From Student to Leader: What Actually Happens During the Awaken 200-Hour YTT
Most people sign up for a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training thinking they are just going to learn how to do a better downward dog. They expect a few anatomy charts and some Sanskrit vocabulary. But at Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP, we don't do "ordinary." When you enter the Awaken YTT, you aren't just taking a course; you are entering an intensive incubator for leadership activation.
If you’ve been wondering what actually happens behind the studio doors during those weeks of training, here is the reality of the journey from student to leader.
1. You Face the "Inner Bark" (Self-Inquiry)
The biggest obstacles to your growth aren't physical; they are the stories you tell yourself about what you can and can't do. A huge portion of our training is dedicated to Self-Inquiry. We use the Baptiste Power Yoga methodology to help you identify where you are playing small and where you’ve stayed "on the leash." It’s rigorous, it’s honest, and it’s where the real breakthrough begins.
2. You Find Your Voice in the Pack
You won't be sitting in a corner taking notes. From day one, you are on your feet, leading. We believe in "learning by doing." You will practice commanding the room, delivering clear cues, and stepping into a position of authority. You do this alongside The Pack—a community of individuals who are all pushing their edges together. This isn't a competition; it’s a collective evolution.
3. You Master the "Why" Behind the "What"
Because we are the only official Baptiste Power Yoga Affiliate in the area, we don't guess. You will learn the specific physiological and energetic reasons behind the Journey into Power sequence. You’ll stop wondering how to teach and start understanding why this practice creates such massive results for the people you lead.
4. You Develop Unshakable Grit
There will be days when you’re tired. There will be moments when the inquiry goes deep and things get uncomfortable. This is by design. Leadership isn't about everything going perfectly; it’s about how you show up when things are difficult. You’ll leave this training with a level of mental toughness and confidence that will accelerate every other area of your life.
📣 Limited-Time Bonus: Double Your Impact
Don't just lead in the studio—lead on the water. Enroll in our Awaken 200-Hour Training (starting Jan 29, 2026) and receive our 12-Hour SUP Yoga Teacher Training ($1,200 value) for FREE. This offer is limited by our board fleet capacity. Secure your dual enrollment now!
🚀 Action Plan
The journey from student to leader is the most rewarding path you can take. Are you ready to see what you’re truly capable of?
Start the Conversation: Schedule a call with Nick or Katie today and see if you’re ready to join The Pack.
Get the Blueprint: Download the free Spotted Dog Power Yoga Playbook to see the methodology in action.
