Mind to Body 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program
This training is in person as well as offered LIVE online.
The 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program at Mind to Body follows the guidelines set out by the Yoga Alliance, ensuring the highest educational standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism. We concentrate on providing exceptional training for all students. Our goal is to make the rich and profound practice of yoga accessible, inspiring, and enjoyable for everyone, while both honoring the traditions of yoga and playing a part in its evolution.
Whether you are an aspiring yoga teacher or interested in an in-depth study of yoga for personal development, this program will be one of the best six months of your life.
Program Curriculum
An understanding of the structure of the body and how postures create change within that structure is key to safe instruction. Practical applied anatomy, observing types of body – organic or muscular – is a component of the anatomy training. Compressive and tensile forces and variations in skeletal structure are explored as well as muscle groups, the subtle body, and it’s energies. Students are provided with an excellent text to support their studies in Anatomy.
The best yoga teachers consistently practice yoga to develop their physical, mental, and emotional strength. This emphasis on a synergistic connection between the body and mind allows teachers gain the wisdom necessary to teach from their hearts.
The best way to teach yoga is by having your own practice. A personal practice will allow you fully develop your wisdom and skill as a teacher who teaches the mind-body connection of yoga. By utilizing the principles of modern holistic biomechanics, teachers-in-training will use the most elegant and user-friendly methods of teaching available. Rather than practicing a specific sequence of postures every day, your practice will include creative sequencing techniques. The introduction to meditation and Pranayama (breath expansion) techniques are components of our daily practice. By the end of the program, teachers-in-training will have the skills necessary to build a well-rounded personal yoga practice.
The central focus of this 200-hour yoga teacher training program is on how to lead a safe, effective, and joyful yoga class. The methodology plays an integral role in leading a successful and interesting yoga class. Teachers-in-training will learn to listen to their own voice and become aware of their patterns of language, and be encouraged to examine and refine the clarity of their communication. Teachers will begin to explore their tone of voice to teach different types of classes, such as the difference between the chakra vs asana voice. The use of language will be observed and the use of simple language will be encouraged to refine teaching techniques. Teachers-in-training will learn detailed ways of staying present while practicing asanas, encouraging relaxation or tension where appropriate, and integrating a breathing to guide asana practice. Skills and knowledge on how to cue will be explored in order to align the body safely and comfortably to encourage a deeper release while keeping the breath connection going. General principles in giving physical adjustments will be taught under guidance.
Philosophy
Yoga’s philosophy goal is to seek the answer the question, “Who are we?” All of yoga’s philosophy can be woven into teaching its physical practice, which enriches the students’ experience. The origin of yoga and its philosophy are fascinating subjects. Via lectures and discussions, a good foundation of knowledge and understanding of yoga is developed. The key texts of yoga will be explored, such as The Upanishads, The Bhagavad Gita, and The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Ethics and Lifestyle
What is ethical behaviour? How does a lifestyle aligned with our highest good positively affect our ability to teach? Understanding the yoga guidelines and adapting the yogic texts to the modern world will be a starting point for a discussion of ethics. Teachers-in-training will learn to apply these ideas to practical situations and embody a holistic understanding of ethics in yoga.
Ayurveda is the sister science of yoga. The theory may appear complex, with lots of Sanskrit terminology, however, its principles are beautifully simple and are as relevant as ever in the 21st Century. We will be exploring our ‘dosha’ or Ayurvedic mind body type; better understand ourselves, our partners and others; how and why life in the 21st century has the potential to unbalance all 3 doshas; learn daily Ayurvedic routines- why it makes sense to do a bit more than brush your teeth; why massage is considered so essential in Ayurveda and how to give yourself a daily massage; you are what you eat, balancing the 6 tastes, and the effects of food on the mind; learn useful Ayurvedic herbs and spices and how to use these to improve the agni (digestive fire).
This section covers the role of a yoga teacher, getting yourself established as a professional yoga teacher, and then being successful in teaching yoga as your source of livelihood.
Additional Assignments & Homework - 15 to 20 hours
Why choose Mind to Body Yoga for your 200-hour training?
- We ensure the highest educational standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism, and exceed the training standards set out by Yoga Alliance.
- The LIVE Online schedule allows students to continue to work full or part-time while enrolled in the program.
- Keep your weekends free - training is on Tuesdays from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Community leader guest faculty – students will be studying with the best of the best.
- With an integrated, well-informed, and open perspective, we tie together the insights and wisdom of many different traditions. This creates a cohesive and innovative approach to yoga with skills that can be applied in the modern world.
