Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I register with Yoga Alliance International?
You can register directly through our online application system. Simply choose your designation level, complete the application form, submit your training certificates, and pay the registration fee.
Once approved, your profile will be listed in the Yoga Alliance International registry and you will receive a digital certificate confirming your designation.
What are the requirements for registration?
To register as a yoga teacher, you must have completed a recognized yoga teacher training program or have equivalent training and experience.
We recognize training from a wide range of schools, organizations, and yoga traditions. Our registry is inclusive and does not restrict registration based on the specific school where you completed your training.
Do I need to train with a Yoga Alliance International school?
No.
Teachers may register with Yoga Alliance International regardless of where they completed their training. We accept graduates from many yoga teacher training programs worldwide.
Are online yoga teacher trainings accepted?
Yes.
Yoga Alliance International accepts training completed through online, hybrid, or in-person yoga teacher training programs.
What teacher designations are available?
Yoga Alliance International recognizes several teacher designations, including:
• RYT-200 – Registered Yoga Teacher (200 Hour)
• E-RYT-200 – Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (200 Hour)
• RYT-500 – Registered Yoga Teacher (500 Hour)
• E-RYT-500 – Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (500 Hour)
• RYT Therapy – Registered Yoga Therapy Teacher
• E-RYT Therapy – Experienced Yoga Therapy Teacher
Each designation reflects different levels of training and experience.
How long does registration take?
Most applications are processed within 7–14 days, depending on application volume and documentation.
What are the registration fees?
Yoga Alliance International offers affordable registration fees compared to many other yoga registries worldwide.
Membership options include 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year registrations, allowing teachers to choose the option that best fits their needs.
Current pricing is listed on the Fees page of the website.
How do I renew my registration?
You will receive a reminder before your registration expires. Renewal is completed by submitting the renewal payment before the expiration date.
If a registration is not renewed, the profile may be temporarily removed from the registry until renewal is completed.
What makes Yoga Alliance International different from other registries?
Yoga Alliance International is designed to provide a simple, accessible, and affordable global yoga teacher registry.
Compared to some other registries, Yoga Alliance International:
• Accepts training from many different yoga traditions and schools
• Recognizes online, hybrid, and in-person training programs
• Offers affordable registration fees
• Provides international recognition through an open global registry
Our goal is to support the global yoga community while maintaining clear professional standards.
How do I contact Yoga Alliance International?
If you have questions about registration, you can contact us through the Contact page on the website.
We aim to respond to inquiries as quickly as possible.