Philosophy & the Subtle Body
Tantra | Meditation | Yoga Nidra
November 9–10 & 13–15, 2026 · In studio in NYC, online, or both · $695
Open to all 200-hour graduates · Counts toward ISHTA’s 300-Hour Teacher Training
Deepen your practice. Explore the philosophy of Tantra. Discover the science and wisdom of the subtle body.
ISHTA Yoga's Philosophy & the Subtle Body module is an advanced training open to graduates of any 200-hour yoga teacher training.
Over five days (November 9–10 and 13–15, 2026), you'll study Tantric philosophy, the Yoga Sutras, the chakra system, ISHTA's signature meditations and Yoga Nidra with ISHTA's master teachers, including Alan Finger and Mona Anand. Join in studio at 816 Broadway in Union Square, New York City, online, or a combination of both. Take it as a standalone module or as part of ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training. This module is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program (YACEP). Tuition is $695.
Quick Facts
- Dates: Monday–Tuesday, November 9–10, and Friday–Sunday, November 13–15, 2026
- Times:
- Monday, Nov 9: 12:30pm–1:45pm (in studio, on Zoom, or available as recording) + 6pm–9pm (on Zoom or available as recording)
- Tuesday, Nov 10: 11am–12pm (in studio, on Zoom, or available as recording)
- Friday, Nov 13: 9am–5pm (in studio with online option)
- Saturday–Sunday, Nov 14–15: 8am–6pm (mornings on Zoom, afternoons in studio with online option)
- Format: In studio, online, or a combination of both. Flexible options are available if you can't make every session. Email us to plan around your schedule. When traveling to the studio, allotted travel time is 1.5 hours.
- Location: ISHTA Yoga, 816 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 (Union Square)
- Tuition: $695 (counts toward full 300-hour tuition if you continue)
- 300-Hour credit: Counts toward ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training certification
- Yoga Alliance: Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program (YACEP)
- Prerequisite: Completion of any 200-hour yoga teacher training, at ISHTA or another school
Go Beyond the Foundations
Go beyond the foundations of your 200-hour training and immerse yourself in the deeper teachings of ISHTA Yoga, where ancient Tantric philosophy meets the science of the subtle body.
This training explores the philosophy of Tantra, the energetic body, and the advanced meditation techniques at the heart of the ISHTA lineage. Through lectures, discussion, experiential practices, and practical application, you will deepen your understanding of how to integrate these teachings into your own practice, your teaching, and your daily life.
What You'll Learn
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Delve into the chakra system and discover how these energetic centers influence our physical, mental, and emotional experiences. Learn to recognize imbalances and understand how to integrate the chakras into your meditation and asana practices to cultivate greater balance and awareness.
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Explore ISHTA's signature meditations and advanced Tantric meditation techniques, including:
ISHTA Chakra Meditation
A-U-M Meditation
Moving the Inner Smile
Calling Your Own Name
A deeper exploration of the foundational practices introduced in the 200-hour training
Discover how to work with mantra, yantra, japa, visualization, and other Tantric tools to deepen your meditation practice and expand your awareness.
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Be introduced to the nine steps of Yoga Nidra developed by Mona Anand and Alan Finger. Experience this profound practice firsthand while learning the science behind Yoga Nidra, its benefits, and the purpose of each of its nine steps.
Discover how Yoga Nidra can help release deep layers of tension, access subtler levels of awareness, and bring greater clarity, balance, and inspiration into your life.
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Explore the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali through the lens of Tantra, based on Tantra of the Yoga Sutras, written by Alan Finger and Wendy Newton.
Go deeper into Tantric philosophy and its understanding of consciousness, transformation, and the relationship between the individual and the universal. Discover how these ancient teachings offer practical wisdom for navigating modern life and enriching your yoga practice.
Learn from ISHTA's Master Teachers
This training offers a unique opportunity to study with ISHTA's master teachers, each bringing decades of study, practice, and personal exploration to these teachings.
Trainers: Alan Finger, Mona Anand, Peter Ferko, Sarah Finger and Wendy Newton.
See our Meet Our Trainers page for more information.
Experience the signature meditations, philosophy, and subtle-body practices that distinguish the ISHTA lineage, taught by the teachers who have spent years studying, practicing, and sharing these teachings.
Who Is This Training For?
Designed for graduates of a 200-hour yoga teacher training who wish to deepen their meditation practice, go deeper into the philosophy and science of yoga, explore the subtle body, and enrich their understanding of how to integrate the subtle body into asana.
Whether you are pursuing your 300-hour certification or simply wish to immerse yourself more deeply in these teachings, this training offers an opportunity to reconnect with the deeper purpose of yoga.
