Level 1 200hr Yoga Teacher Training
20 Day Intensive Dates
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| January 6 - 25, 2025 | Register Now |
| March 31 - April 19, 2025 | Register Now |
| June 23 - July 12, 2025 | Register Now |
| September 15 - October 4, 2025 | Register Now |
12 Day Intensive Dates
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| January 6 - 17, 2025 | Register Now |
| March 31 - April 11, 2025 | Register Now |
| June 23 - July 4, 2025 | Register Now |
| September 15 - 26, 2025 | Register Now |
7 Day Intensive Dates
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| January 6 - 12, 2025 | Register Now |
| March 31 - April 6, 2025 | Register Now |
| June 23 - 29, 2025 | Register Now |
| September 15 - 21, 2025 | Register Now |
The 20 Day Course including public class practical teaching opportunity.
Price from $5,690 (includes all meals and 19 nights in quad (4) share room with shared bathroom, other accommodation options subject to cost and availability)
Earlybird Price from $5,490*– offer only available for bookings made more than 8 weeks prior to course commencement.
Pre-Course Preparation:
In the 20 day course option you start the initial online units for the 200 hour certificate 6 weeks before the residential course. You can work through the pre-intensive assignments and practical components in your own time.
On-Site training:
The 20 day residential course at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre is an all inclusive experience. While the timetable is intensive, you will be mentored by experienced trainers and benefit from the tranquility and community of the eco haven on the outskirts of Byron Bay.
Certificate of Attainment:
You will gain your Level 1 200 hour RYT certificate on successful completion of the 20 day residential course. As part of this 20 day course option you will benefit from extended practical teaching experience of our public classes.
“The last 8 days when everything started to fall into place with philosophy and teaching strategies. Everything is starting to make more sense and I feel like the learning journey is just about to begin.”
The 20 day course option is ideal for those looking for a comprehensive training with time to integrate their leaning. The pre-course preparation will fully prepare you for the residential intensive so this is suitable for those looking for a course purely to deepen their own understanding and practice of yoga or anyone at the start of their yoga teaching journey. With the 20 day course you have the opportunity to teach additional public classes at Byron Yoga Centre and be supported in completing the post course elements, while a resident at the Byron Yoga Retreat Centre.
We recommend the Premier Course 20 day residential as the most thorough and holistic option.
In this 12 day course option you complete the pre-residential intensive preparation hours in your own time and can start this pre-prep 6 weeks before the residential course.
The 12 day residential course at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre is an all inclusive experience. While the timetable is intensive, you will be mentored by experienced trainers and benefit from the tranquility and community of the eco haven on the outskirts of Byron Bay.
As the residential intensive is just 12 days you will still need to complete further practical and online elements in your own time with the direction of our trainers when needed. You will gain your 200 hour RYT certificate on successful completion of the final correspondence component.
Price from $4,310 (includes all meals and 11 nights in quad (4) share room with shared bathroom, other accommodation options subject to cost and availability)
Earlybird Price $4,110* – offer only available for bookings made more than 8 weeks prior to course commencement.
Pre-Course Preparation (approx. 30-40 hours)
Includes online study, practicing asana with Byron Yoga Centre’s DVDs. It is recommended you allow 4-6 weeks to complete this pre-course preparation.
12 day On-Site Training
This 12 day course is for those with limited time for the residential intensive component. You will undertake the pre-course preparation and so arrive for the intensive fully prepared.
Post Course Training (practical and online study: approx. 80 hours)
Post residential course work including online study, attending classes and journaling your practice teaching experience. N.B. the post course work must be completed within 2 years of commencing your 12-day intensive.
This course is suitable for those who are either currently teaching informally, have access to practical teaching experience opportunities or who are perhaps teaching other modalities such as Pilates or personal training.
The 12 day residential course is only recommended for those who do not have the time to join the 20 day course.
If you choose to do the 12 day residential course you can always come back to Byron Yoga Retreat Centre and join the 8 day of a future Level 1 course. This is the ideal way to complete the Post Course Training component as you have peer group support, access to teachers and additional opportunities to teach public classes plus extra workshops to further your skills and knowledge. To join an 8 day residential please email admin@byronyoga.com
This course is designed to offer the advantages of both a face-to-face training and an online course: during your seven days at Byron Yoga Centre you will benefit from immediate feedback, interactive workshops, and the support of your peers. Following your 7-day residential, you have the convenience and freedom of completing the course in your own time via coursework and practical tasks designed to extend and consolidate your learning.
