Inclusive Hatha & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training

A transformational, non-dogmatic training in the heart of Bristol.
Oct 2026 – May 2027.

Applications now open!

200 Training Hours
8 Weekend Modules
£3,597 Total Fee
Oct '26 Start Date

SCHEDULE

Module 1
Oct 8–11
4 days
Module 2
Nov 6–8
3 days
Module 3
Dec 12–13
2 days
Module 4
Jan 16–17
2 days
Module 5
Feb 5–7
3 days
Module 6
Mar 20–21
2 days
Module 7
Apr 17–18
2 days
Module 8
May 15–16
2 days · Final assessments

ABOUT THE COURSE

Embody what you teach

Our 200hr courses thoroughly prepare you to teach yoga, and 90% of our trainees teach within 3 months of graduating. Compared to 35% on average. We have run this course for 17 years and every time we learn how to support you better; so that you exvel as a teacher.   This is a broad, experiential curriculum, non-dogmatic and rooted in yoga philosophy. You'll leave with the knowledge, skills and confidence to teach with depth and authenticity. 
This inclusive training covers teaching for complete beginners, and includes chair yoga, restorative practices, anatomy, philosophy, and full business setup support.
A woman practicing yoga in a well-lit studio, wearing patterned leggings and a tank top, on a blue and white striped yoga mat, with a green plant in the foreground and wooden shelves with yoga equipment in the background.
Group of people practicing yoga in a bright studio with exposed wooden beams and white brick walls, using yoga blocks and mats.
People lying down in a yoga class on mats with their eyes closed, practicing relaxation or meditation, in a bright room with wooden floors and large windows.
A group of women practicing yoga in a studio, using yoga blocks for support, with one woman being assisted by another in a forward bend pose.

CURRICULUM

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Asana & Adjustment
Key principles, alignment, hands-on adjustment and mobilisation for healthy movement in all bodies.
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Mind & Meditation
Meditation techniques, pranayama, breathwork, neurology of yoga and the psychology of practice.
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Philosophy & Ethics
Yoga philosophy from key texts, contemporary applications, ethics of teaching, and yoga's historical context.
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Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy of breath and posture, restorative poses for sleep and stress reduction, and chair yoga training.
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Teaching Practice
1-2-1, small and large group settings with peer and mentor feedback across all levels — beginners to mixed.
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Your Teaching Business
Setting up, marketing and growing your yoga business — so you can start teaching with confidence from day one.

Student Testimonials

“There is a lot to learn and it’s a transformational ride but the support given by Laura and the team was everything you could ask for. Bristol School of Yoga created a wonderful learning experience and support network to give me the skills and confidence to follow my dream.”
— Kate Goatfield

Course Teachers

Laura Gilmore
With over 26 years' teaching experience, Laura leads the training programmes at Bristol School of Yoga and is certified to train teachers to the highest level. Laura shares an in depth knowledge of yoga traditions, meditation practices, pranayama techniques. Read more about Laura.

Kate Brandon
Kate Brandon is a highly experienced specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience in both private practice and the NHS. A qualified yoga teacher, she has been teaching anatomy, physiology and movement science topics for yoga teachers for the past decade.

“There is a lot to learn and it’s a transformational ride — but the support given by Laura and the team was everything you could ask for. They gave me the skills and confidence to follow my dream.
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— Kate Goatfield
“Expect a thorough sprinkling of history and philosophy and some juicy anatomy, all taught with the right level of humour, spirituality and pragmatism.”
— Amelia
“I really couldn’t recommend Laura and the Bristol School of Yoga highly enough, an exceptional team who really do live and breathe the values and truth of yoga.
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— Lisa

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Applications are now open for the October 2026 cohort.

  • The training days are from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. with an hour for lunch. Lunch is usually from 1.00 - 2.00 p.m.

    • At least 2 years steady practice, including one year of regular practice online or in person with a teacher.

    • An understanding of the key yoga asanas such as trikonasana (triangle pose), vrksasana (tree pose), bhujangasana (cobra), ardo mukha svanasana (down dog) etc. The course teaches you how to teach these and other yoga postures. Having an understanding of what the body is doing in these asanas is key, so that you can draw on your experience when it comes to teach them yourself.

  • You need one day or two evenings a week to study at home. Home study is adaptable to suit your needs & is guided & supported. It will include:

    * Reading the key texts

    * Preparing an anatomy & physiology group presentation

    * Preparing a Yoga sutra presentation

    * Talking together about yoga philosophy concepts as part of the course

    * Observing 6 yoga classes and writing up your observations as a course assignment

    * Teaching 6 yoga classes & reflecting on your teaching as a course assignment

    * Writing a main essay on a yoga topic of your choice

    There are also a couple of reviews, exams & assessments as part of the course. These include:

    * An anatomy & physiology open book exam

    * Studying for your final written review / exam

    * A personal practice assessment - to check you understand the main principles of the yoga postures & practices

    * A final teaching assessment

  • The Hatha & Restorative 200 hour Teacher Training tuition fees are £3,597.

    Payment plans and bursaries are available.

  • Please get in touch if you feel you need an alternative payment plan to make the course financially accessible for you,

    Payment Plan - £1000 deposit payments of £216.42 per month for 12 months
    Total fees - £3,597

    When you apply, you will be asked to pay a £1000 deposit. If your application is successful, you will be automatically signed up to the payment plan which is available on your application date, using the payment method you provided to pay your deposit.

    Your first payment will be taken automatically 1 month after you pay your deposit. Your payment schedule can only be changed with agreement from Bristol School of Yoga.

  • We are committed to enabling and empowering students who have been affected by racism and discrimination - acts that are not compatible with the practice of yoga. Therefore we are offering bursaries on all of our courses specifically for those who have been affected by racism and discrimination.

    Find out more about bursaries →

  • There are a number of books you will need to read and be familiar with before starting the course, and some books that we recommend you read to support your studies. I hope you will find all of them useful throughout life too.

    See the full reading list →

  • The course is registered with and certified by YogaPros UK. You will also receive a BSY certificate of attendance for 200-hours.

  • All deposits and payments are NON-REFUNDABLE.

    Deferral to a future course is available for a fee and at the discretion of Bristol School of Yoga Ltd, and no later than 3 months prior to the course start date.

    View full Term’s and Conditions here

  • All of the dates noted above must be attended in person or live via zoom. For credential purposes, catch up can not be achieved with recorded content. If you miss a day or more of training we will offer a group catch up session towards the end of the course. This catch up date is NOT included in the course fees, exact fees will be determined closer to the date and dependant on how many people need the extra hours. Please see the terms and conditions for more info

“I cannot thank Laura and the team at the Bristol School of Yoga enough for everything that they have done. I cannot imagine a more wonderful way to transition from yoga student to yoga teacher – even though the student part never stops!”
— Jake