With all that is happening in our world, a regular mindful practice such as yoga can offer us the insight to maintain a peaceful mind as we practice finding balance and harmony in the day-to-day busy-ness.

Our unique yoga teacher training is an immersive journey of yoga, mindfulness, and self-discovery. It has a strong emphasis on mindfulness to help you experience insights and attain a more peaceful and joyful life, not just on the mat but also off the mat in your daily life.

With a blend of personal practice, self-guided study, interactive workshops, group discussions, and practice teaching, our program will guide you to deepen your yoga and mindfulness practice and prepare you to be a yoga teacher. You will gain a deep understanding of asana, sequencing, yoga anatomy, philosophy, mindfulness, meditation, pranayama, and holistic wellness.

This training is created for both those who want to teach yoga and those who want to expand their knowledge and practice of yoga. Your practice and self-understanding will develop over the three-week training and give you all the tools, knowledge, and confidence in your journey as a life-long yoga practitioner and facilitator.

 

Who Is This Program For?

This training is for those who want to:

  • Expand their knowledge and practice of yoga

  • Teach yoga

  • Refresh their teaching skills (if already a yoga teacher)

  • Learn and grow with a supportive community of like-minded people

  • We welcome all levels of yoga practitioners

 

Dates

This training is held over three weeks from March 17 to April 5, 2025. The daily schedule is from 8:00am to 3:30pm.

Week 1: Monday, March 17 to Saturday, March 22, 2025 (6 days)
Week 2: Monday, March 24 to Saturday, March 29, 2025 (6 days)
Week 3: Monday, March 31 to Saturday, April 5, 2025 (6 days)

 

Daily Schedule

8:00am Yoga practice
9:30am Morning break
9:45am Yoga & mindfulness lecture
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Yoga anatomy & asana lab
2:15pm Afternoon break
3:00pm Teaching practicum
3:30pm Finish for the day

Location

Yoga Pod: 28, Thao Dien Street, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Yoga Pod in Thao Dien is a purpose-built studio, designed with the spirit of yoga in mind. With floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking a stunning green garden, Yoga Pod is a hidden treasure amidst the noise and chaos of Saigon. The practice really begins on the way to the studio. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Thao Dien’s streets, a winding path immerses you in the sights and sounds of the natural world.

What’s Included

  • A comprehensive course manual provided on the first day of training

  • Required reading materials

  • Daily vegeterian lunch at Om Vegetarian

  • 6-months access to saigon om Virtual Studio as preparation for the training

  • 50% off Yoga Pod 3-month or 6-month membership purchases

  • A 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate certified by saigon om

 

Investment

The investment for this training is 70 million VND.
A non-refundable 10 million VND deposit is required to secure your spot. The remaining balance is due February 17, 2025 (30 days before the training starts).

 

Make “your appointment with life”, come play with us and meet new friends on the path. You will gain insights into your true nature and the world around you.

 
 
 

Any questions? Please email Yoga Pod at info@yogapodsaigon.com

We’re always happy to hear from you

 
 
My 200-hour yoga teacher training was life-changing. I knew I would come out knowing how to structure a yoga class but I didn’t expect to be completely evolved as a person. The content was so thorough, professional & detailed but the best part was the personal insights, compassion and mindfulness that I received. I am forever changed in the best possible way - physically, emotionally and spiritually. Being fairly new to yoga I was so nervous about signing up but never once questioned my ability throughout the training. I felt very nurtured and comfortable. I don’t know that I’ll ever have enough words to express my full level of gratitude but please know that this YTT is transformational.
— Fiona
 
 

Course Curriculum

 

Week 1 (Module 1) : Understanding Yourself

This first module is about you.  We return to the foundation of your practice and begin anew to help you deepen your yoga practice; physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.  The practice might bring about pleasant feelings and unpleasant feelings. We’ll show you yoga and mindfulness tools to embrace or take care of these feelings, whatever they might be. 

Topics covered in this module:

  • What is yoga?

