UpDown Academy Teacher Training Programs
Alignment-focused yoga teacher certifications
Transform your practice into a sustainable teaching career
Alignment-focused yoga teacher certifications
Transform your practice into a sustainable teaching career
Education that prepares you to teach with confidence, safety, and authenticity
Learn to teach biomechanically sound movement that prevents injury and builds sustainable strength
Create inclusive, accessible classes with nervous system awareness and consent-based teaching
Graduate with teaching skills, marketing knowledge, and the confidence to build your yoga career
From foundational certification to advanced specializations
Next Cohort: Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
Comprehensive training combining anatomy, alignment-based sequencing, teaching methodology, pranayama, philosophy, and trauma-informed practices. Current cohort in progress—join the interest list for our next round.
Dates TBA • Waitlist Open
Learn to safely teach aerial yoga with confidence. Covers rigging safety protocols, beginner progressions, therapeutic applications, modifications for all bodies, and how to create accessible aerial sequences.
Custom Scheduling Available
Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) yoga certification for adventurous teachers. Learn water safety, board setup, sequencing for stability, and how to adapt vinyasa for the water. Perfect for teachers wanting to offer outdoor classes.
Available Now • Self-Paced + Live Components
Add wheel work to your teaching toolkit. Learn safe cueing, creative sequencing, therapeutic applications for backbends, hip openers, and core work. Includes manual, video library, and live practice teaching.
2026-2027 • Interest List Open
Advanced certification for experienced teachers (200hr YTT completion required). Deep dive into subtle body anatomy, advanced assists, therapeutic applications, specialty populations, and developing your unique teaching voice.
Flexible Scheduling
Bring UpDown Academy training to your studio or organization. Custom programs available for groups of 6+ students. We'll work with your schedule, space, and teaching focus to create bespoke training.
Amanda Q, CYT Level 3 • Founder of UpDown Academy
I've been teaching yoga for 15 years, but my real education came from the hundreds of students who trusted me with their bodies, their stories, and their growth. UpDown Academy exists because I believe teacher training should prepare you for the reality of teaching—not just the Instagram version.
You'll learn alignment principles that prevent injury. Trauma-informed language that creates safety. Sequencing that makes sense for real bodies. And the business skills to actually make a living doing this work.
My promise: You'll graduate confident in your teaching, clear on your voice, and ready to serve students safely and sustainably.
Comprehensive education + lifetime support
Digital and printed training manual covering anatomy, alignment cues, sequencing formulas, business templates, and teaching scripts. Yours to keep and reference forever.
Lifetime access to recorded lectures, pose breakdowns, and teaching demonstrations. Review anytime, anywhere as you build your teaching practice.
Multiple opportunities to teach real classes with constructive feedback. Graduate with actual teaching experience, not just theory.
Join our private graduate community for ongoing support, business advice, continuing education, and connection with fellow teachers.
Graduate with comprehensive teacher training certification. Our programs meet high educational standards and prepare you to teach with confidence and competence.
Need help with your first teaching job? Stuck on a sequence? Building your business? We're here for life—not just during training.
"Amanda doesn't just teach you poses—she teaches you how to teach. The alignment focus meant I graduated actually understanding anatomy, not just memorizing cues."
"The business and marketing training was game-changing. Within 3 months of graduating, I had my own studio classes and private clients. Worth every penny."
"I loved how trauma-informed the entire training was. Amanda created such a safe space to learn, make mistakes, and grow into my teaching voice."
No! You need a regular yoga practice (6+ months), but you don't need to be able to do handstands or splits. We'll meet you where you are and grow from there.
Programs vary. Currently, the 200hr YTT is primarily in-person with some online components. Yoga Wheel CEUs are hybrid (self-paced + live sessions). Contact us for specific program details.
Expect 200+ contact hours over several months, plus homework (reading, practice teaching, journaling). Most programs run weekends or intensive formats to accommodate working students.
Yes! Once you complete the program, you're certified to teach. We also help you with your first teaching opportunities and can guide you through registration with yoga organizations if you choose.
Yes, we understand teacher training is an investment. Payment plans are available for all programs. Details provided during the application process.
Perfect! Our Aerial, SUP, and Yoga Wheel trainings are designed for certified teachers wanting to expand their offerings. Most qualify for CEUs toward your continuing education requirements.
You'll graduate with a comprehensive 200-hour (or specialty) teacher training certification from UpDown Academy. Our programs meet high educational standards and prepare you to teach with confidence. Graduates are equipped to register with yoga organizations of their choice.
Apply now or schedule a free 20-minute call to discuss which program is right for you.
Ready to enroll or have questions? Fill out the form and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.
In-person programs held in Fort Worth, Texas
Hybrid & online options available for select programs
Step 1: Submit application form →
Step 2: We'll email you within 24 hours
Step 3: Schedule discovery call (20 min)
Step 4: Receive program details & enrollment info
Step 5: Secure your spot & begin your journey!