University High School students now have a rare opportunity to earn a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Teaching Certification, placing them among the first teenagers in the country to complete this internationally recognized credential. This program prepares students to become certified yoga instructors qualified to teach in studios, schools, and professional settings, while also building lifelong skills in wellness, leadership, and mindfulness.
Designed specifically for University students, this certification pathway builds on coursework already offered at UHS. Students who have previously enrolled in or are currently enrolled in Advanced PE Yoga & Mindfulness can count those class hours toward their certification. The remaining requirements are completed through a flexible hybrid model that combines self-paced online learning with in-person weekend intensives, allowing students to complete the full program by June 2026.
This training is about far more than earning a credential. Participants will develop confidence, communication skills, and a deeper understanding of physical and mental wellbeing. The program emphasizes leadership, teaching methodology, and personal growth, opening doors to opportunities during high school, college, and beyond.
Program Details
Who: Open to University High School students
Experience Required: Previously or currently enrolled in Advanced PE Yoga & Mindfulness
Investment: $2,000 (payment plans and scholarships available)
Certification Hours Breakdown (200 total hours):
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Advanced PE Yoga & Mindfulness S1: 60 hours
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Advanced PE Yoga & Mindfulness S2: 60 hours
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Self-paced online modules: 20 hours
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Mentorship calls with lead teachers (Lade & Lynell): 15 hours
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In-person intensive weekends: Choose 3 weekends to complete 45 in-person hours
Available Intensive Weekend Dates:
January 9–11
February 13–15
March 20–22
April 17–19
June 12–14
June 26–28
Students will be guided by experienced instructors throughout the program. One of the lead instructors is Lynell Franklin Avila, founder of Rooted U Yoga.
To reserve a spot and begin the application process, students should contact Lade Akande to learn more about next steps.
This innovative program reflects University High School’s commitment to experiential learning and student wellbeing, empowering students to become leaders in the growing field of yoga and mindfulness education.