Transformative
Yoga Teacher Training through Soma Yoga Institute was transformative and one of the best things I have done for myself in my adult life. I was blown away by the knowledge, wisdom, and kindness brought into the program. I felt they spent the right amount of time on each topic and the perfect amount of time for daily mediation and yoga. I am truly grateful I found this program on-line and would HIGHLY recommend this to others. If you have ever thought about doing this, follow your heart, it will lead you to this program.
Stacy Konlian
I am deeply grateful for this experience and highly recommend
I completed the 200hr Yoga Teacher Training at Soma Yoga Institute and it truly exceeded my expectations. I learned so much, from alignment and anatomy to the philosophy of yoga. The instructors are excellent, and the program is very well structured from beginning to end. I now love yoga even more than before. The space is absolutely beautiful, and I met such kind and inspiring people along the way. I am deeply grateful for this experience and highly recommend this training to anyone looking to deepen their yoga practice and knowledge.
Camila Colzani
Teacher Training with Soma Yoga at…
Teacher Training with Soma Yoga at Salvatierra in Costa Rica was absolutely incredible. Liz and Peggy, the teachers, are such good educators, masters at what they do, and so lovely to be around as well. The learning was life changing, and the environment was extraordinary. No notes. So grateful.
Hannah Spiro
This training was absolutely amazing!
This training was absolutely amazing. Peggy and Liz brought such deep knowledge and genuine passion for yoga—it made the experience truly special. I highly recommend this program.
Kristie Tiemann-Conner
Great Experience with Soma Yoga Institute
Well organized, clear and fun teaching, good food and beautiful accommodations in Costa Rica. The program attracted a wonderful diverse group of students It was a pleasure to participate in the 200 hour yoga teacher training.
Kim Kaufman
I really enjoyed the holistic…
I really enjoyed the holistic alignment, movement, and foundation concepts in this Costa Rica Yoga Teacher Training. Learning muscle engagement and active extension will help me prevent injuries for myself and future clients. I loved yin, sequencing, chakras, and Ayurveda. This has been an amazing experience — I am leaving wanting more knowledge of yoga. The friendships created are so special, and the teachers made everything feel meaningful. The staff, food/beverages and Salvatierra Resort were truly amazing! Thank you. - Gina
Gina Ensslin
Thoughtful, intentional teaching
I attended the 200 hour teacher training in Costa Rica, and WOW I'm so glad that I did! The instructors with Soma were so professional and friendly. All aspects of the curriculum felt purposeful, and they were delivered in bite-sized pieces so that we didn't feel overwhelmed. I really enjoyed the emphasis on teaching that this program implemented from day 1! I can't wait to use everything that I've learned with Soma and carry it with me into my teaching career :)
Allison Rooney
This YTT was truly exceptional
This YTT was truly exceptional: Great teachers, impeccable facilities, and family vibes. The depth of teaching, sense of community, and care woven into every day made the experience both transformative and grounding. I left not only a more confident teacher, but a more embodied human. I could not recommend it more.
Maja Holzinger
Magical Somatic Yoga Experience
It was a transformational experience! I did the two-hundred-hour RYTT in Costa Rica with Liz and Jess. They were very kind and helpful, and they gave individualized tips and tricks to help you be successful! They curated a schedule from six-thirty in the morning to eight-thirty at night with two to three yoga classes a day, and we were always doing something to broaden our knowledge of yoga! I highly recommend practicing with Liz and Jess. They are, by far, my favorite yoga teachers I've ever practiced with, and I've been practicing for a little bit over a decade!
Olivia C
It was great
It was great
Greeshma K
Transformative and Inspiring Teacher Training Experience
The Soma Yoga Institute Teacher Training exceeded my expectations. Liz Heffernan’s knowledge and kindness, along with inspiring instruction from Peggy Profant, Samantha, and Molly, made the program deeply meaningful. The video lessons—especially in Yin Yoga—broadened my practice and enriched my understanding.Despite being online, the training was well-organized, engaging, and easy to follow. The small cohort created a warm, supportive community, while group exercises encouraged connection and hands-on learning. The pace, clarity of materials, and professionalism of the instructors left me confident, inspired, and ready to continue my yoga journey.This program was more than a certification—it was truly transformative.
Mehdi
Soma Yoga Institute - transformative and therapeutic
Soma Yoga Institute’s trainings are therapeutic, transformative, thoroughly planned and thoughtfully structured. I just completed my 200 hr online teacher training with them and already signed up for the 300 hr in-person program next summer. I immediately received all the necessary information, including food preferences and travel insurance. Soma Yoga Institute always creates a trustworthy and reliable experience. They are very approachable and quick with responses to inquiries. Teachers are incredibly knowledgeable and highly skilled in creating safe learning environments from near and afar.
