RYT - 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training

Be part of something that sets your soul on fire.

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We inspire you to grow, learn and expand to your capability.

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Yoga Teacher Training 200hr

Accreditation  RYT-200 Yoga Alliance.

If you dream to become a qualified yoga teacher yourself, or you seeking to deepen your own knowledge and understanding of the practice of yoga, Zen Soul Life 200 hour teacher training will meet you there.
This course offers a deep dive into the philosophy, wisdom, and science of this ancient system in a supportive environment full of self discovery, personal transformation, and profound connection to your fellow students through shared experience.
You will emerge with a deeper understanding of your own practice, along with the confidence in your ability to structure and lead a safe, well informed class for your students.

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Next course 24 April - 22 May 2026 (Details below)

Curriculum 0f 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

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Yogic Philosophy, History And Lifestyle

  • Origins and History of Yoga

  • Recognise the Unity of Paths

  • Understanding the Foundational Teachings of Yoga

  • Exploring the Supreme Wisdom of Yoga

  • Discovering the Vedanta of Life, Self and the Universe

  • Yoga as a Path to Awakening

  • Zen Soul Yoga Academy Teachings: The Integrated Approach

  • Know Living Enlightenment as a Lifestyle

  • Introduction to Zen Soul Meditation Technique

  • Become aware of Self – Mind-Body Connection

  • Introductions to Chakras, Koshas, Gunas and Ishtas

  • Introduction to Karma and Dharma

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Asanas, Applied Anatomy, Physiology, And The Energy Body

  • Understand the foundations, origins, principles and purpose of Hatha

  • Types of Postures – Purpose and benefits

  • Zen Soul principles of alignment & movement

  • Core principles of safe and efficient practice

  • Benefits, modifications, contraindications and mindfulness for practices

  • Hatha asana breakdown of standing postures, seated postures, seated twists, backward bend postures, arm balance postures, inverted postures, restorative postures

  • Zen Soul Intelligent Sequencing

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Teaching Methodology

  • Learn to structure and teach classes/journeys in different environments to different people around the world

  • Take your seat as a teacher

  • Develop your presence and authentic teaching style

  • Develop your voice and the use of vocabulary

  • Create an optimal atmosphere for transformation

  • Learn to offer safe adjustments and assists

  • Explore the art and science of connecting with and uplifting your students

  • Discover the art of using music in classes

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Integration Coursework

  • Students are required to finish homework after the completion of the contact hours.

  • Complete all the course Integration questions.

  • The homework is considered a vital part of the coursework and is required in order to apply for certification by Yoga Alliance or other certifying organisations.

  • Structure and teach seven classes and write about your experience.

  • Log your personal sadhana for at least 40 days.

  • Undertake a SEVA project (volunteer/serve) and share your experience.

Techniques, Training And Practice

  • Asanas, Foundational Yoga Poses: Static, dynamic and flow versions of asanas.

  • Principles of alignment and movement.

  • Powerful Pranayama (Breathwork): practice and teaching.

  • Focusing on the mind and its functions

  • Transcendence of the mind to access the pure field of infinite potential

  • Benefits, modifications, contraindications and mindfulness for practices

  • Vinyasa Krama: The art and science of intelligent sequencing

  • Foundational Kundalini and Tantric Kriyas: Practice, effects, placement and delivery

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Knowledge Meetings And Satsang

  • Knowledge Meetings cover many of the subjects of the course, including chakras, koshas, prana vayus, nadis and gunas, chanting, meditation, mantra, japa, nada yoga, music, sangha (community), diet, nutrition, Vedanta, and philosophy.

  • Satsangs are spiritual Q&A sessions. Clarify your understanding of the topics covered in Knowledge Meetings by asking questions that are answered as part of Satsang.

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Pranayama Practices

  • Learn the power of conscious in yoga

  • Explore the science and practice of healthy, effective breath.

  • Prepare for breath kriyas

Mantras

  • Learn primary mantras that are used in sacred rituals, japa, and kriya practices

  • Prepare for mantra kriyas

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Practicum

  • Practice teach to individuals and to small groups

  • Observe, give and receive feedback of classes

  • Structure journeys/classes for different levels and themes

  • Teach a full journey/class

  • Take Yoga out of the Yoga room

  • Learn how to support your students with private mentoring

  • Learn how to lead retreats

  • Learn about teaching breathwork

What You'll Receive in 200 hour YTT Course

The Zen Soul Yoga Academy 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is considered by many as the most comprehensive Yoga teacher training available anywhere in the world today. It attracts students from around the world and produces authentic, confident, knowledgeable and empowered Yogis.

  • Exclusive Zen Soul Yoga Academy manuals distributed only at Zen Soul Yoga Academy trainings

  • 3 delicious organic meal per day, plus 2 chai/herbal tea breaks

  • Use of campus facilities such as free wi-fi, swimming pool, steam room, much more.

  • Accommodation at the luxurious Zen Soul Retreat Centre with attached bathroom, AC and views that include the river, pool and mountains

  • Full immersion into a unique yogic culture

  • Direct access to Zen Soul global community of like-spirited yogis around the world

  • Full guidance of senior experienced and dedicated faculty.

