Create Power Level 1 (200hr) Yoga Teacher Training

Established 2014

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Create Power Yoga

200 Newport Ave, Rumford, RI 02916, USA

East Providence, RI

Upcoming Instances

In person

Sep 8 – Dec 20, 2026

3 months • 200 hours • $ 3450.0+

East Providence, RI, US

Led by

Petra Lehman

Level 3

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Purpose

Developing confident and effective instructors who are able to teach impactful yoga classes based on alignment, breath, and application of the yamas and niyamas.

What to expect

At Create Power Yoga, our yoga teacher training is a comprehensive training program that equips you to become a confident and effective instructor. From weekend one, you’ll engage in live teaching opportunities, develop key teaching techniques, and gain a strong understanding of pose alignment, class structure, and communication skills. Our in-person yoga teacher training emphasizes inclusivity and equity in yoga, functional movement, and practical teaching methods. By the end of the program, you will be prepared to lead students with authenticity and confidence, with communication and leaderships skills that will serve you both on and off the mat.

Style/Lineage

All Levels Power Yoga is a dynamic vinyasa-style flow based in Baron Baptiste Power Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga, heavily influenced by Baron Baptiste, Bryan Kest, and Stacy Dockin's alignment and breath-based teaching methods. Teaching methodology is based around this style, with philosophy, communication skills, and ethics applicable to any style of teaching. Our classes are open to all levels of practitioner and designed to help students build strength, bodily agency, and mental clarity.

Additional Information

While we do not require a certain length of yoga practice prior to training, to ensure that our trainees receive the the best possible experience we do have a few requirements for our trainees:

1. Be comfortable with and physically able to practice heated power yoga

2. Have a power yoga practice (this is a power yoga training)

3. Had a yoga practice long enough to be familiar with basic poses (not expertise, but familiarity)

4. Attend at least 5 hot power classes at Create Power Yoga so we know you understand the style you'll be trained in.

5. Be able to commit to our weekend training schedule as well as home study between training weekends

Core competencies

By the end of this program, graduates will be able to…

Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics	Explain the anatomy of breathing and effectively speak to the impact of breath on movement Identify all major joints and muscles of the body and describe each joint's position, joint type, and associated anatomical movements. Explain the isometric and eccentric muscular work of asanas and describe which muscles are engaged and which are released in all asanas in the curriculum Demonstrate the relationship between different asanas by describing physiological aspects on transitioning from pose to pose.
Yoga History & Theory	Explain the yamas and niyamas by identifying their sanskrit names and core principles, and demonstrate ability to apply the lessons and concepts to life off of the yoga mat Apply yoga philosophy, specifically atha, viveka, samskaras, abhyasa & vairagya, metta/maitri, pratyāhāra, swaraj and kaivalya and show ability to succinctly explain these core concepts, apply them to their own learning, and explain how we practice philosophy within an asana setting Discuss the foundations of the chakra and kosha subtle body systems listing their names, locations, energetic qualities, and discuss how they interact with the physical body Explain yoga philosophy - specifically the yamas and niyamas and show ability to succinctly explain these core concepts, apply them to their own learning, and explain how we practice philosophy within an asana setting
Practice Skills	Practice metta, chakra and dhyana meditation using the foundation of mbsr Demonstrate foundational pranayama practices from the curriculum including ujaii, shitali, dirga, 4-7-8 breathing, and the difference between abdominal and thoracic breathing using good posture, clear cuing, accurate breath counts, and appropriate pacing. Perform foundational yoga postures from the curriculum with good alignment, risk mitigation, and using props safely and effectively. Demonstrate foundational asana alignment using alignment and props in a way that is aligned for their own body Practice asana in a group-class setting and demonstrate understanding of the flow, cueing, and sequencing of a power yoga class within their own practice Practice asana in small groups and in a mysore style with trainers following instructors cueing and hands-on adjustments to express asana lignment, pacing, and breath in their own bodies
Teaching Skills	Teach a 1-hour power yoga class that includes all components (integration, sun salutations, strength postures, balance, backbends, inversions, hips and savasana) Demonstrate powerful transitions within sequencing by utilizing voice dynamics and clear cueing Cue ujaii and dirga pranayama emphasizing proper pacing, breath cues, and posture Cue posture, alignment, and sequencing using directive and active phrases Demonstrate ability to pace a class effectively while including all components, and starting and ending on time Demonstrate anatomical knowledge of asana work and alignment through cueing, visual demonstration, and adjustments to support porper posture and alignment for individual student Create space for students to build internal awareness and observation of self by skillfully offering options for silence and space throughout class as well as managing volume, tone, and pacing of voice/music Cue postures, transitions, and breath in a way that is well-paced, clear, and relevant for students Identify student needs and alignment and respond to them during class through demonstration, verbal cues, and props Demonstrate pose variations using proper alignment while utilizing spatial landmarks within the practice space for orientation and positioning oneself appropriately in the room to support student visibility and instructional clarity
Lifestyle & Ethics	Discuss kriya yoga by describing the process of goal-setting, intentional work, and reflection Discuss patanjali's 8 limbs of yoga by clearly defining each term, key concepts, and way to practice on and off the mat Discuss the practice of yoga from a socially responsible lens describing the difference between cultural appropriation vs appreciation, defining proximity to power, distinguishing between equity vs equality Apply techniques to help create equity for marginalized groups within classes and yoga spaces including ways to be inclusive in marketing and teaching.
Business Skills	Describe the logistics of teaching yoga for studios and other spaces including employment vs. independent contracting; tax filing; insurance; and yoga registries Write code of conduct including key ethical guidelines, guiding values, scope of practice, and professional responsibilities. Create a yoga bio and resume that clearly states certifications, education, and other relevant skills for use when applying for teaching positions.

AYC allows each school to state and evaluate the competencies each student acquires. Students rate how well the program delivered them.

Program Emphasis

Evaluation methods

Program evaluations

Graded Demonstration
Oral Exam
Written Exam
Graded Skill Demonstration
Direct Observation
Group Project Or Presentation
Written Submission

Quizzes are given throughout training to check knowledge and understanding. Group discussions are used throughout training to learn, observe students' understanding, and gain insight into varying perspectives. Practical evaluations include leading one 30-minute meditation, and one, one-hour, observed public class. Student must demonstrate skill and understanding of safe and effective sequencing, timing, breath and flow, transitions, correct anatomical cueing, and their ability to manage the class.

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At Create Power Yoga, Petra’s mission is simple but powerful: to create a space where students feel safe, supported, and empowered in their practice—where yoga isn’t about perfection, but about showing up, exploring, and building a deeper relationship with yourself.

Petra Lehman

Level 3

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East Providence, RI, US