A 200 hour yoga teacher training (YTT) is the internationally recognised foundation certification for yoga teaching. After completing Zama's 200hr program, you will be qualified to teach yoga classes across studios, gyms, corporate wellness, online platforms, and private sessions. You'll understand yoga anatomy, sequencing, philosophy, pranayama, and safe teaching methodology — enough to lead confident, professional classes from day one.

No. Zama's 200hr Yoga Teacher Training is open to students of all body types, flexibility levels, and experience backgrounds. You don't need to be able to do splits or advanced inversions. What matters is a genuine interest in yoga and a commitment to learning. All postures are taught with modifications, so you'll also learn how to work safely with students of all abilities.

We recommend having a regular yoga practice — ideally at least six months to a year of consistent practice — before beginning your 200hr training. You don't need formal qualifications, but familiarity with the basic postures will help you get the most from the program. If you're unsure whether you're ready, reach out and we'll help you assess where you're at.

Yes. Zama's 200hr Yoga Teacher Training is registered with Yoga Australia, Australia's peak body for yoga. Graduates are eligible to apply for Yoga Australia Provisional Membership, which is recognised by gyms, studios, and employers across Australia and worldwide.

Yes — a 200hr certificate is the standard entry-level qualification for yoga teachers worldwide. You can work in studios, gyms, corporate wellness settings, and as a private teacher. For full Yoga Australia membership (which allows for insurance and professional recognition in Australia), you will eventually need to complete 350 hours total. Zama's 200hr course articulates directly into our 350hr pathway, making the upgrade straightforward.

The duration depends on your chosen study pace. Zama's 200hr training is self-paced and delivered fully online, so you can move through the material in as little as six months or spread it across up to 12 months alongside work and family commitments. There are no weekly live class obligations, so you study when it suits you.

Zama's 200hr Yoga Teacher Training covers: yoga asana (postures) including alignment, cues, and modifications; anatomy and physiology for yoga teachers; pranayama (breathwork); yoga philosophy and the eight limbs of yoga; sequencing and class design; teaching methodology; hands-on adjustments and assists; yoga nidra and meditation fundamentals; and the business basics of starting to teach. You'll graduate with a comprehensive understanding of yoga as both a physical practice and a holistic tradition.

Yes. Zama Institute is a fully online school, established in 2013. The entire 200hr Yoga Teacher Training is delivered through our online learning platform, with video lessons, downloadable manuals, and flexible assessment. There are no compulsory in-person intensives. This makes Zama's training ideal for Australians in regional areas, busy parents, shift workers, and anyone who needs genuine flexibility.

Please visit the course page for current pricing. Zama offers flexible payment plan options so you can spread the cost over time. The investment in a 200hr certification is significant, but it's also the foundation for a career or deepened practice that can last a lifetime.

Upon successfully completing all course requirements, you will receive a Zama Institute Certificate of Completion for the 200hr Yoga Teacher Training. This certificate makes you eligible for Yoga Australia Provisional Membership. With professional membership, you can obtain professional indemnity insurance — a requirement for teaching in most studios and gyms.