200 & 300 Hour Trainings
Program begins October 2025 in mansfield
2026 Costa rica Immersion
October 2025
Join us in Mansfield this October for an immersive journey into the heart of yoga and Ayurveda.
Co-led by James and Ali Nohinek, this program draws on decades of lived experience in the fields of classical Tantra, the Yoga Sūtras, biomechanics, Thai medicine, Ayurveda, and Vinyasa Krama. Together, we guide students through a journey of seeing with new eyes.
You’ll explore the energetic anatomy of the elements, the structure of the subtle and physical body, the doshas, and how these forces express themselves in both practice and life. You’ll learn how to design and adapt practices that are deeply personalized—aligned with an individual’s mechanical and elemental needs.
You’ll also learn to chant Sanskrit mantra and integrate sound as a transformative tool, both within your own daily practice and in the classroom, enriching your ability to guide others with depth and authenticity.
We offer both 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Alliance–registered certification programs. The 300-hour track is intended for those who have already completed a 200-hour training. If you haven’t yet done a 200-hour program, we recommend beginning there to lay a strong and integrated foundation.
This training is experiential, personal, and profound—and it will change the way you see the body, the breath, and the world.
Embodied Biomechanics & Ayurveda
This portion of the training bridges modern movement science with traditional wisdom systems to help you understand how and why bodies hurt—and how to help them heal. You’ll learn how to see and read bodies with precision, recognizing patterns of pain, tension, immobility, and weakness, and how to work therapeutically to support long-term relief and integration.
Through the lens of movement ecology, biomechanics, and natural movement, we address the root causes of pain in the modern body—from prolonged sitting to repetitive strain—and give you tools to restore function and freedom through informed practice.
You’ll also explore the energetics of sequencing, learning how to layer movement, mantra, and breath in ways that align with the Prāṇa Vāyus, chakras, and Ayurvedic principles. You’ll learn how to craft intelligent, personalized practices that don’t just stretch the body—but shift energy, restore balance, and awaken awareness.
In the Ayurvedic dimension of this training, you’ll go beyond dosha quizzes and food lists. You’ll dive into the psychology of Ayurveda—how our elemental makeup shapes our mind, behavior, and relationships—and how to implement Ayurveda as a way of life in your daily rhythm and in the lives of those you serve.
Tantra
Tantra is the energetic and philosophical thread that runs through every part of this training—not a style, but a way of seeing, living, and practicing with intention. Influenced by the deep wisdom of the Śrī Vidyā lineage, Swami Satyananda Saraswati, and the clarity of Christopher Wallis, our approach is both precise and deeply personal.
In this portion of the training, we explore how to manipulate prāṇa with precision—learning to direct energy through intention (bhāvanā) and apply the tools of āsana, bandha (energetic locks), mantra, prāṇāyāma, meditation, and Ayurvedic insight to bring the system back into balance.
This is not surface-level practice. It’s the study of energetics, of seeing what’s present and knowing what to offer. You’ll learn how to assess imbalance, how to meet it with skill, and how to work with subtle and gross layers of the body to support deep transformation—for yourself and for others.
More than anything, this training will sharpen your vision: to see yourself differently, to witness the unfolding of your own inner life with clarity, and to recognize the divine as something not outside of you, but alive and moving within.
The Yoga Sutras
This portion of the training is led by James Nohinek, whose study and lived application of the Yoga Sūtra of Patañjali forms one of the most unique and transformative aspects of our program. Here, we explore the Sūtras not as distant philosophy, but as a map of the mind, a profound system of yogic psychology that helps us understand human behavior, perception, suffering, and the nature of transformation.
Rather than treating the Sūtras as a series of abstract ideas or intellectual philosophy, James guides students into the practical and internal logic of the text—how the mind works, how impressions are formed, how suffering takes root, and how we return to clarity. You’ll learn how to see the patterns within yourself and others, and how to use the Sūtras as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool for emotional, mental, and spiritual imbalance.
This is not a “learn-the-eight-limbs” type of teaching. It is a deconstruction of your current way of seeing, and a reconstruction of a new, clear vision based on the direct perception of samādhi as the foundational principle of yoga.
The result is a reorientation of your inner landscape—one that will inform the way you teach, relate, communicate, and move through the world.
200-Hour & 300-Hour Yoga + Ayurveda Teacher Training
Begins October 23, 2025
Yoga Alliance Registered | In-Person | Every Other Weekend
This immersive teacher training is rooted in Classical Tantra, Ayurvedic Medicine, Biomechanics, and the deeper science of the subtle body. Whether you are stepping onto the teaching path for the first time, or seeking to deepen an already rich practice, this training is designed to meet you where you are — and take you where you’re meant to go.
Training Format
Thursdays & Fridays: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Held every other weekend, in-person
200-Hour Certification Track
Total In-Person Hours: 170
Training Dates:
October 23–26, 2025
November 6–9, 2025
November 20–23, 2025
December 4–7, 2025
December 18–21, 2025
January 1–4, 2026
January 15–18, 2026
January 29 – February 1, 2026
February 12–15, 2026
300-Hour Certification Track
Total In-Person Hours: 275
Includes all of the above, plus:
February 26 – March 1, 2026
March 12–15, 2026
March 26–29, 2026
April 9–12, 2026
April 23–26, 2026
Tuition
200-Hour Program: $3,500
300-Hour Program: $4,500
Payment plans are available upon request.
