About this Event
Learn how to confidently lead safe, meaningful outdoor yoga experiences.
The ExploreMore Nature Yoga Workshop is a hybrid, self-paced training designed for yoga instructors, outdoor leaders, and wellness professionals who want to take their practice outside—intentionally, ethically, and safely.
Whether you’re brand new to teaching yoga in nature or already leading outdoor classes and want to deepen your skills, this certification gives you the tools, confidence, and professional framework to create truly transformative outdoor yoga experiences.
You’ll learn how to adapt yoga for real-world environments, guide mindful movement on trails and in parks, and connect students to nature through grounding and forest bathing—while respecting the land and those who share it.
Flexible Hybrid Format (Built for Real Life)
This certification is designed to fit your schedule.
- Self-paced online coursework — work through video lectures and materials on your own time, from anywhere
- Monthly live Zoom calls — join optional live sessions for Q&A, discussion, and community learning
- In-person cohort requirement — complete your certification by attending any scheduled in-person cohort (see upcoming dates below)
- Alternative options available — if you’re unable to attend an in-person cohort, we’ll schedule a call with you to discuss other completion pathways
⏱ Average total time commitment: ~15 hours
Why Choose the Nature Yoga Certification?
Gain Specialized Outdoor Yoga Expertise
Learn how to safely and confidently lead yoga in natural settings, including:
- Outdoor-friendly sequencing
- How to incorporate grounding and forest bathing into your practice
- Location selection and risk awareness
- Leave No Trace–aligned instruction
Earn 15 Yoga Alliance CEUs
This certification is approved for 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Yoga Alliance, helping you stay current and expand your professional offerings.
Stand Out & Expand Your Reach
Differentiate yourself in the growing outdoor yoga and wellness space. Learn how to work with parks, land managers, cities, and organizations to offer meaningful outdoor classes and events.
Build a Sustainable Offering
Explore the business side of outdoor yoga—whether you’re adding a side offering, expanding studio programming, or building a full outdoor wellness brand.
What’s Included in the Certification
- ExploreMore Nature Yoga Certification
- Leave No Trace Awareness Certification
- 15 Yoga Alliance CEU Hours
- Self-paced online coursework
- Monthly live Zoom calls
- Ongoing email support
- In-person cohort (or approved alternative pathway)
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this certification, you’ll understand how to:
- Lead yoga safely and effectively in outdoor environments
- Apply the 7 Leave No Trace Principles in alignment with yogic ethics
- Incorporate grounding and forest bathing into outdoor yoga classes
- Use anatomy and movement to support hiking, balance, and injury prevention
- Adapt breathwork and meditation for trails, parks, and open spaces
- Identify and manage outdoor hazards and environmental risks
- Choose appropriate gear for varying terrain and weather conditions
- Design yoga sequences that support strength, balance, and flexibility before and after hikes
- Find and responsibly use both popular and lesser-known local trails
- Partner with parks, cities, and organizations for outdoor programming
- Create unique, restorative outdoor yoga experiences your students will remember
- Build a side hustle or full business around hiking, yoga, and outdoor wellness
- And more (as we get inspired, we often add lessons to the online dashboard that you can always access)
Join From Anywhere
This certification is on demand—start anytime, from anywhere.
Complete the online portions at your own pace, join live Zoom sessions as your schedule allows, and finish your certification when you attend an in-person cohort (or discuss an alternative option with our team).
Upcoming in person cohorts 2026
Friday, March 6th 1pm-5pm - Dallas TX
Friday, May 1st 1pm-5pm - Dallas TX
Friday, September 4th 1pm-5pm - Dallas TX
Friday November 6th 1pm-5pm - Dallas TX
📩 Questions?
Email us at — we’re happy to help.
Payment options:
- Register through Eventbrite
- Or sign up on the ExploreMore website here and email us at [email protected] to be added to the in person workshop.
Space for the in person practicum is limited to 15 participants, with a minimum of 5 required to hold the workshop.
For more information, fill out our interest form or contact us at
📧 [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Samuell Farm, 100 U.S. 80, Mesquite, United States
USD 289.61
