Begin Your Teaching Journey
AWHI's flagship teacher training. 200 contact hours, Yoga Alliance accredited, and uniquely rooted in te ao Māori and the traditions of yoga.
A uniquely Aotearoa experience
Our Yoga Alliance accredited 200hr Vinyasa YTT is a comprehensive journey into the art and science of yoga teaching. Structured around the five pillars of Te Whare Tapa Whā each weekend intensive explores a different dimension of the whole person — physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational.
This training is equally powerful for those who want to become teachers and those who simply want to deepen their own practice. Either way, you'll leave transformed.
You do not need to be "good" at yoga to join. All bodies and experience levels welcome, although we generally recommend a minimum of six months' of regular practice before enrolling.
What's included
- Unlimited AWHI membership during training
- Training manual
- Graduation celebration and certificate
- Lifetime discounts on AWHI memberships
- Payment plans available
- Scholarships available — see Scholarship page
Five pillars, five weekends
Each intensive weekend is structured around one of the five pillars of Te Whare Tapa Whā— the Maori model of holistic health developed by Sir Mason Durie. Together, they form a complete education in yoga and in life.
The ground beneath your feet. We begin with the fundamentals: yoga history, anatomy basics, the structure of safe asana, and introducing yourself as a teacher.
The physical vessel. Deep-dive anatomy, biomechanics, applied physiology, and the intelligent application of alignment to a yoga class.
The inner landscape. Yoga philosophy, the Yoga Sutras, meditation methodology, and the psychology of teaching.
The unseen dimension. Pranayama, chakra theory, sequencing with depth and intention, and the philosophy of service in teaching.
The relational field. Practicum, peer teaching, ethics, and stepping into the world as a certified teacher.
Is this training for you?
Aspiring teachers
You've found yoga and want to share it. This training gives you the skills, ethics, and confidence to teach safely and authentically.
Deepening practitioners
You're not interested in teaching but want to understand yoga from the inside out. Many of our graduates never teach a class — they just become more themselves.
Career changers
You're ready for something that aligns with your values. A 200hr certification opens doors to teaching in studios, workplaces, schools, and more.
Scholarships available — fully funded places for Maori, Pasifika, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented communities.
Ready to take the next step?
Register now or get in touch with any questions. We'd love to talk through whether this training is right for you.
Internationally Accredited by Yoga Alliance
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