program is based on the teachings of Krishnamacharya. In it, you’ll learn how to practice and teach traditional yoga that is inclusive and accessible for every body.

The Krishnamacharya tradition is the oldest of the modern styles of yoga, and it is unique in that:

  • Mindfulness is integrated in the practice through the relationship between breath and movement

  • It is a comprehensive tradition that truly addresses the health of the body, mind, and spirit

  • The teachings are directly linked with the ancient yoga philosophy texts

  • The instruction (postures, breathing, meditation, etc.) is offered in a way that is comfortable, accessible, and beneficial for the student

This program is designed for sincere yoga students who are interested in deepening their understanding of yoga and who may or may not be interested in teaching. Yoga Teacher Training inevitably brings about deep personal reflection and growth - your purpose and goals may change throughout the program, and that is perfectly ok.

You will learn:

  • How to deepen your personal practice

  • Anatomy & Physiology

  • Classical āsana sequences in the Krishnamacharya tradition

  • Āsana simplifications, intensifications, and contraindications

  • How to make yoga inclusive and accessible

  • How to design a yoga practice

  • Introduction to prenatal and postnatal yoga

  • Classical prānāyāma (breathing) techniques

  • Yoga history and philosophy

  • Introduction to Ayurveda

  • Best practices for teaching yoga in person and online

  • Business and ethics for yoga teachers

  • And much more

Round Rock Yoga’s 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program is based on the Krishnamacharya tradition of yoga, as learned by studio founder Zelinda at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram in Chennai, TN, India.

The Krishnamacharya tradition emphasizes the value of the relationship between the student and the teacher. Our small class size of 15 students allows us to get to know each student personally. If you are ready to deepen your study of yoga, we recommend applying early to secure your spot.

We are a Registered Yoga School (RYS-200) with Yoga Alliance.

Please contact us with any questions.

Schedule

Our 2027 Yoga Teacher Training Program begins Sunday, January 24, 2027. Classes are held in the studio on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Sundays from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with breaks for holidays. Graduation is planned for Sunday, July 11, 2027.

Prerequisites

To be well prepared for Teacher Training, we require that you have practiced yoga consistently for at least one year by the start of the program.

Tuition

Tuition for the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program is US$3600. Early Bird Pay-In-Full Pricing of $3200 is available until October 31 or until the class is full, whichever is first. Tuition includes:

  • 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, from January 24-July 11, 2027

  • Unlimited yoga classes from January 1 -July 31, 2027

  • Round Rock Yoga’s Teacher Training Manual

  • All required books

  • 20% discount on RRY workshops and series

Upon acceptance to the program, a deposit of $600 confirms your spot and the balance is paid in 6 monthly payments of $500 beginning on January 24th

Application

Our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training program is rooted in the Krishnamacharya tradition. Before submitting an application, please familiarize yourself with the Krishnamacharya style of yoga by attending some of Zelinda’s classes.

When you’re ready to apply, please click on the Apply Now button to tell us about yourself. We’ll respond via email within 1-2 business days. Please feel welcome to contact us with any questions.

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This Yoga Teacher Training program is for you if:

  • You’re interested in deepening your knowledge of yoga for your personal benefit

  • You value yoga instruction that is accessible and comfortable for people with all kinds of bodies

  • You’re possibly interested in teaching yoga for people with all kinds of bodies

  • You’re interested in learning traditional yoga and yoga philosophy

  • You’re interested in learning about Ayurveda

  • You value a small student-teacher ratio

  • You approach learning with curiosity, patience, and a beginner’s mind

Lead Faculty

Zelinda Yañez is the founder of Round Rock Yoga and also the creator of Yoga with Zelinda on YouTube. She has taught over 5,000 hours of yoga instruction since 2007, when she completed her initial 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Program. In 2018 she completed the 500 Hour International Yoga Teacher Training Programme at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram in Chennai, India, and in 2023 she completed the 500 hour International Yoga Therapist Training Programme, also at KYM. Zelinda specializes in teaching yoga that is accessible and beneficial for people with all kinds of bodies. She teaches group yoga classes and offers private yoga therapy for students around the world. Her YouTube channel has received numerous awards.

What Our Graduates Say

  • Before this yoga teacher training, I had a deep thirst for knowledge. I loved practicing yoga and mindfulness, but I had so many questions: Why does my pain decrease when I practice? What is happening beyond the physical movements? This training gave me the answers I was seeking.
    For me, it felt like discovering the magic behind yoga, as if someone had finally revealed the magician’s secret. Everything that once felt mysterious became clearer, and my practice gained a deeper meaning.
    This training was the first step—the tip of the iceberg—opening the door to a lifelong journey of self-discovery. It planted a seed that allowed me to embrace life with more simplicity and trust, understanding that we are all constantly experiencing, learning, and growing.
    In the end, what I carry with me most is the essence of yoga: not something confined to the mat, but a way of moving through life with more presence, compassion, acceptance, and trust.

    - Cynthia, Class of 2023

  • I “finally” began practicing yoga in January 2017, after receiving multiple recommendations that it would help heal the effects of childhood trauma. God graciously led me to Round Rock Yoga. After several years of practicing yoga and watching many rounds of Yoga Teacher Training come and go, I signed up for the 200 Hour Teacher Training Program, based on yoga in the Krishnamacharya tradition, because of the physical, mental, and emotional benefits I experienced in my own practice. I am very grateful for RRY’s teacher training program with Zelinda and would highly recommend it! Whether you want to learn more about practicing yoga and/or teach one day - Zelinda truly desires the best for each of her teacher trainees, is very helpful, thorough, and encouraging.

    - Carol, Class of 2025

  • I attended yoga teacher training at Round Rock Yoga a few years ago. My goal was to learn more about the practice of yoga, and boy did I! Zelinda encouraged a very tight-knit feel for our group of trainees which helped all of us learn in a more in-depth way. I had not planned to necessarily become a yoga teacher, but, between the student teaching requirement and how our training covered the business side of being a yoga teacher, it felt so easy to begin teaching. Choosing the 200 hour yoga training from Round Rock Yoga was one of the easiest choices I’ve had in my life. I’m so glad I chose this path!

    - Gabriel R., Class of 2023

  • I joined the Round Rock Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) hoping to deepen my understanding of yoga beyond the physical postures, and it turned out to be one of the most transformative experiences of my life. The instructors created a safe, supportive space where every question was welcomed. The blend of philosophy, anatomy, and hands-on practice made the YTT experience both challenging and deeply rewarding. The deliverables that were part of the coursework were insightful, educational and helped bring the material full circle. I left the program not only with the skills to guide others but also with a renewed sense of confidence, clarity, and connection to myself. I’m endlessly grateful for this journey and would recommend it to anyone seeking to grow as a yogi and as a person.

    - Abby, Class of 2020

 FAQs

  • To be well prepared for Teacher Training, we require that you have practiced yoga consistently for at least one year by the start of the program.

  • The Krishnamacharya style of yoga is accessible for everyone - even people who have injuries or health issues. Also, representation matters. Yoga teachers who have their own limitations and health issues clearly demonstrate that everyone can practice this style of yoga.

  • We typically offer Yoga Teacher Training every 1-2 years.

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