Why commit your time, energy and resources to be part of Second Side Yoga teacher training? 

You know the answer already. A worthwhile and practical training program that matters.

Jonas (foundation in Precision Vinyasa and Ashtanga) and Paula (Iyengar) combined have taught yoga for over 50 years to various groups of students and teachers.

What makes our training program unique is our practical approach while covering all necessities including yoga theory, ethics, anatomy, business. We also focus heavily on practice teaching and assisting/adjusting that prepares you thoroughly.

Upon completion, you will have confidence and knowledge to teach a class, deepened knowledge and renewed love for yoga.

While we feel we offer one of the most comprehensive programs and are committed to helping you where you want to go, our program is not for a faint of heart, only join us if you want the result.

Jonas Park: Master of Science, RYT, Ashtanga teacher certification (from Tim Miller/Ashtanga Yoga Center), Ashtanga Intensive with David Swenson,  freelance art director for Bergdorf Goodman/Neiman Marcus

Paula Weithman: Master of Education, Master of Counseling, Intermediate Junior Iyengar certification, Namaste International certification (500hr), RYT (500hr), twice voted “Best Private Yoga Instructor” (D magazine)

Gillian Haworth : 500 RYT - 200 hour Hatha and Vinyasa and 300 hour Advanced Vinyasa and Ashtanga. 50 hour Yin and Sound Healing certified. Teaching certificate from Wendy Boyce Sunstoneyoga, Jonas Park Second Side Yoga and Liz Rehman.

Dana Fisher: Masters/Undergraduate in Biomedical Engineering and Public Health, 500hr RYT (300hr with Jonas Park of Second Side Yoga and 200hr with Authentic Movements), 20+ years dance and movement experience, 15+ years math and science education at the high school and collegiate level. Passionate about movement, biomechanics, and intentional sequencing.

Edward Neill: Professor of Gross Anatomy at Parker University, Doctorate of Chiropractic, manages sports-related injuries at Texas Body Clinic, began practicing Ashtanga at 16 years old.

To help you choose which program is right for you, below is what is included in each program: 

200 HR YTT “Going to College” (Ocotber 5- January 26)

• Yoga History

• Yoga Theory

• Yoga Ethics

• Creative and logical   Sequencing Workshop

• Learn to cue precisely

• 2 teaching 

• You will be equipped to be able to teach a solid class and also ace an audition

• Learn Hands on Assist with our Adjustment Module I

• Intro to Anatomy I

• Iyengar Yoga Workshop with Paula Weithman 

• Sanskrit Workshop with International Sanskrit Scholar    Manorama 

• Success Story of former YTT Alum to share their sequencing and the secret to building a successful following

• Breathwork

• Meditation 

• Professional photoshoot by Jonas

• Free yoga membership during the training period

• Intro to Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series

• Learn to chant mantra

• Learn to make a music playlist

• Social Media Strategy

• Learn to build a community

• Learn to take better photos

300 HR YTT* “Getting your Masters” (October 5- February 2/23)

Everything included in 200 HR plus

• 3 Practice teaching

• Advanced Sequencing Workshop

• Anatomy II

• Learn to mirror when demoing

• Learn to count in Sanskrit 

• Learn Sanskrit names of poses

• Hands on Assist for advanced asanas- Adjustment Module II

• Investigation on Yoga injury

• Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Workshop

• Overview of the business of Yoga

• Learn to host your own Yoga Retreats and Teacher Training

• Learn how to open a yoga studio

*300 HR is for those who have completed the 200 HR training already..

500 HR YTT* “Getting your Extended Master’s” (October 5- 5/25)

Everything included in 200 HR and 300HR plus

• Private Mentorship with Jonas

• Introduction to Thai Bodywork

• Elective Intro to Plant Medicine (History and Theory)

• Deeper exploration of your specific field of study (i.e., theory, body work, advanced adjustment, yoga therapy etc.)

• 5 practice teaching (one main, and one optional different style)

• In depth knowledge of how to put together Yoga Retreats and Teacher Training

• Two sessions of professional photoshoot by Jonas

• Intro to  Ashtanga Yoga Intermediate Series

*As long as you have a competent yoga practice and love for students, everyone is eligible to take 500HR.

200 hr YTT (YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFIED)

for those who have never taken YTT before and would like to get certified

(Sat & Sun 10 am - 6 pm with 1-2 weekends off per month)

starting 10/5 ending 1/19

Investment $3150

If not paying in full, $500 deposit is required with your application. Balance of $2,650 is due by September 5th. Payment Plan available.

