Are you ready to elevate your Yoga practice and potentially transform your passion into a second income stream? MerryBody’s 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course is your gateway to becoming a certified Yoga Instructor. It’s 16 weeks of empowerment that will take you on a journey of personal and professional growth.
Yoga is more than just a series of postures, it’s a journey that nurtures the mind, body and spirit. Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program is designed to provide you with a comprehensive education in all aspects of Yoga. Our goal, as your teachers, is not only to ensure that you graduate as a confident Yoga instructor but also to make sure you learn in a joy-filled way. This is a core value for us and has been since the creation of our Merrymaker Platform (way back in 2013). When we did many of our own teacher trainings, there was a lot of stress and anxiety. We actually want you to have fun while learning an exciting new skill!
What You’ll Learn in 16 Weeks of Online Yoga Teacher Training
Our in-depth Yoga Alliance approved curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:
Asana Practice and Alignment
Practise and learn to teach the physical postures by tuning into and working with your own body. At MerryBody, it’s all about knowing your limits, practising self-acceptance and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Meditation and Pranayama
Dive into meditation and breathwork, the less well-known aspects of Yoga. After these lessons, you’ll be more motivated than ever to make these ancient practices a core part of your routine.
Anatomy and Physiology
Gain a solid foundation in the anatomy and physiology of the body to teach safely and effectively. These classes will highlight why you love Yoga so much! You’ll learn why Yoga is such an amazing way to support your mind and body health.
Yoga Philosophy and Ethics
Explore the rich philosophical roots of Yoga and learn how to incorporate these teachings into your practice, classes and life!
Teaching Methodology
Develop your unique teaching style, create engaging and effective class plans and refine your communication skills. This flows into many aspects of life! And yes, you will be teaching Yoga within 16 weeks!
Here are just some of our local Yoga Teacher graduates and soon-to-be graduates from our 2023 cohort! We met up for coffee at the end of the 16 weeks, we could have chatted for hours and hours! We are so grateful for all the connections and amazing people who sign up, from local to across the world!
Why Become a Certified Yoga Instructor
There are so many reasons to sign up for a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. From personal development alone to a complete career change. Whether you are a lover of Yoga, or you tried one class and decided you want more in a big way. A Yoga Teacher Training course is a perfect next step.
Personal Growth
Dive deeper into Yoga and embark on an exciting, transformative journey of self-discovery. The personal growth you’ll experience through the course extends to so many areas of life. This course will gently push you out of your comfort zone. You’ll gain confidence and a whole set of new knowledge (so important to keep learning!). You’ll build new relationships and worldwide connections.
Career Opportunities
If you want to shift your career or add an extra income stream, teaching Yoga is a perfect opportunity. Yoga is only getting more popular. Think about it: Yoga’s origins began thousands of years ago in India, and there’s a reason why it prevails. While it looks different today, especially in the Western world, its essence remains powerful. By completing this course, you will absolutely gain the skills needed to teach in studios, gyms, wellness centres or even start your own Yoga business. We can not wait to help you make this a reality.
When we first started teaching on the side, we had 1-2 permanent weekly classes each through the year plus we took on cover classes when we wanted to. We just looked back and we each made about $6k doing this. This was such a fun time in our lives, working as a Yoga Teacher (and Pilates teacher) is work… but it didn’t feel like it at all! Teaching Yoga was a joy-filled break from our online business. It was only afterwards that we realised, hey this side teaching gig adds up and makes a difference to our incomes.
Community Impact
It feels great to contribute to the community, whether it’s online, in person, or simply with your family and friends. You know how good a Yoga practice makes you feel. As a teacher, you can help others experience these benefits too. Becoming a Yoga Teacher not only allows you to share the transformative power of Yoga, you will also help others improve their physical, mental and emotional well-being.
Enrolling in the MerryBody 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course is the first step towards something amazing. Our flexible training schedule makes balancing your studies with your life easy. You can complete the course within the 16 weeks, or do it slowly and linger in the studies. It’s all accessible in our School of MerryBody Learning Platform, meaning all you need is a device and the internet.
We do the course once a year. Our next training will begin in May 2025, if you’d like to be the first to know about the dates and the VERY special early bird savings, sign up to our waitlist OVER HERE!
Yoga is more than an exercise routine, for us, it has changed everything for the better. It’s helped us gain clarity and overthink less. It’s an amazing tool that has allowed us to take better care of our physical and mental health. Yoga brings us joy, in the movement and in learning about its history, philosophy, and benefits. If any of this resonates with you, we know you will love our MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training Course. Whether you’re looking to deepen your practice or start a new career, the MerryBody Yoga Instructor Course is designed to help you succeed.
Always merrymaking,
Emma + Carla
Ps. If you have any questions, get in touch. We also have an information kit, let us know if you’d like a copy.