Alignment Yoga Sculpt (AYS) Teacher Training: Train Online — Earn 40 Yoga Alliance CE Hours
For Yoga Teachers and Fitness Professionals Ready to Grow Their Community With a High-Demand
Yoga Format
✅ 40-Hour Yoga Alliance CE Offering (YACEP) September 2026
✅ Earn 40 CE Hours Toward Your RYT Renewal
✅ Created by the Original AYS Instructor
✅ ⭐ 4.88 on Yoga Alliance across 5 years of AYS training
✅ 🏆 9.2 out of 10 Net Promoter Score
✅ Verified by Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT)
✅ Trusted by Yoga Teachers and Fitness Professionals for 5+ Years
✅ Trusted by 175+ Teachers in Eleven Countries on Five Continents
A low-impact, high-intensity yoga format using weights — self-paced, online, and ready to teach the moment you finish.
No live sessions. No time zones. No scheduling. Start the day you enroll, from anywhere.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have to give Marda so many kudos for the content and quality of her AYS Teacher Training. The course is extremely well organized with thoughtful demos and an extensive manual. The manual contained three made-for-you classes and a template with her nine-section format so I can create my own classes easily. You will come away with a thorough understanding of the AYS format and ready to teach right away!" — Jennifer Brock, RYT 200
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "AYS teacher training offers such a great opportunity to explore this exciting new dimension of yoga. Marda brings incredible knowledge and enthusiasm and takes the time to make sure everyone feels confident. The learning materials are clear, well-structured, and provide a treasure trove of resources." — Sandy Palm, RYT 200, YACEP
INVESTMENT
✨ Core Training— $500. Everything you need to start teaching Alignment Yoga Sculpt immediately. Includes your 40-hour Yoga Alliance YACEP certificate of completion.
⭐ VIP with Personal Review — $700. Everything in the Core Training PLUS personal video feedback and course review directly from Marda. Ideal for teachers who want individualized guidance before teaching their first class.
100% Risk-Free Money-Back Guarantee
Try it. If it's not right, you get your money back.
I believe this training will set you up for success — if you commit to it. So here's my promise:
Sign up and start the course. Complete Modules 1 and 2, including the quizzes and homework. If you feel it isn't the right fit, email within 14 days for a full refund. No questions asked.
All I ask is that you do the work. Complete the lessons in order and give the coursework an honest effort. If you do that and still feel it doesn't serve you, I'll happily refund your investment.
Fewer than 4% of AYS students have ever requested a refund.
🎓 Enrollment is open now. Start this week.
Are You Ready to Grow Your Community?
Alignment Yoga Sculpt (AYS) is a low-impact, high-intensity yoga format that combines traditional yoga flows with light weight training. Created by Marda — a 500-hour E-RYT and YACEP with eighteen years of teaching experience — this yoga sculpt training is trusted by yoga teachers and fitness professionals across five continents.
You are in exactly the right place.
Why You Will Love Teaching AYS
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Why You Will Love
Teaching AYS
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Cardiovascular benefits without pounding your joints
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Combination exercises that raise heart rate safely
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Sustainable for every fitness level and every age
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Functional Strength and Balance
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Works the body as a single integrated unit
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Weight-bearing work that supports bone health
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Balanced, bilateral programming that addresses movement asymmetries
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Accessible to Everyone
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Modifications and leveling options for students of varying mobility
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A three-level approach that serves newer and experienced students equally
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Students see results and keep coming back
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Mind-Body Connection
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Breathing techniques that support relaxation and focus
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Visualization and mindfulness practices
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Supports students on and off the mat
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Flexibility, Alignment and Range of Motion
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Consistent practice improves flexibility and balance
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Alignment principles keep joints safe and stable
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Strengthens the body for everyday movement
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Community and Ongoing Support
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Fresh ideas, teaching opportunities through the Newsletter
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Lifetime access to the course and any updates.
What Students and
Teachers Are Saying
"Marda's alignment yoga sculpt class was exactly what I needed. The flow and her choice of poses is fun and she offers modifications as well as challenges. Marda has a calming voice and leads the class with specific direction, paying attention to alignment. I highly recommend her class for any level." — JoAnn Diers, RYT 200
"This course thoroughly educated me on the principles of dynamic movement, reinforced core principles of yoga, and taught me how to safely and creatively incorporate weights for a rigorous yoga workout adaptable to virtually all students. Marda is a wonderful teacher, and while this is a self-paced program, it is thorough, and you can repeat lessons to fully incorporate all the materials." — Aleta, AYS Teacher Training Graduate
"AYS teacher training was a perfect combination of yoga and weight training. Coming from a group fitness background, I really appreciated her Savasana visualizations and the mind-body aspect of the training. This class has it all and students love the way the class is laid out and I love how easy it is to use the class template to create new classes." — Sally Tulk, Group Fitness Instructor
"I have to give Marda so many kudos for the content and quality of her AYS Teacher Training. The course is extremely well organized and there were thoughtful demos incorporated as well as an extensive manual. The manual also contained three made-for-you classes and a template with her nine-section format so that I can create my own classes easily. I feel like every attention to detail has been paid and you will come away with a thorough understanding of the AYS format and ready to teach right away!" — Jennifer Brock, RYT 200
"Really well done course! Glad I could participate!" — Kaila, AYS Teacher Training Graduate
"AYS teacher training offers such a great opportunity to explore and experience this exciting new dimension of yoga. Marda brings incredible knowledge and enthusiasm to every class and takes the time to make sure everyone feels confident. The learning materials are clear and well-structured and provide a treasure trove of resources. Most importantly, Marda creates a really fun and inviting space to learn and encourages each person to find and nurture their own unique teaching style." — Sandy Palm, RYT 200
"I have been doing yoga and yoga sculpt with Marda for close to a decade and there is a reason I keep coming back. Her power flow is designed to challenge the body and mind. She reminds yogis to be present, encourages refocus, and above all else smiles and laughs because working out should be fun." — Brooke Clements, AYS Student
What You Will Learn: Course Curriculum
Six comprehensive modules delivered through video and PDF —
self-paced so you can move at your own speed and repeat any section you need.
