Join our 200-hour training program YAECP®
At TNP our mission is to #spreadthecalm. Join our Fall 2024 cohort to become a certified yoga and SEL teacher.
On October 13th, TNP Wellness will launch our fall 200-hour yoga and social-emotional learning (SEL) training program. This program will be delivered virtually, allowing anyone to join from anywhere.
Since 2019, TNP has been a leader in working with adults and youth in school and business settings. Our programs teach participants to support mental health through evidence-based somatic interventions. We utilize a combination of somatic experiencing, yoga asana, mindfulness, social-emotional learning, and dialectical behavior therapy.
Deepen your knowledge
You'll be empowered to lead in schools and corporate environments.
- Learn to guide vinyasa and restorative yoga classes for adults.
- Learn to teach yoga to children of all ages. Learn games, songs, and kid-friendly adjustments to ensure your class is not only trauma-informed but also engaging and age-appropriate.
- Learn to organize and facilitate wellness sessions.
You’ll also learn to:
- To understand the science of the nervous system, somatics, and polyvagal approaches to mental and physical health.
- How to recognize dysregulation in youth and use somatic interventions to support regulation and positive behavior choices.
- How to integrate mindfulness, somatics, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills into your work with youth.
- Utilize restorative interventions, mindfulness rooms, and DBT to support Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III supports with K-12 youths.
- Generate income as a wellness facilitator.
October 2024
Facilitator and Yoga Teacher Training
Join our fall cohort of teachers and embark on a comprehensive online RYT® 200 training that equips you to teach yoga and support classroom SEL immediately.
Secure your spot in our limited-space live sessions by registering for the course as early as possible.
Investment in the online RYT® 200 training is $2,499.
Need payment options?
Many educators and community workers qualify for a scholarship. Explore our scholarship opportunities via our foundation and receive up to 2/3rd’s discount on certification.
Additional payment options include using Affirm for a no-cost payment plan tailored to your monthly budget or requesting your employer to use professional development funds to support your certification.
Preview the course for live dates and review our FAQs. For any further questions, reach out to info@tnpwellness.net
6 Pillars of Learning
Your mental health
Deepen your knowledge and enhance your mental health.
Social Emotional Learning
Incorporate evidence-based, CASEL-aligned social-emotional learning practices into your teaching approach.
Wellness Workshops
Learn TNP's approach to delivering actionable and accessible wellness workshops to busy professionals.
Community
Join our community of facilitators and educators.
Yoga & Mindfulness
Empower adults and youth with trauma-informed, accessible yoga classes and meditation practices.
The Business of Yoga
Learn how to earn additional income by offering wellness workshops, yoga sessions, and mindfulness work in your community and online.
Our best early bird deal has ended but you can still register before July 15th and use the code EARLY to save $200.
*Need payment options? Select Affirm during checkout for payment plans.
Why train with TNP?
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HIGH QUALITY
In our YTT SEL Program, we prioritize excellence. Our comprehensive 200-hour training program ensures that you graduate equipped with versatile teaching skills, enabling you to confidently lead various styles of yoga classes. Additionally, our curriculum includes training on guiding social-emotional learning initiatives in both educational institutions and corporate settings.
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Practical Applications
While we value learning about yoga history and self-care, we also recognize that investing time and money in training should yield tangible benefits. That’s why our program is designed to equip you with practical skills that enhance your income-earning potential and enable you to make a meaningful impact in your community through wellness services. Our focused curriculum ensures that you graduate ready to teach and ready to thrive financially.
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Experienced Instructors
Benefit from guidance and mentorship from seasoned instructors with diverse backgrounds and extensive experience in the field. Our team brings together professionals with varied expertise, including yoga, mindfulness, education, social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, and more. This enriches your learning experience, offering a wide range of perspectives and approaches to support your growth as a teacher.
