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The Foundations certificate is a 200-hour teacher training program designed as a flexible program that can be completed in as little as 8 months or as long as two years.
The Foundations certificate is a 200 hour teacher training program designed as a flexible program that can be completed in as little as 8 months or as long as two years. We dive deep into the 8-limbed path of practice. This program is an amazing way to deepen your practice, or to build a foundation for teaching yoga that emanates from your own commitment to living yoga.
The curriculum is divided into 3 components:
The 200-hour program is registered with Yoga Alliance. Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll receive a 200-hour certificate. You’ll have the option to register with Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour level.
The curriculum is divided into 2 main curriculum segments:
1) A core curriculum (your enrollment fees cover the core courses and all training administration and support) and
2) Electives (you'll choose these and pay for them separately).
Enrollment is open for our February 15, 2026 cohort.
Enrollment fees include the core curriculum, 1 year of Janet's livestream membership, and program administration.
You'll enroll in and pay for electives separately; this allows for flexibility in content, modality (virtual or in-person), and the pace of completion
Is this program eligible for Yoga Alliance certification?
Students who complete the 200-hour program will receive a teacher training certificate from Janet Stone Yoga that meets Yoga Alliance standards.
What are the prerequisites?
The prerequisites for the 200-hour are at least one year of yoga practice and study and a keen interest in exploring the philosophical and devotional aspects of practice alongside asana.
What are the requirements to complete the program?
The core curriculum includes 130 hours presented through 3 distinct online courses (see above) and the training core.
In addition, 70 hours of electives are required.
30 synchronous hours are required as part of the training core.
Graduation requirement: ~7 hours for integration and reflection.
When are the live virtual sessions offered and how long do I have access?
Live virtual sessions include virtual practices, training meet-ups and guest teacher sessions. You get one year of Janet's virtual membership as part of your enrollment fees.
How long will it take until I’m certified?
It will take a minimum of 8 months to complete your 300 hour certification, and you have up to two years to finish.
Are the electives included?
Electives are not included in the enrollment fees or the core curriculum. You can choose your own electives to fulfill the 70 required hours of electives and you'll enroll and pay for those separately.
Electives can be in-person or virtual, and options are listed on Janet's homepage.
Who do I contact with questions?
Please email connie@janetstoneyoga.com with all other questions.
Janet is an extremely wise and knowledgeable teacher who really lives the teachings. Her many years of experience shine through the course materials as well as how she responds to questions. I learned so much over the course of the training and I can say it has been personally transformational for me.
