A Journey of Growth, Self Discovery & Connection
200 HR Yoga Teacher Training
Empowering You to Teach with Heart and Wisdom
200 HR Yoga Teacher Training
Embark on a deeply transformative journey through our 200-hour yoga teacher training, grounded in the Ambassador Yoga curriculum and led by me, Donna K Freeman, here in St. Albert. This training invites you to deepen your personal practice, discover your unique voice, and share the gift of yoga in alignment with your values.
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Kickstart your yoga journey with our 200 HR training where you’ll build a strong foundation, grow your confidence, and learn to share yoga from the heart.
300 Hour Advanced YTT
Take your teaching to the next level with our 300 HR training that deepens your wisdom, sharpens your skills, and helps you craft classes that truly shine.
RCYT - Kids Yoga Certification
Bring the joy of yoga to kids and teens with our RCYT training that gives you creative tools, playful strategies, and confidence to make mindfulness fun and meaningful.
The Enligthened Life
- Explore the wisdom of yogic living: the Yamas & Niyamas (the “do’s and don’ts” of yoga), and the Eight-Limb Path. Through this module, you’ll learn how to thread these ancient teachings into your modern life and practice.
- You’ll gain a grounded lifestyle foundation, ethical clarity, and a richer relationship to yoga beyond the posture.
Required Reading: Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Anatomy of a Healthy Life
- Deep dive into anatomy, alignment, and breathwork. In this module you’ll explore classical asana, learn five powerful pranayama techniques, study bandhas, and discover how modern science and yogic traditions work hand-in-hand.
- You’ll gain confidence in teaching safe, effective movement; deeper understanding of how body, breath and mind interconnect; and tools to support diverse bodies in your classes.
Required Reading: Anatomy research studies
Finding Calm in the Age of Speed
- In this fast-paced world, this module is your invitation to slow, deepen, and restore. We’ll look at the energetic system (chakras), explore gentle & restorative movement, meditation, chant and yoga nidra. You’ll learn how to teach modifications and help students access calm, balance and presence.
- You’ll gain a toolkit for helping students (including you) shift from stress to rest, stillness to clarity, and doing to being.
Required Reading: Living Your Yoga by Judith Hanson Lasater
Past, Present & Future of Yoga
- This module invites you into the lineage and evolution of yoga, exploring its roots, modern expressions, and your unique contribution. Engage with ancient texts, practical applications, and strategies to build your yoga-teaching path with integrity and an open heart.
- You’ll gain the capacity to teach with reverence and relevance, to navigate your role as teacher with clarity and values, and to envision how you bring yoga into tomorrow’s world.
Required Reading: The Bhagavad Gita
Upcoming 200 HR YTT Training Dates
- Nov 1-2 & Dec 6-7, 2025 – Anatomy of a Healthy Life
- Feb 7-8 & March 7-8 2026 – Finding Calm in an Age of Speed
- April 4-5 & May 2-3, 2-26 – Past, Present & Future of Yoga
- July 4-5 & 11-12, 2026 – The Enlightened Life
- August 8-9 & 15-16, 2026 – Anatomy of a Healthy Life
- Sept 12-13 & Oct 3-4, 2026 – Finding Calm in an Age of Speed
- Nov 7-8 & Dec 5-6, 2026 – Past, Present & Future of Yoga
What Our Graduates Say
“The 200 HR training at Donna K Freeman transformed my practice and teaching skills. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive throughout the journey.”
Emily R.
Certified Yoga Instructor
“I gained not only a deeper understanding of yoga but also a community of like-minded individuals. Truly a life-changing experience!”
Michael T.
Wellness Coach
“The curriculum was comprehensive and engaging. I feel fully prepared to teach and inspire others on their yoga journey.”
Sophia L.
Yoga Enthusiast
FAQs
Explore answers to some of the most common questions about our wellness programs and services.
What is the focus of Donna K Freeman's teachings?
Donna K Freeman emphasizes a holistic approach to wellness through yoga, meditation, and mindfulness, aiming to enhance personal growth and well-being.
How can I enroll in a yoga teacher training course?
To enroll in our yoga teacher training courses, visit our ‘Courses’ page, select your desired program, and follow the enrollment instructions provided.
Are there any prerequisites for joining the training programs?
While prior yoga experience is beneficial, our programs are designed to accommodate all levels, encouraging both beginners and seasoned practitioners to join.
Your Instructors
Donna Freeman
Donna Freeman was first introduced to yoga in 1996 while living in Cape Town, South Africa, sparking a lifelong journey of transformation through yoga and mindfulness. For 30 years, these practices have shaped her life and work as she has taught everyone from infants to seniors, ages 6 weeks to 86 years, with curiosity, creativity, and a playful spirit. As the founder of Yoga In My School and author of "Once Upon a Pose", Donna leads trainings and workshops that encourage growth, connection, and joyful exploration of body, breath, and brain.<br />
Larissa Whiting
I'm Larissa Whiting, studio owner and head unicorn at Lahari Yoga Ltd. in beautiful St. Albert, Alberta. My arms-open-wide passion is yoga! I believe heart and soul that you will improve your general health and wellbeing with the therapeutic benefitrs has to offer!</p> <p>Both the nurse and the yogi in me loves the science behind why yoga feels so good, why it works to promote health, improve your wellbeing, and relieve stress. Yoga also supports longevity, weight loss, strength building, and helps manage anxiety and depression.