  • A welcome bag of surprise goodies

  • Certification of completion when all requirements have been met. The certificate enables you to register with Yoga Alliance USA as a 200 hour RYT.

Course Details

Starts

24th APRIL 2026

Graduation

22nd MAY 2026

INVESTMENT

$4500

Early Bird Offer extended until 16th March 2026

$4995

Full Price: $4995 due 16th April 2026

Easy Payments: $600 deposit + 4 x AUDSII60 (per month)

Our in-person 200 hour teacher training is designed for yoga students with a regular practice who are ready to deepen their experience and perhaps begin their teaching adventure.

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Format

In-person Training

Starts 24th April 2026

Thursdays 6.30 am - 3.30 pm

Fridays 6.30 am - 3.30 pm

✨ Zoom

Tuesday 6.30 - 7.30pm

60hrs class attendance.

Graduation 22nd May 2026

Self paced modules - guided online 24hr

Location for In person training & teaching practise workshops

Zen Soul Academy  - Location - TBA

SECURE YOUR PLACE - $600 DEPOSIT

  • 20hrs Asana (Technique, Methodology)

    20hrs Philosophy History Yoga Sutras

    20hrs Yoga Anatomy ; Chakras

    20hrs Sadhana (Meditation, mantra, pranayama)

    10hrs Ayurveda

    10hrs Special Populations (Pregnancy, Children, Elderly.)

    20hrs Class format, sequencing, teaching practise.

    Join Madonna and her team (Louise, and Fiona over 10 weeks for in-person training and practice.

    Enjoy extended āsana, prāṇāyāma and meditation practices,

    intensive practice teaching sessions, teaching assists and insightful Q&A sessions with Madonna, Louise, Fiona & Liz.

  • Complete 24 hours of study in online modules as provided between in person workshops.

  • Yoga classes

    Attend and participate x 40 classes.

    Observe and report x 10 classes

    Assist x 10 classes

    (to be completed by 31st January 2026).

  • In-person training over 10 weeks will feature intensive practise teaching sessions, with feedback and coaching provided from Madonna Williams and your teachers.

    • Following each module, you will complete a short assessment to summarise and revise the key points.

    • At completion of modules, you will complete a teaching assessment.

    • There will be progressive tasks and questions to reflect on workshops.

    • Oral Presentations to reflect on topics.

    • Contribution to Seva Project as offer of service to selected community group.

    • Contribution to community class assistance.

  • Workshops Location Sacred Haus Studio 7/27 Falkinder Ave + Paradise Point Gold Coast.

  • INVESTMENT:

    Early Bird Offer extended until 30th March 2026 - $4500

    Full Price: $4995 due 12th April 2026

    Easy Payments: $600 deposit + 4 x AUD$1160 (per month)

    Additional Costs : Food and drink on course. Recommended Text Books

    $600 minimum deposit and application to secure your spot. You will then receive an email response and invoice balance with due dates.

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“As I reflect on 2018 my biggest highlight has been completing my 200 hour yoga teacher training with Madonna from Zen Soul Life. Madonna is a true inspiration. Her understanding of the art and practice of yoga and her ability to share it is captivating. Madonna is the perfect mix of fun and knowledge.

We have had many laughs and hearty discussions about yoga in our teacher training circle and this has created a beautiful bond between us all. Another huge bonus is meeting like-minded souls practicing this special healthy-bodied philosophy. I have made some wonderful friends.”

— Emma Walkinshaw

Course Teachers

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Madonna Williams

Madonna is a master trained teacher with 23 years teaching experience and over 25yrs of devoted practise, Madonna has completed over 1000 certified trainings hours including Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Kundalini, Ayurveda, Chopra coaching, Vedic Meditation and the art of Zen Thai Shiatsu.

Madonna has developed and facilitated Yoga Teacher Training courses since 2016 leading with compassion and unwavering commitment to share the ancient wisdom and modern science of the Yoga training journey.

Her teaching highlights are the powerful connections and transformations that students experience on and off the mat during their trainings.

Course Facilitator Presenting workshops in Philosophy Anatomy Methodology Technique. | Lead Training Mentor.

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Louise Overell

Currently completing a 1000hrs Masters of Yoga Therapy, Meditation & Allied Health, Louise is a BioMedical Yoga & Meditation teacher and retreat host. Uniquely combining Western science with the ancient techniques of Yoga, Meditation, Vedic counselling and Ayurveda, Louise offers evidence informed practises to improve health & wellbeing, and vitality for life. 

Louise is honoured to provide training modules in the 2025 YTT. She will be presenting a variety of embodied practices supported by theory documentation. Mostly Louise hopes to inspire YTT’s with Yoga as a Lifestyle.

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Fiona Cossill

With over 12 years of dedicated personal practice and 400 hours of certified training across Hatha, Yin, Yoga Nidra, and Kriya Yoga, Fiona brings a grounded and heartfelt presence to her teaching. A graduate of a 200-hour YTT, she now teaches regularly at Zen Soul Life Studio in Paradise Point. Fiona's classes blend mindful movement, deep stillness, and ancient wisdom to support students in reconnecting with themselves on and off the mat.

