• Overview of the history and development of Yoga throughout the ages
• Study of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras – the ancient teachings considered to be the “Heart of Yoga”
• The application of these ancient teachings for modern living
• Introduction to other classical teachings of Yoga

• Subtle yogic physiology and energy systems of prana, nadis, kundalini, chakras and mayas
• Optional: Applied western anatomy and physiology.  (If you think you might like to continue on and do the 500-hour course, we do suggest considering the anatomy component at the outset - just to help smooth your workload. See the link in the FAQ section for more information on the optional anatomy component) 

• Asana (yoga postures)
• Pranayama (breathing techniques)
• Principles of yoga practice
• Attendance at general yoga classes
• Development of a guided personal yoga practice
• Personalised mentoring

Classroom-based training days: choice of in person on Fridays or Weekends or Hybrid (a mix of online and weekends) 

Online learning - mix of live webinars and self-paced material

20 hours of online Yoga Anatomy training (optional)

Guided home study

3 one-on-one sessions with an experienced yoga teacher

Includes development and guidance of your personal yoga practice and study assistance / supervision

Average of one class per week, throughout the course

At The Yoga Institute or other suitable Yoga centres -  offered in person for Friday and Weekend students or via Zoom for Online students

In addition to attendance at general Yoga classes, students will have a personalised home yoga practice developed and guided in individual mentoring sessions

This may include asana, pranayama and meditation

Plus a written journal for guided self-reflection

This course is led by Senior Yoga Teacher, Yoga Therapist, Registered Psychologist, PhD Graduate and Course Director, Michael de Manincor.

Michael is joined by an incredible faculty of senior yoga teachers and yoga therapists. Learn more about our faculty: The Yoga Institute Faculty

The 100hr Yoga Studies & Teacher Training Foundations course is the first module of The Yoga Institute's registered Yoga Teacher Training Course. Completing this module gives you the first step toward becoming a registered yoga teacher.

Our Yoga Australia Registered Course

Yoga Australia has determined that the minimum training requirement to become a registered yoga teacher in Australia and be eligible for full membership of the association, requires a yoga teacher to have completed at least 350 hours of training over a minimum of 1 year.

Recognition

• Completion of our 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training  Course (500hrs) meets all the requirements to become a full member (Level 1) with Yoga Australia.
• This qualification gives you eligibility for professional indemnity insurance.
• Completion of certain modules from the teacher training course will give you course credits toward the postgraduate Yoga Therapy Training Course with The Yoga Institute.

• It is desirable (but not essential) that you have been practicing Yoga regularly for at least two years, and have a commitment to further study and practice of Yoga in the tradition of T Krishnamacharya.
• As Yoga is designed for the needs of each unique individual person, there is no requirement for particular levels of fitness or ability to do Yoga postures.
• This program includes intensive periods of study and Yoga practice, and require dedication and commitment to self-discovery through Yoga.
• Acceptance into the course is subject to the discretion of the course director.
• If you have undertaken related studies, recognition of prior learning (RPL) can be explored with the course director.
• Our in-house Asana manual  is available for purchase when you begin your studies

Our approach to Yoga is based on the world-renowned teachings from the tradition and lineage of T Krishnamacharya (often described as the ‘father of modern yoga’) and his son TKV Desikachar.

The focus is on integrating all aspects of yogic practice including asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra, mudras, philosophy and psychology, and adapting all practices to the individual.  The emphasis is on applying the ancient wisdom and practices of yoga to the challenges of modern lives.

As Krishnamacharya said: “Yoga must be made to suit the individual, not the individual to suit the yoga.”

For those who wish to participate in a course for their own personal development and experience of Yoga, and do not wish to go on to become certified as Yoga Teachers, no formal assessments are required.

To be eligible to go on to further studies to gain certification and registration as a Yoga Teacher or Yoga Therapist, a variety of assessments are required. These include demonstration of knowledge, competencies and skills relevant to each course unit and commitment to regular personal Yoga practice.

Minimum of 80% attendance is required for completion of the module. In special circumstances, alternative arrangements may be made with the course director to meet the requirements of the course. 

Completion of this course gives you eligibility for further training including our full 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training  course. Or for our Yoga Therapy Training Course if you are a 200hr trained yoga teacher.

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You will need access to a computer/desktop/laptop, so you can access the learning portal at home to read, watch and study at your leisure at home, in between visits to Cammeray.  

Ideally you will also have a yoga mat at home you can use. 

Lastly, we encourage you to help those who share your household grow accustomed to your need for quiet reflection, practice and study time, on a regular basis each week.