In their own words
What our students say
These are the words of the people who have studied with us. Their journeys, their breakthroughs, their own words — unedited and unrehearsed.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
the Institution became a community of deep support and trust
Finding The Yoga Therapy Institute was the right school at the right time, set up safely and professionally. The Institution became a community of deep support and trust. My life began to heal. I learnt to apply moderation, and my focus became about creating balance instead of committing to extremes. As I move forward with yoga therapy, I'm excited to apply some of my most prominent understandings with those I'm fortunate to serve.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
so much to learn and also, a soft place to land
When I started my first module, I knew I had found the right place. So much to learn and also, a soft place to land.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
the training has provided me with many more tools than I ever had as a nurse
I feel that I get to work with people from a more holistic perspective than back when I was working as a nurse. The training has provided me with many more tools than I ever had as a nurse. I now get to work by supporting and encouraging people to create more health and wellness in their lives. I am so grateful to all the teachers for sharing their knowledge and experience throughout the training.
Yoga Therapy for Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health Issues
so much insight into why certain yoga poses are not for everyone
The Yoga Therapy for Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health Issues was the first module I followed and I was really impressed by all the biomedical knowledge which was shared. It gave me so much insight into why certain yoga poses are not for everyone.
Yoga Therapy for Digestive Issues: The Gut Link
so much knowledge, so engaging, so nice to connect with like-minded people
The Yoga Therapy for Digestive Issues & the Gut Link module wowed me — so much knowledge, so engaging, so nice to connect with like-minded people. So many connections to what I already had some understanding of, and to people I know with, for example, IBS.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
so many interesting and inspirational people
After 2 years and 4 months of study I have completed all the work and passed the Final Evaluation. I am so happy to have accomplished this, and grateful for all the people I have met along the way. I had not expected to connect with so many others through Zoom — so many interesting and inspirational people.
Ayurvedic Healing & Yoga Therapy
immersed in this ancient elemental wisdom
What a rich week. Our two instructors were highly experienced practitioners who were incredibly well organised and generous with their knowledge. I enjoyed being immersed in this ancient elemental wisdom and in learning all the ways our choices in food, lifestyle, supplement intake and rejuvenating movements can be integrated in simple yet impactful ways.
Yoga Therapy for Endocrine & Immune System Disorders
the most academically challenging course for me — which is a natural draw
Of all the courses I have taken with The Yoga Therapy Institute, Yoga Therapy for Endocrine & Immune System Disorders has been my favourite. This course helped me understand the intricate nature of the endocrine system, its ways of guiding and relating to other networks in the body, and how yoga therapy can act as a support to this vital and complex system. On a personal note, by knowing more about how I can support my endocrine system through my movement, breath, diet and even my thoughts, I am feeling the effects of the integration of this knowledge in my own life. It was also the most academically challenging course for me — which is a natural draw.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
the confirmation that I was in the right place, doing the right thing
Saying that this was life changing would not be enough to describe the huge impact this training has had on me, my healing and my life overall. Working with my 21 case studies was the confirmation that I was in the right place, doing the right thing.
Case Study Peer Supervision
sharing our case studies — the good and the not so good
Sharing our case studies — the good and the not so good — and how we are finding our way through them was very helpful and motivating. It's good to be back in the classroom exchanging different points of view and energy.
Yoga Therapy for Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health Issues
this course feels genuinely life-changing both professionally and personally
It's the sixth course I've taken with the institute and, once again, I'm amazed by the depth and quality of the training, the brilliance of the tutors and the warmth of the community it inspires.
The Zoom meetings are always engaging, informative and thoughtfully delivered. Each tutor brings a different style and perspective which complement one another perfectly. The passion and knowledge of Montserrat, the heart-led physical practice from Manouk, the calming breathing practices from Caroline. It's a magical combination. The range of documents, videos and supporting materials is incredible, with some of the videos of yoga therapy in action being truly inspiring, and it all builds to provide everything needed to confidently build sessions for clients.
I've already begun designing sessions for members of my own family, including my dad who has COPD and others recovering from strokes and heart attacks. In that sense, this course feels genuinely life-changing both professionally and personally.
