Module 1 covers the foundations of yogic history and philosophy. In this module you will learn the secret history of yoga, the Eight Limbs (ashtanga) taught by Patanjali, gain insight into the ancient Yoga Sutras, discover what yoga teaches us about the mind and meditation, and the healing benefits of yoga nidra. You will also begin to learn, practice and integrate into the basics of yoga posture (asana) as a modality of healing and fitness. 

Module 1 consists of a combination of live weekly lectures (dates below), pre-recorded videos to watch before class, a comprehensive course manual, assignments and assessments. 

Module 2 introduces you to the healing principles of ayurveda (the ancient "science of life"), yogic lifestyle, and pranayama (yogic breathing). You will learn energy anatomy (including chakras and nadis), and begin with an in-depth study of physical anatomy and physiology as they pertain to yoga. Within this module we learn how to correctly use Sanskrit (the language of the Vedas), and continue with our integrative study of the asanas. 

Module 2 consists of a combination of live weekly lectures (dates below), pre-recorded videos to watch before class, a comprehensive course manual, assignments and assessments. 

Module 3 is where the theory modules come to life, and is the one part of the course we cannot do online due to the hands-on approach required to become a quality yoga teacher.  

This is a deep-dive immersion into the practical aspects of teaching yoga. Currently we are only hosting MODULE 3 away retreat in the Western Cape, South Africa.

Module 3 is absolutely essential in the integration of becoming an ISHTA Yoga Teacher!  Our students fly in each year from all around the world to experience the sacred magic of our African-inspired TTC Retreats and Immersions. 

Yoga is a living, oral tradition, and it needs to be passed down directly from teacher to student. In our school there are techniques and teachings so sacred to us that we only can pass then along in the traditional "mouth to ear" manner, and can never be taught online.  We continue our ancient practices, even in the modern world.

Module 1 (6, 7, 14, 20 & 21 April 2024) 

Consists of Five Live lectures (10:00-16:00)

Module 1 consists of pre-recorded video lectures which must be completed within 30 days. At the end of the module all students are required to hand in assignments & an open-book assessment.

Module 2 (4, 5, 12, 18 & 19 May 2024) 

Consists of Five Live lectures (10:00-16:00)

Module 2 also consists of pre-recorded video lectures to be completed within 30 days. At the end of the module all students are required to hand in assignments & an open-book assessment.

Module 3 (27-30 June 2024) 

3 night away-retreat in June. Venue is in Stanford in the Western Cape, South Africa. Students may opt to stay (at a generous discounted rate) for an additional 3 days after Module 3 to join in for our annual Winter Retreat!

Module 3 is based around the ashram style of living. This includes early morning yoga practice, meditation, lectures, nature walks, healthy vegetarian food, rest, and practical hours of teaching, educational games and even an evening movie night!

• 200+ hours of yogic content, including live (and pre-recorded, home-study) lectures with master trainer, Ryan Edmonds.

• 2 in-depth theory manuals

• 1 comprehensive teaching manual

• 1 fully-illustrated asana manual

• complimentary access to all studio classes at Afrishanti Yoga Studio for the duration of the course (April-June).

• 3 nights accommodation at our gorgeous Teacher Training Retreat, including full programme, gifts and meals. 

• Marking and feedback of assessments, assignments, practical classes and case studies.

• Certification & graduation party.

• Eligibility to join our alumni (which includes discounts on future events, trainings & workshops, and an annual alumni retreat.)