Loyola Marymount University
About Loyola Marymount University
Loyola Marymount University is a Yoga Alliance–registered school based in Los Angeles, CA, United States. Loyola Marymount University is currently registered as RYS 200 and RYS 300 with Yoga Alliance. More than 170 verified Yoga Alliance reviews — averaging 4.78 — speak to the school's track record. Students explore Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, and Spiritually-Oriented Yoga through the course of training. 9 trainers are on the school's current Yoga Alliance roster. Training is delivered online, which works for students who can't relocate. Non-residential formats let local students commute in. To get current program dates and pricing, send a message through the form below.
Yoga Studies at Loyola Marymount University provides a deep study of the Yoga tradition from multiple perspectives through continuing education classes and certificates and a Master of Arts degree, offered both in residential and low-residency formats. These programs help students explore Yoga's rich history, its relationship to religion and spirituality, and Yogic philosophy. Students study primary classical texts, learn the Sanskrit language, explore the health benefits of physical practice, and look at the placement of modern Yoga in today's world.
Continuing Education certificates are offered year-round in Yoga Philosophy, YogaEd, and Yoga Teacher Training and are open to all. Please follow the links below. Graduate students seeking the M.A. in Yoga Studies must apply for admission. They may choose to pursue a Yoga Therapy concentration or a Post-Graduate Yoga Therapy Certification. A new cohort begins each fall semester.
Frequently asked questions
Is Loyola Marymount University Yoga Alliance registered?
Yes. Loyola Marymount University is listed in the Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS) directory under RYS 200 and RYS 300. That designation means the school's curriculum and teaching hours have been reviewed and meet the Yoga Alliance standards for that level.
Where does Loyola Marymount University hold teacher training?
The school is based in Los Angeles, CA. The school offers online training, so students can attend from anywhere.
What yoga styles does Loyola Marymount University teach?
Loyola Marymount University teaches Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, and Spiritually-Oriented Yoga as the core of its curriculum. The program is delivered by 9 trainers listed on the school's Yoga Alliance roster.
Does Loyola Marymount University have student reviews?
Yes — 170 verified Yoga Alliance reviews are on file, averaging 4.78 out of 5. A sample is shown in the Student Reviews section of this page, and the full list is available on the school's Yoga Alliance directory entry.
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I am elated and so proud to have received my Yoga Education Certifications from LMU. Being a part of the very first cohort of the MA Program was an honor that I will cherish forever. The teachers and my colleagues were very unique and highly experienced individuals that I respect and admire to this day. I highly recommend the LMU Yoga Programs to anyone who wants to take their knowledge to the next level and impact their lives as well as that of others around them with their knowledge.
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