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Approach to Teacher Training

Apply For the Fall 2026 Teacher Training Program

Certification is the Outcome, Not the Purpose

Many teacher training programs are structured to move students through a fixed curriculum as quickly as possible. While that approach can lead to certification, it often leaves little room for the slower process of: 

  • Developing a personal practice

  • Understanding the philosophy behind the teachings

  • Learning how to guide others with clarity and responsibility

Our program approaches teacher training differently.

The program is built around disciplined practice, close mentorship, and sustained study so that teaching grows naturally from lived experience rather than simply completing the required hours.

Explore the program in detail →

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Inside the Yoga Teacher Training Program

This yoga teacher training program deepens a practitioner’s understanding of yoga and prepares them to guide others with confidence and integrity. Training includes posture, breath, meditation, anatomy, and traditional philosophy, along with the skills to observe bodies, communicate clearly, and teach safely. 

This program is built on a few core beliefs:

  • Teaching skills are developed through hands-on practice.
  • Students are given space to develop their authentic voice and discover the aspects of teaching that resonate most deeply with them.
  • Depth and quality matter more than quantity
  • Yoga is meant to be practiced in a community
  • Once you join Burning Wheel, you remain part of the family

While the program fulfills the requirements for a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification, its deeper purpose is learning to live the practice and allow teaching to emerge from it.

Learn more about the program → 

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Who Should Consider This Training 

This program is designed for practitioners who are ready for serious study and committed practice.  It requires discipline, personal accountability, and a willingness to examine yourself and your practice with honesty. 

This training program may be a strong fit for:

  • Students seeking more than a surface-level certification.
  • Curious humans ready to grow, connect, and practice authentically, even if teaching is not their end goal.
  •  Practitioners who value live guidance and real-time instruction.
  • Certified teachers who feel underprepared and want to deepen their foundation.
  • Prior teaching experience or certification is not required to apply or participate in this program.  

For those who feel that call, the training becomes far more than a course. It becomes a continuation of the path. 

Read the FAQ for more details → 

Hear From Past Graduates

Watch the video to hear from past students who completed the Burning Wheel Teacher Training and how the
program shaped their practice, confidence, and teaching journey.

 

More Than a Certification—Here’s Why

subscribe-page-icons Learn to Teach Through Practice

From the beginning of the program, trainees begin practicing the role of teacher.

Teaching is not saved for the final weeks of the training. Students gradually learn to guide postures, communicate clearly, and hold space in the room through repetition, feedback, and observation.

Confidence develops through practice. 
9-1 Our “Come Back Anytime” Policy

Our commitment doesn’t end when the training does. With our come-back-anytime policy, you're always welcome to retake modules, refresh your practice, and reconnect with the community—for free.

This makes it not only the last 200-hour training you’ll ever need, but a lifelong resource for growth and belonging. Because once you're in the circle, you're family.
10-1 Depth Over Quantity

This program isn’t built for mass production—it’s built to help you become the teacher you’re meant to be.

Our experienced instructors, grounded in asana, philosophy, trauma-informed teaching, and personal development, will guide you through a profound journey that honors yoga’s roots while meeting the realities of modern life. You’ll leave not only certified, but changed.
subscribe-page-icons (1) Mind, Body & Real Life Instruction

Jordan Lashley, Burning Wheel founder and philosophy educator, brings depth, humor, and years of dedicated study to the history and spirit of yoga. Monique Allen, our resident anatomy and movement maven, makes the body make sense—safely, accessibly, and beautifully.

Together they provide a well-rounded education grounded in both wisdom and practical know-how, along with direct access to two seasoned entrepreneurs who share the real-world strategies and insights behind their successful businesses. 
20 Discover Your Voice as a Teacher

Not every teacher expresses yoga in the same way. 

Whether your passion lies in meditation, philosophy, sequencing, chanting, or hands-on assists, we’re here to help you discover your niche and grow it.

You’ll be encouraged to explore, reflect, and evolve—not fit a mold.
subscribe-page-icons (2) The Work Happens Live

All training sessions are conducted live and interactively because we believe yoga is meant to be practiced together. The community you’ll find here isn’t an afterthought—it’s the heart of the experience.

