EARTH UNIVERSITY
Join Christine Veit, Gracie Howes, Shakira Bethea, Sommer Sobin, Keke Woods, Jeff Wells and Alexandra DeSatio on the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training journey of a lifetime.
Fall 2026 — Winter 2027
Transform your practice and your LIFE with Earth’s 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training & Practice Intensive: Earth University.
Dates:
Sept 10, Sept 12-13
Sept 24, Sept 26-27
Oct 22, 24-25
Nov 5, 7**-8
Nov 19, 21-22
Dec 3, 5-6
Dec 10, 12-13
WINTER BREAK
Jan 9-10, 2027
Jan 21, 23-24 2027
Feb 6-7 2027 Graduation
APPLICATIONS OPEN march 15th, 2026
Typical Schedule:
Thursday 6-9pm
Saturdays 9am-4pm
Sundays 12-5pm
Locations:
Earth Yoga (Hillsborough, NC)
Iyengar Studio (Raleigh, NC)** Nov 7th afternoon only
What’s included:
6 month unlimited membership to Earth Yoga (September 2026-February 2027)
150+ Practicum hours with skilled instructors
40+ Self-led hours of assignments, observations and reading
All required books (yes! these are included)
Tuition:
$3,333
$3,100 Early Bird (Accepted by May 1)
*Limited scholarships (1/2 off tuition) available for Black, Indigenous and People of Color* Please e-mail us at hello@earthyogastudio.com for more info.
Non-refundable $500 deposit at time of acceptance to secure your spot (goes towards tuition)
First payment due by Aug 1
Last payment due by Sept 1
Payments must be made by check or Zelle
Payment plan available by request, early bird not included. Must contact owner*
Intention:
Our general purpose is to equip students with the knowledge of their own practice in order to transform their lives, using intuition, movement and right action.
While not everyone taking a yoga teacher training wants to become a teacher, we can guarantee you the skills and confidence to conquer teaching yoga in the ever-changing modern yoga world.
Other benefits include beginning or maintaining your spiritual practice and learning from the lineage of Christine Veit and Earth Yoga.
What you’ll learn:
Asana, Alignment and Arm Balances
Balances, Binds and Backbends
Pranayama and Meditation Techniques
7 Chakras and how to incorporate them into practice
8 Limbs of Yoga
Sutras of Yoga
Vinyassa, Hatha, Restorative, Gentle Yoga
Anatomy with Jeff Wells
Business of Yoga, Sequencing & Cueing with Keke Woods
Elements of Relaxation with Sommer Sobin
Anatomy of the Heart and Lungs with Shakira Bethea
Cueing, Alignment with Gracie Howes
Yoga & Social Justice
Sanskrit, Yoga Philosophy…and much, much more.
Perfect for someone who:
Loves yoga and has attended classes at Earth Yoga
Wants to learn more about Vinyssa, Hatha and Restorative yoga styles
Inquisitive and aware about their own alignment + practice
Passionate about yoga philosophy
Ready to take a deep dive into the eternal knowledge of yoga history, modern day practices, energies, alignment and stillness
Has a beginner’s mind
Next Steps
Applications open March 15th, 2026
Apply by May 1 to receive early bird discount
Submit your deposit
Prepare materials (yoga mat, journal, pen)
Continue practicing at Earth Yoga
FAQ
What if I need to skip a weekend?
Skipping a weekend of YTT will result in a make-up session with Christine at the rate of $100/session. You will still be able to graduate with a certificate.
What if I skip only one session?
One session skipped due to illness, emergency or travel is excused, with no need for a makeup.
What if I can’t afford it?
There are work-for-trade opportunities and discounts available to those in need.
What will I be certified in after graduating from Earth’s program?
You will be certified as an Earth Yoga Instructor, 200-HR.
I don’t want to teach yoga. Should I still apply?
Yes! This is a practice intensive and teacher training. You’ll be certified to teach yoga, but the purpose of this training is to deepen your knowledge of yoga.
