The Yoga Therapy Foundation will transform your teaching and launch you forward towards a new, emerging professional approach. 

Whichever Yoga school you’ve been trained in, you will learn to think outside the box so you can implement innovative forms of clinical inquiry in practical, efficient ways adapted to your students health needs. 

This Yoga Therapy Foundation 100-hour ↗️ course can be done independently or as the launch pad for the IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapy Diploma.

This two-day module ↗️ is ideal for Yoga Therapy trainees, yoga teachers, healthcare professionals, and anyone who wants to learn how to prepare and deliver safe Yoga Nidra and Relaxation practices.

You will learn practical tips and techniques, and the physical and psychological contraindications of these popular practices. Also most importantly, how to evaluate and be prepared for challenging situations that may arise.

Learn how to apply the therapeutic applications of Asana, Pranayama, and Restorative Yoga ↗️ to meet the needs of your clients!

In this online module, you will explore the physical, psychological, and energetic dimensions of both traditional and contemporary Yoga Therapy practices. You’ll learn how to assess contraindications, apply appropriate modifications, and create safe, effective sessions for diverse needs. This includes developing the skills to deliver practices using trauma-informed language and to adapt Yoga Therapy for different populations, including individuals with disabilities.

Revolutionise your approach to Musculoskeletal Issues and Lower Back Pain with Yoga Therapy.

Our 100-hour module will give you the knowledge and skills you need to help clients with a wide range of musculoskeletal problems.

In this online module ↗️, you’ll learn about the biomechanics and functionality of the musculoskeletal system and its relationship with other body systems and its mind connection.

You’ll also have the opportunity to observe real client work with common musculoskeletal injuries and lower back pain.

This online module ↗️ will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to work with clients facing serious health challenges in a safe and effective manner.

You’ll learn the anatomy and physiology of the Cardiovascular and Respiratory systems, the different types of health conditions that can affect them and how to use Yoga Therapy to support your clients.

You’ll also learn how to help reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular health problems and how to work with clients facing heart disease, stroke recovery, asthma, and COPD.

Unlock the complexities of the nervous system and learn how to manage chronic pain and neurological health issues with our most popular module!

This online module ↗️ will take you through the intricacies of Yoga Therapy for the nervous system, degenerative disease, and pain management. You’ll learn how to use Yoga Therapy to help people with a variety of neurological health issues, such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Migraines and Fibromyalgia.

Discover the connection between the gut and the brain and the microbiome. Learn to apply safe and effective Yoga Therapy tools and techniques to relieve symptoms and restore balance to the digestive system!

This online module ↗️ will teach you how to identify the first signs of digestive problems and how they can affect your overall physical and mental health, with many practical tools to relieve symptoms of IBS, IBD, Constipation and Acid Reflux.

Learn about the possible causes of hormonal imbalances and the origins of pathological physiological reactions in autoimmune disorders.

This online module ↗️ will teach you how Yoga Therapy can support conventional treatments for hormonal and autoimmune disorders. You’ll learn about the physiology of the endocrine and immune systems, the role of Yoga Therapy in supporting these systems, and specific Yoga practices, breathing and relaxation techniques that can help to improve your endocrine and immune health. 

Join Esther van der Sande, a psychotherapist, author, consultant, trainer and founder of Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Nederland and Beside Consulting, at this Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy Course.

This practical online module ↗️ will teach you how to create a safe and supportive space for trauma survivors to practise yoga. You’ll learn the principles of trauma-informed yoga and how to adapt yoga practices and sequences to meet the needs of trauma survivors in your work as a yoga professional.

In this online module ↗️, you’ll learn counselling techniques specifically designed for Yoga Therapy, including the bottom-up somatic approach, invitational language, and the importance of building a safe therapeutic relationship.

You’ll also learn how to use these techniques to help your clients recover from both physiological and psychological wounds, within your scope of practice in the yoga therapy environment .

Learn how to apply Yoga Therapy tools to support People affected by Cancer.

This online course ↗️ will provide you with the knowledge and practices that you need to support individuals at any stage of their journey, including the physical and emotional impact of cancer and how to manage challenging situations and ethical considerations.

Learn how to apply the Foundational Principles of Ayurveda in Yoga Therapy with Coen van der Kroon and Liese van Dam, with lots of hands-on practices and food recommendations.

This experiential online module ↗️ will teach you about the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), Agni, Samkhya philosophy, and how these principles can be applied to Asana, Pranayama, and Yoga Nidra. You’ll also learn about the ancient terminology of ayurvedic and yogic anatomy and physiology, and how this terminology relates to body, mind, and soul in real life.

This online short module ↗️ is an essential resource for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Yoga Therapy. Designed in the form of self-work and research, it provides you with the understanding you need to thrive as a yoga therapy professional, including the IAYT Code of Conduct, Ethical Principles, and Scope of Practice for Yoga Therapy. 

You’ll also cover the differences between working as a yoga teacher and working as a Yoga Therapist, how to refer clients to medical professionals when necessary, and the business aspects of Yoga Therapy, including insurance, self-care, and professional development.

This module is exclusively available for students who are completing the 875-Hour Yoga Therapy Diploma.

