Yoga Teacher Training

Vibrant, traditional Hatha 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training

We have two-course options for Yoga Teacher Training in the UK (Nottingham). An autumn/winter course, running weekends only Saturdays and Sundays, meeting once a month. And a spring/summer course, running weekdays Thursdays and Fridays, once a month.

Dates

  • 200 Hours - Weekends Only
    Location: Nottingham, East Midlands, UK
    Autumn/Winter Course Duration: November 2024 to Summer 2025
    Class Times: 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays and Sundays
    Meeting twice in June
    Register here

    Pre-Course Preparation:

    • Anatomy & Physiology (A&P): Complete the A&P modules online before the official start of the in-person training in January 2025.

    • Morning Practice Sessions:

      • November 9, 2024 (Saturday)

      • December 8, 2024 (Saturday)

    In-Person Training Dates:

    • January 11-12, 2025

    • February 8-9, 2025

    • March 8-9, 2025

    • April 5-6, 2025

    • May 10-11, 2025

    • June 8-9, 2025

    • June 21-22, 2025

    • July 5-6, 2025

    Closing Retreat and Graduation:

    The retreat day and graduation ceremony are planned for August or September 2025. Exact dates will be announced and confirmed before the official course start date.

  • 200 Hours - Weekdays Only
    Location: Nottingham, East Midlands, UK
    Spring Course Duration: March to December 2025
    Class Times: 10 AM to 5 PM on Thursdays and Fridays
    Meeting twice in June
    Register here

    Pre-Course Preparation:

    • Anatomy & Physiology (A&P): Complete the A&P modules online before the official start of the in-person training in May 2025.

    • Morning Practice Sessions:

      • March 23, 2025 (Friday)

      • April 27, 2025 (Friday)

    In-Person Training Dates:

    • May 24 and 25, 2025

    • June 21 and 22, 2025

    • June 28 and 29, 2025

    • July 10 and 11, 2025

    • September 25 and 26, 2025

    • October 23 and 24, 2025

    • November 20 and 21, 2025

    • December 13 and 14, 2025

    Closing Retreat and Graduation:

    The retreat day and graduation ceremony are planned for the weekend of 13/14 December 2025.

Teacher Training Course Fees

  • Payment Plans for the 200-hour Yoga training are available.

  • Upon registration, a deposit of £500 is required.

  • Monthly payments of £250 for 10 months will begin one month before the course begins.

  • Alternatively, a discounted total of £2750 is offered for payment in full.

  • Two half-price spots are available for individuals from the global majority and LGBTQ+ community. If you believe you qualify for this, please send an email to Bhavna to apply.

Initial Deposit for the 200-Hour Teacher Training Course:

  • To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of £500 is required.

  • Once you have received your offer letter, please pay the deposit to confirm your place.

    • All payments are made by bank transfer.

    • Once you are accepted onto the course, an offer letter outlining payment details will be sent via email.

    • Non-refundable deposit of £500 is required once your place is offered.

    • Your space is not secured until the deposit is received.

  • Our UK-approved course includes:

    • A comprehensive teacher training manual

    • All lectures, tuition, tests, and mentoring

    • A 200-hour certificate upon successful completion

    • Course books are not included in the fees. Expect to pay around £40 to £60 for your course books.

    • Travel fees are not included. You will need to pay for your own transportation and accommodation (if needed).

    • Teacher training insurance: You must arrange for your own insurance coverage in order to teach. This will be discussed during the business of Yoga sessions.

    • Yoga Teacher Alliance Membership: If you want to become an accredited yoga teacher with a Yoga Teacher Alliance International membership, there is an additional fee.

    • First Aid Certification: A valid first aid certificate is usually required towards the latter stages of the course.

Course Details

  • We cover the following topics:

    Yoga History and Traditions. Yoga Techniques, Teaching Methods, Class Plans and Sequencing Meditation, Mantras, and Mudra Kriyas, Bandhas, Chakras, and Pranayama Yoga Humanities, Philosophy, and Ethics, Anti-racist Practices and Cultural Awareness Anatomy & Physiology, Healthy movement Accessible Yoga

    Our 200-hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Training equips you to be a qualified Yoga Teacher in the UK, Europe, and Worldwide. The course is well-rounded and delivered in a non-dogmatic, practical, and meaningful manner.

    This is a carefully constructed Teacher Training programme, with regular ongoing support and input from our experienced teachers.

  • The programme is designed for any yoga student who would like to expand their knowledge, skills, and understanding of yoga and learn to teach it to an exceptional level. The course is also open to students who may not wish to teach classes to the public but want to gain insight to help their own professional and personal journey, such as physiotherapists or school teachers.