300 hr YTT (YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFIED)

for those who already have their 200 hr and want to deepen their knowledge and skills

(Sat & Sun 10 am - 6 pm with 1-2 weekends off per month)

starting 10/5 ending 2/16

Investment $4300

If not paying in full, $700 deposit is required with your application. Balance of $3600 is due by September 5th. Payment Plan available.

500 hr YTT (200 hr + 300 hr combined) (YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFIED)

for those who would like to do a comprehensive training at a discounted price with all workshops included

(Sat & Sun 10 am - 6 pm with 1-2 weekends off per month)

starting 10/5 ending 5/25

Investment: $5400

If not paying in full, $1000 deposit is required with your application. Balance of $4400 is due by September 5th. Payment Plan available.

YTT Class Schedule*:

OCTOBER

Saturday 10/5 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 10/6 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 10/12 10 am - 6 pm IYENGAR WORKSHOP WITH PAULA WEITHMAN **

Sunday 10/13 10 am - 6 pm IYENGAR WORKSHOP WITH PAULA WEITHMAN **

Saturday 10/19 10 am - 6 pm SEQUENCING WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 1 **

Sunday 10/20 10 am - 6 pm SEQUENCING WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 1 **

(Off Days Sat 10/26, Sun 10/27)

NOVEMBER

Saturday 11/2 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11/3 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 11/9 10 am - 6 pm ANATOMY WORKSHOP WITH DR. EDWARD NEILL **

Sunday 11/10 10 am - 6 pm ANATOMY WORKSHOP WITH DR. EDWARD NEILL **

Saturday 11/16 10 am - 6 pm ADJUSTMENT WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 1 **

Sunday 11/17 10 am - 6 pm ADJUSTMENT WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 1 **

(Off Days Sat 11/23, Sun 11/24, Sat 11/30, Sun 12/1)

DECEMBER

Saturday 12/7 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 12/8 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 12/14 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 12/15 10 am - 6 pm

(Off Days Sat 12/21, Sun 12/22, 12/28, Sun 12/29)

JANUARY

Saturday 1/4 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 1/5 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 1/11 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 1/12 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 1/18 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 1/19 10 am - 6 pm (200 hr YTT Graduation)

(Off Days Sat 1/25, Sun 1/26)

FEBRUARY

Saturday 2/1 10 am - 6 pm SEQUENCING WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 2 **

Sunday 2/2 10 am - 6 pm SEQUENCING WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 2 **

Saturday 2/8 10 am - 6 pm YIN & SOUND BATH WORKSHOP WITH GILLIAN HAWORTH **

Sunday 2/9 10 am - 6 pm YIN & SOUND BATH WORKSHOP WITH GILLIAN HAWORTH **

Saturday 2/15 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 2/16 10 am - 6 pm (300 hr YTT Graduation)

(Off Days Sat 2/22 and Sun 2/23)

MARCH

Saturday 3/1 10 am- 6 pm ADJUSTMENT WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 2 **

Sunday 3/2 10 am- 6 pm ADJUSTMENT WORKSHOP WITH JONAS MODULE 2 **

(Off Days Sat 3/8 and Sun 3/9)

Saturday 3/15 10 am- 6 pm

Sunday 3/16 10 am - 6 pm

(Off Days Sat 3/22 and Sun 3/23)

Saturday 3/29 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 3/30 10 am - 6 pm

APRIL

(Off Days Sat 3/5 and Sun 3/6 off)

Saturday 3/12 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 3/13 10 am - 6 pm

(Off Days Sat 3/19, Sun 3/20)

Saturday 3/26 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 3/27 10 am - 6 pm

MAY

(Off Days Sat 5/3 and Sun 5/4)

Saturday 5/10 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 5/11 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 5/17 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 5/18 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday 5/24 10 am - 6 pm

Sunday 5/25 10 am - 6 pm (500 hr YTT Graduation)

* Schedule, Workshop Line-Ups and Contents are subject to change

** "Practice teaching and other material coverage may occur between scheduled workshop sessions.

Outside study and extra reading required (Homework)

Makeup work will be given for missed sessions

Limited space available

Please contact Julia (310) 254-4386 with any questions or to arrange a payment plan.

Refund Policy: Deposit is non-refundable. Balance is 50% refundable up to September 5th.

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