MAKE THE MOST OF 2023 – TWO BONUS SHORT COURSES WITH YOUR 200 HOUR TRAINING – BOOK BEFORE JAN 31!
MAKE THE MOST OF 2023 – TWO BONUS SHORT COURSES WITH YOUR 200 HOUR TRAINING – BOOK BEFORE JAN 31!
“What I loved about this online training is that I could take my time, so it taught me how to be kinder with myself – not stressing to try and fit this in my working mom life”
Stephanie, UK
“Learning via online was easy with Santosha because their online platform was well organised… It took the doubt of online learning completely away.”
Eliza, South Africa
“The Santosha 200hr YTT course is the kindest, most loving and most caring thing I have ever invested in for myself… more incredible than I could have ever imagined. ”
Katie, Australia
“Now that I have finished the course, I can see that it has given me so much more than I expected…It’s probably the best value for money I have spent in a long time. ”
Evelyn, Australia
“From the comprehensive curriculum to the authenticity of the teachers and the supportive staff, I found the bearings I needed to navigate the path in becoming a Yoga Teacher. ”
An Margaret, Philippines
“Sunny and the Santosha team are so welcoming and kind, I never thought I could feel such a strong sense of community, love and passion through my laptop! I can only recommend!”
Héloïse, Dubai
“Being able to get certified online with Santosha was a real blessing. Although online, the course was very thorough and all the help and support that you could need was available”
Erica, Netherlands
“It’s an honour for me to be guided by such a wonderful team of excellent teachers on my way. I’m so full of grace to be a part of this very special yoga community.”
Tobias, Germany
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Introduction to your teachers and our core principles – includes Foundational Principles videos, guided meditations, asana downloads and our four downloadable RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training manuals.
Learn anatomy specific guidelines for safe and effective teaching on our Online Yoga Teacher Training via video and live zoom classes, with a comprehensive manual with all you need to teach and progress each posture. Gain an overview of the body, anatomy and systems of the body needed to be a safe and informed yoga teacher. Fascinating material shared by our master teacher – trained and experienced Physiotherapist & Yoga Therapist Andrea.
Go deeper into each Yoga Posture and learn how to teach, modify, adjust and ensure safety for all students in every pose - for confident and safe teaching and practice. Learn to teach Hatha Yoga postures and practices correctly with safe alignment modifications, adjustments and cues – with plenty of opportunities for questions in lour live zoom Posture Labs. Once this is mastered move on to sequence cohesive flowing ‘vinyasa’ Yoga classes to teach in gyms and studios.
A Teacher’s self-practice is the building block from which great teaching begins. Leave our Online Yoga Teacher Training with a tailored daily Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation practice, specifically designed for your body, mind and spirit. Develop a personalised daily practice to specifically suit your lifestyle, and mental and physical wellbeing. A gift that lasts a lifetime!
Learn and practice simple yet profound Meditation techniques, and gain the ability to share them through teaching, with videos and scripts of powerful Meditation practices to take away.
Learn and practice powerful yogic Pranayama (Breath) Techniques, and gain the ability to share them through teaching, with videos and instructions of practices to take away and teach.
Go deeper into helping and healing others through Yoga with the Therapeutic Applications of Yoga Module. Includes Yoga for Asthma, Mental Wellbeing, Trauma Informed Yoga, Yoga for Ageing and more.
Investigate Yoga as a means of supporting those with anxiety, depression and for increased mental wellbeing, and gain teaching skills to assist with these common imbalances in mind, body and soul.
Business skills for successfully taking your teaching into the world, to share with others and create your own yoga community – and career.
Learn to teach Yoga in a trauma sensitive manner to ensure safe and inclusive teaching for all your students, including those with trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD
Go to the heart of yoga – not just learning the postures but accessing the deeper wisdom of the Yoga Sutras. Explore in-depth the life-changing wisdom of Yoga Philosophy, to create true and long-lasting transformation in your life and relationships. Yoga is so much more than physical postures and yoga philosophy delves deep into the ancient wisdom behind the practice – still as relevant today for creating long-lasting transformation.
Apply the powerful wisdom of Yoga Philosophy and the sutras to create powerful shifts in your mind and way of thinking. Gain new insights which will revolutionize your attitude and approach to relationships with self and others, for a more joyous and easeful life.
