85 Hour Prenatal-Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training
Early Bird Rate expires October 30th
This is an 85-hour prenatal-postnatal yoga teacher training in accordance with the Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training standards of Yoga Alliance (YA) and designed to support the RPYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher) pathway.
Led by Rachel Canterino, PT, DPT- yoga teacher (ERYT-500 & RPYT) and Doctor of Physical Therapy. Rachel is the creator of award-winning Prenatal Yoga & Postnatal Yoga programs serving the Main Line and Philadelphia area.
First Information Session Sunday Sept 27th @5:30 pm email rachel@bestbeginningswellness.com
What to Expect
best beginnings is a safe space to learn and grow. Four weekends will be in person at our studio in Ardmore. Four virtual weeknight evenings, two class observations, as well as teach backs, readings, assignments, and a project are also part of the PYTT program requirements.
Weekends: January 8th- January 29th February 19th- March 5th, 2027
In Person Hours: Fridays 5:30-8:30pm, Saturdays & Sundays 1:30-6:30pm
Virtual Evening Hours: Four 2-hour sessions (dates TBD)
Syllabus & Readings: Provided prior to start of YTT
Pricing: $1400 prior to Oct 30th, $1600 after Oct 30th, Non-Refundable $250 deposit included in price of tuition
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register.
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Yes. This 85-hour training is conducted in accordance with the Prenatal Teacher Training standards of Yoga Alliance (YA) and supports the Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher (RPYT) credential pathway.
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Yes. A completed 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) is required as a prerequisite for the 85-hour prenatal-postnatal program.
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The program runs January through March 2027, starting the weekend of January 8th through March 7th. It includes 4 in-person weekends (Fridays 5:30–8:30 pm and Saturdays & Sundays 1:30–6:30 pm), 4 virtual weeknight meetings TBD, 2 in-studio class observations, required readings, video teach-backs, assignments, and a final project. All in-person weekends, virtual evenings are required to meet the PYTT requirements.
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Cancellations up to six weeks before the start are refunded less a $100 processing fee and the non-refundable $250 deposit. Cancellations within three weeks of the start are refunded 50% of tuition. Cancellations after the program begins are not refunded. A minimum of 6 participants is required; if the minimum is not met, the training is cancelled and all participants receive a full refund.
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The training is led by Rachel Canterino, PT, DPT, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and seasoned yoga teacher (ERYT-500 and RPYT), and creator of award-winning Prenatal Yoga and Postnatal Yoga programs for the Main Line and Philadelphia area. Additionally, guest experts and yoga teachers with a minimum RYT-500 will provide supplemental content.
Learning Objectives
Learn how to design and provide thoughtful, trauma-informed and intentional yoga classes for people in all phases of pregnancy and postpartum. Create and teach an empowering and supportive prenatal and postnatal yoga class to women with a wide variety of physical and emotional needs. Apply safe yoga asana, meditation-mindfulness, and breathwork practices to support students physically and emotionally during the perinatal period. Adapt yoga poses and practices for pregnant and postpartum students participating in general yoga classes. Describe basic anatomy and physiology related to pregnancy, labor/birth, and postpartum recovery. Identify common physical and emotional conditions and changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum, including healing and recovery. Learn, select and teach pranayama/breathwork techniques that are safe and supportive during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. Identify common pregnancy complications, contraindications, and situations that require modification or referral. Integrate and teach safe, supportive practices—including visualization, meditation, and birthing ball techniques—into yoga classes to support the changing body and prepare students for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery. Successfully prompt safe and effective strategies and yoga asana practices for rebuilding strength, endurance and balance before and after childbirth.
Learn how to design and provide thoughtful, trauma-informed and intentional yoga classes for people in all phases of pregnancy and postpartum. Create and teach an empowering and supportive prenatal and postnatal yoga class to women with a wide variety of physical and emotional needs. Apply safe yoga asana, meditation-mindfulness, and breathwork practices to support students physically and emotionally during the perinatal period. Adapt yoga poses and practices for pregnant and postpartum students participating in general yoga classes. Describe basic anatomy and physiology related to pregnancy, labor/birth, and postpartum recovery. Identify common physical and emotional conditions and changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum, including healing and recovery. Learn, select and teach pranayama/breathwork techniques that are safe and supportive during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. Identify common pregnancy complications, contraindications, and situations that require modification or referral. Integrate and teach safe, supportive practices—including visualization, meditation, and birthing ball techniques—into yoga classes to support the changing body and prepare students for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery. Successfully prompt safe and effective strategies and yoga asana practices for rebuilding strength, endurance and balance before and after childbirth.
Where is best beginnings
best beginnings
4 E. Lancaster Ave.
Ardmore, PA 19003
Serving The Main Line & Philadelphia Area, including Montgomery, Delaware, & Chester Counties,