Level II: Advanced Holistic Yoga Teacher Training with Dual Accreditation/Registration
Discover Yoga as a meaningful Career! You may join us for this level as a graduate from any RYS 200-hour program.
Whether you are looking to achieve your 300-Hour/ 500-Hour Yoga Alliance Certification or you are ready to become an Internationally Certified Yoga Therapist this level is for you!
At this stage, Yoga becomes a holistic, therapeutic and healing art. This 300 Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training, (and Level I of Yoga Therapy Certification) will allow you to be eligible to register as a 500-RYT with the Yoga Alliance.
This Level II program is part of the complete Purusha Yoga Therapy Certification/ Holistic Yoga Coaching Certification Program. All courses in this level give you credit toward your IAYT certification.
Get Educated With Our Holistic Approach Which Includes Eastern and Western Science, all 5 Koshas, and 8 Limbs.
Lifetime Access to Unlimited Practice Through Community Classes and Video on Demand
Personalized Mentoring and Individualized Attention Throughout Your 200 Hour Certification Process
Gain Excellence as a Student in an Award Winning school
Learn from Top Level Teachers that are experienced Yoga Therapists (IAYT, E-RYT 500, YACEP)
Enjoy Community that is Active, Thriving and Will Support You Along the Way and Well After Graduation
Join Small Cohorts that Enhance Participation, Friendships, and Rich Discussion
Be Accommodated: 100% Online, in Person or Hybrid Options.
Align With Values that Embrace Human Decency, Respect, Compassion, Empathy, Vulnerability, Kindness.
Our level II program has a dual accreditation component and is additionally the first part of the Yoga Therapy Certification Program.
Level II is an extremely valuable program because of how many individual certifications you will receive throughout the level II certification process.
When you are finished with all Level II *you will have gained multiple certifications within this program:
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Intro: Getting Started Level II
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Anatomy & Physiology for Yoga Professionals
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*Intro to Purusha Yoga Therapy & Holistic Yoga Coaching
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*Chakras & 5-Element Energy Healing Certification
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*Somatic Yoga & Expressive Arts Certification
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*Purusha Yoga Core & Pilates Certification
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Philosophy In Practice
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*Purusha Yin & Restorative Certification
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*Yogic Meditations and Guided Journeys Certification
Upon graduation from a Level I yoga teacher training most people find themselves ready to dive into the pool of classic yoga a bit deeper.
Level II includes opportunities to learn specialized skills that can be incorporated into your current classes and programs while also opening new doors to a greater number of students to serve from a wide variety of ages, stages, goals, and abilities.
Indulge yourself in new and emerging styles of this classic system that allow you to approach your growing profession as a blossoming art.
At this stage, Yoga becomes just that, a holistic and healing art, and you as the developing artist may choose what you wish to explore.
Our pedagogy is solidly established in the classic roots of Raja, Hatha, Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, and Tantra Yoga. Each of the key elements and Kriyas we hold most essential are explored and expressed with greater and greater depths and in more expansive ways within each course of study.
In these courses you will learn to meet your students where they are and as they are. You will continue to develop your ability to tap into your own inner resources and relationship to your true self as your ever-present source to serve others.
Throughout these courses, you will fine-tune your purpose and the people you wish to serve. This may change throughout your life, but it will always be held in the relationship to truth that you have nourished within.
You will be exposed to skills that enable you to create a therapeutic alliance that ensures a safe and effective space to work with individuals in a caring and professional way with equanimity and respect for all.