Presenting workshops: Yoga Sutras

Yoga Nidra - Voice & Language skills

Business Confidence

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Vishal Dubey

Vishal

Philosophy & Sanskrit

Mantra

  • I have just completed my YTT with Madonna at Zen Soul and I highly, highly recommend it to anybody wishing to complete their 200 hr training. Madonna will nurture you, support you, guide you and educate you in the most wonderful way. The way her course comes together is just magical and all of a sudden you have the tools and knowledge to do what you set out to do. Her support for each and every one of us was quite outstanding. She champions her students and has unwavering confidence in us. I do not want to sound cliche but it has changed my life. The knowledge and the way Madonna imparts that knowledge to us and allows us to explore the philosophy and apply it within our selves.. this is her gift to us. I completed my training last week and I taught my first lesson today thanks to this course. You will not be disappointed with Madonna at Zen soul . Enjoy your journey on this wonderful course. Namaste

    Sarh Wilkinson

  • I have just completed my Yoga Teacher Training with Madonna. She is the most beautiful teacher. She supported us, nurtured us and inspired us with her incredible wealth of knowledge, life experience and love of yoga. It was a life changing experience. I highly recommend to anyone.

    Joanne Wade

  • Attending a Zen Soul Life Retreat with Madonna Williams is an incredible life changing experience I wish for every person. She is a highly experienced yoga practitioner who incorporates mantra and meditation - classes leave you feeling accepted, challenged and supported. BUT, a retreat with Madonna is so much more than yoga! If you have experienced any bumps in the road on life’s journey and have a yearning to get to know and understand yourself on a deeper level, Madonna is a uniquely special person with the capacity to hold suffering in such a heartfelt, gentle and compassionate way there is no option than to heal and transform. You emerge a new and better version of yourself, equipped with tools to experience the joy you deserve to feel. She weaves such incredible magic you will feel safe, connected and accepted by other participants, with no room for judgement. I have attended 3 retreats and have witnessed so much healing, transformation and incredible amounts of laughter, joy and connectedness. I can’t recommend her special abilities enough.

    Susan Olsen

  • Going on retreat with Madonna (Zen Soul Life) is one of the most precious and amazing gifts you can give to yourself, and by association to your family as well. You will head home after a retreat feeling lighter, happier, healthier, invigorated and so deeply pleased that you gave yourself the space and time to attend. The venues are always stunning, the food is delicious, the yoga and retreat program Madonna facilitates is world class and so deeply memorable, healing and beautiful. The retreats are a lot of fun too and I have met the most divine people every time. Madonna is a very rare, special soul with so much wisdom to share. If you are thinking of going on a retreat with Madonna but you haven’t committed yet - don’t delay. You will not be disappointed. And as a side note - if you have had some challenges in your life (and let’s face it, we all have) I can highly recommend Madonna’s retreats or coaching to help you let go of pain, disappointment, fear, anger, regret, jealousy - whatever is holding you back - her wisdom and tools will help you let go and move forward. You will feel so much lighter and happier with support from this special soul. Everyone loves Madonna. She’s an angel on earth 🧘🏼‍♀️🙏🏼💗

    Sarah Chalkley

  • I cannot speak highly enough of Madonna Williams. Her knowledge and dedication to Yoga Teacher Training is so inspiring. I am not only grateful for her as a teacher but as the amazing person that she is.

    cheryl turner

  • Madonna, is a beautiful teacher. She puts her heart and soul into her clssses. She shares her incredable knowledge of yoga practice, with all students, and we are blessed to have her in our lives.

    Ann Shankey

  • I recently completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Madonna, and it has truly been one of the most enriching experiences of my life. I cannot recommend this training highly enough. The course far exceeded every expectation I had. I walked in hoping to learn more about yoga; I walked out with a depth of knowledge, confidence, and personal growth I never imagined possible. Madonna’s teaching style is warm, supportive, and deeply knowledgeable—she brings yoga to life in a way that is both accessible and profoundly meaningful. The training is comprehensive and full of information, and while it is certainly intense, it is delivered with so much clarity and care that you feel guided every step of the way. I learnt more than I ever expected about not just poses and anatomy, but philosophy, sequencing, breathwork, mindfulness, and the true essence of yoga. This course has ignited a completely new love for yoga within me. I am incredibly grateful to have been part of this journey and to have learnt from such an exceptional instructor. Regards Sonya

    Sonya Rogers

  • Madonna, thank you so very much for such a wonderful retreat experience. From the moment I arrived I felt supported and safe. So much more than what I was expecting. Madonna has a beautiful way of catering for all levels. Personally, I loved the opportunity to deepen my meditation and Kundalini practice. There was an abundance of time for reflection and relaxation during the day. You leave the retreat feeling light, relaxed, joyous, connected and supported with beautiful new friendships. I would highly recommend!

