200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Brussels
Ready to learn to be a safe and effective Yoga teacher while experiencing personal growth?
If you’d like to deepen your Yoga journey. Our 200-hour in-studio Yoga teacher training programme is an opportunity to gain wisdom and insight about Yoga while cultivating self-awareness and growth.
200-Hour Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in Brussels, Belgium
€2995 Full Price
€1495 Concession Price
Early bird first five spaces - (paid in full)
Standard Early Bird Price: €2,570
Concession Early Bird Price: €1,285
This includes unlimited group Yoga classes from four weeks before and after your training programme starts.
Payment Plan on Full price
€599.00 non-refundable deposit - then four payments of €599.00
Professional discount
Bodywork professionals, therapists, medical, health and wellness professionals are offered a €300 discount. Evidence of status and activity will be required.
Concession pricing
Unemployed/Students - 50% reduction
2025 Spring dates: Jan 18/19, Feb 1/2, 22/23, Mar 1/2, 15/16, 22/23, Apr 12/13, 26/27 May 3/4
Training Description
The Yoga Academy’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training programme runs over eight weekends twice a year, in Spring and Autumn.
Get ready to deepen your practice while understanding your body and mind.
Learn how to teach Yoga effectively and safely and understand anatomy, philosophy and human psychology.
Our comprehensive 200-hour yoga teacher training program includes pre-recorded videos, live in-studio sessions, breathwork, meditation, homework, and self-reflection to help you become an effective yoga teacher and self-aware.
Training Details & Curriculum
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As a registered teacher from Brussels Yoga Academy with 200 hours of training, you'll gain a strong foundation in Yoga teaching and deepen your practice. You will focus on anatomy, alignment, and adjustments to guide your students in an inspiring, educational, and empowering practice.
In our 200-hour programme, accredited by Yoga Alliance, we equip you with the skills to conduct group classes.
Additionally, we'll help you discover and polish your unique teaching voice, boosting your confidence to start teaching immediately.
The 200-hour in-studio Yoga Teacher Training programme covers the following key topics:
Anatomy & Physiology
Application of Anatomy to Yoga
Alignment/Adjusting
Sequencing
Yoga Philosophy and Non-Duality
Psychology
Breathwork & Meditation
Nutrition
Business & Ethics
Observation & Practice Teaching
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Spring training starts in early February, while Autumn training starts in September. Both programmes are spread over several weekends, consisting of teaching weekends and a final weekend of exams and evaluations.
You should plan for 4-6 hours a week of coursework, watching supporting videos and required reading.
You’ll also be required to practice Yoga regularly throughout the programme.
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Training times are;
In-studio sessions start at 13:00 to 18:00 on Saturdays and Sundays.
You are required to attend at least 80% of the sessions to ensure that you pass the requirements to receive your certificate.
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Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training programme aims to cater to dedicated students interested in either teaching Yoga or deepening their practice. We offer this course over weekends to accommodate people with busy schedules and family commitments.
Our syllabus instils a robust understanding of anatomy, alignment, philosophy and adjustments.
This solid foundation enables you to guide your students through a transformative Yoga practice that enlightens, invigorates, and heals.
A strong thread of our training is your personal development with dedicated meditation and breathwork sessions.
As you progress through the course, your unique teaching voice will emerge, bolstering your confidence as a registered Yoga instructor.
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We ask that you have at least a year of regular practice, two to three times a week, and a good knowledge of the English language.
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While many 200-hour Yoga teacher training programmes are available, we focus on teaching from first principles, helping you lay the foundation for lifelong learning as a Yoga teacher or dedicated Yoga student.
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training programme merges scientific insights with time-honoured Yoga traditions.
This approach ensures a well-rounded understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology alongside classical asanas and psychology.
Many programmes give you knowledge but fail to provide the framework to learn and apply Yoga and philosophy to your life. We give you the skills to teach a class of students and help you develop your skills as a human being to lead a fulfilling life.
With consistent programme content and an established curriculum. Our programme has stood the test of time and continues to develop and evolve to incorporate modern thinking.
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The invisible thread of personal development weaves through every aspect of our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) program, enriching not just your physical practice but your inner life.
