Embodied Faith
A simple way to bring faith, movement, and Scripture together.
What if slowing down your body could help create more space for prayer, reflection and connection with God?
Embodied Faith is a free course designed for Christians who want to explore simple,
practical ways of becoming more present, calm, and open to God.
Learn how to combine gentle movement, breathing, and Scripture reading in ways you can use personally or share with your church community.
We don’t only experience faith with our minds
Our minds can be too busy at times to slow down, be more present to listen and pray.
Why I Turned My Practice Into Purpose
I'm Rie, founder of CrossYoga. It was a path that grew out of a University degree in Social Science, years of theology training, and eventually, over 3,000 hours of teaching yoga.
The more I experienced how movement and stillness could deepen my walk with God, the more I knew this couldn't stay just my own practice.
CrossYoga exists to train those who want to carry that same peace and share it with others, helping people experience God’s peace and love.
My hope is that you’ll walk away from this training changed, and share that change to everyone you teach.
Who should take
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Embodied Faith
Embodied Faith was created especially for Christians who want to explore new ways of helping people connect faith with everyday life.
Church and ministry leaders
Looking for simple practices to incorporate into prayer gatherings, small groups, retreats, or other church settings.
Bible group leaders
Wanting a meaningful way to help people slow down and be more discerning before reading and discussing Scripture.
Preachers and teachers
Looking for alternative ways to help people engage with the message of the Gospel, not only through listening, but through reflection and experience.
Christians exploring their own prayer life
Wanting a simple practice they can use at home to calm their minds, become present, and make space for prayer.
Christians exploring their own prayer life
Wanting a simple practice they can use at home to calm their minds, become present, and make space for prayer.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
-Matthew 11:28-30
How can I use this?
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Posture Analysis
Learn +60 of the most common postures. Alignment, common mistakes, getting in/out of postures
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How to Theme & Create Christian Yoga
Lean how to be creative with your theme and teach with confidence
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Sequencing
Create a class where you move naturally from one posture to the next. Moving all of your body!
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Meditation
Get familiar with six different styles of meditation. Learn to guide Christian mediations
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The structure of a class
How plan and teach a well-rounded class where students feel a ease
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Anatomy
Explore the wonders of the muscles and skeleton and how this impact yoga postures
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Yoga History and Philosophy
seen through the linses of faith. Learn about the wild development of yoga
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Yoga for Trauma and Stress
Learn trauma informed yoga and how yoga impact the nervous system
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Marketing and Social Media
How to get people to join your classes and structure workshops, retreats ect.
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Yoga for Every Body!
Yoga for different populations. E.g. try Christ centered yoga for teens, chair and kids yoga
How it works
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Study at your own pace
The training can be accessed on an online platform called, Thinkific, mostly video lessons, with reading, reflection, and assignments you complete whenever it fits your life. Most students finish within 6 to 12 months — giving you room to move through the training at a pace that fits your life.
Join live sessions when it suits you
You'll attend 6 live online video calls out of 11 offered throughout the year, pick the dates that work for your schedule.
Get personalized feedback
You'll be paired with an experienced trainer who reviews your practice videos and gives you personal, one-on-one feedback as you grow.
Practice with real students
To make this training as close as an in-person training, when you’re ready, you’ll get the chance to teach three in-person classes, experience what it’s like to guide others, and receive feedback along the way.
Listen to Lead Trainer and Founder Rie Skårhøj
as she introduces the training in this video!
You’ll be better equipped to decide if this training is for you!
In the video, I share why I’m excited about this training and what make CrossYoga Academy stand out compared to other yoga schools.
CrossYoga Academy Mission Statement
CrossYoga Academy exists to create a community of instructors who are technically excellent and spiritually mature. We want to see more instructors who awake faith in God’s grace and bring healing love to this world.
Dreaming of becoming a CrossYoga instructor?
See if you’re qualified for a grant.
No matter where you live, you can apply for a grant that lifts off 40% or 60% of the price.
Learn more and apply here.
There is no refund after purchase. You will have access to the e-learning program “Thinkific” for two years after your purchase.
