BREATHE. PRACTICE. TEACH.
Ashtanga Yoga Therapeutic Teacher Training & Mentorship RYT200-hr
Live Mentorship | Lineage Based | Online + Maui Hawaii Immersion
2026 TRAINING DATES
Space is limited to maintain individualized instruction.The Art of Teaching Yoga
Online Live Weekend Training
February 27 – March 26, 2026
April 1 – May 2, 2026
Maui In-Person Immersion
February 17 – February 26, 2026
February 28 – March 11, 2026
March 20 – March 31, 2026
April 1 – April 15, 2026
RYT 200 Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Teacher Training
with Christina Martini
Live Online Training + Optional Maui Immersion
Step into the living tradition of yoga through The Art of Teaching Yoga, a Yoga Alliance–Certified 200-Hour Teacher Training designed for dedicated practitioners, aspiring teachers, and those seeking personal transformation.
Train live online from anywhere in the world and deepen your experience through optional in-person immersion on Maui, Hawaiʻi.
Live instruction. Personal mentorship. Authentic lineage.
TRAINING FORMAT — ONLINE + MAUI OPTION
Online Weekend Training / Study with Optional Maui Immersion
Students begin through live, interactive weekend online sessions, never pre-recorded, allowing discussion, mentorship, and real-time learning.
Students may later travel to Maui for immersive in-person training including:
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Tuition & Program Options
Tuition covers yoga teacher training instruction only.
(if you would like to do the training in person on Maui, Hawaii- hybrid with online , lodging, travel, meals, and transportation are not included.) lodging at teachers student guest house is available at an affordable cost and you will need a car for in person training.💻 Online Weekend Yoga Teacher Training. ½ Primary Series / Full Primary Series
Tuition: $595 USD
This live, online weekend training is offered biannually or annually as part of ongoing studies to support continued growth, knowledge, and refinement of the Ashtanga Primary and Intermediate Series, including hands-on adjustment techniques (demonstrated virtually).
This program is ideal for teachers and dedicated practitioners seeking to deepen understanding, expand teaching skills, and stay connected to the roots of traditional Ashtanga Yoga.
In-Person Training – Maui, Hawai‘i
Tuition: $ 2795 USD
Train in person with Christina Martini at Shala Santosha Yoga & Ayurveda in Maui, Hawai‘i. Must have an Ashtanga Yoga Primary series practice .
This special 12 days immersive training offers a unique opportunity for hands-on mentorship and direct experience in a small-group setting.Includes: Full in-person teacher training curriculum and daily guided practice.
Not Included: Airfare, ground transportation, or meals.
Housing: Private bedroom in teachers student guest housing
Transportation: You will need a car as it is required during the training.
Training Modules
Students and teachers may choose to focus on specific modules to deepen study or work toward certification. Each module may be repeated for greater integration and mastery.
Module 1 – Primary Series
Tuition: $595 per session
Focus: Full exploration of the Ashtanga Primary Series.
Learn how to teach and when to introduce the ½ or full series.
Recommended: Repeat at least twice to fully embody the postures, adjustments, and teaching methods.
Module 2 – Intermediate Series
Tuition: $595 per session
Focus: Study of the Intermediate Series with emphasis on safety, progression, and therapeutic application.
Learn how to teach appropriately for varying conditions, abilities, and restrictions.
Recommended: Repeat at least twice to deepen knowledge and confidence in guiding the series.
Prerequisite for RYT Certification
For students intending to earn Yoga Alliance RYT 200-hour certification, prior familiarity with the Ashtanga Primary Series (½ or full) and Mysore-style self-practice is required.
Continued Mentorship
Teachers are encouraged to repeat the training biannually or annually to continue advancing their understanding and teaching skills.
Christina provides ongoing mentorship and personalized guidance to support your continued growth and success as a teacher. -
ONLINE ZOOM LIVE INTERACTIVE or travel and arrive to the shala on Maui . Located at 810 N. Haiku Rd at the Haiku Marketplace
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History & Philosophy of Ashtanga Yoga
Origins of Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic, systematic form of yoga that links movement with breath (Vinyasa), cultivated over centuries in India. Its foundation is rooted in the classical teachings of yoga as outlined in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, emphasizing the Eight Limbs of yoga—ethical behavior, self-discipline, postures, breath control, sensory withdrawal, concentration, meditation, and union with the self.