This thread is spun from integrated activities designed to enhance self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and holistic well-being.
Meditation Program
At the core of our YTT is a structured meditation program. Here, you will not only learn various meditation techniques but also explore the philosophy and psychology behind them.
The aim is to equip you with the tools to navigate the mental and emotional landscapes that Yoga invariably brings to the surface. Beyond merely teaching these practices, we guide you in integrating them into daily life.
The goal is a sustainable, personal meditation practice that remains with you long after the program ends, enriching your teaching and personal life.
Journaling Exercises
Journaling exercises are interspersed throughout the course to facilitate internal dialogue and self-reflection.
These exercises offer you a private space to confront, analyze, and integrate what you're learning and experiencing.
They serve as a record of your journey and a tool for ongoing self-inquiry.
Questions and prompts will guide your writing, encouraging you to delve deeper into your aspirations, fears, and evolving insights about Yoga and life.
Conclusion
The invisible thread of personal development in our 200-hour YTT is nurturing the 'whole' you.
It is about recognizing that a competent Yoga teacher is proficient in asana, anatomy, and emotional and spiritual well-being.
Engaging in meditation, neurodynamic breathwork, and journaling provides a structured yet flexible framework for discovering and shaping one's growth path.
Through this, we aim for you to emerge from our program as a Yoga teacher and a more self-aware, emotionally balanced, and spiritually grounded individual.
Meet the Team
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Gary Bridgeman - Lead Teacher
Gary Bridgeman founded the Brussels Yoga Academy, a community of Yoga, body and mental health professionals dedicated to integrating scientific research into traditional Yoga techniques to support the teaching community and empower individuals to live their most fulfilling lives.
Gary’s passion lies in raising the bar in Yoga education and helping establish Yoga teachers as recognised professionals with the skills and knowledge to support their students in learning, growing, and evolving beyond their self-imposed limitations.
Born in London, England, Gary now lives in Brussels, Belgium, and is a registered Yoga teacher, MBSR teacher, and neurodynamic breathwork facilitator. An avid polymath, Gary also complements his Yoga with knowledge of philosophy, psychology, physiology, and entrepreneurship.
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Simon Dywer - Meditation and Yoga Philosophy
He believes that meditation is more than just a skill; it's a way of being that can transform our relationship with ourselves, others, and the world around us. Simon's time in an Ashram was rigorous, with multiple daily meditations.
He learned various practices centred around the robust process of Self-Inquiry, which develops mindfulness, compassion, loving-kindness and insight and helps us connect with our true selves.
Beyond his extensive education and experience in the Ashram, Simon is an organisational psychologist, psychotherapist, and wellness coach who helps people find more peace, joy and balance.
With over 15 years of meditation practice and teaching experience, Simon's teaching style is warm, friendly and supportive.
He creates a safe and welcoming space for everyone to explore their inner potential.
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Michael Chia - Teaching and Adjustments
Michael is a yoga enthusiast who stumbled upon its transformative power in 2011 while in Bali. Later, while going through the deepest chapter of a health crisis, yoga became his guiding light.
This profound experience ignited his passion to share its transformative power with others. He enjoys travelling and has taught in the serene landscapes of Thailand, Cambodia, and Bali.
For Michael, yoga transcends beyond mere physical postures of Asana practice or being flexible; it's a holistic practice embracing mindfulness, gratitude, and, more importantly, cultivating a positive mindset. In between travels, he channels his creativity through the lens of a commercial photographer, videographer, and workshop leader.
Beyond yoga, his pursuits include a lifelong dedication to Shotokan Karate and certification as a Thai massage therapist.
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Bahar Camozu - Teaching Assistant
Bahar Camozu, from Izmir, Turkey, is a dedicated yoga teacher with a background in marketing and corporate consulting.
After discovering her passion for yoga, she has been teaching Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga since 2023, inspired by her experience in long-distance running and marathons.
Bahar has completed a 40-hour training with David Swenson and a 200-hour Hatha Vinyasa training in Brussels. Her practice, enriched by Mysore classes, is the cornerstone of her life.