Meet some of Your Teachers
Trainer:
Mackenzie Kuhudzayi (500RYT)
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Mackenzie is from Zimbabwe in Africa is often teaching on Zoom calls :)
Trainer:
Charlotte Fladvad (500-RYT)
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Charlotte has a background in dance, exercise and music and has a college education in Sports, Health, and Outdoor activities. She has a passion for movement and embodiment. As a Christian, she has always felt the need to embody faith, through dance, music, and movement. In CrossYoga she found just that. Charlotte lives in Oslo, Norway, where she teaches CrossYoga, pre and post-natal yoga and yoga for kids and families. She is the contact person of CrossYoga Norway.
In addition to working as a yoga teacher, she is a Social Worker and uses yoga and Trauma-sensitive Yoga in her work with youth. She also offers Trauma-sensitive yoga (TCTSY) as an adjunct treatment for PTSD and complex trauma.
Lead Trainer:
Rie Frilund Skårhøj (E-RYT 500)
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Certified Youth Yoga Teacher and specialist in Yoga Philosophy & History as well as Yoga anatomy. She has a Masters in Social Science from Copenhagen University and two years study in Theology.
Rie is the founder of CrossYoga. She has been teaching yoga since 2014 and fitness since 2010. She hosts retreats as well as workshops and teacher trainings internationally.
Rie is married with 3 kids and enjoys life in Copenhagen, Denmark. Besides doing CrossYoga, she is self-employed as a speaker and consultant. Rie has written 3 books, and is the main author of the manual: “Learning CrossYoga: A Guide to Christian Yoga.”
Dip Your Toes In: Free Preview
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All the Pratical Information
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+30 More basic postures (asanas) with ‘Posture Analysis videos’
How to plan and theme a class
The origin and development of yoga
Sequencing
Meditation and various meditation techniques as well as Christian meditation
Yoga anatomy - how does yoga impact the body and mind?
Introduction to Christian theology and yoga philosophy
Ethics and good practice as a yoga instructor
CrossYoga - the story behind the network and internation vision
Different types of yoga e.g. vinyasa, flow, power, and yin yoga
The use of props: blocks, chairs, and straps
How to develop yourself as a yoga instructor
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Learn additional +30 postures (asanas) with ‘Posture Analysis videos’.
Advanced sequencing: What poses work well together. How to include the whole body in a sequence so your students become both stronger and more flexible.
Dive deeper into traditional and modern yoga philosophy.
Anatomy - that you can remember and that makes you a better instructor.
Adaptive yoga: How to teach a class with a variety of injuries and levels.
Introduction to kids’ yoga, chair yoga, yoga for teens, etc.
Yoga and 'the anatomy of the soul'. How yoga can be a healing tool.
Trauma-informed yoga teaching.
Meditation: More styles and variations.
Make the dream come true: Marketing and how to get people to attend your yoga events or classes.
Time for you to reflect and meditate on your calling and what season God is calling you into.
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Access to Thinkific - our online e-learning platform. The training mainly consists of videos and large parts of the reading, you can read in the book: ‘Learning CrossYoga. A Guide to Christian Yoga’ By Rie Frilund Skårhøj and others. Click here to purchase the book.
Personal feedback. You'll be assigned to one of our experienced trainers. This person will give you feedback on your teaching.
Live sessions and community online.
A posture poster
Access to an exclusive International community with other instructors-to-be.
Class resources
CrossYoga and 200-hour Yoga Alliance approved certificate at the end of the training.
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To gain your 200 hour certification, you need to join six ‘Zoom-live sessions’. It’s your choice when you wanna join. We plan 11 calls during the year.
Topics are found in the schedule in ‘Thinkific’ - you access it after you have signed up.
Dates for Zoom calls 2026: 29/8 - 19/9 - 10/10 - 7/11 - 12/12
All dates are Saturdays: 2PM to 6PM Danish time. (8AM to noon American EST)
Dates for Live Zoom calls for New Zealand /Australian timezone: Dates are arranged separate every month!
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Read, watch, write, and reflect using the online portal ‘Thinkific’ (You log in from Thinkific - not this website)
Join 6 live-sessions on Zoom - with the feedback and recording you’ll get to the total amount that Yoga Alliance are requiring for online trainings.