We are happy to work with you to create a payment structure that aligns with your financial flow.
Kundalini Shakti
The problem in our modern times is that many on the spiritual path have experienced an awakening of their kundalini energy. The problem is that these awakenings lack integration and maintenance. There is a systematic approach in which sequence is instrumental in the slow progressive integration of the kundalini energy. This ensures sustainability and safety.
This journey is your own journey through the awakening of kundalini shakti in each of the chakras. By flushing kundalini through the particular chakras, all of the impressions(samskaras) that are stored in these centers are burned.
The result is a completely new you. A you with new thoughts, likely a completley different look and ultimately one that is happy & free.
Mantra and Sanskrit
In yoga we have a variety of tools to attain the ultimate goal of yoga: actualizing our fullest potential. Mantra is one of these tools. The subtlety of mantra is the reason it is so profound as it is expansive and the effect permeates the material plane of existence while accessing the subtle layers as well. Our mouth is a tool for directing the flow of prana. We can use sound and breath to expel energy. Contrarily, we can use sound to draw the energy back into ourselves.
Students will learn a variety of mantras to use for personal use and with private clients and during class
Students will learn about the use of Sanskrit. What is Sanskrit and proper pronunciation of the various sounds and letters.
The efficacy in utilizing in an intelligent manner one of the most refined tools we have available to us: sound.
Yoga as Therapy
Every pose that was created was designed to be medicine. THIS reverence and attention is the ideal in structuring our own classes and individual private sessions. This yoga therapy opportunity will be very hands on as we will be diving into postural alignment, how to read the body and how to create personalized exercises for each individual.
How to cater to injuries
How to assist individuals recover from surgery
How to personalize practices to suite the class energetically
– Key Alignment principles that when utilized will give you an incredibly easy access to cuing your classes and privates to be therapy always.
-Hands on adjustments and the art of giving hands on assists is intuitive and learned. This is a hands on experience where we will dive into how and when to give hands on assists in a class and private session.
Ayurveda
Understanding Ayurveda as the sister science of yoga is a deeply profound way to connect you as a teacher, and practitioner of yoga to what yoga really is and how to integrate it FULLY into your life. Yoga without Ayurveda is like waffles without syrup. Do you want bread, or do you want the sweetness of the waffle experience. Without the syrup you don’t have waffles. And without Ayurveda you are really practicing calisthenics. Ayurveda is the thread that stitches the postures, the daily routines and the diet and lifestyle practices together.
This portion of the program will include:
Understanding the philosophy and theory of Ayurvedic medical theory: I.e Element theory.
Understanding element theory and how to use this understanding in personalizing your own yoga practice, and how to adjust your food intake along with learning how to help others do the same
Understanding how to work with symptoms
Understanding how prana moves in the body (prana vayus)
Sanskrit and Mantra
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Mantra yoga is said to be the highest form of yoga. Sanskrit is not just the language of yoga—it is the sound of consciousness itself. More than words, Sanskrit carries vibration, resonance, and meaning all at once. It is a living language, designed to awaken the subtle body, align the nervous system, and gently open the gateways of the mind.
When we speak or chant in Sanskrit, we’re not just making sound—we are engaging with the fabric of nature, weaving ourselves back into the rhythm of the cosmos. Its precise structure tones the nervous system, deepens perception, and increases our sensitivity to the unseen.
This sensitivity becomes the foundation for deeper growth in both Yoga and Ayurveda—making us more attuned to the elements within us and around us. Sanskrit becomes a teacher in itself, guiding us toward clarity, insight, and connection with the sacred.
In this training, we honor the Sri Vidya lineage and explore Sanskrit in a traditional setting, call and response which cultivates a felt experience—an invitation to return to what is whole, wise, and already within.
A La Carte Courses
Are you interested in our Teacher Training content but not quite ready to commit to a full 300-hour program, either in terms of time or finances? Radiant Sun Academy is proud to be certified as a Yoga Alliance Registered School offering both 200 and 300-hour programs, along with Continuing Education hours. Our A La Carte Courses are designed to provide accessible options for students, allowing them to gain Continuing Education hours or work towards their 200 or 300-hour certification at their own pace.
Mantra, Meditation, and Introduction to Sanskrit
Mantra/Meditation/Introduction to Sanskrit: $350 USD
Discover the profound world of Mantra, Meditation, and the beauty of Sanskrit. Dive into the rich traditions of ancient practices that open the doors to inner peace and self-discovery. Explore this course further on our website.
Yoga Sutras Chapters 1 and 2: The Foundation of Yoga Philosophy
Yoga Sutras Chapter 1 and 2: $250 USD
Embark on a comprehensive journey through the foundational teachings of yoga philosophy as we explore Yoga Sutras Chapters 1 and 2 together. These chapters lay the cornerstone for a deep understanding of yoga, its principles, and the path to self-realization.
