Trainings
Island Heron is proud to offer this holistic, experiential, and transformational vinyasa yoga teacher training with Coral Brown, MA, LMHC eRYT-500 and Debbie Valois, eRYT-500.
Comprised of nine-weekend intensives, this integrative vinyasa 200-hour yoga teacher training offers students the opportunity to immerse in the study, practice, and transformation of vinyasa yoga.
Read below for more details, or join us for an upcoming info session!
Coral, a regular contributor to Yoga Journal magazine, has led national and international yoga teacher trainings and educational retreat programs for over 20 years.
Debbie Valois currently teaches at NBX Yoga in Narragansett. She has been teaching yoga since 2001. Debbie previously co-owned and operated Laughing Elephant Yoga studio and co-facilitated their YTT. She has assisted Shiva Rea and has studied with many senior yoga teachers. Debbie has assisted and co-taught several yoga teacher trainings with Coral.
200-hour Yoga Teacher Training January 2026
Become illuminated and inspired by the timeless teachings of yoga.
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Comprised of nine weekend intensives, this integrative vinyasa yoga teacher training offers students the opportunity to immerse in the study, practice and transformation of vinyasa yoga while creating new and deeper connections within the self, and extended community, in a skillful way.
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The literal translation of the term vinyasa is “to place in a special way,” and the conceptual definition of vinyasa revolves around a multi-faceted approach to mindfulness through development of the skills of observation and inquiry. From these definitions, we distill the essence of vinyasa and the foundation of the program: to meet each individual where they are, without judgment, and to cultivate a more embodied sense of self, purpose, and how to use the tools of yoga in a skillful, efficient and effective way.
This program is designed to take students on a journey of personal development and transformation. Throughout the journey, students become teachers who are able to facilitate the state of yoga with depth.
The program is open to those who are ready to dive deeper into their own practice and understanding of yoga, as well as the lineage from which both have evolved. Students should be willing to courageously examine their stories and beliefs, within the safe and supported container of the yoga teacher training immersion, which aims to support and inspire individual growth and transformation.
Upon successful completion of 200 hours, participants will be qualified to register with Yoga Alliance as a 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT).
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This training is for yoga practitioners ready to dive deeper into their practice and understanding of yoga.
Requirements to apply: A genuine interest in pursuing the deeper dimensions of yoga and enhancing your personal and physical relationship to the practice of yoga and living consciously.
This 6-month training runs from January 2026 through June 2026, spanning nine required weekend intensives.
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Chakras & Subtle Anatomy
Psychology Of Yoga
Anatomy & Physiology
Business & Ethics Of Yoga
Postural Clinics & Asana Labs
Yoga Philosophy's Sacred Texts
Safe, Effective & Inspired Sequencing
History Of Yoga
Foundations Of Vinyasa
Practice Teaching
Living Ayurveda & Nutrition With Lynn Goodwin
Pranayama & Meditation
CPR Certification
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Times
Fridays - 4:00PM - 9:00PM
Saturdays - 12:45PM - 8:00PM
Sundays - 12:45PM - 8:00PM
2026 Dates
January 23, 24, 25
February 6, 7, 8
February 27, 28, March 1
March 13, 14, 15
March 27, 28, 29
April 17, 18, 19
May 1, 2, 3
May 15, 16, 17
June 12, 13
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$2800 Tuition Includes:
• IVY Teacher Training manual and supplementary materials
• 20% off studio merchandise, class packages, and applicable workshops
• Use of the studio for practice teaching and study groups.
• Ability to join virtually as needed
Pay In Full
Deposit* — $250
Balance Due Upon Acceptance & Enrollment** — $2550
*Deposit is only refundable if you do not become enrolled in the course.
**Once you have been accepted and officially enrolled in the course you will be sent an invoice for the remaining balance of $2550. Full tuition or payment plan commitment is due upon acceptance.
Prior 200-hr TT Graduates
Application — No Cost
Deposit* — $250
Balance Due Upon Acceptance & Enrollment** — $1450
Students who have already completed a 200 Hour Program or more may take this course for a discounted rate of $1700. Documentation of successfully completing a prior program is required. Payment plans for this payment tier will be set up after you've been enrolled in the course.
Island Heron Honor Scholarship
In honor of Gretchen Peterson, Island Heron will award the Honor Scholarship to one trainee who has been directly impacted by cancer or other significant trauma. To be considered for this scholarship, please email a detailed letter of intent to Coral Brown.
Payment Plans
Due to additional fees and bookkeeping, there is a $100 fee for payment plans.
Application/Deposit* — $250 + $100 payment plan fee.
Four Monthly Payments** — $637.50
*Deposit is only refundable if you do not become enrolled in the course.
**Once accepted and officially enrolled in the course, you will be sent an invoice to set up your payment plan and asked to pay the first payment of $637.50. The following three payments will auto-bill monthly on the same date as the initial payment plan payment.
Please note: 50% of tuition must be received one week before start date
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You must complete the application form and schedule a time for a phone interview to ensure that this course is the right fit for you and that your expectations will be met by participating in the program.
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about booking the phone interview and finishing the enrollment process.
Once you are approved for the course you will receive a welcome email within 48 hours containing information on how to prepare for the training.
A $250 deposit is due upon acceptance to hold your space.
Full payment is required for all participants a week before the start of the program unless a commitment to a payment plan has been made.
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If you'd like more information or have questions you'd like to ask Coral personally, please join us for an info session! Coral will tell you all about the course, its contents, and what you can expect. You'll also have time to ask her any and all questions you have.
Sessions are listed on the weekly class schedule. They are free and are offered both virtually and in-person at the studio.
Please follow this link for access to a prerecorded informational session.
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Training Lab for Teachers
with Coral Brown
Yoga Lab is an evolving series of weekend workshops designed for yoga teachers ready to deepen their wisdom, refine their practice, and build lasting confidence. Each module explores essential dimensions of the teaching path, from asana, anatomy, and hands-on assists to philosophy, mythology, voice, presence, prental, restorative, and trauma-sensitive approaches.
Whether you're pursuing continuing education or working toward your 500-hour certification, Yoga Lab offers practical tools, rich inquiry, and community support to grow your skill and spirit as a teacher.
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