200 hrs Yoga
Tecahers Training Course
Teaching Structure of Modules
Module 1
TECHNIQUES, TRAINING & PRACTICE (80HOURS)
> Asana Practice & Teaching Methodology – 45 hours
All hours are taught in person by Emily Gilchrist.
Students will also have access to complimentary live-streamed online classes every Friday from 10:00–11:15am.
>Pranayama: Theory & Practice – 15 hours
10 hours taught in person by Emily Gilchrist
5 hours of integrated pranayama practice and theory with Guy Donnahaye
>Meditation, Chanting, Mudra & Mantra – 10 hours
5 hours taught in person by Emily Gilchrist
5 hours of integrated meditation taught online by Guy Donnahaye
>Sequencing, Safety & Adaptations – 10 hours
Taught in person by Emily Gilchrist
Module 2
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (30HOURS)
>Skeletal System, Muscular System, Joints & Muscle Contractions – 10 Hours
10 hours delivered online by David Keil via a self-paced learning module. Content includes recorded lectures, required reading, guided physical exploration practices, and online quizzes. Learning progress is trackable, and all quizzes must be completed with a minimum pass rate of 75%.
>Nervous, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Endocrine & Digestive Systems – 10 Hours
10 hours delivered online by David Keil through the same self-paced learning platform. Teaching methods include recorded presentations, reading materials, experiential practices, and assessed online quizzes, with a required pass rate of 75%.
>Biomechanics, Joint Stability & Principles of Safe Movement – 10 Hours
10 hours taught in person by Emily Gilchrist during studio weekends. These sessions focus on integrating online anatomical study into embodied movement, functional application, discussion, and practical teaching skills.
Module 3
YOGA HUMANAITES (30 HOURS)
>History of Yoga (Vedic to Modern) – 1.5Hours
1 hours taught online by Guy Donahue
>Yoga Philosophy (Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads & Hatha Yoga Pradipika) – 10 Hours
9 hours taught online by Guy Donahue
>Ethics, Yamas & Niyamas, Yoga Alliance Ethical Code, Inclusion & Equity – 10 Hours
8 hours taught in person by Emily Gilchrist, focusing on applied ethics, lived practice, teaching responsibility, inclusion, and equity within contemporary yoga spaces.
2.5 hour taught online by Guy Donahue
>Subtle Body (Chakras, Nadis, Koshas & Prana Vayus) – 2.5Hours
2.5 hours taught online by Guy Donahue
Module 4
PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS (50HOURS)
>Cueing & Communication Skills – 15 Hours
15 hours of in-person instruction by Emily Gilchrist.
This section develops clear, concise, and effective verbal and non-verbal cueing skills. Trainees learn to deliver action, alignment, anatomical, directional, breath, safety, energetic, and mindful cues that support student safety, embodiment, and awareness. Emphasis is placed on adapting language for mixed-ability learners, cultivating a confident teacher presence, and avoiding over-cueing. Teaching labs, pose breakdowns, peer observation, and reflective practice are included.
>Pacing, Rhythm & Energetic Flow of Class – 10 Hours
10 hours of in-person instruction by Emily Gilchrist.
Explores the timing and rhythm of teaching, including breath-led movement, pose duration, transitions, silence, voice pacing, music awareness, and the energetic arc of a class (opening, warming, peak, cooling, and rest). Trainees learn to adapt pacing to class style (vinyasa, hatha, yin), student experience, and group energy. Includes practical teaching exercises, recorded self-review, and group feedback.
>Teacher Preparation, Presence & Grounding Practices – 5 Hours
5 hours of in-person instruction by Emily Gilchrist.
Focuses on preparing physically, mentally, and energetically to teach. Includes grounding techniques such as pranayama, body awareness, visualisation, mantra, gentle movement, meditation, and energetic hygiene. Emphasis is placed on arriving calm, centred, and confident, understanding teaching as an act of service, and establishing a consistent pre-class ritual.
>Class Management, Safety & Inclusivity – 10 Hours
10 hours of in-person instruction by Emily Gilchrist.
Covers practical skills for creating a safe, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment. Topics include room setup, use of props, demonstrations, observation skills, verbal and hands-on adjustments (with consent), time management, group dynamics, and professional presence. Trainees learn to offer accessible options for diverse bodies and abilities while maintaining clarity, flow, and safety.
>Practical Teaching Labs, Case Studies & Assessment – 10 Hours
10 hours taught in person and supported by guided home study, supervised and assessed by Emily Gilchrist.
Includes teaching labs, 60-minute mixed-ability class planning, contraindication scenarios and adaptations, pose breakdown practice with anatomical awareness, peer teaching, and recorded teaching case studies. Trainees complete reflective written assignments and receive structured peer and mentor feedback to integrate cueing, pacing, and class management skills.
