RYT 200 (Registered Yoga Teacher – 200 Hours) is the internationally recognized certification awarded by Yoga Alliance USA upon completing a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training from a Registered Yoga School (RYS).
This certification allows you to:
If your goal is to become a globally certified yoga teacher, the RYT 200 certification is your essential first step.
In 2026, yoga studios, fitness centers, retreat hosts, and wellness companies prefer teachers who are:
RYT 200 is the minimum requirement to teach worldwide.
It is also a powerful personal-growth journey — even if you don’t want to teach immediately.
Anandam Yoga School offers three world-class RYS programs:
Structured, modern, professional YTT ideal for students from Europe, UK & US.
Spiritual, immersive YTT designed for transformation & self-growth.
Perfect for students comparing YTT programs across multiple European regions.
All three programs follow Yoga Alliance’s RYS 200 curriculum.
A complete RYT 200 curriculum includes:
Everything you need to become a confident yoga teacher.
Short answer: YES. RYT 200 certification allows you to teach:
Later, you can upgrade to: RYT 300, RYT 500. Specialty certifications (Yin, Prenatal, Meditation)
To receive your RYT 200:
Our curriculum is designed for modern practitioners while staying rooted in traditional yogic wisdom. Students from Europe, the US, UK, and Australia choose Anandam Yoga School for its small batches, experienced E-RYT faculty, and safe alignment-focused teaching approach.
YTT is open to everyone.
$1,499 – $2,200 (Accommodation included)
€1,799 – €2,499 (Accommodation optional)
Payment plans available for both.
Before enrolling, ask:
Yes. It is accepted in 160+ countries including Europe, US, UK, Canada, Australia, Singapore, and India.
Absolutely. No prior experience is required.
Yes — RYT 200 is the registered title you get after completing the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training.
Yes — Europe is one of the fastest-growing destinations for certified teacher trainings.
→ Yoga Teacher Training Europe
Yes — RYT 200 is the minimum certification required to teach professionally.
Yes. With the global wellness industry growing rapidly, RYT 200 certification remains the minimum professional requirement to teach yoga worldwide. In 2026, demand for certified teachers in Europe, the US, Australia, and online platforms continues to rise.
For beginner and intermediate classes, yes. Most studios, retreats, and online platforms accept RYT 200 teachers. Many graduates start teaching immediately and later upgrade to RYT 300 for specialization.
RYT 200 is the individual teacher credential, while Yoga Alliance is the registering body. You earn RYT 200 after completing a Yoga Alliance–approved 200-hour teacher training program.
Yes. RYT 200 allows you to teach yoga internationally, including in Europe, Bali, the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, as long as local visa or work regulations are followed.
After RYT 200, you can teach yoga, assist in teacher trainings, lead workshops, teach online, or continue your education with a 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training to reach RYT 500 level.
Both are excellent options. Europe offers structured, professional learning environments, while Bali provides immersive spiritual training. The certification outcome is the same worldwide.
Updated for 2026 Yoga Alliance standards and international teaching requirements.
