RKYT-200

Registered Kundalini Yoga Teacher (RKYT-200) Requirements

These standards outline how to become a Registered Kundalini Yoga Teacher (RKYT-200) with Yoga Alliance International.

The RKYT-200 credential is for yoga teachers who have completed foundational Kundalini yoga teacher training or who can show equivalent Kundalini training, teaching experience, and competence through the Yoga Alliance International grandfathering pathway.

RKYT-200 recognizes teachers trained in Kundalini yoga practices, including kriya, mantra, meditation, pranayama, subtle body principles, yogic lifestyle, teaching methodology, and safe class instruction.

Training Requirements

Applicants must have completed a minimum of 200 hours of Kundalini yoga teacher training through one of the following:

Option 1

A 200-hour Kundalini yoga teacher training program registered with Yoga Alliance International.

Option 2

A 200-hour Kundalini yoga teacher training program, online or in person, from a recognized yoga school, Kundalini yoga organization, lineage-based training program, or established international yoga organization.

This may include training in:

• Kundalini kriya
• Meditation
• Mantra
• Pranayama
• Mudra
• Bandha
• Chakra and subtle body theory
• Yogic philosophy
• Teaching methodology
• Class sequencing
• Ethics and student safety

Option 3

Equivalent Kundalini yoga training, professional teaching background, or substantial experience through Yoga Alliance International’s grandfathering pathway.

Grandfathering may be available for experienced Kundalini teachers who do not hold a formal 200-hour certificate but can provide evidence of training, teaching, mentorship, lineage study, or long-term practice.

Teaching Requirements

No teaching hours are required to register at the RKYT-200 level.

RKYT-200 is an entry-level Kundalini yoga teacher registration for applicants who have completed foundational training or who qualify through equivalent experience.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate basic competence in teaching Kundalini yoga safely, clearly, and ethically.

Scope of Registration

The RKYT-200 credential recognizes foundational Kundalini yoga teaching competence.

It is intended for teachers who offer Kundalini yoga classes, workshops, introductory programs, meditation classes, pranayama sessions, mantra-based practices, and related yoga education.

RKYT-200 is a yoga teaching registration. It is not a medical, psychological, or clinical therapy license.

Maintaining Your Registration

To remain active, you must:

• Follow the Yoga Alliance International Code of Conduct
• Teach within your scope of training and experience
• Maintain accurate registration information
• Pay your membership renewal when due