    Belinda Newell

  • I heard about Madonna from a special friend of mine, Sarah, who had completed her yoga teacher training with Madonna and had told me it was one of the most special experiences of her life. In 2019, 3 weeks after I had completed active treatment for breast cancer, Sarah and I went to Bali for one of Madonna's retreats. I had never experienced anything like it and it was exactly what I needed. The memories of that retreat then helped me get through ongoing surgeries and COVID years in Melbourne. Since that retreat, I vowed to go on every single overseas retreat offered by Madonna (and hopefully some local ones too). I have, in fact, since been on two more retreats with Madonna and completed my yoga teacher training with her in April 2023 and then my yin yoga and meditation training in August (which was the most beautiful gift to myself - the most special type of learning). I wanted a beautiful, caring, supportive and heart centered approach to my training and this is exactly what Madonna provided. I watched Madonna in her own studio in beautiful Paradise Point - she exudes calm, warmth, peace, love and contentment and each individual who walks into her studio feels that. I have learnt so much about strength and grace in touch times, flexibility and going with the flow (and SO IT IS - a favourite statement of Madonna's) and kindness and compassion from Madonna (and she always has a smile on her face). I admire Madonna in every way and thank her for guiding me to grow and transform by accepting me, challenging me and believing in me. I can't wait to spend more time at Paradise Point so I can join in the beautiful yoga community Madonna has created.

    jeraldine cooper

  • Best yoga teacher trainer on the Gold Coast . Madonna runs the best yoga teacher training courses and her decades of experience as a teacher and instructor make this experience truly life changing ! So grateful to Madonna xxx

    Solara Jenkins

  • I have been attending Chair Yoga classes at Zen Soul Life for almost two years now and Madonna and the other caring, loving teachers and wonderful fellow yogis have changed my life. Can't give Zen Soul enough stars🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🙏💓🧘‍♀️

    Margaret O'Hanlon

  • I met Madonna and Zen Soul Life during one of their weekend retreats (to Wybalena Organic Farm). Madonna's approach is so nurturing and understanding that I felt safe enough to challenge my perspectives and allow positive change into my life. She's clearly a knowledgeable, experienced teacher, and uses those strengths to create a beautiful space for anyone to be welcome. Joining the retreat was like being welcomed home - to a perfect home - one where imperfection, individuality and kindness is celebrated.

    Jenna Hartland

  • I am so grateful to had a yin session yoga with Madonna. The place is a little gem where the soul is at peace. The 90 mn class was pure bliss. We had the delight to have one of the new trained teacher do a yoga nidra 15 mn inclusion which brought the audience to a level of deep inner flow. I felt warmly welcomed by the community of yogi even if I was there for the first time. If you need to relax, rejuvenate, have a break this is the place. 🙏

    Sophie Goujon-Nicolas

  • Retreats!!! Madonna’s retreats are heavenly, I’m absolutely addicted! Madonna is such an experienced, talented and knowledgeable facilitator who goes the extra mile to ensure the experience is not only memorable but life changing. The food, venues, workshops and of course yoga promises that you return home feeling re-energised and the best version of yourself! I highly recommend her yoga retreats and I’m 100% going on the next one🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 Madonna is a diamond gem! Her gentle, nurturing approach towards children is so genuine and heart warming. Children quickly connect with her infectious smile and the delivery of her thoughtful, playful yoga program. Several years ago Madönna designed a wonderful yoga program for our Playschool Early Learning Centres catering for Babies through to School Aged children. We still use this program today which has enriched the lives of so many children on the Gold Coast. The gift of yoga has infinite growth and development opportunities for children and I highly recommend Madönna and her team’s passionate approach 🙏🏽Thank you Madönna for offering such a wonderful experience to children in our community ❤️

    Playschool ELC

  • After hearing amazing things from people who have had a healing massage with Madonna Williams I treated myself and booked in. Wow! It was totally different to any massage I’ve ever had before. Her mix of techniques, essential oils and chakra balancing infused my body with deep healing and it was an experience that I’m finding hard to describe. Thank you Madonna. If you’re reading this and you need some time for you, to let go, to replenish, I totally recommend a healing massage with Madonna. X

    Peter Shelton

  • Madonna is an incredible human with the most beautiful healing nature. Stepping to Zen Soul is like walking into a safe space of kindness, wellbeing. My soul feels, calm, relaxed and keeps me focused. Just perfection.

    Samantha Smith

  • This yoga class is beautiful, what could be better than yoga with beach views! Our instructor was extremely experienced and provided lovely sound bowl and meditations throughout the class. Suitable for all levels. I came away feeling amazing and will be back for sure! What a hidden gem Gold Coast thank you zen soul yoga!

