YOGA COLLEGE 2.0
(Non-Certification Yoga Training)
Dive deeper into yoga without the pressure of teaching.
Yoga College 2.0 is a non-certification yoga training designed for dedicated yogis and certified teachers alike who want to deepen their understanding of anatomy, philosophy, movement, and mindfulness.
Have you ever looked at a yoga teacher training and thought, "I want to learn all of that but I don't want to teach?"
Now You Can!
Or maybe you are already a yoga teacher and excited about learning more, elevating your education and the all around idea of being a student, but not interested in going through the certification process again.
Either way, if you love yoga, this is your next step.
Who is this for?
Not everyone who wants a deeper yoga education is looking for a teaching certificate.
That’s why we created Yoga College 2.0 – a non-certification yoga training designed for curious students and current teachers who want to study yoga in depth without committing to another credential.
This track offers the same rich curriculum, supportive community, and evidence-based approach as our certification program — without the certification requirements.
So how does this work?
It's simple, you attend all the informational sessions for our YOGA COLLEGE but none of the sessions where you have to practice teaching.
That means you’ll:
✅ Learn more about yoga poses and how they actually work
✅ Explore mindfulness practices to help you de-stress
✅ Build a sustainable meditation practice
✅ Discover how sequences are made and why they matter
✅ Study anatomy, biomechanics, and how to move smarter in your own body
✅ Receive 1:1 help with your practice and modifications tailored to you
✅ Understand the history of yoga and where it came from
✅ Dive into yoga philosophy and see how it applies to real life
✅ If you are a teacher, take all of this and elevate your classes.
This isn't just learning yoga - it's living your yoga!
"I loved learning how to use my body in a safe way and not in a "one size fits all" manner"
- Caroline
Why are we offering this?
The yoga industry has a huge gap between taking a weekly yoga class and diving into a teacher training.
For too long, the only way to study yoga in depth was to enroll in a certification program—even if you had no desire to teach. Yoga College 2.0 fills that gap.
Here, you get the knowledge, tools, and personal growth of a training program, without the responsibility of learning how to teach (or if you are already a teacher, you don't have to jump through the hoops again).
There are so many people out there interested in learning more about yoga, deepening their practice, looking for something to inspire them so they can change their life.....
That is where this training comes in!
"I absolutely loved this training.. The format gave me the time to really absorb the material, practice consistently, and grow as a student of yoga." - Daria
Yoga College isn’t another class or quick workshop. It’s an in-depth, college-level experience designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of yoga as a whole: movement, science, history, and philosophy.
When you finish, you’ll not only have a stronger personal practice, but you’ll also walk away with tools for life—resilience, clarity, and a new way of understanding your body and mind.
Why this program?
Take a deep dive into your own body......
You will gain in depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and functional movement. You will understand how to prevent injuries in your own body + how to use yoga to strengthen and rehabilitate your body when needed.
You will understand how the nervous system works and how it is connected to physical movement and how to regulate yourself on and off the yoga mat.
You spend time breaking down all of the poses, the dos and dont's and how to expand your practice when you want to.
Discover the differences in class formats, styles, & practice them all!
You will take a deep dive into all the class styles, vinyasa, hatha, yin and meditation. You will get a behind the scenes look on the purpose of each pose in each style, why we sequence the way we do and best of all - you will get to practice ALOT
You will also walk away with a personal yoga practice you can do anywhere, anytime. Part of deepening your yoga practice is learning to go it alone. When you can't make it to class, being able to toss your mat down in the airport, on the beach or anywhere is a powerful tool.
Yoga is multi-faceted; learn both traditional philosophy and modern-day science
Yoga has strong historical roots, with many different lineages and cultural backgrounds. It is important to learn the history of yoga, while also exploring how it has changed and evolved and how it can further evolve.
You will study the history and philosophy of yoga from a humanities point of view. You will read traditional, historical texts as well as modern-day scientific books and there will be open discussions around both, teaching the importance of yoga's roots while also asking you to use critical thinking to explore today's relevancy.
This option is perfect if you are:
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A dedicated yoga student who wants to deepen your practice without becoming a teacher.
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A certified teacher who craves a serious study program without taking on another certificate.
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Someone who wants to explore yoga as a life practice and personal development journey.
BONUS - You will be part of an amazing group of humans, building deep community and developing friendships that will last a lifetime.
