Transform Your Passion into Purpose:

YMCAfit has been a leader in health and fitness education for over 35 years. OurLevel 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga isn’t just about learning to lead classes—it’s about transforming your understanding of yoga and cultivating the confidence to share it authentically with others. 

This Ofqual-regulated, CIMSPA-endorsed qualification is internationally recognised, meaning you’ll be ready to teach in gyms, studios, community centres, or even launch your own yoga business. 

You’ll develop a deeper connection to your own practice while gaining the professional skills to guide others safely, inclusively, and compassionately. 

The YMCAfit yoga diploma is designed for real-world readiness. Over several weeks, you’ll move through a blend of: 

• Live tutor-led training days (in person or online) 

• Interactive eLearning modules via YMCAfit’s Suada platform 

• Independent study, teaching journals, and practical assessments 

You’ll explore yoga’s foundations—alignment, sequencing, pranayama, meditation, anatomy, and philosophy—while learning how to design classes that are safe, inclusive, and deeply meaningful. 

By the end of your journey, you’ll understand not just how to teach yoga, but why yoga works—physically, mentally, and energetically. 

• 9 Tutor-Led Training Days 

• Flexible Learning Options (Online & In-Person) 

• Interactive Digital Platform (Suada for A&P) 

• Ongoing Tutor & Peer Support 

• CIMSPA-Endorsed Qualification 

• Comprehensive Final Assessment 

• Affordable Entry Point – from £1,100 

Open to anyone passionate about sharing yoga—no advanced flexibility required. 
You’ll need to be 16+, comfortable using online platforms, and ideally have at least two years of personal practice. Authenticity and curiosity matter most. 

Gain the confidence to teach safe, effective yoga for all levels. You’ll master: 

• Core asanas, pranayama, and meditation 

• Class sequencing and modification 

• Yogic philosophy and anatomy 

• The use of props, verbal cueing, and hands-free guidance 

You’ll also create and deliver a 10-session yoga programme and complete your final teaching assessment—either live in London or online. 

Whether your goal is to teach in a studio, build an online yoga brand, or bring yoga to your community, this course sets the foundation for a fulfilling career in wellness. 

Your learning journey is thoughtfully structured for balance and support: 

• Weeks 1–3: eLearning (Anatomy & Physiology) 

• Weeks 4–12: Weekly tutor-led days (Yoga practice, philosophy, and teaching techniques) 

• Weeks 15–20: Submit progressive teaching plans, final assessment, and reflective journal 

Each student benefits from expert guidance, peer connections, and access to digital learning tools. You’re never alone on your path to becoming a teacher.

Meet Your Tutor: David Marques

Leading the course is David Marques, an experienced yoga teacher and educator with over 15 years of dedicated practice. Trained at the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre in Austria, David blends traditional yoga philosophy with modern movement principles. 

He teaches a signature Holistic Hatha Yoga Flow, a mindful, functional approach that integrates anatomy, breathwork, and the energetic aspects of yoga. David’s compassionate, trauma-aware teaching style supports learners from all walks of life, helping them grow in both confidence and self-awareness. 

With advanced training in Yin, Restorative, Vinyasa, and Mindfulness, plus qualifications in Thai Yoga Massage and Sports Massage, David brings a holistic understanding of the body and mind to every class he leads. 

Graduates of YMCAfit’s Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga Walk away with more than a qualification—they leave with a community, professional confidence, and purpose. 

With 10 CIMSPA CPD points and national recognition, you’ll be well-positioned for roles in studios, leisure centres, retreats, or private teaching. 

Many alumni go on to build thriving yoga businesses or integrate their skills into complementary fields such as fitness, wellness, and holistic health. 

Yoga is more than a physical practice—it’s a journey of presence, compassion, and connection. If you’re ready to deepen your practice, empower others, and turn your passion into purpose, YMCAfit’s Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga offers an accessible, accredited, and truly transformational path. 

🧘‍♂️ Your mat has been your sanctuary. Now, it can be your platform.