YOGA-MOVEMENT-COLLECTIVE
240h Teacher Training
In-person Intensive weeks 120h: 27.10.-08.11.2025
Before the intensive weeks you will receive 120h of online material to learn self paced with the option to join 8 live classes.
Live classes (will be recorded) will be scheduled from September 7.
240h Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
200h fundamental knowledge for yoga teachers + 40h additional in-depth and advanced knowledge
120h in person
These hours take place during two exciting intensive weeks.
120h self-paced online learning
We want to give you the best possible support!
That's why we offer you 120 hours of online content -
We have put together this content with the intention of not only providing you with the best possible teaching material, but also giving you more flexibility and freedom.
We know that there is also a life off the mat and often many commitments. That's why we want you to feel fully appreciated and allow you to pursue your individual learning needs and pace.
Intensive weeks:
27.10.-08.11.2025
Timeline:
from August 2025: Online Learning - online live classes will be scheduled from September 7
- Learn and deepen the fundamentals of asana, pranayama and meditation practice
- Anatomy and physiology basics
- starting to apply anatomy and physiology
- Philosophy part 1 and 2
- Teaching fundamentals
- Sequencing fundamentals
- Additional: introduction to advanced asana, deeper physiology, yin yoga
26.04.-09.05.2025: 2 in-person Intensive weeks in Cologne, GER
- Deepening the practice of asana, pranayama and meditation and using advanced asana in flows
- Application of anatomical and physiological knowledge using examples and when planing a class
- Sequencing with intention
- Philosophy Part 3 and 4
- teaching practice
- Bringing philosophy into classes in a meaningful way
- Yoga as a profession
- Yoga off the mat
- Addition: handstand, advanced asana and inversions, Sanskrit, Ayurveda
After completing your Yoga Teacher Training with YOGA-MOVEMENT-COLLECTIVE you will receive a certificate of your training.
The Vision.
Yoga is more than movement.
More than pranayama.
More than meditation.
More than philosophy.
Yoga is a way of life.
It is a holistic practice that reaches into all areas of life.
Understanding that we are part of a whole, but that we are also whole in ourselves, is a fundamental insight of yoga.
But to be honest, it's not easy to internalize this in our modern, fast-paced society, is it?
Our yoga practice is an instrument that we use to bring us closer to ourselves and this whole. It is something that nourishes our body and mind and keeps us healthy. It brings us into the moment and allows us to feel and enjoy a connection to ourselves - all with the intention of finding freedom from attachment and cultivating contentment within ourselves.
This is what we teach. This is what we want to pass on to you.
What to expect
- first-class training that goes beyond the normal level:
- 200h + 40h additional modules
- 120h of self-paced online learning for maximum flexibility
- In-depth knowledge of the physiology of the body for a better understanding and the ability to deal safely with a wide variety of students and situations
- in-depth knowledge from experts: experienced yoga teachers, movement coaches, psychotherapists, medically trained professionals
- Advanced practice: modifications of asana, body alignment, complex arm/hand balances, yoga off the mat
Content of Training
Asana
- Basic asana
- Alignment - classical and body's own alignment
- Use of props
- Awareness of individual bodies and their individual practice
- Self-awareness and awareness of others
- Advanced, complex asana (variations, arm balances, handstand)
- Holistic practice and use of complementary exercises
Pranayama
- What is Pranayama?
- Breathing techniques and types of breath control
- Tradition and modern research
- Indications and contraindications
- The power of breathing
Anatomy & Physiology
- Structure of the human body
- Muscle structure and mechanisms of contraction, stretching and relaxation
- Physiology of breathing
- Nervous system
- Psychosomatics
Sequencing
- Preparation and topic
- Peak pose and meaningful introduction
- Structure of a class
- How to create balance and equilibrium in body and mind through asana
- Appropriate use of pranayama and meditation
- how to hold the space and create the desired atmosphere
History & Philosophy
- Origin of Yoga
- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
(Focus on the eight-limbed path) - Bhagavad Gita
- Energy systems (gunas, vayus, chakras)
- Different yoga styles
- Influence of the western world and the development of yoga practice
Meditation
- Types of meditation
- techniques
- General conditions
- about circling thoughts, acceptance, letting go and finding peace
- Yoga nidra
Teaching
- verbal assists
- physical assists
- about the 'power of words'
- Dealing with unforeseen situations
- Teach what you practice - practice what you teach
- Dealing with different groups of people
- if interested: Opportunity to deepen your own teaching even more in addition to the regular practical teaching practice times
Yoga as a Business
- Can you commercialize yoga?