Yoga Nidra is a deeply calming and rejuvenating practice known as “yogic sleep”. Learn the history and theory behind this powerful healing art with downloads to keep for a guided practice.
“Incorporating mantras into practice can help to make it sacred and take it out of the realm of the physical and into a higher state of awareness” – Zoë Slatoff-Ponté. Think of a mantra as a mental instrument that fine-tunes your yoga practice. Kirtan is the beautiful art of devotional singing, which can be practiced by all. Learn simple chants to share and enjoy.
Guidelines for teaching pregnant women in your general Yoga classes. Learn how to keep your students safe and ensure an effective practice for mum and growing bub.
($1,695 AUD – Payment Plan)
Gain immediate access to comprehensive Video Modules and Specialist Manuals created by our team of Master Teachers which you work through at your own pace (from the moment you sign up!) through our easy-to-use learning portal.
Optional LIVE interactive classes & workshops with your Lead Teachers which you can attend live via Zoom in your time-zone – or watch the recorded sessions later in your own time with lifetime access. The live aspect begins on day one.
During the course you have frequent access to your dedicated course teachers and mentors during check ins and via live sessions; this is truly valuable chance to ask questions and learn directly from master yogis and teachers.
You will receive continual feedback and guidance from your master teachers throughout the course as you make the step towards Yoga teaching. We will ensure you will leave the course confidence and skills to begin teaching straight away.
Sunny Richards is the founder of Santosha Yoga; born from her dream to create a sacred place for healing and transformation to awaken the incredible potential of happiness and connection within us all.
She has taught for over 22 years and trained in Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Vini Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Pre and Post Natal Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Yin Yoga, Children’s Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Meditation.
“Sunny is a very well trained and knowledgeable yogini. She is so hands on and always there whenever you need her. She feels like a swan taking all her hatchlings under her wing as we coast through the course and life.” ~ Elisa, South Africa, RYT-200 Online Yoga Teacher Training
Sunny’s goal is to fully support and uplift our students and spiritual family. She will be walking along side you at every step of the Online Yoga Teacher Training Journey, in the same way she would in a live training event – creating community and connection.
Sunny is joined on our Online 200 Hour Yoga Course by our team of Master Teachers – highly trained yogis, physiotherapists, anatomy experts and yoga therapists who will guide and support you on your Online Yoga Teacher Training journey.
Philosophy
Meditation + Pranayama
Anatomy + Yoga Teaching
Postures
Asana + Pranayama
Add to your knowledge and marketable teaching skills with your choice of a Free Short Online Yoga Teacher Training.
Our Online Yoga Teacher Training is completely self-paced; you can complete it in one month, or study in a timeframe that suits you over a year or longer. The online RYT-200 course is delivered via four main components:
– Your Pre-recorded Videos and Modules – work through at your own pace (start from the moment you sign up)
– Optional LIVE classes – attend live via zoom in your time-zone – or watch later in your own time
– Interactive support – ask questions and learn directly from your dedicated course teachers
– Supportive online community – bond with students and teachers from all over the world
Unlike other courses, you are participating in a LIVE Online Yoga Teacher Training – not a pre-recorded set of lectures to work through on your own. All our live classes are optional and recorded so you have access in your own time to make a schedule that best suits you.
Journey through your Yoga Alliance Approved Online Yoga Teacher Training in real time – as well as having immediate access to your online modules as soon as you sign up. During the Online Yoga Teacher Training access live classes, posture clinics and mentor sessions – for a fully interactive and supported live yoga teacher training experience!
The Online Yoga Teacher Training course is delivered across 3 time-zones so you will always be able to attend a class. We are the only yoga school to organically create the schedule each month in response to the needs of our students and to suit the timezones in the group.
Work and family commitments? Don’t worry, you can always catch up – all classes are recorded and can be viewed in your own time. Each region has a mentor who supports you to ensure you get the most from your Online Yoga Teacher Training studies.
Can’t make a live session? Not a problem – all lives are OPTIONAL. They are also recorded and uploaded for immediate access, so you never have to worry about missing a moment of this incredible Online Yoga Teacher Training experience.
Online RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training Assessments
In order to qualify as a Yoga Alliance RYT-200 Yoga Teacher and gain your Certification you will need to complete the following:
Yes, this is a fully certified Online Yoga Alliance RYT-200 Yoga Teacher training - meaning you can gain your RYT certification and register with Yoga Alliance immediately upon graduation from your online studies and teach in gyms and yoga studios worldwide. You can complete the entire Online Yoga Teacher Training online in the comfort of your home. Yoga teacher training at home means there's no need to join us in person to graduate and teach!
