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Yoga Alliance Certified · RYS 200

200-Hour Teacher Training

More than a certification — a transformation. Mel Salvatore August’s 200-hour program distills 30+ years of teaching into the foundation you need to teach with depth, confidence, and authenticity.

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AYC CYT Level 3 certification
Yoga Alliance RYS 200 certification

Program Overview

Your Foundation Starts Here

The MelWell 200-Hour Teacher Training is a Yoga Alliance registered program designed for aspiring teachers and dedicated practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of yoga from every angle — physical, philosophical, and personal.

This isn’t a factory certification. Class sizes are intentionally small so Mel and training team can work with each trainee individually. You’ll graduate not only certified but genuinely prepared to hold space, sequence intelligently, and teach with your own authentic voice.

Whether you plan to teach professionally or simply want the deepest possible understanding of your own practice, this program meets you where you are and takes you further than you imagined.

200

Contact Hours

RYT

Yoga Alliance

West and East Coast

In-Person Options

Functional Accessible

Vinyasa Flow

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

Six integrated modules covering every dimension of yoga teaching — from the science of the body to the art of holding space.

Anatomy & Physiology

Functional anatomy for yoga teachers. Musculoskeletal system, common injuries and contraindications, therapeutic applications, and how to teach safely for all bodies.

Yoga Philosophy & Ethics

The Yoga Sutras and Eight Limbs made accessible. Ethical teaching practices, cultural sensitivity, and creating inclusive spaces.

Teaching Methodology

Class sequencing, verbal cuing, hands-on assisting, accessible adaptations for all levels, in person and online classroom management and the art of reading human body language to manage a room.

Practicum & Mentorship

Supervised teaching hours with constructive feedback. Observation of experienced teachers. Direct mentorship from Mel throughout the program.

Meditation & Breathwork

Pranayama techniques, meditation instruction, and contemplative practices drawn from Mel’s 30+ years of teaching. Learn to guide inner experiences with confidence.

The Business of Teaching

Building your teaching career. Marketing, branding, studio relationships, online teaching, pricing, and creating sustainable income as a yoga professional.

Why Train with Mel

Three Decades. One Clear Mission.

Mel Salvatore August didn’t come to yoga through a textbook. She came through comedy writing rooms, life challenges, and a relentless curiosity about what makes people feel truly alive. That’s what she teaches — and it’s what makes her trainings different.

Mel has trained hundreds of teachers across globally. She’s published three books, including the award-winning Yoga to Support Immunity. And she still shows up to every training session with the same fire she had on day one.

Her approach is personal, not programmatic. She meets every trainee where they are — and walks alongside them until they find their own voice.

30+ Years Teaching

Three decades of evolving, studying, and refining what it means to teach well.

Internationally Recognized

Mel has trained hundreds of teachers across four continents. Learn from someone other programs learn from.

3x Published Author

Including the Yoga to Support Immunity. Mel articulates the practice in ways that stick.

Schedule & Format

How the Training Works

A blend of weekly live stream zoom sessions (live and recorded for review) and a final in person immersion either at Mel’s OMstead studio in the SF Bay Area, USA or with a MelWell affiliate studio. Designed to fit the lives of working professionals!

Next Cohort

July 15 through September 12, 2026. Enrollment open now (West Coast In Person)

July 15 through November 8th, 2026. Enrollment open now (East Coast In Person)

Format

Hybrid: Livestream Wed 4:30–7pm PST & Fri 7:30–10am PST + In-Person on location
Sep 9–12, 2026 at the OMstead San Francisco Bay Area
or
November 6–8th, 2026 Fairfield, Connecticut
200 contact hours

Location

In-person sessions at the MelWell OMstead, Hayward, CA (by appointment only) or at a MelWell Affiliate Studio to be announced. Virtual sessions via Zoom.

Investment

Tuition & Payment

Your investment includes 2 digital training manuals, monthly unlimited MelWelltv, and lifetime access to the MelWell graduate community.

Early Bird

Pay in Full

$3,199

Best value — register early, pay in full and save

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Payment Plan

$1,167

3-part plan of payments of $1,167 — Paid in Full by July 15th

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Tuition includes all training materials, manuals, and access to the MelWell graduate network. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot.

Get Started

Apply for the 200-Hour Training

Tell us about yourself and your interest in teacher training. Mel personally reviews every inquiry and will be in touch as soon as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be an experienced yogi to enroll?

A consistent personal practice is helpful, but you don’t need to be advanced. Mel meets you where you are. The program is designed for both aspiring teachers and dedicated students who want deeper knowledge.

Is this program recognized by Yoga Alliance?

Yes. This is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS 200) program. Upon completion, you’re eligible to register as an RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance.

Can I attend if I live outside the Bay Area?

The majority of the program is on line with both livestream and on demand content. It includes an in person intensive immersion at the OMstead Hayward, California studio (West Coast Option) or at an East Coast affiliate studio currently in Fairfield, Connecticut. Out-of-area students have successfully completed the program by traveling in for the in-person intensives. Mel and team are happy to help you with out of town coordinations.

What’s the refund policy?

The $500 deposit is non-refundable. Full tuition refunds (less the deposit) are available up to 30 days before the program start date. Partial credit may be offered for cancellations after the program start date before the completion of the first 5 hours of livestream content or the commencement of the Anatomy Module based on special circumstances. No refunds after the first 5 hours of livestream or the commencement of the Anatomy module.

What if I’m not sure I want to teach?

Many graduates never planned to teach publicly. They enrolled to deepen their personal understanding. The training transforms your relationship with yoga regardless of whether you teach classes afterwards.

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