The British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) is excited to announce the launch of its new Advanced Integration Course. The course is specifically designed for 200-hour qualified yoga teachers from other recognised schools, offering them the opportunity to progress to the BWYQ Level 4 Diploma – the UK’s highest yoga teaching qualification. This qualification is equivalent to the first year of a university degree and is recognised by Ofqual, the regulatory body that ensures qualifications meet rigorous standards in England.
The Advanced Integration Course is a unique opportunity for yoga teachers to gain professional recognition and potentially open doors to better career opportunities. It also allows them to enhance their reputation within the industry by demonstrating their commitment to ongoing learning and development.
The course is designed to build on prior learning and equip teachers with advanced teaching techniques, in-depth yoga philosophy, and practical tools for effective class planning. It will also cover how to adapt yoga for diverse needs and deepen understanding of yoga philosophy and its application in modern practice.
According to Di O’Reilly, the BWY Chair, many yoga teachers with a 200-hour qualification alone often feel underprepared. The Advanced Integration Course aims to bridge this gap and provide teachers with the necessary skills and support to teach yoga safely, confidently, and to the highest standards.
The course will provide a minimum of 125 hours of guided learning led by BWY expert tutors. This ensures that students receive in-depth training in a format that suits their needs – whether online, in-person, or hybrid. All applicants will be required to provide details of their previous qualifications to ensure their prior learning is assessed.
For more information about the course and to apply, please visit the BWY website: https://www.bwy.org.uk/train/training/advanced-integration-course/
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