Embark on the adventure of a lifetime in one of Australia’s most stunning locations!
Our Santosha Yoga Institute 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is so much more than just an opportunity for world-wide yoga certification , it's an invitation for a physical, emotional, and spiritual journey that will change your life.
Learn under the guidance of renowned master yoga teachers, surrounded by the surf, sun, and sand of Byron Bay.
Fulfill your yoga teaching dreams and take your practice to the next level...
20+ Years
Training & Retreat
Experience
Experience
20,000+
Yoga & PILATES Teachers
Trained & Qualified
Trained & Qualified
3 Training
Locations Around
the World
the World
Specialists
and experienced Master Yoga & PILATES Teachers
Upcoming Dates:
- 3 – 16 November, 2026
- 3 – 16 February, 2027
- 10 – 24 August, 2027
Find the Clarity, Connection, and Purpose You’ve Been Craving
on the World’s Most Comprehensive, Expansive and Authentic Yoga Training Experience
Yoga-Alliance Certified
RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training
Gain the skills and qualifications to teach yoga classes and workshops, run retreats and start your own yoga studio.
Specialized Modules and
Unique Yoga Experiences
With 17+ years experience, Santosha Yoga Institute offers a holistic, immersive, and truly transformative learning experience unlike any other.
Learn From Renowned and
Highly-Passionate Teachers
Receive support from a team of highly-experienced and knowledgeable Master Teachers; specialists in their fields.
Far beyond teachers, they become your mentors and friends.
Far beyond teachers, they become your mentors and friends.
Unforgettable and Rejuvenating
Learning Experiences
Join us in Australia’s tropical surf and soul paradise for the ultimate holistic yoga experience, full of fun, connection, and nature.
Deepen Your Own Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation Practice
Enjoy a supported yoga journey unlike anything else, enabling you to experience true transformation, healing, and growth.
Here's Why Our Graduates Love Our
Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training Intensives
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“Eye-opening, heart-touching, and mind-expanding experience words cannot describe.
So much more than a yoga teacher thing… it was a life thing!”
- Elizabeth,
Australia
Australia
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“This journey has been the utmost important of all my travels so far!
Journey towards myself. It is showing me the way to happiness – via expressing gratitude.”
- Lucie,
Australia
Australia
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“It was one of the best times of my life!
I never felt alone, such community and connection with all the teachers and people. It was an amazing time.”
- Isabella,
Australia
Australia
Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training Course Graduates
What our 200-Hour Training graduates say about our Byron Bay Yoga Course
Take a closer look at exactly what you’ll learn at our
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Byron Bay:
Byron Bay Teacher Training Course Brochure
Byron Bay Accommodation and Travel Guide
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The Door is Open for You to Change Your Life Forever… Will You Walk Through It?
We know you’re here for a reason. It’s definitely not by chance…
You want to add meaning to your life, to change the path you’re on, and the direction you’re heading. Simply put, your goal is the same as ours: to transform your life.
To take you from where you are today to where you want
to be tomorrow.
It’s a path thousands of people just like you have already walked with Santosha Yoga Institute.
By forming a deeper connection to yourself and others - and to the universe around you - you have the chance to finally be your authentic self.
It’s a chance to, perhaps for the first time in your life, be able to say to yourself: “this is exactly who I am supposed to be”....
Whether you want to change your life by becoming a yoga teacher or grow spiritually through the true essence of yoga, it all starts with one simple question we all ponder…
“What if There is More to Life Than
I’ve Experienced so Far?”
Do you ever get a nagging, unshakeable feeling that…
You’re living according to a pre-set plan society is dictating to you, and deep down you haven’t yet discovered your true place in the universe?
In your heart you aren’t contributing to the world in a way you know you’re capable of, longing to connect with others on a higher level.
There's a voice inside of you craving a life filled with purpose, meaning and joy?
But you lack the time, space, and the right environment to find clarity…
But you lack the time, space, and the right environment to find clarity…
Your mind is full of negative emotions and going in every direction. It can feel like it’s almost impossible to stay present even for a few minutes a day…
You’re stuck, have lost direction, and become disconnected from the world around you, knowing in your soul that you’re not being authentic to yourself?
You need to make a true, lasting change of direction otherwise in 5, 10, 20 years you believe you’ll be even further from where you want to be?
If you’re answering “yes” to any of the above,
you’re definitely not alone. But, there is hope!
you’re definitely not alone. But, there is hope!
Your Escape From the Monotony, Routine, and Stress of Everyday Life Might be Closer Than You Realise…
The chaos of modern daily life often feels like a constant weight on your shoulders - but how can you break free? It’s all too easy to find yourself stuck behind a desk, at the mercy of a stressful job, boss, and the busy world around you.
Being surrounded by pressures from all directions can trigger an almost uncontrolled physical and emotional response. A near-constant tightness in your chest, lack of motivation, and feeling of overwhelm.
Who decided life was meant to be like this?
