Fall 2026 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
September 9 - November 18, 2026
A Deeper
Yoga Education
AN EXPLORATION OF PRACTICE & SELF
The River Yoga’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is an immersive exploration of the practice, philosophy, anatomy, energetics, ethics, and business of yoga.
Designed for aspiring teachers and dedicated students alike, this training offers a deeper understanding of yoga, expanded self-awareness, and the tools to confidently lead safe, intentional vinyasa classes.
Graduates will leave with a well-rounded foundation in yoga and the requirements needed for 200-hour certification through Yoga Alliance.
The Details
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September 9 – November 18, 2026
Our Fall 2026 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is a fully in-person experience designed for those seeking a deep and grounded exploration of yoga practice, teaching, and self-study.
Training takes place across weekday evenings and immersive weekends, allowing students to integrate their studies into daily life while building meaningful community and embodied understanding.
Location: The River Yoga, 5 Points - 2590 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205
Wednesday Evenings: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
September 9
September 16
September 23
September 30
October 7
October 14
October 21
October 28
November 4
November 11
November 18
Weekend Intensives: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
September 12–13
September 26–27
October 10–11
October 24–25
November 7–8
November 14–15
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The River 200 Hour offers a well-rounded and immersive training experience through lecture, discussion, practical application, and experiential learning. This program is designed to both support and challenge you, meeting a range of learning styles while guiding you deeper into the practice.
Our intention is not only that you can skillfully lead a 60 minute Vinyasa class, but that you do so in your own voice. We emphasize clear and accessible cueing, inclusive language, and thoughtful modifications so every student feels supported in their experience.
Rooted in tradition and responsive to the present, this training weaves together philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, and personal development. You will gain a grounded understanding of yoga’s origins while exploring how these teachings can be applied in a modern and evolving context.
Since 2013, The River has led multiple teacher trainings each year alongside a wide range of continuing education programs. Our leadership team brings depth of experience, care, and intention to every aspect of the training, creating a space for meaningful learning, growth, and connection.
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Lineage, Philosophy and Context
Develop a foundational understanding of yoga’s history, lineage and philosophical roots, and how these teachings have evolved into modern practice
Explore the cultural context of yoga and learn to practice and teach with awareness, respect and integrity
Integrate the principles of the Eight Limbs of Yoga into both personal practice and teaching
Teaching Methodology and Class Design
Learn how to build and teach a well rounded Vinyasa yoga sequence
Create intentional class structures rooted in an energetic arc
Adapt and expand sequences safely, integrating new postures with clarity and purpose
Craft thoughtful class themes that support and deepen the student experience
Voice, Presence and Facilitation
Develop your authentic voice as a teacher and lead with clarity and confidence
Deliver clear and accessible cues that meet students where they are
Receive public speaking coaching and feedback to support your growth as a facilitator
Anatomy, Alignment and Application
Understand and communicate the anatomical foundations of each posture
Use props, as well as verbal and hands on assists, to meaningfully support students on the mat
Accessibility, Adaptation and Inclusive Teaching
Modify practices to support a wide range of bodies and lived experiences, including pre and postnatal students, differently abled practitioners and diverse populations
Adapt your teaching in real time to meet the needs of the room
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Tuition and Investment: $3,400
Early Bird Offer: Receive $250 off tuition when you enroll by July 31st 2026
Tuition includes unlimited yoga at The River for the duration of the training. If you are an active member, your membership will be paused during this time. You will also receive a comprehensive training manual to support your learning throughout the program.
Payment can be made in full or through a payment plan, billed every 30 days. All tuition must be paid in full by the final day of training.
Refund Policy
Students who are not accepted into the training will receive a full refund of any tuition paid. All purchases are final after 72 hours. If a refund is requested within 72 hours of purchase, a $200 processing fee will be applied. After 72 hours, tuition is non-refundable. Funds may be transferred to a future training and must be used within two years of the original purchase date.
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To support a diverse and inclusive group of teachers, The River offers a limited number of partial scholarships for each training. Scholarships are awarded based on individual need and typically range from 10% to 50% off the total tuition.
