At Sterling, we utilize a variety of teaching tools to address different learning styles of the adult student.
Sterling Participants Will Learn
- Sequence, key terms and phraseology of instruction
- Proper alignment, benefit, potential risks and rewards of each pose
- Principles of anatomy and how they apply to each posture
- How to see bodies and make corrections
- Vocal variety while maintaining an authentic voice
- Confidence though practice teaching
- Yoga history and philosophy
- Customer service aspect of a professional yoga instructor
- How to put it all together to teach with precision and intent
- Living the teaching lifestyle – how to manage money, stay healthy and avoid burnout as a yoga instructor
Sterling Teacher Training Graduates Will
- Deepen your practice
- Be comfortable public speakers
- Possess skills for teaching
- Know the benefits of the postures
- Understand the body’s physiology
- Appreciate the importance of great customer service
- Teach enthusiastic and knowledge-based classes
- Help studio owners grow their business!
- Graduates of this program are eligible to register as Registered Yoga Teachers – RYT 200


Trainees who complete the Sterling Training Program are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher – RYT 200.
Sterling Participants Will Analyze Each Pose
From The Following Perspectives
- The pose’s primary and secondary objectives
- The physical and mental benefits
- How the body aligns
- Use of breath
- The geometry of different bodies for each pose
- Needs of different body types: Flexible, stiff, injured, aged, overweight,
and more … in other words, you will learn how to teach every body
The Sterling Method Teaches
- Conflict resolution and problem solving skills
- Client retention and business best practices
- Classroom management
- Professional behavior
- Clear and concise communication
- Magnetic customer service
- Passionate and compassionate teaching
Sterling Trainees Will Get
- A comprehensive schedule
- Variety of learning tools
- Goals for each learning segment
- Efficient use of time
- Personal attention
- Healthy meals and rest
- Respect, safety and support
- Opportunity to meet potential employers
Sterling Trainees Won’t Get
- Mandatory late night activities
- Random & bizarre lectures or tangents
- Lost in the crowd
- Bullied or harassed
- Ineffective use of time
The Goals Of The Sterling Teacher Training Are:
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To deepen your practice and find a stronger version of yourself
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To produce proficient teachers who are professional, positive and customer service oriented.
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To teach not only the instructions of each pose, but to impart the details of physiology, anatomy, alignment, breath, corrections and more.
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To allow trainees ample time to practice teaching, and to receive effective and useful coaching.
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Are you ready to take the next step in your yoga journey?