800-hour Yoga Therapy Training
Online and In-person - Start Anytime
We are thrilled to now offer a comprehensive 800-hour Yoga Therapy Teacher Training program. This course has been nearly a decade in the making, reflecting years of dedication, research, and refinement. We are excited to share our extensive knowledge and experience in the field of Yoga Therapy with you, and offer you the most flexible Yoga Therapy Programme available.
What is Yoga Therapy?
Yoga Therapy is a specialised field for certified Yoga Teachers (from any recognised association) who aspire to become Yoga Therapists or deepen their understanding of how to address various challenges within the body and mind. It provides preventive and healing yogic practices tailored to individuals with specific injuries or health conditions, offering both support and empowerment.
While Yoga Therapy is primarily designed for one-on-one sessions, the knowledge and techniques gained can also be effectively applied in group settings, enriching your teaching and broadening your impact.
How is This Training Delivered?
You have the flexibility to complete this course entirely online or attend select modules in person, which are tuition-free for enrolled students. The online content is delivered through our comprehensive and user-friendly platform, featuring pre-recorded lectures, readings, and assignments.
In-person modules are offered several times a year, primarily in Portugal, giving you the opportunity to join whenever it suits your schedule. Additionally, group Zoom mentoring sessions provide a supportive environment to connect with mentors and peers, ask questions, and discuss case studies.
You will have two years minimum, and four years maximum to complete this training.
Programme Accreditation
We are actively pursuing full certification by IAYT, the most recognised international organisation for Yoga Therapists and Yoga Therapy schools, with accreditation expected in 2025. For now, we are proud to be registered as a member school with IAYT.
Take advantage of our current lower prices before full accreditation, as we will need to align our fees with other accredited schools once certification is complete.
Programme Overview
Part 1 – Foundational Modules: Gaining Skills
The foundational modules are designed to equip your teacher's toolbox with a wide range of yoga and holistic tools while providing the knowledge and understanding needed to use them effectively. In this phase, you will deepen your understanding of anatomy, physiology, and movement biomechanics. You’ll also develop essential skills, such as conducting research, critically evaluating evidence, and applying trauma-sensitive principles to everything you teach.
Additionally, you will learn to observe and assess key elements such as posture, gait, range of motion (ROM), and muscle strength. You’ll gain expertise in teaching Prenatal Yoga classes and Senior Yoga, focusing on the unique needs of pregnancy and conditions associated with aging. You will learn how to use chairs and other props to make your teaching accessible to everyone. This section also includes in-depth instruction on Pranayama and Meditation and other yogic tools.
The goal of Part 1 is to build your skill set and knowledge base so that, when you move on to Part 2, you are well-prepared and confident to begin one-to-one therapy sessions.
Part 2 – Yoga Therapy Modules: Therapy Work
The second part of the training focuses on an in-depth exploration of all organ systems, examining various injuries, conditions, and therapeutic interventions. During this phase, you will begin working one-on-one with clients addressing specific health challenges, while submitting detailed case studies throughout the program.
By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge and confidence to embark on your journey as a Yoga Therapist. Our goal is to equip you with the skills needed to work effectively with individuals facing a wide range of health challenges.
Meet the Teachers
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Nina Vukas
E-RYT 500, RPYT, C-IAYT
PROGRAM DIRECTOR, LEAD TRAINERNina, founder of Spanda Institute, is a yoga teacher, teacher trainer, therapist, and author with over two decades of experience. Holding a degree in psychology and certification in somatic psychotherapy, she brings a unique blend of expertise to her teaching. As the lead trainer and mentor for this Yoga Therapy Training, Nina will guide you through a transformative journey, sharing her knowledge and experience wholeheartedly.
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Marina Moric
RYT 500, RPYT, PhD
NEUROSCIENCE TEACHERMarina is a yoga teacher and biologist with a PhD in Neuroscience. A graduate of Spanda Institute’s 200- and 300-hour programs, she combines her scientific expertise with her love for yoga. As part of the Yoga Therapy Training, she teaches neuroscience and its applications in yoga and therapy, enriching the program with her unique perspective.
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Gea Krajcar
E-RYT 500, RPYT
PRENATAL YOGAGea is one of our lead trainers for Spanda Institute’s 200- and 300-hour programs and the program director for the Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training. She is the founder of SOMA Yoga Wandsworth in London, where she teaches when not leading retreats and training courses. For the Yoga Therapy Training, Gea will teach the Prenatal module, sharing her expertise in this specialised field.
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Teresa Wohlmannstetter
E-RYT 500, RPYT, PHYSIO
ANATOMY & PHISIOLOGYTeresa is a physiotherapist, yoga teacher, and anatomy teacher with experience in orthopaedic practice. A graduate of Spanda Institute’s 200- and 300-hour and Prenatal programs, she combines her expertise in anatomy, manual therapy, and sound healing to support therapeutic applications of yoga. As part of the Yoga Therapy Training, Teresa teaches anatomy and assists select in-person modules, bringing her deep knowledge of the body to guide students in their journey.
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Laurelle Fullan
RYT 500, YOGA NIDRA TEACHER
EMBODIED CALM YOGA NIDRALaurelle is an experienced yoga teacher, having completed Spanda’s 300-hour YTT, a Yoga Nidra practitioner, astrologer, and end-of-life doula. As part of our Yoga Therapy team, she will be teaching Embodied Calm, Spanda Institute’s Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Nidra method.
Investment
Paid in full: 7600 euros
Five Instalments: 8000 euros (5 x 1600 euros)
24 monthly Instalments: 8400 euros (24 x 350 euros)
Five instalments:
1st instalment: before your desired start date
Each next instalment is due every four months from the start date
24 instalments:
1st instalment before your desired start date, followed by one instalment each month for 23 months.
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Application Process
Ready to apply? Simply complete the form below, and we’ll get back to you promptly. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a call before submitting your application, feel free to email us at admin@spandainstitute.com.