Roots & Wings
Embodied Yoga Teacher Training
ROOTS~100 Hour Training
January 29th- April 30th 2027
Includes
Monthly Weekend Workshops
Monthly Livestream Integration Calls
Spring Cleanse and Nervous System Reset
Weekend Winter Retreat Online
Unlimited In-Person or Livestream Asana (3x a week)
Online Manual + Student Learning Portal
Optional add-on 1:1 Mentoring
A copy of Alison’s Book Roots and Wings: A Woman’s Guide to Embodying the Midlife Passage and 1/2 day Menopause Workshop
Train with Alison, practitioner of over 30 years, bestselling author, Certified Rolfer®, and an E-RYT 500 yoga teacher. She integrates principles of structural integration, fascia-informed movement, and somatic awareness to support nervous system health and a grounded, embodied presence.
WINGS~ 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training?
100-hour training included. Most 200-hour trainings teach people how to teach yoga. The wisdom years ask different questions than the achievement years. This women’s embodiment teacher training teaches you how to become the woman who naturally leads—from her own embodied seat.
Designed specifically for women in midlife, menopause and beyond who are ready to deepen their relationship with their bodies, their breath, and their inner authority.
This isn’t primarily professional training.
It’s education for the second half of life.
It is an invitation to return to your body as teacher.
What makes this training distinctive is its integration of somatic education, trauma-informed practices, structural integration principles, and yogic principles that apply to our life experiences.
How to Become a Yoga Instructor in Colorado
Your Path to Teaching Yoga
Becoming a yoga instructor in Colorado begins with completing a 200-hour yoga teacher training at a Yoga Alliance Registered School (RYS). Upon completion, you’re eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200, which is recognized by most yoga studios and employers.
Here's the typical path:
- Complete Your Practice Foundation:
Most training programs recommend 6-12 months of regular yoga practice before applying, though this isn’t a strict requirement.
- Choose Your Training:
Start with the foundations of the 100-hour training, or go for the full 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification.
- Complete 200 Hours:
Engage fully in the training, which includes practice teaching, anatomy study, philosophy, and methodology.
- Register with Yoga Alliance:
After graduation, apply for RYT 200 registration (optional but recommended for employment).
- Begin Teaching:
Start with community classes, substitute teaching, or assisting established teachers while building confidence.
- Continue Learning:
Many teachers pursue continuing education, specialty trainings, and eventually the 300-hour advanced training to become RYT 500.
Colorado has no state licensure requirement for yoga teachers, making Yoga Alliance registration the primary credential employers seek.
How Much is this Yoga Teacher Training Course?
Investment in Your Teaching Path
The investment for the Breathe 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is $2100
The 200-Hour Embodied Leadership Training is $3500
This is an intentionally small, boutique training, limited to just 8–10 women, allowing for a level of depth, personalization, and support that is rarely found in larger programs.The real value isn’t just in the certification—it’s in the quality of education, the mentorship you receive, and the teaching philosophy you’ll carry into your work with students.
Payment plans available upon request
What You'll Learn in Our 200-Hour Training
Comprehensive Curriculum Rooted in Embodiment
This training covers all Yoga Alliance requirements while weaving in somatic awareness and structural integration principles throughout.
Curriculum Overview (200 Hours)
This program fulfills all Yoga Alliance standards while maintaining the depth and embodied integrity of the Roots & Wings approach.
1. Embodied Asana & Alignment (75+ Hours)
Students develop a strong foundation in classical yoga postures that support womens bodies while learning to teach from an embodied, responsive, and nervous-system-aware perspective.
Includes:
- Foundational, standing, seated, balancing, backbending, twisting, and restorative postures
- Principles of alignment and functional movement
- Modifications, props, and accessibility
- Sequencing for safety, flow, and energetic intelligence
- Embodiment as a listening practice rather than performance
2. Anatomy & Physiology (25+ Hours)
An experiential approach to anatomy that supports intelligent movement and injury awareness.
Includes:
- Skeletal and muscular systems as they relate to yoga
- Functional anatomy of common yoga poses
- Fascia-informed movement principles
- Joint health and injury prevention
- Nervous system basics and regulation
- Endocrine system and hormonal awareness
- Understanding limitations and appropriate referrals
3. Breathwork, Prana & Subtle Body (20+ Hours)
Students explore the energetic dimension of yoga through breath, prana, and subtle body awareness.
Includes:
- Pranayama foundations
- The nadis (ida, pingala, sushumna)
- Chakras and energetic anatomy
- Introduction to kundalini and pranic flow
- Breath as a tool for regulation, presence, and awareness
4. Yoga Philosophy & Wisdom Traditions (30+ Hours)
Rooted in classical yogic texts and contextualized for contemporary life.
Includes:
- History of yoga and major Hatha traditions
- The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- The Eight Limbs of Yoga
- Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita
- Sanskrit basics and yogic terminology
- Feminine wisdom and cyclical awareness
5. Teaching Methodology & Practicum (30+ Hours)
Students learn how to skillfully and confidently guide others.
Includes:
- Skillful cueing and verbal communication
- Holding space and creating safety
- Sequencing and class structure
- Teaching different populations and levels
- Ethical guidelines and scope of practice
- Supervised teaching, feedback, and peer observation
6. The Business of Yoga & Professional Development (20+ Hours)
Practical tools for navigating the modern yoga landscape with integrity and sustainability.
Includes:
- Studio etiquette and professionalism
- Teaching private and group classes
- Marketing with authenticity
- Pay structures and contracts
- Insurance, legal basics, and ethics
- Creating multiple income streams
- Defining success without burnout
Certification & Yoga Alliance
Graduates who complete all requirements are eligible to register as RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance.
