Grounded Hatha
An Inclusive 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Course for Real Bodies & Real Lives with Retreat Host training included
Grounded Hatha 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training CourseYoga Teacher Training for Real Bodies
I didn’t come to Yoga feeling confident. I came feeling intimidated, unseen and like I didn’t fit in. Even on my own Yoga Teacher Training Course in 2014, I carried the belief that maybe Yoga (or teaching it), wasn’t really meant for people like me.
Despite what I was bombarded with on social media, Yoga really is for everybody, every age and every level.
When I began teaching in 2014, I made a promise that:
No one would ever leave my class feeling unseen, judged or not “Yoga enough”.
Grounded Hatha is the training I wish had existed when I first started.
What to expectAn inclusive Yoga Teacher Training course for those who love Yoga but never felt like they quite “fit” the Yoga Body stereotype and who want to support their peers in their everyday lives.
A breath-led Hatha Yoga Teacher Training designed for real bodies, real lives and real-world teaching. You’ll learn how to teach Yoga in a relaxed, relatable and adaptable way, that allows your personality to shine through and will attract your dream students.
You’ll gain knowledge, confidence & real-world experience to support your own students, create your own classes, workshops and Retreats and build a heart-led Yoga business that feels aligned with your life.
Because teaching Yoga is about so more than standing at the front of the class, it’s about creating experiences where people feel safe, supported and transformed.
Throughout the Grounded Hatha course, you’ll learn not only HOW to share your Yoga knowledge in a non-intimidating way, but how to create meaningful wellbeing experiences from your first class, to workshops, courses and your own Retreats.
Grounded Hatha is for teachers who want to do things differently.
How the Training Works
Designed with busy, real-life people in mind, the course blends flexible in-home learning (live and recorded sessions) with 2 in-person weekends at a Spa Hotel and a final 3 night Yoga Retreat project, spread over 6 months.
❋ Hybrid LearningIn this training, the breath governs the practice and you’ll learn how to create classes that are grounding, accessible and well-paced for your students. Stepping away from the current wave of aesthetic alignment, this course will teach you the skills that transform lives, one breath at a time.
❋ Breath-led Hatha YogaAt the heart of this training is a simple belief: Yoga should give people more agency in their bodies, not take it away and you’ll learn how to build this confidence in your own student’s practice (and maybe in your own practice too!)
❋ Choice, Agency & SupportYou’ll gain the knowledge you need to support your own students, create your own classes, workshops & Retreats and run a heart-led sustainable business, in a safe and supportive space, without exhausting yourself.
❋ A Supportive Space
Grounded Hatha 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training CourseOur Yoga Teaching Philosophy
Over the space of 6 months, you’ll learn how to teach breath-led, choice-based Hatha Yoga classes that focus on supporting real-life women in their busy lives. The training covers these 5 main pillars in flexible modules, that fit around your life, job and family:
Want to hear more about the course? Listen to the Podcast episode all about it, here
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You’ll be diving into the history of Yoga, it’s Philosophy and studying ancient texts to understand how these practices can help us navigate modern problems, from stress and overwhelm, to ageing well and the pressure to always be doing more.
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Our signature modules! You’ll learn how to teach beyond the “ideal Yoga body” adapting and modifying Yoga poses, using empowering and positive language, visual & verbal cues & props and introducing your students to Pranayama and Meditation to calm their busy minds.
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Learn how to weave Yoga philosophy into your classes to support your students who are suffering from modern problems due to their busy lives, such as overwhelm, stress and lack of time. You’ll learn how Yoga can support healthy ageing and how to confidently teach to older beginners.
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In these modules you’ll learn how to manage your classes professionally, how to create a safe and warm environment for your students and ethical teaching practices, so that your classes are inclusive & accessible. You’ll learn that teaching Yoga is rarely about the body and always about the person in front of you.
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Building your business beyond the studio, by learning how to create weekly in-person and online classes, courses, workshops, events and Retreats. This isn’t about learning how to run Retreats in theory, you’ll gain hands-on experience at planning and hosting one with your fellow trainees.