Sadly, most people will simply accept this fate, carrying on for decades without daring to change. But for a small few, there is an awakening. A realisation that this path isn’t set in stone. That it can be changed – with the right decision…
What if You Made the Decision Today to Find Your Truest Calling and Most Authentic Self?
What difference would that make to not only you… but the world around you?
Inside each of us are our true intentions – our authentic calling that speaks to us. It’s a deeper meaning about who you are and what you’re destined to do and become.
By embarking on the journey to become an internationally certified yoga teacher, you can find your authentic self and finally:
Discover more joy and energy and start letting go of overthinking, anxiety, and stress…
Help others in a meaningful way, connecting and communicating in new-found ways to have a positive impact on people’s lives…
Experience unlimited personal growth and be more authentic to yourself by being present and living in the now…
Make a difference and give back to the community and to the people in the places you choose to travel…
Finally embrace what truly makes you happy – true clarity of your needs, wants, worth, value, and essence…
Break free from everyday life to immerse yourself in a different path, connecting with the universe on a whole new level...
Step out of your comfort zone and live your dream, completely trusting in yourself and putting yourself first for once…
Turn your love for movement and mindfulness into a meaningful new career path and step into a new chapter that aligns with your heart’s true calling.
Are you ready to take hold of what’s available right now, and make the ultimate decision? If your answer is yes, you’re in the perfect place…
Santosha’s World-Renowned 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Byron Bay
Revolutionize Your Understanding of Yoga and Gain the Skills to Share Your Passion With the World
This 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is designed to give you the strongest foundation possible to build a rich career as a yoga teacher, and to work alongside master yoga teachers in an intimate setting. The intentional structure of this course allows time for profound learning and growth, surrounded by the support of a community of passionate teachers.
The Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training Program allows you to experience the true essence of yoga through the application of ageless wisdom and ancient practices. Your 200 hours enable you to register as a Yoga Alliance RYT-200 Teacher and will set you apart on your yoga CV.
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Learning Yoga With Santosha Goes Well Beyond Just Postures
With this world-renowned yoga teacher training certification, you’ll be able to:
Become a Highly Skilled and Powerful Teacher of Yoga With Live Classes, Workshops, and Practices
These include:
If You’re Ready to Transform Your Life and Career, What Better Place to Learn Than Surrounded by Nature!
Embarking on your yoga teacher training journey is an incredibly rewarding experience that will shape the rest of your life and career. Made even more so when you take your next transformational steps in one of the most beautiful locations on earth…
Embark on the Ultimate Adventure in Australia’s Favorite Surf and Yoga Destination: Byron Bay
Connect to the ocean and incredible natural beauty of Australia’s famous Byron Bay; renowned for its stunning beaches, sun, and surf – along with cafes, yoga and wellness centers and healing ocean vibes. Experience the relaxed beach vibes of life in Byron Bay, loved by surfers and yogis around the world and rich with spiritual community and healing energy. Our Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training location is a chilled beach village just out of Byron Bay town – so you can surf, swim and enjoy yoga and meditation on the beach every day.
SANTOSHA YOGA INSTITUTE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING GRADUATES
Why our Grads Love This
Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training
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“Life-changing experience! There are so many things I love about the programme, it was just fantastic and we learned in different ways the aspects of yoga”
- Isabel,
Venezuela
Venezuela
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“Especially grateful for my amazing teachers for helping me discover what yoga means to me, and for guiding me on my journey to becoming a yoga teacher.”
- Nancy,
USA
USA
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“The teachers are the most happy, down-to-earth souls you’ll ever meet. They completely connect to you on a one-to-one basis and teach you so much.”
- Kate,
USA
USA
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“Wonderful, amazing, unforgettable, inspiring, stunning and beautiful journey. One of the best decisions of my life… I will never forget!”
- MC Fischer
Austria
Austria
Spoilt For Choice With Bespoke Accommodation Options for Any Budget
Choose The Byron Bay Accommodation to Best
Suit Your Needs
Our training site - Suffolk Park Hall - is located in a chilled and scenic part of Byron Bay next door to beaches and cafes. Stay within walking distance at one of many great accommodation options for a truly relaxing, rejuvenating, and easy-to-enjoy stay.
Unlike other trainings, we don’t lock you into costly resort accommodation – making this Yoga Teacher Training back-packer and budget traveler friendly!
Looking for a more inclusive, luxurious experience to fulfill your retreat dreams? There are stunning options available for you too, with pool or ocean room views, and quality amenities.
Our comprehensive Accommodation Guide is the best place to start when it comes to deciding where you’ll stay.
Where Will You Actually Be Learning How to Teach Yoga in Byron Bay?
Suffolk Park Hall, Suffolk Park
Suffolk Park Hall is located a 10-minute drive from central Byron Bay. This charming hall is nestled in the friendly seaside village of Suffolk Park, just minutes from the beach. With a spacious yoga room, charming greenery, and easy access to surf, sun, and sand, you’ll love learning to teach yoga here! You’ll have no trouble finding delicious eating options nearby, with cafes to cater to those wanting healthy, vegan, and gluten-free foods.
