Happy Warrior: A Unique Yoga Teacher Training That Goes Beyond The Mat

We’re excited to announce that enrollment is now open for our 2024-25 Happy Warrior® 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Yoga In Our City! If you’ve been thinking about deepening your yoga practice, becoming a certified yoga teacher, and making a meaningful impact in your community, this is your chance.

Why Join the Happy Warrior® Training?

The Happy Warrior® training program is not your average yoga teacher training. Here’s what sets it apart:

Empower, Inspire, Transform
Our program is designed to do more than just teach yoga poses. It empowers you to become a beacon of equity, service, and advocacy in your community. We aim to transform our trainees into leaders who can bring about positive change through the practice of yoga.
Blended Learning Experiences
With a blend of online and in-person sessions, our training offers flexibility and depth. You’ll attend Wednesday evening online classes and select Saturday in-person sessions, alternating between Hartford and New Haven. This format ensures you get the best of both worlds—convenience and community.
Community Focus
Our training is rooted in community wellness and leadership. Beyond earning a teaching certification, you’ll be joining a movement dedicated to making yoga accessible to everyone, promoting health equity, and fostering inclusive communities.

What Is a Happy Warrior?

The term “Happy Warrior” comes from a poem by William Wordsworth, describing someone who remains virtuous and optimistic even in difficult times. At Yoga In Our City, we’ve adopted this term to describe our graduates—leaders who are resilient, compassionate, and committed to social justice.

Happy Warriors are:

Leaders who give back to their community and view the world through a social justice lens.
Individuals who step up with the attitude to succeed for the greater good.
Advocates for equity and social justice, helping marginalized communities.
Resilient, overcoming obstacles with determination and strength.
Informed yoga instructors who make yoga accessible to all, both on and off the mat.

Hear from Our Graduates

Xiomara, a 2024 Happy Warrior graduate, shares:

“Choosing to complete the training and become a certified yoga instructor means I can bring the skills my community needs right to them. I can present my community with the healing gift that is yoga in a way that they’ll understand. Yoga has quite literally changed my life for the better and I want to honor that by sharing what I’ve learned. I’m aware there’s work to be done in the world and in our communities. As a Happy Warrior I boldly step forward to embrace my role one class at a time.”

Cindy, another 2024 graduate, reflected:

“The Happy Warrior training has empowered me to use yoga as a tool for healing and equity, strengthened my leadership skills, and reaffirmed my dedication to creating safe and nurturing spaces, especially for marginalized communities. By embodying the core values of a Happy Warrior—equity, service, and advocacy—I am better equipped to positively impact my community’s health and well-being.”

Core Details for the 2024-25 Training

Application Deadline: September 23, 2024
Training Dates: October 23, 2024 – May 25, 2025
Schedule: Wednesday Evenings Online & Select Saturdays In-Person
In-Person Locations: Alternating between Hartford and New Haven

Join the Happy Warrior Community

Are you ready to become a Happy Warrior? Our unique teacher training program will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead your community through yoga. Empower yourself, inspire others, and transform your community.

For more details, including financial aid, training schedule, faculty, and curriculum, visit our website.

Apply Today

Don’t miss your chance to join this transformative program. Spaces are limited, so apply soon to secure your spot!