    Whatever your motivation to become a Yoga Teacher, the course requires dedication and commitment. It is a carefully constructed programme with regular ongoing support and input from our experienced teachers.

    Our Yoga Teacher Training attracts students from across the Midlands, the Northwest, and across the UK and Europe. Please note that if you are travelling from a distance, you are still required to attend the duration of the course. We ask students to have a regular two-year yoga practice to ensure they meet our prerequisites.

    • 9.30 am-11.00 am: Practical Session – Led Yoga Class

    • 11.00am-11.15am: Break

    • 11.15 am-1.00 pm: Theory Class (e.g. anatomy/philosophy)

    • 1.00 pm-2.00 pm: Lunch-time

    • 2.00 pm-4.00 pm: Theory Class (e.g. techniques theory/yogic lifestyle)

    • 4.00 pm-4.15 pm: Break

    • 4.15 pm-5.30 pm: Teaching Methodology/Practice (getting you teaching)

    This is an approximate guide and timings may vary 

  • All Yoga Alliance-accredited Teacher Training Courses require 200 hours of training hours. This course at Bahia Yoga is made up of 180 practical teaching hours, and 20 hours of non-contact time, along with 40 plus hours of home practice, home study, assignments, teaching practice, and class observations. Our course covers a total of 240 hours and fulfills the requirements for the Yoga Alliance certification.

    For further details have a look at the Course Structure.

  • Throughout the 200-hour Teacher Training Programmes, you will receive a mixture of one-to-one and group support. Our experienced teachers offer regular feedback and encouragement to help nurture your development. Additionally, you will receive coaching and mentoring from one of our Course Mentors.

    To ensure that you match the knowledge you will have gained each month, coursework, home study assignments, and practices are built-in gradually and reflect your skills.

    As there is a whole new wealth of knowledge to absorb and learn, it is important to be ready, committed, and prepared both off and on the mat. You will need to create time for weekly home study, along with the upkeep of regular Yoga practice and journal for the duration of the training.

    During the training days, you will have scheduled breaks and a balance of practical and theory lessons. We aim to make the learning experience interactive, challenging, yet rewarding, and do all we can to help you develop into the best teacher you can be.

    • We offer payment plans for the 200-hour Yoga training, payment plans are available. Upon registration, a deposit of £500 is required.

    • Monthly payments of £250 for 10 months will begin in October 2024 (usually a month before).

    • Alternatively, a discounted total of £2750 is offered for payment in full.

    • We also have two reduced fee spots available for individuals from the global majority and LGBTQ+ community. If you believe you qualify for this, please send an email to Bhavna to apply.

  • Once you have successfully completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Programmes, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to teach Yoga. However, there are a few additional steps you may want to consider:

    • Registering as a teacher with Yoga Alliance (International) accreditation, which the course meets the standards of. This would allow you to display RYT after your name (Registered Yoga Teacher) and use the Yoga Alliance logo. Please note that this is optional and only necessary if you wish to have professional accreditation. 

    • Obtaining a valid insurance certificate, which is required before you can teach. This is to ensure that you are covered in case of any accidents or injuries that may occur during your classes.

    We recommend that you consider both of these options for professional reasons.

Prerequisites for the 200-Hour Teacher Training Course

We recommend the following prerequisites to ensure the best possible experience in our Yoga Teacher Training Program:

  • Consistent practice and attendance of regular classes with a teacher for at least two years.

  • Availability for all course modules and attendance of all training dates.

  • A genuine interest in teaching and learning Hatha Yoga to an exceptional standard.

  • Ability to work comfortably and respectfully in a group setting.

  • Self-motivation, responsibility for learning, and applying the principles of Yoga.

  • Desire to progress and acquire a deeper understanding of Yoga.

Please note: There are limited spots available for the teacher training courses. If you're new to the studio, we recommend attending some classes or workshops before your call with the Course Administrator, Bhavna.

We welcome students from outside of the East Midlands to apply. However, all students must stay for the full duration of the course hours and attend the one-to-one session and public class assists.

 FAQs

  • All Yoga Alliance accredited Teacher Training Courses require 200 hours training hours. This is made up of 180 practical teaching hours, 20 hours non-contact time, along with 40 hours home practice, home study, assignments, teaching practice and class observations. This course covers approximately 240 hours and fulfils the requirements for the Yoga Alliance certification.

  • You may like to join our 60 hours yoga foundation course level training (which does not produce a teaching qualification). A well balanced introduction into Yoga philosophy, history, and asana techniques and training to help and develop your own practice with a view to attending a teacher training programme with Bahia Yoga in the future.

