200HR
Yoga Teacher Training

Six weekends. Six months. One transformative journey.

September 10, 2027- February 20, 2028

Welcome. Whether you hope to teach yoga, deepen your personal practice or simply understand it in a more meaningful way, you are welcome here. You do not need to arrive with everything figured out—only curiosity, openness and a willingness to learn.

Our 200-hour teacher training offers much more than certification. You’ll explore yoga’s roots, history, philosophy and traditional practices while developing the practical skills and confidence to share yoga safely and authentically.

Designed to fit into real life, the program allows you to deepen your learning while balancing work, family and other commitments. Throughout the training, you’ll be supported in bringing yoga off the mat and into your relationships, daily choices and way of meeting the world.

You’ll also become part of a sangha—a community of people learning and growing together. The relationships formed throughout the program offer connection, encouragement and support that can continue well beyond the training.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help each trainee grow in knowledge, confidence and self-trust while fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. We share the wisdom gathered through decades of practice with care, humility and deep respect for yoga’s traditions.

What You’ll Experience

This comprehensive program blends the best of Vinyasa, Hatha, and Bhakti yoga, offering a holistic approach to the practice. Over our time together, you’ll engage in: 

  • Asana Labs & Anatomy Studies: Learn the science of movement and refine your understanding of postures.
  • Sequencing & Cueing: Develop the skills to confidently lead classes.
  • Practice Teaching: Gain hands-on experience to grow as an instructor.
  • Philosophy Teachings: Explore the roots of yoga, including ethics, mythology, and the eight limbs.
  • Mantra Chanting & Meditation: Cultivate devotion and mindfulness.

You’ll also dive into the subtle body, devotional practices, and deep meditation, gaining tools to integrate yoga into all aspects of life.

Tuition & Registration

Extra Early Bird — $3,000
Register by February 1, 2027
Save $450
Early Bird — $3,200
Register by July 1, 2027
Save $250
Regular Tuition — $3,450
Register by September 10, 2027

What Sets Us Apart?

  1. A Unique Balance of Science and Spirituality
    • We combine modern anatomy, biomechanics, and evidence-based practices with the deep spiritual roots of yoga, making the teachings relatable to modern life.
  2. Empowering Movement Education
    • Move beyond rigid alignment rules and outdated cues. Learn to embrace the individuality of movement, empowering your students with confidence and optimism.
  3. World-Class Instructors
    • Learn from highly experienced teachers who bring expertise in anatomy, philosophy, and Bhakti yoga.
  4. A Holistic Approach
    • From energetic practices to practical teaching skills, we cover all aspects of yoga, including subtle body work, devotion, and intuitive teaching.

Included in your Coast Flow Yoga 200-hour teacher training program:

  • Coast Flow Yoga Virtual Membership: Enjoy access to Coast Flow yoga live-streamed classes throughout the duration of the program, allowing you to deepen your practice in a supportive environment. ($330 Value)
  • Printed Manual written by your Coast Flow teaching team: Receive a comprehensive manual with valuable resources and references to enhance your learning journey.
  • 200hr Yoga Alliance Certificate: Upon successful completion of the program, receive a recognized certification from Yoga Alliance, acknowledging your dedication and commitment to advancing your yoga practice and teaching skills.
  • Opportunity to teach our graduate community classes: Our relationship does not end at the completion of our training. To further support your journey into teaching confidently, you will have the unique opportunity to teach community classes at either our Sechelt or Gibsons locations. Giving you a supportive way to step into your role as an instructor. 

Practical details:

  • Friday/ Saturday/ Sunday schedule (20hrs per weekend)
  • Held at our peaceful studio in Gibsons (8 min. drive from ferry)
  • One live weekly cohort call (1.5 hours)  every Friday evening between in-person weekends
  • Pre- recorded content on theory, anatomy, and philosophy (2 hours/week)
  • 66 hours total online

In-person weekends at our Gibsons studio:
Arrive– September 10, 11, 12
Building the foundation of your practice and teaching
Explore– October 1, 2, 3
Curiosity, anatomy, movement & the art of observation
Embody– November 5, 6, 7
Moving theory to experience
Express– December 3, 4, 5
Finding your voice as a teacher
Expand– January 7, 8, 9
Confidence, creativity, leadership
Emerge– February 4, 5, 6
Stepping fully into the role of teacher
February 20 Graduation

By the End of the Program, You Will:

  • Confidently sequence and teach a 60-minute Vinyasa flow class.
  • Have a deep understanding of anatomy and movement.
  • Empower your students with individualized, science-based guidance.
  • Infuse your classes with meaningful themes and philosophy.
  • Cultivate your unique teaching voice, rooted in authenticity and purpose.