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Andrew McGonigle (aka Dr Yogi) will be leading the Anatomy & Physiology part of the course. His approach is science-backed, but fun and will cover the anatomy & physiology you need to understand why bodies move differently and why Yoga feels so good!
This part of the course is self-paced, but you will be able to meet with Andrew every 5 weeks for a live Q & A session.
Find out more about Andrew here
Grounded Hatha 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
Inclusive Yoga Teacher Training Dates
Sessions take place on Zoom on a Tuesday evening. Each session will typically include a presentation/discussion followed by a practice. Replays are available of the sessions if you miss any or want to revise them.
Dates for your diary:
Month 1: Learning the history of Yoga, applying Yoga Philosophy to modern life (on & off the mat), studying the ancient texts & their relevance today, understanding the Subtle Energy Body and how to use it to balance out stress & burnout.
Month 2: Understanding Pranayama as the heart of the practice, setting up and structuring Yoga classes, learning the power of positive language to empower your students, managing your student’s needs.
IN PERSON SATURDAY 24th & SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER
Month 3: Encouraging choice-based practices in your students to develop self-confidence, moving away from aesthetic alignment and feeling into poses, teaching Meditation for busy minds, using props and chairs to adapt any practice safely.
IN PERSON SATURDAY 28th & SUNDAY 29th NOVEMBER
Month 4: Learning how to teach Meditation in nature & with craft/art, weaving Yogic Philosophy into classes that resonate with modern lives, finding your niche, building your business and getting your first students.
Month 5: Sequencing classes for anxiety, stress, overwhelm, busy lives (30-45 minute classes), healthy ageing and deep relaxation, working with suppliers on events, refining your teaching style.
Month 6: Preparing to co-host your first Retreat with guests, planning workshops and events, learning how to market on social media, moving into Yoga Teacher identity.
THE YOGA RETREAT PROJECT FRIDAY 5th - MONDAY 8th FEBRUARY
Our 2 in person weekends are held in a lovely spa hotel near Worcester, with a view over the Malvern Hills. Easily accessible just off the M5 motorway, the hotel has a spa which you will be able to enjoy after the sessions. .
These in-person elements are designed to grow your confidence, help you build connections and embody the teachings. You’ll get hands on teaching experience, with real time feedback and plenty of time for discussions & self-reflection.
Grounded Hatha 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
The Yoga Retreat Project
Taking you from Yoga Teacher Trainee to Retreat Host
Unlike many other Yoga Teacher Trainings, you won’t just learn about Retreats, you’ll actually help create plan and host one.
Throughout the Grounded Hatha course, you’ll work together with your fellow trainees to plan and co-host a real Yoga Retreat for real-life guests. But don’t worry! I have already booked the venue, got some (very willing) guests and our lovely chef will be keeping us very happy at mealtimes, so there’s no financial risk or pressure on you to fill it!
Going far beyond being a lovely weekend Retreat at the end of your training, this is your opportunity to experience what it’s really like to create and run a Retreat from the ground up, without those nerves of having to put a deposit down and hoping people will come.
You’ll learn from my 10 years of Retreat Hosting experience how to:
Create a Retreat theme that appeals to your audience
Design and plan a schedule that flows from start to finish, that your guests will love
Juggle the practicalities and logistics behind the scenes
Welcome, support and hold space for real guests throughout their experience
Reflect on your experience and build confidence for creating your own Retreats in the future
You’ll gain hands-on experience of the planning, preparation, delivery and hosting involved in running a Retreat, with my support and guidance.
All trainees will have the opportunity to bring along a guest to the Yoga Retreat weekend for a super reduced rate, because having someone there to support you and see you succeed is what our community is all about.
Grounded Hatha 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
What’s Included in The Yoga Teacher Training Course?
