Teach With Confidence, Clarity and Depth.
Becoming a yoga teacher with Markham Yoga means joining a vibrant, supportive, and diverse yoga community. In this 200-hour program, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and practical experience to guide students safely and authentically, with knowledge of holistic wellness, traditional practice and modern movement. A rich education that empowers you to teach not just in Toronto, GTA, but worldwide.
Why Students Choose Us
✔ Yoga Alliance Registered School ✔In-person teaching labs ✔ Small Groups ✔Live online theory sessions
✔Supportive, experienced faculty
✔ Yoga Alliance Registered School ✔In-person teaching labs ✔ Small Groups ✔Live online theory sessions
✔Supportive, experienced faculty
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Our training blends classical yoga philosophy, modern relative and functional anatomy real-time teaching practice. You won’t be left to figure it out alone.
You can’t learn to teach from a screen alone. You’ll be guided, supported, and seen.Many teacher trainings focus on memorizing sequences. Few prepare you to teach real people with confidence. At Markham Yoga, we believe teaching is a skill that grows through presence, practice, and mentorship. |
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FRAMEWORK
Yoga Style: Hatha, Vinyasa, YIN, Ashtanga Principles Course Length: 3 Month Weekend OR 8 Week Intensive Schedule: Fall, Winter and Spring In-Person + Online Live Lectures Skill level: All Levels Certificates 200HR Yoga Alliance Teacher Certification Markham Yoga & Wellness Certification of Completion Other Certifications Offered 300HR Yoga Teacher Certificate - Next Session Fall 2026 Registration Requirement: $500 Deposit 
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WHY OUR YOGA TRAINING
Here, we blend the roots of traditional yoga with modern movement. Whether you dream of teaching Vinyasa, Hatha, Power Flow, Fusion classes, or even Puppy Yoga, you’ll graduate with a strong, grounded foundation to do exactly that. This is a thoughtfully curated program that weaves rich yogic history into the tapestry of modern urban yoga, created for today’s wellness warriors. Our Signature Program is a robust education that takes yoga beyond the walls (and the mat!). We explore the deeper layers of philosophy, energy, and intention, answering the why behind the practice you’ve always wondered about. Because really… something as simple as Warrior I or Tree Pose, why does it feel so good? And am I actually doing it correctly? This is where we go. This is what we explore. And we take you on that journey with us. It’s kind of magical And for those with beautifully busy lives—we get it. That’s why our 8-week Fast Track is designed to support you fully. You’ll learn poses, cueing, and how to create intelligent, inclusive class plans for all levels through in-studio immersion, while exploring theory together online. It’s the perfect hybrid journey—deep, efficient, and flexible. Both paths are rooted in deep yogic philosophy and the subtle art of teaching, with detailed pose breakdowns, thoughtful modifications, and real-world tools that elevate your confidence and your voice as a teacher. I can almost promise, you’ll never look at yoga the same way again, and you will miss us when it’s over, we are that kind of a community … but it’s never really over- This is just the beginning. ✨ Lead trainers Mona Kaur, RYT-500 and Sophia Khalfan, RYT-500 with over 5000 hours of teaching experience - you are in seasoned hands.
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CURRICULUM
Our graduates have taught yoga to over 30,000 people since November 2019.
We provide opportunities for all our graduates to teach upon successful graduation and offer ongoing mentorship and guidance.
MARKHAM YOGA'S SPECIAL DEALS
WINTER 2006
COHORT 1
Feb 7 - Apr 11, 2026
COHORT 1
Feb 7 - Apr 11, 2026
CLOSED
Feb 7, 14, 15, 21, 22, 26, 28
March 7, 8, 12, 14, 19, 21, 22, 28
April 2, 4, 11
Schedule
Sat 10am-4pm - In Studio
Thurs. 6:45pm-8:45pm - Online
Sun 8am - 12pm
REGULAR FEES $3500 NOW $2600
Location: 1099 Kingston Road, Pickering
This winter training was created with you in mind, the active and curious woman. A program catered to bodies 40 years old and beyond. You do not need to be flexible, strong, or perfect to begin. You will be guided in understanding your body as it is today, learning how to move with awareness, adapt postures thoughtfully, and teach yoga in a way that honours real people and real lives. Learn how to teach groups 40+, pre, post menopausal, added modifications and variations to challenge and elevate life.
