Zenya Yoga Academy

Portsmouth, VA, United States

4.55177 student reviews
RYS® 200 English
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Zenya Yoga Academy

About this retreat

Zenya Yoga Academy – Yoga Teacher Training Mission

At Zenya Yoga Academy, our mission is to cultivate skilled, confident, and compassionate yoga teachers who embody the values of Zenya Yoga Studio—integrity, inclusivity, growth, and community.

We are dedicated to providing a transformative training experience that deepens each student’s personal practice while equipping them with the knowledge, tools, and real-world skills to inspire others on their yoga journey.

Through expert instruction, mentorship, and hands-on teaching opportunities, we foster an environment where every trainee feels supported, challenged, and empowered. Our aim is to not only prepare exceptional instructors but to nurture mindful leaders who carry the spirit of yoga beyond the mat—uplifting individuals, strengthening communities, and creating positive change in the world.

Our Teaching Style

At Zenya Yoga Academy, our Yoga Teacher Training is rooted in the art and science of Vinyasa Flow—a dynamic style where breath and movement are seamlessly linked. This athletic yet mindful practice blends strength, flexibility, concentration, and balance, allowing students to move with intelligence, awareness, and ease.

In training, we break down the building blocks of Vinyasa Flow—alignment, sequencing, cueing, and the safe progression of poses—while weaving in the deeper aspects of yoga philosophy, breathwork, and mindfulness.

Our approach is experiential and hands-on. From the very first weekend, you’ll teach, receive feedback, and refine your skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. We also prepare you to adapt your teaching for different styles, settings, and student needs—so you graduate ready to lead classes with both confidence and authenticity.

What they offer

Part-time (spread out over time), Weekends only, Modules (several, shorter immersions), Non-residential (trainees commute to the program)

Scholarships offered

Yoga styles taught

Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Fitness Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Specialty Yoga

Meet the team

What students say

★★★★★

— Michelle Foreman, RYT® 200

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— Anne-Lise Gere, RYT® 200

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