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How to Become a Yoga Instructor in Canada?

Updated: Sep 11, 2023


To become a certified yoga instructor in Canada, follow these steps:


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1. Choose a Yoga Style: Decide on the type of yoga you want to teach. There are various styles, including Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Bikram, Kundalini, yoga with an emphasis on meditation and more. Research and try each style and find a yoga teacher training that aligns with your interests and goals.


Remember that becoming a yoga instructor requires dedication, commitment, and ongoing learning. Embrace the journey and keep evolving as a practitioner and teacher.

2. Develop Your Yoga Practice: Start practicing yoga regularly and deepen your understanding of the chosen style. Take classes from experienced instructors and yoga teacher trainers and attend workshops to gain knowledge and experience in the origins of yoga, yoga philosophy and the history of yoga.


3. Find a Registered Yoga School (RYS): Look for Yoga Alliance registered schools in Canada. Yoga Alliance is an internationally recognized organization that provides accreditation to yoga teacher training programs. Ensure that the school is registered with Yoga Alliance to ensure the program meets certain standards. 200 hr yoga teacher training programs with Yoga Alliance certitifaction will be recognized both in yoga in Canada and yoga internationally.



How Yoga teacher trainings work


4. Enroll in a Yoga Teacher Training Program: Choose a teacher training program that suits your schedule and budget. Most programs require a commitment of 200 or 500 hours of training. The program will cover yoga philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, ethics, and more. Make sure the program meets Yoga Alliance standards for certification.


5. Complete the Yoga Teacher Training: Attend all the classes, workshops, and practical sessions to complete the required training hours. Take the opportunity to ask questions, engage with the instructors, and deepen your understanding of yoga.

6. Teaching Experience: Once you complete the training, gain teaching experience by conducting practice classes with friends, family, or in community centers. This will help you refine your teaching skills and gain confidence.


7. Register with Yoga Alliance: After completing your training, register with Yoga Alliance as a certified yoga instructor. This will enhance your credibility and allow you to teach in yoga studios across Canada and internationally.


8. Continuing Education: Stay updated with the latest developments in yoga by attending workshops, seminars, and continuing education programs. This will allow you to expand your knowledge and refine your teaching skills.


9. Liability Insurance: Consider getting liability insurance as a yoga instructor to protect yourself and your students in case of any accidents or injuries during the classes.


10. Network and Build a Clientele: Start networking within the yoga community, join professional associations, and participate in yoga events. Promote your services, create a website or social media profiles to attract potential students, and start building a clientele.





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