Is Yoga Teacher Training Worth It? Honest Answers from Graduates

If you’ve been considering a 200-hour yoga teacher training (YTT), you’ve probably asked yourself: “Is it really worth the time, money, and energy?”

The short answer: Yes—if you choose the right program for your goals.

Here’s an honest look at the benefits (and realities) of yoga teacher training, with insights from our graduates.

🌿 Beyond Certification: Personal Transformation

Many students join YTT not to teach, but to deepen their practice and reconnect with themselves. Graduates often describe it as:

• A reset for mind and body

• A chance to build confidence and resilience

• A time of self-reflection and growth

One alum put it best: “I came for the yoga, but I left with a whole new perspective on life.”

🧘 Career Opportunities: Teaching Yoga

If teaching is your goal, YTT opens the door to:

• Leading classes in studios, gyms, or community spaces

• Hosting online classes or workshops

• Specializing in areas like Yin, Prenatal, or Restorative Yoga

• Building retreats or wellness offerings

It’s not always an instant full-time career, but many grads supplement their income or even create thriving yoga businesses.

💸 Is the Investment Worth It?

Yes, yoga teacher training is an investment—but one that pays off in ways beyond money.

Consider what’s included:

• Tuition, meals, and housing (in most retreat-style programs)

• A Yoga Alliance–approved certification

• A supportive community of peers and mentors

And don’t forget the priceless part: the tools and confidence you’ll carry for life.

⚖️ The Honest Truth

• It’s intense. YTT compresses years of yoga study into a few weeks. Be ready to work hard and stay open.

• It’s not just poses. Expect philosophy, anatomy, breathwork, and lifestyle practices that go way deeper than asana.

• It’s life-changing. Whether you teach or not, you’ll leave with practices and perspectives that ripple into every area of life.

✨ Final Thoughts

So, is yoga teacher training worth it?If you’re curious, committed, and ready to step into a transformational experience—the answer is absolutely.

At Kootenay Yoga School, our graduates consistently tell us their YTT was one of the best investments they’ve ever made, both personally and professionally.

👉 See upcoming trainings and read alumni stories here https://www.kootenayyogaschool.com/testimonials