    Ms K

  • I completed 21 days of online Yoga with Madonna & Zen Soul Life, it was everything & more, I learnt so much which I have put into practice with ease & grace. Madonna's way of teaching is beautiful & rewarding 5***** to you.

    patricia hanson

  • Madonna your Yin classes have helped me over the past years in so many ways, from uncoiling from a past relationship pressures which physically made me stand prouder (taller), through to visualizing tasks and how they will unfold, to personal and business growth. It has taken me on a journey like no other. The time you give us to stop and really truly stop to release and let go. The trust I have found in letting go in those moments have flowed throughout my life. The feeling of being there but being allowed to float to the cusp of a different frequency is truly amazing. The ability you have to take us to these place to allow this inner healing through your gentle words, guidance and silence through out and your gracious nudges to encourage us to go further into that silence is truly a gift. The slow-paced style of yin yoga, allows me to enter into a posture that is uncomfortable, but knowing we are going to be there for such a lengthy period breathing through and past this discomfort to teach me patience and the gift of healing my body. The unique slowness and small number of poses all being supported on the ground during these classes is the gift to myself after working and studying with such a busy mindset and environment daily. So Grateful xxx

    Paula Leggatt

  • My fav yoga place and teachers when I’m on the Gold Coast. 100% recommended for Yoga, meditation, Pilates & retreats!! Have done a few retreats with Madonna and I always walk away feeling on top of the world with clarity, optimal energy & my highest self. Love Zen Soul Life X

    Crystal King

  • Zen Soul Life has been my life line this past 18 months, not only physically, but emotionally too. The instructors are so wonderful, whichever class you attend, you will not be disappointed. Pilates in the Parklands, what a wonderful start to the day! Friendships have been made and Im blessed to have this wonderful studio on my doorstep. Thank you girls. ❤️🙏

    Pamela Kisby

  • I am really enjoying your yoga classes and so glad I took that first step in coming along to try it out. I leave feeling like I am floating, it is just what I needed. The team and participants at Zen Soul life are extremely welcoming and friendly. Thank you for providing such a positive first time experience💓

    Rachael Kennedy

  • Zen Soul Life has been a beautiful experience. I came out of hospital weak and feeble. In six months I have regained strength stamina peace joy laughter and hope. I can't imagine life without this wonderful community of amazing souls.

    Rischelle Lardelli

  • Madonna is a wonderful yoga teacher & Zen Soul Life is a lovely community to be apart of.

    Megan Foster

  • Beautiful class and very welcoming. I will definitely be back. This is the best yoga I have been to on the goldcoast.

    Claire Lavelle

  • Highly recommend. Fabulous classes with a beautiful, welcoming vibe 🧡

    Jannine Cook

Course Guide 2025

  • Yoga Philosophy

    • History of Yoga

    • Eastern vs Western philosophy

    • Yoga Sutras

    • Sanskrit terms

    • Eight limbs of yoga

    • Yoga psychology

    • Elements - the first 5 teachers

    • Yoga teachers code of ethical practise

    • Philosophy knowledge applied Yoga teaching practise

    Training, techniques and practise

    • Yoga asanas (postures) of Hatha yoga and part Ashtanga series

    • Sadhana - daily practise of pranayama, meditation, mantra and asana

    • Completing journals, essays and assignments

    • Orientation and screening of clients

    • Client health assessments

    Physical Anatomy

    • Human body systems, components, functions

    • Application of anatomy & physiology in yoga teaching context

    • Musculoskeletal system


    • Spinal biomechanics


    • Cardio-respiratory system


    • Nervous system


    • Endocrine system


    • Lymphatic system


    • Digestive system 


    Subtle Anatomy

    • Chakras


    • Meridians


    • Vayus 


    • Application of energy systems applied to yoga


    Teaching Methodology

    • Planning and sequencing yoga classes

    • Adjustments, modifications and prop usage

    • Creative language and teaching methods

    • Qualities of a Yoga teacher

    • Motivation techniques and methods

    Teaching Practicum

    • Planning, sequencing and delivery of group and personal yoga classes as the lead instructor

    • Class planning notes journal

    • Yoga programs to achieve specific outcomes.

    • Special populations - understanding and modifications

    Nutrition and Ayurvedic wisdom

    • Nutrition principles to optimise individual health and daily yoga practice

    • Ayurvedic principles, doshas, rituals

    Personal Development

    • Seva Project - collective community developed service

    • Cycle of the intellect

    • Meditation & the mind

    • Aradhana - attitude

    • Prabhupati - mastery of mind

    • Teacher training journals

    • Setting intentions

    • Shadow work and the key to self empowerment

    • Spiritual laws of success

    Business and Marketing

    • Desire mapping and manifesting your yoga business

    • Developing a strong business plan

    • Resources for starting your new business

    • Newsletters + social media marketing

    • Business mentoring

    First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

    • Basic First Aid and CPR certification to be completed external to Yoga training

    • Yoga industry standards and quality assurance

    Business and marketing

    • Develop a Yoga business plan suitable for home based and community yoga classes

    • Create a marketing strategy to promote classes

    First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

    • Basic First Aid and CPR certification will also need to be completed separate to this course as a requirement with teaching registration bodies. ( Yoga Alliance, Yoga Australia)

    • Yoga industry standards and quality assurance

  • This course is designed for Yogis with intermediate experience who have a real passion to share and develop this ancient practice with students and to deepen their own practise and personal growth. It is open to anyone who is interested in learning the ancient science of Yoga, meditation, mantra, health and spirituality. We recommend applicants have at least 12 months yoga practice experience. We welcome you to contact us if you would like to discuss your eligibility.

