Avana Yoga is a traditional yoga school. Our teacher trainings are rooted in India’s classical yoga tradition and taught through its texts: the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, the Hatha Pradipika and the Bhagavad Gita, alongside anatomy, breath and the craft of teaching.
Every course is taught in person, in the UK and India, and accredited by Yoga Alliance.
- 01
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Hatha and Vinyasa, over ten weekends in Rhyl, Wales. The foundation training, from 23rd January 2027.
- 02
300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Advanced training for qualified teachers, in Chester, UK and in India. Dates to be announced.
- 03
50-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training
Yin asana, anatomy, meridians and teaching method, in Chester, UK. Counts towards Yoga Alliance continuing education.
- 04
CPD Courses
Three weekends in Chester for teachers and practitioners: philosophy and pranayama, the chakras, and Yoga Nidra.
What makes a training classical
Many trainings teach yoga mainly as movement. Ours treats asana as one part of a larger practice that includes breath, ethics, meditation and study. You learn what the postures are for, not only how to do them.
FAQ
Yes. Avana Yoga is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School. Graduates of the 200-Hour training can register with Yoga Alliance as RYT 200, and the 300-Hour training counts towards RYT 500.
Yes. The 200-Hour training runs at weekends, and philosophy sessions are recorded if you cannot attend live.
Yes. A good understanding of spoken and written English is needed.