Price from $4,310 (includes all meals and 6 nights in quad (4) share room with shared bathroom, other accommodation options subject to cost and availability)
Earlybird Price $4,110* – offer only available for bookings made more than 8 weeks prior to course commencement.
Pre-Course Preparation (approx. 30-40 hours)
You complete pre-course preparation hours in your own time and can start this prep 6 weeks before the residential course. This online study and practising asana with Byron Yoga Centre’s videos.
7 day On-Site Training (approx. 60 hours)
Your 7-day residential course at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre is an all-inclusive experience. The timetable is intensive to provide you with the best learning experience possible, and you will be mentored by experienced trainers – grounded in the tranquility and community of our eco haven on the outskirts of Byron Bay.
This residential program will include hands-on learning and provide you with the opportunity to start developing your practical teaching skills.
The 7 Day on-site component concludes at lunch time at 12:30pm on the 7th day.
Online Component (practical and online study: approx. 100-110 hours)
Online coursework includes pre-recorded classes, lectures, and workshops as well as reflective assignments, quizzes, and a final teaching assessment. You will also log your practice and teaching hours.
N.B. the online component must be completed within 2 years of commencing your 7-day intensive.
The 7-day residential course is a perfect fit for anyone whose family or work commitments don’t allow for a longer period away from home.
The On-Site Training consists of an intensive program covering a broad range of fascinating subjects all aimed at deepening your understanding of not just the postures, but also pranayama (breathing practices), meditation, and yoga philosophy and lifestyle.
Practical and lecture sessions have an average of 12 students and, they will include the following:
- Asana Techniques and Alignment
- Teaching Methodology and Language
- Adjusting and correcting students
- Sequencing for classes and private students
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology
- Modifications and variations of poses
- Yoga Philosophy, focus on the 8 Limbs
- Lifestyle & Ethics for Yoga Teachers
- Meditation and pranayama practices
- Teaching Practice with feedback from senior teachers
A big focus for us is teaching you to teach and making sure that both your practice and your teaching is safe and aware. All teacher trainees get the opportunity to develop their teaching skills in a real-life context in yoga classes for the public.
Over a relatively short time, you’ll emerge with the practical skills and confidence to launch your yoga teaching career.
Each of our lead teachers have over 20 years of knowledge and expertise. The teaching staff on this course are experienced and dedicated. You’ll be inspired by our resident and guest yoga teachers alike, who ‘walk their talk’, living the yoga lifestyle, and are all knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects. All are passionate about supporting you in your continuing yoga journey.
Other experienced teachers include:
Byron Centre’s 200 hour Level 1 is accredited with Yoga Alliance and graduates also have the capacity to join the AUSactive Register of Professionals as a Yoga Instructor if they meet the requirements (Completion of a current First Aid (Unit HLTAID011) and CPR (Unit HLTAID009 or HLTAID001) certifications).
Example of daily timetable 12 day residential
| 6:00am | - | 8:00am | Asanas class with senior teachers / practical teaching classes |
| 8:00am | - | 9:00am | Breakfast |
| 9:00am | - | 10:30am | Practical and Lectures |
| 10:30am | - | 11:00am | Morning Tea |
| 11:00am | - | 12:30am | Practical and Lectures |
| 12:30pm | - | 2:00pm | Lunch and free time |
| 2:00pm | - | 3:30pm | Practical and Lectures |
| 3:30pm | - | 4:00pm | Afternoon Tea |
| 4:00pm | - | 6:00pm | Practical and Lectures |
| 6:00pm | - | 7:00pm | Dinner |
| 7:00pm | - | 8:00pm | Practical and Lectures |
Example of daily timetable for the additional 8 day residential (Premier Course)
| 6:00am | - | 7:30am | Practice teaching or participating in public yoga classes |
| 7:30am | - | 8:00am | Pranayama and Meditation |
| 8:00am | - | 9:00am | Breakfast |
| 9:00am | - | 12:00pm | Attend Special Yoga Teaching Clinics/Workshops and Complete assignments |
| 12:00pm | - | 2:00pm | Lunch and free time |
| 2:00pm | - | 4:00pm | Attend Special Yoga Teaching Clinics/Workshops and Complete assignments |
| 4:00pm | - | 6:00pm | Practice teaching or participating in public yoga classes |
| 6:00pm | - | 7:00pm | Dinner |
| 7:00pm | - | 8:00pm | Practical and Lectures |
The path to becoming a certified yoga teacher can be life-changing, and choosing the right yoga course is a big decision. One decision you will need to make is whether to complete your yoga teacher training course in person or opt for the online route.
