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Bridging Faith and Practice: Inside Christian Yoga Association’s 25-Hour Teacher Training

2026-04-21T23:21:23+00:00

Save $50 before 6/1 Christian Yoga Teacher Training | 25-Hour Online CEU In today’s evolving wellness space, many certified yoga instructors are asking a deeper question: How do I fully align my yoga practice with my Christian faith? The Christian Yoga Association answers that question through its 25-hour Christian Yoga Teacher Training—a powerful continuing education program designed to bridge the gap between traditional yoga training and Christ-centered teaching. What Is Christian Yoga Teacher Training? Christian Yoga Teacher Training is a continuing education program for certified yoga instructors who want to integrate Biblical principles into their teaching and personal practice. Unlike foundational [...]

Bridging Faith and Practice: Inside Christian Yoga Association’s 25-Hour Teacher Training2026-04-21T23:21:23+00:00

Urgent Call to Unity Why It Matters for Every Christian, Every Church, and Every Christian Yogi

2026-04-21T16:05:21+00:00

7 Reasons We Are Already One: Paul's Call to Unity in Ephesians 4 | Christian Yoga Association Seven Reasons We Are Already One: Paul's Urgent Call to Unity in Ephesians 4 — And Why It Matters for Every Christian, Every Church, and Every Christian Yogi I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, with all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:1–3 There is a verse in Ephesians that should stop [...]

Urgent Call to Unity Why It Matters for Every Christian, Every Church, and Every Christian Yogi2026-04-21T16:05:21+00:00

2025 – A Year of Gratitude: Celebrating God’s Faithfulness Through the CYA Community

2026-01-01T22:32:48+00:00

A Year of Gratitude: Celebrating God's Faithfulness Through Christian Yoga Association "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." — Psalm 107:1 As 2025 draws to a close, our hearts are overflowing with thanksgiving for the Christian Yoga Association community. What started as a vision to support and equip Christian yoga practitioners has grown into a thriving movement of faithful teachers, therapists, and seekers who are discovering and cultivating the beauty of worship through movement. Gratitude for Our Growing CYA Family This year, we've welcomed incredible new CYA trainers into our community—leaders who are bringing fresh [...]

2025 – A Year of Gratitude: Celebrating God’s Faithfulness Through the CYA Community2026-01-01T22:32:48+00:00

Thanksgiving: Gratitude Christian Yoga Flow

2025-11-10T22:39:18+00:00

Thanksgiving: Gratitude Flow (from the book 24 Christian Yoga Classes) Suggested Playlist: CYA's GrateFULL on Spotify Theme: Cultivating a heart of gratitude. Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 - "Give thanks in all circumstances." Sequence: Child’s Form (Balasana): Begin with a moment of gratitude. Seated or Kneeling Cat-Cow (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana): Warm up the spine, add twists, circles and folds. Camel (Ustrasana) or other heart openers: Open the heart to express gratitude. Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana): Reflect on blessings. Savasana: Continue to reflect on blessings, cultivating a heart of gratitude. Class: Gratitude in All Things: A Heart of Thanksgiving" November [...]

Thanksgiving: Gratitude Christian Yoga Flow2025-11-10T22:39:18+00:00

Christian Yoga Book Reviews

2025-08-23T21:33:55+00:00

Book Structure and Content The 21 Lesson Format Each of the 21 lessons functions as "a mini Bible study that will deepen the participants' walk with God," with Scripture themes "designed to facilitate meditation." The lessons are organized around biblical themes such as: "The Great I AM" "Praying and Believing" "The Lord's Festivals" Scripture Yoga Scripture Yoga: 21 Bible Lessons for Christian Yoga Classes" by Susan Neal About the Author Susan Neal brings substantial credentials to this work, combining her medical background as a registered nurse with advanced degrees in business and health sciences. Her [...]

Christian Yoga Book Reviews2025-08-23T21:33:55+00:00

Sacred Rhythms: The Art of Holy Withdrawal

2025-08-19T18:03:12+00:00

Sacred Rhythms: The Art of Holy Withdrawal, Practicing Presence Through the Fifth Limb Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll  learn to live freely and lightly. Matthew 11:28-30, MSG The Art of Sacred Rhythms [...]

Sacred Rhythms: The Art of Holy Withdrawal2025-08-19T18:03:12+00:00

Easter Season Christian Yoga Class Theme

2025-04-07T20:55:13+00:00

Spring & Easter Christian Yoga Class Outlines We're pleased to offer four new Christian yoga class outline perfect for the Easter season and spring renewal: You can see more themed and holiday class outlines in our 24 Christian Yoga Class Outlines (2 per month done for you) 1. From Darkness to Light: A Good Friday Practice Focus: Surrender, reflection, and the meaning of Christ's sacrifice Postures of Surrender: Consider kneeling, prone and supine backbending forms, and any supine posture Gentle inversions for Postures of Reflection Scripture focus: Matthew 27:45-50 Practice gentle forward folds and heart openers symbolizing submission to God's will [...]

Easter Season Christian Yoga Class Theme2025-04-07T20:55:13+00:00

New Beginnings, A Free Christian Yoga Class

2025-01-23T22:24:28+00:00

A Class From: 24 Christian Yoga Class Outlines: Two a Month Based on the Season and Holidays This class can be enjoyed anytime such as a Monday class, the first of any month or wherever you see fit. New Beginnings: Trusting God for the Year Ahead January, the start of a new year, is the perfect time for reflection, renewal, and setting spiritual intentions. This class emphasizes the idea of new beginnings, starting fresh, and trusting in God's plans as we move into the new year. It encourages participants to embrace God's guidance and to cultivate a heart of hope, peace, [...]

New Beginnings, A Free Christian Yoga Class2025-01-23T22:24:28+00:00

What is the Christian Yoga Association?

2025-01-02T16:56:25+00:00

What is the Christian Yoga Association? The Christian Yoga Association (CYA) is an organization that seeks to represent those who teach yoga from a Christian worldview. Christian yoga integrates the ancient practice of yoga with Christian principles, providing a space where individuals can deepen their spiritual lives while benefiting from the physical and mental advantages of yoga. The Christian Yoga Association represents a growing movement of Christians who practice yoga, or are a Christian yoga certifying educator founded on Christian principles while honoring the ancient gift of yoga and its origins. The Origins of the Christian Yoga Movement “Christian Yoga” [...]

What is the Christian Yoga Association?2025-01-02T16:56:25+00:00

The Gift of Peace: Embracing the Birth of Christ through Movement and Stillness, A Christian Yoga Class Outline for Christmas

2024-12-03T22:40:13+00:00

  The Gift of Peace: Embracing the Birth of Christ through Movement and Stillness, A Christian Yoga Class Outline for Christmas The Christian elements woven through the practice of this Christmas yoga class will help one align physical movements with spiritual reflection, making this a meditative and meaningful experience as one focuses on the reason for Christmas. This class integrates Christian elements (scripture, prayer, meditation, etc.) and yoga techniques (postures, breathwork, etc.) to connect the body, mind, and spirit, focusing on peace, joy, and gratitude, inspired by the birth of Jesus. Throughout the class, you'll be encouraged to move with grace [...]

The Gift of Peace: Embracing the Birth of Christ through Movement and Stillness, A Christian Yoga Class Outline for Christmas2024-12-03T22:40:13+00:00
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