    • The 200-hour Hatha Yoga course is aimed at anyone practising Yoga for many years, or someone relatively new to Yoga (for two years or longer).

    • The programme is for any student who has a deep desire to expand their knowledge, skills and understanding and wish to teach Yoga.

    • Our programme enables you to deepen, strengthen and nurture your skills and development both as a teacher and practitioner.

    • The course is open to students who may not wish to teach Yoga classes to the public, though may want the insight into Yoga to help their own profession, or personal journey.

    • You will receive one to on support from our course administrator Bhavna, who has also completed the course. 

    • You will receive feedback on your progress  during the course, and offered guidance on areas to develop further. 

    • Course work and home study assignments are built in gradually throughout the course. 

    We would encourage you to create time for weekly home study, along with the upkeep of a regular Yoga practice and journal for the duration of the training. The course will be interactive, challenging and hopefully a rewarding learning experience.

    During the trainings (the 200-hour of the Yoga Nidra trainings) you will have regular scheduled breaks, a balance of practical and theory lessons to ensure the training is supportive and manageable.

    • You an option to register as a teacher with Yoga Alliance USA.

    • Once you have registered you will able to display RYT after your name (Registered Yoga Teacher) and use the Yoga Alliance logo. This is needed if you intend to teach Yoga upon course completion.

    • Obtain a valid insurance certificate; this is also needed before you can teach Yoga.

  • No. In order to qualify as a Yoga teacher you will need to have:

    • Attended 100% of the course

    • Successfully completed all written assignments

    • Satisfactorily completed the anatomy paper and yoga theory paper

    • Observed three external classes with written observations

    • Assisted in two external/ internal Yoga classes

    • Participated and engaged in group presentations and group exercises

    • Competently passed the final practicum exam, teaching a Yoga class before an examiner

    • Possess an up to date three year valid First Aid Certificate

    Please note that the Bahia Yoga course offer letter outlines all the necessary information to successful candidates for the 200 hour trainings. 

    For the Yoga Nidra Teacher Training, please note the following requirements:

    • Attendance: Attend 100% of the course.

    • Written Assignments: Successfully complete all written assignments, which include scripts.

    • Monthly Recordings: Submit monthly recordings on the agreed dates.

    • Monthly Journals: Send in monthly typed journals.

    • Group Participation: Actively participate and engage in group presentations and group exercises.

    • Final Practical: Complete a final practical for leading a Yoga Nidra class.

    • Module Completion: Complete all modules sequentially within the required time.

    • First Aid Certificate: Possess an up-to-date, valid First Aid Certificate.

    • Insurance: Obtain insurance, either as part of your current profession or specifically as a Yoga Nidra Teacher.

  • When you pass your interim assessment; this will be approximately two thirds of the way into the course you have the option to begin teaching.

    You will require specialist trainee insurance, in order to obtain this insurance you must declare you are a ‘Teacher Trainee’ on the course and teach no more than two classes per week during your training. You can discuss this in further detail with the Course Adminstrator. As well as having passed the interim assessment, and possessing valid insurance, at this stage you will need a valid First Aid Certificate.

    Further guidelines are provided with the course offer letter.

  • Whilst there is no age limit to becoming a Yoga teacher we would recommend you have time for a committed regular practice (for a minimum of two years). Our Yoga trainees vary from their early 20s to their mid to late 50s and 60s, Yoga knows no age barriers and teachers range from 20s to 90s.

    Will I still be able to apply for the course if I have had a gap in my Yoga practise?

    Yes. Providing you have already had a committed regular practise and for some reason a short or long break has interrupted your physical practice you are still welcome to apply. For example if you took some time off during pregnancy and childbirth, or had an injury or recently relocated from another city, or other life circumstances suspended your practice. Please do talk with us first and we will still consider your application.

    What if I am pregnant, can I still attend the course?

    Firstly, many congratulations! It looks like you already have a life-changing 9-month journey to prepare for. We suggest getting back in touch a few months after the birth of your baby and we can keep you posted on new course dates for the following year.

    Can I attend one of the Yoga courses or Yoga workshops with Bahia Yoga?
    You are welcome to book onto Yoga workshops or the courses currently running at the Studio. In order to be considered for the teacher training programmes you will be asked to attend ongoing classes and some workshops at the studio before being offered a potential place.

    Can I teach in gyms and set up my own private classes?

    Yes the qualification entitles you to teach in gyms, and to set up your own private classes, or run yoga workshops and yoga retreats. This course and pending qualification allows you to teach worldwide