The proof is in the pudding! We already have Santosha Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training graduates teaching all over the world after completing our online trainings since 2020. Our team have worked hard to recreate the comprehensive content we cover in-person for our online students and have created a course which enables you to not only gain the teaching skills and knowledge to teach but also evolve and deepen your own practice and experience. So yes, the course is just as great as our renowned in-person Santosha yoga course!
Yes absolutely! You can start the pre-recorded course modules straight away, no matter when the 'live' classes for your month start. This means there is no waiting around to get started on your exciting learning journey with Santosha.
Yes, you can take as much time as you need to complete the online course. Along with access to the prerecorded modules and your own 'month' of live zoom classes, you can also opt to join future month's live zoom classes - up until you are ready to graduate. We do not limit you to just one month of live classes, as we know that life can get busy! We want you to be able to take advantage of the opportunity to connect and learn live from our master teachers in the time you need.
Save $1,500 AUD with our 2022 Online Rate! Our Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training course cost at our Special Rate is $1,490 Australian Dollars if you pay in full. We also offer payment plans that can be made in 4 x monthly instalments. Please click the handy link below to see how much this will cost in your currency (choose your currency once on the conversion site)
CHECK YOUR CURRENCY HERE!Save $1,500 AUD with our 2022 Online Rate! Our Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training course cost at our Special Rate is $1,490 Australian Dollars if you pay in full - approximately $1,140 USD (depending on the daily exchange rate). Please click the link below to see the most up-to-date conversion rate to USD.
TODAY'S COST IN USDSave $1,500 AUD with our 2022 Online Rate! Our Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training course cost at our Special Rate is $1,490 Australian Dollars if you pay in full - approximately $1,550 NZD (depending on the daily exchange rate). Please click the link below to see the most up-to-date conversion rate to NZD.
TODAY'S COST IN NZDSave $1,500 AUD with our 2022 Online Rate! Our Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training course cost at our Special Rate is $1,490 Australian Dollars if you pay in full - approximately £830 GBP (depending on the daily exchange rate). Please click the link below to see the most up-to-date conversion rate to £GBP.
TODAY'S COST IN £GBPSave $1,500 AUD with our 2022 Online Rate! Our Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training course cost at our Special Rate is $1,490 Australian Dollars if you pay in full - approximately €958 EURO (depending on the daily exchange rate). Please click the link below to see the most up-to-date conversion rate to €EURO.
TODAY'S COST IN €EUROThe course is a mix of pre-recorded and live content (via zoom) Immediately upon signing up you will gain access to our online learning portal so you can begin working through the Online Yoga Teacher Training video modules at the pace that suits you. Then when your training dates begin you have access to a full month of optional live zoom classes. You can choose to participate in these live online; or you can watch the recordings of these classes in your own time. If you do not finish the course in your month, you will also be given full access to all future zoom live classes - right up until the day you graduate!
No, you can start your training from the minute you sign up. We will give you immediate access to all the comprehensive video modules, classes, handouts and specialised teaching manuals which give you all you need to begin your yoga teaching journey.
The Yoga we teach on our Yoga Teacher Training courses is an authentic 'vini' flow - which connects Hatha Yoga postures in short flowing Vinyasa sequences. The Yoga taught draws from the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage - a therapeutic and holistic approach to teaching the goal of which is to create healing and wellbeing in mind, body and breath. As all of our teachings have been passed down through the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage, this builds a strong and authentic foundation for your teaching and practice, ensuring what you teach is safe and effective and from a legitimate source. You know what you are sharing is the real deal - based on authentic wisdom built upon by Yogis for thousands of years!
Yes, vinyasa ('flow') yoga joins traditional hatha yoga postures (Adho Mukha Shvanasana/ Downward Facing Dog, Virabhadrasana/ Warrior etc) together in a series of flowing sequences. We teach you how to correctly teach each individual posture and then move on to sequencing these in a series of flowing sequences, which can be modified to suit all students and combined to create full vinyasa classes.
Yes, if you would like to join us in person on one of our Byron Bay or Bali RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Trainings when interstate or international travel resumes an upgrade can be easily arranged. You only need to pay the difference in cost between the online and in-person courses, no extra charges apply.