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Comprehensive Curriculum
Explore a comprehensive curriculum that covers not only the fundamentals of yoga and mindfulness but also delves into specialized areas such as trauma-informed practices and social-emotional learning, providing you with a well-rounded skill set for your teaching journey. Our proven school and work placed programs integrate polyvagal approaches, DBT, and traditional mindfulness for a well-rounded learning experience.
Program Developers and Lead Trainers
Our experts have thousands of hours of teaching and training experience in the classroom and the yoga studio.
About Danielle
Danielle Brunson has thousands of hours of experience training classroom teachers, clinicians, and yoga teachers to provide services.
One of our lead trainers, Danielle (she/her/ella), brings decades of experience in making wellness accessible to adults and youth across diverse settings.
With a rich background in both public and private education, Danielle has served as an elementary teacher, ESOL push-in instructor, Assistant Principal, Principal, Federal Program Manager, District Leader, and School Board Member. Throughout her tenure in educational leadership, she specialized in teacher training and development, fostering a deep commitment to supporting educators’ learning and well-being.
In addition to her extensive work in education, Danielle has been a leader in designing and developing online programs. She spent years at Pearson Online and Blended Learning, honing her expertise in online education before transitioning to consulting and e-learning program development post-pandemic. Her insights and skills in this area enrich our training programs, ensuring they are relevant and effective in today’s digital landscape.
Beyond her work in education, Danielle has extensive training in the wellness domain. She holds over 500 hours of certification from YAECP programs, qualifying her to teach yoga to adults and children, as well as in trauma-informed yoga and somatics. Moreover, Danielle pursued a two-year study in the prestigious MMTCP program, learning from global leaders in mindfulness and meditation practices.
Our Training Team
Meet our training team! Our experts have a wide variety of teaching and facilitation experience.
Danielle Brunson
Lead Trainer E-RYT 500®, YAECP®, MMTCP, MBSR, Ed.S, MAED
Dr. Yasmin Barrios
Trainer RYT 200®, YAECP®, Ph.D, MPH
Ian Elmore-Moore
Trainer, E-RYT 500®, YAECP®, MEd
Brianna Whitfield
E-RYT 500®, YAECP®
Dr. Kali Arnold
M.D., E-RYT 500®, YAECP®
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates for the next 200 hour program?
Each cohort has a new start date. Our next 200-hour program begins in fall 2024, with the official start date set for October 13th. Given that the program is fully online, there is flexibility with dates and deadlines. The last live session for the fall cohort is March 2nd. Upon completion of all requirements, you will receive your certificate and can register with Yoga Alliance immediately.
Do I need to attend any live sessions?
Yes, there is a requirement of 30 hours of live engagement for a 200-hour YAECP certificate. If you find yourself unable to attend all the live sessions, don’t worry. You can still join the training and collaborate with our team to make up the missed live hours. However, if you anticipate missing the majority of the live sessions, we recommend waiting until you have a more suitable schedule.
How can I pay for training?
Explore various payment options for your 200-hour yoga training:
1. Pay in full upon registration for a $100 discount.
2. Apply for a scholarship through the TNP Foundation, reducing costs by up to $1,300.
3. Educators can seek funding from their school or district, including options like Title II funds and other professional development funding.
4. Utilize Affirm for a low or no-cost payment plan, available through our registration link.
5. Consider fundraising in your community or online platforms like donorschoose.org.
For inquiries about payment options, please email info@tnpwellness.net.
Who qualifies for a scholarship?
The TNP Foundation provides scholarships to support students in need. If awarded, the scholarship covers 60% of tuition.
Scholarship Eligibility and Prioritization:
The Foundation Board prioritizes applicants based on the following criteria:
1. Community Service:
– Applicants providing services to communities in need.
– Individuals involved in the nonprofit sector.
2. Diversity and Inclusion:
– BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) students.
These criteria ensure that scholarships are awarded to those who can have the most significant impact on underserved communities and promote diversity within our programs.
To apply simply submit a funding request here.