Train Your Body
Awaken Your Soul
Teach from the Inside Out
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
The Living Soul Experience
At Living Soul, we offer something special: a Yoga Alliance-accredited yoga teacher training and Christian spiritual formation program designed for personal transformation from the inside out. We believe the best teachers emerge out of a whole and holy confidence from a life grounded in God's presence - and that is exactly what this training cultivates.
Christ-Centered Yoga Teacher Training
Spiritual Formation | Personalized Mentorship | Life-Giving Community | Trauma-Informed
You belong here.
Whether you hope to teach or simply need to slow down and come home to yourself, there is a place for you here. This training nurtures your body, soul, and mind, cultivating a deeper presence to God, to yourself, and to the life you live every day. For those beginning their journey with Christ-centered yoga and for those returning after years away, this is a space to feel truly alive again.
“There is no pressure to perform or be perfect; instead, expect a warm, supportive environment where you're invited to be present, listen inwardly, and grow. Living Soul is a genuine community of believers seeking to deepen their faith, making it so much more than just the yoga.” – Brenda, Texas
More Than a Certification
Let it begin with me.
A 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is the foundational credential for teaching at most studios and fitness centers, but our training offers more than just learning how to teach yoga postures. At Living Soul, we believe you cannot guide others where you have not first journeyed yourself. Through mindful movement, breath practices, meditation, and Christ-centered spiritual formation, you will learn to regulate your nervous system, release stress, gain strength and mobility, cultivate greater self-awareness, and embody the way of Jesus in everyday life. As you learn to care for your body as a temple of the Holy Spirit, your teaching becomes an authentic expression of what God is doing within you.
"Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you?" — 1 Corinthians 6:19
Trained by those who live it.
Led by world-class teachers who are experienced yoga trainers in both faith-based and broader yoga communities, this training brings together deep expertise and genuine devotion. Each week, you will add one new layer to your teaching practice - never overwhelming, always purposeful. The skills build upon each other, forming a larger picture of how yoga can serve you, your students, and your calling far beyond the mat. When transformation begins in you, your teaching flows from the overflow.
Spiritual formation is at the center.
At the heart of this training is the Unity Study, a dedicated formation journey led by Katie Pearson, E-RYT 500, and a Christian life coach. Through the ethical principles of yoga and the intersection of biblical Scripture, the Unity Study doesn't just shape what you teach. It shapes who you are becoming.
"They decided to live divided no more. They decided no longer to act on the outside in a way that contradicts some truth about themselves that they hold deeply on the inside. They decided to claim authentic selfhood and act it out — and their decisions ripple out to transform the society in which they live."— Parker Palmer, Let Your Life Speak
What Will You Learn in a 200-hour Training?
Yoga Anatomy, Posture Biomechanics, Pose Families & Adaptations for Bodies in Posture
Teaching Methodology: Sequencing for Student Success, Cueing as a Movement Optimist, Illuminating Practice w/Props, Assisting & Touch, Accessibility & Styles of Yoga
Defining Yoga: History of Modern Postural Yoga and Exploring Lifestyle
Unity Study: Group Study on the Yamas & Niyamas + Scripture Devotional on Walking-the-walk
Embodied Prayer: Integrating Spiritual Disciplines, Prayer Practices & Weaving Scripture in Yoga
The Art of Teaching Contemplation
Breathing & Applications for the Nervous System 101
Individualized Mentorship: Finding Your Teacher Voice
Energy: Centers of Intelligence & Chakra Theory from a scriptural worldview
Introduction to Ayurveda & Nature’s Rhythms
Introduction to Yin, Restorative, & Chair Yoga
Trauma-Informed Yoga 101
Business & Ministry of Yoga
Teaching Practicum & Showcase
Online Learning Resources + 100 pg. YTT Manual, 40 pg. Unity Study Devotional, Required books: Embodied Posture by Stacy Dockins and Yamas & Niyamas by Deborah Adele.