  • This course is fully accredited with Yoga Alliance. Please refer to Yoga Alliance membership guidelines. Level 1 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course graduates are eligible for full membership of Yoga Alliance and qualified to obtain insurance to teach.

  • Students need to complete all modules offered within the course content outlined above. If students cannot attend the contact hours as offered, they must submit assignments and practical assessments specific to the module. Only two blocks (contact hours) can be missed. Assessments will be based on creative expression project/assignment , practical teaching evaluations, student conduct and Seva community service. Once completing and receiving certification for your 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course, you can apply to Yoga Alliance Accreditation RYT-300 Yoga Alliance.

    • Yoga classes (includes classes signed before and during online training) x 90hrs

    • Class observation notes - layout, sequencing, postures and teaching cues.

    • 6 x Teaching practicum - class presentation of Yoga sequence

    • 8 x Assistant roles in classes

    • 6 x Open book written assessments

    • 6 x Oral presentations

    • Business Plan with marketing strategy

    • Weekly ‘Free Write’ journals

    • Some Assessments will be completed during contact time and others will have a later required completion date.

    • Course workshops, lectures and guest presentations

    • Online training

    • Yoga classes (40hrs) with Zen Soul Life

    • Entire tuition fees for course modules (Excluding First Aid)

    • Course manuals

    • Professional mentoring

    • Not Included: Immersion accomodation required, recommended text books , food and drink during course, First Aid

    • 200hr graduates receive 10% discount on our 25hr, 50hr & 100hr Master Trainings

  • It is important that all applicants revise the time and resources required for the course before submitting the application. Participants must be prepared to devote their full attention to the teacher training program. Due to the expenses involved the deposit required is non-refundable ($600). Once commencing the course, you will be filling a limited place, hence full payment must be paid prior to commencement date including payment plans. All payments are transferable to future courses in the event of unforeseeable circumstances excluding deposit ($600)

    See Cancelation Policy

    • Sadhana - meditation, mantra, pranayama, mudras

    • Physical Anatomy and Physiology

    • Energetic Anatomy

    • Philosophy

    • Asana

    • Kundalini Kriyas

    • Special Populations

    • Policies, ethics, Personal development

    • Immersion Accommodation,

    • Food + drinks during the course

    • Books - referenced during our training:

      • Hatha Yoga Pradipika by Muktibodhananda Swami

      • The Yoga Bible by Christine Brown

      • Light on Yoga by B.K.S Iyengar

      • Yoga Anatomy by Leslie Kaminof & Amy Matthews

      • The Anatomy Colouring Book by Wynn Kapit / Lawrence M. Elson

      • Essence of Priya Yoga by Paranahansa Yogananada

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Yoga Teacher Testimonials

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Emma Walkinshaw

As I reflect on 2018, my biggest highlight has been completing my 200-hour yoga teacher training with Madonna from Zen Soul Life.
Madonna is a true inspiration. Her understanding of the art and practice of yoga and her ability to share it are captivating. Madonna is the perfect mix of fun and knowledge. We have had many laughs & hearty discussions about yoga in our teacher training circle, and this has created a beautiful bond between us all. Another huge bonus is meeting like-minded souls practicing this special healthy-bodied philosophy. I have made some wonderful friends. My confidence as a woman has grown, and my ability to see things from a different perspective is refreshing. I know that this is just the beginning of a lifelong love, learning & practice of yoga. The hardest part of yoga teacher training was merely just saying YES to my own heart’s desire. Honoring myself enough to create space to expand and do what I love. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Madonna, for your love, care, nurturing, and, most of all, your belief in me as a yoga teacher. You are the most wonderful mentor anyone could ask for.

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Andrea Stoeckl 

I am wiser now - how important it is to honour and care for the needs of my physical body. I have challenged my body in withdrawing some so called drugs from it - coffee - yes here she goes again:) Of course I noticed some good effects, which was better sleep:) One day I'll get there. I also noticed a more confident physical body.  I also noticed how my physical body gets lighter when I look after my mental self. I sometimes even allow my body to rest now and let the world go by. So I have learnt to better listen to the needs of my body. I have also learnt that I am very lucky to have a strong and healthy body. 

Yoga Philosophy has opened my mind to a better understanding of Yoga, meaning Yoga is a lot more than physical exercise. Yoga Philosophy also reminded me of the importance of a balanced body and mind, which can be achieved through this beautiful practice.

I've felt a shift in emotional patterns: I am learning not to take words or actions personally. Conversations that would have easily thrown me out of balance and upset me before my YTT seem to not faze me anymore. I surprise myself with the calmness that I now react to such instances. I sometimes even smile to myself and think: This is much better... maybe it wasn't targeted at me all along;)

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Rose O'Connor

I've learnt to not judge myself but instead to change myself and to change how I see others. To not take the actions and words of others personally and to be compassionate to others who are suffering in any way. To listen, to hera and to speak with love. Not to feel inadequate when you cannot help someone but still to help by giving time and compassion.