To be considered, please submit your scholarship application alongside your training application by July 31st 2026
Eligibility
To be eligible for a scholarship, applicants:
Identify as belonging to a marginalized group such as racial minorities, LGBTQ community members, low income backgrounds, immigrants or refugees, and people with disabilities. Additional context can be shared in the application
Demonstrate financial need for tuition assistance in order to participate in the program
Show interest in and readiness for yoga teaching through personal practice, prior experience, or intention to teach in community
Are able to fully participate in the complete 200 hour training program
Timeline
July 31st — Scholarship applications close
August 14th — Recipients notified via email
Information Sessions
Meet the instructors, learn more about the training, and ask any questions you may have
Free In Person Info Session • Wednesday, August 05 • 1:15–1:45 PM MT • Sign Up Here
Free Zoom Info Session • Tuesday, August 18 • 6:00–6:30 PM MT • Sign Up Here
Free In Person Info Session • Friday, September 04 • 3:15–3:45 PM MT • Sign Up Here
MEET THE LEADS
Our training is led by seasoned facilitators who bring care, clarity, and depth to the program. They are here to support your growth, challenge you thoughtfully, and help you step into your voice as a teacher.
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Meghann Saige Volz (she/her) is a mountain goat at heart and was born and raised in Colorado. Through some of life’s most challenging moments, yoga provided Meghann a way to renew her spirit, teaching her grace, compassion, and deeper connection toward herself. Beyond positively impacting her physical body, the practice offered tools to support her spiritual, emotional, and mental wellbeing while aiding her healing journey.
Always a student and eager to continue learning and growing, Meghann is passionate about sharing the gifts yoga provides both on and off the mat. Her classes carry a vibrant yet grounding energy, rooted in authenticity and heartfelt connection. Blending mudras, mindful movement, and intentional space-holding, her teaching style encourages growth of both the physical and spiritual self with a balance of kindness and playful energy.
When not teaching yoga, you can usually find Megs exploring the outdoors — camping, mountain biking, swimming in alpine lakes, or simply soaking in a Colorado sunset.growing, she is excited to share the gifts that yoga provides both on and off the mat. Meghann's practices have a vibrant, grounding energy about them. Rooted in authenticity, her warm hearted style encourages growth of the physical and spiritual self. Weaving mudras into a heartfelt space of interconnection, her style has the perfect blend of kind and playful energy. When not at yoga you can catch Megs roaming wild in the outdoors. Spending time camping, mountain biking, swimming in mountain lakes or just taking in all the sunsets.
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Kurt Joyce (he/him) is a passionate movement and wellness professional with over 500 hours of yoga training. He uses movement as a way to foster a deeper connection to oneself and offers classes in Vinyasa, Yin, and Restorative Yoga, guiding curious individuals to align their physical and energetic bodies.
Kurt has a rich background in the yoga and wellness space, having served as a teacher, teacher trainer, studio operator, and always as a committed student. In addition to his teaching experience, he has worked as an executive within fitness and wellness studios for over 10 years, bringing a thoughtful and grounded approach to leadership, community building, and operations.
His teaching style can be described as informed, considerate, and intentional. Classes are designed to leave students feeling both present and challenged, blending various aspects of yoga with an emphasis on functional mobility. Outside of teaching, Kurt is a proud cat dad who enjoys dancing, spending time in nature, and connecting with his queer community.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, payment plans are available and can be split into up to three payments, spaced 30 days apart. All payments must be completed before the end of the program.
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A list of all recommended packing lists will be sent out to you about 1 month before departure.
Mats & props will be provided
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All deposits are non-refundable. No credit or refund is available if attendee cancels less than 90 days in advance, or if they do not show up, or leaves early for any reason.
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Training will be a big part of your life for these 20 days. That said, we will have opportunities for make up hours, but make up time costs $50/hour. We ask that trips and events work around the schedule rather than the opposite.
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Of course it’s ok! The River teacher training is a whole life experience. You will learn the confidence to speak powerfully in front of people. To convey the knowledge you learn and the knowledge that’s already in you. You will be in the best shape of your life, feel amazing and inspired. You will make life long friendships with your community and with yourself. You will shed layers, become even lighter and you can always teach later if you change your mind. Or not!
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A variety of experience levels is expected and appreciated in The River Teacher Training Program. Beginner students make great teachers as they have a fresh perspective and remember what it’s like to be new. No specific amount of yoga experience is required. Participants will practice yoga often to learn what each pose feels like in their bodies. In the last teacher training program we had students that had been practicing yoga anywhere from 6 months to 10 years.
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At the completion of The River teacher training, if all expectations of the training have been met, you will receive a 200 hour yoga certification for our program. Almost all studios, gyms, and other facilities offering yoga require a minimum of 200 hours of yoga teacher training. In that regard, you will absolutely be qualified. At The River, we are committed to not creating a teacher training factory line. We will invest in each and every participant.
Still have questions?
Reach out to hello@theriveryogadenver.com