Medical Yoga Teacher
5 facts about our Medical Yoga Teacher Training:
Uncertainty in the targeted use of yoga in therapy and rehabilitation
→ You will learn how to integrate yoga exercises into individual therapy and rehabilitation in an evidence-based way - as an active, effective treatment tool for your patients.Lack of flexibility to use yoga both therapeutically and preventively
→ After the training, you will not only be able to teach in practice and clinics, but also safely teach yoga classes in a yoga studio.Lack of active treatment techniques suitable for everyday use
→ You will receive a large toolbox of exercises (asanas, breathwork, meditation) that you can adapt individually and use effectively in both individual therapy and group classes.Uncertainty in course management and patient motivation
→ You will develop the ability to lead groups in a safe, varied and targeted manner - from rehab courses to open yoga classes.Difficulties in combining movement, mindfulness and therapy
→ You will learn a clearly structured, tried-and-tested concept that effectively combines bodywork, breathing techniques and mindful posture.
Experience and topicality:
Over 21 years of specialized training in medical yoga with annually updated content
Flexible learning concept:
Combination of e-learning and face-to-face seminars (blended learning).
Work on theory flexibly from home; focus on practice in practical courses.
Flexibility: become a medical yoga teacher, yoga therapist or both - prepare for the 'ZPP approval' with us.
Clearly structured & practical
Flexibility: become a medical yoga teacher, yoga therapist or both - prepare for the 'ZPP approval' with us.
Evidence-based: Orientation towards current scientific evidence and proven best-practice approaches.
Community: Exchange with other participants via a Telegram group and regular live Q&A sessions.
Medical yoga teacher: 5 basic courses (online) + 3x5 days attendance
Yoga therapist: 1 basic course (online) + 2x5 days + 2 days attendance
Locations: always in Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Tenerife, Lanzarote & alternating in Greece, Poland, Bali, India, Austria
Have the detailed invitations to tender, contents and dates sent to you directly by email here
Medical yoga teacher/theory
1.) Basic courses
(200 hours)
Start today and begin the five online Medical Yoga courses online and from home. Complete the basics 100% of the time and from anywhere.
You can start the practical training straight away while you are still taking the online courses.
Medical Yoga Teacher/Practice
2.) Practice courses
(3x5 days or 12 days compact)
You can start the practical part of your training while you are still completing the basic courses. Take a look at the locations and dates here to find out when and where you can complete your practical training. The highlight are our compact courses on Tenerife and Lanzarote.
Yoga therapist
Theory & practice courses
(40h online + 2x5 + 2 days)
You can also complete the yoga therapy training without the medical yoga teacher training if you prefer to work with patients on a one-to-one basis. As a medical yoga teacher, these courses are a good way to build on this if you want to achieve ZPP recognition.
Medical Yoga Teacher Training at Tenriffa
05.03. - 16.03.2025
Immerse yourself in the world of medical yoga! For this part of your training, we travel to Lanzarote, where we live together in a house right on the beach - the course is for a maximum of 12 people.
Our daily routine
Every morning we start at 6:30 am with a meditation, followed by sun salutations and the first yoga class of the day. We then continue with asana practice, meditation and pranayama.
The entire day is dedicated to yoga, meditation, pranayama, philosophy and practical yoga classes. Our last meditation ends at around 9:30 pm.
Of course, there will also be time to relax in between - be it for a walk by the sea, sunbathing on the beach or cooking together. In the evening, we end the day relaxing on the terrace.
In 12 days (including arrival and departure day) you will complete the entire 150 hours of practical training. You can flexibly complete the 220 hours of theory units in advance via our e-learning.
