YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
Our fully accredited 200-hour in-person teacher training course is delivered by yoga Elders and teachers, Janine and Justine, with decades of professional experience between them. Creative Calm director, Hayley, also brings her expertise to segments of the training. The course will give you the skills and confidence to thrive as a teacher and the practical and theoretical knowledge to deepen your understanding of the ancient practice of yoga.
200-HOUR HATHA YOGA TRAUMA-INFORMED TRAINING COURSE
YOUR TEACHERS
JANINE HURLEY
YOGA ELDER, TEACHER & FOUNDER
OF CREATIVE CALM
Janine is an experienced yoga teacher and an Elder of the yoga community, founding Creative Calm in 2017 before passing the torch to Hayley in 2023. She has a postgraduate degree in psychological trauma and extensive experience in therapeutic and trauma-informed work. She is also a Unitarian minister and community builder.
Janine's supportive, fun and engaging approach has been enjoyed by countless students, and we are delighted to have her back as she brings her wealth of experience and knowledge to the training course she first established.
JUSTINE BOARDMAN
YOGA ELDER & TEACHER
Justine is an experienced yoga teacher and an Elder of the yoga community, having practised for over 30 years and taught for over 20. She truly embodies yoga's teachings, finding it a constant support throughout her life, and feels it is a privilege and honour to share her experience with others.
She brings her warm, supportive and trauma-informed approach to guiding students in developing confidence, understanding and practical teaching skills. Justine and Janine's friendship fosters a joyful and accepting environment for learning.
HAYLEY SIMPSON
YOGA TEACHER & DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE CALM
Hayley is an experienced yoga teacher, Reiki Master and the director of Creative Calm. For her, yoga is a way of life, and she is passionate about offering it to people through every stage of life including pregnancy, babies, kids, tweens, teens and seniors.
She is dedicated to growing Creative Calm's community and offerings and has established a number of high-quality classes, courses and workshops in just a few short years. She brings her experience and her warm, energetic and trauma-informed approach to the training course, covering pregnancy yoga, kids yoga and marketing.
WHAT'S COVERED
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Traditional Hatha yoga movement (Asana), and how to guide students in a safe and engaging way.
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Trauma-informed techniques for teaching including no-touch guidance and an understanding of how we process experiences.
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Somatic movement including internal perception and the mind-body connection.
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Pranayama (breathwork), and how to guide students and share its benefits.
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Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), and how to deliver guided meditations.
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Human anatomy and physiology, and how yogic movement influences it.
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Ancient yogic philosophy, and the values and beliefs that inform how we teach.
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Adapting Hatha yoga for pregnant students and children ages 4-11.
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Creating full lesson plans and sequencing classes.
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Marketing yourself and your offerings.
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The formalities and legalities of teaching yoga professionally.
WHAT'S REQUIRED
A minimum of 2 years regular yoga practice so that you have a solid foundation to begin your teacher training.
The ability to commit to 1 day a month at our studio in Prestwich, Manchester, and the time to study the course material each month.
WHAT TO EXPECT
AN 18-MONTH COURSE STARTING APRIL 2027
The training is structured around yogic philosophical principles, building practical teaching skills and incorporating modern techniques.
200 HOURS OF IN-PERSON TRAINING
A full training day in our studio each month providing practical experience and comprehensive theoretical and philosophical material. (select 'view & book' below to see dates.)
CONNECTING WITH FELLOW STUDENTS
One of the great joys of teacher training is the friendship, support and inspiration found through ongoing relationships developed with other future yoga teachers.
ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK
Integration of acquired knowledge to be completed between in-person training days with feedback provided on a regular basis.
A PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
The opportunity to demonstrate your unique teaching style, lesson planning and understanding of the course material.
ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION
We provide certification upon completion of our 18-month course accredited by Yoga Teachers Together. This allows you to work as a professional yoga teacher.
BOOK NOW
£2950
secure your place with a £500 deposit
please contact us if you wish to discuss a payment plan
Starts Apr 17, 2027
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