200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

AOY approach to teaching and curriculum development is time-tested, intentional, and designed to create real, lasting transformation.

Testimonials

“When I reflect on the six years I spent in Chapel Hill, one of the things I am most grateful for is how being there allowed me to be menotred by Heather. I was able to learn yoga and how to share yoga from the most knowledgable, kind hearted teachers I have every practiced with.

Heather’s warmth both welcomed and inspired. Her holistic understanding of yoga and her deep rooted knowledge of anatomy, fitness and health complement her powerful gift of teaching. Her light transcends in all her students and her classes.

After completing YTT with Heather, I immediately felt confident to share yoga with others. I also felt more confident and sure of who I am in general. I firmly believe YTT still shows up everyday in some form either on or off my mat.

I truly wish I could do it all over again, it is a blissful experience. YTT was one of the happiest and rewarding periods of my life. I simply loved it. Whether you go on to teach yoga or not; you will get more out of it than you could ever expect.”

— Maddie H.

“Heather single handedly changed my life. My entire world had just blown up and she suggested I go through YTT. I told her I had no interest in teaching yoga, I just wanted to practice. She encouraged me to do it for my mental health, to dive deep into my dark feelings. That decision was the start of my new life.

YTT brought me clarity, strength, peace, confidence, and so much knowledge. After a week of learning from Heather, absorbing her energy and passion for yoga, my mind started to think differently and I decided that I had to teach. 

Heather's incredible knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching yoga, the philosophy and anatomy, tied in with her ability to bring out the best in people makes her the ultimate mentor.

After graduating from YTT, I felt like a confident teacher ready to share yoga with the community. Heather has inspired me in so many ways and has had such a lasting impact on me, I will forever cherish being her student. There's no better gift you can give yourself.”

— Marta K.

“I never thought about being a yoga teacher until I heard one of my yoga teachers say, ‘One of my favorite things about being a yoga teacher is teaching other people how to become one’.  At that moment in Heather's power vinyasa class, I felt a shift. She didn't say it as a sales pitch but rather as a genuine comment she offers while guiding her students. 

Allowing Heather to guide my yoga teacher training shifted me in countless ways.  I learned how to deepen my own practice, skillfully offer technique to others, and most importantly recognize that becoming a yoga teacher is a process. 

Heather's ability to teach from her experience is conveyed in a way that makes learning from her sensible, relatable, and super rewarding.  While Heather has learned from some reputable, ‘famous’ yoga teachers, I say I have too!”

— Abbe S.

4-Week Yoga Teacher Training

March 2-April 5th 2026

MANDATORY Virtual Live Group Sessions

Morning Schedule: Mon - Thurs 6:00-7:00am

Evening Schedule: Tues + Thurs 6:30-8:30pm

MANDATORY In-Person Schedule

Sunday’s 12:15-4:15pm

1 Week Break

March 15-21st

AOY Yoga Teacher Training

To celebrate the launch of our first 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, we’re offering a special, one-time-only introductory price.

$2000

*Available now until March 1st

Meet Heather

Founder AOY, E-RYT® 500, YACEP® and Lead Teacher Trainer

She has a deep passion for teaching and has dedicated her life to understanding the mind–body connection. For over a decade, she has guided students through yoga teacher trainings from a wide range of backgrounds—including teachers, athletes, medical professionals, physical therapists, bodyworkers, and coaches—helping them blend modern yoga practices with traditional yogic wisdom to support both physical and mental well-being.

Her background includes:

  • 25 years of teaching experience

  • 20+ years teaching fitness

  • 20 years as a yoga practitioner

  • 15 years teaching yoga

  • 8 years teaching online classes and leading teacher trainings

  • E-RYT & YACEP certified

Most importantly, her intention is to ensure every student feels seen, supported, and truly educated throughout their yoga teacher training journey.

Meet Nimesha

RYT® 200, YACEP® and Assistant Teacher Trainer

She has cultivated a personal yoga practice for over a decade, using yoga as a tool for somatic healing and mental clarity. She is passionate about leveraging mind-body practices for self-discovery and community care.

Here's more about my background:

  • M.D-Ph.D candidate researching how the brain regulates emotion

  • Pursuing a career in psychiatry

  • Graduate level trained in anatomy, neuroscience, and psychology.

  • Over a decade as a yoga practitioner

  • E-RYT

Her intention is to guide practitioners out of their comfort zones and towards greater alignment between the yogic philosophies that inspire them and their personal/ teaching practice in a safe, supportive environment.