 I remember the first day when we were all sitting n mediation and my legs always felt like they were cramping. As the weeks rolled on I noticed that cramp feeling subside until eventually it was gone and I could sit for much longer in one position. Holding postures along with more breath awareness and melting into postures came more naturally and gently. My strength improved and my spine felt more flexible and lengthened. I felt taller and lighter. My weight has dropped by 8kgs and I feel comfortable in my new skin. 

I've learnt to be open to joy and to celebrate others achievements. I've accepted how I am and where I am at in life. I receive the gifts of nature with so much gratitude.

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Dannielle Crocker

Wow! Yoga Teacher Training has transformed my life and been a complete ascension.So extraordinary.

This has been an incredible personal journey and truly more than words can describe. Thank you Madonna for this powerful transforming experience. Through this journey I have experienced more distractions than usual which has truly shown me how much commitment and honour I was willing to allow for myself and this life changing part of my journey. The space for me, the belief that ‘can’ ‘I will’ was so respectfully held for me by Madonna.  YTT has brought me home to myself and allowed me to centre heal, to honour my truth and truly move forward. Yo have this time on our retreat immersion and the time on this course has been a priceless gift that I feel deeply grateful for with my heart & soul. 

I feel ready. I feel everything that I have lived through to this moment has come together to empower me to evolve further and leap into a whole new part of my life. 

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you 

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Ange Simson 

At the beginning I resisted.  I woke up the mornings of training and stressed about getting everything I needed.  Breast pump, food for me, breast feeding friendly tops that also were yoga friendly, jumpers and tissues in case I cried (which I did).  I stressed and would count the moments until the lunch breaks when I would see her for a cuddle and feed.  But about half way through I figured out what you meant. Because once I pushed through the resistance, I felt so inspired.  It wasn’t about the flexibility, it was about doing this not only for how I could help others but also for how it helped me.  Because Yoga isn’t about the movements, it’s about how we show up in life, and as I told you on our last day, what’s happening in my life is always reflected on my mat.  Whatever I was feeling in life was amplified in my practice.  If I felt unsure, I wobbled.  If I felt flakey I wouldn’t focus on technique.  But when I felt strong, I stood tall and when I was grounded in my choices, you couldn’t push my over with any amount of might because I was strong.   Yoga taught me how to go within again. Yoga taught me to focus on myself again. And not only was it good for me as a mother, it was also beneficial to my family because of who I became through my training. Madonna, you gave me this gift, you helped me and supported me, intuitively knowing what I needed. Thank you for giving me that Yoga Retreat feeling in my everyday life!

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Kym Holmes

What I have noticed and learnt most about my physical self since I started Yoga Teacher training is that I have far greater flexibility and range of movement, this is especially noticeable in stretches and certain poses. This is very satisfying as it means to me the understanding that practice does lead to progress! Also for me the belief that there benefit for me in every attempted asana, just going a little further to the edge of my ability. I am noticeably stronger, with considerably more stamina than I had previously and actually happier in my own skin....very grateful to my body for what it has given me. I am certainly more aware of my posture both on the mat and in everyday life. I try harder to actually look after myself physically more than ever, not taking anything for granted and taking time for ‘self care’ which was not even a word in my vocabulary 6 years ago. I know that by continuing with my yoga practice I am building a physically and mentally stronger and more peaceful me and for that I am truly thankful. Since my training I do feel that I have grown in my ability to remain calm and non-reactive when very difficult, challenging and stressful situations arise. I am also very conscious of remaining without judgement and with understanding and compassion. I also genuinely feel the incredible energy from our teacher training group and classes of kinship, gratitude, peace, love, happiness, belonging and fun. Again I am truly thankful for the journey. I trust that I too will grow more confident and focused with continuing practice. ~ Kym Holmes

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Scott Williams  

I never set out with the intention to be a teacher. My journey was for self improvement or discovery. I wanted a deeper connection within myself and to be deeply connected to my partner. Taking on the course felt like a natural path for my self evolution and the timing felt right deep down. Don't get me wrong, there was plenty of intrepedation and self doubt during the course. 

Through the course with Madonna's wisdom and guidance and also the support of other students, many layers were stripped away. It was certainly much more than I expected. By the end of the training I felt like I had been given the keys to a doorway. A doorway that had always been there but for one reason or another I had walked past or been afraid to open. I am very thankful to Madonna for her courage and for sharing the gift of yoga with me.

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Adrienne Kenafake

For 5 years i have considered studying to become a yoga teacher. Thanks to Zen soul life and the passionate teachings of Madonna and Alysa the dream is becoming  reality! From day one the whole experience has felt like coming home to a house that was always waiting. Open arms. welcoming and warmhearted. 

The yogic teachings, practical and theoretical, have been absolutely fascinating and empowering, delivered in a truly nurturing environment. This TT has taught me so much about what it means to truly embody yoga and what it feels like to truly belong. I am so thankful for the deep connection and loving friendships formed within the TT tribe.