This is Your Journey

This training is a transformational experience—one that will deepen your practice, expand your understanding of yoga, and support your evolution as a teacher and individual. You’ll leave with the tools, confidence, and inspiration to make a lasting impact in your life and the lives of your students.

Are you ready to take the next step?

Coast Flow YTT Scholarship Opportunity

We’re honoured to offer either one full-tuition scholarship or two 50% scholarships for our 2027 200-Hour Teacher Training, based on applicants’ financial needs. Made possible through the Coast Flow Scholarship Fund, this initiative reflects our commitment to making yoga education more accessible.

If you feel called to deepen your practice and need financial support to participate, we warmly invite you to apply. Please contact us at info@coastflow.ca for more information.

FAQs

While we recommend having at least one year of consistent yoga practice, the primary requirements for this training are as follows:

  1. Willingness to show up and learn.
  2. Dedication to self-inquiry and actively engaging in the work.
  3. Openness and curiosity to explore the teachings of yoga deeply.

These qualities will not only enrich your experience but also contribute to the growth and transformation that can occur throughout the training.

Absolutely! Our training welcomes individuals who are passionate about deepening their understanding and practice of yoga, regardless of whether they intend to teach. While some participants may have aspirations to become instructors, others join simply to explore and immerse themselves in the rich traditions of yoga. Throughout the program, you’ll acquire valuable skills, forge meaningful connections, and gain insights that extend far beyond the realm of teaching. Whether you choose to share your knowledge with others or not, the journey will undoubtedly enrich your life both on and off the mat.

Coast Flow’s Teacher Training is a focus of vinyasa, with elements of Hatha and Bhakti yoga. Through this integrated approach, we emphasize creative sequencing and empower you to teach effectively to diverse student populations with safety and skill.

Yes, there is an option to pay in installments at the registration checkout. Final payments must be completed before the start of the training.

Yes, there is early bird pricing of $3100 until July 1st. 

Completing all 200 hours of training is mandatory to register at the RYT 200 hour level with Yoga Alliance. If you miss any hours of training, you will need to complete make-up work and/or attend a live make-up group session, to be scheduled, at your own expense.

To ensure credit for attendance, it is essential to arrive on time and stay for the full duration of each session. If you anticipate arriving late or leaving early, please inform your teacher in advance. You will have two 15-minute grace periods throughout the training. Beyond this allowance, you will be required to make up the missed session in accordance with our make-up policy.

As part of the training program, you’ll be required to submit all assigned homework and complete relevant sadhanas (personal practice). These assignments are designed to deepen your understanding of the material covered in class and provide practical experience in applying the teachings to your personal practice and teaching methodology. 

While the tuition fee is non-refundable, we acknowledge that unforeseen life events may occur. If you inform us before the commencement of the training, we’ll gladly accommodate your request to defer your participation to the next available 200-hour training session. We understand the importance of flexibility and strive to support our students through any unexpected circumstances that may arise.

If you are looking for more information, please email us at info@coastflow.ca to set up a 20 minute discovery call. 

Our 200Hr Teacher trainings run every two years. Our next cohort will begin Fall 2027. Email us at info@coastflow.ca if you’re interested and want to be notified!

Your Instructors

Chelsea Riley E-RYT 500 | Lead Instructor

Chelsea Riley is the visionary founder behind Coast Flow Yoga’s vibrant communities in Gibsons and Sechelt. Her remarkable journey in yoga began in 2001 when she became one of the youngest certified Bikram yoga instructors. This ignited a profound passion that led her to pursue a degree in aerial acrobatics from the National Circus School of Canada. Throughout her twenties, Chelsea toured as a professional aerialist, yet her love for yoga remained unwavering. She deepened her practice at the Nosara Yoga Institute in Costa Rica and pursued various specialized trainings including Bhakti Flow Yoga, prenatal yoga, chair yoga, health coaching, Thai massage, and breathwork. With a profound devotion to Bhakti yoga, kirtan, and meditation, Chelsea infuses her classes with heart-centered practices that inspire and uplift. As an experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, she continues to empower her students to explore the transformative power of yoga on and off the mat.

