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A Yoga Instructor teaches yoga classes for groups of participants. You might work with beginning yoga students or with more experienced clients. Yoga Instructors demonstrate yoga techniques and ensure participants are holding their positions correctly. You might teach yoga classes at your own home or in a gym or health clinic.
A Yoga Instructor, or Yoga Teacher, should be physically fit and able to demonstrate a range of yoga techniques. It’s important that you can communicate well and listen to the individual needs of your clients. Yoga Instructors should be organised and able to deal with several tasks at one time. You must be able to work with clients from a range of backgrounds and display excellent interpersonal skills.
There are 4 courses available for people who want to become a Yoga Instructor.
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The Advanced Diploma of Holistic Classical Yoga Practices (52792WA) is for experienced yoga practitioners wanting to implement a personal self mastery action plan and go deeper into the classical asanas as well as yoga history, literature, and philosophy. Enquire now for the full list of study units and the next opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 12 months.
The 11150NAT Diploma of Yoga Teaching equips individuals to function as professional yoga teachers skilled in therapeutic application. It prepares them to teach yoga and meditation at an advanced level in group settings, one-on-one sessions, or with individuals at different life stages. Students develop expertise in yogic consultation, applying foundational principles of therapeutic yoga, yoga lifestyle, and philosophy. They also learn research methods to offer professional services within their practice scope, assisting clients with special needs and chronic conditions, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals as necessary. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
The 11149NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to teach yoga competently and authentically. Students will learn to teach yoga practices such as pranayama, mindfulness, and meditation, incorporating yoga philosophical frameworks. The course also includes anatomy and physiology relevant to yoga teaching, sequencing skills, postural alignment, instructional techniques, and professional ethics and standards. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Do you have a solid yoga practice and want to become a qualified instructor? This course delivers the history and fundamentals of yoga (anatomy, breath work, meditation, nutrition) as well as essential first aid and business skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, teaching outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Yoga Instructor generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 37,800 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Yoga Instructor. Yoga Instructors may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Yoga Instructor interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Yoga Therapy Teaching. This course covers the fundamentals of yoga, including anatomy, breath work, meditation and nutrition. An Advanced Diploma of Holistic Classical Yoga Practices may also be appropriate.
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