Module 5
PRACTICUM -TEACHING INTEGRATION (10HOURS)
Students are encouraged to engage with this practicum throughout the duration of the programme. The required 10 hours of self-directed teaching practice are fully achievable within the course timeframe, with teaching opportunities and guidance available across the three-month training period. Ongoing support and constructive feedback through monthly teaching video submissions allow students to track their progress and graduate feeling confident and prepared to teach. - guided by Emily Gilchrist
>Self directed teaching within the student’s personal community
This module is primarily self-directed and supports students in developing confidence through real-world teaching experience. Students are required to practice teaching independently within their personal community, with recorded video evidence submitted for review.
>Demonstration of intelligent sequencing
Set sequences will be provided to support consistency, safety, and the development of intelligent sequencing, clear and inclusive cueing, effective use of voice, and professional presence.
>Encouraged opportunities to teach live classes (in person or online)
Opportunities to teach live classes, either in person or online, will be encouraged within the training group. Where available, students may also teach in one of Emily Gilchrist’s live classes. If this is not accessible, additional recorded teaching sessions within the student’s own community will be required.
>Professional Integration & Yoga Alliance Practicum Requirements
This practicum integrates asana, pranayama, and meditation, alongside safety awareness, ethical teaching standards, and professional conduct, supporting students in meeting Yoga Alliance practicum requirements and in graduating feeling confident and prepared to teach.
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The training will run over a three-month period, beginning with a six-day opening intensive starting on
Saturday, 31, October - November 5th, 2026
The structure is as follows:
Opening 6-day intensive: From 31 October 2026
Three monthly intensive weekends: One immersive training weekend held each month end of November, mid December, and January
Closing 6-day intensive: Held in the second week of January 2027 (exact dates to be confirmed)
Alongside these in-person intensives, there will be:
Self-paced study materials
Weekly access to love streamed yoga class eveery Friday 10.15 -11.30am
Weekly live online training sessions every Sunday 9am -12.15pm with Guy Donnahaye
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Yes. Upon successful completion of the full training, you will be qualified to teach yoga.
This course is designed to support both:Those who wish to become certified yoga teachers, and
Those who want to deepen their personal practice and understanding of yoga without necessarily teaching.
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Yes. This training is registered with Yoga Alliance, and upon successful completion of the full 200-hour program, you will be eligible to register as a certified yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance.
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Because the in-person intensives are a core part of the training, attendance is strongly encouraged at all live intensives.
If you miss a session, make-up options and requirements will apply to ensure you still meet the full training hours and learning outcomes. The exact make-up process can be shared with you if needed. -
All online sessions will be recorded, so you can catch up if you miss a live class.
However, it is strongly recommended that you attend all live online sessions whenever possible, as:The group energy is an essential part of the training
Live participation supports deeper learning and accountability
Weekly connection is important for integration and growth
If you absolutely cannot attend a session, recordings will be available for playback.
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The full training takes three months in total, including:
The opening and closing 6-day intensives
Three monthly immersive weekends
Weekly online live classes
Self-paced coursework and study materials
Weekly check-ins and integration work
Students should expect to engage consistently each week throughout the three months.
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This course is designed for both aspiring teachers and those on a personal development journey.
It is ideal for:
Those who want to qualify as yoga teachers
Those who want to deepen their personal practice
Those seeking self-discovery, healing, and personal transformation
Anyone interested in the philosophy, roots, and lifestyle of yoga beyond the mat
The training explores:
Physical practice
Teaching skills
Yoga philosophy and history
How yoga applies to daily life as a holistic, all-encompassing path
It is a powerful journey of self-empowerment, inner growth, and learning how to support and inspire others—whether or not teaching is your ultimate goal.
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This is a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. All in-person intensives, online live sessions, self-paced study, and coursework combined will fulfill the full 200-hour requirement needed for certification. Approximately 40hrs will be delivered on line and 160 in person, inclduing self study, assignments and home case studies.
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The in-person intensives form a core part of the training and are essential for certification.
If you miss any mandatory in-person hours, you will be required to make up those hours through private one-on-one tuition, which will be arranged with a senior teacher.
Please note that private catch-up sessions will be subject to an additional fee to cover the cost of tuition and assessment. -
Your Investment
Early Bird: £2,725 pp - Expires 01-06-2026
Standard Rate: £2975 pp
Secure your space with a 20% deposit, followed by interest-free monthly instalments.
Payment plans must be completed before the retreat begins.
Example of a 6 day intensive & Immersive weekend traing day.
❖ 6.30am Wake up (for residents)
❖ 7am - Meditation, pranayama (for residents)
❖ 8 - am Tea break and ligh fruit snacks (for residents)
❖ 9am - Yoga (start time for non residents)
❖ 12pm – Lunch
❖ 1.00pm – Course work studies
❖ 3.30 pm– Chai and snacks
❖ 4pm - Reflection time & discussion
❖ 5pm - Yoga and Pranayama
❖ 6.30pm - Closing the day (for non residents)
❖ 6.30pm - Dinner (for residents)
❖ 8pm - Meditation
❖ 8.30pm – Quiet time
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