The Shala London

yoga teacher training & cpd

The Shala School of Yoga teacher training faculty brings together some of the UK’s most well respected and inspirational teachers to offer both a 200-hour and 300-hour teacher training programme, as well as advanced stand-alone training and CPD modules. Courses are either HYBRID (in studio and livestream), VIRTUAL (livestream only) or IN STUDIO (in studio only).

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About The Shala School of Yoga

The Shala School of Yoga is a long standing organisation that brings together an exceptionally experienced and gifted team of senior teachers. The School provides a supportive and nurturing environment for its students and helps them to reach their fullest potential both personally and professionally. Our team of teachers is committed to providing the highest quality yoga instruction and helping each student to develop a deep understanding of the practice. With their wealth of experience and knowledge, the Shala School of Yoga teachers can offer students a truly transformative yoga experience.

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Blended, Hybrid In Studio & Virtual Livestream, In Studio, On Demand, Virtual Livestream
300-hour Yoga Teacher Training
with  Adelene Cheong, Alexa Dean, Anne Malone, Barrie Risman, Charli Van Ness, Daniel Simpson, David Behrens, Dina Cohen, Ellie Grace, Emma Landolt, Gingi Lee, Jennie Wadsten Sharma, Matthew Clark, Melanie Cooper, Norman Blair
Blended, Hybrid In Studio & Virtual Livestream, In Studio, On Demand, Virtual Livestream
Flexible Start dates

This diverse and flexible 300-hour level 2 Yoga Teacher Training programme gives you the opportunity to continue your education, expand your knowledge and delve deeper into specialist topics of your choice, creating an advanced portfolio to master yoga teaching as a life path, career and practice.

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17 August 2025 
Virtual Livestream
Jennie Wadsten Theming
Theming Yoga Classes & Workshops
with  Jennie Wadsten Sharma
Virtual Livestream

Learn how to authentically weave in themes into your classes, helping to inspire your students and creatively introduce yogic concepts in an accessible and meaningful way. 

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13 September 2025 
– 16 March 2026
Blended, In Studio
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
with  Gingi Lee
Blended, In Studio

The Shala School of Yoga’s 200-hour teacher training programme has been described by past graduates as “transformational”, “life-changing” and “mind-blowing”. This Yoga Alliance-accredited course, led by an experienced and dedicated teaching faculty, is designed to take you deep into your yoga practice and personal inquiry.

Many people join our training for their own personal growth and exploration, rather than to teach. For those who are called to share the practice, the course provides the skills, knowledge and support to grow into an authentic, confident teacher.

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20 September 2029 
– 20 September 2025
In Studio
Mindscape | Meditation, Yoga Nidra + Nada Yoga Teacher Training Module
Mindscape | Meditation, Yoga Nidra + Nada Yoga Teacher Training Module
with  Charli Van Ness
In Studio

This course offers a unique opportunity to learn to teach a variety of yoga practices to support mental health and general well-being, helping individuals manage stress, enhance emotional resilience, and improve overall mood and relaxation.

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27 September 2025 
– 19 October 2025
Virtual Livestream
Beyond Asana | The Inner Path of Teaching Yoga | 300-Hour Core Module 1
with  Gingi Lee, Melanie Cooper
Virtual Livestream

The Beyond Asana – The Inner Path of Teaching Yoga course lies at the heart of our YA accredited 300-hour Level 2 training and it is a mandatory part of our programme. The course is designed to elevate, inspire and evolve you as a yoga teacher. It spans six days as hybrid or virtual only course, covering a broad spectrum of topics from ethics and trauma sensitivity to theming, meditation, chakras and much more.

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11 October 2025 
– 12 October 2025
In Studio
Post-Natal Yoga Teacher Training
with  Alexa Dean
In Studio

This two-day intensive training combines theory, practical learning, and hands-on teaching practice for postnatal yoga. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to confidently deliver postnatal yoga classes tailored to support those who have given birth and their babies.