Create a YouTube account/channel to privately upload the required videos. Your trainer will watch it there and give you feedback. There is a tutorial on Thinkific on how to set it up. You will have to upload a total of four videos of 30 minutes. The last of these 30-minute videos will be your final ‘exam' if you will. You’ll get personal feedback.
Attend 12 hours of CrossYoga pre-recorded videos from YouTube.
You will be given a personal online CrossYoga journal. Here you’ll write your answers and assignments given in ‘Thinkific’. The document is mainly for you and you can write in your own language if you like!
Teach three in-person 60-minute classes (with at least two participants). Get feedback from the participants.
Read parts of ‘The Anatomy of the Soul’ by Curt Thompson. (Purchase on Amazon or where you buy books. Not included in the price.) OR listen to the Podcasts on the topic!
Complete the training within 6 or 12 months . (Unless otherwise agreed upon.)
We don't beat around the bush and hide the price
Price and Payment Plans!
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Payment plan options: Spilt half or choose 5 or 8 monthly payments.
You might get a large price reduction!
We know that living conditions and income differ around the globe. That is why we offer you a huge price reduction (as low as 598€) if you live in countries like India, Nepal, Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand.
You will also get a reduction (as low as 998€) if you live in Eastern Europe & Middle East e.g. Balkans, Turkey, Middle East, North Africa.
Email support@crossyoga.org if you are eligible for a price reduction or unsure about your price!
Only 1995€ (2310$)
200hr Yoga Alliance certification
Frequently asked questions
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Many students start the training mainly to learn more about yoga for themselves, but end up wanting to teach CrossYoga. Doing a little yoga for some months before the training would be beneficial, as you will learn quicker if you are somewhat familiar with the poses.
You don’t need to be a certain body type or in shape to do the training! In fact we LOVE that we all look different, as God created us all uniquely. If you have injuries that prevent you from doing all the poses: don’t worry. There will be students looking for someone to teach them exactly the way you are able to!
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The 200hr training typically takes around 200 hours to complete, but everyone moves through it differently. Some love digging into the details, while others move faster , especially if you're already familiar with yoga postures and anatomy. To keep everything you've learned fresh, we ask that you complete the training within a year.
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The CrossYoga 200-Hour Training is for people who feel drawn to explore Christian yoga more deeply, whether that leads to teaching, ministry, personal growth, or simply a deeper understanding of faith and the body.
Once you complete the training, you'll be certified to teach Christian yoga in your own class, a small group, or your local community.
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The training is for everybody regardless of faith, race, identity or other things that can be used to differentiate us. You’ll learn to be a yoga instructor; this also means that you’ll be qualified* to teach in a “non-Christian studio.”
This training is based on Christian faith and we strive to make everything easy to understand and open to anybody!
Completing the 200 hour training will make you eligible to register as a yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance. This is completely optional, but some studios will require this certification to teach.
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You’ll have the option to choose your payment plan when you register, just click the drop down menu on the registration page (fix this language) Use this link to convert into your currency
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Participation in all the modules and program items is mandatory on the face to face trainings. Should injuries prevent you, you may sit and listen and instruct while seated.
In addition to the modules, there will be required reading materials in English. The reading can be done before the training starts.
In the Danish training only: It is expected that you do yoga on your own at least once a week during your training. This can be through online instruction or in person. You will evaluate the yoga classes you attend on your own by keeping a journal of your observations that you will share with a CrossYoga teacher.
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Yes, those who complete the 200-hr program will become a CrossYoga RYT with Yoga Alliance. Our 200 hour training is a registered Yoga Alliance School and is therefore a more extensive training compared to our basic 100 hour Module 1 course.
Those who only complete the 100 hour training (Module 1) will receive a CrossYoga certificate and will have to complete Module 2 in the future to become a Yoga Alliance Instructor.
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How Christian is This Training
CrossYoga Academy offers a high-quality training founded in both an academical and Christian mindset. We respect the roots of yoga and acknowledge that yoga has changed a lot since its early start.
As with most Yoga Teacher Trainings you are represented with spirituality so you learn about Christianity and e.g. how to theme a faith-based class. Which is why you don’t have to be Christian to join this training.
We do not take for granted the students that have a Christian faith.
We strive avoid words and phrases that are hard to grasp as we want to respect that we are all on different paths in our lives journey with spirituality.