Overview
West-East Traditional Yoga School in St. Louis, founded in 1997, is the city’s oldest yoga teacher training program. Registered with Yoga Alliance, the school provides 200-hour and 300-hour certification programs rooted in Iyengar, Hatha, and Vinyasa styles. The curriculum emphasizes alignment, anatomy, philosophy, and teaching methodology, with practical teaching hours and a field trip to a Bikram class. Beyond teacher training, the school offers group classes and workshops for all levels, in-studio and online, focusing on balancing body, mind, and spirit. Instructors draw on decades of experience in meditation and pranayama to guide students. The school also runs a Children’s Yoga Certification and international programs in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and México. A graduate praised the knowledgeable instructors and engaging curriculum, noting the training deepened their practice and teaching skills. West-East serves a dedicated community, partnering with local parks departments for enrollment and tuition payments.
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed | – |
| Sunday | Closed | – |
Studio in Details
Overview
West-East Traditional Yoga School, founded in 1997 by Program Director Jaime Sanchez ND, is the oldest yoga teacher training program in St. Louis. The school blends eastern traditions with modern practice, emphasizing alignment, breath, and mindful movement. As a Yoga Alliance-registered school, it offers a thorough curriculum that covers anatomy, philosophy, and hands-on teaching techniques. The studio fosters a supportive community where students can deepen their personal practice or prepare for a career in teaching.
Programs & Training
The core offerings are 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Alliance-certified teacher training programs. The 200-hour curriculum includes asana practice in Iyengar, Hatha, and Vinyasa styles, plus pranayama, meditation, anatomy, yoga philosophy from the Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita, and teaching methodology. Students also visit a Bikram class and a chiropractic clinic. The program requires a minimum of one year of personal practice and an open mind. Tuition for the 200-hour is $2,500 paid in full or $2,700 on a payment plan, with a $250 deposit. Additional offerings include a Children’s Yoga Certification Training and international programs in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and México.
Class Offerings & Community
Beyond teacher training, West-East offers group yoga classes and workshops for all levels, both in-studio and online. The approach focuses on balancing body, mind, and spirit through traditional practices. Instructors are experienced and work with students to tailor the experience to individual goals. The school also engages with the broader yoga community, promoting safe, equitable teaching. A 200-hour YTT graduate described the training as engaging and confidence-building, with knowledgeable instructors. The studio serves the St. Louis area and partners with local parks and recreation departments for registration.