At Byron Yoga Centre, we firmly believe in the transformative power of in-person YTT. We’ve put together just four advantages to completing a YTT course face-to-face. Read more.
This fully residential training will be held at the Byron Yoga Retreat Centre, Byron Bay.
I did my 200 HR teacher training here and it was seriously life changing. It is something I had wanted to tick off my bucket list as I have been doing yoga for years now. I finally took the plunge and am so proud of myself. It was a massive challenge, physically and mentally but so worth it. I couldn’t have done it without the support of the teachers and my fellow students. The centre is on the outskirts of town, making it feel removed from the buzz of Byron, but it is only a 10 min walk to town if we did want to grab a coffee, have a swim or explore. The food at the centre was awesome and I really feel like I took my yoga to the next level. Hats off to Byron Yoga Centre… just brilliant.
Pure love and gratitude for this sacred place.
I did my L1 Yoga Teacher Training , Yin Yoga, Certificate (current study) and weekend retreat with Byron Yoga Center. I couldn’t imagine a better place to deepen my understanding of yoga and my yoga path.
The teaching quality is outstanding, the whole place blends well into the nature, best vegan food in maybe Australia (I am biased?), and the pool really helps you relax, recharge and reset.
Recommendation to this divine plant with gorgeous people and lovely nature!
The instructors and retreat staff are what make this place on top off beautiful surrounds and an amazing Permaculture Garden. Whilst undertaking my yoga training and dealing with issues connected to my military service I was supported to ensure I met the requirements and also contributed substantially to my personal growth and resilience. The support from a number of the teachers was skilled and compassionate. Awesome 🙂 🙂 🙂
My wife did her level 1 yoga training here, loved the experience.
Found the fresh vegetables and salads grown in their own garden amazing. Magnesium saltwater pool very refreshing after a big day of yoga. Accommodation was pleasant and overall experience life changing, highly recommended.
I was so pleased I chose this option. I could start the online Part A immediately, I was well prepared for the residential intensive and I gained so much confidence from all the practical teaching experience. I felt ready to teach straight away.
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Accommodation
At Byron Yoga Centre, we believe that where you stay is an integral part of your wellness journey. Our accommodation options are simple and comfortable and cater to various preferences and budgets.
Whether you choose a quad share cabin, a twin room with a shared bathroom, or a private ensuite room with a verandah, you’ll find a harmonious space to recharge and rejuvenate after a day of yoga practice and self-discovery. You can find all of our accommodation options and inclusions here.
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Vegetarian Menu
We boast 3 acres of beautiful organic gardens, which supplies most of the food for our vegetarian menu. Our meals are meticulously crafted to be nutritionally balanced, cleansing, and nourishing.
Our commitment to SLOW means sourcing super-fresh produce from our own organic gardens whenever possible and opting for local, organic, and in-season ingredients. This ensures not only the exceptional taste of our meals but also provides toxin-free food with maximum freshness, delivering optimum nutrients to the body.
Commitment to
Sustainability
For over three decades, Byron Yoga Centre, led by John Ogilvie, has been on a dedicated journey to weave sustainability into the very fabric of our ethos. We recognise the profound interconnectedness between our well-being, the health of our planet, and the vitality of our shared communities. Our commitment to sustainability isn’t just a choice; it’s a way of life. This includes solar power, rainwater harvesting, eco-friendly toilets, recycling intiatives, composting, and community outreach. You can read more out our sustainability efforts here.
About Byron Yoga Teacher Trainings
Byron Yoga Centre is one of the oldest Yoga Teacher Training Centres in Australia, with over 30 years experience, offering accredited yoga training in both the practice and philosophy of yoga.
