YOGA PUBLIC

200 HOUR YOGA
TEACHER TRAINING

OCT 2026 - FEB 2027

w/ Ilya Vaslavskiy

Practice deeply, study earnestly, teach responsibly

Yoga is many things. It is an ancient practice, an art, a discipline, and a science. For thousands of years it has been passed from teacher to teacher, offering not only a physical practice, but a way of understanding ourselves and the world around us.

This training is an invitation to become part of that tradition. Whether your intention is to become a yoga teacher or simply to deepen your own practice, this course is designed for students who wish to study yoga sincerely. Over five months, we will explore yoga as a personal practice, as a philosophy, and as a discipline that can be shared with others safely, skillfully, and responsibly.

Teaching yoga is a privilege. It asks us to continue learning, to practice what we teach, and to recognize the responsibility we hold when others place their trust in us. This training is built on those principles.

Upon successful completion, students will receive Yoga Public's 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate, providing the foundational knowledge and practical teaching experience needed to begin teaching yoga.

Rooted in the Ashtanga Tradition

This teacher training is rooted in the Ashtanga tradition, which provides the structural foundation from which much of modern Vinyasa practice has evolved. While we will explore many dimensions of yoga throughout this training, Ashtanga provides the backbone of our approach. It offers a clear and methodical system for developing a personal practice while helping us understand many of the principles that continue to shape modern Vinyasa yoga.

This is not an Ashtanga-only training, nor is it intended to suggest that there is only one way to practice or teach yoga. Rather, we are using a time-tested system that provides a strong foundation from which to study yoga more broadly and to develop as thoughtful, capable teachers.

Who Is This Training For?

This training is open to anyone with a sincere interest in yoga.

Some students join because they dream of becoming teachers. Others simply want to dedicate meaningful time to their own practice and deepen their understanding of yoga. Both are equally welcome.

There are no formal prerequisites. Previous yoga experience is certainly helpful, but intention matters far more than how many classes you've been to. If you are willing to practice, study, ask questions, and approach the training with sincerity, humility, and curiosity, you belong.

What We Will Study

Over the course of the training, we will explore yoga from both the perspective of a dedicated practitioner and a future teacher.

Areas of study include:

  • Ashtanga Yoga as the blueprint for Vinyasa

  • The foundations and history of yoga

  • The purpose of asana and what posture practice is really for

  • Yoga philosophy, including the Yoga Sutras

  • Living yoga beyond the mat

  • Meditation and pranayama

  • Anatomy, posture theory, and alignment principles

  • Intelligent sequencing and class design

  • Cueing, assists, and adjustments

  • Sanskrit and traditional yogic concepts

  • Practice teaching and constructive feedback

  • The role, ethics, and responsibility of the yoga teacher

  • Yoga as a profession

A Typical Training Day

Every training weekend is designed to balance practice, discussion, study, and personal reflection. While each weekend will have its own focus, a typical day follows this rhythm:

9:00 AM - Begin

9:15 AM - Ashtanga Vinyasa Practice

10:30 AM - Pranayama

11:00 AM - Savasana

11:15 AM - Meditation

11:30 AM - Personal Reflection / Break

11:45 AM - Group Discussion

12:00 PM - Lunch

1:30 PM - Tea

1:45 PM - Asana Lab

2:15 PM - Daily Course Topic

Topics may include Yoga philosophy, anatomy, posture theory, Sanskrit, sequencing, practice teaching, adjustments, or meditation.

4:15 PM - Closing Discussion / Meditation

4:30 PM - Finish

Throughout the program there will also be occasional Wednesday evening workshops that allow us to explore certain subjects in greater depth.

Learning Between Weekends

Although most of the training takes place together in person, meaningful learning also happens between weekends. Students should expect home practice, assigned reading, journaling, self-reflection, observation, and practice teaching. These hours are an important part of the 200-hour certification and help integrate what is learned during each training weekend into everyday life.

Attendance

Students are required to attend every session, but we understand that illness, family responsibilities, and unexpected circumstances occasionally arise. If you miss part of the training, we will work together to ensure you receive the guidance and support needed to successfully complete the program.

Training dates have also been planned around the winter holidays to allow students and their families time to celebrate without conflicting with the training.

After Graduation

Graduates who wish to begin teaching will have opportunities to lead Karma Classes at Yoga Public, allowing you to gain valuable teaching experience in a supportive environment before moving into regular public classes.

For some, the greatest outcome may simply be a richer personal practice and a deeper understanding of yoga that continues to shape everyday life. Both paths are equally meaningful.

Training Dates

2026

October

  • October 24-25

November

  • November 7-8

  • November 14-15

  • November 21-22

  • November 28-29

December

  • December 5-6

  • December 12-13

2027

January

  • January 9-10

  • January 16-17

  • January 23-24

  • January 30-31

February

  • February 6-7

  • February 13-14

  • February 20-21

  • February 27-28

Training weekends run from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional Wednesday evening workshops throughout the program.

A Message from the Teacher, Ilya

What began with a single yoga class has grown into a lifelong practice that continues to shape the way I live, the way I teach, and the way I care for others. Every meaningful opportunity I've had has grown from that practice, and I remain deeply grateful to my teachers for everything they have shared with me.

This will be the fourth Yoga Teacher Training that I have had the privilege of leading. I continue to return to this work because there is a depth to yoga that simply cannot be explored in a regular class setting. Teacher training creates the time and space needed to explore sincerely and to grow together in ways that are rarely possible elsewhere.

Teaching yoga comes from my heart naturally. It is one of the greatest privileges of my life, and I don't take that responsibility lightly. I don't believe a teacher training is the end of the journey. I believe it is the beginning.

