The Kaivalya Yoga Method vs A. Soma Yoga Institute ONLINE & In Person in YTT Retreats: Head-to-Head Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of two Yoga Alliance registered schools, based on verified student reviews and public directory data.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category The Kaivalya Yoga Method A. Soma Yoga Institute ONLINE & In Person in YT...
Rating 4.61 / 5.0 4.89 / 5.0 Winner
Bayesian Score 4.607 4.878 Winner
Review Count 658 Winner 630
Location Grand Rapids, MI, United States Arcata, CA, United States
Designations RYS 200, RYS 300 RYS 200, RYS 300
Yoga Styles Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, Gentle Yoga Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Specialty Yoga
Training Formats Part-time, Modules, shorter immersions), Non-residential Full-time, Part-time, Weekends only, Modules, shorter immersions), Residential, Non-residential, Destination / retreat
Year Founded 2012 2014
Online Classes Yes Yes
Scholarships No Yes

About Each School

The Kaivalya Yoga Method

The Kaivalya Yoga Method has been formulated after over a decade of dedicated study and research and teaching experience. It is a comprehensive compilation of the fundamentals of yoga directed at creating teachers who can translate this ancient practice for a modern-day audience while staying true...

A. Soma Yoga Institute ONLINE & In Person in YT...

Dedicated to a Therapeutic Approach, High Quality Content, and Accessible Practices Rooted in Tradition Backed by Science Soma Yoga Institute has a world-class faculty team steeped in the traditions of Yoga. Their excellence has been cultivated through decades of enduring dedication to their own...

Student Review Excerpts

The Kaivalya Yoga Method

Monica Mardare ·
★★★★★
· Feb 19, 2026

“I have received support throughout the course, lots of informations, webinars and classes to support the learning.”

Darcea Falter ·
★★★★★
· Feb 12, 2026

“Great consultation opportunities while learning.”

A. Soma Yoga Institute ONLINE & In Person in YT...

Stacy Konlian ·
★★★★★
· Apr 02, 2026

“I would highly recommend Soma Institute for 200 YTT-it was by far the best thing I’ve done for myself! Liz and Peggy were beyond knowledgeable and by our side for the entire training. Always available...”

Florence Bullock ·
★★★★★
· Mar 24, 2026

“I would highly recommend taking your 200 YTT from Soma Yoga Institute and the Costa Rica location was amazing! Liz, Peggy and Cathryn are beautiful humans sharing their love and passion of yoga.”

Both schools are Yoga Alliance registered. All ratings and reviews come from verified students through the Yoga Alliance public directory. No school can pay for placement in this comparison.

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The Kaivalya Yoga Method

4.61 stars · 658 reviews

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A. Soma Yoga Institute ONLINE & In Person in YT...

4.89 stars · 630 reviews

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