Testimonials

“Training with Heather Kasey has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my yoga journey. Her teaching is grounded and incredibly rich in depth and knowledge. She brings a presence that is steady enriching, and intuitively attuned to the heart of yoga, creating an environment where learning feels both expansive and deeply personal.

After toying with the idea for 20+ years, finally committing to this training felt like a lifelong dream realized. Heather made every moment worth the wait. Each session carried layers of insight and refection, offering not just instruction, but true wisdom that continues to unfold, even after completing this 200 hour training.

I would take this training again and again without hesitation. To study yoga with Heather is a gift, and anyone who steps into her space is fortunate to be guided by someone with depth, authenticity and heart.” 

— Lisa Z.

"Heather was the foundation to my YTT experience! She is so knowledgeable and passionate about all facets of yoga.

For someone like me, who was nervous and a bit daunted by the process, Heather was so unbelievably supportive and inspiring. She is a fantastic balance of challenging and nurturing, and truly pushed me to aspire to my potential as a yoga practitioner and instructor.

Heather's YTT program changed my life for the better and I would recommend it to anyone interested!" 

— Liv M.

“Training with Heather in YTT was truly a life-changing experience.

I left feeling confident I could teach yoga, I deepened my personal physical practice and knowledge of the asanas and anatomy, but most importantly to me, I became more connected to the spiritual and philosophical components of yoga that I feel like are often missing from studio cultures.

YTT demands vulnerability and honesty, and Heather created a space that made me feel comfortable to be both of those things!”

— Dominique E.

What You Will Learn

Sequencing & Curriculum

Sequencing Principles

  • Classic Frameworks 

  • Peak Pose Sequencing

  • The Master Sequencing Template

  • Well Balanced Sequencing

  • Sequencing for Each Pose Category

  • Keys to Exceptional Verbal Cueing

Yoga Philisophy

Fundamentals of Yoga Philosophy

  • Patanjali's Yoga Sutra

  • The Kleshas and the Vrittis

  • Timeline of Yoga

  • Essence of Hatha Yoga

  • The Subtle Body

  • Bandhas, Mudra, and Mantra

Yoga Anatomy

Why We Learn Anatomy

  • Best Practices & Pitfalls

  • Key Terminology

  • Spine & Core

  • The Breath

  • Feet, Legs, Knees, & Hips

  • Shoulders, Neck, & Upper Back

  • Active/Passive RoM and End Range Strength

Meditation, Breath & Restore Yoga

Why breath, meditation, and restorative yoga is important

  • Introduction to Meditation

  • Lovingkindness Meditation

  • Pranayama Practices: Kapalabhati, Ujaayi, Nadi Shodana

  • Yin Yoga

  • Restorative Yoga

The Asana

Yoga Pose Breakdowns & Deep Dives into the Poses of Each Postural Family:

  • Standing Postures

  • Sun Salutations

  • Backbends

  • Seated Forward Bends

  • Twists & Sidebends

  • Arm Balances & Inversions

The Business of Yoga

  • How Compensation Works

  • Operating an Independent Business

  • Finding Teaching Jobs

  • Nailing Your Teacher Audition

  • Developing a Student Base

  • Consistency, Reliability and Progression

  • Marketing and Social Media

FAQ

  • Attendance matters. Live sessions, both virtual and in person, are a vital part of building connection with your lead and assistant teachers and your YTT cohort. Each session is intentionally designed for interactive learning, yoga and breathwork practice, hands-on teaching experience, and curriculum-based coursework.

  • People choose to take yoga teacher training for many different reasons—some to teach yoga, some to deepen their personal practice, and others because they are navigating a major life transition. No matter your reason, there is a place for you here.

  • This program is for you if you have a passion for continuous learning, and a minimum of 6 months of consistent yoga practice. Our goal is to work closely with those who wish to become dedicated teachers to guarantee a high level of skill, confidence and competency upon graduating.

  • AOY understands and believes in the importance of creating an equitable and inclusive yoga space in our community. We have made a commitment to offering 1 scholarship per YTT.

    This scholarship is given to someone who is involved in their community and has a passion to learn and grow through yoga.

  • Payment Options

    Option 1: Paid in full


    Option 2: $500 deposit with the remaining balance paid in full


    Option 3: Three split payments of the full balance

    If none of the available payment options work for you, we are happy to collaborate with you to create a payment plan that best fits your financial situation and history.

    Refund Policy

    $500 Deposits are non-refundable.

    Cancellation Policy

    No refunds will be offered once the training begins.

Have Questions?

Contact Heather