Megan's Yoga Tribe
Teach yoga. Change Lives.
Starting with your own.
A Heart-Centered, 200-HR Hybrid Yoga Teacher Training designed to help you transform your life and guide others to do the same.
Hybrid Online Flexibility
Real-Life Integration in Tulum
Affordable Payment Plans
Learn to teach from the heart and change lives
Our mission is to train heart centered yoga instructors who don’t just teach classes… they hold space for transformation.
We believe yoga is more than movement, it’s a way of living. Through the integration of yoga philosophy, safe and intentional teaching, and trauma-informed practices, we guide our instructors to lead with presence, purpose, and deep care for the humans in front of them.
Through heart-centered teaching, we ripple more love, more peace, and more connection into the world, one student, one class, one community at a time.
This is not a “learn how to teach yoga poses” training.
This is a life-changing, identity-shifting experience.
The Heart-Centered Hybrid Yoga School
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Heart Over Ego
Transformation Over Transaction
Yoga Off the Mat
Honor the Individual
Safe, Inclusive Spaces
Growth & Self-Study
Community Over Competition
Purpose-Driven Teaching
Your Home in Tulum
Welcome to Villa Elements—a private luxury retreat nestled in the lush jungle of Tulum, designed for both relaxation and transformation.
This stunning villa is one of the few in Tulum featuring a private, air-conditioned yoga shala, allowing us to practice comfortably no matter the weather.
With six beautifully designed private suites and spacious shared living areas, the villa comfortably accommodates our group while still offering space for privacy and restoration. Each room features premium bedding, air conditioning, blackout curtains, and thoughtfully curated details to support deep rest.
The villa is split into two wings connected by a light-filled breezeway, creating an open, grounded, jungle-inspired atmosphere. Upstairs, you’ll find a rooftop pool, perfect for unwinding, connecting, and soaking in the magic of Tulum.
Located just steps from the heart of town, you’ll experience the perfect balance of peaceful jungle serenity and vibrant local energy.
200-hour Certification Experience
This is not just a training… this is a journey.
A journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. Where you learn not only how to teach yoga, but how to live it. Our hybrid model is intentionally designed to give you the flexibility of online learning with the depth of in-person connection and immersion.
200 Hour Certification
Phase 1: Virtual Training (4 Weeks Pre-Immersion)
- Weekly Zoom (Sundays 6–8pm CST)
- Online modules
- Philosophy, anatomy, trauma-informed teaching
- Journaling + self-discovery
Begin your journey from home with a structured, yet flexible learning experience designed to support your real life. Weekly Commitment: ~17.5 hours
Phase 2: Tulum Immersion (Nov 1–8)
- 7-day in-person experience
- Daily yoga, workshops, teaching labs
- Deep connection + breakthroughs
Spend one powerful week together in Tulum. Mexico a 60-hour in-person intensive designed to deepen your practice, your confidence, and your ability to teach from the heart.
Phase 3: Integration + Practicum (3 Weeks Post)
- Live coaching calls
- Teach recorded & Zoom LIVE class
- Sequencing assignment
- Final feedback
After immersion, you’ll step into your role as a teacher—with guidance and support.
Weekly Commitment: ~13 hours
Tuition and Refund Policy
The total all-inclusive price for the 200-Hour YTT program, including the one-week immersion in Tulum lodging and all meals, is $4,444 for a Queen Shared Room or $4,999 for a King Solo Room.
This price does not include the flight to Tulum or required books.
Payment Structure
A non-refundable deposit of $750 is required to secure enrollment. The remaining balance is paid via seven monthly payments
Tuition and Refund Terms
- Non-Refundable Tuition: All monies paid are non-refundable, and the total tuition is due whether you complete the training or not.
- Mid-Session Withdrawal: If you have to stop training mid-session, you have the option to pick up where you left off at one of our hybrid or in-person trainings for 12 months.
- Expulsion: Trainees who are expelled from the program due to a violation of the Code of Conduct or other policies are not eligible for any refund or credit toward future training.