"Excellent instruction, rich and challenging curriculum, lead instructor Kristin Gibowicz is all the things you want in a lead instructor: approachable, responsive, knowledgeable and humble. From the anatomy to the yoga history to the pose breakdowns and cueing/sequencing how-to's this program was worth every penny and every hour I devoted to this training. Highly recommend!" - Allison, Missouri
200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification Training
You Choose: Hybrid or Online-Only Training
At Living Soul, we offer the convenience of online training, with the option to attend our immersive training retreat - the fullest expression of the Living Soul experience. Whether you choose Hybrid (online + in-person training) or Online-Only, you will receive the same Christ-centered curriculum, live Zoom instruction, mentorship, and self-paced coursework from wherever you are located.
Which Training Pathway Should I Choose?
If you can travel, the hybrid pathway is available for every Living Soul training, combining the flexibility of online learning with the richness of our immersive retreat. This getaway invites you to step away from the noise of life. It’s a safe space to slow down, practice face-to-face with lead trainers, receive hands-on feedback, and meet with God on the mat.
We gather from all over, carrying our own stories, griefs, and hopes. Together we train, worship, rest, share meals, and laugh. Students linger in honest conversations long after workshops end, integrating the lessons they learn from training, prayer, and mentor feedback. This is where you find your people!
Fall 2026 Training Details:
Upon registration, get immediate access to online training modules 1 & 2 for deeper learning.
12 Week Live Zoom Training Dates: September 28, 2026 - January 15, 2027
Meeting Times: Mondays, 5:30-7:30 PM MDT (4:30 PDT/6:30 CDT/7:30 EDT); Thursdays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM MDT (10 PDT/12 CDT/1 EDT). All recorded.
Weekly Homework: reading assignments, faith-based themed yoga class videos of every style (Restorative, Yin, Vinyasa, Gentle), Christian meditation practices, posture breakdown videos, practice teaching assignments, Unity Study devotional reflections, quizzes/reflections.
One-on-one Mentorship with Lead Trainer: periodic calls to develop your unique teaching style.
Optional November 5-8, 2026 Training in Parker, CO
Practicum: Trainees are expected to teach 4 friends/family classes before January 15, 2027.
Teacher Showcase: Upon completion of practicum & YTT curriculum, trainees lead class for final certification.
Register for 200-hr. Training
September 28, 2026 - January 15, 2027
Hybrid YTT 200
Online + In-Person Training
In addition to the online training curriculum, join us for our Nov. 5-8, 2026 training retreat in Parker, CO. Expect daily trauma-informed yoga practices, soul care, and workshop breakout sessions for 200-hr. trainees. Enjoy a weekend away with the best yoga community and leave feeling refreshed and inspired to serve your community at home.
Hybrid $2,799
Early Bird $200 off = $2,599
Early bird registration ends 7/15
Online Only YTT 200
Online + Online Mentorship
Unable to travel? We've got you. All trainees will move through the online curriculum together and benefit from both group and one-on-one mentorship throughout the training. We want to support you in this call to embody your faith and lead healthy & whole communities where you are.
You will be equipped to teach as an RYT 200!
Online Only $2,400
Early Bird $100 off = $2,300
Early bird registration ends 7/15
More Training Details
How Do I Plan for the In-Person Training Retreat?
In-person training offers as much skill development as it is a personal soul care retreat. Our Tend & Befriend Training + 200-hour Immersion Training begins 4:00 pm Thursday, Nov. 5th, and commences at 10:00 am on Sunday, Nov. 8th. Trainees are responsible for hotel accommodations and transportation to the hotel training facility. The closest airport is DEN, 30 minutes from Hampton Inn & Suites in Parker, Colorado. We have organized discounted hotel rates. Should you be interested in room or rideshare, our online training has a discussion board to connect you to other trainees attending. The hotel offers breakfast and we will provide two group dinners during the training. You don't need the added expense of a car (unless you want one), as the hotel is within walking distance of restaurants, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, etc. Contact [email protected] with any questions.
Hear from Our Founder
Kristin Gibowicz, LSI Founder + Lead Yoga Trainer + Spiritual Director
Watch the video or check out this feature in Voyage Denver Magazine!
We Can’t Wait to Meet You
No matter where you are in your faith, yoga, or life journey, there’s a spot for you here at Living Soul Institute. It all begins with the brave decision to show up, bringing your honest story, your questions, your gifts, and curiosity.
You've likely thought about teacher training for some time. Why not now? We’d be honored to walk alongside you and empower you in your God-given purpose!
"Great training and instructors. Highly recommend!" - Tim, Colorado