Is the Brain Cradle manual Yoga Alliance–aligned?

Yes. All Brain Cradle manuals are developed in alignment with Yoga Alliance RYS standards for 200-, 300-, and 500-hour trainings.

Can I customize the manual with my school’s logo?

Yes. You can upload your logo, trainer bios, and school information through the customization service to make the manual unique to your program.

Do I need to be an E-RYT 500 to submit a Yoga Alliance application?

To qualify as a Lead Trainer for your RYS application, Yoga Alliance requires the credential of E-RYT 500. Brain Cradle helps ensure your application and manual meet all standards before submission.

Can Brain Cradle design my existing manual for print?

Yes. Our Layout Service formats existing manuals for 6x9 spiral-bound printing, ensuring professional presentation for your trainees.

Yoga Teacher Training FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a White-Label Yoga Training Manual?

A white-label product is created by one company but rebranded and used by others as their own.

Brain Cradle offers white-label Yoga Training Manuals designed to help instructors deliver structured, consistent, and high-quality yoga trainings. Instead of writing hundreds of pages from scratch, you can start with a professionally developed, fully customizable manual and adapt it to reflect your school’s unique vision.

2. How Did Brain Cradle Create This Training Manual?

Our RYS Training Manuals were developed through a careful process of:

Reviewing Yoga Alliance’s curriculum requirements
Collaborating with experienced E-RYT 500 professionals
Expanding on foundational concepts and definitions essential to RYS 200, RYS 300, and RYS 500 programs

The manuals are designed around three guiding questions:

What content should be included in yoga teacher training?
Why is this content essential for foundational or advanced training?
How should this content be delivered to trainees?

Brain Cradle provides the “what”—a comprehensive, Yoga Alliance-aligned framework—so lead trainers can focus on the “why” (purpose) and the “how” (delivery methods).

3. How Does Brain Cradle Support Trainees?

We know a training manual is more than just reference material—it’s a core learning tool. That’s why Brain Cradle manuals are:

Semi-workbook format – Trainees can take notes, annotate, and personalize their learning experience.
Visually supportive – Illustrations are designed with body neutrality in mind, encouraging trainees to focus on their own practice rather than comparison.
Customizable for schools – Manuals can be adapted with add-ons (Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Mythological Illustrations, etc.) to reflect your program’s unique style.

This combination makes the manual an active, student-friendly resource for deeper engagement and retention.

4. Can I Use This Training Manual in My Own Yoga Alliance RYS Application?

Yes. Once you purchase a Brain Cradle Training Manual, it’s yours to use and brand for your program.

However, please note:

Training manuals are sold separately from RYS submission services.
Lead Trainers must meet Yoga Alliance credential requirements before applying.
Brain Cradle’s submission services can streamline your RYS 200, RYS 300, or RYS 500 application review if your credentials are aligned with Yoga Alliance Standards. For confirmation on your eligibility, contact info@yogaalliance.org.

5. Does Brain Cradle Provide Refunds if My RYS Application Is Declined?

No. Brain Cradle does not provide refunds if an RYS application is declined. It is the client’s responsibility to ensure:

Their Lead Trainer meets Yoga Alliance's Credential requirements
Their Yoga Alliance account is in good standing with no outstanding grievances

When these requirements are met, Brain Cradle provides clear, streamlined support to help your application move forward smoothly. For questions about credentials or eligibility, please contact info@yogaalliance.org directly.

6. What asanas are included in the standard Brain Cradle manual?

Each Brain Cradle manual — whether for a 200-, 300-, or 500-hour training — includes a thoughtfully curated set of 38 foundational asanas. These postures create a balanced base of standing, seated, prone, and supine positions, along with backbends and balance work.

Core Asanas Included in Every Brain Cradle Manual:

Sukhasana | Easy Seat
Balasana | Child’s Pose

Bharmanasana | Tabletop

Tadasana | Mountain Pose

Adho Mukha Svanasana | Downward-Facing Dog

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana | Upward-Facing Dog

Phalakasana | Plank Pose

Vasisthasana | Side Plank Pose
Utkatasana | Chair Pose
Virabhadrasana I | Warrior I
Virabhadrasana II | Warrior II

Virabhadrasana III | Warrior III

Malasana | Garland Pose / Yogi Squat

Setu Bandhasana | Bridge Pose

Ustrasana | Camel Pose

Salabhasana | Locust Pose

Dhanurasana | Bow Pose

Navasana | Boat Pose
Chakrasana | Wheel Pose (Upward Bow)

Paschimottanasana | Seated Forward Fold

Ardha Kapotasana | Half Pigeon Pose

Apanasana — Knees-to-Chest Pose
Ananda Balasana | Happy Baby Pose
Savasana | Corpse Pose / Final Resting

Schools can add additional postures from the Expanded Asana Library, which features poses not already included in the manual. Each added asana is delivered as a fully formatted workbook page and seamlessly integrated into your custom manual.

Asana Library

Learn about Yoga Alliance standards and other tips for creating compliant yoga school manuals in our Blog.