Once you have finished 11 modules, you can start your case studies working with your own clients. During this process you will benefit from the care and guidance of our mentors, who are all C-IAYT yoga therapists with years of clinical experience

Your mentor will be allocated to you based on your profile and even your own language! You will work hand-in hand with your mentor, who will guide and motivate you through your clinical work with clients .

This is the time to learn and share with other students and colleagues who are in the advanced stages of their training. Supervised by a C-IAYT Yoga Therapist in small, dymamic, and fun group sessions!

Seven modules of this training include an open-book online test with multiple choice and questions which you can complete in your own time with the help of your notes and the module recordings. 

These tests are designed to motivate your study and they offer your teachers valuable insights about your progress, so they support you in the areas you need it most.  

Sometimes you may be asked by your teachers to complete a class assignment related to an important topic or practical aspect of your learning. These assignments are always exciting to do, and they often involve exchanges between students themselves.

The Yoga Therapy Final Project is your opportunity to create a written, audio, or visual presentation based on science-informed research and an innovative topic in the field of Yoga Therapy. Guided by your mentor, you will choose a subject that inspires you, develop your ideas, and receive personalised support throughout the process to bring your project to life.

By this stage in your journey, you will be well trained and prepared for the Final Evaluation! It consists of a real case study live presentation, led by your mentor and the program director, in which you will be able to demonstrate your knowledge, skills and abilities to deliver safe and effective Yoga Therapy tools.

As your result is delivered at the end of the session, it is a time for well-deserved recognition and celebration!

All our prices are clearly published in the PRICING page (top menu).

The price of the course includes access to all live module lectures, unlimited access to the educational platform, written materials, presentations, full recordings, practice videos, audio files, and assignments. It also includes mentorship and access to the faculty and team for any email support you may need.

The price of the course does not include books from the reading list, yoga mats or props, or any other materials or equipment that may be required for the course.

We offer a variety of discounts and promotions on our Yoga Therapy training courses throughout the year. To see the current discounts and promotions, please visit our promotions page.

The IAYT is a separate organisation from ours, and they charge their own fees for certification, membership, and other services. These fees are not included in the course price, so you will need to pay them separately.

The IAYT certification exam will be required for all graduates of any IAYT-accredited programme who begin their training on or after July 1, 2023. However, if you were already enrolled in the programme before this date, you’ll be exempt from taking the exam.

Rest assured, our programme is fully accredited by the IAYT and meets all of their standards and curriculum requirements. You won’t be expected to have knowledge of anything that is not covered in our modules and case studies. By the end of the programme, we’re confident that you’ll be well-prepared to take and pass the certification exam. Additionally, the IAYT is currently working on developing a study guide for the exam, which will provide you with information on the subjects to review before taking the exam.

Please visit IAYT for more information about the certification exam.

Yes, we understand that plans can change, and we have a cancellation policy in place to accommodate that. To ensure clarity and transparency, we have provided detailed information about our Payment & Cancellation Terms.

We recommend you to start with the Yoga Therapy Foundation Course 100-Hours, and then choose to schedule the majority of the modules in any order you like.

However, thanks to our teaching methodology can you also benefit from starting from any of the modules, any time of the year!

The 875-hour Diploma contains the following additions to the program:

• 2 extra modules (Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients & Ayurvedic Healing for Yoga Therapy)
• 14 case studies
• Additional mentorship hours (11 hours)
• Case Study Peer Supervision
• Ethical Principles Course
• Final Project.
• This course is accredited by the IAYT and qualifies you to obtain the international IAYT-Certification.

The 625- hour Diploma includes the same modules as the 875-hour, with the exception of Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients & Ayurvedic Healing for Yoga Therapy, plus:

• 5 case studies
• Mentorship (5 hours)
• This course does not qualify you to obtain the IAYT-Certification, however you can transfer to the 875-hours at a later stage.

The following modules include an end- of- module open book test:

• Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Issues & Lower Back Pain
• Yoga Therapy for the Nervous System & Pain Clinic
• Yoga Therapy for Cardiovascular & Respiratory Issues
• Yoga Therapy for Digestive Issues: The Gut Link
• Yoga Therapy for The Reproductive System, Family Dynamics & Healthy Ageing
• Yoga Therapy for Endocrine & Immune Systems
• Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients

You can begin your case studies and mentorship (practicum) when you’ve completed 11 of the main modules of the diploma and are ready to put all the knowledge you’ve gained into practice.

The case study work is a hands-on experience where you work with clients under the supervision of a certified Yoga Therapist. Case studies are an opportunity for you to document your work with clients and reflect on your experiences. Mentorship is a way for you to get support and guidance from a more experienced Yoga Therapist.

You can access them for 5 years, or download them to store on your own device.

Simply completing one or several modules is not enough to work as a Yoga Therapist. Equally, an advanced, experienced Yoga Teacher Training does not qualify you to work as a Yoga Therapist.

You will need to have completed at least 625 hours with a recognised Yoga Therapy school, or, in some cases, you can only work as a Yoga Therapist when you have an IAYT accredited Yoga Therapy Diploma such as The Yoga Therapy Institute’s 875-hour.

If you want to work in a hospital or medical centre, you may require additional qualifications. When working with clients, students who are still in training should inform all parties involved that they are not yet certified Yoga Therapists.