At Santosha we believe yoga is for everybody and all bodies! You do not need to have the perfect, injury free body to be a yoga teacher, or to join us on the course. You can absolutely participate in the course - and go on to teach yoga - utilising modifications or alternate postures. We have a strong focus on ensuring we are teaching safe and sustainable practices for all yogis and providing options to support this. When you sign up for the course we will ask you to let us know of any injuries so we can share these with your teachers and ensure that you are kept safe and looked after in any live classes.
Absolutely! The course is completely self paced. You can complete it in one month, or study in a timeframe that suits you. We have had so many full-time workers, parents and students join us on the Certified Online Yoga Teacher Training course for this reason. If you do not complete the course in your month, you are given access to live zoom classes right up until you graduate the course - however long that takes you.
This is entirely up to you! There is no set time of how long you need to take or how many hours a week to study. Self pacing means you can either complete the course intensively over 4 weeks, or if you prefer you can study part time choosing how many hours a week you would like to study to suit YOUR needs.
Not a problem! You can take as long as you need to complete your studies - and if you do not finish in the month you signed up for you can access all the future live zoom classes - up until your graduation from the course. This means you can join all online zoom classes for 2022 and beyond, not just the ones for your particular group!
The live schedule is organised around multiple time zones such as Europe, USA, Australia and more. We send out a questionnaire to all students that are going to complete the lives that month. Once we have the requests of time preferences such as morning, weekends, afternoons and the time zones of the group we then create the schedule for the needs of the students so we are meeting each student at that time. Live classes can be missed and you do not need to attend all live classes. If you miss one you can watch the recording which is uploaded for you to view. We are the only online school to uniquely create a bespoke schedule each month to suit the needs of our specific students, and we feel this is part of the 'Santosha difference'!
Yes, we offer a payment plan options on our Online Yoga Teacher Training so everyone can afford to join us. Start from as little as $423.75 AUD monthly for the 4 month plan. Circumstances change during the course? We can work with you to assist with deferred payments or longer payment time.
We have designed this Online Yoga Teacher Training course to be accessible to EVERYONE - with no complicated tech requirements to join. As long as you have access to a laptop or device with wifi enabled and can join us in Zoom (we can help you with this) you are ready to join us on the Online RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training!
There is no behind! We have designed the Online Yoga Teacher Training so that everyone can gain their certification at the pace that suits them. All 'live' online classes are recorded so you can always catch up in your own time. We fully support you to find a study schedule for the RYT-200 online Yoga Teacher Training that works best for YOU.
Yes, if you are self pacing over several months or beyond, you can access the future live classes for the following courses. For example, if you join the August group you will also be able to join September, October and later group zoom classes - right up until you finish the course. Your access to live zoom classes continues right up until when you graduate from the Online RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training; whenever that may be!
There are several simple assignments to complete throughout the Online Yoga Teacher Training course as you learn different aspects of yoga, such as meditation and self-practice. Then at the end of the course there is one final assessment, which can easily be filmed on your phone. This is nothing to be concerned about - we provide you with all the guidance and feedback you need to complete this with ease when the time comes. Our Online Yoga Teacher Training students find completing this exercise very fun and empowering, giving them the confidence to begin their teaching straight away!
The Online Yoga Teacher Training course runs across 3 time-zones so everyone can join us. Join from anywhere in the world and have easy access to live Zoom classes and mentor sessions, as well as pre-recorded lectures, videos and readings. Can't join live sessions due to your situation? Not a problem - all lives are recorded and uploaded for you to learn from in your time.
For those that need longer, there is the option to self-pace, taking as long as you need to complete your Online Yoga Teacher Training. We will be alongside you every step of the way offering you weekly mentor sessions, the opportunity to rewatch the live lectures and continued support of your teachers to share this life changing experience with.
No, this Online Yoga Teacher Training course is designed so you can complete your studies and graduate as a Certified RYT-200 Yoga Teacher online completely from home. You do not need to complete any classes in a studio - our course is 100% online. We have worked hard to create our in-person training and classes fully online via Podia and Zoom; meaning you do not have to complete any additional in-person aspects to learn how to teach and graduate as an RYT-200 Yoga teacher! There are no mandatory 'in person' elements on top of your online study, as we recognise this can be challenging during this time.
