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Membership level and associated registrations 

Your membership level and associated training provider and mentor status are listed here and visible to the public. Note that your member number is listed here but is not visible to the public. 

New member numbers: please note, due to a growing member base and new membership system, all members have been allocated a new member number. 

Dashboard

Your central area for membership activities. Here you’ll find: 

• A visual snapshot of your annual CPDs and teacher training hours and teaching experience. Click the top right arrow on the CPD tracker to view a list of your logged CPDs. You can record your CPDs or hours by clicking the plus sign. These features will be further explained in the next 2 points. 
• Your membership anniversary/expiry date. In your renewal month, a renewal link will become visible. 
• We use this area to post important and timely membership announcements and information. 
• Any upcoming Yoga Australia events that you’ve booked into will be listed here. 
• Find links to all our current and past event and newsletter emails. 

My Profile

Every teaching member registered with Yoga Australia has a public teaching profile displayed on our website. Your Bio is a blank canvas to present the information you would like to share publicly. Here are some examples of what your Bio could include: 

• Preferred Contact Method, such as Email, mobile, social accounts, website. 
  Please note: If no contact email/number is shared in the bio, no one will be able to contact you. 
• Class Timetable: Where & when you are teaching. 
• Qualifications & experience: Courses/ Training completed. 
• Testimonials, reviews and references from students, teachers, colleagues. 
• Industry Achievements: Presenting, speaking or exhibiting activities, volunteer positions, writing a book or featured article. 

Important Note: this information also feeds through to our Teacher directory. The directory uses words as search terms, so make sure you use all key words you’d liked to be searchable for in your Bio (such as your yoga style, location, anything unique you’d like to be searchable for, etc). 

List an Event or Workshop

Simply complete the included form to have your community based workshop or event listed on the Yoga Australia website. Your event will become visible to the public once approved.
NOTE: Teacher Training and Approved Professional Development Courses must be submitted for registration with Yoga Australia and NOT listed here. 

Upload CPD Points

Use the CPD form to log CPDs throughout your membership year. Points will be added to your CPD Tracker (located on your Dashboard). Learn more about changes to CPD’s and how to use the tracker here: https://yogaaustralia.org.au/resources/cpd-tutorial. Your CPD tracker resets with every new membership year (points return to zero and entries are cleared, but remain visible to staff). Please note that documentation loaded into this form is for staff only. If you would like your associated documents saved to your account, make sure you upload them into your Documents section.

Update Career Tracker

Use the form to add your summary of teaching experience hours and teacher training hours to your Career Tracker (located on your Dashboard) to help you keep track of your career journey. This is only visible to you and Yoga Australia staff. When applying to upgrade your membership, you’ll be asked to show evidence to support your hours. Hours logged here accrue and remain for the duration of your membership. Please note that documentation loaded into this form is for staff only. If you would like your associated documents saved to your account, make sure you upload them into your Documents section. 

Upgrade My Membership

Use this form to upgrade your membership. Your application will be sent to staff members for processing, and you’ll be notified with the outcome. There is no cost to upgrade your teaching membership. Please note that documentation loaded into this form is for staff only. If you would like your associated documents saved to your account, make sure you upload them into your Documents section. 

Badges & Certificates

View and download your Yoga Australia member certificate and badges. 

Account Settings & Billing

Manage your account details including your name and address. 

My Invoices & Membership

Manage your membership subscription and get a snapshot of your invoices, membership status and upcoming payments. 

Documents

Organise relevant documents into folders for safe keeping (e.g. insurance, CPDs, teacher training certificates, First Aid, etc) 

Photos

Create a showcase of relevant photos for your public bio. 

Teaching Resources

Expand your knowledge with our library of multi-media resources, such as recordings of CPD sessions, articles, and podcasts. 

CPD Short Courses

Our CPD Short Courses have been created by skilled and experienced Senior Teachers. More elaborate than a simple webinar, our CPD Short Courses involve reading, watching, and completing a quiz at the end. Upon successful completion, points are automatically added to your CPD Tracker. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to our friendly staff enquiries@yogaaustralia.org.au or call us on 1300 881 451. 

This workshop describes Prānāyāma techniques such as Nadi Shuddhi, Sama Vrtti & Chandra Bhedana incorporating breath wave, bandhas, mantra, visualisation, digital count & metronome. Attendees new to these techniques will have the opportunity to practice & work with Jess towards proficiency ahead of teaching their students.

You will also learn how to work in collaboration with clients & students to prescribe the most appropriate Prānāyāma techniques for physical, psychological & spiritual wellbeing.

