Dive deep into studying Yoga and emerge as a confident and creative Yoga teacher.
This 200h Yoga teacher training will take you on a profound personal and spiritual journey of deep transformation, and you will graduate as an intelligent and versatile teacher offering organic, themed classes for various levels of experience.
Our next Yoga Teacher Training in Wandsworth starts on October 12th, 2024.
Any questions? Email us at soma@wandsworthyoga.com
Why choose to study with us?
Our immersive 8-month teacher training spread across 12 weekends honors the tradition and history of Yoga with a scientifically informed and functional approach to the asana practice for a modern practitioner of Yoga.
We don’t just teach the creative Flow, but center our training around the established and versatile Vinyasa Flow Method of sequencing. This logical method gives you principles and rules of creating Yoga classes for different themes and levels of experience, yet leaves space for creativity and authenticity to help you stand out and deliver engaging offerings.
Hybrid training
Spread across 8 months, this training works with your life rather than requiring you to adjust your entire world to accommodate it.
Some lectures are online, while the majority of the training is in person. Limiting the group size to 15 students, we offer unparalleled, direct and individual attention to you as a student.
Practical & versatile
With plenty of hours in teaching practicums, in pairs, and in front of the group, we’ll overcome any fears so that you walk out of this training with confidence, ready to teach.
You will learn an organic and logical method to sequence versatile, creative, and meaningful themed Vinyasa Yoga classes for beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels, as well as Restorative Yoga.
Expertise
Through our Yoga Alliance accredited trainings, in the past 15 years, we have certified hundreds of Yoga Teachers worldwide.
Our experienced teaching team consists of Senior Yoga Teachers, a Psychologist, a Neuroscientist, and a Physiotherapist.
About our Yoga School
Here at SOMA Yoga we facilitate the 200h teacher training program created by the Spanda Institute - the international Yoga school that certified hundreds of Yoga teachers across the world in the past 15 years. Our founder Gea, who is the lead teacher in this training, went through Spanda trainings herself, and has been leading their teacher training across Europe in the last few years. Now it’s time to bring it home to London!
What do we teach?
Our approach is multidisciplinary - rooted in Tantric and Hatha Yoga teachings, Classical Yoga Philosophy and Ayurveda, and sciences such as Anatomy & Physiology, Biomechanics, Neuroscience and Psychology. Regarding the History and Tradition of Yoga, we teach in a non-dogmatic, research-informed way.
The art of healing
Our teachings are based on Nature's cycles, supporting the gentle unfolding of our body/mind. For us, Yoga is an art of healing and flowing with the creative pulse of everything (Spanda). We believe that Yoga is for everybody, but not the same Yoga is for everybody, so we have developed different sequences to serve the needs of each individual. Once our students leave the 200-hour training, they can teach themed sequences adjusted to the group (beginners, intermediate, advanced) and the day/month/seasonal cycle.
Small groups, strong attention to individuals
All of our Teacher Trainers are trained in a Trauma Sensitive Yoga approach to teaching, and our in-person Teacher Training groups are small, giving a lot of individual intention. This training has a maximum of 15 students, and every student will get plenty of individual feedback on their teachings!
We give back.
We believe in giving back. By participating in our events you contribute to our efforts to help create a more sustainable society and help those in need. With a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, a portion of our earnings is dedicated to planting trees and supporting selected charities. Through these initiatives, we strive to positively impact the environment and contribute to causes that align with our values. By participating in our events, you make this possible.
Syllabus
Yoga History, Philosophy, and Tradition
Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics
Postural Yoga Labs - Asana alignment and adaptation
Five Principles of the Spanda Vinyasa Method
Five Foundations of the Spanda Vinyasa Method
Progressive and creative sequencing
Building a class with a theme - Spanda Vinyasa
Beginners class sequence + modifications
Restorative class sequence + working with props
Safe adjustments
Common injuries
Pranayama, Mantra, Mudra
Subtle Body anatomy
Introduction to Ayurveda
Yoga and Ayurvedic principles - flowing with nature
Five Elements and their relationship with body/mind
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Bhumi (Earth) flow
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Agni (Fire) flow
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Vayu (Air) flow
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Jala (Water) flow
Introduction to Trauma-Sensitive Yoga
Teaching and assisting practicum
Ethics and business of teaching yoga
Teaching methodology
Practicum
Reading assignments and homework
FAQs
What style of Yoga do you teach?
We teach Vinyasa Yoga. The core teachings of our Yoga School are rooted in our authentic Vinyasa Flow Method which stems from Hatha Yoga teachings, Classical Yoga philosophy, Tantric teachings, Ayurveda's understanding of nature, the Five Elements, and contemporary sciences like Anatomy & Physiology, Neurology, and Psychology.
Are you registered with Yoga Alliance?
Yes, our Yoga school has been registered with the Yoga Alliance for the last 15 years and our certificate is recognized internationally. Upon completion of your training, you will get a Yoga Alliance certificate, and if you wish, you can apply to be in the Yoga Alliance register of teachers.
What are the prerequisites to apply?
Aligned with Yoga Alliance standards, we require a minimum of one year of continuous and dedicated yoga practice which your teacher or teachers can vouch for (via the letter of recommendation), and a dedication to study and practice. If you cannot provide a letter of recommendation, let us know and we will schedule an interview.