Experience the stunning natural beauty of Suffolk Park, a short stroll from the beach
Suffolk Park Hall, Suffolk Park
Suffolk Park Hall is located a 10-minute drive from central Byron Bay. This charming hall is nestled in the friendly seaside village of Suffolk Park, just minutes from the beach. With a spacious yoga room, charming greenery, and easy access to surf, sun, and sand, you’ll love learning to teach yoga here! You’ll have no trouble finding delicious eating options nearby, with cafes to cater to those wanting healthy, vegan, and gluten-free foods.
How to Get to Santosha’s Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training?
Getting Here is Simple and Easy
Byron Shire is located on the east coast of New South Wales, Australia. The region is known for its beaches and stunning hinterland scenery. The closest airport to our training locations is Ballina Airport, NSW - a 20-minute drive to Suffolk Park.
Many students choose to drive to Byron from their respective locations. This is a great choice for those who want the freedom and fun of exploring the region's waterfalls, hinterland villages, surf breaks, markets, and beaches in their spare time. There is ample parking at all our Yoga Teacher Training venues.
SANTOSHA YOGA INSTITUTE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING GRADUATES
Why Our Grads Love This Authentic
Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training
“
“Life-changing experience! There are so many things I love about the programme, it was just fantastic and we learned in different ways the aspects of yoga”
- Isabel,
Venezuela
Venezuela
“
“Especially grateful for my amazing teachers for helping me discover what yoga means to me, and for guiding me on my journey to becoming a yoga teacher.”
- Nancy,
USA
USA
“
“The teachers are the most happy, down-to-earth souls you’ll ever meet. They completely connect to you on a one-to-one basis and teach you so much.”
- Kate,
USA
USA
“
“Wonderful, amazing, unforgettable, inspiring, stunning and beautiful journey. One of the best decisions of my life… I will never forget!”
- MC Fischer
Austria
Austria
How is this 200-Hour Yoga Teaching Training Immersion Delivered in Byron Bay?
There are two comprehensive learning components to becoming certified as a RYT-200 Yoga Alliance Teacher. These are the building blocks to a lifetime of fulfillment, impact, and well-being in your own practice and career.
Live Course - 14 Days in Byron Bay
Join us in Byron Bay for an incredible live yoga training experience! This is a yoga teacher expansion, where you will gain the confidence and skills to teach yoga and take your own practice to new levels. Gain specialist skills for your yoga teaching CV including Yoga Nidra, Yoga Therapy, Trauma Sensitive Teaching, Yoga for Mental Wellbeing, Kirtan and Ayurveda and so much more!
Learn Online - 100 Hours
Access comprehensive video modules and manuals created by our team of master yoga teachers. Work through these at your own pace (start from the moment you sign up!) via our easy-to-use learning portal. Retain extended 18 month access to the online yoga teacher training content to refer to at every stage of your teaching journey. You can complete the online portion of the course before OR after you join us in Byron Bay.
Let’s Take a Closer Look at What You’ll Learn Inside This Immersive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Byron Bay
100 Hours Study Online
Complete the self-paced online portion of the course in your own time, before or after you join us in Byron Bay.
Get introduced to your teachers and our core principles. This module includes Foundational Principles videos, guided meditations, asana downloads, and our four downloadable Yoga Teacher Training program manuals.
Investigate Yoga as a means of supporting those with anxiety, depression and for increased mental wellbeing, and gain teaching skills to assist with these common imbalances in mind, body and soul.
Learn anatomy specific guidelines for safe and effective teaching on our Online Yoga Teacher Training via video and live zoom classes, with a comprehensive manual with all you need to teach and progress each posture. Gain an overview of the body, anatomy and systems of the body needed to be a safe and informed yoga teacher. Fascinating material shared by our master teacher – trained and experienced Physiotherapist & Yoga Therapist Andrea.
Go deeper into each Yoga Posture and learn how to teach, modify, adjust and ensure safety for all students in every pose - for confident and safe teaching and practice. Learn to teach Hatha Yoga postures and practices correctly with safe alignment modifications, adjustments and cues – with plenty of opportunities for questions in lour live zoom Posture Labs. Once this is mastered move on to sequence cohesive flowing ‘vinyasa’ Yoga classes to teach in gyms and studios.
Business skills for successfully taking your teaching into the world, to share with others and create your own yoga community – and career.
Learn to teach Yoga in a trauma sensitive manner to ensure safe and inclusive teaching for all your students, including those with trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD
A Teacher’s self-practice is the building block from which great teaching begins. Leave our Online Yoga Teacher Training with a tailored daily Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation practice, specifically designed for your body, mind and spirit. Develop a personalised daily practice to specifically suit your lifestyle, and mental and physical wellbeing. A gift that lasts a lifetime!
Go to the heart of yoga – not just learning the postures but accessing the deeper wisdom of the Yoga Sutras. Explore in-depth the life-changing wisdom of Yoga Philosophy, to create true and long-lasting transformation in your life and relationships. Yoga is so much more than physical postures and yoga philosophy delves deep into the ancient wisdom behind the practice – still as relevant today for creating long-lasting transformation.
