Teacher Training

300-HR Yoga Alliance Approved 

ADVANCED TEACHER TRAINING

Unlock and Unleash your yoga teaching potential…

JIY’s Manifest Yoga 300-hour advanced teacher training is an ON-GOING TRAINING that you can begin when you are READY!

Our 300 Hour YTT is designed to take both your personal practice and teaching to new levels of depth, clarity and focus.

Geared towards existing yoga teachers and dedicated practitioners, our program will deep dive into key areas of study

to unlock your potential as an inspired and knowledgeable guide for your students.

If you are ready to refine and expand your current repertoire, develop the skills to lead with confidence and discover your core purpose as a teacher –

this training is for you. Our aim is to illuminate your strengths, meet you where you are and support your unique direction and growth.

Our advanced 300-hour training is offered as 12 weekend modules, which you can take at your own pace, as it will be an ongoing offering and program.

Each module is a full weekend consisting of  Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday. They will be held in-person at James Island Yoga, Charleston South Carolina.

For those who have an RYT-200, you will be eligible for the RYT-500 designation upon completing all 12 modules and assignments.

* Students interested in deepening their studies without doing a full 300-hour training are invited to take any module of interest.

(Individual Modules priced separately)

This program will be lead by Tymi Howard Bender 500 ERYT, along with guest faculty from around the globe. The teaching faculty offers the best of the best:

highly-skilled educators dedicated to living their yoga and generously sharing their knowledge and expertise.

Each instructor brings with them thousands of hours of training and teaching.

You will be guided through the program with clarity, confidence and ease.

 

300 Hour Manifest Yoga Teacher Training
at James Island Yoga

Charleston, South Carolina

BEGINS OCTOBER 4th, 2024

12 Month Program with Tymi Howard  Bender 500 E-RYT & Guest Faculty

Program divided into Friday Evenings, Saturday & Sunday 

Weekend Modules
STARTS: October 4th and meets once per month

Manifest Yoga 300 Hour Teacher Training Sessions:

Friday 4:30-8:00pm | Saturday 10am-6:00pm | Sunday 10am-6:00pm
*this program can be completed in 1 year, or self paced as it is ongoing.

2024-2025 Weekend Modules:

October 4th-6th

November 8th – 10th

December 6th-8th

January10th-12th

February 7th-9th

March 1st & 2nd

April 4th-6th

May 2nd-4th

June 6th-8th

July 11th-13th

August 8th-10th

September 12th-14th 

 

*FIRST STEP: Application Process is a one on one meeting with Tymi Howard Bender, either in person, or via email correspondence.

Once accepted,  payment of deposit will reserve your place. Please do not pay deposit, until acceptance has been approved. 

 Please email tymi.howard@gmail.com | SUBJECT LINE: 300 Hour YTT APPLICATION. 

What to Expect:

Tymi presents yoga teacher trainings unlike any others, taking your practice beyond the asana and carrying you deep into the philosophy, history,

and spirituality of your yoga journey.

The Manifest Yoga Teacher Training approach will not only enhance your physical practice, but you will also receive a deep understanding of “off the mat” subjects in the ancient sciences of yoga and holistic modalities, such as Ayurveda, Yin Yoga, Myofascial / Trigger Point Release, Thai Assisted Yoga, Acupressure, Nutrition, Music, Psychotherapy and more, as they apply in today’s modern world. You will also deep dive into the business and marketing aspects of all things yoga. Discover your niche and special skill set in the world of yoga, and how to create workshops, specialty classes and trainings from a place of authenticity and professionalism. 

At the end of the training, you will qualify for a 500 hour RYT accreditation by Yoga Alliance.

FINANCIAL COMMITMENT:

Non-Refundable Deposit: $300 *reserves spot once accepted. 

Tuition Option 1: Pay in full 

$300 non-refundable deposit, 

plus $4,500 tuition. 

Tuition Option 2: Payment Plan.

Pay $300 non-refundable deposit 

plus 10 monthly payments of $500. (Financed $5000) 

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING (YTT) FEES: All Registration Fees, Deposits, Session Fees or Pre-paid training fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

*RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CLASS PACKAGES or MEMBERSHIPS for 1 YEAR at JIY. (begins on the date you attend your first module)

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.

