200-Hour Certification — Bethesda
Yoga Teacher Training
Our 200-Hour Teacher Training goes beyond the mat. Deepen your practice, connect with an inspiring community, and master the foundations of yoga teaching through movement, philosophy, anatomy, and real-world experience. Whether your goal is to teach or deepen your own practice, you'll graduate with the knowledge, confidence, and community to support you for years to come.
November 2026 – January 2027 Training Learn More and ApplyPlease feel free to reach out to ytt@purefireyoga.com with any questions!
What's included
- Current members' memberships will be paused - enjoy free unlimited classes through the duration of your training!
- 20% off all in-studio retail
- Free access to select workshops
- Certification + full training materials
- Personalized mentorship, hands-on teaching, and real-time feedback
- In-depth study of anatomy, sequencing, and inclusive cueing
- A supportive, like-minded community to grow with
- Discounts on future workshops, retreats, and trainings
What you'll learn
- A foundation in the history/philosophy of yoga
- How to teach an inspired power yoga class based on the "Journey Into Power" sequence
- Anatomy, alignment, and modifications to make the practice accessible to anybody
- Asana, meditation, and inquiry
- Verbal and non-verbal assisting
- Teaching, coaching, and feedback
- The art of incorporating music in a yoga class
- The business of yoga
- How to deliver your message and personal experiences in a way that leaves people inspired
What our graduates say
"The quality of teaching was excellent! Every member of our class made incredible progress and, by the completion of the program, demonstrated the ability to run a safe, enjoyable class. The learning experience was challenging, but always positive and respectful. There was strong emphasis on cultivating our individual styles and personalities, while also acquiring consistency in skill level so we can provide top notch classes for our future students. I highly recommend this program!"
"It was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Truly life changing! Marcus and Nicole are amazing teachers and created an incredible learning experience. Through the teaching a community was created amongst the students that was such a blessing. I have 9 new special lifetime friends. The training program showed me the true purpose of yoga. My practice has expanded and I was also able to comfortably start teaching classes with confidence. So grateful for the experience, Marcus and Nicole, and the teacher community."
"YTT at Pure Fire was amazing! We all felt so connected, loved and prepared. It was a challenging and wonderful experience, so thankful we had such knowledgeable teachers to guide us through our RYT-200hr training."
"I wholeheartedly recommend PureFire School of Yoga. The design, content and delivery of the program is exceptional. Our co-trainers masterfully brought to the training their deep experience, leadership and dedication to each student's success. Theory and practice came together in a powerful way, drawing out each trainee's gifts while preparing us in a consistent and comprehensive way. I witnessed each trainee step into becoming an effective, thoughtful yoga teacher and I certainly feel that myself. The combination of yoga history, philosophies, anatomy, pose analysis, ability to deliver a powerful flow and hands-on teaching experience make me feel prepared and ready to begin my yoga teaching journey. The thoughtfulness, ongoing support, and warmth of my trainers and my cohort will be a lifelong gift."
"I am very happy with the Yoga Teacher Training at PureFire Yoga. Marcus and Nicole did an outstanding job preparing me to be a yoga instructor. The training comprised of applying the newly learned skills of delivering a yoga class, the techniques of the yoga poses, anatomy, meditation, the teachings behind the Baptiste yoga style, and more. I enjoyed every moment of the training and I highly recommend to train with PureFire Yoga."
Training dates
This is an 8-week training. If you have a conflict with any of the dates below, please mention it in your application so you can make up your missed hours — any missed hours must be approved in advance.
- November 7–8, 2026
- November 14–15, 2026
- November 21–22, 2026
- December 5–6, 2026
- December 12–13, 2026
- December 19–20, 2026
- January 9–10, 2027
- January 16–17, 2027
Frequently asked questions
Is your program approved by Yoga Alliance?
Yes! Complete the journey, earn your credentials: our program is fully certified by Yoga Alliance for your 200-hour certification.
When does the next training start?
November 7, 2026! See the training dates above for full details.
What's the time commitment?
These hours reflect every weekend in the 8-week training.
Saturdays
Locations: Bethesda & Cathedral Heights
- 9:00–10:00 AM – Required Class (Bethesda) with Marcus
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Partner Meet-Up (begins on Weekend 2)
- 12:00–5:00 PM – Teacher Training in Cathedral Heights
Total Saturday Hours: 7 Hours
Sundays
Location: Bethesda
- 9:00–10:00 AM – Required Class (Bethesda) with Nicole
- 11:45 AM – Meet in the Back Training Room
- 11:45 AM–4:30 PM – Teacher Training
All dates, times, and locations are subject to change.
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200 Hours · Yoga Alliance Certified · Nov 2026 – Jan 2027