This training is for you if....
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Focus on your learning, not feedback & teaching drills.
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Explore yoga without the pressure to perform or prove competency.
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Join a community of like-minded yogis who are here to learn, not just teach
If you’re curious, committed, and ready to deepen your relationship with yoga—whether for your teaching or for yourself—Yoga College 2.0 is for you.
"Just do it! The knowledge and training you will receive is undoubtedly the best in the industry."
All The Details:
Semester One: FOUNDATIONS
You will spend time learning & studying the science, history and philosophy of yoga. You will develop the knowledge needed to safely and effectively practice yoga in a way that is unquie for you.
5 Weekends Jan - March
Sat 12-4 | Sun 1-3
Jan 10-11
Jan 24-25
Feb 7-8
Feb 28-March 1
March 14-15
Semester Two: APPLICATION
You will work on your personal practice, create a home based routine and spend time using yoga philosophy to dive into personal development
5 Weekends April - Jul7
Sat 12-4 | Sun 1-3
April 11-12
April 25-26
May 16-17
June 6-7
June 27-28
"My favorite part of training has been developing friendships and learning together in a safe and nonjudgmental environment."
- Colleen
Meet Your Teachers
Gina Ward
I am an educator, teacher, mentor, writer and purpose-driven entrepreneur. I am also an innovator and relentless in challenging the norm and striving to "do better." I am passionate about updating and improving the yoga industry so that we can become part of the health and wellness field at a professional level. So that we can get a seat at the table in the preventative health-care conversations and make an impact on the state of health and wellness in the world.
I strongly believe that yoga teachers have a responsibility to be as educated and skilled as any other health-care professional. That we owe it to our evolving industry. We owe it to our students. And we owe it to ourselves.
I am here to solve a problem. There are too many trainings in the industry that simply do not prepare their trainees to step into the yoga profession (admittedly, I have led a few like this). Trainees are spending a few months and thousands of dollars only to be left feeling like they need yet another training. I believe we can do better.
I am proud of what Laurie and I have created and excited to bring a college level training to the industry. I envision a world where yoga is seen on the same level as physical therapy, functional medicine and other health-care modalities. I envision a world where yoga is covered by insurance. I envision a world where yoga's traditional philosophies and teachings are updated to meet the needs of the modern-day world so that we can bring it to each and every person in need.
Gina has a Masters in Exercise Science and has taught at multiple colleges and universities and has hands-on experience in research and science labs in the areas of disease treatment and prevention. She has over 1500 hours of yoga training as well as personal training and group fitness certifications. She has been working with people in a group and 1:1 setting in the areas of fitness, health and wellness since 2001 and has trained and/or mentored nearly 100 yoga teachers.
Read about WHY we teach yoga here
Laurie Egrie
I am an educator, wellness advocate and yoga teacher. As an educator I am invested in bringing mindfulness and social emotional learning as a teacher coach to children and adults in Atlantic City. As creator of Elevate You Yoga and Wellness I offer classes and workshops that teach others to take care of themselves using the tools of yoga and mindfulness. I believe in the science and energetics behind yoga and have personally experienced the healing benefits physically and emotionally.
I was reintroduced to yoga in my late forties and the positive impact of yoga has transformed many areas of my life including: my relationships with others, self, educator and as a yoga teacher.
I use my yoga practice as a place of self-discovery to explore and tend to my physical and emotional needs. It is where I release tension and stress, address injuries and reconnect with myself. As a yoga teacher I strive to do the same with my students as I have learned that being a yoga teacher is so much more than putting together poses and cues. Finding my ‘teacher voice’ has been one of the greatest gifts.
I’m excited to share this unique yoga training and year-long exploration of yoga, the study of self, mind and body with you. There were many elements of being a yoga teacher that I was not exposed to along the way, and we are bringing it all to you in this training. You will leave this training confident and with the skills of understanding yoga, the positive effects on the human body, and ready to share this practice near and dear to you.
Laurie has over 500 hours in yoga training, including a speciality in yin and yoga nidra and energy specific modalities. She has developed several yoga teacher mentorship programs as well as programs and trainings to bring yoga and mindfulness into the local school systems. She is a Reiki Level Two practitioner and has done extensive training in the nervous system, trauma-informed yoga and sound healing. She is a social-emotional learning coach in the Atlantic County School System.
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