Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self. —Bhagavad Gita
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This 40-hour foundational Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training covers prenatal asana and pranayama that is appropriate for each trimester of pregnancy, modifications for prenatal practice, and how to instruct a well-rounded, informative class. A comprehensive review of anatomy and physiology of pregnancy provides a solid foundation for teachers to be able to safely instruct yoga for pregnant students. Teachers will gain the basic knowledge and skills needed in this training to confidently lead a well-rounded, informed prenatal yoga class.
Investment: $799
$649 Early Bird (when registered by January 10, 2027)
Requirements
We're excited you are considering a prenatal yoga teacher training.
Beyond the in-person and online training sessions, there are some assignments for this foundational-level training. The homework includes two at-home quizzes, and reading assignments from the course manual. You are also required to observe at least one prenatal yoga class at Yoga Muse, and to record your impressions and experiences in that class.
This training includes a digital training manual as part of your tuition. You are not required to purchase any other texts, however a recommended list of additional resources will be provided.
Investment
$799
$649 Early Bird
(when registered by January 10, 2027)
There are reduced-rate scholarships ($499) available for TWO applicants with financial challenges, and a vision for how they will apply prenatal yoga in their community. To request this scholarship, you may email: kelly@yogadevi.mom Include your vision for prenatal yoga in your community as well as your current yoga teacher certifications (and hours), and where you received your training. This scholarship is on a first-come, first-served basis. *Please respect your yoga teacher colleagues and refrain from requesting this scholarship if there is not an honest financial need.
To meaningfully participate, you should meet the following requirements:
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A strong interest in working with moms-to-be, and supporting new families;
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Enthusiastic, and ready to learn more than expected about the journey of pregnancy and birth, yoga during pregnancy, and how to guide moms-to-be in preparation for birth, and motherhood;
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200-hour basic yoga teacher certification;
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Previous yoga teaching experience (minimum 4-6 months) is strongly recommended. Please contact us if you have less than 4 months of teaching experience.
FAQ
Can I teach prenatal yoga after completing this 40 hour foundational training?
Yes.
Do I receive continuing education hours from Yoga Alliance?
Yes. After you complete this training, you may decide to submit your certificate to Yoga Alliance for 40 hours of continuing education, OR you may decide to continue to Level 2 (for an additional 45 hours), to earn the Yoga Alliance, RPYT designation.
Does this training include postnatal yoga teacher training?
No, this course does not include postnatal yoga training. Postnatal yoga is a different skill set which TRULY deserves its own dedicated training.
How is this prenatal yoga teacher training unique?
This is not the average prenatal yoga teacher training. Devi Ma Yoga has specialized in prenatal yoga, childbirth education, lactation and birth support for over 2 decades. This vast knowledge is woven into this training for an enriched learning experience not easily found elsewhere.
Many participants find this training to be personally transformational. Feedback from numerous participants has shown that this training delivers far more than expected. For many participants, it ignites a very deep and enduring passion for this work. A number of our graduates have gone on to explore new avenues of career opportunity that were never considered before (such as doula support, lactation counseling, birth education, nursing, etc).
Kelly Swails
RPYT, RYT-500, YACEP, CCCE, M.A.
Teaching prenatal yoga has deeply transformed and shaped my life journey. During my 22 years of teaching prenatal yoga, I have come to realize how profound yoga can be in helping expecting mothers - not only with the physical and emotional ups and downs of pregnancy, but also in coping with the challenges of labor, postpartum, breastfeeding and beyond.
My classes include a focus on pelvic balance, awareness, a connection to the breath and ways to find space, stability and comfort during pregnancy and beyond. I support my students (and teacher trainees) in gaining a deeper understanding of the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes of pregnancy, as well as the importance of honoring the body’s needs during each trimester.
However, my ultimate goal is to encourage moms-to-be to fully embrace their innate and awesome ability to grow, nurture and birth babies from that deep maternal place of "knowing”. I have worked with many hundreds of expecting couples since I began this work in 2005. As I continue to witness the profound and awesome nature of birth first-hand, my dedication to this work has only grown and deepened.
I hold specialty yoga teacher certifications in: prenatal yoga, postnatal yoga, restorative yoga, and yin yoga. I am an active childbirth educator, retired birth doula and retired lactation counselor. I have trained and mentored yoga teachers for 15 years, and have served on many yoga teacher training teams.
I have developed many teacher training curriculums including: Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training, Yoga for Labor & Delivery, Yin Yoga, Basic 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, and numerous continuing education workshops. I am a mom of three sons, and a proud grandmom!