“No teacher can give you the secrets, it is your own practice that can give you secrets.”
— Geeta Iyengar
Welcome
The Certificate of Yoga Studies is a practice-based learning program designed for students who wish to explore yoga deeply. This non-teaching program is suitable for anyone—regardless of prior yoga experience—who wants to develop a personal practice and understanding of yoga.
What You Will Receive
As a student at Yoga Mandir, you will have access to:
Support from experienced staff to help you develop your own pathway and understanding of yoga
Unlimited weekly classes (virtual and studio)
Flexible online practice-based courses
Monthly study group sessions
Individual feedback and guidance as you explore and experience yoga in your life
Program Philosophy
‘As a well-cut diamond has many facets, each reflecting a different colour of light, so does the word yoga, each facet reflecting a different shade of meaning and revealing different aspects of the entire range of human endeavour to win inner peace and happiness.’
— Iyengar, B.K.S. (1966). Light on Yoga, p. 2.
Who Can Enrol?
Open to all: Local, national, and international students.
No experience required: Suitable for complete beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
Course Structure
Each certificate covers part of the syllabus developed by Yoga Mandir. Participants are guided by the Yoga Sadhana booklet (available for purchase). Each certificate takes two terms, 20 weeks.
Foundation Certificate: Covers the Foundation Level Syllabus (two terms, 20 weeks)
Developing Certificates: Two certificates covering the Developing Level Syllabus (four terms, 40 weeks)
Established Certificate: Covers the Established Level Syllabus (two terms, 20 weeks)
You may choose to complete part or all of the program.
Pathways
Completion of any part of the program may serve as preparation for Teacher Training at Yoga Mandir, should you choose to pursue that path.
For details, visit: Yoga Mandir Teacher Training Programs
Foundation Certificate: What’s Involved
Individual feedback and guidance as you deepen your yoga practice
Weekly class attendance (studio or virtual)
Lifetime membership to study resources on Yoga Vidya (Our study website)
Monthly study group sessions
Our mentor teachers look forward to learning, studying, and practicing with you. Welcome to Yoga Mandir.