Module 1: Course Introduction and Overview
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Welcome-What is AYS
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Introduction and Mission
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How to successfully take this course
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Professional Conduct & Ethics for AYS Teachers
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Full 60-minute AYS class 1
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Complete AYS Course Manual — compiled reference copy
Module 2: Class Components Part 1
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Section 1 — Class introduction and student safety
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Section 2 — Warm-up design
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Section 3 — Sun A flows
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Section 4 — Sun B flows
Module 3: Class Components Part 2
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Adding weights
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Section 5 — Sculpting at the top of the mat
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Section 6 — Sun B sculpting with weight
Module 4: Class Components Part 3
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Section 7 — Core and abdominal work
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Section 8 — Mat work
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Section 9 — Final stretch and Savasana
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Full 60-minute AYS class 2
Module 5: Meditation, Breathwork and Visualization
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Closing the Practice
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Meditation & Mindfulness
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Breath Awareness & Pranayama
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Visualization Techniques
Module 6: Teaching to Level 1 students (seniors, out of shape, or with injuries)
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AYS Class for Level 1 students
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Full 60-minute Level 1 AYS class
Course wrap-up and test-out requirements
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Test out checklists Core and VIP plans
Every module includes PDFs and videos demonstrating hundreds of poses and exercises. Be prepared to practice as you go.
Everything You Get When You Enroll
1 — A Comprehensive 525-Page Training Manual. Delivered as downloadable PDFs coordinated with each module, and compiled into a single reference manual. Everything you need to teach AYS, organized and yours to keep.
2 — 16.3 Hours of Video Instruction
Every yoga pose and weighted exercise is demonstrated in videos and photographs for easy reference. Over 100 postures and exercises with cueing tips.
3 — The Nine-Section Class Template
The exact template Marda uses to build every AYS class — use it every single week for as long as you teach.
4 — Three Complete Ready-to-Teach Class Plans
Three full 60-minute AYS classes with video, written plans, and playlists. Teach your first class the same week you finish.
5 — Lifetime Access Including All Future Updates
Your enrollment never expires. Every update and every new module added is automatically yours.
6 — Your 40-Hour Yoga Alliance YACEP Certificate of Completion
40 CE hours toward your RYT renewal, effective September 2026.
ACE and NASM/AFAA applications are in progress; approval has not yet been granted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a 200-hour RYT certification to take this course?
A: No specific credential is required. The training is built for practicing yoga teachers, group fitness instructors, personal trainers, Barre Instructors and Pilates teachers. An existing teaching or fitness credential is strongly recommended, as the material assumes working familiarity with cueing a room and managing mixed-level students.
Q: How long do I have to complete the course?
A: You have lifetime access. Work completely at your own pace and repeat any section as many times as you need. There are no deadlines.
Q: What do I receive when I complete the course?
A: You receive a Yoga Alliance YACEP certificate of completion worth 40 CE hours toward your RYT renewal.
Q: Is this course really self-paced?
A: Yes. 100% online and completely self-paced. Start any time, study anywhere, on any device.
Q: What is the difference between the $500 and $700 option?
A: The $700 VIP option includes everything in the core course PLUS a personal video feedback session and course review directly from Marda. This is perfect for teachers who want individualized guidance and confirmation that they are ready to teach or audition with complete confidence.
Q: I am a fitness professional, not a yoga teacher. Is this course right for me?
A: Absolutely. The method was designed for credentialed fitness professionals — group fitness instructors, personal trainers, and Pilates teachers — who want to add a yoga-based strength format to what they already teach. Prior yoga teaching is helpful but not required.
Q: Will I be ready to teach immediately after completing the course?
A: Yes. You will have complete, ready-to-teach class plans, the nine-section class template, and hundreds of pose demonstrations. Many graduates teach their first class the same week they finish.
Q: Do the CE hours count toward my Yoga Alliance RYT renewal?
A: Yes. This is a 40-hour Yoga Alliance continuing education offering from a YACEP provider. The hours count directly toward your RYT continuing education requirements.
Q: What if I have questions during the course?
A: You can book a call with Marda directly through the website. Marda is available to support you through your training.