Yoga Teacher Training
“The core of man’s sprit comes from new experiences.”
-Christopher McCandless
True Light Yoga 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Program
Our current training program just finsihed in summer 2022 in Ocean City New Jersey. Stay tuned here, on instagram, or send us a message for when and where the next training program will be under way. We would love to have you!
"Rachael is a reliable teacher who crafted a well rounded training highlighting the importance of anatomy & physiology, yogic philosophy, and inclusivity. In her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Rachael supported and guided us to become confident, knowledgeable, and creative teachers. Through Rachael's guidance, each of us could find our true light, our special energy from within that makes us unique teachers." -Maddie W.
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Why True Light YTT?
Our Training program aims to foster a safe supprtive enviroment for transformation as you dive deeper on the path of Yoga and get ready to share it with others confidently. We are sure to have lots of practice teaching experience and deep Anatomy with certified Physical Therapists so that you come out of your training confidently ready to command a room and share your gift. We believe that you are a gift, and what you have to offer is uniquely special. We encourage you to find your own true light and space to teach from rather than to learn to teach like me or any other teacher. We guide you to find your own authentic teaching voice from the highest version of yourself, because that is what the world needs.
"I am thankful for the opportunity to have been apart of this YTT, having Rachael's voice behind my practice and the knowledge I've gained from her training. I know that her future teacher trainings will prepare other yogis to teach wonderful classes and be able to teach in a safe and secure manner. I was a part of Rachael's first teacher training and it felt like she had done this a hundred times before. Well thought out, inclusive and extensive discussions about everything and anything to do with yoga. The teacher training Rachael curates is more than a teacher training program. It was truly a blissful experience." - Flora S.
What is Vinyasa Yoga?
Your certification will be in Vinyasa Yoga.
Vinyasa roughly translates to “to place in a mindful or special way”. This style of Yoga refers to linking breath to movement and turns static postures into a dynamic flow. Vinyasa follows postures rooted in Ashtanga Yoga but is less rigid and you can structure the class however you like with any focus or peak posture you choose. The breath becomes like the music and the body and movements like a dance interweaving together. This type of yoga is fun, creative, and allows you as the teacher lots of freedom to create the class in anyway you like that is safe and supportive.
While our main focus and cert. is in Vinyasa, we cover also Buddhist Mediation, Chanting and Kirtan, Prenatal Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Kundalini, Yin, Pranayama, Buddha Boot Camp, Inversion and Arm Balance Training Hip Hop Yoga and so much more.
We hope to open the eyes of our students to all that yoga is and make this a fun experience as much as transformational and inspiring time of learning. We know that while we honor our knowledge and accomplishments, the learning is also never done and what we can master and learn is only a drop in the large ocean that is 'Yoga'.
Graduates
List of True Light Yoga Certified Teachers
Kristina Young
Kristina is a dream chaser, artist, and surfer with a love for Buddhism. Her classes are challenging yet gentle and nurturing. She often draws on her own experience and growth to create inspiring intentions to share with her students. Its hard to not love her. Go see for yourself at Peace of Wood in Ocean City New Jersey Saturdays at 8:30 am.
Connect with her on Instagram @kristina_artofpeace
Caitlin Heckmann
This ray of sunshine comes from a dance and nursing background and it shines through in her classes, but what's truly my favorite thing about her is her spirituality and passion for health. It has been said that just being in her presence is good for your nervous system. Caitlin currently lives in New Jersey and will be teaching at 'Practice' in Linwood.
Connect with her on Instagram @love_vessel
Maddie Walker
Maddie is a passionate learner with a love for yoga and meditation. Currently enrolled in a Mindfulness Studies Grad School program and working on the water in Ocean City New Jersey, she also finds time to share with us her love of yoga in a creative way at Collective Vibes Yoga Studio. Find her at 936 Haven Ave!
Connect with her on Instagram @solsailyoga
Kayla Maerz
Kayla had an intuitive desire to teach yoga and anyone who gets to be her student is a very lucky soul. Kayla inspires us with her drive to understand asana and reach new goals. With fun playlists, challenging peak poses, and creative vinyasa flows, you'll be able to feel the intention and love put into her classes from start to finish.
Connect with her on Instagram @kaylamaerzz
Flora Swift
This bright young light is going to do great things! Flora grew up in Margate NJ and is an old soul with a love for music and nature. You can often catch her with a fishing rod enjoying some peace and solitude or doing a grounding breath practice. Check out her offerings to come!
Connect with her on Instagram @flowswiftly
Tricia Stover
This badass love warrior has an energy that cannot be matched! Tricia's passions are music, travel, gardening, and more and her classes are grounded and meditative with fun tunes and heart.
Connect with her on Instagram @triciarox9
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YTT Reflections...
"Rachael O’Brien constructed and taught, a comprehensive Yoga Teacher training program with knowledge and reverence for Yoga and it’s origins. Her dedication to learning and sharing her craft were evident in all of her classes. She inspired her students to welcome change and strength and prepared them to teach from their own individual True Light."
-Tricia S.
I had such an incredible experience training with True Light Yoga. Rachael is so genuinely knowledgeable, kind, caring, funny, and doesn’t hesitate to show her humanity in the best kind of ways. As her student, I was never made to feel anything other than her equal while also maintaining a deep respect and reverence for her experience and knowledge. Rachael created such a safe and loving space for us all to connect, explore, ask questions, and truly be ourselves. It is evident how dedicated she is to her students and to her practice. It was also evident how much time and thought went into the True Light curriculum. Excellent and specialized guest teachers and weekly anatomy lessons from a a doctor of physical therapy made the program feel even more well rounded and well supported by the community. I left this experience feeling beyond prepared to guide my students and myself safely and lovingly. I absolutely recommend True Light Yoga to anyone who is interested in deepening their practice, embarking on a journey of self discovery, and becoming a well rounded, compassionate teacher. Thank you.
-Caitlin H.