Whether you choose to teach yoga after this training or your intention is to deepen your personal practice, my hope is that you leave this training with a stronger foundation, a greater appreciation for the depth of yoga, and a practice that continues to nourish you for years to come.

Tuition

Investment: $3,495

Early Bird: $2,995 (Register by August 31st 2026)

A non-refundable deposit of $500 secures your place.

The remaining balance may be paid in full or through an interest-free payment plan.

Payment Plans

Teacher training should be accessible to students who are ready to commit to the journey. Interest-free payment plans are available. If you would like to discuss a payment schedule, we'd be happy to work with you.

Financial Assitance

Teacher training should be accessible to sincere students. A limited amount of financial assistance may be available each year. If cost is the only thing standing between you and this training, please reach out.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Many students join simply to deepen their practice and understanding of yoga. While this training prepares students to teach, it is equally valuable for those seeking personal growth and a more meaningful relationship with yoga.

  • Not at all. A willingness to learn is far more important than being able to perform postures in this way or that. Think mature yoga practice rather than circus performance yoga.

  • No. Previous experience with Ashtanga is helpful but not required. The training is designed to introduce and build upon the practice together. What matters most is an open mind, a willingness to learn, and a sincere interest in yoga.

  • This training is rooted in the Ashtanga tradition because I have found it to be an exceptionally effective framework for understanding yoga and developing a strong personal practice. While this is not an Ashtanga-only training, we use its method as the backbone of our approach because it provides a clear, time-tested foundation from which much of modern Vinyasa practice has evolved.

    Our goal is not to teach one style above all others, but to build a foundation that prepares you to practice, study, and teach with confidence, clarity, and integrity.

  • Yes. Students who successfully complete the program will receive Yoga Public's 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate.

  • No. This is an independently developed 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training led by Ilya Vaslavskiy and offered through Yoga Public.

  • Yes. Students can expect home practice, reading, journaling, observation, and practice teaching between training weekends.

  • Life occasionally gets in the way. If you miss part of the training because of illness or unforeseen circumstances, we will work together to ensure you are able to complete the required material.

  • Enrolment is intentionally limited to maintain a supportive learning environment and allow for meaningful mentorship throughout the training.

  • Yoga Public is more than a studio. It is a community of students and teachers who care deeply about the practice of yoga. Whether you already practice with us or are joining us for the first time, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where learning, curiosity, and personal growth are encouraged.

  • Once your application is received, I'll personally review it and reach out to you. We'll have an opportunity to connect, answer any questions you may have, and make sure the training is the right fit for you. If accepted, you'll receive everything you need to prepare for the months ahead.

  • Once accepted, you'll receive confirmation of your place in the training along with instructions for submitting your deposit and selecting a payment plan. From there, you'll be included in all future communication leading up to the start of the program, including important dates, recommended reading, required materials, and everything you'll need to arrive feeling prepared and confident.

  • Teacher training should be accessible to sincere students. A limited amount of financial assistance may be available each year. If cost is the only thing standing between you and this training, please don't hesitate to apply. We'll be happy to have a conversation and see how we can help.

  • In the unlikely event that Yoga Public cancels the training before it begins, all registered students will receive a full refund, including their deposit.

Testimonials

  • I had the pleasure of taking a YTT with Ilya a few years ago and it completely changed my perspective of Yoga. We did asana of course, and learned how to adjust people. But more importantly, Ilya went deep into the history and philosophy of Yogic science, and related it to modern times with witty analogies. The pace of the coursework was comfortable, and I left each class wishing it would never end. I loved learning all the Sanskrit, and the assigned books will forever be vital tools to my practice. 

    10/10 recommend! ANYONE can take this course, only your brain needs to be flexible. If you want to deepen your personal practice, learn new tools for self-mastery, or just want to teach at a studio, Ilya's Yoga Teach Training is infinitely useful.

    -Brennan F

  • I've completed multiple Ashtanga and Yin/Yang teacher trainings with Ilya, and they've had a lasting impact on me. I really appreciate the immersive format—it allowed me to fully experience the practice rather than just learn about it. The trainings have strengthened my physical practice while also opening the door to the deeper dimensions of yoga beyond the postures. They helped me develop a much richer understanding of yoga as a way of living, not just something I do on the mat.

    What I value most is how Ilya weaves yoga philosophy into the training. He has a unique ability to make ancient yogic teachings feel relevant, practical, and accessible in everyday life. His teachings continue to influence how I approach both my practice and life off the mat. I still find myself returning to what I learned, and it has provided a strong foundation for my ongoing independent practice.

    I wholeheartedly recommend Ilya's YTT to anyone looking for an authentic, immersive, and transformative experience. Whether your goal is to deepen your personal practice or become a teacher, Ilya creates an environment that challenges, inspires, and supports meaningful growth.

    -Kristin K

  • 7 yrs ago, I did a 200 hour Ashtanga Yoga Training with amazing teacher, Ilya. Back then, it was in the midst of the COVID years… we forgot about it when we're training with him. That's how amazing my experience was! Before the training, I was a very anxious person, and now not anymore. Slowly but surely, it taught me to live in the moment. When everything is bombarding us, I am reminded to just breathe. Not only did I gain so much from learning yoga but I also gained a family, with the other students, with Ilya, and his family. The training taught me about myself in a deeper level as a person and as a yogi. Today, I can't live without practicing my yoga, either in my home or by attending classes.

    I am going to be forever grateful to llya & forever a yogi.

    -Judith H

  • I highly recommend taking part in Ilya’s teacher training. As a student who had been taking yoga classes for some time this training was a perfect way to deepen my practice. Ilya is so knowledgeable yet down to earth, his program made me feel supported and like I had the space to be curious and really explore these teachings in a group setting. It was a perfect environment to spark a more meaningful personal practice. I’m grateful for the experience and can’t recommend it enough!

    -Alexa D

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