Our Teacher Development Program follows the Iyengar Yoga methodology as developed by B.K.S. Iyengar.

It is a structured 3-year course designed to help participants deepen their personal yoga practice while gaining the skills to practically apply this learning in teaching and guiding others on their yoga journey.

This program provides guidance, support, and opportunities for growth at every stage of your journey, whether your goal is personal development or teaching yoga professionally.

Duration: 3 years, 300 hours in total

Year One – Practice

Year Two – Observation and application

Year Three – Starting to become a teacher

Facilitators: Simon Joannou, Robyn Lowe & Hasu Opa Clark

Start: February 2026

Location: Marrickville Yoga Centre & online (see more on this below)

Format: Face-to-face and online learning options available

Each year of the Teacher Development Program is made up of eight weekend sessions held on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Friday sessions are separate from these eight weekend dates, although a couple do align. All Friday sessions can be undertaken either in-studio or online.

One Friday per month is dedicated to the Emotional Stability Practice, held on the last Friday of each month from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The other Friday session is a dedicated Pranayama class, held on the second Friday of each month from March, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Weekend session times:
Saturday: 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

In addition to the above, participants are required to attend a minimum of one class per week with Simon (in-studio or online).

There will also be reading and written assignments, as well as a commitment to individual and group practices outside of the weekend sessions.

February

Weekend Session 14 – 15

Emotional Stability Practice 27

March

Pranayama 13

Weekend Session 21 – 22

Emotional Stability Practice 27

April

Pranayama 10

Weekend Session 11 – 12

Emotional Stability Practice 24

May

Pranayama 15

Weekend Session 16 – 17

Emotional Stability Practice 29

June

Pranayama 12

Weekend Session 20 – 21

Emotional Stability Practice 19

July – No weekend session this month

Pranayama 10

Emotional Stability Practice 31

August

Pranayama 14

Weekend Session 22 – 23

Emotional Stability Practice 28

September

Pranayama 11

Weekend Session 19 – 20

Emotional Stability Practice 25

October

Pranayama 16

Weekend Session 17 – 18

Emotional Stability Practice 30

Students attending online will take part in each weekend workshop via Zoom. In addition, online students are required to complete a block of in-person time at the studio, which will be arranged individually according to your personal circumstances.

Participating online is highly engaging and interactive. Teachers ensure you remain connected to what is happening in the studio, and you will be regularly invited to comment, ask questions, and take part throughout each session.

All sessions are recorded and are available to viewed online.

We have successfully supported overseas students to complete their training and sit for assessment.

For further details or to discuss your individual situation email info@marrickvilleyoga.com.au

Students are required to have been practicing Iyengar Yoga for a minimum of three years prior to commencing the mentorship program.

If you are not an existing student of Marrickville Yoga Centre, we ask that you arrange a discussion with Hasu or Simon before registering.

Email info@marrickvilleyoga.com.au to discuss your circumstances and if this program will work for you.

The cost to participate is $2,500 per year.

We offer an annual payment plan in three parts:

$500 to register

$1,000 before the first weekend

$1,000 before weekend 5

The program is flexible – you can take a break and return at any time, or join for the first year only if that suits your needs.