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SCY Level 2: Learn to Teach Yoga
Develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a competent and compassionate yoga teacher.
Our Learn to Teach Yoga programme is designed to help you transition from practitioner to teacher through a structured combination of teaching theory, guided practice, and real-world teaching experience. Rather than simply learning how to demonstrate techniques, you'll develop the ability to understand your students, design meaningful classes, teach with confidence, and create transformative learning experiences.
Comprehensive Teaching Methodology
Learn to understand students, assess individual needs, design purposeful sequences, structure engaging classes, communicate effectively, and adapt practices with confidence, clarity, and safety.
Guided Practicum
Teaching is learned through teaching. Throughout the program, you will practice teaching, conduct ive teaching sessions, and receive personalised and peer feedbacks, gradually building the experience and confidence to lead classes independently.
Professional Development
Beyond teaching techniques, you'll cultivate the qualities of an exceptional teacher through training in communication, ethics, holding space, and professional conduct, preparing you for a meaningful and sustainable teaching journey.
Core Modules
Module 1: Teaching Asanas
Teaching asanas is more than demonstrating techniques—it is the art of guiding transformation. At Skanda, you'll develop a complete teaching framework that equips you to understand your students, assess their needs, design purposeful sequences, create engaging classes, communicate with confidence, and teach with safety, clarity, and professionalism
You will prepare and conduct mock teaching sessions and receive personalised feedback from our guides, shaping you into a competent and compassionate yoga teacher.
For Detailed Teaching Asanas Curriculum, 1. Foundations of Teaching Asana The Role of a Yoga Teacher Student-Centred Teaching Teaching for Transformation The Skanda Approach to Teaching The Journey from Practitioner to Teacher 2. Understanding Students Understanding Student Goals Observation & Student Assessment Different Types of Students How Students Learn Common Student Challenges 3. Teaching an Asana Class Principles of Teaching Giving Instructions & Cueing Teaching Alignment Adaptations & Modifications Managing Group Classes 4. Teaching the Skanda LEAP Asanas Teaching Framework for Every Pose Teaching Core Asanas Teaching Supporting Asanas 5. Structuring & Sequencing Classes Principles of Class Design Components of a Yoga Class Sequencing for Different Audiences Common Sequencing Mistakes 6. Communication, Presence & Professionalism Effective Communication Holding Space Professional Ethics Common Teaching Mistakes Developing as a Teacher
Module 2: Teaching Pranayama
Teaching pranayama requires more than knowing breathing techniques—it requires the ability to observe, assess, and guide each student appropriately. At Skanda, you'll learn a comprehensive teaching framework that enables you to teach pranayama safely and progressively, design purposeful classes, support individual needs, and confidently guide students through every stage of their practice.
For Detailed Teaching Pranayama Curriculum, 1. Principles of Teaching Pranayama Understanding the Student Observation Skills Safety Principles Teaching Breath Awareness Learning Progression 2. Teaching Foundational Breathing Practices Breath Awareness Practices Foundational Breathing Techniques Relaxation Practices 3. Framework for Teaching Pranayama Introducing & Demonstrating Practices Guiding Students Observation & Corrections Explaining Purpose & Benefits Reflection & Integration 4. Teaching the Skanda LEAP Pranayama Techniques Teaching Core Pranayama Practices Class Design & Sequencing Progressions & Modifications Managing Energetic Experiences 5. Observation & Assessment Skills What to Observe Recognising Student Progress Identifying Challenges Providing Feedback Managing Individual & Group Practice
Module 3: Teaching Meditation
In this module, you will continue to deepen your understanding of meditation and specifically Yoga-nidra and Tratak. You will also learn to conduct a Yoga-nidra session by assessing the participant's background and readiness, and accordingly create a safe and supportive meditation class.
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Module 4: Anatomy & Biomechanics
A skilled yoga teacher understands not only the practice, but also the body that is practising. At Skanda, you'll develop a basic understanding of anatomy and biomechanics, enabling you to teach with greater safety, confidence, and precision while adapting practices to accommodate different bodies, abilities, and movement patterns.
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Module 5: Professional Development & Ethics
Teachers are defined not only by what they teach, but by how they teach. At Skanda, you'll explore the ethics, responsibilities, and professional skills of a yoga teacher while cultivating effective communication, authenticity, leadership, and lifelong learning—helping you build a sustainable and meaningful teaching practice.
Supplemental Modules
Module 6: Kirtan, Mantra & Sound Healing
In this level, we continue to heal through the power of sound, music, and devotion. We explore Mantra chanting as a tool for concentration and healing. The practical sessions will open your heart, foster connection, joy, gratitude, and awaken a deeper sense of presence beyond the thinking mind.
Module 7: Introduction to Ayurvedic Cooking
We continue to learn the foundations of Ayurvedic cooking, and explore new recipes for preparing balanced, wholesome meals that support health, vitality, and your yoga practice.