RYS 200 Core Curriculum & Competencies
Program Overview
A comprehensive, transformational training rooted in practice, science, and self-discovery
Techniques, Training & Practice (75 Hours)
Learn the foundations of yoga through movement, breath, and experiential learning
Asana
Historical Context
This training introduces asana within the broader evolution of yoga, emphasizing its roots in meditative practice rather than performance-based movement. Trainees explore how asana developed from early seated postures for meditation into modern physical practices, with an emphasis on returning to its original intention: preparing the body and mind for stillness, awareness, and transformation.
Poses Specific to Lineage
Our lineage is rooted in functional, accessible vinyasa and restorative yoga, emphasizing safety, inclusivity, and nervous system regulation.
Postures include (but are not limited to):
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Sukhasana (Easy Seat)
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Savasana (Final Rest)
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Tadasana (Mountain Pose)
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Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Dog)
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Bhujangasana (Cobra)
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Balasana (Child’s Pose)
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Virabhadrasana I, II (Warrior I & II)
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Trikonasana (Triangle)
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Setu Bandhasana (Bridge)
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Low Lunge variations
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Seated forward folds and gentle twists
How poses are taught:
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Breakdown of alignment, purpose, and energetic effect
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Functional vs aesthetic alignment principles
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Use of props and modifications
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Contraindications and accessibility options
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Experiential learning through practice and teaching labs
Sequencing (Asana, Pranayama, Meditation)
Trainees will:
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Participate in daily practice (asana, pranayama, meditation)
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Experience multiple class styles
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Develop body awareness and personal practice
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Practice teaching in small groups
Trainees learn to build intentional, safe, and effective class sequences that include:
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Grounding and centering
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Breathwork integration
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Intelligent warm-up and peak pose preparation
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Nervous system-aware pacing
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Integration of meditation and rest
Outcome: trainees can design classes for specific goals (energizing, calming, restorative, emotional release, etc.)
Meditation Methods
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Breath awareness
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Body scan
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Guided visualization
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Mantra meditation
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Mindfulness-based meditation
Anatomy, Alignment & Contraindications
We teach shared foundational principles, including:
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Joint stacking and stability
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Spinal integrity and neutral alignment
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Safe range of motion
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Muscle engagement vs relaxation
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Common contraindications (pregnancy, injury, hypermobility, etc.)
Integration:
Trainees apply these principles in real-time through:
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Practice teaching
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Case scenarios
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Observation and feedback
Chanting, Mantras & Mudras
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Introduction to mantra (e.g., Om, So Hum)
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Basic mudras (e.g., Gyan Mudra)
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Optional chanting practices
Integration:
Used as tools for grounding, intention setting, and deepening awareness.
Pranayama & Subtle Body
Historical Context
Exploration of pranayama as a bridge between body and mind within traditional yoga systems.
Techniques Covered
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Ujjayi Breath
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Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril)
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Kapalabhati (Breath of Fire – with safety considerations)
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Diaphragmatic breathing
Effects on Body & Nervous System
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Regulation of stress response
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Connection to vagal tone
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Impact on mental clarity and emotional regulation
Subtle Body Concepts
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Koshas (5 layers of being)
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Chakras (energy centers)
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Nadis (energy channels)
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Prana Vayus (movement of energy)
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Kleshas (mental obstacles)
Teaching approach:
Simplified, accessible, and experiential—not overly esoteric.
Anatomy & Physiology (30 Hours)
Understand the body, movement, and nervous system to teach safely and effectively
Anatomy
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Major bones and joint structures
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Types of joints (hinge, ball-and-socket, etc.)
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Major muscle groups used in yoga
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Types of muscle contraction (eccentric, concentric, isometric)
Physiology
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Fight/flight/freeze response
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Parasympathetic activation
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Polyvagal theory basics
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Mind-body connection
Strong emphasis on trauma-informed teaching
Other Systems
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Respiratory system and breath mechanics
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Cardiovascular system (circulation and movement)
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Digestive & endocrine systems (stress + hormones)
Biomechanics
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Movement patterns (flexion, extension, etc.)