Not a problem! All our Online Yoga Teacher Training live online classes, mentor catch-ups, Q+As and other interactive sessions are recorded and uploaded for you to access and watch in your time, so you never have to worry about missing a moment our Online yoga course due to work, parenting or life commitments.
No, we do not require you to pass a written test. There is a short teaching assessment where you are able to put the skills and knowledge you have learned during the course to use teaching a friend or family member. This can be easily recorded on your phone and is very simple to complete. Students usually find this very empowering and we give you plenty of time, information and guidance to prepare you for this simple exercise.
If anything changes for you during the Online Yoga Teacher Training course you just need to let us know. Need to change your pace or take longer to graduate and gain your certification? Not an issue! Need longer to pay off your course? Our payment plans can be adjusted to help you pay at a rate that suits your financial sitaution.
At Santosha we believe that yoga is for everybody - and ALL bodies - and that your practice should meet you where you are at. It is NOT a problem at all if there are certain postures which are not accessible to you personally. There is no age barrier to access the incredible benefits of these practices; and sharing them with others! We are getting more and more students joining us in their 50s, 60s and beyond - and we love it! You can read about Evelyn's experience participating in the course in her 60's in the link below.
EVELYN'S STORYSantosha has been offering Yoga Teacher Training for over 14 years and has graduated over 15,000 students. With our immersive online training experience your practice and understanding of Yoga will be taken to new levels. Gain a solid foundation for teaching, along with truly unique skills and wisdom to enhance your offerings as a teacher. Our diverse curriculum lead by our team of master teachers makes this a training experience unlike any other. Learn specialist teaching skills, sequencing, asana, meditation, trauma-sensitive yoga, pranayama, anatomy, philosophy, ayurveda, kirtan, yoga nidra and so much more. Our strong yoga therapy base will give you the knowledge to become an intelligent and confident yoga teacher with the ability to skilfully adapt your classes to meet the needs of all of your students.
“Just as Amazing as Being in Person on the Island”
I started off my course on Nusa Lembongan, but then due unforeseen circumstances had to return home. Santosha created a whole online course for people in the same situation. And I can say that I felt so supported by Sunny and the team. The online course is different, but just as amazing as being in person on the island. We learnt a lot about just trusting yourself and the process, not to stress. The course covers Hatha yoga, philosophy, anatomy and postures, learning how to structure classes, applications of yoga, pranayama and meditation. Much love to the Santosha team!
Molly Wilson, UK – Certified Online RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training
‘Such a Strong Sense of Community, Love and Passion through my Laptop!’
The four weeks training exceeded my expectations! Sunny and the Santosha team are so welcoming and kind, I never thought I could feel such a strong sense of community, love and passion through my laptop! The courses are well organized and very complete.
I have learned so much from yoga history to anatomy, the foundations of the asanas and breathing techniques. After four weeks I felt confident I could teach a small class. My life has been turned upside down with the COVID crisis. This training not only gave me new future perspectives, it also helped me go through a difficult time and listen to myself. I can only recommend!
Héloïse Lambert, Dubai – RYT-200 Online Yoga Teacher Training
‘Most Wonderful and Knowledgeable Instructors’
I’ve very recently completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training with Santosha. I’m so grateful that this opportunity came up and I was able to learn from the most wonderful and knowledgeable instructors from around the world. There is so much to learn and I have been fully supported both during the course and ongoing.
My intention was originally to deepen my own practice, as I love that inner peace I would always feel when doing yoga, and I wanted to tap into that further. I’ve come away with such amazement at what I learnt as yoga is really so much more than I thought. I’m so happy to have found answers and I want to share my love for yoga with all.
Melanie Ceveri, Australia – RYT-200 Online Yoga Teacher Training
‘You are Never too Old!’
I recently completed my RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training. It was more than I ever imagined or hoped it could be! I had always wanted to become a certified yoga teacher, but traveled all over the world with my job. As a single Mom of 3 gorgeous daughters I just never took the time for “me”.
I signed up. I learned so much — but especially how to breathe during the asanas. I learned meditation. I learned the philosophy. I LEARNED! And I felt welcome and loved by all the instructors and other students. It was as if I finally found home.
My daily practice has become the center of my day. I know after my practice that I can handle anything life wants to throw at me.
And I am looking forward to life post-covid so that I can give back by teaching seniors and in assisted living facilities. You are never too old!
Martie Hicks, USA – RYT-200 Online Yoga Teacher Training