Requirements to become a YogaBC Registered 200hr Teacher

1. Have a personal practice for a minimum of two years.
2. Have completed a 200+ hour Yoga teacher training course taught by a YogaBC Registered Senior Yoga Teacher or equivalent teacher (see below for equivalents). 
3. Have completed a series of teacher training courses that add up to a minimum of 200 hours. Your training must meet the YogaBC 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Course Standards.
4. Have current CPR/First aid through BCRPA, CPRA, St. John's, YMCA or other recognized provider.
5. Maintain YogaBC membership in good standing

Recognized Equivalents
(A copy of your certificate will be required)

• SOYA
• Federation of Ontario Yoga Teachers
• Yoga Association of Alberta
• Any other certificates, including those from the Yoga Alliance, may require fifty (50) additional contact hours to meet YogaBC standards.

YogaBCRegistered 200hr Teachers will be expected to:

1. Complete 30 hours of continuing education every three years through workshops offered by YogaBC Registered Senior Yoga Teachers.
2. Understand the recommended YogaBC Studio Guidelines.
3. Demonstrate leadership through the Code of Ethics
4. Renew their registration every three years.

Registration Fees:

1. YogaBC membership fees. (minimum Basic membership is required)

Ready to Register?

Download the YogaBC Teacher Registry Application Form.

For assistance, or additional information, contact us to begin the process.