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1 November 2025 
– 17 December 2025
Virtual Livestream
Pranayama training
Sacred Breath | Pranayama Teacher Training
with  Melanie Cooper
Virtual Livestream

This Pranayama course provides theoretical understanding and practical application of sacred ancient breath-control techniques. Covering personalised practice methods, historical roots, benefits, precautions, and how to integrate the knowledge into your teachings, the course offers live-streamed sessions with catch-up recordings.

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6 November 2025 
– 15 September 2026
Virtual Livestream
Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream

This monthly online gathering is a supportive space to explore yogic wisdom in dialogue – a place for teachers and practitioners of yoga to reflect together on how ancient ideas can support modern lives. We meet every few weeks, alternating between Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:00–9:00 pm

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7 November 2025 
– 9 November 2025
In Studio, Virtual Livestream
Yoga Nidra Teacher Training
with  Jennie Wadsten Sharma, Melanie Cooper
In Studio, Virtual Livestream

Three days of nurturing, deep rest and inspiration, this yoga teacher training course will give you what you need to deepen your practice and expand your teaching horizons. You can opt to do this course in studio (Nov 2025 and 2026) or livestream (April 2026).

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20 November 2025 
– 5 February 2026
Virtual Livestream
Mentoring for Yoga Teachers
with  Melanie Cooper
Virtual Livestream

The Teacher Training Mentoring Programme offers a supportive and inspiring space for yoga teachers at all stages of their careers to gain guidance and insight from a experienced teacher trainer. The livestream sessions course provide personal and professional growth through expert guidance, emotional support, and creative inspiration.

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22 November 2025 
– 23 November 2025
In Studio
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Trauma Informed Yoga
with  Ellie Grace
In Studio

Support your clients in moving beyond stress, grief, trauma and burnout with embodied awareness and evidence-based yoga practices. A weekend-long training for yoga teachers wishing to deepen their understanding of trauma, the evidence basis for using yoga and how to teach with trauma-impacted students.

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28 November 2025 
– 30 November 2025
In Studio
Women’s Well-Being Teacher Training Module
with  Charli Van Ness
In Studio

Are you ready to deepen your understanding of the menstrual cycle and help guide others on a healing journey? This transformative training is for those who feel called to work holistically with women’s health—combining ancient wisdom, modern science, and groundbreaking methodologies for a deeply empowering and healing experience.

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5 December 2025 
– 7 December 2025
In Studio
Sacred Sound Yoga Teacher Training
Sacred Sound & Ceremony Teacher Training
with  Anne Malone
In Studio

Discover how to create tranquil, transformative experiences using Himalayan singing bowls, voice, mantra, and sacred ceremony techniques under the expert guidance of musician‑yogini Anne Malone. This immersive in‑studio weekend training offers both personal enrichment and professional development for anyone running classes, events and retreats.

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23 January 2026 
– 26 January 2026
In Studio
Advanced Teaching Skills: Core Module
with  Gingi Lee, Melanie Cooper
In Studio

This rich 4-day course with lead teachers Melanie Cooper and Gingi Lee is designed for yoga teachers who wish to deepen their understanding of asana and refine how they teach asana based classes so that they are alive, multi-faceted, inspirational – and moving with modern times.

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31 January 2026 
– 1 February 2026
In Studio
Choreography + Transition Teacher Training
Somatic Yoga | Creative You Teacher Training
with  Charli Van Ness
In Studio

Part of our Inspire & Ignite Your Teaching Path series, this is a creative, informative and inspiring training day to spark new ideas and reinvigorate your teaching. 

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1 January 2025 
– 22 February 2026
Hybrid In Studio & Virtual Livestream, In Studio, Virtual Livestream
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
with  Melanie Cooper
Hybrid In Studio & Virtual Livestream, In Studio, Virtual Livestream

The slower practice of yin can be a gateway to your inner world, helping you to connect and go deep inside so you can truly rejuvenate. Adding yin to your skill base can significantly expand your horizons and potential as a teacher. On this blended course – 2 days in person or livestreamed plus a library of invaluable recorded content, you will learn how to teach yin in a way that is inclusive, safe and compassionate.