March 7, 8, 12, 14, 19, 21, 22, 28
April 2, 4, 11
Schedule
Sat 10am-4pm - In Studio
Thurs. 6:45pm-8:45pm - Online
Sun 8am - 12pm
REGULAR FEES $3500 NOW $2600
Location: 1099 Kingston Road, Pickering
This winter training was created with you in mind, the active and curious woman. A program catered to bodies 40 years old and beyond. You do not need to be flexible, strong, or perfect to begin. You will be guided in understanding your body as it is today, learning how to move with awareness, adapt postures thoughtfully, and teach yoga in a way that honours real people and real lives. Learn how to teach groups 40+, pre, post menopausal, added modifications and variations to challenge and elevate life.
Spring 2026
COHORT 2
Mar 14 - May 16, 2026
COHORT 2
Mar 14 - May 16, 2026
check the dates
Dates
March 14, 15, 21, 28
April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 25, 30
May 2, 7, 9, 16
Schedule
Sat 12pm - 6pm - In Studio
Thurs 6:45pm - 9pm - Online
March 14, 15, 21, 28
April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 25, 30
May 2, 7, 9, 16
Schedule
Sat 12pm - 6pm - In Studio
Thurs 6:45pm - 9pm - Online
Spring-Summer 2026
COHORT 3
Apr 18 - Jun 27, 2026
COHORT 3
Apr 18 - Jun 27, 2026
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Dates
April 18, 19, 25,
May 2, 9, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30
June 4, 6, 13, 18, 20, 27
Schedule
Sat 10am - 4pm - In Studio
Thurs 6:45pm - 9pm - Online
Location: 1099 Kingston Road
April 18, 19, 25,
May 2, 9, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30
June 4, 6, 13, 18, 20, 27
Schedule
Sat 10am - 4pm - In Studio
Thurs 6:45pm - 9pm - Online
Location: 1099 Kingston Road
Spring-Summer 2026
COHORT 4
Apr 18 - Jun 27, 2026
COHORT 4
Apr 18 - Jun 27, 2026
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SPRING 2026
Mar 14, 15, 21, 28, 29
Apr 4, 11, 12, 18, 25, 26,
May 2,9, 10, 16, 30
Jun 6, 7, 13, 20
Be a Certified Teacher by International Yoga Day!
Schedule
Sat 12pm - 6pm - In Studio
Sun 8am - 12pm - Online
Our 3-month immersive Yoga Teacher Training at Markham Yoga blends the depth of traditional study with the ease of learning close to home. Students gather in person each Saturday for our Asana Lab—refining posture, alignment, and hands-on teaching, while anatomy, philosophy, and theory are delivered live and online in fully interactive sessions. This hybrid format allows you to immerse yourself in authentic yoga education that honours classical roots, weaving in traditional practices inspired by India’s rich yogic heritage. The result is a grounded, soulful training that feels both globally inspired and locally accessible, offering a beautiful, meaningful experience without ever leaving Canada.
Mar 14, 15, 21, 28, 29
Apr 4, 11, 12, 18, 25, 26,
May 2,9, 10, 16, 30
Jun 6, 7, 13, 20
Be a Certified Teacher by International Yoga Day!
Schedule
Sat 12pm - 6pm - In Studio
Sun 8am - 12pm - Online
Our 3-month immersive Yoga Teacher Training at Markham Yoga blends the depth of traditional study with the ease of learning close to home. Students gather in person each Saturday for our Asana Lab—refining posture, alignment, and hands-on teaching, while anatomy, philosophy, and theory are delivered live and online in fully interactive sessions. This hybrid format allows you to immerse yourself in authentic yoga education that honours classical roots, weaving in traditional practices inspired by India’s rich yogic heritage. The result is a grounded, soulful training that feels both globally inspired and locally accessible, offering a beautiful, meaningful experience without ever leaving Canada.
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Yoga Teacher Cueing Manual and Script
($750 value) FREE - upon completion of the program - |
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