The love and support from my fellow trainees and our incredible teachers has literally changed my life.

This journey has been transformational, emotional, challenging and intense but so worth it as I feel I have found my place in the world - on a mat - helping others feel good.

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Leeanne Judd

Yoga TT has changed my life forever. I started it as a personal healing journey following some major life changes and I got far more than I imagined.  Some days presented as real challenges that took me way out of my comfort zone but with this intensity and training guidance came incredible gifts of inner healing. Deep levels of healing that I don’t believe I could have got to on my own. I have moved through deep grief, pain and suffering. I feel like I have come out the other side of TT uplifted in full flight like a butterfly from its cocoon. I appreciate every part of the training and am so truly grateful.

Thank you Madonna for your incredible guidance, love & support on this TT journey. I am forever grateful to have been able to travel this spiritual road with you. Your knowledge and wisdom is extraordinary. 

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Sarah Chalkley 

My Yoga Teacher Training experience has been a journey to greater self awareness - inspiring more discipline -  eating better, sleeping better, daily meditation, greater self care and finding more inner quiet and calm. It couldn't have come at a better time - a firm reminder to slow down, to be still and quieten the mind. An amazing opportunity to surround myself with like minded souls who are equally on a journey of self growth, learning and discovery. I am learning more and more about my own self esteem, my own abilities and the power to heal and love myself. It is a course that could see me change the nature and focus of my work away from busy corporate life to something more gentle and meaningful. In the meantime it is offering me awareness of the need to change, grow and relearn so that one day I may dedicate more time to helping others through yoga and mindfulness.

I am so grateful for this opportunity - I don't want it to end. The caring, authentic and thorough guidance from Madonna is so compelling and nurturing. And I am so appreciative of the friendship and care of this beautiful, wise and gentle soul. I feel so grateful for this wonderful, loving and fulfilling experience.

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Natalie Martinot

I’ve noticed a shift in my emotional patterns during my YTT course as I am finding myself way more forgiving towards family members and friends when things don’t go my way. I’m finding myself stepping more and more into ‘their shoes'. I’m also less judgmental towards others who live a different way to the way I do. I seem to be acknowledging the humanity in people more and more. One of my greatest challenges I think has been stepping into fear but I am finding myself doing more and more of this and actually enjoying the process. If something  scares me now I am tending to “ step into it” and embrace the challenge. Yoga philosophy has opened my mind to the fact that yoga is not just asanas/postures ….that it is taken beyond the mat and it is a way of living your life. I have also learnt about the vedas and the Upanishads and Atman ( my spiritual existence). I have learnt about the Bhagavad Gita and the story of Arjuna and the yoga sutras . I have learnt the concept of Anitya (impermanence) and that I need to find permanence ( nitya) within myself which transcends the changes in the material world. I’ve also learnt that the practise of yoga helps to quieten the mind and I’ve learnt a lot about transcending the ego to find your truest/highest self. I have learnt about the 5 sheaths of the body and about the mantras and chants and that the power of them is not the words but in the sound vibrations.   Probably the most important role of yoga is to create stillness in the mind; to bring us back to ourselves, to connect with ourselves again. To find our true nature devoid of the ego so we can express the highest version of ourselves and be of service to the whole of consciousness. I trust that as a yoga teacher I will teach authentically and from the heart and I will be guided by the universe as to what my next step will be if I just stop, tap in to the divine/ into nature and listen with my heart. 

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Louise Overell

Thank you for guiding me to open my heart and let yoga in. Your teachings cradled me through an exceptional self- discovery course. 

Your knowledge, dedication and commitment to the yogi life is inspiring.  I can’t recommend the Yoga Teacher Training course highly enough, and it is suitable for anyone who loves yoga, to make your yoga practise & life more meaningful, fulfilling & enriched.  The personal & physical benefits are endless. I was concerned initially about being too time poor to complete the course but you accommodated for all the trainees needs & I just found the time to make it happen. 

Yoga has become part of my daily life and is no longer about a couple of lessons a week, and as I have learnt, so much more than striking a pose. 

My deepest appreciation for the life changing course.

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Shahnee O'Connor

A memorable and truly life changing experience that has helped me find my 'true self'. Through Madonna's guidance and teachings I learnt so much about myself, my body, my strengths and my opportunities for growth. Each day was empowering, emotional, enlightening, fascinating and healing. Attention to detail was incredible and I felt at home with Madonna and my fellow yogis. 

I made true connections and had way too much fun!  

Madonna Williams is the most loving, knowledgeable, supportive mentor you could ever wish for and she shares all her wisdom to empower you to become the best version of yourself. 

I 100% recommend beginning your journey of yoga and encourage everyone to immerse yourself into the Yoga teacher training course. No words can express enough the immense gratitude I forever have for her.  She truly is one of a kind 

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Annie Lobwein

Almost impossible to describe the amount I have learnt about myself. I now have purpose and direction. I am now starting to see, feel and do things I never thought possible. I have had the most amazing awakening experience and I can’t imagine a better group to have shared it with. So much love and support from everyone and i cannot express my gratitude enough.