200 Hour Manifest Yoga Teacher Training
at James Island Yoga

in Charleston, South Carolina

January 10th – May 4th, 2025
5 Month / Weekend Option
with Tymi Howard and Guest Faculty

Program divided into Friday Evening, Saturday & Sunday Weekend Modules
STARTS: January 10th and meets two modules per month. (twice per month)
 Manifest Yoga 200 Hour Teacher Training Sessions:
 Friday 4:30-7:30pm | Saturday 10am-6pm | Sunday 10am-6pm
Meeting Dates:
January 10th-12th, January 24th – 26th, February 7th-9th, February 21st – 23rd, February 28th- March 2nd,
March 21st – 23rd, April 4th-6th, April 11th-13th, May 2nd – 4th
What to Expect

Step into your power, discover your purpose, and take your passion for yoga to the next level in the 200 Hour Manifest Yoga Teacher Training program led by Tymi Howard Bender. Tymi presents yoga teacher trainings unlike any others, taking your practice beyond the asana and carrying you deep into the philosophy, history, and spirituality of your yoga journey.

The Manifest Yoga Teacher Training approach will not only enhance your physical practice, but you will also receive a deep understanding of “off the mat” subjects in the ancient sciences of yoga and holistic modalities, such as Ayurveda, Yin Yoga, Myofascial / Trigger Point Release, Thai Assisted Yoga, Acupressure, Nutrition, Dance, Music, Psychotherapy and more, as they apply in today’s modern world.

A student who has completed the Manifest Yoga International program will leave with the knowledge, skills, and depth of understanding necessary to help others on their Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Mediation, and Pranayama journeys. At the end of the training, you will qualify for a 200-hour RYT accreditation by Yoga Alliance.

Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training will include (but is not limited to): Techniques, Training, and Practice, include asana, pranayama, meditation, instruction techniques, and guided practice.

Teaching Methodology, including teaching communication skills, group dynamics, time management, teaching boundaries, addressing students’ specific needs, teaching styles, demonstrating asanas, assists, and the business of yoga

Anatomy and Physiology, including the anatomy of breathing, human physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.), and may also include energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.), and its application to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns, etc.).

Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, and Ethics for Yoga Teachers, including yoga philosophies and traditional texts, such as the Yoga Sutras and Hatha Yoga Pradipika, yoga lifestyle, ethics for yoga teachers, and understanding the value of teaching yoga as a service and being of service.
Practice Teaching: Each trainee will have significant teaching as the lead instructor and will receive and give valuable feedback

*RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CLASS PACKAGES or MEMBERSHIPS during the YTT ONLY. 

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 Train

Tymi Howard

Owner / Director

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

After having been involved in a lifetime of fitness, playing competitive tennis in college and competing in triathlons for 18 years, Scott began practicing yoga seeking more balanc

Scott Temples

Guest Teacher

Polly Savoie Christy 800 Hour Advanced Certified Jivamukti Teacher and Master of Acupuncture. Practicing meditation since visiting a Theravada Buddhist monastery in Kyoto, Japan at

Polly Savoie Christy

Résident Teacher

Kateryna Panasovska is a dedicated yogi with over 500hr of teacher trainings under her belt. She took her first 200hrs in India at the Ayur-Yoga Eco Ashram in 2018 and went on to c

Kateryna Panasovska

Resident Teachers

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 Teachers

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

200 E-RYT

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

500 E-RYT, YACEP

Danielle Giovannone is a health and fitness enthusiast who has trained in all kinds of sports, martial arts, dance and yoga. Danielle is a 200 Hour RYT, who has also trained in Yi

Danielle Giovannone

200 RYT

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

200 ERYT

J. 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

J. Steven Willard

Resident Yoga Teacher

Kat has taught yoga for over 17 years using a unique style that builds strength and flexibility by focusing on alignment and slow flowing movement. An anatomy expert, Kat explains

Kat Hendrix

PhD, ERYT-500

Jessica has been saturated in the Charleston fitness and wellness community for over 20 years, the last 10 years she spent as a private personal strength and holistic fitness coach

Jessica Maria

Resident Teachers