The modern practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga was systematized in the 20th century by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (1915–2009) in the city of Mysore, India, giving rise to the “Mysore Style” method. Jois developed a structured sequence of postures designed to purify the body, improve strength and flexibility, and cultivate mindfulness and presence through disciplined daily practice.
Philosophy
At its heart, Ashtanga Yoga is both physical and therapeutic, designed to:
Strengthen the body, increase mobility, and improve alignment
Regulate the nervous system and cultivate awareness
Integrate breath, gaze (drishti), and bandha (energy locks) for mind-body harmony
Support holistic wellness, emotional balance, and mindful living
Though rooted in tradition, Ashtanga Yoga is not a religion. It can be approached from a therapeutic, wellness, or spiritual perspective, depending on the practitioner’s intention.
Key Historical Teachers
Krishnamacharya (1888–1989): Often called “the father of modern yoga,” he was a pivotal teacher who trained Pattabhi Jois. He emphasized therapeutic application, alignment, and adapting yoga to the needs of the individual.
Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (1915–2009): Founder of the Ashtanga Vinyasa system; taught daily, self-practice (Mysore Style) and codified the Primary, Intermediate, and Advanced Series.
Other Influences: Iyengar Yoga (B.K.S. Iyengar), Viniyoga (T.K.V. Desikachar), and traditional Hatha and Raja Yoga shaped the broader principles of therapeutic alignment and breath integration.
Contemporary Authorized Teachers & Lineage Holders
Manju Jois: Son of Pattabhi Jois, continues to teach Ashtanga Yoga internationally, preserving the lineage and guiding authorized teachers.
Nancy Gilgoff: One of the first Americans authorized to teach Ashtanga Yoga, direct student of Pattabhi Jois.
David Williams: Early Western student of Jois, influential in bringing Ashtanga Yoga to international audiences with a therapeutic and mindful approach.
Christina Martini: Senior Certified & Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Teacher, trained directly under Manju Jois, Nancy Gilgoff, and David Williams. She integrates lineage-based practice with therapeutic, functional, and modern wellness principles.
Modern Relevance
Today, Ashtanga Yoga is practiced worldwide as:
A therapeutic system for improving physical, mental, and emotional well-being
A mindfulness practice that cultivates presence, awareness, and body intelligence
A teacher-training framework preparing instructors to share yoga safely and effectively
A community and lineage-based practice, connecting students to centuries of wisdom and modern applications
Integration into Training
In your 200-hour Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Teacher Training, you will explore:
The history of the lineage and foundational teachers
How the practice evolved from classical yoga texts to modern therapeutic application
The ethical, philosophical, and mindful principles that guide safe and effective teaching
Practical applications of history and philosophy to breath, movement, and teaching methodology
• Hands-on therapeutic assists & adjustments
• Observation of Mysore-style classes
• Participation in Led classes
• Teaching mentorship
• Real-time shala experience
Students may complete training fully online or combine online study with Maui immersion when ready.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Yoga Alliance–Certified RYT 200 Program
• Traditional Ashtanga Yoga lineage
• Therapeutic applications for modern practitioners
• Asana, pranayama, meditation & philosophy
• Teaching methodology & sequencing
• Functional anatomy & alignment
• Mentorship & personalized guidance
• Live instruction — never prerecorded
• Optional Maui immersive training
WHO THIS TRAINING IS FOR
• Dedicated yoga practitioners
• Aspiring yoga teachers
• Health & wellness professionals
• Movement & holistic practitioners
• Students seeking deeper practice
No advanced flexibility required — only sincerity and commitment.
CERTIFICATION
Graduates receive a Yoga Alliance Approved RYT 200 Certificate and may register as Registered Yoga Teachers eligible to teach worldwide.
TUITION OVERVIEW
Online Weekend Training Modules
Module 1 ½ Primary Series Module (100 hrs) — $595
Module 2 Full Primary Series Module (100 hrs) — $595
Opportunity to advance growth & skill with 1/2 Intermediate Series and Full Intermediate Series Module post completion of Module 1 & 2
Modules may be taken sequentially or independently, if you have an ashtanga yoga practice of intermediate or advance series , modules can be taken for Intermediate Series meeting prerequisite.