The second component of the workshop focuses on Yogic Chakra meditation which builds on the Prānāyāma techniques already described. This complex method works with the Chakra system to balance body, mind and spirit through a multi-layered approach. The technique is used to accelerate spiritual evolution & insight, & activate higher brain centres.

Note: Yoga Australia members who are logged in can see the video for free, otherwise you will see the trailer. Not a member yet? Join here.

About the Presenter:

Jessica teaches Ashtanga Vinyasa and Restorative Yoga, focusing on much more than the physical practice (Asana) and includes breathing techniques (Pranayama) and meditation in her classes. Her methods support students to accept where they find themselves, assist them to progress along their own unique path and reconnect them with their inner Guru. She uses variations to ensure students are safe, but appropriately challenged. 

Anchored in the Ashtanga tradition – with gratitude for the wisdom and teachers that came before her – Jessica began practicing yoga in 2001 and fell so deeply in love with the discipline, she now teaches private, group and corporate classes in order to share its gifts. Her more focused learning was born under the tutelage of Gregor Maehle and Monica Gauci, commencing in 2016, where she realised the invaluable benefits of the teacher/student relationship. She now wants to share this with you.

Jessica holds a degree in Psychology and studied Astrology and Reiki from a young age. She has undertaken Vipassana in the Indian Himalaya and has worked with Bill Bennett on what he calls the ‘Personal Guidance System’. Jess also worked with the High Commission of India, Canberra as lead demonstrator for the 5th International Day of Yoga 2019 celebration.

If you’re looking for improved physical, mental and spiritual health, and an inner freedom amid the chaos that is this life, reach out now.

Continuing Professional Development for Growth and Expertise

The yogic path is one of perpetual learning and growth. The modern implementation of yoga (as well many other fields of healthcare and wellness) benefits greatly from the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This is a crucial aspect of maintaining excellence in our craft that allows allow us to stay updated with industry trends, evolving practices, and the latest evidence.

At Yoga Australia, we’re committed to facilitating a spectrum of CPD options that cater to diverse needs and aspirations. We’ve recently made some changes to our CPD program, which we are pleased to present here.

Embracing a Diverse CPD Spectrum

Your CPD journey can vary from year to year. Some years might see you enthusiastically investing in your personal and teaching growth via certified courses, while others might be more relaxed in the way of self-education or attending workshops. Our goal is to ensure that every member, regardless of budget or time constraints, has accessible avenues for continuing education.

Our newly launched CPD Short Courses are always an excellent option, as are the longer APD Courses offered by our members. On the other hand, there are years when self-study, revisiting your teacher training notes, exploring quality lectures, reading relevant journals can contribute to your points. We’ve created a platform that’s inclusive and accessible to all, ensuring that you can engage with CPD in a way that suits you best.

Evolving to Address Societal Needs

We’ve recently updated some of the listed topics to align with the realities of our profession. As yoga teachers, we play a crucial role in the mental and emotional wellness of students. As such, our latest curriculum and CPD reforms include a focus on mental health awareness and cultural awareness.

The biggest change is on the topic of mental health, trauma, and cultural awareness.

In response to the recommendation of our Teacher Training Committee and Yoga Therapy Committee, and in consultation with the Senior Council of Advisors, we now include a mandatory annual mental health-related CPD topic. Similarly, understanding and respecting the cultural backgrounds of our students enriches our teaching approach. More than ever, the sober and caring recognition of the impact of colonialism on the First Nations of Australia must be considered by all who reside and work here.

Additionally (and this is more of a technical/administration change), conventional first aid is now considered part of the CPD process. All members must keep their first aid up to date, and may claim 1 point per year while ever it is so. We do not require CPD refreshers each year, but it is strongly recommended.

Navigating the New CPD Landscape

We have improved the member portal to make the process straightforward and easy to navigate. Upon logging in, you’ll find a user-friendly dashboard that neatly tracks your CPD points, teacher training hours, and teaching experience hours. This streamlined system allows you to stay organised and ensure your progress aligns with your professional goals.

Our growing library of free Teacher Resources (articles, pre-recorded sessions) and CPD Short Courses (learning modules developed by Senior Teachers) cater to diverse learning preferences and provide valuable insights to enhance your teaching and personal growth.

We’re excited to present these enhancements to our CPD framework and provide you with a holistic approach to continuing education. CPDs are not just an obligation but an opportunity to grow, evolve, and offer the best to your students. Whether it’s engaging in formal courses, delving into self-study, or exploring thought-provoking resources, your CPD journey is a powerful way to shape the future of yoga and wellness in Australia!

How do I calculate CPD points for self-study or offline activities?

We have simplified our CPD classification for ease of tracking and accrual.