Intelligent yoga sequencing is the art of crafting classes that flow with purpose, precision, and care; guiding students safely from one posture to the next in a way that feels natural, balanced, and deeply effective. Rather than stringing poses together at random, intelligent sequencing considers anatomy, energy, and intention, creating a journey that builds towards a peak pose or desired outcome. This approach supports the body’s natural mechanics, reduces the risk of injury, and allows space for transformation - physically, mentally, and energetically. As a teacher, learning to sequence intelligently empowers you to meet the unique needs of your students, whether you’re creating dynamic flows, therapeutic sessions, or deeply restorative practices.
Apply the powerful wisdom of Yoga Philosophy and the sutras to create powerful shifts in your mind and way of thinking. Gain new insights which will revolutionize your attitude and approach to relationships with self and others, for a more joyous and easeful life.
Learn and practice simple yet profound Meditation techniques, and gain the ability to share them through teaching, with videos and scripts of powerful Meditation practices to take away.
Yoga Nidra is a deeply calming and rejuvenating practice known as “yogic sleep”. Learn the history and theory behind this powerful healing art with downloads to keep for a guided practice.
Learn and practice powerful yogic Pranayama (Breath) Techniques, and gain the ability to share them through teaching, with videos and instructions of practices to take away and teach.
“Incorporating mantras into practice can help to make it sacred and take it out of the realm of the physical and into a higher state of awareness” – Zoë Slatoff-Ponté. Think of a mantra as a mental instrument that fine-tunes your yoga practice. Kirtan is the beautiful art of devotional singing, which can be practiced by all. Learn simple chants to share and enjoy.
14-Days In-Person Study in Byron Bay
Participate in revolutionary yoga classes, workshops, and practices over 14 incredible days.
Learn the powerful, flowing yoga practice of Asana, led by our experienced master teachers in our stunning ocean-front yoga shala. You will be taught in the dynamic 'vini' style of hatha postures in flowing sequences, which can be modified or advanced to suit all levels of practice. You’ll also experience restorative Yin Yoga classes to add to your Asana practice.
Experience the life-changing power of yogic philosophy and teachings, from experienced yogis with decades of study and wisdom to share. Taught with humour, insight and care, these profound yet simple lessons are often our student's favourite part of the course!
Varied meditation technique for inner stillness, peace and connection within. Experience meditations from yoga, mindfulness, kundalini and buddhist traditions; and learn to how to teach and share simple meditations with your students.
Our master teachers bring their decades of yoga teaching and study to this class, to share with you best practices and techniques for alignment, modifications and teaching cues. Gain precious knowledge and skills for safe and confident yoga teaching.
Be guided through powerful breath techniques and learn how to harness the power of the breath to bring change in your physical, mental and spiritual state. Learn to share effective breath practices with your students and explore pranayama techniques.
Learn how to teach from an anatomical perspective to ensure your students are kept safe from injury. Examine the anatomy behind each posture and learn the biomechanics of safe practice and teaching.
Go deeper into the yoga postures which make up your practice and teaching. Learn the foundational principles behind each posture classification, for simple, safe and effective teaching and practice.
Learn and practice simple yet profound Tantra techniques, for building a deeper connection to self, others and the universe.
Yes, it's your turn! We support you to have a go at teaching, empowering you with have the confidence to lead others. Leave with the skills and knowledge to teach flowing ‘vinyasa’ Yoga sequences; adaptable to all levels – based on authentic teachings from the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage. Discover the principles for powerful, safe and effective sequencing, giving you the confidence and skills to immediately teach.
Learn how Yoga can help to assist with the treatment of the mental health issues which are running rampant in today’s world – anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and eating disorders. Gain insights how to use Asana, Meditation and Pranayama to bring greater mental wellbeing to yourself and your students.
Deepen your knowledge and application of Ayurveda ‘the science of living’. Beginning from the moment you wake up to when you go to bed at night, the core Ayurvedic principles help you take care of body, mind, and spirit so you can maintain optimum health and prevent disease. This module offers you a powerful tool for optimal health and healing.
Think of a mantra as a mental instrument that fine-tunes your yoga practice. Experience exhilarating live kirtan and sound healing – the beautiful and healing art of devotional singing, which can be practiced by all, lead by talented local guest teachers and musicians.
Learn additional skills to add somatic practices for body and braining functioning - for your own daily practice and to share with your students.
Create Lifelong Connections With Like-Minded People, Grow Your Network, and Build Deep Friendships
Experience an even deeper level of connection, transformation, and encouragement as you share this experience with new friends. Create new connections with teachers from all over the world, bonding over your shared passion for yoga and healthy living, and creating life-long friendships. Build your network of other high-level instructors and friends to collaborate with, learn from, and support each other on your journey.
Not Able to Attend The Full 14-Day Yoga Teacher Training Immersion in Byron Bay?
Our Hybrid Learning options can open the door to make this transformational opportunity possible!