  • History of yoga

  • Yogic philosophy and how it applies to daily life

  • The 8 Limbs of Yoga

  • Ayurvedic constitution

  • Yoga anatomy & anatomical alignment

  • Methods of meditation

  • Mindfulness tools & practices

  • Pranayama (breathing meditation)

  • Introduction to Sanskrit, mantras & chanting

  • Daily sadhana (daily spiritual practice)

  • Template to create a yoga practice

Week 2 (Module 2) : Understanding Your Yoga & Mindfulness Practice

This module covers theories of yoga & mindfulness and how to incorporate them into your personal practice for a stronger inner you and a stronger practice.  

Topics covered include:

  • Your energetic bodies - Koshas, Vayus, Gunas, & Mudras

  • The Chakras

  • In-depth study of sun salutations

  • In-depth study of key yoga poses

  • Patanjali's yoga sutras

  • Women’s health: menstrual cycle awareness, fertility, menopause, and yoga practices to support all experiences of femininity throughout a woman’s life.

  • Causes of suffering and how to take care of suffering

  • How to practice self-reflection

  • Ingredients for a sustainable & successful yoga & mindfulness practice

 

Week 3 (Module 3) : The Art of Teaching Yoga

The focus of this module is to assist you with the “how’s” and “what’s” to share your practice and experience with your students. 

Topics covered include:

  • Practicing loving kindness & other good qualities as a teacher to empower your students

  • Tools to hold compassionate space and support your students on their yoga journey

  • Sequencing and teaching skills to craft and teach an intelligent, and insightful yoga class

  • How to find your authentic voice, teach from the heart, and understand what makes you unique as a teacher

  • How to create your teaching environment

  • The art of teaching with effective & intentional cueing, and teaching with inspiring themes

  • The art of adjustments/assists

  • Practice teaching from day one: teaching meditation, pranayama and yoga

  • The business of yoga and how to get started

  • How to promote your business with digital marketing

Overall Course Description: Yoga

  • Gain a better insight of your own physical yoga practice

  • Learn how to design your own daily/weekly/monthly organic practice to bring equilibrium and harmony into your life

  • Learn how to bring mindfulness into your yoga practice

  • Gain a better understanding of anatomical alignment, biomechanics & joint restrictions, and how to keep safe and free from injuries

  • Learn how to find your own teacher voice, carry yourself as a teacher and support/accommodate your students

  • Be prepared on how to provide hands-on assistance and adjustments

  • Learn how to guide students on their yoga & mindfulness journey

Overall Course Description: Mindfulness

  • Learn the art of living with awareness

  • Learn how to enjoy your breath, your steps, and the many wonders that each moment offers

  • Learn how to develop and deepen your mindfulness practice

  • Learn how to incorporate your mindful practice into your daily life

  • Learn how to take care of strong emotions and suffering

  • Learn how to be a compassionate teacher as a deep listener and teach with loving speech

 

Cancellation Policy

Life happens and we understand that you may need to cancel your attendance. Here is the cancellation policy.

  • If cancelled before March 3, 2025, 2 weeks prior to the training date: A full refund, minus a $100 USD processing & administration fee, will be issued.

  • There will be no refunds after March 3, 2025.

  • If the training is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, like a pandemic, you will receive a full refund.

 
saigon om’s Yoga Teacher Training was an absolute joy to embark on. The space Hang and Sarah held, and the community they inspired in our little sangha, made it possible for me to meet seemingly impossible challenges head on, in a space brimming with love and compassion. This training tested my limits, patience, breath, and fears from start to finish, but it was worth every minute. I truly recommend it to anyone yearning to crack themselves open and let their true light shine through.
— Sophie, Canada
saigon om’s Yoga Teacher Training provided by Hang and Sarah was a life changing opportunity for me. Each of the 3 modules was mindfully delivered and provided multiple opportunities for new yoga learning, growth, and development for not only the physical body, but the spirit and soul as well. Asana practice developed and refined from a foundation deeply rooted in mindfulness has enabled me to deepen both my yoga and meditation practices. I cannot thank Hang and Sarah enough for their personalized teaching styles and heartfelt practices, always filled with peace, love and joy!
— Deanna, Canada