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Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Vinyasa & Advanced Practice

4.9
(245 reviews)
From $90/hour

Senior yoga teacher with extensive training and continuing education credentials. Specializes in advanced practice and teacher training.

Primary Certifications:

RYT 500 E-RYT 200 YACEP

Additional Certifications:

Prenatal Yoga Certified
Yoga Therapy Training
Advanced Anatomy
Meditation Teacher Training

Teaching Areas:

Advanced Asana
Teacher Training
Yoga Philosophy
Therapeutic Applications
Experience: 15+ years
Location: CBD
David Chen

David Chen

Traditional Ashtanga & Philosophy

4.8
(178 reviews)
From $85/hour

Certified Ashtanga instructor with extensive study in India. Focuses on traditional practice and yogic philosophy.

Primary Certifications:

RYT 500 YACEP Certified Ashtanga Teacher

Additional Certifications:

Traditional Ashtanga Certification
Sanskrit Studies
Yoga Philosophy
Pranayama Training

Teaching Areas:

Traditional Practice
Philosophy Studies
Mysore Style
Advanced Sequencing
Experience: 12 years
Location: Ponsonby

Understanding Certification Levels

RYT 200

Registered Yoga Teacher with 200 hours of training

  • 200 hours of training
  • Registered with Yoga Alliance
  • Teaching experience
  • Continuing education

RYT 500

Advanced certification with 500 hours of training

  • 500 hours of training
  • Advanced teaching methods
  • Specialized knowledge
  • Extended practice

E-RYT

Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher

  • Over 1000 teaching hours
  • Advanced certification
  • Continuing education
  • Teacher training ability

Frequently Asked Questions

What certifications should I look for in a yoga instructor?

Look for instructors with at least a RYT 200 certification from Yoga Alliance. Advanced certifications like RYT 500 or E-RYT indicate additional training and experience.

How often do certified teachers update their training?

Certified teachers must complete continuing education hours annually to maintain their registration. Many pursue additional specialized certifications.

What's the difference between RYT and E-RYT?

E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher) indicates substantial teaching experience (1000+ hours) beyond the initial RYT certification.

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