What Graduates Say
“Completing Ishta’s modular 300 hour TT was the best investment I have ever made. The master teachers of the Tantric practices have created an atmosphere of unconditional love and acceptance. The leadership truly honors the uniqueness of an individual’s path. I’ve yet to find a place more affirming. That alone was transformational. Add to that, an expanded awareness of my energetic body- and my whole life, my entire experience of my self and the world- grew to a greater fullness, to an experience of wholeness. Now when I teach yoga, I no longer feel like an imposter. Completing an ISHTA training, you don’t just become a teacher, you become part of a lineage.”
“I waited almost 15 years to take my 300 hour training and jumped at the chance when ISHTA introduced the modular training. The flexible format allowed me to study the lineage under the tutelage of my beloved teachers while still running my studio on the other side of the country in Oregon. Being in community and developing an ISHTA family from all over the world has filled my heart, deepened my practice and supported my professional goals. It was worth the wait and I’m so grateful for the dedication of Alan, Sarah and Mona for making it possible to dive into this deep practice with authenticity and grace.”
“ISHTA is an incredible yoga studio, and a fantastic place to learn. ISHTA explores all aspects of yoga, and explores each aspect in depth. The wealth of knowledge and experience from the senior teaching staff is boundless, and I couldn’t be more grateful that ISHTA is where I chose to train.”
Continue to 300-Hour Certification
This module is one of six that make up ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training, and you can begin the program with any of them. The hours you complete here count toward your 300-hour certification if you decide to continue, and your module payment counts toward full 300-hour tuition. You don't need to decide now; our Teacher Training Coordinator is on hand to answer questions and help you plan your journey.
Trained at another school? You're welcome to continue too. You'll complete The Pillars of ISHTA Course (30 hours) alongside your training, so there's no need to finish it first.
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Training Dates & Participation Options
November 9–10 & 13–15, 2026
Join us in studio, online, or a combination of both.
Our flexible hybrid format allows you to join exclusively online from wherever you are, or combine in-studio sessions in NYC with online sessions to suit your schedule.
Typical training hours for this module:
- Monday, November 9: 12:30pm–1:45pm (in studio, on Zoom, or available as recording) + 6pm–9pm (on Zoom or available as recording)
- Tuesday, November 10: 11am–12pm (in studio, on Zoom, or available as recording)
- Friday, November 13: 9am–5pm (in studio with online option)
- Saturday, November 14: 8am–6pm (mornings on Zoom, afternoons in studio with online option)
- Sunday, November 15: 8am–6pm (mornings on Zoom, afternoons in studio with online option)
When traveling to the studio, allotted travel time is 1.5 hours.
Can't attend every session? We offer flexible ways to stay on track. Reach out to 300hourtraining@ishtayoga.com and we'll help you find the right fit. (See the FAQ for attendance details.)
Available as a standalone module or as part of ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training.
Tuition & Enrollment
Tuition: $695
Planning on the full 300-hour? Your module payment counts toward full 300-hour tuition ($3,950, covering all six modules plus the 90-hour apprenticeship), and payment plans are available for the full program. Our Teacher Training Coordinator is on hand to talk through the details and help you plan your journey. See the full program.
Questions? Email 300hourtraining@ishtayoga.com or call (646) 559-1578.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have completed a 200-hour training?
Yes. This module is open to graduates of any 200-hour yoga teacher training.
I trained at another school. Can I take this module?
Yes. This module is open to graduates of any 200-hour yoga teacher training, with no additional prerequisites. If you later continue to the full 300-hour certification, you'll complete The Pillars of ISHTA Course (30 hours) alongside your training. There's no need to finish it first.
Can I take this module without enrolling in the full 300-hour program?
Yes. It is available as a standalone module or as part of ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training.
Does this module count toward the 300-hour certification?
Yes. Philosophy & the Subtle Body is one of the core modules of ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training, and the hours you complete here count toward certification if you continue.
If I take this module now, can I join the full 300-hour later?
Yes. You can begin the 300-hour training with any module and continue at your own pace. Completed modules count toward your 300-hour certification within two years, and your module payment counts toward full 300-hour tuition. Our Teacher Training Coordinator can help you plan your path.
Can I attend online?
Yes. You can join entirely online, in studio in NYC, or a combination of both.
Is this training recognized by Yoga Alliance?
Yes. This module is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program (YACEP). It also counts toward ISHTA's 300-Hour Teacher Training certification if you continue.
What if I miss a session?
A minimum of 80% of the training needs to be taken live (in studio or on Zoom). Up to 20% of the training content can be viewed via on demand recordings. Recordings of the Monday and Tuesday sessions (November 9–10) are available to everyone and are not part of this 20%. If you know in advance you will have to miss a session, makeup options are available, such as recordings and privates, though some do incur added cost. Missed weekend sessions can also be made up the following year. Exceptional emergency circumstances are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact us before enrolling so we can talk through your schedule.
Who teaches the training?
ISHTA's master teachers, including Alan Finger, Mona Anand, Sarah Finger, Peter Ferko, and Wendy Newton.
Give yourself the gift of going deeper into the science and philosophy of yoga and exploring more profound meditation practices.
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