❋ Access to all the live & recorded training sessions so you are ready to teach & host your own Retreats straight away!❋ Training Manual to refer back to whenever you need❋ Full access to our live online & on-demand Yoga classes for 12 months (from the date you sign up) worth £250, to keep your personal practice going❋ Access to Dr Yogi's Anatomy & Physiology online course + a live Q&A session with him, approximately every 5 weeks❋ 4 x 1-2-1 online Mentorship sessions during the course, for support and help with anything you might be struggling with (additional sessions can be purchased for an additional cost)❋ 2 x 1 night single occupancy, ensuite room at The Bank House Hotel near Worcester❋ Refreshments, 2 x lunches, 1 x dinner and 1 x breakfast during your hotel stay❋ 3 night Retreat Project Experience in Derbyshire (accommodation & food included)❋ Training certificate upon completion for you to show off very proudly!
Grounded Hatha 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
What Makes this Yoga Teacher Training Different from other 200 Hour Courses?
Traditional Yoga Teacher Trainings Focus on:
Teaching the pose
How the body looks
Alignment
Physical adjustments
One “correct” version
Yoga Philosophy & the ancient texts
Learning to teach Yoga classes
Yoga teaching business basics
Retreat immersion
Becoming a Yoga Teacher
This is a great question! There are so many 200 hour Yoga Teacher Trainings available now, how do you choose which one suits you?Grounded Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Focuses on:
Teaching the person
How the practice feels
Supporting agency & choice
Visual & verbal cueing
Options & adaptations
Yoga Philosophy for messy, modern lives
Creating meaningful experiences
Building a successful business
Retreat Host training
Becoming the teacher you wish you’d had
Grounded Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Course Investment
Full Course Price - If booked after 1st June 2026
£3400 (£400 deposit secures your space)
6 or 12 month payment plans available, please get in touch to discuss what works best for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our main style for this training is Hatha Yoga, with a focus on making the practice accessible to as many people as possible. You will also learn how to sequence Vinyasa Yoga (or Flow as it is often called), Chair Yoga & Restorative Yoga too.
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There’s really no such thing as being “good” at Yoga. All I ask is that you have a regular practice of 2 or more years, are open learning new things and really passionate about helping others feel good!
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All the live online sessions will be recorded, so you will be able to watch a replay if you miss a session. 100% attendance is required at the in-person weekends in order to pass the course, but I understand things come up sometimes, so this will be discussed with the individual on a case-by-case basis.
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Each module has a task for you to complete, to show your understanding of that topic. You’ll also need to pass your Anatomy & Physiology module, undertake a certain number of classes, and pass your final teaching assessment. I know this sounds like a lot right now, but the course will guide you gently through each stage, so it won’t feel overwhelming!
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Many people join teacher training without knowing whether they want to teach (myself included!)
They come because they want to understand Yoga more deeply, grow in confidence and explore a new direction in life.Gaining this certification means you can teach straight away, or leave it 1, 2 or even 5 years before starting out! You’ll find the more you learn about Yoga, the more opportunities it opens up for you that you may never have thought of before!
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You’ll be able to get insurance and start teaching Yoga as soon as you have been certified. Where totally depends on you, but you could teach in gyms, studios or start your own classes in community spaces.
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In this methodology we teach how to visually and verbally cue poses, because this is what we use 99% of the time, but you will learn some basic physical adjustments.
We focus on how a pose feels rather than how it looks and giving our students the agency and choice in their own bodies. So if a student is feeling a pose but it doesn’t look like the “perfect” alignment in our head, should we adjust this person physically?
On the rare occasion when a physical adjustment is needed, consent is always required and adjustments are made in a gentle and sensitive way, but only after visual and verbal cues have been offered and/or the students asks for an assist.
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Yes it is! Grounded Hatha follows the recognised 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training standards set by Yoga Teachers Together, one of the UK's professional accreditation organisations for Yoga Teacher Training.
This means the course has been independently assessed to ensure it meets high professional standards for 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, including course content, teaching methodology, assessment processes, ethics and trainee support.
On successful completion of the training, you'll receive a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate, enabling you to begin teaching professionally and obtain appropriate Yoga Teacher insurance.
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Yes! After month 1 of the training, you will get hands on experience teaching our Eat. Sleep. Yoga community, who are all very excited to meet you! We have a wide range of classes that you will be able to teach & maybe even teach your own, if you want to!