About the Course
IYT® 300-Hour Advanced Diploma in Yoga 🎓
A Programme by the IYO® International Yoga Organisation
This advanced 300-hour programme is designed for certified yoga teachers who wish to elevate their practice, deepen their understanding, and refine their teaching to a therapeutic and professional level.
How This Programme Will Help You
This course is a transformative journey designed to build upon your 200-hour foundation. Upon completion, you will have the skills and confidence to guide students with greater depth, safety, and insight.
Deepen Your Knowledge: Move beyond basic instruction to a profound understanding of yoga philosophy, advanced anatomy, and the subtle energetic body.
Develop Advanced Teaching Skills: Learn to create sophisticated, theme-based classes, workshops, and private sessions. Master the art of hands-on assists, verbal cueing for diverse bodies, and therapeutic sequencing.
Specialize Your Niche: Gain the foundational knowledge to work with specific populations and common physical limitations, positioning yourself as an expert in yoga for wellness.
Enhance Your Credibility: Earning a 300-hour diploma from the IYO® demonstrates a serious commitment to your profession, enhancing your credibility with students, studios, and wellness centers.
Undergo Personal Transformation: This immersive programme is not just about teaching others; it's a powerful opportunity for your own personal growth, deepening your self-practice and connection to the yogic path.
Detailed Course Outline & Certification Uses
This comprehensive curriculum is structured to provide a holistic and in-depth education, combining theory with extensive practical application.
Module | Topics Covered | Hours |
1. Advanced Asana & Subtle Body | Deconstruction of advanced postures, functional alignment, bandhas, mudras, and the study of the chakra and nadi systems. | 75 |
2. Advanced Pranayama & Kriya | In-depth techniques for advanced pranayama (breathing), retentions (kumbhaka), and traditional yogic cleansing techniques (kriyas). | 50 |
3. Yoga Philosophy & Ethics | In-depth study of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, and Samkhya philosophy. Ethical guidelines for senior teachers and client management. | 50 |
4. Anatomy & Yoga Therapy | Advanced biomechanics, functional movement, and the application of yoga for common ailments (e.g., back pain, anxiety, joint issues). | 75 |
5. The Art of Teaching & Sequencing | Advanced sequencing for therapeutic outcomes, peak poses, and workshops. Finding your authentic voice, classroom ethics, and business of yoga. | 25 |
6. Practicum & Mentorship | Teaching practice with constructive feedback from senior teachers, observing and assisting in classes, and developing a personal mentorship plan. | 25 |
Total Hours | 300 |
Primary Uses of Your IYT® 300-Hour Certification:
IYT-500 Eligibility: With your previous 200-hour certificate and this 300-hour diploma, you will be eligible to register with international bodies like the Government and Private sectors, the highest initial designation.
Teach Advanced Offerings: You will be qualified to lead advanced-level classes, specialised workshops, and teacher training modules.
Specialise in Yoga Therapy: This diploma provides the foundation to offer one-on-one yoga therapy sessions focused on wellness and managing specific physical or mental conditions.
Enhance Professional Credibility: Your advanced certification will open doors to opportunities in premier studios, wellness resorts, corporate wellness programmes, and healthcare settings.
Mentor Future Teachers: As a senior teacher, you will be equipped with the knowledge and experience to mentor new instructors on their path.
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IYT® Diploma Programme in Yoga Certification by IYO® International Yoga Organisation
IYT® Diploma Programme in Yoga Certification by IYO® International Yoga Organisation