Byron Yoga Centre’s 50 and 25 hour Specialty Trainings are designed to be stand alone courses as well as being applicable to part of your 200 or 300 certificates. They fit particularly well as part of a Level 2 300 hour course. To be counted as part of a Level 1 or Level 2 the modular course must be undertaken after the residential intensive not before. These modular course hours can also be used for the ongoing professional development required each year by Yoga Alliance and other professional bodies. Or you could just do one because you want to learn more. Click on the links below to learn more and see upcoming training courses.
All our Level 1 courses, both in Australia and overseas, are registered with the Yoga Alliance 200-hour Accreditation.
More info on our Level 1, 12 day Intensive Courses | Level 1, 20 day Intensive Courses
20 Day
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| January 6 - 25, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 20 day – January 2025 | Register Now |
| March 31 - April 19, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 20 day – April 2025 | Register Now |
| June 23 - July 12, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 20 day – June 2025 | Register Now |
| September 15 - October 4, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 20 day – September 2025 | Register Now |
This course integrates Part A and Part B of the above Level 1 Intensive course, within a do-able, 20 day time frame. Immerse yourself in yoga in beautiful Byron Bay for three, transformational weeks…read more
12 Day
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| January 6 - 17, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 12 day – January 2025 | Register Now |
| March 31 - April 11, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 12 day – April 2025 | Register Now |
| June 23 - July 4, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 12 day – June 2025 | Register Now |
| September 15 - 26, 2025 | Level 1 Intensive – 12 day – Sep 2025 | Register Now |
A flexible option for busy people. Part A is a fully residential, immersion course. Eat, sleep and deepen your passion for yoga, for 12 days straight! Part B is completed by correspondence, at your own pace…read more
Japanese 14 day Level 1 Intensive Yoga Teacher Training
This residential Level 1 course caters specifically for Japanese students with all content taught in both English and Japanese. Held at our Byron Bay Training Centre this course is designed for Japanese yoga students wishing to be teachers and also for those who want to just deepen their own knowledge of all aspects of yoga. There is however a strong focus on teaching skills and opportunities to practice teaching in class situations…read more
More info on our: Level 2 Intensive Courses | Conversion Course
20 Day
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12 Day
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| April 25 - May 6, 2025 | Level 2 Intensive – 12 day – 2025 | Register Now |
Conversion Course
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Top up your yoga teaching qualifications by completing this next level. Completion of both Level 1 and Level 2, will provide you with the 500 hours recognized by Yoga Alliance and eligibility for recognition by the Yoga Australia…read more
More info on our:
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| May 8 - 11, 2025 | 4 Day Trauma-Aware Yoga Teacher Training – May 2025 | Register Now |
| May 18 - 30, 2025 | Thailand 100hr Yoga for Mental Health and Resilience Training | Register Now |
| July 14 - 17, 2025 | 4 Day Restorative Yoga Teacher Training – July 2025 | Register Now |
| July 14 - 23, 2025 | 10 Day Restorative & Yin Yoga Teacher Training – July 2025 | Register Now |
| July 18 - 23, 2025 | 6 Day Yin Yoga Teacher Training – July 2025 | Register Now |
| August 1 - 5, 2025 | 5 Day Yoga Teacher’s Retreat – August 2025 | Register Now |
| September 7 - 10, 2025 | 4 Day Yoga for Seniors Teacher Training – September 2025 | Register Now |
Restorative Yoga
Trauma-Aware Yoga with Chris Thompson Lang
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
Prenatal 85 hour PRYT Teacher Training
Meditation Teacher Training with Swami Pujan
Remedial Yoga with Bec Isaacs
10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching is accredited as a ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) nationally recognised course.
In order to be able to offer this high standard of teacher training, Byron Yoga Centre is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia, and our trainers are nationally recognised Training and Assessment trainers and assessors.
10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching 12 months
Ideal for international students as participants can apply for a 12 month student visa. An opportunity to apply to study yoga, work and live in beautiful Byron Bay or Melbourne. This course is run over a 50 week period …read more
Purna Yoga Pty Ltd t/a Byron Yoga Centre | RTO No. 91522 | CRICOS ID. 03418E
10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching. Course code: 102571E