Common Questions:
Is this Yoga Alliance Certified?
YES! If you wish to submit your certificate to Yoga Alliance, you will have the opportunity to do so upon completion, you will recieve a 200 hour certificate.
How long do I get the support of a Mentor?
You get 6 months of Mentorship included in the sign up price
Why are there limited spots if its an online training?
Our goal is to provide you with the appropriate amount of support. To ensure the quality of this training you are provided with a Certified Mentor, and we limit the number of trainees assigned to each mentor so that you are fully taken care of.Â
Can I extend my mentorship?
Yes, you can extend your mentorship for 4 months. The extension fee is subject to change, however the current cost is $350USD.
What if I Missed the Start Date?
If you miss a start date you can still sign up now and begin your course, and you will be enrolled in the next group. This will guarantee you a spot during the next enrollment period which occurs every other month.
I Don’t Want to Teach, can I still take this?
Yes, you may take this in order to deepen your practice and understanding of your body, mind, and soul. You will still be expected to learn the teaching skill sets and practice them — this is part of the necessary integration of knowledge and will provide you with the necessary clarity for the evolution of your practice. Should you not wish not to certify, you will not be required to submit your final video or take the test.
Do I need an advanced practice to take this?
No, you may come in with any experience so long as you come with an open mind to learning. This course will help you to advance your practice, but complex postures are not the goal.
Can I take this course if I am already a teacher?
Yes, as a certified teacher, you may find many benefits in refining your understanding of the postures, sequencing, and verbal delivery and in integrating yoga philosophy into your practice. This will also support you if you are looking to develop a training of your own.
How is this course delivered? What is the digital format?
This is delivered in a typical online course style, which you would find on websites like Teachable, Udemy, or Coursera. Each Section (day) consists of Lessons. Each Lesson will have videos for you to watch, written accompaniment, and a Key Points Review, which is designed as a quiz in the course software. You will also receive a digital manual to accompany your online course.
Do I have access to all classes on theyogimatt.com?
During the training, select online classes and workshops will be provided for you within the course. You will not have access to them outside the course, but you will be able to view them within the course itself and re-practice them should you choose. If you would like to purchase these products at any time before the completion of your training (January 1, 2022), you will be provided a discount code upon request.
Can I connect to other trainees?
Yes, there will be a private Facebook group for anyone taking the online training. Here you may submit questions, share victories and videos, and connect with other yogis on the path.
Are there payment plan options?
Yes, you may choose a 1-time payment, or divide the payments into 3 parts and pay monthly. Should you require an extended payment plan, this can be arranged up to 24 months. The certificate will be granted once the total tuition is paid.
Is there a test?
Should you desire to be certified, you will be required to submit both a video of you teaching and a written sequence for review. There will be a written (digital) test for which you will have a review sheet to study from prior to taking the test. The course prepares you appropriately so that passing the test is the inevitable result of your dedication.
Why do I need a smartphone or camera and a Gmail account?
Throughout the training and for the final, you will be submitting videos of your practice teaching so it can be reviewed. This will require a phone or video camera. You will need to upload these videos to a YouTube channel that you will create by having a Gmail account (Google). If Google does not exist in your country, then we will use the equivalent.
Can I be refunded if I do not like the course?
No, sorry. This is not a trial course, experiment, or marketing gimmick. This is for yogis who are dedicated to the path of learning, self-reflection, and self-growth. It is recommended that you have practiced with Matt either online or in person prior to signing up, so you understand the intention behind the course.
Is this course refundable?
Due to the nature and depth of this content, which has been refined over the course of 10 years, this training is non-refundable in order to protect the intellectual property of the Matt Giordano School of Yoga. Should you have financial issues come up, extended payment plans will be available. Should you have physical issues arise, extended course access will be provided on a case-by-case basis.
What will I be able to teach?
Upon completion of the training, you will be certified to teach various forms of Hatha and Vinyasa public and private classes. With further experience, you may wish to use your certification to teach workshops and retreats. We recommend at least 1 year of teaching prior to offering these more intensive experiences.
Will I learn how to heal injuries?
Yoga teachers are not certified to diagnose or heal physical injuries. That said, you will accumulate appropriate knowledge for injury prevention and management, which may promote or support the healing process of basic injuries. Learning to work with students who have injuries will be a part of this course. The posture breakdown videos will include “injury management” and “common muscular patterns” to build your intellectual understanding of the body and build your confidence to work with a wide range of bodies.
