Level 2 Teacher Training:
Krama Yoga

This is it. Over the course of 12 weekends split into 2 modules, our aim is to offer the most comprehensive, in-depth and enjoyable teacher training in Sydney.

DATES 2025

March 1/2 + 8/9 +15/16 + 22/23 + 29/30 + April 5/6

April 26/27 + May 3/4 + 10/11 + 17/18 + 24/25 + 31/ June 1 

 

TIME

Weekends from 8am-5pm Saturdays and 8am-4pm Sundays

 

INVESTMENT

$4,500

Early bird: SAVE $300 if paid in full before December 15th 2024. Payment plans available.

SAVE $1000 if Level 1 Teacher Training: Krama Sādhanā has been completed.

 

At Krama Yoga we understand the power of yoga to help you not just survive but thrive as you evolve and grow throughout your life. More than just exercise, we teach yoga as a way of living in which you become aware of the impact you have in the world, and empowers you to become an agent of change for both yourself and others. 

This is the philosophy that sits at centre of our practice. The word Krama in Sanskrit can mean “sequence” and when in the yoga practice implies intentional order, or practicing in a way that is mindful and aware. 

The training has been crafted with a specific progression. You will learn how to teach everyone, from beginners to intermediate and advanced. Over more than 3 months of in-depth study you will explore the history and philosophy of yoga, combined with the right knowledge of sequencing classes that incorporates anatomy and physiology as well as assists to develop and teach your own classes with confidence and creativity.

Over the duration of the training, we will educate and inspire each trainee with all the foundational knowledge you need to start teaching. The course is primarily taught by Doug Whittaker who has each been teaching yoga in Sydney full-time since he was 19 years old, and whose knowledge of the practice goes far beyond the physical.

As there are many Teacher Training programs in Sydney (and beyond) it can be hard to decide on the right one.

Due to the length and depth of our training it will not be for everyone. Our training calls for those who have a desire to become a yoga teacher, those who embrace change and have the curiosity to look deeper into themselves and the world in which they live.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRAINING?

  • Unique, purposely designed training manual, which serves as a journal, resource book and reference tool for future yoga studies.
  • Hard to find textbooks and resource materials from ancient traditions and academic professionals.
  • Personalised physiotherapy assessment session by an experienced physiotherapist.
  • Special guest teachers in their specific fields of study.
  • The opportunity to teach 4 paid classes on the schedule at Krama Yoga upon completion of the training.
  • One month unlimited class pass at Krama Yoga.
  • Massage lotion, tote bag and t shirt.

 

WHAT IS COVERED IN THE TRAINING?

  • Daily āsana practice of specific sequences for the Krama Yoga teacher training 
including the education of posture sequencing and class creations.
  • Daily meditation practice exploring different traditions and techniques and how to teach meditation. 

  • Daily mantra study and chanting practice including harmonium lessons and incorporating voice, sound and music into a class.
  • Group teaching practice to give the experience of teaching a real class, including feedback. 

  • Hands-on-assists workshops to learn the art of assisting in class and the energetics, safety and structure of why and how assisting can be beneficial.
  • Anatomy for yoga, injury prevention and adaptability including modifications for students from all walks of life .
  • Sanskrit study, pronunciation and writing in traditional script to keep the rich history and lineage of yoga alive. 

  • Learn to understand the various Yoga philosophies & scripture and how to incorporate them into your life (and your classes).
  • Daily Prānāyāma practice and breathwork workshops including learning the subtle anatomy and the different yoga energy systems.
  • Rest and relaxation in relation to yoga.
  • How to navigate the business of teaching yoga.
  • In-depth exploration of how to safetly sequence engaging and intelligent yoga classes, while weaving through classical themes to all levels from beginner to advanced students.
  • Training in yogic lifestyle and what it means to be a modern yoga practicitioner.

WHAT MAKES OUR KRAMA YOGA TRAINING UNIQUE?

  • We are not interested in mass producing yoga teachers or creating a training environment where you are just another number in the room. We beleive in quality over quantity which is why our trainings are limited to small groups and run once every two years.
  • The content of the training has been carefully put together (in a sequence) so that there is enough time to learn and practice the art of yoga teaching while still maintaing other life commitments.
  • Each trainee receives a one-of-a-kind deluxe training manual that also serves as a journal, guide book and reference tool for future studies and teaching tips.
  • Doug is present every day for all sessions of the training and is available for questions and feedback at any time during the course.
  • Hands on assists will be covered in depth, drawing from over a decade of extensive knowledge and teaching insights. 
  • Each trainee will have the experience of teaching a full class before and after the end of the course.
  • We beleive in the quality of our training that upon completion of the training graduates can teach paid classes on the schedule at Krama Yoga to teach real classes to the public.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT HAPPENS IF I CAN’T ATTEND ALL DAYS IN THE TRAINING?

Commitment in yoga is paramount to learning and embodying the teachings. If you are not available for all dates then we suggest you wait until the next training intake. Dedication to a practice of any kind allows us to fully be present for ourselves as well as others.

I HAVE AN INJURY, CAN I STILL TAKE THE TRAINING?

Injuries unfortunately happen to all of us. If you are injured but have approval from your doctor and are able to practice a Krama III class with intelligent modifications and enthusiasm, then yes. You will need to inform us of the injury in your application and all admissions are at our discretion.

IS THIS TRAINING REGISTERED WITH YOGA ALLIANCE?

Many yoga teacher trainings try to sell themselves by saying that they are ‘yoga alliance approved’ or use the acronym RYT-200 (registered yoga training/teacher). Yoga alliance does nothing to ensure the quality of any training and instead provides guidelines that are not monitered or reflected in what it means to be a yoga teacher. We choose not to be affiliated with yoga alliance and can ensure that in order to teach yoga classes you do not need to be registered with yoga alliance (YA). For more about yoga alliance please read here or feel free to email us and ask.

HOW MANY HOURS IS THE TRAINING?

Yoga alliance created the model of hours based trainings. This is why you see trainings advertised as either 200hr/300hr/500hr etc. We know that studying and practicing yoga is a life-long journey and to consolidate the richness of what yoga is all about into hours will only dilute things further. Over the 12 weeks of this training plus homework and self-study it will give you a solid foundation to begin your yoga teaching journey. For those looking to study yoga and have no interest in teaching then this training will provide you with knowledge and tools to continue your education further.

IS IT A PASS OR FAIL TRAINING?

There is an exam component to the training to make sure that relevant information is retained. Every module of the training must be attended. We are confident that through our hands-on and dedicated approach combined with your commitment to learn you will certainly pass the exam. Failure to pass the exam will require you to re-sit it at an extra fee.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I FINISH THE TRAINING?

The hardest part about being a newer yoga teacher is finding work or getting the opportunity to teach in yoga studios. We know what this is like and how it can be disheartening and an obstacle of the journey to being a better yoga teacher. To help with this (and because we beleive in our training) we offer all graduates of the training the opportuntiy to teach paid classes on the schedule at Krama Yoga.

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