300-HOUR Yoga Teacher Training

Led by Nikki Rowinski & Michelle Baldino
Fall 2026 Session: September 2026 - April 2027

The Awaken 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is a Yoga Alliance certified advanced training program. This program is designed to build upon and deepen your understanding of the fundamental concepts of yoga practice and teaching that were introduced in your 200-hour training. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to register as an RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance, combining your 200-hour and 300-hour certifications.

This program is designed for yoga teachers who hold a 200-hour RYT certification (or equivalent) and are ready to take their teaching and personal practice to the next level. Whether you have been teaching for years or are just beginning your teaching journey, this training will provide the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience you need to teach with greater confidence, creativity, and skill.

Prerequisites

Completion of a 200-hour yoga teacher training from a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS 200)

Curriculum Includes

Techniques, Training and Practice — Advanced asana, pranayama, meditation,
subtle body, kriyas, Yin, Restorative, Prenatal, and Adaptive Yoga
Teaching Methodology — Advanced sequencing, cueing, trauma-informed
teaching, and professional development
Anatomy and Physiology — Functional anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics,
and applied anatomy for teaching
Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle and Ethics — Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, applied ethics, inclusivity, and seva
Practicum — Practice teaching, observation, mentorship, and feedback
Electives — Myofascial release, creative vinyasa sequencing, and the business of yoga

Dates

The program will run from September 11, 2026 through April 3, 2027. The schedule is mindfully staggered to fit your lifestyle. We will meet in-person and virtually via Zoom. Full calendar is listed below.

Meeting Days & Times

Thursday & Friday 5:00pm-9:30pm (VIRTUAL)
Saturday 9:00am-4:30pm & Sunday 9:00am-4:30pm (IN-PERSON)

Location

In-person sessions will be held at Bulldog Yoga Villanova, PA 775 Lancaster Ave #130, Villanova, PA 19085. Virtual sessions will be held via Zoom. Links to be provided after registration.

Fall 2026 Training Dates

Fall 2026 Training Investment

Early Bird Enrollment - $4000 until August 2, 2026. Must be paid in full.
Full Tuition after 8/2/2026 - $4500.

Payment plans available. You must submit a $1000 non-refundable deposit plus your completed application to hold your spot. Payment can be made via Cash, Check or Venmo @Michelle-Baldino or @Nicole-Rowinski.

Have questions or want more information?
Please email Michelle Baldino at michelle.a.baldino@gmail.com and/or Nikki Rowinski at nikkirowinskiyoga@gmail.com.

Program Requirements

All requirements below must be completed in order to graduate from this program. Certificates of completion will be delivered once all requirements have been reviewed and verified by Michelle and Nikki.

Attend all scheduled program dates. Missing any dates will result in make-up hours and/or homework assignments that the trainee is responsible for collecting from lead teachers. A minimum of 90% attendance of all contact hours is required for graduation.
Submit a reflection paper (one page minimum) after each scheduled weekend intensive. Reflection papers are to be sent to your lead trainers within one week of each weekend.
Complete all assigned readings and submit any related assignments by the deadlines provided.
Complete a minimum of 5 contact hours of practice teaching as the lead instructor. These hours must be documented and verified.
Observe and provide written feedback on a minimum of 5 yoga classes taught by experienced teachers outside of the training.
Pass a comprehensive written exam covering anatomy, philosophy, methodology, and ethics.