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Joint stabilization
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Injury prevention
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Safe transitions
Integration:
Applied directly to asana and teaching methodology.
Yoga Humanities (30 Hours)
Explore the roots, philosophy, and deeper meaning of yoga as a lifelong practice
History
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Origins of yoga
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Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita
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Hatha Yoga evolution
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Modern yoga movement
Philosophy
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Yoga as a way of life
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Eight Limbs of Yoga
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Key texts:
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Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
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Bhagavad Gita
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Hatha Yoga Pradipika
Self-Discovery & Personal Growth
A foundational pillar of this program is self-inquiry and personal transformation.
Trainees will:
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Engage in journaling and reflection exercises
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Explore limiting beliefs and patterns
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Develop confidence and authentic voice
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Clarify purpose and intention as a teacher
Outcome:
Graduates teach from lived experience—not memorization.
Ethics
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Yoga Sutras (Yamas & Niyamas)
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Yoga Alliance Ethical Commitment
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Trauma-informed and inclusive teaching
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Equity, accessibility, and diversity in yoga
Accountability includes:
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Code of conduct
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Clear scope of practice
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Feedback and mentorship
This training is designed to go beyond teaching yoga as a physical practice.
Our graduates are prepared to teach safely, inclusively, and with a deep understanding of yoga as a transformational tool for life, creating a ripple effect of healing, connection, and purpose within their communities.
Meet Your Instructors
Join our community of purpose-filled teachers sharing our love of Yoga with the world!
Carly-Lead Teacher
I started practicing yoga many moons ago as a calming lunch break from my corporate job, in those early days it was impossible to close my eyes and calm my mind during savasana - I was the one with at least one eye open. Today my practice is fundamental to managing stress; my mat is my calm in the storm – a place where I am fully present. It is where I have learned to trust and honor my body and connect with my self.
I am a 500 ERYT, YAECP. My 200 hour yoga certification is from Zen Zone Yoga and my 300 hour is from Rishikesh Yogpeeth where I studied Hatha and Ashtanga over 5 weeks in India. I an also trained in Chair Yoga, creative Vinyasa sequencing, Yoga Nidra and Trauma Informed teaching.
Megan
I’m Megan, a wife to a man I LOVE fiercely, mom of four, yoga instructor, business coach, owner and founder of Megan's Yoga Tribe, and heart-on-fire visionary on a mission to create a more peaceful, love-filled world.
18 years ago, I landed on a yoga mat out of desperation. I was drowning in $820K of business debt in a business that was stealing my soul (not yoga) that's a story for another day, emotionally exhausted, and disconnected from myself. I was a mom of four who didn’t know how to slow down or breathe. Yoga cracked me open. That mat became the sacred space where I stopped numbing and started healing. It taught me how to choose myself, and in doing so, I began to transform everything.
At Megan's Yoga Tribe
Our curriculum is custom-designed. Not corporate.
Not all curriculum is created equal.
Hybrid Learning Designed for Busy Lives
Trauma-Informed + Safe Teaching Focus
Heart-Centered Community + Connection
Hours of Transformational Training
Weeks of Guided Virtual Learning
Nights Real-Life Integration in Tulum
Life-Changing Experience that changes you and others
Our training is built on a foundation of heart-centered training from powerful mentors.
"The single best decision I have ever made [after marrying my best friend] was enrolling in yoga teacher training with Ruthann Zentner & Tricia Maple Tayrien. This one *YES* transformed my entire life!
When I enrolled in YTT my intention was not to teach yoga. It was to dive deeper into my yoga practice, it was to do something for me, it was to grow personally and expand my tools to navigate life as a busy working mom.
What I received was a life-changing journey and the tools to be a compassionate yoga instructor, a healer, and turn my passion into a thriving business serving my purpose and living a life that sets my soul on FIRE!
Being able to grow our yoga training program outside of Kansas City with Carly is the honor of a lifetime.
-Megan Sevart-Culbertson, Owner of Megan’s Yoga Tribe
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