While attending the in-person 200-hour yoga training experience is truly life-changing, and worth every second, we also understand that this kind of time away from your regular life isn’t always possible.
We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to build their yoga teaching skills and immerse themselves in this unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime retreat, which is why we offer Hybrid Learning options. Combine your time in Byron Bay with our flexible online learning experience - start or end your study in Byron, and complete the remainder of your learning from home! Or, why not complete a portion of your course in our Sri Lanka or Bali locations if they’re more convenient for you?
Our commitment is to ensure you’re given the best training possible, and how you access that is totally up to you. Get in touch with our team to explore the bespoke Hybrid Learning option that works best for you!
Meet the Team to Support You at Every Step of Your Byron Bay Journey:
Meet your Santosha Yoga Teacher Training Lead Teacher
Sunny Richards
Sunny Richards is the founder of Santosha Yoga - born from her dream to create a sacred place for healing and transformation to awaken the incredible potential of happiness and connection within us all.
She has taught for over 22 years and trained in Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Vini Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Pre and Post Natal Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Yin Yoga, Children’s Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Meditation. Sunny is also a Functional Breath Coach.
“Sunny is a very well-trained and knowledgeable yogini. She is so hands-on and always there whenever you need her. She feels like a swan taking all her hatchlings under her wing as we coast through the course and life.” ~ Elisa, South Africa, Santosha Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
Sunny’s goal is to fully support and uplift our students and spiritual family. She will be walking alongside you at every step of the Online Yoga Teacher Training Journey, in the same way she would in a live training event – creating community and connection.
Sunny is joined on our Australian Yoga Teacher Training Course by our team of Master Teachers – highly trained yogis, physiotherapists, anatomy experts, and yoga therapists who will guide and support you on your Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training journey.
PETER CLIFFORD
JO FARRELL
JASMINE WHITE
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Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training Earlybird Rate* – $1,790 USD
Full Yoga Course Investment – $1,890 USD
Upcoming Dates:
3 – 16 November, 2026
3 – 16 February, 2027
10 – 24 August, 2027
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Our yoga teacher training is an incredible, life-changing journey. And, we want you to be certain it’s what you truly want deep in your heart, with zero risk to you.
That’s why we offer full flexibility for all our Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Trainings. If you are unable to attend our Byron Bay course for any personal reason, we offer you our Risk-Free Guarantee.
You can transfer your course funds to any other future Yoga Teacher Training course (in any of our locations) and start your online studies straight away with our amazing 200hr online course. If you choose not to attend in person and prefer to study online then we will refund the difference in price between the two courses.
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SAVE $100 USD WITH OUR BYRON BAY EARLY BIRD RATE
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ACCESS TO OUR ZOOM Q&A SESSION WITH MASTER TEACHERS
Gain free access to our Q&A Zoom sessions with Santosha Yoga Institute’s Master RYT-500 Yoga Teachers.
ACCESS OUR FULL SANTOSHA YOGA INSTITUTE MANUAL LIBRARY (Valued at $645 USD)
Access our downloadable PDF manuals with all the information you need to become a safe, inspired and effective Yoga Teacher.
JOIN OUR WORLDWIDE SANTOSHA YOGA INSTITUTE ALUMNI NETWORK
Find amazing job opportunities and teaching connections around the globe from our extensive worldwide family Santosha Yoga Institute yoga teachers and studio owners.
Plus, Receive an Additional BONUS Free Short Online Course of Your Choosing (Valued at $375 USD)
Stand out from the crowd and add valuable, specialist teaching skills to your Yoga CV with one of our world-class short courses.
Gain lifetime access to your choice of our popular Yoga Alliance YACEP online short courses. Choose the option that suits you best - to add to your teaching offerings and Yoga Teaching tool-kit…
Yin Yoga
- 50 Hour Training
Meditation
- 50 Hour Training
Pre + Post Natal Yoga
- 50 Hour Training
Kids + Teens Yoga
- 30 Hour Training
What Sets Our Byron Bay 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Apart for a Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience?
EXPERIENCE BEAUTIFUL BYRON BAY
A Yoga Teacher Training is one of the most incredible adventures you will have in your lifetime… so we ensure that you dive into this adventure in one of the most beautiful places on earth! Byron Bay is a stunning paradise with incredible surf, beaches, relaxed spiritual vibes, food spots, and beaches galore.
DEEP TRANSFORMATION
Like yoga itself, all our courses go far beyond the physical postures - providing you with powerful yoga practices and deeply impactful transformational teachings. Looking for 'not just another yoga training' but a deeply connected physically, mentally, and spiritually rewarding yoga journey? This is the yoga course for you!
COMPREHENSIVE CONTENT
Gain a strong teaching foundation on our in-person RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training in Byron Bay, with incredible daily practices, workshops, and classes. You also have 18 months access to your entire course materials online (with the option to extend for a fee), to refresh your knowledge throughout your future yoga teaching journey.