Maui Immersion Training
10 - 12 days Max In-Person Training — $2,795 ( includes the online module if you decide to want to come to Maui, Hawaii for hands on training in addition to the 30 days online)
Housing, airfare, and meals not included. Lodging guidance available, please reach out to Christina. There is student guest housing if available to 2 students at each session. based on availability.
2026 TRAINING DATES
Online Live Weekend Training
February 27 – March 26, 2026
April 1 – May 2, 2026
Maui In-Person Immersion
February 17 – February 26, 2026
February 28 – March 11, 2026
March 20 – March 31, 2026
April 1 – April 15, 2026
Space is limited to maintain individualized instruction.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
• Ashtanga Primary & Intermediate foundations
• Breath-centered movement & sequencing
• Therapeutic modifications
• Meditation & pranayama
• Teaching skills & cueing
• Hands-on assists
• Philosophy & lineage teachings
• Integrating yoga into daily life
ABOUT THE SENIOR LEAD TEACHER
Christina Martini brings over 30 years of practice and teaching experience, blending traditional Ashtanga Yoga with understanding both eastern and western therapeutic disciplines,and compassionate mentorship. Her teaching honors lineage while supporting modern practitioners in sustainable lifelong practice. Christina Martini is Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Teacher & Therapist, Clinical Licensed Nurse | Holistic Health & Wellness Coach
Christina Martini is the founder and senior teacher of her Maui-based Ashtanga Yoga Therapy School and lead instructor of The Art of Teaching Yoga RYT 200 Teacher Training. With over 30 years of dedicated personal practice and professional clinical experience, she bridges Western medical science with the traditional lineage of Ashtanga Yoga.
A clinical nurse specializing in oncology and chronic care management, Christina integrates therapeutic yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, and holistic wellness principles to support students in cultivating strength, resilience, healing, and self-awareness through sustainable practice.
Christina has studied and is a direct student of respected master teachers and lineage holders including Manju P. Jois, Nancy Gilgoff, David Williams, Ken Harukuma, Jo Ichihara, Maty Ezraty, Sharath Jois, and Sathu Jois. She has also trained in integrative and Ayurvedic medicine with Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. Vasant Lad, and Dr. Dilip Sarkar.
As a licensed nurse educator, has worked with the VA Medical Center in San Francisco, Tenet Hospitals in Orange County, UCSF, Dignity Health San Francisco , St Mary’s , Guam Cancer Center and Pacific Cancer Foundation , Maui Memorial and Maui Cancer Advocare, certified clinical yoga therapist, and health and wellness coach, Christina brings together Eastern and Western healing traditions, supporting practitioners of all backgrounds, including those managing chronic health conditions.
Her own healing journey through pranayama, meditation, prayer, and daily Ashtanga practice informs her compassionate and grounded teaching style. For more than three decades, consistent practice has guided her life and continues to shape the mentorship she offers her students.
Christina has developed integrative yoga therapy programs for hospitals, military programs, oncology, chronic care management such as cardiovascular and diabetes wellness centers, and educational institutions, creating bridges between clinical care and holistic practice.
Through Mysore practice, private one on one with clients, led guided classes, transformation retreats, and certified yoga teacher training programs, she guides students toward mindful movement, breath awareness, emotional resilience, and embodied presence for life.
Her vision is to help students integrate yoga and mindful living into daily life, cultivating balance, self-care, optimal health, and reverence for the sacred gift of breath and life.
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
The Art of Teaching Yoga is more than teacher training — it is a journey of self-awareness, healing, discipline, and embodied living.
Practice deeply. Teach authentically. Live yoga
Enrollment & Registration
Online Training Application: Apply Here
Application Submission
Limited Spaces for In-Person Maui Training – small-group immersive learning
Yoga Alliance–Certified RYT 200 Program
Traditional foundations with modern therapeutic application
Asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy & teaching methodology
Daily practice, mentorship, and embodied learning
Online WEEKEND LIVE SESSION, Not Pre recorded or Visit Maui-based immersion options