300-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Advanced Teacher Training
hosted by James Island Yoga | Charleston, SC
Lead Trainer: Tymi Howard Bender, 500 E-RYT
Ongoing Enrollment – Start Anytime
Unlock Your Potential as a Yoga Teacher
Ready to take your practice and teaching to the next level?
The Manifest Yoga 300-Hour Advanced Teacher Training is a transformational journey for yoga teachers and committed practitioners seeking growth,
depth, and mastery. Refine your teaching, expand your toolkit, and connect with your authentic voice.
Program Overview
Yoga Alliance Certified (RYT-500 Eligible)
Flexible, Self-Paced Format: Complete 12 weekend modules at your own pace
Location: James Island Yoga, Charleston, SC (in-person only)
Who It’s For: RYT-200 certified teachers and serious practitioners
Option to Take Individual Modules: For continuing education or personal study
Weekend Schedule (Once per Month)
Fridays: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sundays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
2025–2026 Module Dates
2025: June 6–8, July 11–13, August 8–10, September 12–14, October 24–26, November 21–23, December 12–14
2026: January 23–25, February 27–March 1, March 20–22, April 17–19, May 22–24, June 26–28, July 24–26, August 21–23, September 25–27, October 23–25
What You’ll Learn
Advanced asana, sequencing, and assisting
Yoga philosophy, history, and subtle body science
Ayurveda, Yin Yoga, Myofascial Release, Thai Yoga, Acupressure
The business of yoga: branding, marketing, workshop creation
Holistic wellness: nutrition, music, psychotherapy-informed teaching
Meet Your Teachers
Led by Tymi Howard Bender, 500 E-RYT, and supported by guest faculty from around the globe. Each instructor brings thousands of hours of expertise to help you grow with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.
Certification
RYT-500 Certification upon completion
Must attend required in-person hours, complete homework, and submit all assignments
Investment
Deposit: $300 (non-refundable, secures your spot)
Option 1 – Pay in Full: $300 deposit + $4,500 tuition
Option 2 – Payment Plan: $300 deposit + 10 monthly payments of $500
Please note: All deposits, fees, and tuition payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
How to Apply
Schedule your one-on-one application meeting with Tymi (Zoom or in person).
Email: tymi.howard@gmail.com
Subject line: 300 Hour YTT Application
Questions?
Reach out with any questions or to discuss if this training is right for you. We’re here to support your unique journey.
200 Hour Manifest Yoga Teacher Training
at James Island Yoga
in Charleston, South Carolina
September 26th – December 14th, 2025
4 Month / Weekend Option
with Tymi Howard and Guest Faculty
Fall 2025
Training Dates:
Duration: 4-Month Fast-Paced Intensive (8 Weekend Modules)
Start: Friday, September 26, 2025
Graduation: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Weekend Schedule:
Fridays: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (occasional 6 AM start)
Sundays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Training Weekends:
Sept 26–28
Oct 3–5, 17–19, 24–26
Nov 14–16, 21–23
Dec 5–7, 12–14
What to Expect:
Step into your power, discover your purpose, and elevate your yoga journey. Led by renowned teacher Tymi Howard Bender, this Yoga Alliance-certified training blends modern techniques with deep roots in ancient yogic traditions. You’ll explore not only Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, and Pranayama, but also holistic practices such as Ayurveda, Myofascial Release, Nutrition, and more.
Expect rich exploration in:
Yoga Teaching Techniques
Meditation & Journaling
Biomechanics, Assisting, & Adjusting
Yoga Philosophy & Ethics (Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika)
Anatomy & Physiology (including energetic systems)
The Business of Yoga
Practice Teaching with Peer & Instructor Feedback
Graduates are eligible for 200-hour RYT certification with Yoga Alliance.
Investment:
Option 1 – Payment Plan:
$300 non-refundable deposit
4 monthly payments of $750
Total: $3,300
Option 2 – Pay in Full:
$300 non-refundable deposit + $2,700
Total: $3,000
All fees and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Graduation Requirements:
Attendance of all required contact hours
Completion of homework, practice teaching, and virtual/non-contact hours
Full payment of tuition
Consistent attendance & professionalism expected
Investment
Non-Refundable Deposit: $300
Tuition Option 1: Pay $300 deposit and then 5 monthly payments of $600 each (total $3,300)
Tuition Option 2: Pay in full $300 non-refundable deposit plus $2,700 (total $3,000)
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING (YTT) FEES: All Registration Fees, Deposits, Session Fees or Pre-paid training fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING ATTENDANCE: The minimum hours required for attendance by Yoga Alliance must be attended in order to graduate.
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION: In order to graduate, all required in-person hours, virtual sessions and non-contact hours must be completed. Also required for graduation, all homework assignments must be submitted, all practice classes instructed and all training fees must be paid.
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING EARLY DISMISSAL: YTT participants that are frequently late or absent without prior communication may be dismissed from the training to preserve the quality of content and focus of the group.
Tymi Howard Bender is an internationally known Yoga Alliance 500 E-RYT yoga teacher. She is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, creator of Manifest Yoga International Teacher Traini
Tymi Howard
Owner | Resident Teacher
My name is Candace Blair, and I returned home to America in 2017 after working 20 years as a finance executive on trading floors in Zurich & London. It is a great honour and tr
Candace Blair
Guest Teacher
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Polly Savoie Christy
Résident Teacher
Erin is passionate about movement, nutrition and sleep to preserve our cognition and mobility/LONGEVITY… More yoga, more breath! Erin is a Certified Functional Medicine Healt
Erin Harrington
Resident Teacher
Tony began his yoga practice with Bikram in Chicago and continued with his 200-hour Yoga Alliance Training at Corepower Yoga. He’s had advanced training in Vinyasa Flow, Yin,
Tony Beard
Resident Teacher
Stacy is a grateful mama, wife and yoga teacher living in Charleston, SC. Teaching yoga since 2009, her classes are purposeful, grounded and creative; with a bit of sweetness and h
Stacy Peth
Resident Teacher
Danielle is an E-RYT 200 | YACEP teacher with specialized training in Yin Yoga, LYT Yoga Method and an Advanced Level 4 certification in Jeet Kune Do. Her diverse background in dan
Danielle Giovannone
Resident Teacher
Jennifer Gibson has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and is currently working towards her 500-hour certification. She is the mother of three amazing children and a successful
Jennifer Gibson
Resident Teacher
Steven has been teaching yoga, movement and meditation for 15+ years. His classes have a user friendly, “do what you can” approach. Expect a playful, challenging (if yo
J. Steven Willard
Resident Teacher
Zach Pritchett
Resident Teacher
Grace Albenesius
Resident Teacher
Mariah Betts
Resident Teacher
Nikki completed her 200 and 300 hour YTT in Candi Dasa, Bali in 2015. She also has 15 hours of yin training through MAHA trainings, a 23 hour kids certification through Kidding Aro
Nikki Inglesby
Resident Teacher
Andrew Piscitello
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Martha Cruscuolo
Resident Teacher
Emily Bristol
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Savannah Wray
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Katie Bennet
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Kenneth Hyatt
Resident Instructor
Casey Brennan
JIY Staff
Rachel is passionate about the healing journey for herself and others. She uses the modalities of yoga and reiki to hold space for people wherever they are on their journey and to
Rachel Squire
Resident Reiki