REVOLUTIONARY NEW MODULES
We want your Byron Bay YTT to have the most impact it can! So we've packed our Byron Bay Yoga course with specialized workshops to take your teaching skills to the next level - along with experiential modules to make this a training experience unlike any other. Emerge as a confident and intelligent yoga teacher with truly unique, highly sought-after skills and wisdom to share.
TEACH FROM THE SOURCE
At Santosha Yoga Institute you learn from an authentic yoga lineage. Gain access to profound teachings passed down through the Krishnamacharya lineage and learn a healing approach to yoga designed to create true well-being. Build a strong foundation - so you know your practice and teaching is safe, effective and authentic.
SUPPORTIVE YOGA COMMUNITY
Gain so much more than a teaching certification! Your mentors will work with you to uncover blocks and find expansion in a fully supported environment. Find the tools you need to live a joyful and fulfilled life, share life-changing experiences, and form bonds with a loving and open-hearted group of yogis that last a lifetime.
Say Yes to This Invitation to Change the Course of Your Life Forever…
Take a moment to pause, and truly envision yourself emerging from this once-in-a-lifetime yoga experience in paradise as a new person - a world of opportunity opened up to you. Imagine how you will feel…
Are you ready to trust the universe and write a new script for your life?
Step Into the Next Chapter of Your Future,
and Embrace Everything Your Yoga Teaching Career Has to Offer You
It’s time to embrace your calling and provide life-changing transformations for your students as an industry-best yoga teacher. Step away from the hustle of life, make your dream a reality, and immerse yourself in 14 days of intentional, spiritual, and inspiring learning. The paradise of Byron Bay is calling your name! All that’s left to do is say… yes.
Start your Byron Bay RYT-200 Training Journey today!
Frequently Asked Questions About
Yoga Teacher Training in Byron Bay
Yes, this is a fully certified Yoga Alliance RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training. This means that upon graduating from your online and in-person studies, you can obtain your certification and register with either of the Yoga Alliance organizations, enabling you to qualify for teaching in yoga studios, community halls, and even for yourself in gyms worldwide. Please note that you will need the appropriate insurance, which we provide to simplify the process!
This course format allows you to complete part of your yoga studies online and part in person. On our hybrid Yoga Teacher Training course, there are 14 days of in-person study in beautiful Byron Bay and 100 hours of online study (which can be completed before or after your time in Byron Bay). This offers you the best of both worlds; an incredible learning and practicing experience in Byron Bay plus lifetime access to our comprehensive online Yoga Teacher Training course video modules for you to refer back to anytime.
No, you can complete the online portion of the Yoga Teacher Training course before or after you join us in Byron Bay.
If you wish to study full time, you can complete the online yoga teacher training portion in 14 days of in-depth study. Combined with the 14-day in-person yoga training, this means you can complete the yoga teacher training in a month. For those that wish to self-pace due to work, family, and other commitments, you’re welcome to take as long as you need to complete your Yoga Teaching course.
We suggest you take your time if you can, so you are able to embody the teachings and develop your self practice.
We suggest you take your time if you can, so you are able to embody the teachings and develop your self practice.
Yes! The 100 hours of online Yoga Teacher Training Training can be completed from anywhere in the word through our convenient online learning portal. You will need to travel to Byron Bay, Australia for the 14-day in-person portion of the training. If you would prefer to complete the full course online, please see our fully online Yoga Alliance Certified RYT-200 yoga teacher training option.
Yes! We offer three payment options for the Byron Bay Yoga Teacher Training to make it easy for you to afford to join the course. You can hold your place in the course with a deposit, pay in full, or choose a payment plan that allows you to pay off the Yoga Teacher Training in four x monthly installments.
If you are unable to attend due to medical or other personal reasons, we will refund all monies minus the USD $2806 USD (United States Dollars) deposit. This deposit can then be applied to any of our in-person or online Yoga Teacher Training courses at a later date of your choosing.
You will gain access to the comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training online learning portal as soon as you register. You can complete these modules before or after your time in Byron Bay.
Your online course modules include Yoga Anatomy, Yoga Postures, Developing a Yoga Self Practice, Yoga Teaching and Sequencing, Meditation, Pranayama, Therapeutic Application of Yoga, Yoga and Mental Health, Yoga Business, Trauma Informed Yoga Teaching, Yoga Philosophy and Sutras, Yoga Philosophy for Daily Living, Yoga Nidra, Mantra & Kirtan, Pre and Post Natal Yoga basics.
Yes! We have so many students who have not studied for a long time or are not familiar with internet technology, so we have lots of back-up support for our easy to use systems and learning portals. All our students have a dedicated student support assistant, whose role is to assist you with whatever arises during your time with us - before, during and after your course. Our unique online workshops and lectures are designed for learning to be grasped by all levels, with varied learning techniques and teaching methods.
To join the online portion of the Yoga Teacher Training course, you will need a computer, phone or tablet with internet access to access the course materials. In general, all you need is an open heart and a willingness to learn!