- Hours are tracked throughout the program
- Certification is optional but recommended for employment
Who This Training is For
This 200-hour training is designed for:
- Dedicated practitioners who want to deepen their personal practice with no immediate teaching plans
- Aspiring teachers ready to step onto the teaching path with confidence and clarity
- Career changers seeking a meaningful vocation that serves others
- Movement professionals (dancers, Pilates instructors, bodyworkers) wanting to integrate yoga
- Wellness practitioners seeking complementary skills for their existing work
- Midlife women exploring new purpose and embodied leadership
You don’t need to be able to do advanced poses. You don’t need to be “yoga body” perfect. You need curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to explore your own edges—physical, emotional, and intellectual. This training welcomes people of all ages, body types, and backgrounds.
If you’re drawn to teaching that honors individual bodies, nervous systems, and life circumstances—rather than one-size-fits-all instruction—this training will resonate with you.
What to Expect During Training
Before Training Begins
Complete your application and interview. Begin pre-training reading (yoga philosophy texts and anatomy basics). Set up your space for learning, whether you’re attending in-person, online, or a hybrid format.
During the Training
Expect immersive learning that balances study, practice, and teaching experience. Days typically include asana practice, lectures, small group work, practice teaching, and discussion. You’ll be challenged intellectually, physically, and emotionally—in the best way.
The somatic component means you’ll be learning through your body, not just your mind. Expect to notice patterns, shift long-held tension, and develop new awareness of how you move and hold yourself. This isn’t just teacher training—it’s transformation.
After Graduation
You’ll complete your Yoga Alliance application (if desired), receive ongoing mentorship as you begin teaching, and have access to a community of fellow graduates. Many graduates continue with continuing education workshops and eventually pursue the 300-hour advanced training.
Investment & Registration
Workshop Pricing
$2,900 early bird, $2,500 for members
Early bird discounts are available for advance registration. Package pricing is available if you register for multiple workshops. Studio owners: inquire about bringing workshops to your location for your teaching team.
Registration is limited to ensure hands-on learning and personalized attention. Spaces fill quickly—register early to secure your spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does it Take to Train as a Yoga Teacher?
How Long Does it Take to Train as a Yoga Teacher?
A 200-hour yoga teacher training can be completed in various formats: intensive programs over 3-4 weeks, weekend formats spread over several months, or weeknight/weekend combinations over 6-9 months. The total training time is 200 contact hours, regardless of format. Many students prefer longer formats that allow time for integration between sessions, while others thrive in immersive intensive experiences.
What is the Average Age of a Yoga Teacher?
What is the Average Age of a Yoga Teacher?
The average age of yoga teachers in the US is 37 years old, with significant diversity across age ranges. According to industry data, 40% of yoga teachers are over 40 years old, and many people successfully begin teaching in midlife or beyond. Yoga teaching welcomes career changers, midlife purpose-seekers, and lifelong learners of all ages. Experience and embodied wisdom often make for exceptional teachers.
Is 40 Too Old to Become a Yoga Teacher?
Is 40 Too Old to Become a Yoga Teacher?
Absolutely not. Many of the most grounded, effective yoga teachers begin training in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. Midlife brings lived experience, body awareness, and often a deeper capacity for holding space for others’ struggles. Older teachers bring authenticity and relatability that younger students often seek. Your age is an asset, not a barrier—especially in a training that honors somatic awareness and individual embodiment over gymnastic performance.
Do Yoga Teachers Make a Lot of Money?
Do Yoga Teachers Make a Lot of Money?
Yoga teaching income varies widely. Most teachers create multiple income streams rather than relying solely on studio classes. Successful yoga teachers often combine group classes, private sessions, workshops, retreats, online offerings, and specialty services. Teachers with additional training in therapeutics, somatic work, or specialty populations can command higher rates. Building a sustainable yoga teaching career takes time, entrepreneurial skills, and often a hybrid approach to income.
Are Yoga Instructors in Demand?
Are Yoga Instructors in Demand?
Demand for skilled, authentic yoga teachers remains strong, especially for those who can work therapeutically with individual needs, offer trauma-informed practices, and integrate somatic awareness. While the yoga market is competitive, teachers with specialized skills and clear offerings stand out. The growing awareness of nervous system health, somatic healing, and embodied practices creates opportunities for teachers trained in these approaches.
Can You Teach in Colorado Without a Teaching Degree?
Can You Teach in Colorado Without a Teaching Degree?
Yes. Colorado does not require state licensure or teaching degrees for yoga instructors. Yoga Alliance registration (RYT 200 or RYT 500) is the primary credential most studios and employers look for, but even this is voluntary. However, completing a recognized training and registering with Yoga Alliance significantly increases your employability and credibility in the field.
Where Can I Find a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Boulder Near Me?
Where Can I Find a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Boulder Near Me?
Alison Litchfield, E-RYT 500 and Certified Rolfer®, offers 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Boulder, CO. Located at 4593 Broadway C119, Boulder, CO 80304, the training integrates traditional yoga with somatic awareness and structural integration principles. Contact us at 303-579-2008 or visit our booking link to learn about upcoming training dates and apply.
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Phone:
303-579-2008
Location:
4593 Broadway C119, Boulder, CO 80304
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What to Bring to Your Interview:
- Questions about the training
- Your yoga background and teaching aspirations
- Openness to learning through embodiment
4593 Broadway Avenue C119 Boulder Colorado 80304
303-579-2008
