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Mentorship Program for Yoga Teachers
Currently accepting Module 3 (September - December)
Apply for 2026 below
Why Mentorship Program?
Are you a yoga teacher who wishes you had a mentor when you first started your teaching journey? Do you remember feeling lost and having countless unanswered questions after completing your 200-hour teacher training?
I understand the challenges and uncertainties that come with navigating the world as a yoga teacher, and that's why I have created my Mentorship Program.
This program is born out of my personal experience and genuine desire to provide the guidance, knowledge, and community that I wish I had when I was starting out as newbie teachers. I know firsthand the value of having a mentor who can offer support, share wisdom, and help shape your path as a yoga professional.
Who is this mentorship program for?
Our Mentorship Program is designed for a diverse range of individuals who share a common passion for deepening their yoga practice and knowledge. Whether you're a new yoga teacher, a seasoned instructor, currently undergoing yoga teacher training, or a dedicated practitioner, our program welcomes you with open arms.
This Mentorship Program is ideal for:
Yoga Teachers Seeking Growth: If you're an aspiring yoga teacher committed to refining your teaching skills and expanding your understanding of yoga, this program is tailored to support your journey. We provide the guidance and resources necessary for you to thrive in your teaching practice.
Yoga Teachers Hungry for Knowledge: If you have an insatiable hunger for deepening your yoga practice and knowledge, my Mentorship Program offers a rich learning experience. I dive into a wide range of topics, including advanced asana, yoga philosophy, anatomy, sequencing, and more.
COMMUNITY: If you value the power of community and desire to learn from supportive fellow teachers, our program provides a nurturing environment. Under the guidance of Reika, you'll be part of a close-knit community where you can grow together, share experiences, and uplift one another.
Ethical and Mindful Practitioners: Our Mentorship Program places great emphasis on navigating the yoga profession with grace, awareness, and ethics. If you align with these values and strive to embody them in your teaching and personal practice, our program will provide valuable insights and guidance.
To determine if this Mentorship Program is the right fit for you, I kindly request you to complete the application form below. This will allow me to better understand your aspirations, experience, and goals, ensuring a mutually beneficial journey together.
Module 1 of the 2026 mentorship program is from January - April. Committing to the whole 4 months is strongly encouraged to help create a sense of consistency & community.
What is included in the Module 1?
& Schedule for 2026
Mentorship Program: January - April 2026
This module is 4 months long. Each month includes the following:
Yoga Philosophy Discussions on Zoom (75 min):
Every other month
Sessions will be recorded for those who cannot attend live.
Group Q&A session at the end
Special Topic Workshop with Guest Teachers (2 hours):
Every month, I or a special guest teacher teach the workshop.
Guest Teacher lineup:
Yoga & Pain Science with Diana
January 24th, Saturday 2-4pm PST on zoom
Yoga Anatomy with Aimee Echo
February
Teaching Private Yoga with Diana
April
Yoga Book Club
Once a month book club meeting on zoom (1hr)
We will commit to one book per module (4 months)
1-on-1 Session with Reika (30 min):
You receive one, 1-on-1 session with Reika anytime during the 4 months of the module.
Additional 1-on-1 sessions are available at a discounted rate of $25 per session.
Practice Teaching Session on Zoom with Feedback
One practice session per module
Unlimited Access to Reika's Virtual Yoga Studio Classes:
Weekly live Zoom classes
On-demand library with hundreds of yoga classes
The on-demand library also contains workshops from previous mentorship meetings, including:
Sequencing
Anatomy
Cueing
Injury Management
Planning Yoga Retreats
How to Teach an Online Yoga Class
Yoga Philosophy Lectures
And more!
Testimonials
"Reika's mentorship program is well balanced one that merges science, asana, and philosophy and more. Reika is a wealth of knowledge AND is such an amazing TEACHER. Her experience and expertise in all things Yoga come through in every workshop and lecture. The mentorship program is a well rounded program from anyone looking to go deeper as a Yoga teacher and a student.I especially enjoy how she includes anatomy, history, and philosophy into her teachings. Reika is fantastic TEACHER'S teacher. One of our own very best YOGA teachers in ALL of Long Beach. Reika has created an amazing space for yoga teachers to continue learning in community. "
-T.M.
"Great teachers emanate out of knowledge, passion and compassion. -A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Reika embodies all of the above through her mentorship program and offers support above and beyond. Because she is an excellent student first, she is also an excellent teacher. She is constantly educating herself with great teachers in the yoga tradition which in turn benefits the students in her mentorship program. I highly recommend working Reika!"
-A.B.
"Reika is a very experienced yoga instructor who is constantly growing her already-vast wealth of knowledge. By participating in her mentorship program, you get to share in that knowledge. Reika provides a ton of workshops and in-person gatherings, all focused on helping her mentees improve their skills, deepen their knowledge, and build community. Participation also gives you access to her digital library, which contains an endless amount of online yoga classes, lectures, guest instructors, and more. The bottom line is that Reika's mentorship program offers a very valuable and rare opportunity to be mentored by a seasoned and knowledgeable yoga instructor who really cares about each one of her mentees, and who strives to help each individual in her program reach their full potential. "
-B.P.
"Reika is truly one of the most authentic, brilliant, and just warm and wonderful people I know. As someone who has been through many different yoga trainings under various organizations, I can honestly say that Reika's mentorship program is the most comprehensive, informative, and maybe most importantly, inclusive in which I've participated to date. She puts significant effort into each aspect of her program - teaching (her classes are awesome!), philosophy talks, guest speakers, and even opportunities for cueing/adjustment workshops and practice teaching. I could keep writing the many fantastic things about her and her offerings, but will end by saying do yourself a favor and invest in your personal or professional development as a yoga student and/or yoga teacher with her - you won't be disappointed! "
-S.D.
Frequently asked questions
I am currently in 200YTT OR I don't currently teach yoga, can I still join the program?
YES! You are welcome to join the mentorship program as long as you have the desire to learn and deepen your skills and knowledge as a yoga teacher and student.
What if I can't attend the class live, will it be recorded?
Although it is highly encouraged to attend the classes live and on time, yes all the online Zoom classes and workshops will be recorded.
Can I book extra 1-on-1 with Reika?
Yes. For module 2, 1-on-1 with Reika can be scheduled for a discounted rate of $20 per one-hour session.
I really would like to join the program but I am in financial hardship.
Reika will not turn anyone away who are genuinely interested and committed to join the program. There are work-trade, financial aid, sliding-scale, and payment plans available. Contact Reika privately to inquire.
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