Yoga Therapy Teacher Training
200 hrs Yoga Alliance

MAY 2024 – MAY 2025

Fully accredited training with a pulse –

Training with a foundation strong in breath work.  Most Yoga Trainings still focus on Asana or physical practices… we will still be doing this… however the blend is unique, undiluted and from direct lineage. 

We have 11 “in-Person” sessions over the year, which includes exams. Running 2 days per month Thursday afternoon online and Friday in person, with Thursday being a half day or 4 hrs online, allowing for recorded material pertaining to Anatomy, Ayurveda and guest lecturers from Canada and the US. In this foundation in Hatha Yoga Therapy, we hope that not taking up a full weekend is more appropriate for you, so that we can keep some weekend for ourselves!!


A fusion of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga, Pranayama and a very detailed and in depth study of breathing practices for a more personal and “one to one” or individualistic approach to each of our unique systems. Philosophy, Neuro-science, Ayurveda and how to apply the knowledge of this lifestyle to common disorders through the wisdom of these teachings.  We are never a “one remedy fits all” and we never will be. Learn how to see each individual through these eyes, where the entire course allows us to understand how to be a great yoga teacher and knowledge to be more prescriptive with an ancient and all encompassing system. We have guest lecturers throughout the course who are at the very top of their field in the key areas listed in our modules they will be with us on this journey as we grow together.

“Over my own 30 years in therapy work and 25 years as a Yoga student and then a teacher I have taken the most valuable parts of my experiences and learning and my love of the breath to bring you this beautiful learning journey with me.  The Guest teachers have been major influencers on my path and have made a huge impact on my learning and growth. I bring them in to do the same for you.”
– Siobhan

What this course will do for you?

  • Advance your knowledge and give you a very deep understanding of the

    8 Pranayamas and nurture yourself first and foremost

  • Confidence to teach Pranayama and Kriyas understanding their Therapeutic values

  • Confidence to teach Asana based Yoga class in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Methodology ,Yoga therapy and Trauma informed sessions

  • The Sat Kriyas, Kleshas and Koshas an in-depth knowledge (Guest teacher)

  • A Strong Practical growth in your own breath work practice

  • Applied and Functional Anatomy and Physiology from a Yoga therapy perspective

  • Mental health, Anxiety and Depression – Allopathic vs Yoga Therapy

  • Science - looking at and utilising 100 years of research into Yoga Therapy lineage, how change happens with immediate effects and long term effects on a cellular level

  • Breaking the stress mechanism - science and practical work into Oxygen and CO2 values in the body and why the correct methodology is vital

  • Modern pathologies and how we can bring in balance appropriate practices (including Depression, Hypertension, Diabetes, Chronic Pain, Thyroid and Autoimmune diseases and Stress)

  • Back pain and its direct relationship with stress

  • Trauma informed Yoga training (guest expert tutor)

  • Mantra and Yoga Nidra uses in healing ​

  • Teaching approaches to become a confident Yoga teacher in delivery and knowledge

  • By our own practice , only then do we have the knowledge to understand others and teach back effectively. We do all of this within the course journey.

  • Teaching plans and teaching back through the syllabus

  • Ayurveda Dosha deep dive, including pulse diagnosis, herbs that work and approach to detox, diet and lifestyle

  • Self-reflective growth and nurturing and grounding in yourself

  • Wisdom and Belief systems in Yoga that take away our negative influencers in the modern world

  • 1 x 4 day with a very accomplished Breath Master and Ayurvedic practitioner and head of one of the most revered Yoga research Institutes in India

  •  1 x 3 day intensive with your lead trainer on this course at a stunning location on Loch Lomond. All Ayurvedic meals included.

**There are 10 hours contact in each module with the exception of modules 4 and 8, which are longer 4 and 3 day intensives.   
**Taking 3 modules or more will give you an advanced yoga teaching certificate with YAP

Course Syllabus

  • ** Online Thursday 12pm - 4pm

    ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Introduction to the course and how it all works preparing a routine*

    • Breathwork- *The 5 most essential and less explored preparatory exercises to unlock our Prana flow and much more.

    • Anatomy of the Respiratory system from a Yoga Therapy perspective.

    • Pathology - How cells respond to injury.

    • How to Yogic breathe right and Breathwork that supports the Respiratory system

    * The science of the breath Effects of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the cells as a result of Pranayama.

    • Introduction to Hatha yoga Asana practice

    • Samkyan philosophy and the Koshas in Yoga Therapy - Harmony Slater

    • Kriya 1 Jala/Sutra Neti

    • Introduction Chants /Mantra

    • Homework essay and anatomy quiz

    • At home mandatory practices and guidance

  • 3 day Intensive week with Shri Sudhir Tiwari – @MCY Glasgow

    • 3 day Intensive with Sri Sudhir Tiwari

    • Daily set Breathwork practices. Preparatory, Kriya and traditional pranayama x 4 days

    • Ayurveda and the pulse x 4 days assessment

    • Ayurveda diagnostics and its science

    • Chants and mantras longer continued sessions 4 days

    • Evolution of Yoga

    • Hatha Pradikipa and the relevance to pranayama effects x 2 days

    • Patanjali and a journey through the sutras x 2 days

    • Science of Yoga Therapy

    • Therapeutic Asana practices x 4 days

    • Homework essay and research

    • Undiluted instruction on the 8 Traditional Pranayama’s

    • Preparatory, Kriyas and Pranayama practices.

  • ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Undiluted instruction on the 8 Traditional Pranayama’s

    • Preparatory, Kriyas and Pranayama practices.

    • Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy in response to trauma and what works and what does not work (that we often think does)

    • Trauma and how it manifests in our systems - Lara Land

    • Breathwork that supports the Nervous system stability

    • Asanas in Prone lying positions

    • Kriya 3 Danda Dhauti

    • Depth of Chants/mantra

    • Ayurveda diet and lifestyle – detoxification and balance

    • Homework essay and anatomy quiz

    • Home practice self-reflective studies

  • ** Online Thursday 12pm - 4pm

    ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Mantra and Pranayama practice.

    • Anatomy of the Cardiovascular systems from a Yoga Therapy perspective.

    • Asana Supine focused sequencing and effects

    • The Chakras a deep exploration of this energy in action in our system – Harmony Slater

    • Kriya 2 Vamman Dhauti

    • Depth of Chants /Mantra

    Breathwork that supports the Cardiovascular health

    • Hatha yoga Asana sequencing and how it works

    • Ayurveda introduction - The 5 elements and how it can balance our systems

    • Homework essay and anatomy quiz

    • Advancing your home practice

  • ** Online Thursday 12pm - 4pm

    ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Mantra, Preparatory , Kriya, Pranayama morning practice

    • Undiluted instruction on the 8 Traditional Pranayama’s

    • Anatomy of the Digestive system from a yoga therapy perspective

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    • The 5 Vayus an exploration of this energy in our system – Harmony Slater

    • Breathwork that supports the Digestive health

    • Asanas in seated positions and the effects

    • Ayurveda – principles and guidelines for digestion

    Detox week - in line with Ayurveda therapy practice and 5 evenings Tratak

    • Homework essay and anatomy quiz

    • Advancing personal practices – bringing in balance

  • ** 3 day Intensive in a private retreat location on the shores of Loch Lomond - meals included.

    • All breath work and exploring Kumbaka /classical approach in retention

    • Teaching Methadology

    • Breathwork that supports Lumbar PID and backache

    • Asanas that support Lumbar PID and backache

    • Asana that support neck and shoulder health

    • Consolidation mantra/chants

    • Ayurveda constructing a plan guidelines , diagnostics and the pulse.

    • Pranayama awareness for practice safety

    • Teaching back – structuring a class, considerations when teaching Pranayama and Yoga Therapy

    • Anatomy quiz and teaching back planning stage

    All Ayurvedic meals included. Accommodation on site for those who wish to book in advance.

  • ** Online Thursday 12pm - 4pm

    ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Mantra, Preparatory, Kriya, Pranayama morning practice

    • Anatomy of the Endocrine system

    • Asana hatha yoga standing sequences and postures

    • Breath work that supports the Endocrine system

    • Recap on previous Asana practices

    • Kriya 5 Basti

    • Advancing chants and mantras - traditional meditation

    • Asana that supports Endocrine system

    • Homework essay and anatomy quiz

    • Advancing home practice and self study

  • ** Online Thursday 12pm - 4pm

    ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • All Breathwork and exploring Kumbaka with retention.

    • Anatomy of the Endocrine system in line with Yoga Therapy

    • Asana in inverted positions and recap on previous postures.

    • Ayurveda for Immunity and enhancing lymphatic system

    • Kriya values in immunity

    • Pranayama in key Endocrine and Auto-immune disease

    • Consolidation mantra/chants

    • Devising plans to teach across sequences of yoga therapy.

    • Teaching back – preparing for intensive

    • Anatomy quiz and teaching back planning stage

  • ** Online Thursday 12pm - 4pm

    ** In person 9-4pm Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Morning practice each day – Mantra, Kriya, Pranayama with retention

    • Revision time topics as requested by group

    • Teaching best practices teaching back Kriya exercises

    • Teaching best practices teaching back Pranayama practices

    • Anatomy of the Skeletal and Muscular system in Yoga Therapy.

    • Pathologies of the Skeletal and Muscular system in Yoga Therapy.

    • Ayurveda for life - best practices

    • Teaching exams discussion session

  • ** In person 9-4pm Thursday and Friday – Stirlingshire location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    • Advanced Preparatory excercises , Kriya and Asana practices exploring and revising year’s work.

    Teaching back Exam sessions Pranayama

    • Teaching back Exam sessions Asana

    • Practical assessments and questioning

    • Written exam Essay form - choice of topics.

  • • Exams will take place in same venue location in the village of Drymen near Loch Lomond shores

    Exam theory paper and multiple choice paper

    • Remediations and continuation of the practical teaching sessions.

    • Guidance on case studies and development of Yoga Therapy skills

  • To be confirmed over the duration of this course!

As an advanced accredited teaching school we have been specially chosen as one of the leading Training providers in the field of Yoga in the UK. We strive to excel in every area of training committing to the very highest of standards. We have 30 years of personal practice and tutoring behind us and a strong practical approach to developing your own unique style for teaching back.

Location & Investment

Investment is £2950 when paid in full and £3250 when paid in instalments, including a £950 deposit. This also includes the immersions of 4 days in Glasgow and 3 days in a retreat setting on Loch Lomond with Ayurvedic meals included.

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