- We provide encouragement and guidance to help you find your unique voice and develop your internal wisdom and the mind-body connection.
- Community building is one of the primary objectives of our program. Wherever possible, we try to build and sustain a long-term commitment to our students and assist them in meeting their personal goals.
- Our program is accredited by the Yoga Alliance. Successful graduates of this program can apply for RYT-200 status.
Tuition
$3200 CAD (+ HST).
Payment Options:
A $500 (+HST) non-refundable deposit will be required upon acceptance of your application.
The remaining balance may be paid:
In full — 1 payment of $2700 (+HST) due Jan 1, 2025
In installments — 4 payments: $725 (+HST) on Jan 1, Feb 1, Mar 1 and Apr 1, 2025
Limited seats:
First come first serve basis. Sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Faculty for Yoga Teacher Training Program
Community leader guest faculty – students will be studying with the best of the best. Please see bio of the lead teachers Pritpal Singh and Tony Murdock, other special guests are brought in as per the demands of curriculum.
Pritpal
Master Yoga Teacher & Entrepreneur
Pritpal is the founder of Mind to Body Yoga Training. She has been practicing yoga since the year 2000 and has been teaching yoga for over 15 years since the year 2005, has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto (CES), and Certification in Human Resources Management. She is an E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher, the highest accreditation available through Yoga Alliance. She has worked in the corporate world in Human Resources for over 15 years, however, her passion for yoga & fitness eventually pulled her towards yoga teachings.
Since 2005 she has been instructing yoga classes and also virtually practicing yoga every day along with breathing exercises known as pranayama (prah-nai-Yah-mah). She saw and felt the changes in her mind & body including toning, flexibility, and tranquility. Yoga has brought her mental peace and a sense of gratitude. It has put her in touch with her inner self, bringing calmness deep inside her.
A combination of practicing yoga, dancing, and eating healthy allows her to feel confident, courageous, energetic, and enthusiastic about life – making her clients feel the same is what motivates Pritpal. She wants to bring the best out of her clients so that they can reach their full potential and accomplish their goals. “I am genuinely passionate about yoga and want to make a difference in people's lives and help them. I truly want my clients to succeed and be happy. ”
In 2016 Pritpal founded and operated one of Mississauga's largest yoga studio Mind to Body Yoga and Fitness until forced to shut down due to coronavirus pandemic. As an entrepreneur with a yogic mindset, Pritpal adapted to the new ways and has now created a home-based yoga studio to continue with yoga teacher trainings, workshops, reiki healing, pre-and postnatal yoga, restorative yoga, as well as private and small group yoga classes from her beautiful home studio. Her yoga teachings are influenced based on her human resources corporate experience combined with the ancient yogic practices guided by a western approach to self-improvement, self-understanding, and developing inner power.
Pritpal has taught over 7500 hours of yoga and continues to educate herself in the yoga & fitness field. Below is a list of her certifications:
Yoga Alliance Registered E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher
Certified Restorative Yoga Teacher
Certified Pre and Postnatal Yoga Teacher
Certified Yin Yoga Teacher
CAN-FIT-PRO certified Group Instructor Specialist
CAN-FIT-PRO certified Personal Trainer Specialist
Humber College - Fitness Leadership certificate
Brad
Brad Terrell is a bright and ambitious student and instructor of yoga and meditation. Brad’s father influenced him to practice yoga and meditation at the young age of 9. He then practiced its techniques and philosophies leisurely until the age of 17 where he developed a true inspiration for yoga when he suffered a severe knee injury from playing sports that left him unable to walk for over 6 months. During his recovery, he practiced for 3 hours daily over the following summer. At the end of that summer, Brad had never felt better physically, mentally and spiritually and knew then he had to share that same inspiration with others.
Brad has since travelled world wide studying different techniques of yoga and meditation in hopes of gaining more awareness of himself and that of the world around him. As he took on India backpacking for over 4 months, he obtained his Official Registered Yoga Teacher Certification with Yoga Alliance (RYT200) in Goa, India. He also participated in some of the most authentic meditation and yoga classes in the world at the OSHO International Ashram in Pune, India, where he studied different modalities and healing therapies. Brad then went to holly cities in the Himalaya’s where he gained knowledge and insights from seeks, on yoga methods to enlightenment, and also explored the many different religions and cultures.
