200-Hour Yoga for All Bodies Teacher Training
Nine-month hybrid immersion beginning September 27
Registered with Yoga Alliance
Edmonton + online participation
Payment plans available
No advanced practice or teaching experience required
FREE IN PERSON DISCOVERY SESSION SATURDAY AUGUST 22 at 3:30pm-Register Here
FREE ONLINE DISCOVERY SESSION THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3 at 6:00pm- Register Here
You don’t need to touch your toes to be ready for this.
You don’t even need to want to teach.
What you do need is a curious heart, a willingness to grow, and a space that welcomes you exactly as you are.
Our 200-hour Yoga for All Bodies Teacher Training isn’t about perfect postures, it’s about real people, real bodies, and real transformation. Over 9 months, you’ll deepen your practice, uncover your voice, and learn to share yoga in ways that are inclusive, meaningful, and alive.
Come for the teaching skills if you wish. Stay for the way it changes how you see yourself.
If you’re ready to take that first step, your path is waiting.
Our teacher training goes far beyond the standard curriculum. This is not just about fulfilling requirements, it’s about deepening your practice, embodying your truth, and learning how to hold space with integrity, inclusivity, and presence. Click to learn more and explore what makes this training truly different.
Nine-month hybrid immersion beginning September 27
Registered with Yoga Alliance
Edmonton + online participation
Payment plans available
No advanced practice or teaching experience required
FREE IN PERSON DISCOVERY SESSION SATURDAY AUGUST 22 at 3:30pm-Register Here
FREE ONLINE DISCOVERY SESSION THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3 at 6:00pm- Register Here
You don’t need to touch your toes to be ready for this.
You don’t even need to want to teach.
What you do need is a curious heart, a willingness to grow, and a space that welcomes you exactly as you are.
Our 200-hour Yoga for All Bodies Teacher Training isn’t about perfect postures, it’s about real people, real bodies, and real transformation. Over 9 months, you’ll deepen your practice, uncover your voice, and learn to share yoga in ways that are inclusive, meaningful, and alive.
Come for the teaching skills if you wish. Stay for the way it changes how you see yourself.
If you’re ready to take that first step, your path is waiting.
Our teacher training goes far beyond the standard curriculum. This is not just about fulfilling requirements, it’s about deepening your practice, embodying your truth, and learning how to hold space with integrity, inclusivity, and presence. Click to learn more and explore what makes this training truly different.
Who This Training Is For
This training may be for you if you:
- have been curious about Yoga Teacher Training but keep wondering whether you are “ready enough”
- want to understand yoga beyond the physical poses
- want to feel more confident using your voice and sharing what you know
- want to learn how to teach people with different bodies, abilities, ages, and levels of experience
- are interested in teaching yoga, even if you are not completely sure yet
- want to deepen your personal practice without necessarily becoming a teacher
- are looking for a learning experience that is supportive, practical, inclusive, and grounded in real life
You do not need an advanced yoga practice to begin.
You need curiosity, willingness, and a desire to learn.
What Makes This Training Different
Yoga for All Bodies
You will learn to teach the person in front of you, rather than trying to make every person fit into one version of a pose. Our approach includes variations, props, chairs, walls, and different ways of approaching movement so that students with a wide range of bodies and abilities can participate meaningfully.
We Teach Real-World Yoga
You will not spend nine months trying to perfect impressive poses. You will learn how to observe, communicate, sequence, offer choices, support students, and lead a class with confidence.
You Will Practice Teaching
Knowing yoga and teaching yoga are two different things. Throughout the program, you will have opportunities to practise using your voice, giving instructions, creating sequences, and teaching in a supportive environment. You will not be expected to suddenly stand in front of a room and know what to do. We teach you how.
Anatomy That Actually Helps You Teach
Our anatomy education is practical and applied. Instead of memorizing information simply to pass an exam, you will learn how bodies move differently and how that understanding can help you create safer, more accessible, and more thoughtful yoga experiences.
More Than a Certification
Yes, this is a professional 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, but many students discover that the experience becomes something much bigger.
Teacher training asks you to become curious about how you communicate, what you believe, how you relate to your body, how comfortable you are being seen, and what happens when you begin trusting your own voice.
You may come here to learn how to teach yoga. You may leave knowing yourself differently.
The Schedule
Our next training begins September 27 and unfolds over approximately nine months.
The extended format gives you time to learn, practice, integrate, ask questions, and grow without trying to absorb everything in a few intense weeks.
Training begins: September 27, 2026
Training format: Hybrid
In-person location: Above Average Wellness, Edmonton
Online participation: Available
Fall 9 Month program September-May
Saturday/Sunday 1:00pm-7:00pm
September 26/27
October 17/18
November 21/22
December 12/13
January 2/3
January 30/ 31
February 27/28
March 27 NO Class Easter Sunday
April 24/25
May 29/30
Plus All Wednesdays from 7pm-9:00pm on Zoom Only
October 7 -May 27
With the exception of November 11 and December 23.