Annelie Wolfrum
I had a great experience with Soma on…
I had a great experience with Soma on YTT!
Olive
Yoga teacher training in paradise
I took the 200 hour teacher training in Costa Rica from The Soma Yoga Institute. The teachers cultivated a warm and supportive environment to learn a lot of information in a short amount of time. This training balanced the fundamentals and spirituality of yoga, providing a solid foundation for me to teach yoga in the future.
Nikki Hodge
200-Hour YTT
The 200-Hour Costa Rica Yoga Teacher Training has been a truly transformative experience. What stood out to me most was the high-value, knowledgeable content and the wide variety of topics—especially the focus on yoga therapy. The teachers were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, with a depth of understanding not just of the physical practice, but also of yoga’s philosophy, history, and lifestyle. This opened my eyes to a much richer and more meaningful perspective.The training went far beyond poses and sequences—it helped me understand yoga as a way of life, a philosophy, a practice, and a community. I now carry with me a stronger foundation in teaching and a deeper connection to myself and to others. I feel confident, prepared, and genuinely excited to begin sharing yoga with others. With the skills, insights, and experience I’ve gained, I’m ready to hold space, guide students safely, and teach from a place of authenticity and heart.I leave this experience recharged and inspired, with the energy and clarity to live more fully in my own unique way. I’m so grateful for this journey and the wisdom that was shared throughout. Highlights included Ayurveda and chakra studies, chakra painting, and the morning yoga practices that anchored each day.
Si Eun Kim
Working alongside Soma Yoga Institute…
Working alongside Soma Yoga Institute has been an incredibly enriching experience. Their commitment to integrating therapeutic practices with deep yogic wisdom truly sets them apart in the field of yoga education. What struck me most is their unwavering dedication to body inclusivity and emotional wellness—it’s not just something they teach, it’s something they embody in every aspect of their work.The team, led by the inspiring Liz Heffernan, brings a remarkable level of professionalism, care, and insight to everything they do. Whether discussing curriculum or witnessing the supportive mentorship model in action, it’s clear Soma fosters not just skilled yoga teachers, but deeply compassionate leaders. Collaborating with them has given me a front-row seat to the kind of transformative impact thoughtful, evidence-based education can have. I can absolutely see why they’ve earned the title of Best Yoga Teacher Training in the U.S. for 2025—it’s more than well deserved.
Nick
What an amazing experience
What an amazing experience, the course was very well structured, with exceptional teachers, I would like to do more for sure!!!
Deborah Seber
Amazing 200 YTT!!!
Amazing first 200 Hour Training with Soma!! I knew Soma as the school for me when I found them online, but the experience far exceeded my expectations. Instruction was delivered with such authenticity and a huge breadth of knowledge, making it modern, relevant, and digestible. The adaptability of teaching, meeting the class where they are and allowing time for growth, was truly exceptional. So grateful to Liz and Peggy to have been able to begin my "true" study of yoga with Soma. I look forward to more opportunities to learn through the amazing programs you have created.
Sarah Silber
Top-Notch RYT-200 Training Program
Words will never do justice in describing the phenomenal experience I had as a student in Soma Yoga Institute's Costa Rica RYT-200 Training Program. This experience opened the door to new paths and options in yoga for me. It has also added great insight and value to my continued journey in self-discovery and building healthy relationships with myself and others. The program was well-rounded, thoughtful, and insightful. It introduced me to areas of yoga that I was unfamiliar with and that I thoroughly enjoyed learning about. The training also provided extensive knowledge and experience in areas I was already interested in, such as trauma-informed practices, alignment, therapeutics, and somatic. Peggy and Liz are top-notch teachers, and their genuineness shines through. My confidence in things I've always enjoyed but never externally pursued is through the roof. I'm excited to see what happens next.
Nicole
Soma Yoga Institute
"Learning yoga through a therapeutic lense has deepened my understanding of yoga on all levels. Every detail of the training was programmed with thoughtful intention. Liz and Jess are amazing and beautiful people that balance each other so well!! They made us all feel so empowered and accepted on every level. I feel equipped and confident to go and share the gifts of yoga with others. This experience has deepened my own practice and enriched my life in many ways. It has helped me develop more self-love, confidence, and a deeper realization of my true self. The study of alignment has made such a difference in how my body feels as I practice. I also loved learning about yoga philosophy, pranayama, different mudras, and the chanting was so lovely! I am so very grateful for this experience, and my knowledge of yoga has expanded more than I could have imagined. I am excited for this lifelong journey of yoga ahead of me." - Jamie
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