The Zoom meetings are always engaging, informative and thoughtfully delivered. Each tutor brings a different style and perspective which complement one another perfectly. The passion and knowledge of Montserrat, the heart-led physical practice from Manouk, the calming breathing practices from Caroline. It's a magical combination. The range of documents, videos and supporting materials is incredible, with some of the videos of yoga therapy in action being truly inspiring, and it all builds to provide everything needed to confidently build sessions for clients.
I've already begun designing sessions for members of my own family, including my dad who has COPD and others recovering from strokes and heart attacks. In that sense, this course feels genuinely life-changing both professionally and personally.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
this was the missing piece of my puzzle
I joined The Yoga Therapy Institute to follow some modules, not knowing if I would do the whole training. Soon I realised that this was the missing piece of my puzzle: yoga therapy offered me the connection between my scientific training and my training in yoga and philosophy. The teachings at The Yoga Therapy Institute totally matched with my view on yoga. Every human being should be able to practise yoga.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
my life literally has been transformed
I am so grateful for this journey with the teachers, fellow students and supportive staff at the Institute — my life literally has been transformed. But the journey is not over. I am excited to continue my yoga therapy education and my connection with the Institute.
Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients & People Affected by Cancer
walk beside a person on such a personal journey — through their highs and their lows
It's absolutely marvellous to be able to help, witness and walk beside a person on such a personal journey — through their highs and their lows. We can offer them the tools to get them through the scary times of scans, and just be there for them as they need us.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
the transformation can be truly radical
Yes, yoga therapy can look soft, gentle, modified, slow from the outside — but the transformation can be truly radical. I feel blessed to share these tools with the world and very grateful to have studied with and learned from the wonderful teachers at The Yoga Therapy Institute.
Case Study Peer Supervision
I could see the progress I had made, and the confidence I had built
The Case Study Peer Supervision module was like a mini celebration — it meant I had already completed at least half of my required case studies. The small group set-up was very accommodating; we were just six students and we all had the chance to present one or more case studies. In my opinion, it's better to share the most challenging cases to learn from, rather than the most successful ones. I could see the progress I had made, and the confidence I had built as I progressed in my work.
Yoga Therapy Foundation Course
it is a full training in itself
The Yoga Therapy Foundation Course is so rich — it is a full training in itself, and it is so human-oriented. It vibrates with why we are following the training to begin with: what brought us here, learning to observe, listen, be cautious, gentle, and help as best we can with the best tools possible. All you want to do is start after that beautiful module.
Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Issues & Lower Back Pain Clinic
fascinated with how our bodies work and are able to regenerate and heal themselves
I am so fascinated with how our bodies work and are able to regenerate and heal themselves. As I specialise in yoga for the back, the Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Issues & Lower Back Pain module taught me even more about how to help relieve back pain.
IAYT-Accredited Diploma (875-hours)
with confidence and curiosity I approach sessions with 1:1 clients
To say I am grateful for my experience training as a yoga therapist would be an understatement. It was the missing puzzle piece that gave me the knowledge to connect biomedical science with the practices and philosophies of yoga. It is now with confidence and curiosity I approach sessions with 1:1 clients, group classes, and my own personal practice.
Yoga Therapy for the Nervous System, Degenerative Disease & Pain Management
shed a light on our inner workings in a way that no other module has
The Yoga Therapy for the Nervous System, Degenerative Disease & Pain Management module shed a light on our inner workings in a way that no other module has, and gave me a deep but still inherently basic understanding about how we work and what we're working with. The material was so relevant — sleep issues, burnout, chronic stress, things that are very common today and that come up constantly. I would have honestly loved another week of this module.
Yoga Therapy for the Reproductive System, Family Dynamics & the Ageing Process
I felt well-prepared, and we both went on a marvellous journey together
I learned so much about gender transitioning just two weeks before a client contacted me for support in this matter. It was completely new for me but I felt well-prepared, and we both went on a marvellous journey together and created a wonderful bond. It was a blessing I did the module at the right moment. I am truly honoured and moved that I could bring some support and find a wonderful friend.
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