Studying Chapters 1 and 2 together offers a holistic view of the yogic path, bridging the theoretical and practical aspects of yoga philosophy.
Course Highlights:
By studying Yoga Sutras Chapters 1 and 2 together, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of yoga’s philosophy, principles, and practical applications. These chapters provide a solid foundation for anyone interested in the transformative power of yoga and self-realization.
Join us on this enlightening journey as we explore the essence of yoga and the practical path to living a life of purpose, balance, and inner peace.
Delve into the wisdom of Yoga Sutras Chapters 1 and 2. Gain insights into the principles and philosophy that form the foundation of yoga. More information coming soon.
Yoga Sutras Chapter 3: Exploring the Power of the Mind
Yoga Sutras Chapter 3: $175 USD
Embark on a transformative journey through Yoga Sutras Chapter 3, known as “Vibhuti Pada.” This chapter unravels the immense potential of the human mind and its capacity to attain extraordinary powers and spiritual growth.
In our Yoga Sutras Chapter 3 course, we delve into the profound teachings that explore the concept of “Vibhuti” or “manifestations.” This chapter highlights the importance of focusing the mind and harnessing its immense potential for personal and spiritual development.
Course Highlights:
Our Yoga Sutras Chapter 3 course is designed for individuals who seek to deepen their understanding of the mind’s potential, meditation, and the application of yogic principles in everyday life. Whether you’re an experienced yogi or a yoga teacher, this course offers a profound exploration of the mind’s power and its role in the journey of self-discovery.
Join us in uncovering the wisdom of Yoga Sutras Chapter 3, as we explore the vast potential of the human mind and its role in realizing our innermost aspirations.
Continue your journey into the Yoga Sutras with Chapter 3. Discover the profound teachings that guide us towards self-realization. More information coming soon.
Yoga Sutras Chapter 4: Unlocking the Profound Wisdom
Yoga Sutras Chapter 4: $175 USD
Dive deep into the transformative wisdom of Yoga Sutras Chapter 4 with our comprehensive course. Chapter 4, known as “Kaivalya Pada,” holds the key to liberation and the ultimate state of enlightenment in the practice of yoga.
In this course, we unravel the profound teachings of Chapter 4, which explores the concept of “Kaivalya” or “isolation.” This chapter delves into the highest form of liberation, where the practitioner transcends the limitations of the self and unites with the universal consciousness.
Course Highlights:
Our Yoga Sutras Chapter 4 course is designed for practitioners who seek to deepen their understanding of yoga philosophy, meditation, and the path to spiritual liberation. Whether you are a dedicated yogi or a yoga teacher looking to expand your knowledge, this course offers a profound exploration of the philosophical heart of yoga.
Join us on this enlightening journey as we unlock the wisdom of Yoga Sutras Chapter 4 and take steps closer to the realization of our true self.
More information coming soon.
Vinyasa Krama
Vinyasa Krama: $350 USD
This course is a deep dive into yoga mechanics, Ayurveda, and the interplay between the physical body and the environment. Learn how to read bodies, address modern body deformities, and understand the eight primal principles that will elevate your skills as a physical therapist. Explore the energetics of sequencing and immerse yourself in chakras, prana vayus, and sequencing dynamics. You’ll emerge with the tools to create sequences tailored to your clients’ tendencies, doshas, and body types, whether for classes or private sessions. Your teachings will be unique and deeply enriching.
More information coming soon.
Kundalini Tantra
Kundalini Tantra: $350 USD
Embark on a transformative 9-month journey into Kundalini Tantra. This course offers an opportunity for students to engage in 30-minute consultations with Ayurvedic Consultant James and Yoga Therapist Ali every week, as well as access to them via WhatsApp Messenger. Dive into the profound wisdom of Kundalini Tantra and transform your practice and understanding of the self. More information coming soon.
The problem in our modern times is that many on the spiritual path have experienced an awakening of their kundalini energy. The problem is that these awakenings lack integration and maintenance. There is a systematic approach in which sequence is instrumental in the slow progressive arousal of the kundalini energy, which is the most ideal way to awaken this dormant energy. This journey is your own journey through the awakening of kundalini shakti in each of the chakras. By flushing kundalini through the particular chakras, all of the impressions (samskaras) that are stored in these centers are burned.
The result is a completely new you. A you with new thoughts, likely a completley different look and ultimately one that is happy & free.
Meet your program instructors, James and Ali
James and Ali Nohinek are the founders of Radiant Sun Academy. James and Ali sold their yoga studio of 9 years located in Fort Worth, Texas in order to live more in alignment with their yogic and ayurvedic values. They moved in August of 2023 to an Eco Village in Costa Rica and moved back to Mansfield in the winter of 2024.
James is an Ayurvedic Practitioner from The California College of Ayurveda, and 500-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher, and Ali is a 500hr E-Registered Yoga Teacher with over 20,000 hours of teaching Yoga experience. Ali is also a Thai Medicine Practitioner and Reiki Master who is skilled at chanting mantra, yoga therapy, yoga energetics, biomechanics and the art of masterful teaching
Yoga is a means to freedom and is a pathway to manifest any desire.
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