- Yoga - side job or main profession?
- Developing your yoga personality
- Marketing your own brand and dealing with the public (social media, website, marketing)
- What is the (monetary) value of my work?
- Insurance
,Off the Mat‘
- Yoga in everyday life
- Clichés, personal needs and balance
- Personal and ethical challenges
Additional (40h)
- Armbalance Intensive
- Handstand Intensive
- Sanskrit
- Ayurveda
- Yin-Yoga introduction
Specifications of Yoga Alliance compared to ours
Yoga Alliance
- Asana, Pranayama, Meditation technique: 100 hours
- Teaching methodology: 25 hours
- Anatomy & Physiology: 20 hours
- Philosophy / ethics / living: 30 hours
- Teaching Practice: 10 hours
- hourly compensation (free choice of topic): 15 hours
- total: 200 hours
Our YTT
- Asana, Pranayama, Meditation technique: 115 hours
- thereof 15h special workshops for advanced physical practice
- Teaching methodology: 25 hours
- Anatomy & Physiology: 30 hours
- thereof 10 hours deepened and applied Anatomy & Physiology
- Philosophy / ethics / living: 30 hours
- Teaching Practice: 15 hours - option for more than 20h
- 20 hours of additional topics: psychological aspects, Yoga as a business, Yin-Yoga-introduction and more
- total: 240 hours
After completing your Yoga Teacher Training you will receive a certificate of your training.
We as teachers und practitioners, as well as many others we know, do not agree and conform with everything the Yoga Alliance does.
In order to remain true and authentic to ourselves, we do not cooperate with the Yoga Alliance.
Daily Schedule
of the intensive weeks
- 8.00am Pranayama and Meditation
- 8.30am to 12.30pm Physical Practice and (applied Anatomy)
- 12.30pn to 1.30pm Lunchbreak
- 1.30pm 3.00pm Theory/Philosophy
- 3.00pm to 5pm Physical Practice, Workshops or Teaching practices
- 5pm to 6pm Meditation, exchange
- 6pm to 7pm Self-learning and reflection
- free time
- Saturday: otional: diner together
What is included?
- first-class training with experienced teachers and experts
- 120h of online learning material with the option to join 8 online live classes via zoom
- personal support during online learning
- equipment during the intensive weeks: props, bolsters, etc.
- after your YTT: 6 more months access to our online classes
- option to teach at Yoga Base Cologne and become a member of the teaching team
What is not included?
- flights, transportation
- accommodation
- mats -> please bring your own
- food, drinks
Prices
Full payment - 3700€
- 1 payment
- to be payed upon registration
- 3700€
Installment payment - 3 payments - 3750€
- 3 payments
- each 1250€
- first payment upon registration, then every 2 months
- 3750€ in total
Installement payment - 6 payments - 3900€
- 6 payments
- each 650€
- first payment upon registration, then every 2 months (so you have time for your payment even after the YTT)
- 3900€ in total
Yoga-Movement-Collective
Your Teachers
Svenja Berndt
Asana (Basic, Medium, Advanced)
Integration of other forms and sciences of movement
Pranayama
Anatomie & Physiologie
Sequencing
Teaching
Yoga as a profession/job
Yoga off the mat
Viktoria Timkanikowa
Asana (Basics)
Pranayama
Meditation
Sequencing
Teaching
Philosophy
Yoga off the mat
Franklyn Bussé
Asana (Intermediate)
Integration of other forms and sciences of movement
Meditation
Anatomy & Physiology
Teaching
Yoga as a profession/job
Location
Our in-person intensive weeks will be right at the center of Cologne, Germany.
We use two beautiful locations that are within walking distance to each other:
Svenja‘s Yoga Studio Yoga Base Cologne and an other beautiful practice and co-working space.
Cologne is a colorful, friendly and open city with a great infrastructure and a huge number of accommodations and urban facilities.
It has many beautiful spots to spend your free time, co-work in a café or just chill with other students - we are sure you new found friends ;)
If you are interested in sharing a room with other participants, we will be happy to help you get in touch with them.
Just include it in your booking message.
Cancellation terms
- from booking up to 5 months before the beginning of the YTT: 50% of the price will be charged
- up to 2 months before the start of the retreat: 80% of the price
- up to 1 month before the start of the retreat: 100% of the price