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5 March 2026 
– 9 March 2026
In Studio
Pregnancy Yoga teacher training
Pregnancy Yoga Teacher Training
with  Alexa Dean
In Studio

This comprehensive 5-day training interweaves theory with a holistic, technical, spiritual and practical approach to teaching yoga to pregnant women. Led by Birth Doula, Yoga Teacher and Childbirth Educator Alexa Dean, this course gives you the skills and knowledge to confidently and safely teach pregnancy yoga.

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21 March 2026 
– 21 March 2026
In Studio
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200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Open Day
with  Charli Van Ness, Gingi Lee
In Studio

We warmly invite you to our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Open Day with Gingi Lee and Charli Van Ness. Join us to learn more about our transformative 2025 programme. This is a unique opportunity to meet the lead teachers, explore our beautiful studio, take part in a taster session, and discover how this life-affirming training could shape your path – whether you’re looking to teach or deepen your personal practice.

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21 March 2026 
– 23 March 2026
Hybrid In Studio & Virtual Livestream, In Studio, Virtual Livestream
Creative Yoga Sequencing Teacher Training
with  Melanie Cooper
Hybrid In Studio & Virtual Livestream, In Studio, Virtual Livestream

A 3-day training giving you the tools and inspiration to confidently, creatively and intelligently devise your own yoga sequencing. This training has a strong emphasis on exploration and giving students a variety of skills ranging from lesson planning to how to effectively integrate music.

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10 April 2026 
– 12 April 2026
In Studio
kids yoga teacher training
Kids Yoga Teacher Training
with  Charli Van Ness
In Studio

This Kids Yoga Teacher Training brings support, inspiration, self belief, empowerment and education to the child’s development. Delivered through Movement, Mindfulness, Creativity, Nutrition, Song, Poetry, Sacred Sound + Storytelling.  

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9 April 2026 
– 26 April 2026
Blended, In Studio
Chair yoga teacher training
Chair Yoga | IN STUDIO
with  Dina Cohen
Blended, In Studio

Chair Yoga is a versatile accessible practice for everyone. Ideal for seniors and the less able-bodied, it is also suited to those who would like to learn different ways to enjoy their yoga practice without rolling out a mat and getting up and down from the floor.

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24 April 2026 
– 26 April 2026
Virtual Livestream
Yoga Nidra Teacher Training
with  Jennie Wadsten Sharma, Melanie Cooper
Virtual Livestream

Three Virtual livestream days of nurturing, deep rest and inspiration, this yoga teacher training course will give you what you need to deepen your practice and expand your teaching horizons.

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– 1 January 2022
All Locations, Virtual Livestream
Yogic Freedom for Modern Practitioners | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
All Locations, Virtual Livestream
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3 May 2025 
– 5 May 2025
In Studio
Yoga adjustment teacher training
Yoga Adjusts & Assists | Teacher Training
with  Gingi Lee
In Studio

Offering skilful hands-on Yoga Adjusts & Assists as a teacher can be a powerful and integral part of helping students deepen their yoga practice, especially at a more advanced level. This practical 4-day Yoga Adjusts & Assists YA accredited teacher training course with Gingi Lee focuses on teaching this invaluable skill with an understanding of the biomechanics and subtle energetics of the body.

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15 May 2026 
– 19 May 2026
In Studio
Yin yoga teacher training
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
with  Norman Blair
In Studio

An opportunity to delve deep in to the meditative practice of Yin yoga with Norman Blair who is one the UK’s most experienced and well respected Yin yoga teachers. The IN STUDIO yin yoga teacher training course is designed for professional as well as personal development.

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6 June 2026 
– 8 June 2026
In Studio
Elemental Mandala Vinyasa Teacher Training
with  Emma Landolt
In Studio

This training will enable you to create and teach classes that inspire embodied self-expression and awaken inner wisdom through the connection of movement, breath, and the elements.