Leah Painter E-RYT 500 | Lead Instructor Anatomy and Physiology

Leah has been a body nerd for as long as she can remember. Initially drawn to yoga for cross-training various athletic activities, she became fascinated by how calm and grounded it made her feel. In 2007, she became a yoga teacher and over the years, encountered many students with various injuries and a wide range of abilities. Witnessing unique bodies moving in different ways sparked her curiosity and compassion to become a more knowledgeable movement teacher. Leah expanded her studies to include biomechanics, anatomy, and strength & conditioning. Certified in Functional Range Conditioning and Pain Foundations, she became a Certified Yoga Therapist in 2018 after four years of intensive training. Leah has worked in a multi-disciplinary clinic and one-on-one with conditions like pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy, backcare, chronic pain, post-natal issues, and various musculoskeletal problems. She values an evidence-based approach to movement teaching and continues to educate herself and others on the latest research and science. Believing in the body’s amazing ability to adapt and its inherent resilience, Leah teaches from a place of choice, play, and joy.

Melissa Enyedy ERYT500| Lead Instructor

Melissa began her yoga journey in 2004, when she stepped into her first class and felt an immediate sense of coming home. What began as a practice quickly unfolded into a lifelong path of devotion, discovery, and transformation. With a deep love of learning, Melissa has immersed herself in a rich variety of traditions and completed multiple certifications, including Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Restorative, Prenatal, Kundalini, Aerial, and Yoga Therapy.

Over the past 19 years of teaching, Melissa has become known for the heart she brings into every class—blending strong foundations with intuition, creativity, and soul. Her passion for the subtle realms, the nervous system, and the alchemy of sound and frequency shines through her work. 

Whether she’s holding space in stillness or guiding dynamic flow, Melissa weaves together knowledge and embodied wisdom with grace. Her classes are more than movement—they are invitations to return to wholeness.

Ross McKeachie | Philosophy and Subtle Body

Ross McKeachie is a trained coach and practitioner of traditional Yoga & Tantra – the original psycho-somatic-spiritual life sciences of India. He is the host of Branches of Wisdom (The Banyen Books Podcast), as well as the Community Director and Assistant Teacher Trainer at Arkaya Awareness Center – a traditional school of Yoga & Tantra offering international programs to students online. He has been apprenticing with his teacher/Acharya, Yogacharini Maitreyi of South India, since 2015 and is grateful to be a part of her lineage. He offers Integrative coaching, healing & full-spectrum Yoga therapy sessions to clients worldwide and is a poet with a background in comedy and performing arts. 

What recent graduates are saying:

I am so grateful that I carved out time to do this training. It was absolutely magic. Diverse, experienced and incredibly skilled instructors and so much valuable information delivered in a digestible way. It was an incredibly busy chapter for me but if I had the opportunity to do it over again, I definitely would – Devon

This experience, this journey is a transformational one. To deepen the practice of yoga, to deepen an understanding of the sacred science of yoga and its 8 limbs, to deepen the desire to continue on an evolution of the self and to discover what is yours to do in this one precious life. Forever Grateful– Melissa

The 200hr YTT at Coast Flow was truly life-changing and transformative. The instructors were so knowledgeable, supportive, and created the perfect balance of science, spirituality, and practical skill building. And the cohort was amazing – some of the most encouraging, warm and loving people I have ever met! I signed up to learn how to teach yoga, but what I gained was so much more. This training gave me: a deeper connection to myself and my spiritual practice, powerful tools to move through life with more ease and awareness, more confidence and clarity, insights into the body, mind, and nervous system and friendships that will last a lifetime. I can’t recommend this training more to anyone who’s looking for an experience that will open your heart, expand your mind, and transform your soul! I am forever changed and grateful.– Olivia

I joined the training to deepen my yoga practice, and my intentions shifted and grew further to teach and share my love and passion for yoga with others, which was unexpected until the last month of the training. I am forever grateful to Coast Flow teachers and mentors we have. The beautiful transformative journey that I had was such a significant gift. – Miho

Cost:

Extra Early $3000 until Feb 1
Early Bird $3200 until July 1
Regular price $3450 until Sept 10