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200+hr Masters Meridian Yoga Teacher Training Course

A 200-hour course that is a Yoga Australia Registered Course

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This course is designed to take aspiring yoga teachers on a journey from being a client in a class, to being a student of yoga teaching and finally to become a confident, qualified yoga teacher.

The course includes the following:

• Access to the Student Learning Portal with self-paced Modules

• Access to Members Yoga Portal

• 6 Full-day Face-to-face practical workshops

• Ongoing mentorship

200+ Hours of Yoga Teacher Training Curriculum

Our comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training program is designed to guide you through every stage of becoming a confident, knowledgeable, and inspiring yoga teacher.
Through a balance of self-paced study, interactive learning, and practical experience, you’ll develop the skills, understanding, and confidence to lead safe, empowering yoga classes.

MODULE 1: FOUNDATIONS OF YOGA

Discover the history and philosophy of yoga, including Oriental influences that shape Meridian-based yoga.
You’ll be introduced to a Yoga Teaching Methodology based on the Yin & Yang framework and Elemental Theory, exploring the mind-body-spirit connection that underpins all yoga practice.

Topics Covered:

• The Yoga Sutras

• The 8 Limbs of Yoga

• The Upanishads

• The Bhagavad Gita

• Yin & Yang Theory and Elemental Foundations

• Mind, Body & Spirit Integration

Learning Format:
Self-paced online study and workbook-based assessments.

Module 3: The Business of Yoga — Communication, Ethics & Legal Requirements

There’s more to being a yoga teacher than mastering asanas.
In this module, you’ll explore the professional, ethical, and legal foundations of yoga teaching. You’ll also learn practical business and communication skills to help you thrive—whether you plan to start your own studio or join an existing one.

Topics Covered:

• Professional Ethics and Boundaries

• Communication Skills for Teachers

• Legal & Insurance Considerations

• Finding Teaching Opportunities

• Branding, Marketing & Outreach

• Building a Sustainable Yoga Career

Learning Format:
Self-paced online study and workbook-based assessments.

Module 4: Yoga Asanas

Deepen your understanding of asana practice and teaching.
You’ll explore how energy types, elemental theory, and anatomical awareness apply to asanas—building confidence to teach safely and effectively.

Topics Covered:

• Six Principles of Alignment

• Detailed “How To” for 50 Core Postures

• Adjustments & Modifications

• Teaching Cues and Sequencing

• Injury Considerations

• Seasonal & Elemental Asanas

• What to Look for When Teaching

Learning Format:
Self-paced online learning, video demonstrations, and in-person workshops.

Module 5: Designing & Teaching a Class

Learn how to confidently design, plan, and teach complete yoga classes.
This module helps you translate theory into practice—creating class sequences that are safe, creative, and deeply connected to your students’ needs.

Topics Covered:

• Preparing the Teaching Environment

• Understanding Client Needs & Making Adaptations

• Demonstration vs. Verbal Cueing

• Safe Class Structure

• Creative Imagery & Class Themes

• Sequencing for Energy, Season & Element

• Classroom Setup & Flow

Learning Format:
Self-paced online modules, practical video submissions, and in-person assessment sessions.

Module 6: Student Personal Practice

Your personal practice is the heart of your teaching journey.
Throughout the course, you’ll complete 100 hours of personal yoga practice, helping you embody what you teach.

You’ll maintain a Student Practice Logbook and be encouraged to attend regular Meridian Yoga classes to experience different teaching styles. You’ll also explore breathing techniques, meditation, and mindfulness to deepen your self-awareness.

Assessment:
Submission of logbook, observation, and discussion during face-to-face sessions.

Additional Areas of Study

Pranayama & Meditation

• Detailed “How To”

• Benefits, Modifications & Considerations

• Teaching Cues

• Anatomy & Benefits of Meditation

• Guiding Meditation Practices

Chakra Therapy

• Energetic Associations

• Healing Affirmations

• Associated Postures

Teaching Skills & Professional Development

• 11 Key Qualities of a Great Yoga Teacher

• Developing Your Voice & Teaching Presence

• Building Confidence & Overcoming Fear

• Discovering Your Unique Style

• Ethical Considerations

Different Styles of Yoga

• Hatha

• Yin Yoga

• Hot Yoga

• Kundalini

• Iyengar

• Restorative

• Vinyasa

• Ashtanga

Begin Your Journey

Take the first step toward a meaningful new chapter.
Join a supportive community, deepen your practice, and gain the confidence to share yoga with others.

FOUNDATIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Oriental Therapy - define key terms and concepts and demonstrate an understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine and their representation in contemporary Meridian Yoga

• Ancient Influences - define basic oriental medical physiology and aetiological concepts; describe the major philosophical theories behind the foundational background to Oriental therapies; demonstrate knowledge of the contribution of Daoism as a theoretical concept and how it is applied in modern Meridian Yoga; evaluate Yin Yang theory in terms of its history, theoretical meaning, and medical meaning and its application to Meridian Yoga; differentiate between traditional yogic concepts and Meridian Yoga of spirit mind and body

  • contextualise the value of ancient traditions for a modern yoga teacher

  • differentiate between the Yin Yang Theory and 5 Element Theory

  • differentiate the application of 5 Element Theory and pancha koshas in Meridian Yoga

• Outline energy pathways in the body and relate to traditional yogic concepts of nadis, marmas and chakkras

• Traditional Chinese Medicine - identify the main channel surface pathways using the Cun body measurement system.

• Qi energy and direction of movement - demonstrate the ability to categorize using yin and yang qualities; define energy and the nature of its movement; demonstrate the knowledge and practical skills of breathing in classical and meridian yoga incorporating pancha vayus; demonstrate the knowledge of energy flow in the human body and outline the yin and yang meridian groupings in the body

• the definition of health as stated by WHO

• develop a Personal Health Plan focused on becoming a meridian yoga teacher including lifestyle & rituals

• define Personal Practise and demonstrate the knowledge and skills to apply 4 Levels of diagnosis when making a client health assessment

• demonstrate the knowledge of 5 Mind states and Gunas and apply to your personal development plan and in client interactions.

  Note: this course only covers Traditional Chinese Medicine basic concepts, terms and knowledge as they apply to yoga, yoga postures and your yoga teaching practises.

THE BUSINESS OF YOGA

• Yoga teaching Code of Professional Conduct

• Ethical behaviour according to yogic practice and modern medical practice

• Registration with regulatory bodies

• Insurance and regulatory requirements

• Your own business plan and business topics relevant to becoming a successful yoga teacher

MODULE 2: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

Understanding how the body functions is key to teaching safe, effective yoga classes.
In this module, you’ll explore anatomy and physiology through the lens of yoga, gaining an applied understanding of how the body supports movement, breath, and energy flow.

Topics Covered:

• Musculoskeletal System

• Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems

• Lymphatic & Immune Systems

• Digestive & Metabolism Systems

• Nervous, Reproductive & Urinary Systems

• Integumentary & Endocrine Systems

• Breath & Bandhas

• The Psoas and Key Bodily Systems

Learning Format:
Self-paced online study and workbook assessments.

CORE CONTENT MODULES

• Each core content module has a specific area of yoga focus - you will complete one per month

• Theory - the module theory and systematic table of correspondence; you will identify and describe clients with deficiencies and excess energies; the relation to the upper and lower body balance; the six Chinese physiology functions of the body; its diagnostic features and the three main western medical conditions and their causes, symptoms and treatments

• Applied meridians - you will demonstrate the location of the meridians and body parts as applied to yoga

• Element & meridian postures - combining the theory and applied meridians you will learn how to set up and the instructions, breathing techniques and delivery options for the relevant moves

• You will learn how to summarise the contraindications for the posture for a specific client health requirement

• You will learn how to demonstrate the postures with correct technique, setup, positioning, breathing, syncopation, focal points, repetitions and speed of delivery

PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS

• The practical workshops are where you will put into practice your new yoga knowledge. In each workshop you will be supported and guided to ensure that you can practise the relevant moves learnt throughout the monthly core content module. You will also practise teaching the moves in a supported, safe environment. This will ensure that you are confident and ready to teach because you will be exposed to teaching from the very first workshop.

• You will develop a posture resource portfolio

• Learn how to modify element postures to suit a variety of client skill levels, including beginners, general and advanced clients

• Utilise the provided template to design 3 classes

• Learn the 8-fold system for class balance

• Apply good teaching methodology

• Demonstrate the assessment of contraindications

• Demonstrate progressions and regressions

• Outline a sequencing protocol to design a morning class with 20 to 30 postures

• Design a 30 minute class with 10-15 moves

• Practice teaching your moves to a small group of 2-3 people

TEACHING METHODOLOGY