“Purusha Yoga’s teacher trainings have made a huge impact on my life; they have been personally and professionally transformative. Provided by deeply knowledgeable and supportive teachers, the program is comprehensive, well-rounded, and engaging on multiple levels – physical, emotional, intellectual, philosophical, spiritual. The name “Purusha” (true self) is absolutely apt. Students are encouraged to utilize the trainings to discover and forge their unique paths and offerings. In addition to being a solid training ground, the school also nurtures a strong sense of community. “
Dinorah
Level I, II, III Graduate
“This school has been a gift to my life. The program and community are warm and welcoming, with a true devotion to their students. I feel so grateful to have been a part of their programs.“
Lara
Level I, II & III Graduate
Faculty & Staff
Your course leaders are Master Teachers who have achieved one or more of the following:
- ERYT-500
- A certification in yoga therapy from the (IAYT)
- Continuing Education provider (YA, IAYT, other organization)
- 10,000 hours experience teaching and/or practicing their modality
- Specialized certification in their areas of expertise
- Advanced degree or education in their area of expertise
These practices have been passed on with love, respect and kindness for many generations. Yoga is a lineage that is alive and thriving through each new student. Your truth and experience will become your greatest gifts to give others.
“Purusha Yoga School is an unforgettable and life changing experience.I will always appreciate how diverse the community was, and how I made lifetime relationships. Highly recommend this school to anyone wanting to receive a supportive and prestigious yoga education.”
Stephanie
Level II Graduate
“Purusha, in a word, feels like home. A home in which anyone is welcome with warmth and understanding, no matter your ability, background or history with yoga. After recently completing the 200 Hour program I am 100% satisfied. I have been transformed, I have received so much more from the process than I expected, and am SO happy I chose to study under Joy Ravelli “
Alyssa H.
Level I & II Graduate
What Makes Purusha Level II Teacher Training Unique?
- EXPLORE: Deeper Learning and new exposure to specialized skills while obtaining separate specialized certifications in areas that are most sought after. These skills and modalities may be incorporated into your current classes and programs while also opening new doors to a greater number of students to serve from a wide variety of ages, stages, goals, and abilities. Each course is steeped in the foundation pedagogy of Pursuha Yoga Methods.
- DISCOVER: You will soon discover yoga as a healing art and yourself as a holistic yoga coach, guide and developing yoga therapist. You will begin to learn how to create a therapeutic alliance, lead professional level intakes, develop personalized programs, and lead holistic sessions for one on one clients and groups.
- EXPRESS: Express your own unique preferences and populations to work with by Choosing the modalities, populations and specific areas you wish to focus on with your first level of Yoga Therapy training with the freedom to select any 6 courses from our wide variety of world-class courses that are led by experienced, credentialed and highly educated experts.
- CONNECT: Connect to professional organizations with a higher level of expertise by Obtaining your RYT 500 hour certification, CEC’s and dual enrollment into Part I of Yoga Therapy Certification which will enable you to eventually achieve the highest level of yoga education as an International Association of Yoga Therapists certified professional.
- THRIVE: Manifest greater health and abundance by being a part of a strong community of fellow students, graduates, teachers and staff. You will receive personalized mentoring, and support along the way as well as opportunities that are specific to your growing desire to become a professional.
A Note From Our Founder
These practices have been passed on with love, respect and kindness for many generations. Yoga is a lineage that is alive and thriving through each new student. Your truth and experience will become your greatest gifts to give others. Teachers and students are always learning together.
“When the student is ready the teacher will appear.”- Classic quote, source unknown. Probably unknown because the teacher gave it away gracefully for when the student is really ready The teacher disappears. Your greatest teacher is within. It is our honor and privilege to shine a light on that wisdom and help it shine out into this world.
Are you ready to let your light shine on this world?
Join us! - Joy Ravelli
We have answers for your questions.
FAQ
Purusha's Holistic Yoga School in San Francisco, California has many paths to certifications no matter where you are in your certification process.
You can learn 100% Online, in person (San Francisco) or choose one of our hybrid options.
You can begin our Level II if you have completed your 200 hr YTT and have a certification
Our Level II coursework is also a place to explore our Holistic Yoga Therapy curriculum and counts towards your 500 Hr YTT certification
We are Yoga Alliance and IAYT accredited and approved
We offer online options to gain your certifications from anywhere in the world
Open enrollment is available for Level II and above