Ashtanga Teacher Training immersion with Ryan Spielman

Continuing professional development for yoga teachers

Ashtanga Teacher Training Immersion with Ryan Spielman. In this 70-hour teacher training Ryan will share a comprehensive approach to teaching the primary series of the Ashtanga Vinyasa system.

This course is for teachers who want continuing professional development (CPD)  and Ashtanga teachers who want to enrich their knowledge. If you are a serious and regular student of Ashtanga yoga you will also be considered for the course, please get in touch. 

The course will cover 

• History and philosophy of ashtanga vinyasa yoga
• Asana technique
• Modifications for all body types
• The intelligent use of props
• Working with injuries
• Hands-on adjustments for every posture
• Tools, tips and tricks to enhance your skills as a teacher and much more. 

Week 1: Monday 23rd September to Friday 27th – 10am to 5pm

Will cover the principles of ashtanga yoga including bandhas, breath and drishti. We go systematically through the primary series posture by posture discussing proper technique. You will learn how to modify poses so that all body types, personalities and fitness levels can benefit from the practice. We will discuss effective techniques of teaching. There will be loads of asana practice and teaching practice.  Click here to book for week one. 

Week 2: Monday 11th November to Friday 15th November – 10am to 5pm 

Hands-on adjustments. We will go posture by posture learning how to safely and effectively use hands-on adjustments to facilitate students’ practice. The week will be full of valuable information for your own personal practice. It will offer unique perspectives on alignment and body awareness. You will learn invaluable tools like empathy, sensitivity and interpersonal awareness. Each day will include a review of previous days. It will include loads of teaching and asana practice. You will be exhausted by the end! Click here to book for week two. 

Booking details and fees

Fees are listed below. Please note bookings are non-transferable and no refunds are permitted, please ensure you can attend before committing. As the course runs over 10 days, over two separate weeks, you have the option to book for one week, or both. If you wish to book for both weeks, please email and we will apply a discount to your booking. 

£1000 for both dates –  early bird booking by June 23 is £900
£650 for just one week – early bird booking by June 23  is £575