
Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance
Deepen Knowledge, Gain Wisdom While Becoming a Light for Others
Yoga provides us with an opportunity to get to know ourselves from the inside out. So when someone says YES to embarking on training, they open up a whole new path of learning and growth for themselves. YTT is an opportunity to work through self-limiting beliefs and build confidence. It’s an opportunity to awaken the higher Self and shine like never before. And importantly, it’s an opportunity to guide others in their own journey of self discovery and help make a real difference in the world.



“This yoga teacher training taught me so much about my body, how to relate to it, and genuinely love and care for it.”
— JULIE S.
“Julia’s method of teaching yoga is relatable, compassionate, practical, empowering, fun…. I could go on and on!”
— MARY T.
"I cannot speak highly enough about Julia Jonson. Her passion, professionalism, and dedication were apparent in every single moment.”
— KATHRYN F.
9 months, 140 classroom hours, and a whole new path of growth.
Hours & Attendance
- 140 Classroom Hours including 30 + hours of history & theory
- 30 Anatomy & Physiology Hours
- 15+ Elective Hours
- 20+ Homework Hours
- 10 Practicum Hours
- Regular practice classes within the TBY Yoga are highly recommended before training begins.
- Must attend 95% of classroom hours to graduate. One make-up session will be offered. After that, 1:1 make-ups with Julia or Sally are available for an additional fee.
- This training exceeds Yoga Alliance recommendations.
Schedule
Yoga teacher training will meet select Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (location: The Yoga Effect in Grayslake, and many elective opportunities occur at TBY Yoga). Upon successfully completing this training, one written and oral exam, two essays, a teaching practicum, and one final project, students qualify to register with the Yoga Alliance.
Program Dates:
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September 20-21, 2025
- September 28, 2025
- October 12, 2025
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October 18-19, 2025
- November 8-9, 2025
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November 30, December 1, 2025
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December 13-14, 2025
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January 10-11, 2026
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January 24-25, 2026
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February 7-8, 2026
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February 21-22, 2026
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March 7-8, 2026
- March 15, 2026
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April 11-12, 2026
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April 18-19, 2026(4/19 make-up day)
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May 2-3, 2026
Cost
Training:
- $400 Non-refundable Deposit - Required
- Pay in Full (Option 1): $2,900 - Additional fees when using a credit card. (Tuition includes anatomy fee and TBY Yoga YTT Manual). Total cost with the deposit is $3,300.
- Payment Plan (Option 2): $3,040 - 8 auto-pay payments of $380.00/month ($25 late fee). Additional fees when using a credit card. Total cost with deposit is $3,440.
Additional Expenses:
- $150 books & materials (estimated)
- $50-$200 elective courses (estimated - a minimum of 15 elective hours required)