Yoga Philosophy

• History of Yoga

• Eastern vs Western philosophy

• Yoga Sutras

• Sanskrit terms

• Eight limbs of yoga

• Yoga psychology

• Elements - the first 5 teachers

• Yoga teachers code of ethical practise

• Philosophy knowledge applied Yoga teaching practise

Training, techniques and practise

• Yoga asanas (postures) of Hatha yoga and part Ashtanga series

• Sadhana - daily practise of pranayama, meditation, mantra and asana

• Completing journals, essays and assignments

• Orientation and screening of clients

• Client health assessments

Physical Anatomy

• Human body systems, components, functions

• Application of anatomy & physiology in yoga teaching context

• Musculoskeletal system


• Spinal biomechanics


• Cardio-respiratory system


• Nervous system


• Endocrine system


• Lymphatic system


• Digestive system 


Subtle Anatomy

• Chakras


• Meridians


• Vayus 


• Application of energy systems applied to yoga


Teaching Methodology

• Planning and sequencing yoga classes

• Adjustments, modifications and prop usage

• Creative language and teaching methods

• Qualities of a Yoga teacher

• Motivation techniques and methods

Teaching Practicum

• Planning, sequencing and delivery of group and personal yoga classes as the lead instructor

• Class planning notes journal

• Yoga programs to achieve specific outcomes.

• Special populations - understanding and modifications

Nutrition and Ayurvedic wisdom

• Nutrition principles to optimise individual health and daily yoga practice

• Ayurvedic principles, doshas, rituals

Personal Development

• Seva Project - collective community developed service

• Cycle of the intellect

• Meditation & the mind

• Aradhana - attitude

• Prabhupati - mastery of mind

• Teacher training journals

• Setting intentions

• Shadow work and the key to self empowerment

• Spiritual laws of success

Business and Marketing

• Desire mapping and manifesting your yoga business

• Developing a strong business plan

• Resources for starting your new business

• Newsletters + social media marketing

• Business mentoring

First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

• Basic First Aid and CPR certification to be completed external to Yoga training

• Yoga industry standards and quality assurance

Business and marketing

• Develop a Yoga business plan suitable for home based and community yoga classes

• Create a marketing strategy to promote classes

First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

• Basic First Aid and CPR certification will also need to be completed separate to this course as a requirement with teaching registration bodies. ( Yoga Alliance, Yoga Australia)

• Yoga industry standards and quality assurance

This course is designed for Yogis with intermediate experience who have a real passion to share and develop this ancient practice with students and to deepen their own practise and personal growth. It is open to anyone who is interested in learning the ancient science of Yoga, meditation, mantra, health and spirituality. We recommend applicants have at least 12 months yoga practice experience. We welcome you to contact us if you would like to discuss your eligibility.

This course is fully accredited with Yoga Alliance. Please refer to Yoga Alliance membership guidelines. Level 1 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course graduates are eligible for full membership of Yoga Alliance and qualified to obtain insurance to teach.

Students need to complete all modules offered within the course content outlined above. If students cannot attend the contact hours as offered, they must submit assignments and practical assessments specific to the module. Only two blocks (contact hours) can be missed. Assessments will be based on creative expression project/assignment , practical teaching evaluations, student conduct and Seva community service. Once completing and receiving certification for your 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course, you can apply to Yoga Alliance Accreditation RYT-300 Yoga Alliance.

• Yoga classes (includes classes signed before and during online training) x 90hrs

• Class observation notes - layout, sequencing, postures and teaching cues.

• 6 x Teaching practicum - class presentation of Yoga sequence

• 8 x Assistant roles in classes

• 6 x Open book written assessments

• 6 x Oral presentations

• Business Plan with marketing strategy

• Weekly ‘Free Write’ journals

• Some Assessments will be completed during contact time and others will have a later required completion date.

• Course workshops, lectures and guest presentations

• Online training

• Yoga classes (40hrs) with Zen Soul Life

• Entire tuition fees for course modules (Excluding First Aid)

• Course manuals

• Professional mentoring

• Not Included: Immersion accomodation required, recommended text books , food and drink during course, First Aid

• 200hr graduates receive 10% discount on our 25hr, 50hr & 100hr Master Trainings

It is important that all applicants revise the time and resources required for the course before submitting the application. Participants must be prepared to devote their full attention to the teacher training program. Due to the expenses involved the deposit required is non-refundable ($500). Once commencing the course, you will be filling a limited place, hence full payment must be paid prior to commencement date including payment plans. All payments are transferable to future courses in the event of unforeseeable circumstances excluding deposit ($500)

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• Sadhana - meditation, mantra, pranayama, mudras

• Physical Anatomy and Physiology

• Energetic Anatomy

• Philosophy

• Asana

• Kundalini Kriyas

• Special Populations

• Policies, ethics, Personal development

• Immersion Accommodation,

• Food + drinks during the course

• Books - referenced during our training:

  • Hatha Yoga Pradipika by Muktibodhananda Swami

  • The Yoga Bible by Christine Brown

  • Light on Yoga by B.K.S Iyengar

  • Yoga Anatomy by Leslie Kaminof & Amy Matthews

  • The Anatomy Colouring Book by Wynn Kapit / Lawrence M. Elson

  • Essence of Priya Yoga by Paranahansa Yogananada