Everything is recorded in case you have to miss a day or a week.
What You Will Learn
Your 200-hour training includes education and experience in:
- Yoga Asana & Movement: Learn how yoga poses work in different bodies and how to offer thoughtful variations rather than assuming one version works for everyone.
- Applied Anatomy: Build an understanding of movement, joints, muscles, common limitations, and how anatomy can inform the way you teach.
- Teaching Methodology: Learn how to give clear instructions, demonstrate effectively, observe students, use props, offer choices, and create an environment where people feel supported.
- Sequencing: Learn how to build thoughtful yoga classes with intention, structure, progression, and purpose.
- Yoga Philosophy:Explore the history, philosophy, ethics, and deeper teachings of yoga and consider how they apply to modern life and teaching.
- Meditation & Mindfulness: Develop your own meditation practice while learning techniques you can confidently share with others.
- Accessible Yoga: Learn how to adapt the experience of yoga for different bodies, abilities, mobility levels, ages, and life experiences.
- Practice Teaching: Gain real experience teaching in a supportive environment, receiving feedback, and building confidence before you graduate.
- Finding Your Teaching Voice: There is no single personality required to be a good yoga teacher. You will be encouraged to discover how you teach, rather than learning to imitate someone else.
Meet Your Faculty
You will learn from a team of experienced teachers who bring different areas of expertise, perspectives, and teaching styles into the program.
Trista Davis
Trista Davis is the founder of Above Average Wellness and brings years of experience in yoga, somatic coaching, breathwork, meditation, and adult education to the teacher training program. Her work is centred around making yoga and wellness feel accessible to people who have not always felt represented, comfortable, or successful in traditional wellness spaces. She is especially passionate about helping students understand that good teaching is not about performing poses perfectly. It is about learning how to see the person in front of you and respond thoughtfully. Trista’s teaching focuses on inclusive movement, embodiment, communication, confidence, and practical application. Her goal is to help future teachers develop a strong understanding of yoga while also learning to trust their own voice and create classes where a wider range of people can genuinely belong. |
Gillian Soder
Gillian Soder is the founder of Body Labs Movement Education and brings a unique depth of anatomical knowledge to our teacher training. With more than two decades of study in yoga and the human form, Gillian’s background includes university education, forensic medicine, and thousands of human dissections. This firsthand experience shaped the way she understands anatomy, movement, and the incredible variation that exists from one body to another. Gillian specializes in making anatomy practical, approachable, and genuinely useful for yoga teachers and movement professionals. Her teaching helps future instructors move beyond memorizing muscles and poses so they can better understand the bodies in front of them, make thoughtful teaching decisions, and teach with greater confidence. |
Additional Faculty
Throughout the training, you will also learn from experienced guest educators and specialists who bring additional knowledge and perspectives into the program.
What Past Students Say
"I highly recommend the YTT 200 program at AAW. I am of limited mobility with physical disabilities, and this program was inclusive, adaptive, and more than able and willing work with and teach me. I feel competent and ready to move forward in my yoga teaching journey. The instructors are knowledgeable, helpful, supportive. and encouraging. They build community and our cohort became like family. I had a wonderful experience and am so glad I chose this studio for my training."
Corrie-Class of 2026
"The owner (Trista) , yoga teachers and staff are fantastic. The studio is very supportive and inclusive. I enjoyed my training and will continue my practice and learning with this studio in the future. I would highly recommend this studio for anyone who wants to become a yoga teacher and/or wants to further their yoga practice and journey."
Sharon-Class of 2026
"This school provides teaching for every body. They teach and provide well rounded support for all their students. They have prepared me to go teach where most professed teachers do not go. They have provided out of the box training for those who operate inside the box."
-Monica- Class of 2025
"Truly an amazing yoga teacher training. Anatomy, biotensegrity, yoga philosophy, asanas and the many ways to adapt movement for individuals, plus the deep dive into your own self."
Mandi-Class of 2023
"Outstanding quality, exceeded expectations! Trista always went the extra mile to hold an inclusive environment, make the experience very accessible, and arranged for multiple specialists to share their knowledge with us students which really enriched the experience. Highly recommend to anyone that wants an accessible and inclusive experience that supports larger body types. I will be forever grateful for this wonderful, life changing experience!"
Jennifer-2023
Tuition & Payment Options
Earlybird $3095 Until September 10
Full Tuition $3395
Your tuition includes the full 200-hour training experience, instruction, mentorship, practice teaching, and required training materials as outlined in your registration package.
We know that Teacher Training is a significant investment, so payment plans are available at $309.50/month. No additional costs for using a payment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be good at yoga?
No.You do not need an advanced physical practice, and you will not be expected to perform advanced poses.You need enough personal experience with yoga to be curious about learning more. We will teach you from there.
Do I have to be flexible?
Absolutely not. Flexibility is not a requirement for practising or teaching yoga.
In fact, learning alongside people with different bodies, ranges of motion, strengths, and limitations is an important part of becoming a more thoughtful teacher.
Do I have to want to become a yoga teacher?