• Passive activities like watching a video or listening to recorded audio earn 0.5 CPD points per hour
• Interactive learning is in-person or online activity that involves discussion, feedback, examination or review, and this earns 1 point per hour

For example:

• Watching a 1 hour video earns 0.5 CPD points, since it is passive watching
• Watching a video and submitting a summary is given 1 point since it involves watching as well as review
• Receiving mentoring from a senior teacher is worth 1 CPD point per hour
• Yoga Australia also provides high quality CPD Short Courses with quizzes that provide 1, 2, or 3 CPD points depending on their complexity.

Other Frequently Asked Questions:

• CPDs can be accrued from sources outside of Yoga Australia
• CPDs can be accrued through yoga-related self-study, state the author, title, and a summary of the material
• CPDs run in alignment with your membership year (not the calendar year)
• If you need to track a half point, please wait to accumulate 2 half points to track 1 full point
• Yoga Australia CPD short courses automatically add to your CPD tracker
• Attending another teacher’s class is something we strongly encourage but is not counted as CPD

Tutorial: Making the Most of your Membership

Watch staff members from Yoga Australia as they explain and demonstrate the importance of obtaining & tracking CPD activities. Yoga Australia members are required to lodge CPD points each year.

Further education is important to gain new skills and career training after completing formal education as a Yoga Tracher. CPD can be in the form of attending events, yoga classes & retreats, workshops, seminars and Approved Professional Development courses listed on the Yoga Australia website.

This session explains where to find CPD resources, the importance of using the CPD tracker (located in your member dashboard).

Note: Yoga Australia members who are logged in can see the video for free, otherwise you will see the trailer. Not a member yet? Join here.

In this enlightening episode, Dr Lauren Tober sits down with Fuyuko Sawamura-Toyota (she/her), a renowned expert in iRest Meditation, to explore the profound impact of yoga on mental health and delve into the transformative philosophy behind iRest. Fuyuko’s vast knowledge and experience offer a unique perspective on how iRest can support healing and empower individuals from all walks of life.

We begin by delving into Fuyuko’s personal journey of how yoga has played a pivotal role in transforming her own mental health. With candid insights, she shares the ways yoga has nurtured her inner life to create peace and resilience, inspiring us to discover the potential yoga holds for our own lives.

Listen in on this insightful episode, diving deep into the transformative pathways of iRest Meditation with Fuyuko Sawamura-Toyota. Discover the immense potential of yoga in enriching mental health, finding inner peace, and embracing a life of well-being and wisdom.

Conventional Physical Therapy and medical treatments include addictive drugs, surgeries and years of costly pain management which do not necessarily address the underlying causes of chronic pain.

Sylviane will explore Chronic NMS pain and how yoga can Help prevent it and help in the treatment of such a challenging, often misunderstood and under-serviced health issue:

• Understanding Chronic Pain

• The Important Role of Yoga teachers and Yoga Therapists

• What to look for in a class situation and how Teachers can help

• How Yoga Therapists can help

• The importance of referrals

Note: Yoga Australia members who are logged in can see the video for free, otherwise you will see the trailer. Not a member yet? Join here.

About the Presenter:

Sylviane James has dedicated 30 years to Teaching Iyengar-style Yoga and trained many to become Teachers. She is also a highly respected Therapist specialised in chronic neuromuscular-skeletal pain and sensorimotor rehabilitation. She had Chronic pain clinics both in Australia and Bali and worked with High performance athletes, Michael Jackson’s dancers, UN delegations, health professionals, surgeons, Yoga Teachers and students and people all over the world. Sylviane is also a certified clinical hypnotherapy and Life coach.

She is the founder of the Sylviane James Institute for Transformative Psycho-somatic Therapies, where she educate and help people facing such a challenging health issue and where she is inviting health care professionals and Yoga Teachers and Therapists to participate in educational masterclasses.

Find her online here:

Sylviane James Institute

London Journal of YOGA and Physical Therapy

NCBI

Yoga Therapy and Health

Note: Yoga Australia members who are logged in can see the video for free, otherwise you will see the trailer. Not a member yet? Join here.

Most websites simply aren’t optimised to perform from a marketing perspective, which results in a lot of wasted time and money, so we’ve decided to do something about it! In this event we share the results of thousands of online marketing campaigns and laying out exactly what you need to do to increase results from your website.

Your website needs to be the shining star of all your marketing materials now more than ever. There’s so much more to a website than just looking good! Ideally, your website should do most of the hard work for you to increase your sales.

Your website needs to be the shining star of all your marketing materials now more than ever. There’s so much more to a website than just looking good!  Ideally, your website should do most of the hard work for you to increase your sales.

Note: Yoga Australia members who are logged in can see the video for free, otherwise you will see the trailer. Not a member yet? Join here.