200 Hour Yoga + Ayurveda Teacher Training

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN NASHVILLE TN

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The only yoga + Ayurveda

training in Nashville

200 Hour Yoga + Ayurveda Teacher Training begins January 16th, 2026

Certified by Yoga Alliance
Exclusive live, in-person instruction at NuPower Yoga
Limited capacity to ensure personalized attention and guidance
Convenient weekend intensive structure
Small group mentorship with an experienced teacher trainer
Nashville’s only opportunity to learn the foundations of both yoga teaching and Ayurveda in one training

200 HOUR YOGA + AYURVEDA TEACHER TRAINING

We know that your evolution into becoming a unique, confident teacher begins with your own self-study. That’s why YOU, as a student, a human, and a unique individual, are at the center of this training. Whether you intend to teach or not, a yoga teacher training is one of the absolute best growth opportunities you can ever gift yourself.

Yoga

Our 200 Hour training is more than an education in asana. We take a deep inquiry into all eight limbs of the yogic path, including yoga sutras, an intro to Sankhya philosophy, and the personal reflections that go along with it. You’ll leave knowing not only so much more about yoga, but even more about who you are.

The eight limbed path, including asana, yama, niyama, pranayama and meditation
Principles of alignment for all asana categories, including inversions
The language of teaching, guiding, and adjustments
Hands-on assists
Sequencing vinyasa, restorative, and hatha yoga classes
Anatomy, both physical and subtle body
Tons of practice, learning, fun and deepening of your study

Your Future Self Will Thank You

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Ayurveda, yoga’s “sister science”

Yoga is the science of spirituality and the mind, while Ayurveda is actually the science of life and the body. In this training, you’ll begin (or continue!) to incorporate the brilliance of Ayurveda into your own life and teaching.

What is Ayurveda? We’ll start at the beginning with Ayurveda’s origins all the way to its modern day applications
The tridoshas. Investigate how vata, pitta, and kapha show up in YOU and how you can incorporate that knowledge into your practice and teaching
Seasonality and the flow of time. Rooted in nature, Ayurveda can illuminate a new way to look at the flow of the day, the year, and your life. You’ll learn how to incorporate seasonal rituals and appropriate adjustments.
Foods and herbal medicines. No discussion of Ayurveda is complete without food! We’ll introduce the six tastes and foundational herbal medicines for your personal exploration.

Meet Leah

LEAH KAPLAN, CYT 500, CAS

Leah founded Thunderbolt Ayurveda, a private clinical Ayurvedic practice, in Nashville, TN, in 2014. In addition to over a decade of clinical Ayurvedic experience, Leah completed 500 hours of training with YogaWorks and has been teaching yoga since 2012.

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WHAT OUR PAST STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY

I am so glad I made the choice to do this training. I feel so lucky to have gotten to learn from you. I will take these tools and teachings and continue to learn and grow from them.I couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much.

- M.D.
I deepened my understanding of yoga philosophy, subtle anatomy, gross anatomy, advanced sequencing, Ayurveda, assists, and more! I feel much more spacious, curious, confident, and capable. This experience has helped me get out of my head and more into my body and my heart. I’m so grateful for this experience!!

- E.C.
It was such an honor and privilege to learn from [this YTT]. This truly felt like a once in a lifetime opportunity that I am so thankful I said yes to. I was challenged in all the ways I needed to grow and nurtured in all the ways I needed to.

- M.A.

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200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING SCHEDULE

WEEKEND INTENSIVE SCHEDULE

Fridays 5-8pm

Saturdays 8am-6pm

Sundays 9am-5pm

PROGRAM FACULTY

Leah Kaplan, CYT-500, Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, Founder - Thunderbolt Ayurveda
Ellen Crouch, CYT-800, Lead Assistant

GUEST TEACHERS

Linda Fenelon, ERYT-500, Founder - NuPower Yoga + Barre

PROGRAM MENTORS

An experienced group of amazing teachers

WEEKEND INTENSIVES | JAN - MAY 2026

WEEKEND 1 | JANUARY 16-18

WEEKEND 2 | JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 1

WEEKEND 3 | FEBRUARY 13-15

WEEKEND 4 | FEBRUARY 27-29

WEEKEND 5 | MARCH 20-22

WEEKEND 6 | APRIL 10-12

WEEKEND 7 | MAY 1-3

WEEKEND 8 | MAY 15-17

WEEKEND 9 | MAY 29-31

All sessions take place in-person at NuPower Yoga + Barre. Schedule subject to change!

PROGRAM POLICIES

Attendance at all modules is necessary. Exceptions may be made at the faculty’s discretion and the time made up at the student’s cost.
A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of all modules, assignments, final exam, and full payment of tuition.
NuPower Yoga + Barre is an inclusive environment, welcoming to all people. Come as you are and treat others the same.

Required Texts

(And one film!)

The cover image of the book Yamas & Niyamas by Deborah Adele

Cover of Yoga of the Subtle Body by Tias Little

What you can expect

Nine in-person intensive weekends led by Leah Kaplan and incredible guest teachers
1 X month small group mentor sessions with an experienced and compassionate mentor
Complimentary access to all NuPower classes during training weekends
Reduced monthly membership for all other classes
A mindful combination of reading, discussion, visual guides and on-the-mat training to address all learning styles
An incredible community of fellow students and teachers to uplift, support, challenge and guide you towards your full potential

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I feel like I learned more than I could have imagined, and the community was inviting, kind, and uplifting. I'm amazed at how many topics we covered while still going deep into all of them. I had a chance to explore being a teacher for the first time, and I felt like everyone was accepting of where I was starting while giving me great support in learning something new. I felt comfortable practice teaching even when I was scared to try. Participating in YTT gave me new ideas on how to live meaningfully during our short time on this earth. I am pleased to have developed my teaching skills with the very best teachers and so many talented peers. I couldn't have asked for a better way to learn. I will keep with me the love and support, my teaching voice and knowledge, and the attitude that I can do what's important to me even if I have to do it scared. - L.O.