Brad started his teaching career in Zanzibar, Tanzania, a small tropical island on the east cost of Africa. Where he resided with his father for almost 6 months and taught yoga and meditation to locals and tourists. He progressed through yoga by continuing his practice through workshops world wide such as the Yoga for Back Pain and Scoliosis Workshop in San Francisco, California. He also attended multiple Kundulini Yoga workshops in Warsaw and Gydnia, Poland.
Brad has a wide variety of teaching styles yet his primary yoga teachings are Vinyasa Flow, Yin and Hatha Yoga. He has also taught alternative styles such as Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kundulini, Power and Hot Yoga. Brad has now been teaching and studying at multiple studios and classrooms worldwide for nearly 6 years and hopes to gain more knowledge and wisdom that will aid in the earths healing process.
Brad’s teachings are infused with enthusiasm, humour, wisdom, grace, peace and tranquility. He invites you to experience what he has learned and in return to practice the beautiful transformation: yoga.
Jan 2025 Program Schedule
200 Hour YTT Program (Jan - Jun 2025)
Classes are Tuesday's and 2 Sunday's
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Jan 7, 14, 21, 28
- Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
- Mar 4, 11, 18, 25
- Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- May 6, 13, 20, 27
- Jun 3, 10, 17, 24
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Feb 9
- Feb 23
How to Apply
Please call 416-527-2254 for any questions related to Yoga Teacher Training.
Testimonials
The 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training program at Mind to Body was one of the best experiences of my life. This program gave more than I could have imagined possible, by offering weekend training flexibility, special guests, interactive workshops and exciting outings. The atmosphere of the studio is peaceful and inviting making for a comfortable, enjoyable and safe space to learn.
Our teacher Pritpal Singh is a kind compassionate soul who held a disciplined focus to get through all the material. She showed a true love for yoga and offers her students a long term commitment of continued support. I am truly grateful to have had her as a teacher and look up to her as my mentor. Tony Murdoch, our spiritual guide took us through some important yoga philosophy that is often over looked in the West. He has a true passion for meditation and yoga philosophy. With his genuine interest in his field of study, and his charismatic demeanour, it made learning about the roots of yoga fun and intriguing. The quality of training was exceptional and the encouragement and support we received from our trainers was most respected.
A big break through for me, was in my ability to stop comparing myself to my classmates, all experienced yoga students who had years of a strong and consistent practice. Whenever feelings of fear or anxiety would arise, I would kindly remind myself that I was on my own unique yoga journey and would then only compare myself to my last attempt. Learning to accept and appreciate where I was in my life has allowed me to become more focused. This focus has given me mental clarity and confidence to apply the skills I have learned towards building a well-rounded yoga practice that I can share with others.
I consider the YTT program to have been a huge investment as it has taught me so many valuable things that I’ve happily adopted into my day to day life. I am thankful to have met all the amazing teachers and fellow students along the way. If you are looking to empower yourself and better your life, I highly recommend the YTT program at Mind to Body. It was a truly amazing and life changing experience.
- Sabrina
I had been practicing yoga for about 3 years before I decided to enroll in Yoga Teacher Training program, with the sole intention of improving my yoga poses and continuing to build up my strength and flexibility. What I have taken away from the YTT program is so much more than physical resilience; I have learned a new way of living life – the yogic way of life. I have learned to incorporate yoga into my life and am now a firm believer that balance is in fact the key to health, wealth and happiness. I balance working hard with playing hard, dancing all night long with meditating and practicing yoga the next day, and travelling the world for new adventures with finding adventures in the little things in life. Furthermore, I have learned that the key to my happiness is giving 120% of my effort in everything that I do, without attaching myself to the end results.
My balanced and positive approach to life has no doubt opened up new doors of opportunities in my own personal and professional lives. I cannot be more grateful and am truly humbled to have had the privilege of being one of the first students to complete the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Mind to Body Yoga.
The studio was our home over the 4-month period, and it will always feel like home to me. Both Pritpal and Tony were amazing teachers who brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the program - we explored a wide range of topic from Sanskrit and the philosophy of yoga, to anatomy and Ayurveda, to meditation and Yoga Nidra. It was exciting to feel my body getting stronger each day and to notice myself becoming more aware of my spiritual Self.
I had such a wonderful, eye-opening experience over the course of the program and I would recommend this training to anyone who is looking to not only deepen their yoga practice, but also change their life for the better.
- Yuki
I just finished the YTT 200 program and I'm very pleased with all I have learned. The instructor has so much knowledge and always make sure that all students understand each subject before moving on to more advance classes. The studio is very pleasing and clean. The staff is great, always willing to gladly guide the students according to individual needs.