Yes! Once you are a part of the Santosha Yoga Institute family you will be able to access the online Yoga Teacher Training course course materials and content for life. You will have an 18 month access included with your course and after this time we have a small fee to continue. But you can join for as long as you wish ! You will also be invited to join the monthly live zoom mentor workshops and worldwide Facebook group, which has links to yoga jobs, yoga teaching tips, discussion, and more. Plus, we are always just an email away if you need help or have questions!
There will be plenty of free time during the Yoga Teacher Training for you to relax and enjoy many of the local activities available, including surfing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, and diving! Byron Bay is loved by yogis and surfers alike for its incredible beaches, lively community, eclectic vibes, organic cafes, and incredible options for wellness. A fun melting pot of surf culture and alternative living with live music, delicious cuisine, and active yoga scene, this area is a delight to experience.
Yes, this is the course for you. All our Santosha Level 1 trainings are Yoga Alliance accredited RYT-200 courses – meaning you will learn the skills and gain the solid foundation and yoga practice teaching you need to gain your Yoga Alliance certification and register as a professional yoga teacher immediately upon graduation – qualifying you to share yoga globally in gyms and yoga studios, teaching classes, workshops and yoga retreats.
This is a holistic yoga experience - where you will gain the skills to become a confident and safe yoga instructor, take your personal physical practice deeper, and enhance your yoga teaching skills with plenty of practice teaching.
Alongside the skills to teach you will, develop deeper knowledge to enhance your value as an accredited yoga teacher; including Yoga Sessions, Meditation Techniques, Pranayama (Breathing Techniques), Posture Clinics, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga History, Yogic Lifestyle, Trauma Sensitive Teaching, Yoga for Mental Wellbeing and Ayurveda.
Yes! Santosha courses are much more than just a certificate; they are a chance to personally transform and grow.
Even if yoga teaching is not your goal, you will deepen your personal practice, share a personally healing experience, access incredible tools for health and wellbeing - both mental and physical - gain new wisdom and insights, and be supported by open-hearted mentors and friends on a holisitic yoga retreat experience.
Looking for a change in your life, to reset your mindset and fill it with new, positive energy? If you want to transform your mind, body, and life then this is the best yoga teacher training for you!
Yes, we believe that everyone deserves this life-changing experience! You do not need to have an advanced yoga practice; a desire in your heart to transform and grow is the only prerequisite. We will teach you yoga knowledge, practices, and mindfulness tools for a happier, more authentic heart-centered life; along with all you need to know to safely and effectively teach others. If you are ready to dedicate yourself with an open heart and mind, we would love to have you join us!
Yes! Hold your place on our sell-out courses with the deposit, and then email us at least one month before the course begins to make your final payment - and still receive our early bird discount on your course costs.
Absolutely! We believe that everyone deserves this life-changing experience. You do not need to have an 'advanced' yoga practice to participate in our training; a desire in your heart to transform and grow is the only prerequisite.
We will teach you everything you need to know to teach yoga from the foundations up; starting with the postures themselves, then moving on to sequencing, breath cues and teaching skills. You will come away with the confidence and practice teaching experience to begin your career as a Yoga Teacher (if this is your goal)
You will also gain experience leading pranayama (breath) and meditation techniques, both in a group or one-on-one.
Alongside your yoga knowledge, you will gain practices, tools and techniques for a happier, more authentic heart-centered life; along with all you need to know to safely and effectively share these with others.
So, If you are ready to dedicate yourself with an open heart and mind, we would love to have you join us!
We will teach you everything you need to know to teach yoga from the foundations up; starting with the postures themselves, then moving on to sequencing, breath cues and teaching skills. You will come away with the confidence and practice teaching experience to begin your career as a Yoga Teacher (if this is your goal)
You will also gain experience leading pranayama (breath) and meditation techniques, both in a group or one-on-one.
Alongside your yoga knowledge, you will gain practices, tools and techniques for a happier, more authentic heart-centered life; along with all you need to know to safely and effectively share these with others.
So, If you are ready to dedicate yourself with an open heart and mind, we would love to have you join us!
The yoga style we teach on our courses and yoga retreats is an authentic 'vini' flow - connecting traditional hatha yoga poses in flowing vinyasa yoga sequences, lead by the breath and creating stillness and peace through body and mind.
You will learn to teach the individual hatha yoga postures, and then how to sequence them in holistic 'vini yoga flows' so you can confidently teach 'asana' (yoga posture) classes in gyms and yoga studios. You will also gain experience leading pranayama (breath) and meditation techniques, both in a group or one-on-one.
This teaching style draws from the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage - a therapeutic and holistic approach to asana practice.
As all of our teachings have been passed down through this lineage, this builds a strong and authentic foundation for your teaching and self practice, ensuring what you teach is safe and effective and from a legitimate source.
You know the yoga style you are sharing is the real deal - based on true experiential wisdom built upon by yogis for thousands of years.
You will learn to teach the individual hatha yoga postures, and then how to sequence them in holistic 'vini yoga flows' so you can confidently teach 'asana' (yoga posture) classes in gyms and yoga studios. You will also gain experience leading pranayama (breath) and meditation techniques, both in a group or one-on-one.
