200-Hour Foundations Yoga Teacher Training, Hong Kong
Become a confident, inclusive yoga teacher with our Yoga Alliance-approved 200-hour teacher training course (TTC). Learn the foundations of yoga for body, breath, mind and life, with adaptive techniques to teach a variety of abilities, and how to “teach people, not poses.”
Hersha Yoga Academy’s teacher trainings are one of the most comprehensive programmes in Hong Kong, delivering the targeted guidance, instruction, and accountability you need to become a knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate yoga teacher.
This training is for you if YOU WANT TO:
Become a knowledgable and professional yoga teacher
Teach postures, breathing and meditation with a strong foundation in alignment and inclusivity
Study yoga philosophy and lifestyle principles
Empower others to look after their quality of life
Adapt postures and techniques for all levels
Pursue a career teaching yoga
Hong Kong is a diverse city, with a growing ageing population. More and more people are turning to yoga to manage stress, improve physical and mental health, and feel better. This teacher training helps you develop the skills you need to support different cultures in Hong Kong, inclusive techniques for different abilities, and supporting your students in their journey of wellness, without making the practice judgemental or competitive.
What Makes this Training Unique?
Hersha’s Signature “Teach people, Not Poses” Methodology — How to tailor cues for different bodies and abilities.
Trauma-Informed & Inclusive — Learn language, pacing, and prop use for safety.
Integrative Approach — Confidently teach the different branches of yoga: Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga
Hong Kong’s only integrative, adaptive yoga teacher training — We offer a unique curriculum that supports all ages and abilities.
Fantastic Team of Teachers — Hersha is supported by an incredible team of teachers, who are dedicated, loving and set on helping you succeed!
Curriculum Overview
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Yoga Lineages
Classic Teachings
Classic Yoga Texts
Evolution of Yoga for Modern Times -
The Body Systems
Muscular-Skeletal System
Joints & Planes of Movement
Nervous System & Subtle Nerves
Connective Tissue
Respiratory System
Major Movements of the Body -
Code of Ethics for Yoga Teachers
Scope of Practice
Continuing Education
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50 Foundation Postures
Sequencing & Cueing
Adapting Postures for Injury
Safely Adjusting Students
Principles of Alignment & Accessibility -
Foundational Breathing Techniques
Subtle Nervous System
Modifications for Different Abilities
Progressing Students in their Practice -
Beginning your teaching journey
Finding teaching opportunities
Outreach & networking
Branding & marketing
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Raja Yoga: Science of the Mind
Karma Yoga: Yoga of Service
Bhakti Yoga: Emotions & Creativity
Jnana Yoga: Self-Inquiry -
The Deeper Practice of Yoga
Mindfulness & Meditation
Practice & Teach Techniques
Guiding Meditation & Relaxation
Singing & Sound Healing -
Post-training mentoring
Personal Coaching and feedback with Hersha
Teaching opportunites
More…
What Our Graduates Say
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Completion of online course + mentored practicum (in-person or via Zoom). You need to complete all the online assignments, achieve 85% attendance, sit a written assessment, and teach a class and receive feedback.
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Yes. Hersha Yoga is a registered school with Yoga Alliance. School ID: 176482.
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At Hersha Yoga, we prepare you to teach classic styles of yoga, to suit different paces and different abilities. You will be able to teach through a lens of inclusivity and integrated wellbeing.
If you have any further questions, please email: hello@hershayoga.com