On this course you will learn how to modify, adapt and progress the asanas (poses) to suit the needs of your participants. This qualification has been created with your success in mind. So, whether you have designs on becoming a Yoga teacher, developing your own brand, or even branching out to instruct at retreats worldwide, you’ll be able to do so once qualified.

Our level 3 Yoga Diploma is a qualification designed to help you become a
successful and inspirational Yoga Teacher.

This qualification is fully mapped to The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sports and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) professional standards for a Core Group Exercise Instructor, and is worth 10 CIMSPA CPD Points.

Learners need to be 16 or above to complete this qualification. There are no formal entry requirements for this YMCA Level 3 Yoga Teacher Training Diploma, but it would be beneficial if you already have a Level 2 Gym or Level 2 Exercise to Music qualification. Additionally, it would be ideal if you have experience performing yoga asana (poses) and attending yoga classes, this will give you the best possible head start.

On this amazing yoga teacher training journey some of the topics you will cover are:

• History and philosophy of yoga History of yoga – ancient to modern
  Ancient yoga texts
  Four paths to yoga
  Meditation and mantra
  Mudras, bandhas & kriyas
  Six schools of Indian philosophy

• Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health Anatomical terminology
  The skeletal system
  The muscular system
  The cardiorespiratory system
  Energy and nervous systems
  The digestive system

• Teaching and practicing yoga Information gathering for yoga instruction
  Main phase
  Closing a yoga session
  Communication skills and wider teaching skills
  Using Sanskrit
  Progressive exercise programming• Understanding yoga asanas
  Ancient asana references
  Asana practice and benefits
  Developing effective asana practice
  Alignment and centring
  Directing prana and awakening energy centres
  Stretching and strengthening

• Yogic breathing and pranayama Benefits and outcomes of pranayama
  Diaphragmatic breathing
  Thoracic breathing
  Clavicular breathing
  Posture and body positioning
  Contraindications to pranayama

The YMCA Awards Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga (Practitioner) is assessed through a combination of internal and external assessment which are split into 4 parts. These include:

• Theory – ( multiple Choice, Anatomy and Physiology, Principles of Exercise and Fitness )
• Practical – ( Deliver a Yoga class, Deliver Surya Namaskara Sequence (sun salutation)
• Course Work – (Design a yoga session plan, Design progressive programming, with modifications/adapations
• Workbooks – (Health, safety and welfare, how to support clients)

On enrolment to this course, we’ll supply you with all the materials and resources you need. You’ll get all the relevant digital training manuals and access to interactive eLearning.

As mentioned above, before attending the Level 3 Yoga Diploma Course it is strongly recommended that you attend Yoga classes and be familiar with the asanas (poses). This course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary. Things to bear in mind:

• You will have to do homework and preparation before the course begins.
• Attendance of all live days is compulsory.
• You are required to sit an exam, and teach a class either live or by video submission during the course to gain your certification.

This Level 3 in Teaching Yoga Diploma is delivered in a blended format combining home-study with 6 days (2 weekends) of face-to-face training at our studio in The Hague, plus one day for assessment. This blended learning course is perfect for anyone who enjoys learning practically and who enjoys interactions with others. With our face-to-face courses, you will get lots of up close and direct contact with your course tutor(s) and your fellow students. Throughout the 6-days of training, there are a combination of theory and practical workshops that will help you learn everything you need to become a Yoga Teacher. The content is delivered in a friendly, informal and positive tone.

On completion of this Course, you’ll be eligible to deliver Yoga classes in any environment suitable for exercise. Yoga is a very popular choice of group exercise and there is a high demand for Yoga Teachers. Whether you want to set up your own classes in a village hall, dance studio or even outdoors, you’ll be qualified. Alternatively, if you want to work in a health club environment, you’ll also be eligible.

Learners may choose further same-level qualifications, for example:

• • Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates (Practitioner)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training and Instruction.
  • Specialist Pilates courses including antenatal and postnatal Pilates, large and small apparatus
  • Little Peoples Yoga (Pre-requisite Level 3 Pilates)