50-Hour Techniques, Training & Practice

June 12 – 27, 2027

Sa. 13:00 – 19:00 & Su. 10:00 – 15:00

Learn about the Techniques, Training, & Practice Yoga

Deepen your teaching practice through hands-on exploration of diverse yoga styles, breathwork, and meditation. This module bridges theory and application, guiding you through Yin, Restorative, and Adaptive Yoga approaches while building comprehensive expertise in Pranayama—from its physiological effects on the body and nervous system to molecular-level changes and emotional regulation. Learn practical methods of breathwork alongside both concentrative and non-concentrative meditation techniques, enhanced by the integration of mudras and mantras. Gain the confidence and skills to guide students through transformative practices that unite body, breath, and mind.

Techniques, Training, and Practice

This yoga teaching training module focuses on the practical applications of different types of Yoga styles, Pranayama and Meditation

Includes:

Intro to Yin, Restorative and Adaptive Yoga

Intro to Pranayama

Effects of Pranayama on the Physical Body

Pranayama and Emotional Regulation

Pranayama and the Central Nervous System

Pranayama and Molecular Level Changes

Methods of Pranayama

Intro to Meditation

Concentrative Meditation Techniques

Non- Concentrative Meditation

Mudhras and Mantras

Sample Schedule

Saturday

Theory & Practice •13:00-15:00

Break •15:00-15:30

Afternoon Session • 15:30 – 17-00

Self | Group | Partner Work • 17:00- 19:00

Sunday

Theory & Practice •10:00-12:30

Snack •12:30-13:00

Afternoon Session •13:00-14:00

Self | Group | Partner Work • 14:00- 15:00

Master diverse yoga styles including Yin, Restorative, and Adaptive Yoga to meet varied student needs and create inclusive, accessible classes
Understand pranayama from every angle—explore breathwork methods, their effects on the nervous system, emotional regulation, and molecular-level changes in the body
Develop a complete meditation toolkit with concentrative and non-concentrative techniques, enhanced by the practical application of mudras and mantras

This 50-hours (36 contact and 14 non-contact hours) Techniques, Training & Practice Course at Manas Yoga Studio is a registered Yoga Alliance Continuing Education and can be added to your continuing education hours.

Erika Johanna Iluszko - Manas Yoga Studio owner in yin yoga pose

Erika Johanna Iluszko - Manas Yoga Studio owner in Maha Bandha pose

Erika Johanna Iluszko - Manas Yoga Studio owner in restorative pose

Investment

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Early Bird: € 950 (until April 30, 2026)

Regular Price: € 1,050

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A non-refundable deposit of € 350 is required to secure your space.

The YTT must be paid in full 45 days prior to the start date. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions with regards to cancellations and refunds. Members get a 10% discount on this yoga teacher training.

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Meet your Instructors

Erika Smith Iluszko Studio Owner | Meridian Yoga Practitioner

My love for movement and spirituality was evident from an early age. Trained in dance, Kung Fu, and multiple yoga traditions, I sees movement as a universal language that connects body, mind, and spirit. After devoting and following the eight limbs of yoga for about two decades, I decided to do the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Madras, India. Since then, I have attended numerous trainings and workshops which had a huge impact on the way I teach.

My unique approach weaves together classical yoga philosophy with Traditional Chinese Medicine, modern fascia research, and integrative healing arts. My teaching transcends conventional instruction, creating spaces where students discover their innate wisdom through embodied exploration.

I see nothing external to my yoga practice as I find everything in life is deeply connected and that ultimately no teacher is greater than the one within.

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As Lead Faculty, I guides aspiring teachers beyond mechanical alignment into a deeper understanding of yoga as a transformative practice. My methodology emphasizes:
- Cultivating sensitive awareness over pursuing perfect form
- Developing intuitive understanding rather than following rigid rules
- Fostering personal insight instead of chasing external achievements
Drawing from my extensive background in psychology, movement studies, and traditional healing arts, I help students bridge ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding. My teachings are characterized by patient, compassionate presence and a profound respect for each student’s individual journey.

Through this kind of teaching, ordinary practice becomes an extraordinary exploration of human potential, where every breath and movement reveals new layers of self-discovery. My approach honors yoga as both an ancient philosophical system and a living, breathing practice of radical presence.