We understand that life can be unpredictable, so all online sessions are recorded. Still, we ask for genuine commitment, because the magic’s in showing up.

Program Details At A Glance

Our next teacher training begins in October 2026 and runs through March 2027, offering a structured path for students ready to deepen their practice and step into teaching. The program combines three Thursday evening online sessions each month with one in-person training weekend per month. Online sessions focus on philosophy, methodology, and teaching principles, while the monthly weekends provide hands-on practice, posture work, and live teaching experience.

  • Start Date: October 2026 - March 2027 (exact dates coming soon)

  • Online: 3 Thursday evenings per month

  • In Person: 1 weekend per month

  • Location: Burning Wheel Yoga School, 120 N. Meadows Rd. Medfield, MA 02052

  • Certification: 200-Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher 

  • Tuition: The program cost is $3,997.
    A $500 deposit is required by August 31, 2026. The balance must be paid in full by September     30, 2026.     

  • Explore program details

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Become the Teacher You Were Meant to Be

Spots are limited to only 12 students. Lock in your place! Apply today.
Apply Here

Meet Your Instructors

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Jordan Lashley, founder of Burning Wheel Yoga School and lead instructor, offers a deeply informed and accessible approach to the study of yoga's roots. With decades of experience in philosophy, meditation, and mantra, he brings clarity, depth, and a grounded sense of humor to the often complex world of yogic tradition.
Learn more about Jordan here...

Monique Allen, lead instructor at Burning Wheel, brings expertise in anatomy and functional movement, guiding students to understand the body in a way that is both intelligent and compassionate. Her approach is rooted in safety, accessibility, and respect for individual experience. Learn more about Monique here…

Teacher Training Program Details & FAQ

Who is this program for?

—  Aspiring teachers who want more than a surface-level certification.

—  Students who are hungry for a deep, meaningful connection to yoga’s roots.

—  Practitioners who want real-time guidance, not pre-recorded screens.

—  Curious humans who are ready to grow, connect, and show up authentically.

—  Certified teachers who feel underprepared and want to deepen their foundation—we’ll honor your past training with a token of $200 off early bird tuition when you present your certification and commit to the full program. We know that feeling unready can be disheartening, and we’re here to help you feel whole in your practice and confident in your teaching.

*Prior teaching experience or certification is not required to apply or participate in this program. 
Live via Zoom Training Session Dates & Times

—  Online Thursdays (Live via Zoom)

—  3 Thursday evenings each month: 6:00 – 9:00 PM

—  3 hours/week × 3 weeks/month × 6 months = 54 total hours online

Thursday evening dates: coming soon!
In-Person Weekend Immersions

(One Weekend/Month)

—  Saturdays: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (8 hrs)

—  Sundays: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (8 hrs)

16 hrs/month × 6 months = 96 total in-person hours

Weekend Dates: coming soon!
Additional Program Requirements

Required Reading

—  Self-paced study = 45 hours

Class Observations

—  Observe 4 different teachers’ classes = 5 hours

Total Program Hours = 200

Blending in-depth training, hands-on experience, and community connection to prepare you for the path of teaching with confidence and authenticity.
Program Tuition

The full program price is $3,997, and a $500 deposit is required by August 31, 2026. The balance must be paid in full by September 30, 2026.

Please Note: Submitting a deposit does not guarantee admission into the program. If you are not accepted, your deposit will be fully refunded. However, if you choose to withdraw, the deposit is non-refundable.

Enrollment is limited to 12 students.
Enrollment Process

 To join this intimate, high-impact training (limited to just 12 students), please complete the following steps:

01 FILL OUT THE APPLICATION
Share a bit about yourself and your intentions for joining the program. The application form can be found here.

02 SUBMIT AN AUDIO RECORDING

Record yourself reading Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss. This helps us get a feel for your presence, energy, and communication style. After payment and filling out the application, send your recording to: jordan@burningwheelyoga.com.

03 PAYMENT
Submit a $500 deposit by August 31, 2026, and pay the remaining $3,497 by September 30, 2026 (total: $3,997).

Spots are limited to ONLY 12 STUDENTS, so we encourage you to apply early to be considered.

Apply Today!