Our goal at Byron Yoga Centre is to change the world by spreading yoga to every town and village. We want to extend this opportunity to someone whose vision is aligned with ours, however circumstances may prevent them from pursuing formal studies with us.
APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP
Applications are now open for our $10K scholarship to study yoga in Byron Bay
10865NAT Certificate IV is a 12 month course valued at $10,000 in Yoga Teaching.
- 100% of tuition fees for the 12 month course – 10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching
- Comprehensive course materials and resources
- Guided training by experienced yoga instructors
- Access to the enriching yoga community at Byron Yoga Centre
This scholarship is designed for students who have a passion for yoga and want to become a teacher. It includes theoretical and practical aspects of teaching yoga with a focus on teaching methodology and real teaching experience plus yoga
To apply you will need to complete this form, explaining in 400-500 words
- Why you would like to undertake this 1 year training,
- How you think you will benefit from it and
- How you will share the skills and knowledge with your community
You will also be asked to include your name, age (you must be over 18), nationality, where you are currently living, your yoga experience (minimum 120 hours of yoga instruction – this can be attending classes or practicing online) and confirm your level of English (minimum IELTS 5.5.).
Applications close 12am Thursday 7 December 2023.
The winner will be announced via our Instagram page @bycaustralia on Thursday 21 December 2023.
The scholarship places will be available for any of the Byron Bay intakes that start in 2024 (22 Jan, 15 April, 8 July or 30 Sep 2023) – subject to availability of places at the time of application.
If you are considering doing the course even if you do not win the scholarship, we suggest you apply and make the payment required for your acceptance. If you are successful in gaining the scholarship we will refund any fees paid to Byron Yoga Centre.
Applications close 12am Thursday 7 December 2023.
Entries will be placed before a panel including our CEO and owner John Ogilvie, our International Student Relations Manager Renata Guerra Carmello, and our Head Teacher Trainer Marita Dortins and a shortlist will be determined.
The entry form must be completely completed to be considered.
Our goal at Byron Yoga Centre is to change the world by spreading yoga to every town and village. We want to extend this opportunity to someone whose vision is aligned with ours, however circumstances may prevent them from pursuing formal studies with us. Our shortlist will be in line with this.
A short list of finalists will be contacted in mid December 2023 and these applicants will have the opportunity to present their essay via video call.
The winner of the scholarships will be selected and announced via our Instagram page @bycaustralia on Thursday 21 December 2023 and all applicants will be notified of the winner via email by the end of December 2023.
(Byron Yoga Centre reserves the right not to award the scholarship if there are no suitable applicants).
No correspondence will be entered into in regards to the selection process or individual applications.
International students will need to apply for a 1 year student visa once they have been accepted into the course. Student visas allow up to 40 hours of work per fortnight. No responsibility is taken by Byron Yoga Centre for obtaining the visa. If the student is not granted a visa, the Scholarship will not be awarded. Click here to learn more about Student Visas for Australia.
Australian citizens can apply for Austudy. No responsibility is taken by Byron Yoga Centre for obtaining Austudy. If the student is not granted Austudy and decides not to take the scholarship, it will not be awarded.
Byron Yoga Centre staff and their family members cannot apply for the scholarship.
The scholarship places will be available for any of the Byron Bay intakes that start in 2024 (22 Jan, 15 April, 8 July or 30 Sep 2024) – subject to availability of places at the time of application.
About 10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching
Course Details
- Qualification: 10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching
- CRICOS Course Code: 102571E
- Duration: 12 months (4 terms of 10 weeks)
- Full Time: 20hrs per week (2 days of 8hrs + 1 day of 4hrs)
- Delivery mode: Face to face, on campus
- Assessments: Practical teaching, assignments + assessments
- Cost: AUD$10,000 includes all learning materials
- Vocational Outcomes: Yoga Teacher
- Internationally recognised as the standard qualification for yoga teachers
Units of Competency
- HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCCOM006 Establish and manage client relationships
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
- BSBESB406 Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
- NAT10865001 Work within a fundamental yoga philosophical framework
- NAT10865002 Perform and teach yoga practices
- NAT10865003 Plan and instruct general yoga classes
- NAT10865004 Deliver specialised classes to meet individual needs
The course was a great opportunity to grow as a human being, to create a sense of community, to learn how to conduct a safe and good yoga class. I am so happy I did it. One of the best courses of my life.
I have absolutely loved my time here. Love the teachers. Love learning. Love yoga! Thank you.
I learnt so much studying with the Byron Yoga Centre. I felt really supported by the teachers and enjoyed connecting to my group. Thank you!
This environment that you all continually create is so valuable. I have never felt more supported and safe in my entire life than I do here at Purna. I never want to leave. I have such love, admiration and respect for absolutely everyone here. You are all absolutely fantastic!
Purna Yoga Pty Ltd t/a Byron Yoga Centre | RTO No. 91522 | CRICOS ID. 03418E
10865NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching. Course code: 102571E