Do you have an attendance policy?
To complete this teacher training, you need to attend all the course hours, do all the written assignments, and pass the written and teaching exams - and we will make sure that you do so.
If you miss a lecture, day, or weekend, you can make up for it by booking a private lesson with a lead teacher. In this way, you can make up for a maximum of 2 days.
Can I join if I don’t plan to teach Yoga?
If you are doing this training for yourself and not necessarily to teach, you will be able to create healing, balancing, and empowering classes for yourself and your friends. If during the training you feel otherwise and want to get into the teaching shoes, you will be able to do so literally the day after you get your diploma, as many of our students have.
Are there any extra perks for students?
Yes! Upon the full payment of the training, you will receive a complementary 10-class pack at SOMA Yoga worth £140.
We also always give back - with a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, a portion of our earnings is dedicated to planting trees and supporting selected charities.
Dates 2024/2025
Oct 12/13, 2024 - hybrid weekend (Saturday in-person / Sunday online)
Nov 09/10, 2024 - hybrid weekend (Saturday online / Sunday in-person)
Nov 30/ Dec 01, 2024 - In-person weekend
Dec 14/15, 2024 - online weekend
Jan 18/19, 2025 - in-person weekend
Feb 15/16, 2025 - in-person weekend
Mar 01/02, 2025 - in-person weekend
Mar 29/30, 2025 - online weekend
April 12/13, 2025 - in-person weekend
May 03/04, 2025 - in-person weekend
May 17/18, 2025 – online live zoom + on-demand lectures (Saturday only)
June 07/08, 2025 – in person (practical exams, diploma ceremony)
Daily schedule
09:00 - 10:30 morning practice
10:45 - 13:00 morning lectures
13:00 - 14:30 lunch break
14:30 - 18:00 afternoon lectures and practicum
*This is the in-person schedule, and it might change slightly adjusting to the needs of the group
Teachers
Gea Krajcar ~ Lead trainer ~ E-RYT500, RPYT
Gea offers a heart-centered yoga practice rich with creative sequencing, chanting, functional alignment, and skillfully woven yoga philosophy for inspired living. She aims to honor the ancient wisdom of yoga, be inspired by modern science, and convey the often misunderstood Yogic philosophy & spiritual teachings in an easily digestible way for a modern practitioner of yoga & meditation.
She is the founder of the SOMA Yoga studio in Wandsworth, and besides that, she is a part of the Spanda Institute faculty as the Program Director for Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga TT, lead teacher on 200h Yoga teacher trainings, and a teacher and mentor for the advanced 500h teacher training.
Instagram: @gea.yoga
Nina Vukas ~ Program Director, Trainer ~ E-RYT 500, RPYT, IAYT
Nina is a founder of Spanda Institute and a Program Director for the 200-hour program you will be attending. She will be in charge of the online part of the training covering Yoga History and Tradition, Anatomy, Subtle Anatomy, Beyond Asana module, Ayurveda, and The Business of Teaching Yoga module. She will also join you in person for an introduction to Trauma-Sensitive Yoga.
Nina has been a Yoga practitioner since 1998., started teaching full time in 2005., and has been educating yogis on their journey towards becoming Yoga Teachers, as well as educating Yoga Teachers to advance their knowledge and teaching skills since 2009. She is also a Yoga Therapist, Somatic Psychotherapist, Mindfulness and Meditation teacher, and forever student. Currently, she is studying Psychology.
Instagram: @nina__vukas
Anatomy & physiology teachers
Your anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics teachers will cover all the anatomy basics you need to know to teach with confidence.
They include:
Teresa Wohlmannstetter - Intro to anatomy, bones, and joints, Applied anatomy of injuries
Marina Moric - nervous system
Cost & terms
Payment in full :
500£ non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot
Early Bird*- 2700£ (deposit + remaining 2200£ due by Jun 1st, 2024)
Late Bird - 3000£ (deposit + remaining 2500£ due by Oct 1st 2024)
3 installments :
500£ non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot
3 x 900£ (due by Oct 15th, 2024 / Jan 15th, 2025 / Apr 15th 2024)
TERMS & CONDITIONS: If your application is accepted, a non-refundable registration fee is required to reserve your place. This registration fee is non-refundable unless we cancel the training. To get the Early Bird discount, the full amount is due by the date of the event. Late Bird's full amount should be by the date stated in the event. If, for a medical or other life-altering reason, the student is unable to participate in the training and can provide proof, 60% of the paid amount minus the registration fee (deposit) will be refunded if cancelled 60 days or more before the training. If cancelled for 59 or fewer days, 50% of the tuition (not the accommodation and food cost) might be refunded after the program director's consideration. Please note that any additional costs like bank transfer and currency conversion fees are paid by the student. The school should receive a full tuition amount.
Apply now and embark on your Yoga journey
Start your application process today! Fill out this form to show your interest in the 200h teacher training course, and we will get in touch with you for the details. You will be able to schedule an introduction call to meet the main teacher Gea and ask all the questions you have, to make sure this training is exactly what you are looking for.