- Angela
YTT program for 200-Hrs at Mind to Body Yoga & Fitness was life changing for me. Mind to body studio - the place is very spacious, beautiful, positive and clean. I felt at home everytime I stepped inside. The program is not limited to only yoga-postures, it also includes Ayurveda, meditation, Human Body Anatomy and much more. Whether you are beginning or advanced in your practice, all yoga practitioners are welcome and encouraged to join this program. This course is created for individuals with aspirations of becoming yoga teachers but is appropriate for any individual wishing to further expand their yoga practice. Throughout the course you will learn Yoga Alliance-approved curriculum. The best spiritual teachers will share their experience to transform and enrich your life and your onwards teaching. Leave the program with the knowledge, experience and confidence to step in-front of a classroom and share your newfound gifts with the world.
It’s been a while since I have done yoga but my initial days as yogi were comfortable and after graduating from YTT Program, I felt a lot of improvement. I heard one day you miss a yoga class is a day you do not feel complete. It is important to say it became the highlight of my day and after YTT, it has become an important part of my life. The teachers are experts and have an amazing and hearted way to guide you through the class. Some of them became my close friends! All I can say is thank you, all you have taught me has help me through hard moments in my life. All my blessings, always.
- Gayatri
I just recently completed my 200-HR Yoga Teacher Training here at Mind to Body and can attest to it having been a wonderful experience. The owner and program coordinator is kind, approachable, understanding, knowledgeable and helpful. The studio is beautiful, clean and staff is friendly. Yoga teachers associated with this studio are also great. Highly recommend checking this place out.
- Sasha
It has been an amazing journey at Mind to Body with the Instructor who has been extremely encouraging throughout the process of the Yoga training and my fellow group. We learnt a lot from Ayurveda to Anatomy along with Yoga philosophy and meditation. I have completely transformed my life for the better and cant wait to share and guide others. I will forever be grateful for this beautiful experience.
- Akanksha
I completed my Yoga Teacher Training (RYT 200) in summer 2018 at Mind to Body Yoga & Fitness. The program is very well structured and balanced in terms of both theoretical and practical aspects of the training. The instructors were experienced & knowledgeable. The studio space is clean and comfortable. I highly recommend this studio.
- Mitsa
Mind to Body is a wonderful and welcoming yoga studio for all levels. Great teachers that really know their stuff also the members are very friendly. This studio is very clean and well taken care of. Pritpal is amazing! I did my yoga teachers training here and I was very pleased with the entire program I left the program with such great knowledge for yoga and life long friends.
- Gloria
I did my Yoga Teacher Training at Mind to Body Yoga and it was one of the best decisions I've made. The training was in depth and very organized, while at the same time fun! Pritpal, the studio director who leads the training is wonderful and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend it.
- Zaida
I was in search of a yoga teacher training program and stumbled upon Mind to Body....its become my second home ever since. The yoga teacher training program was very detail oriented and definitely prepared for my yoga journey. They covered a lot of topics like anatomy and basics of ayurveda as well. I continue to attend regular yoga classes there now. They offer many various different types of classes..my favs are the restorative and yin classes. The staff is very inviting and friendly and the studio is very very clean and well maintained. Oh yea...can't forget the complimentary delicious detox tea I have every time I attend a class is a bonus!! I highly recommend it.
- Sara
The mind to body yoga teacher training program was a life changing experience. Not only were we taught the foundations of yoga practice, we were also given the opportunity to form relationships with a variety of yogis. I have grown in confidence since started this program and look forward to start teaching and sharing the joy instilled in me with others. Thank you mind to body!
- Christal
Mind to Body Yoga is a place I call home. They have a clean studio, with amazing amenities and friendly and knowledgable staff. They offer endless cups of warm detox tea to help you relax after a busy day. The professional yoga instructors and variety of classes meet all of your yoga practices. Mind to Body Yoga also has a warm studio with updated showers and washroom facilities. I took my YTT with Pritpal and this course has completed changed my life and I am grateful for the people I have met during my journey. I would highly recommend trying a class at this studio and see for yourself why it has been voted Mississauga’s best. Namaste.
- Sara M
I've recently completed a 200 hour YYT training at Mind to Body Yoga. I highly recommend this studio as the training was an incredible, life changing experience for me. I learned that yoga is so much more than a physical practice and that learning has no boundaries. Mind to Body Yoga is what yoga is all about. Founder and director Pritpal has created an inclusive, welcoming, supportive environment for learning and a beautiful community for practice.
- Ibolya