ORA Center
200‑Hour Leadership & Yoga Teacher Training
Somatics • Nervous System Literacy • Relational Intelligence • Personal & Professional Growth
Self-Reflection
Self‑reflection and embodied awareness are the foundations of grounded leadership — on and off the mat. In this training, you’ll learn to observe your patterns, understand your nervous system, and cultivate the inner clarity that allows you to lead in your life, your relationships, and your work.
Experiential
This training brings yoga, somatics, and embodied practice to life. You’ll explore why you practice, what your body is communicating, and how to live your practice in real‑world situations — conversations, conflict, leadership, and daily life.
Connection
Connection is at the heart of this training — connection to yourself, your nervous system, your practice, and your community. We keep each cohort intimate so you receive personalized mentorship and space to grow your voice, your confidence, and your relational intelligence.
Who This Training Serves
This training attracts a wide range of people — from those seeking personal growth to professionals in fields like massage therapy, coaching, mental health, education, leadership, and healthcare. What they all share is a desire to understand the body more deeply, communicate with clarity, and support others from a grounded, regulated place.
Whether you’re a student, a seasoned practitioner, or someone who simply wants to feel more centered and connected, this training will help you integrate somatic awareness, nervous‑system literacy, and embodied leadership into both your personal life and your professional work.
Many students join not only to teach yoga, but to weave somatic tools into their existing professions — private sessions, coaching, therapeutic work, classroom environments, leadership roles, and any field where humans gather. You’ll learn how to blend these skills into whatever you already do, without needing to change careers or have a specific background.
Over our time together, we cover a wide range of topics so that
you have a strong foundation of this lifelong exploration ~
Foundational Energetic & Physical Anatomy
Mindfulness Practices
Ancient Yogic Philosophies
The Chakra System
Breathwork for nervous system regulation
Personal Self-Development
Trauma-sensitive and self-reflective cues
Reflective Yoga Sequencing
Somatic-emotional practices
Nervous‑system literacy for real‑life regulation
Hatha, Yin, Restorative and Somatic Yoga Flow
Embodied communication + relational intelligence
Meditation
Leadership presence + attunement
There is NO competition...
because there is no other YOU!
2026-2027
🌿 Yoga Alliance 200‑Hour Teacher Training Program
Begins October 18, 2026
“I believe yoga is not just movement — it’s transformation. My mission is to help you embody your practice and awaken the teacher within.”
🌙 Tuition & Enrollment
Early Bird Tuition
$2,950
Full Tuition
$3,250
This training is held with a minimum of six committed participants. Your presence helps create and sustain this sacred learning container.
🌿 Refund & Commitment Policy
Because of the intimate, relational nature of this training — and the energetic commitment it requires — tuition becomes non‑refundable once the program begins. This policy protects the integrity of the container and supports the sustainability of the offering.
🌙 How to Get Started
1. Apply Now to Reserve Your Spot 2. Get Excited — your journey begins soon
October 18, 2026 – May 20, 2027
A somatic, relational, mentorship‑based training designed to deepen your practice, expand your capacity, and prepare you to teach with clarity, presence, and confidence.
You will learn to teach yoga — both group classes and private sessions — in a way that is safe, inspiring, somatic, and deeply attuned to the people in front of you.
🌿 Training Rhythm
A spacious, somatic, nervous‑system‑centered rhythm designed for sustainable learning and deep integration.
2026–2027 Training Dates
Begins: October 18–19, 2026 Ends: May 20, 2027
Monthly Weekends (Sat 9-5:30p, Sun 9-1p)
October 18–19 November 9–10 December 7–8 January 11–12 February 8–9 March 8–9 April 12–13 May 10–11
Monthly Tuesdays (6–9 PM)
Oct 27 • Nov 19 • Dec 17 • Jan 28 • Feb 25 • Mar 25 • Apr 22 • May 20
Practicum Fridays (6–9 PM)
Mar 28 • Apr 25 • May 16
A full calendar with times is provided upon enrollment.
This pacing supports nervous‑system regulation, embodied integration, and the kind of sustainable learning that somatic‑based schools are known for.
🌿 What You’ll Learn
A Yoga Alliance–approved curriculum woven with somatic leadership, relational intelligence, and one‑on‑one facilitation skills.
Embodied Practice & Somatic Foundations
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Breath, presence, interoception
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Functional movement + safe alignment
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Nervous‑system literacy
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Trauma‑informed principles
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Somatic patterning + movement behavior
Energetic & Subtle Body Anatomy
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Chakras, koshas, vayus, nadis
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Emotional + energetic patterning
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Subtle alignment + energy flow
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The relational field
Teaching Methodology & Leadership
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Sequencing + energy design
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Cueing with clarity and attunement
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Holding space + group dynamics
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Voice, pacing, presence
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Embodied leadership + relational attunement
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Professional boundaries + scope of practice
Philosophy & Yogic Lifestyle
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Embodied philosophy
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Ethics, boundaries, consent
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Living yoga beyond the mat
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Yoga Sutras + yogic worldview
Practice Teaching & Mentorship
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Teaching labs throughout the year
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Personalized feedback
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Community class practicum (March–May)
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One‑on‑one somatic support skills
🌙 Anatomy That Actually Matters
A modern, integrated approach that meets Yoga Alliance standards without overwhelming students.
You’ll learn:
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Functional, somatic anatomy through movement
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Nervous‑system anatomy + applied physiology
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Energetic anatomy woven throughout the curriculum
This is the most reputable model used by leading somatic‑based schools nationwide.
🌙 Friday Practicum (March–May)
6:00–9:00 PM
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Real‑time teaching
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Live feedback
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Sequencing + cueing practice
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Supportive mentorship
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Only held on weekends connected to monthly training weekends
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🌿 A Training Rooted in Relationship & Somatic Leadership
Chattanooga Yoga School's approach is mentorship‑based, relational, and deeply human. You will be supported, seen, and guided as you grow into your own voice, your leadership, and your capacity to work with others — whether in yoga, healing professions, coaching, education, or any field where humans gather.
This training teaches you how to lead from the body, from attunement, and from the nervous system — skills that translate into one‑on‑one sessions, group facilitation, and professional environments.
🌙 Ready to Begin?
WHAT GRADUATES SAY
REGAN M, 2019
If you have ever remotely considered yoga teacher training, this is the one. Madia Swicord gives 100% to her students and her clients.
I cannot imagine the last year of my life without her guidance, laughter, and love.
CARI P, 2019
200 hour YTT with Madia was transformational. She created an intimate environment that felt safe and nurturing allowing me to truly look inward and unite my mind, body, and spirit, the true meaning of yoga. Under Madia’s guidance, I not only deepened my personal practice but greatly improved my relationship with myself.
HALEY P, 2019
My YTT experience with Madia not only enhanced my yoga practice, but helped me to grow as a person. Madia’s authenticity gave me a sense of security and confidence to develop the skills I need to be effective as a yoga instructor and in my career as a counselor.