As a certified instructor, Bahar guides students in achieving holistic well-being through the union of breath and movement, focusing on physical alignment, mental clarity, and inner peace. Central to her teaching is ujjayi breathing, which enhances the yoga experience and nurtures the nervous system.
FAQs
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If you're passionate about Yoga, eager to learn, and want to share your love for the practice with others, you're ready to embark on the path to becoming a teacher. Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training programme will equip you with essential skills.
The course covers the fundamentals of each asana, provides guidance on safe adjustments and modifications, and teaches you effective cueing techniques for sequences. You'll also learn how to communicate with diverse audiences and anchor your practice in a way that informs your teaching.
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No need to fret; advanced arm balances and intricate twists aren't mandatory for this course. We do ask that you have at least a year of committed Yoga practice, ensuring that everyone in the training has a basic understanding of various asanas.
The programme then helps you sharpen your practice and view asanas from an instructional angle. During the training, you'll encounter some challenging poses, but that's the enriching aspect of Yoga and your body—each informs the other!
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The 200-hour programme from Brussels Yoga Academy provides comprehensive training that enables teachers to tailor Yoga programmes for their students.
This personalisation is grounded in a deep understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and traditional Yoga practices.
Participants from various Yoga traditions find that our training enhances their understanding of asana and body mechanics, which they can integrate into their teaching methods.
The 200-hour course features Hatha complemented by breathwork and restorative practices.
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We require that you attend at least 80% of the training weekends and endeavour to make up your learning. You’ll be offered some recorded content from the weekend and the opportunity for catch-up sessions where needed.
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Payment in full offers a further 5% saving.
A payment plan is available, with monthly payments charged over five months.
The first payment is due 28 days after you are accepted onto the programme and have paid your deposit. And then every 28 days after that.
This is an auto-pay program with payments made only by credit card.
Each payment is one-fifth of the tuition balance after the €500 deposit
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Participants may cancel their enrolment in the YTT programme up to 30 days before the start of the training and receive a full refund or credit.
Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days before the start of the training will be subject to a 50% refund or credit. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations made within 15 days of the start of the training.
A 10% processing fee will be applied to all refund or credit requests, which will be deducted from the total refund or credit amount.
Participants may transfer their enrolment to a future edition of the YTT programme, subject to availability and approval by BYL Academy. A transfer fee of 150 EUR will apply for all transfer requests made during ongoing training.
The 500 EUR deposit is non-refundable in all cases.
Love from our graduates
"My confidence during the training went from low to high" -Caroline
This is how my emotions varied since April: 1st Scared before the start. Doubting of myself, non-confident. Then so excited and happy to have dared to take this journey Now so gorgeous about this experience, I even thank myself for having subscribed. It would have been such a shame to miss this. I also feel a bit sad it’s over because I really loved my weekend during the training.
My confidence during the training went from low to high thanks to Marc’s philosophy and approach. I thought at first that I was not good enough at Yoga but actually there is no good or bad.
I was positively surprised about the teaching philosophy which is inclusive to all levels, with compassion and acceptance of limits.
I am happy that I chose this training at the Brussels Yoga Loft because it was exactly corresponding to my teaching style and philosophy.
"Thank you to the Yoga Loft team for this great adventure!" - Federica
The Yoga Teacher Training course offered by Yoga Loft does not just provide you with the essentials to teach a professional Yoga class in safety and adapted to the different needs of those who attend.
For me, it was a milestone in my personal development as it invites you to change and to improve your approach to life. With its vast array of Yoga-related subjects, this course provides you with a set of tools to make use of in your daily life to help you grow, to find your balance, to establish better relationships with whoever comes into your life and to build a solid relationship with your inner self.
The teachers are great! …Very competent and devoted and the girls attending the course with me were a real gift that I will forever treasure.
A big Thank you to the Yoga Loft team for this great adventure!
“I personally grew so much in those past two months." - Carina
I would absolutely recommend this training. I personally grew so much in those past two months.
Mentally as well as personally. I never thought about teaching a group – I did this training more for myself and my yogic growth.
But looking into the faces of the group after teaching is priceless and I really enjoyed it.
It was also a great experience to meet like-minded people to share experiences and get new inspirations.