Serving the Profession Since 1999
We’re dedicated to the ongoing growth and sustainability of the Yoga profession within Australia.
Yoga Australia is the peak body for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, yoga teacher trainers, and yoga therapy trainers in Australia. We lead, set, and uphold industry standards, advocating for the principles of yoga and supporting the professional development and personal well-being of our members.
Back on the Table: Private Health Insurance Benefits
Yoga Australia applauds the recommendation to reinstate yoga in private health insurance benefits. The Federal Government has accepted the recommendations of the Natural Therapies Review, announced by the former government following the exclusion of 16 natural therapies from private health insurance benefits in 2019.
Mental Health through the Yogic Lens
Who are you? According to Yoga, all our answers to this question are ultimately describing the mind. Whatever we might say about ourselves, what we see in the world and what we think about the world is only what our minds are telling us. For the vast majority, unless steps are taken to quieten the mind, we never see the world as it is – only as it is shown to us by our own mind.
The Credibility of Yoga as Evidence
This statement presents the evidence supporting yoga as a credible health intervention within Australia’s healthcare system. Drawing from the National Health and Medical Research Council Natural Therapies Review published in 2024, along with contemporary clinical research, we demonstrate yoga’s measurable benefits and advocate for its continued integration into mainstream healthcare.
Reflections on Two Years Sanskrit Study
Sanskrit holds the vibrational essence of yoga’s deepest teachings. In this reflection, Julian Singh shares how formal study transformed his relationship with the language, revealing it as a living tradition that bridges modern practice and yoga’s ancient roots.
Yoga Enthusiast
$72/year
A Yoga Enthusiast is someone passionate about yoga but not currently earning an income from teaching.
Yoga Teacher
From $144/year
We welcome all Yoga Teachers at any level of experience who are keen to develop themselves and support the profession.
Yoga Therapist
$33/year (add-on)
For existing members who have taken an approved Yoga Therapist Course to work within this specialised space. This adds onto your teaching membership.
Yoga & Endometriosis
Jill Harris, Registered Senior Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist has partnered with Deakin University to develop this short course, based on a dedicated study into how yoga can support those living with endometriosis.
Understanding Scope of Practice
In this short course we will address the key professional responsibilities that yoga teachers must understand when working with students. We will briefly cover topics including safety protocols and injury prevention, legal protections and insurance requirements, appropriate referral practices when students need specialist care, and cultural sensitivity in teaching.
Sixteen Sounds of Consciousness
Join Rachel Nokes for a one-hour session exploring the sixteen sacred sounds known as the mātṛkā – the subtle frequencies that measure out consciousness and are linked to the sixteen phases of the moon. In yogic tradition, these sounds are visualised as the petals of the viśuddha cakra (throat centre).
Delivering Yoga & Meditation Sessions to Corporates
Learn the benefits of yoga for corporates, who to expect in your session, key practices that work well when delivered in the corporate environment, and what to include in your package offering.
Thanks for all that Yoga Australia do to ensure a high quality of education for new trainings, and for being a collective voice for the industry. Keep up the great work!
Trish
What is yoga?
With its roots firmly grounded in ancient eastern teachings, Yoga is recognised as a traditional system of wisdom, principles and practices derived from the Vedic teachings of India.
Yoga takes a holistic approach to the integrated and innate wisdom of the human mind-body connection, with modern science nowadays beginning to uncover and fortify these ancient teachings and the many benefits this practice holds for your biological, psychological and sociological well-being.
Ultimately, yoga is a tool that may be used for self-discovery, stress-management, physical health & fitness, and mental & emotional wellbeing.
Yoga Australia is the peak national body for registration and representation of Yoga professionals from all traditions and styles of yoga, independent from any one lineage or training provider.
As the peak body for yoga in Australia, we actively advocate for positive change and improvement within the profession. This includes engaging with government and the health industry, lobbying for better pay and conditions for yoga teachers, promoting a broader understanding of yoga’s benefits for health and well-being, conducting industry forums, and collaborating with stakeholders both within and outside the yoga community.
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