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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
The Problem of Suffering and How to Find Peace | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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19 September 2026 
– 20 September 2026
In Studio
Exploring Inversions, Arm Balances & Backbends Teacher Training Module
with  Charli Van Ness
In Studio

Explore how to teach Inversions, Arm Balance and Backbending variations using the Wall, Props, Advanced Modifications, Counterposes & Hands on Adjustments.

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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
Doing the Right Thing – Yoga and Ethical Dilemmas | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
Relationships – Balancing Boundaries and Acceptance | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
Yogic Perspectives on What Makes Life Meaningful | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
Is Yoga Political? Reflecting on Power and Practice | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
What’s Appropriate? Rethinking Authenticity | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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– 1 January 2022
Virtual Livestream
Yoga and Death – Surrendering to Impermanence | Yoga Philosophy Club
with  Daniel Simpson
Virtual Livestream
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In Studio
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training | Relax & Restore Intensive Level 1
with  Adelene Cheong
In Studio

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In this 5 day immersive Restorative Yoga Teacher Training Relax & Restore Intensive training, Adelene Cheong will be exploring the art and science of restorative yoga and deep complete relaxation. The course is ideal for trainee yoga teachers, qualified yoga teachers and those looking to deepen their experience of Restorative yoga for personal development.

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On Demand
Yoga Anatomy | Embodied Wisdom
with  Melanie Cooper
On Demand

This ON DEMAND foundational course explores the anatomy of yoga in a way that is relevant, practical and accessible – and enjoyable. It has been designed specifically for those with limited or no anatomical knowledge to give a foundational skillset to enable you to teach safely and confidently.

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On Demand
Yoga Philosophy Teacher Training
Yoga Philosophy Foundations
with  Matthew Clark
On Demand

This on demand course is an ideal introduction to yogic philosophy, introducing the history, origins, key texts and theories behind the vast subject of yoga. The course is led by Dr Matthew Clark, a truly brilliant down to earth, insightful teacher who never fails to engage his listeners through his talent for storytelling.

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On Demand
Business of Yoga
Business of Yoga
with  Lynda Phoenix
On Demand

This On Demand Business of Yoga course is aimed at yoga teachers who want to market themselves effectively and authentically. This four-part course will give you a deeper understanding of digital marketing marketing covering website, SEO, email marketing, social media and paid advertising campaigns. The course offers easy ways to get set up with marketing and create content to grow your audience.

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About The Shala School of Yoga

About The Shala School of Yoga

The Shala traces its roots to 1998 when Gingi Lee founded his first yoga studio in Battersea. Gingi was a yoga pioneer in London being among the first to set up a yoga studio in the city. The studio was dedicated to the practice of ashtanga yoga, an intense, life-asserting, meditative discipline cultivating strength, flexibility and stamina. 

The Shala’s sister organisation The Shala School of Yoga, was set up in 2016 to offer training and courses for those looking for personal and professional development. The courses focus on the spiritual and philosophical aspects of this ancient practice, as much as the physical. With this broad foundation, our trainees are encouraged to create their own individual teaching path and find their authentic teaching voice. 

Our teacher training offers a broad range of specialist courses covering styles of yoga such as Yin, Nidra, Pregnancy and Restorative as well as courses focused on Pranayama, Breathwork, Mindfulness, Meditation, Sound & Ceremony, Asana, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Anatomy and more. 

Our Offerings


The Shala School of Yoga offers a range of in-person, on-demand, and blended learning live stream trainings and CPDs. These include:

Courses & CPDs – specialist 200-hour and 300-hour teacher training programs, as well as advanced stand-alone training and CPD modules, accredited by the Yoga Alliance. This includes hybrid (in the studio and live stream), virtual (live stream only) or in-person (in-studio only). 

The Shala Yoga Centre offers a variety of inspiring classes, workshops, courses and webinars to help you deepen your mind-body practices. Our range of offerings includes Aerial Yoga, Yin Yoga, Holistic Birth Rehearsal, Mummy & Me Club, Yamuna Bodyrolling and Sound Bath Ceremony, as well as some free in studio open day events that provide valuable insight into various aspects of yoga and wellness. 

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