The Shala
About The Shala
The Shala operates as a Yoga Alliance–registered training school in Norwood, London SE27 9EZ, United Kingdom. The Shala is currently registered as RYS 300 with Yoga Alliance. Graduates have submitted 23 Yoga Alliance reviews, averaging 4.91. The program includes work in Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, and Spiritually-Oriented Yoga. The lead team includes 10 trainers listed in the Yoga Alliance directory. Training is delivered online, which works for students who can't relocate. Non-residential formats let local students commute in. To get current program dates and pricing, send a message through the form below.
Our unique programme brings together some of the UK’s most well respected and inspirational teachers to offer a transformational modular based Level 1 Foundational 200-hr course & Level 2 300-hour course. The modular approach allows students some flexibility in when and how they study and the Level 2 programme offers a variety of specialist interest topics from Family Yoga to Pranayama. Specialist interest subjects are also open to Level 1 students as well as a stand-alone course for teachers.
The exceptional teaching faculty includes but is not limited too Gingi Lee, Melanie Cooper, Kath Roberts, Jennie Wadsten, Norman Blair, Ruth Westoby, Dr Matthew Clark, Martin Aylward and Adelene Cheong.
Students of our Level 1 course has been described by our graduates as “transformational", "life changing" and "mind-blowing", the teacher training programme offers a diverse, carefully crafted and flexible course set up to shape a new generation of skilled and authentic teachers.
Students of our Level 2 course has been described by our graduates as "inspiring", "informative", "fun" with many students saying that they felt a deep sense of community from taking the core module of this training.
Read more about the lead teachers here:
www.melaniecooper.co.uk /
www.yogaleela.se
Frequently asked questions
Is The Shala Yoga Alliance registered?
Yes. The Shala is listed in the Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS) directory under RYS 300. That designation means the school's curriculum and teaching hours have been reviewed and meet the Yoga Alliance standards for that level.
Where does The Shala hold teacher training?
The school is based in Norwood, London SE27 9EZ, United Kingdom. The school offers online training, so students can attend from anywhere.
What yoga styles does The Shala teach?
The Shala teaches Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, and Spiritually-Oriented Yoga as the core of its curriculum. The program is delivered by 10 trainers listed on the school's Yoga Alliance roster.
Does The Shala have student reviews?
Yes — 23 verified Yoga Alliance reviews are on file, averaging 4.91 out of 5. A sample is shown in the Student Reviews section of this page, and the full list is available on the school's Yoga Alliance directory entry.
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Programs offered
Upcoming cohorts
| Program | Start | End | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| RYS 300 | 2022-09-16 | 2026-09-15 | — |
What they teach
Meet the team
Student reviews
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Rated but no written review.