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Get to Know the USMMA Teacher Training Faculty

Experience the power of community and level up your yoga practice with the USMMA 200 Hour Training program. Join us and become part of something truly extraordinary.

Tom HafersJuly 24, 2023

5 Reasons to Take USMMA’s 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Explore five reasons why yoga teacher training can be a life-changing experience. Learn how you can deepen your understanding of yoga, regardless of your teaching aspirations with our 200 hour teacher training program.

USMMA’s 2023-24 Yoga Teacher Training FAQs: learn more about our upcoming 200 hour program

What does a typical day in the training look like?

Saturday & Sunday 8am-6:30pm

8-10am Morning Practice: meditation, breath work, asana
10am-12:30pm Training session 1
12:30-1:30pm Lunch
1:30-3:30pm Training session 2
3:30-6:30pm Training session 3

*Training Sessions include various asana labs, teaching methodology, practicums, anatomy, philosophy.

Thursdays on Zoom

Tom HafersJune 22, 2023

Become a Certified Yoga Teacher with USMMA’s 2023-24 200 Hour YTT Program

This immersive Yoga Alliance Certified, 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training is a high quality, fully comprehensive, and profound experience! At the end of the yoga teacher training you will be qualified and confident to teach Vinyasa Yoga and its variations such as Power Yoga, Flow Yoga, and of course, Hot Power Yoga. A solid library of Yoga poses will be covered in-depth during the training with special attention to anatomical alignment, sequencing, and safety. This Certification based course will not only change your own personal yoga practice but you will learn the following skills to share with other Yoga students

Tom HafersMarch 20, 2023yoga, USMMA, YTT, 200 Hour

Unlocking the Secrets to a Healthier You: How a Plant-Based Diet and Intermittent Fasting Can Enhance Your Fitness Journey

Eating a healthy diet is essential for optimal health and well-being, and it becomes even more important when you're practicing martial arts and yoga. Proper nutrition can help support muscle growth, improve endurance and performance, and aid in recovery after intense workouts. In this article, we'll explore two powerful strategies for healthy eating - the Blue Zone Solution and the Zero fasting app - and how they can benefit your martial arts and yoga practice.

Tom HafersFebruary 16, 2023#thebluezonesolution, #zerofastingapp, #healthyeating, #martialarts, #yoga, #fitness, #wellness

How Power Yoga Can Help Relieve Stress and Improve Mental Health

Stress and mental health issues are becoming increasingly prevalent in today's fast-paced world. While medication and therapy can help, many people are seeking alternative, natural ways to manage their stress and improve their mental well-being. One such solution that has been gaining popularity is power yoga.