Yoga & Aerial Yoga Teacher Training RI

Meet Your Instructors

Training with both Vincent and Carmen gives you the best of two worlds — the innovation and depth of AIReal™’s founder paired with expert-level instruction and real-world career mentorship from Phoenix Rising’s lead educator. Together, they guide Phoenix Rising’s Yoga & Aerial Teacher Training, offering an experience unmatched by any other YTT program in Rhode Island.

Master AIReal™ Instructor • Owner, Phoenix Rising • 500-Hour YTT

Vincent Brown

Vincent brings a grounded, intelligent approach to teaching shaped by over five years of teaching at yoga festivals across the United States, including a returning role at the Berkshire Yoga Festival. As a master AIReal™ instructor and studio owner, he mentors trainees in advanced sequencing, hands-on teaching, and building sustainable teaching careers.

Founder of AIReal™ Yoga • Cirque du Soleil Choreographer• International Presenter

Carmen Curtis

Carmen is a pioneer in aerial yoga and the creator of the first AIReal™ Yoga program recognized by Yoga Alliance®. Her mastery of movement and education brings a unique level of artistry and precision to this training. Learning from Carmen is a rare opportunity normally only available at her California studio.

200-Hour Hybrid Yoga & Aerial Teacher Training

A Yoga Alliance®–approved hybrid Yoga Teacher Training based in Rhode Island, certifying you in both Yoga and AIReal™ Aerial Yoga, with lifetime digital access and personalized mentorship.

Based at Phoenix Rising in Smithfield, Rhode Island, our 200-hour Hybrid Yoga & Aerial Teacher Training is designed for dedicated students ready to teach with confidence. This program blends flexible, self-paced online education with immersive in-person training, allowing students from Rhode Island and beyond to train at a professional level without putting life on pause.

Led by Vincent Brown, master AIReal™ instructor and owner of Phoenix Rising, alongside Carmen Curtis, creator of AIReal™ Yoga and an internationally recognized leader in aerial movement, this training offers depth, precision, and real-world applicability.

You’ll graduate with two professional certifications:

A full 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (Yoga Alliance®–approved)
A 50-Hour AIReal™ Aerial Yoga Certification

Together, these credentials position you well beyond traditional YTT graduates, opening doors to teaching opportunities in studios, specialty programs, and private settings.

Throughout your in-person training experiences, you’ll develop intelligent sequencing skills, applied anatomy knowledge, trauma-aware communication, hands-on assists, and a grounded understanding of the business of teaching yoga. The program emphasizes inclusivity and adaptability, preparing you to support diverse student populations, including individuals with back pain, Parkinson’s, scoliosis, ADHD, and more.

A defining feature of this hybrid Yoga Teacher Training is an exclusive in-person weekend with Carmen Curtis, founder of AIReal™ Yoga and Cirque du Soleil performer. Training directly with Carmen—an opportunity typically available only at her California studio—gives Phoenix Rising trainees rare access to advanced aerial methodology and mentorship that sets this program apart nationally.

Yoga Alliance® Certified

Graduate with a credential recognized by studios locally, nationally, and internationally. This certification is essential for teaching professionally and Phoenix Rising is one of the few Yoga Alliance–approved schools in Rhode Island.

Includes AIReal 50 cert.

Earn a complete AIReal™ Aerial Yoga certification taught in part directly by Carmen Curtis, the founder of AIReal™ Yoga. This dual-certification immediately sets you apart from standard YTT graduates.

Real Practice Teaching

You’ll participate in our Emerging Instructors Series, offering real classes to the community inside Phoenix Rising. This hands-on experience builds confidence and prepares you for teaching in the real world.

Business Mentorship

We help you understand how to turn your skills into sustainable income. Whether you want to teach part-time, full-time, or move toward owning your own studio, our guidance gives you a practical roadmap.

Hybrid Learning with Lifetime Access

Study at your own pace with flexible digital modules. Revisit the material anytime and join future trainings as an audit student at no extra cost. This keeps your knowledge sharp long-term.

Intelligent Sequencing and Applied Anatomy

Learn how the body works and how to design safe, effective classes with purpose. This empowers you to support students with physical and emotional needs using proven sequencing strategies.

One Year of AIReal™

Enjoy free access to the AIReal™ online platform for an entire year. You’ll be able to take classes, stay inspired, and remain connected to a global teaching community.

Professional Gear

Your training includes yoga blocks, a yoga wheel, and a yoga mat of your choice from Phoenix Rising — everything you need to begin your teaching journey fully equipped.