Nine-Month In-Person Yoga Teacher Training Launches in Natchitoches

Imagine More Yoga announced a major training initiative that will bring an extended, in-person teacher training and immersion program to Natchitoches beginning January 16, 2026. Led by Cle’lie Aubin, E-RYT 500, the nine-month series offers both a 200-hour Yoga Alliance registered teacher training track and a separate deepening immersion track for students who want intensive study without pursuing certification.

The program is structured around monthly weekend training modules, running through August 30, 2026, which makes it practical for local residents and regional students who need to balance work and family commitments. The format emphasizes in-person practice and mentorship, with a curriculum designed to support safe teaching and sustainable personal practice.

Curriculum highlights include breathwork and sequencing practices, functional anatomy focused on safe alignment, an accessible study of the Yoga Sutras and foundational yoga philosophy, and an introduction to Ayurveda. Those elements are intended to build both technical teaching skills and grounded philosophical context, so participants leave with a holistic toolbox for class design and personal practice. The 200-hour track is registered with Yoga Alliance, offering a standard credential for teaching in many studio settings.

For local studios, community centers, and independent teachers, the new training represents an influx of trained instructors and a deepening of regional yoga knowledge. The immersion track gives experienced practitioners a path to deepen their practice without committing to certification, which can strengthen teacher development pipelines and expand class offerings across varied styles and levels.

The announcement included details on pricing, application fees, and contact information for enrollment. Contact Imagine More Yoga directly to request the full fee schedule, application requirements, and registration steps. Early inquiries will be essential because the weekend format and limited in-person capacity mean spaces may fill quickly.

For anyone in or near Natchitoches considering teacher training or a focused immersion, this program presents a clear, time-bound option that balances credentialing with in-depth study. The combination of an E-RYT 500 lead teacher, Yoga Alliance registration for the 200-hour track, and a curriculum that emphasizes safety, sequencing, and philosophical context offers practical value for those planning to teach or deepen their practice.