This teaching style draws from the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage - a therapeutic and holistic approach to asana practice.
As all of our teachings have been passed down through this lineage, this builds a strong and authentic foundation for your teaching and self practice, ensuring what you teach is safe and effective and from a legitimate source.
You know the yoga style you are sharing is the real deal - based on true experiential wisdom built upon by yogis for thousands of years.
Daily Asana, Pranayama and Meditation classes
Additional Breath and Pranayama practices to both experience and teach - including revolutionary Functional Breath WORK techniques NOT taught in any other Yoga School!
Developing Your personal Self Practice
Mentoring and Sharing circles
Yoga Anatomy
Yoga Postures
Posture Clinics and Teaching Workshops
Yogic Philosophy & Sutras
Deep Dives into Meditation and Philosophy
Understanding Emotions and patterns of behaviour
Therapeutic Application of Yoga
Teaching & Sequencing
Student Teaching Practice
Teaching workshops on cueing correctly
Growing your Yoga Business
Building your Yoga Community
Yoga Nidra
Mantra & Kirtan
Tantra
Ayurveda
Yoga for Mental Wellbeing
Teaching Online Yoga
Yin Yoga classes
Pre Natal Yoga - Asana and Principles
Trauma Informed Yoga Classes
Inversion Labs
Additional Breath and Pranayama practices to both experience and teach - including revolutionary Functional Breath WORK techniques NOT taught in any other Yoga School!
Developing Your personal Self Practice
Mentoring and Sharing circles
Yoga Anatomy
Yoga Postures
Posture Clinics and Teaching Workshops
Yogic Philosophy & Sutras
Deep Dives into Meditation and Philosophy
Understanding Emotions and patterns of behaviour
Therapeutic Application of Yoga
Teaching & Sequencing
Student Teaching Practice
Teaching workshops on cueing correctly
Growing your Yoga Business
Building your Yoga Community
Yoga Nidra
Mantra & Kirtan
Tantra
Ayurveda
Yoga for Mental Wellbeing
Teaching Online Yoga
Yin Yoga classes
Pre Natal Yoga - Asana and Principles
Trauma Informed Yoga Classes
Inversion Labs
Santosha has been running teacher trainings and yoga retreats since 2008, helping our students transform their lives for over 18 years!
Our founder Sunny has gathered an incredible team at our yoga school, who share her passion for spreading the benefits of authentic yoga for holistic healing, and who have a sincere desire to help others live their most fulfilled lives and create the best yoga training on the planet!
Not only do we teach you the foundations of yoga postures and teaching we include special events unique to our yoga school including kirtan, mantra chanting and sound healing in our curriculum to deepen your experience of yoga practices and yoga philosophy.
We share your joys, tears, triumphs, challenges, and successes - once you're part of the Santosha family, we will always be there for you. We invite you to learn with us and transform your own practice... and your life!
Our founder Sunny has gathered an incredible team at our yoga school, who share her passion for spreading the benefits of authentic yoga for holistic healing, and who have a sincere desire to help others live their most fulfilled lives and create the best yoga training on the planet!
Not only do we teach you the foundations of yoga postures and teaching we include special events unique to our yoga school including kirtan, mantra chanting and sound healing in our curriculum to deepen your experience of yoga practices and yoga philosophy.
We share your joys, tears, triumphs, challenges, and successes - once you're part of the Santosha family, we will always be there for you. We invite you to learn with us and transform your own practice... and your life!
Yes! We have many graduates travelling the world and teaching yoga in surf camps, luxury resorts, beautiful holiday locations and even ski resorts and on yachts.
Yes, absolutely! With age comes wisdom, and the life experience you have gained throughout your time on earth is often a blessing when it comes to being able to guide and inspire others through yoga teaching. There is no age barrier to accessing the incredible benefits of yoga practices and sharing them through your teaching. We are getting an increasing number of students joining our courses in their 50s, 60s, and beyond – and we hope to see more.
All our 2024 courses will take place at the delightful and well-lit Suffolk Park Community Hall.
For our Suffolk Park training, you have the freedom to choose accommodation that aligns with your budget and preferences for the 14-day Byron Bay yoga course. Whether you prefer a luxurious experience, camping by the sea, or finding a cozy Airbnb, the choice is yours. We want to ensure that you can select the best option to suit your budget and needs, making this a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you! You can find more information on this location and available accommodation options in our Byron Bay Travel + Accommodation Guide.
The closest airport to Suffolk Park is Ballina Airport. There are lots of options for shuttle buses, some of which offer a door-to-door service for as little as $18 AUD one way. Google ``Ballina Airport Shuttle Bus`` for shuttle options.
You can also fly into the Gold Coast airport at Coolangatta - this is 50 minutes away from Byron Bay. Google ``Coolangatta Airport Shuttle Bus Byron Bay`` for shuttle options
Great idea! When you sign up for the course you will be added to your Byron Bay WhatsApp group, so you can communicate with your course-mates and find others to share your dream Byron Bay home, caravan, room or cabin.