No. Some students know from the beginning that they want to teach. Others take the program because they want to deepen their own practice and understanding of yoga.You are welcome to begin without knowing exactly where the training will lead you.
What if I am nervous about teaching?
Most people are.Teaching is a skill, and confidence develops through practice.
You will have opportunities throughout the program to practise teaching gradually in a supportive environment. You are not expected to arrive already knowing how to lead a room.
Can I take the training online?
Yes. This is a hybrid program with both Edmonton and online participation available.
How long is the training?
The program runs for approximately nine months.We intentionally teach over an extended period so you have time to absorb the material, practise, integrate what you are learning, and build confidence.
What happens if I have physical limitations or injuries?
Our training is built around the understanding that bodies are different. You will be encouraged to work with your own body and use variations, props, chairs, walls, and other supports where appropriate.
If you have specific concerns, we are happy to talk with you before you register.
Still Wondering If This Is For You?
You do not have to figure it out alone. Book a short conversation with us and bring your questions.
We can talk about your yoga experience, what is drawing you toward Teacher Training, any concerns you have, and whether this particular program feels like the right fit. There is no pressure to enrol.
Email Trista at [email protected]
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Our next 200-Hour Yoga for All Bodies Teacher Training begins September 27.
You do not need to feel completely ready. You just need to be willing to begin.
Throughout the training, you will also learn from experienced guest educators and specialists who bring additional knowledge and perspectives into the program.
What Past Students Say
"I highly recommend the YTT 200 program at AAW. I am of limited mobility with physical disabilities, and this program was inclusive, adaptive, and more than able and willing work with and teach me. I feel competent and ready to move forward in my yoga teaching journey. The instructors are knowledgeable, helpful, supportive. and encouraging. They build community and our cohort became like family. I had a wonderful experience and am so glad I chose this studio for my training."
Corrie-Class of 2026
"The owner (Trista) , yoga teachers and staff are fantastic. The studio is very supportive and inclusive. I enjoyed my training and will continue my practice and learning with this studio in the future. I would highly recommend this studio for anyone who wants to become a yoga teacher and/or wants to further their yoga practice and journey."
Sharon-Class of 2026
"This school provides teaching for every body. They teach and provide well rounded support for all their students. They have prepared me to go teach where most professed teachers do not go. They have provided out of the box training for those who operate inside the box."
-Monica- Class of 2025
"Truly an amazing yoga teacher training. Anatomy, biotensegrity, yoga philosophy, asanas and the many ways to adapt movement for individuals, plus the deep dive into your own self."
Mandi-Class of 2023
"Outstanding quality, exceeded expectations! Trista always went the extra mile to hold an inclusive environment, make the experience very accessible, and arranged for multiple specialists to share their knowledge with us students which really enriched the experience. Highly recommend to anyone that wants an accessible and inclusive experience that supports larger body types. I will be forever grateful for this wonderful, life changing experience!"
Jennifer-2023
Tuition & Payment Options
Earlybird $3095 Until September 10
Full Tuition $3395
Your tuition includes the full 200-hour training experience, instruction, mentorship, practice teaching, and required training materials as outlined in your registration package.
We know that Teacher Training is a significant investment, so payment plans are available at $309.50/month. No additional costs for using a payment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be good at yoga?
No.You do not need an advanced physical practice, and you will not be expected to perform advanced poses.You need enough personal experience with yoga to be curious about learning more. We will teach you from there.
Do I have to be flexible?
Absolutely not. Flexibility is not a requirement for practising or teaching yoga.
In fact, learning alongside people with different bodies, ranges of motion, strengths, and limitations is an important part of becoming a more thoughtful teacher.
Do I have to want to become a yoga teacher?
No. Some students know from the beginning that they want to teach. Others take the program because they want to deepen their own practice and understanding of yoga.You are welcome to begin without knowing exactly where the training will lead you.
What if I am nervous about teaching?
Most people are.Teaching is a skill, and confidence develops through practice.
You will have opportunities throughout the program to practise teaching gradually in a supportive environment. You are not expected to arrive already knowing how to lead a room.
Can I take the training online?
Yes. This is a hybrid program with both Edmonton and online participation available.
How long is the training?
The program runs for approximately nine months.We intentionally teach over an extended period so you have time to absorb the material, practise, integrate what you are learning, and build confidence.
What happens if I have physical limitations or injuries?
Our training is built around the understanding that bodies are different. You will be encouraged to work with your own body and use variations, props, chairs, walls, and other supports where appropriate.
If you have specific concerns, we are happy to talk with you before you register.
Still Wondering If This Is For You?
You do not have to figure it out alone. Book a short conversation with us and bring your questions.
We can talk about your yoga experience, what is drawing you toward Teacher Training, any concerns you have, and whether this particular program feels like the right fit. There is no pressure to enrol.
Email Trista at [email protected]
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Our next 200-Hour Yoga for All Bodies Teacher Training begins September 27.
You do not need to feel completely ready. You just need to be willing to begin.