Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is the course?
- How often do we meet for training?
- Will Yoga Teacher Training interfere with my normal schedule?
- What if I cannot attend a session?
- So the training is once a month?
- What times are the sessions?
- Have I missed the chance to start your training because I missed the first day of the program?
- I am worried I may miss a day of the program. Will this be a problem?
- How often do you offer each module?
- My life is too busy to commit to a six month program can I take longer to complete my certification?
- Do you take breaks during the class?
- I suffer from back pain. Will I be able to take the training?
- How much yoga experience do I have to have before I can begin Teacher's Training?
- Where is the location of the training classes?
- I am ready to start. How do I begin?
- What is your mailing address?
- How do I contact you?
- I am not sure what courses I want to take. Is there someone who can advise me?
How long is the course?
- Unlike "crash courses" which can sometimes be overwhelming and leave the student unprepared, most of our trainings are spread out over a six month to one year period, allowing students to absorb and apply what they've learned, and allow them to deepen the understanding of their own practice.
How often is the training?
- For your one-year course, the training most months is approximately one Saturday session per month and one Friday evening session per month. You will also attend at least on hour of group classes each week and the schedule of these classes varies depending on the instructor. If you prefer the six-month course, your training will be two or more Saturday sessions and two or more Friday sessions per month. Additionally in the six month program you will need to attend approximately 2 hours of group classes each week.
Will Yoga Teacher Training interfere with my normal schedule?
- We offer manageable program schedules that allow you to live your normal life.
What if I cannot attend a session?
- We understand that there may be a time when you cannot attend a scheduled session. Just contact us at least a day in advance by phone or email to reschedule the session.
So the training is once a month?
- Yes, for your one-year program - most months just one Saturday per month and one Friday evening per month. Depending on your schedule, there may be a month where your training is twice a month.
What times are the sessions?
- Saturday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM OR 11:00AM - 7:00PM, depending on the course and
Friday - 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Have I missed the chance to start your training because I missed the first day of the program?
- You may start your program at any time. Each module is complete and comprehensive without having taken other modules.
I am worried I may miss a day of the program. Will this be a problem?
- This is not a problem at BYB Yoga. Just let us know the day you will miss and we will reschedule you for that module the next time it is offered.
How often do you offer each module?
- Each module is usually taught at least twice a year.
My life is too busy to commit to a six month program can I take longer to complete my certification?
- We can adapt any program into a year or longer schedule in order to let you meet the needs of your busy life. That can mean just one or two Fridays and Saturdays a month.
Do you take breaks during the class?
- You bet we do! During the eight hour module we take a longer break for lunch and several short breaks as well. During the three hour modules we take at least one break.
I suffer from back pain. Will I be able to take the training?
- Some of our students have begun the training with injuries or chronic conditions
that can make them uncomfortable. We offer cushions, chairs and other props to help
you stay comforatable.
Just like in the yoga we offer, we work to adapt the training modules to the comfort of our students.
How much yoga experience do I have to have before I can begin Teacher's Training?
- We have found that yoga experience is not as important as a desire to become a
good instructor. Our training courses offer details of proper alignment and each student
learns to practice safe and effective yoga.
Our programs also require the student to attend a minimum of group yoga classes which
will give further experience to each participant.
For those with very little experience we recommend taking a year or longer to complete the training in order to better absorb the information and increase the opportunity of experience in group classes.
Where is the location of the training classes?
- We meet at City Dance Studio 5411 Morningside Houston, Tx 77007 in Rice Village.
I am ready to start. How do I begin?
- Your first step toward enrollment is to thoughtfully fill out an application and submit it as soon as possible. There are two ways to submit your application. Submit online: You can submit it online and our faculty will review your submission and will follow-up with a phone call interview. Be sure to leave us all of your contact information. Submit in person: You can complete the application and make an appointment with our faculty for a personal interview. Personal appointments are schedule on Saturday afternoons.
What is your mailing address?
- Please send all mail to BYB Yoga P.O. Box 541322 Houston, Tx 77254.
How do I contact you?
- You may contact us by phone or email:
Julie Byrd or Amy Garratt 281-206-4292 bybyoga@yahoo.com
I am not sure what courses I want to take. Is there someone who can advise me?
- Yes, our program advisors will gladly talk with you about your program options and help you choose the course that best meets your goals.