Contents: Origins and development of yoga (Vedas, Upanishads, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Patanjali), yoga philosophy & classical yoga texts, biomechanics and precise alignment of the individual asanas, Hatha and Vinyasa sun salutations, Hatha Yoga asanas as a basis for your own yoga practice, adapting the poses to different levels and physical abilities, teaching Hatha yoga, the basics of Vinyasa yoga, connecting breath and movement (flow principle), teaching Vinyasa, sequencing: Building Dynamic Classes, Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra, Guiding and Teaching Pranayama and Breathwork, Guiding and Teaching Meditation, Class Structure, Teaching through Demonstration and Voice, ...
About 50% of the day you will be learning yoga and working on your own practice, the other 50% you will be learning and practicing teaching.
This training is designed for people with a regular yoga practice, but also for absolute beginners in the field of yoga
The training will be physically, mentally and emotionally demanding - but also a lot of fun
We cook, eat and live together in a house - right on the beach in Lanzarote
Course fee including accommodation (plus €20.00 catering per day)
Medical yoga teacher or yoga therapist
Leading groups safely and competently as a medical yoga teacher
You first complete the basic course online and then 3 x 5 days in person.
In this in-depth yoga teacher training course, you will learn how to lead groups through yoga classes with presence, clarity and professional competence. You will be able to lead classes in the context of prevention - for example, for musculoskeletal complaints such as back pain or stress-related symptoms - and make individual adjustments for different target groups.
After completing the training, you will be able to teach yoga classes professionally at different levels - from beginner to intermediate and, depending on your focus, also advanced classes.
In addition to the precise teaching of asanas (postures), you will also focus on integrating pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation into your classes. You will learn how to use these elements in a targeted and coherent way to promote body awareness, concentration and inner peace in your participants.
Another essential part of the training is didactic and methodological training: you will learn how to structure lessons sensibly, respond to different needs and create a harmonious atmosphere in your classes. Anatomical principles, particularly in relation to the spine, breathing and joints, form an important basis for your teaching skills.
In addition, you will be introduced to topics such as voice guidance, mindful communication, yoga philosophy and ethical aspects of teaching - so that you can provide effective support not only physically, but also on a mental and emotional level.
If you also want to work more one-to-one with people in prevention, therapy and rehabilitation, the yoga therapy training is also useful for you afterwards (or before). Even if you plan to have the so-called ZPP approval at some point, you will have to complete the yoga therapy training in addition to the yoga teacher training in order to achieve a total of 500 hours. In these cases, you complete both trainings. It doesn't matter which of the two trainings you start with. If you would like more information about the yoga therapy training, please click here.
Medical yoga teacher & yoga therapist - the ideal combination for your professional future
With the combination of training as a medical yoga teacher and yoga therapist, you will acquire a comprehensive qualification at the highest level. You will complete a total of 500 training hours, which will optimally prepare you both professionally and methodically for your work in prevention, therapy and rehabilitation.
These qualifications allow you to be approved by the Central Prevention Testing Center (ZPP) - an important step towards being able to offer certified prevention courses as part of health promotion. This opens up a wide range of career prospects for you: in yoga studios, rehabilitation centers, clinics, healthcare facilities or in your own practice.
You will learn how to lead groups professionally and safely - for example in courses on stress management, back health or general health promotion. At the same time, you will be trained to work specifically and individually with patients in individual therapy, incorporating sound diagnostic methods, therapeutic conversation and the targeted use of yoga techniques.
Kids Yoga Teacher
This course is tailor-made for physiotherapists, occupational therapists and sports therapists who want to expand their knowledge and techniques to develop child-friendly yoga programs that are both fun and therapeutically effective.
Developmentally appropriate yoga: Learn to adapt yoga exercises to the physiological and psychological developmental stages of children.
Therapeutic yoga techniques: Incorporate specific yoga exercises aimed at improving motor skills, coordination and balance.
Playful approaches: Use of creative and playful elements to motivate children and encourage their participation.
Professional application: Use of yoga as a therapeutic tool in clinics, schools or private practices.
Duration: 2 x 3 days
Hamburg 2027
Dortmund 2027
Munich 2027
🧭 General questions about training
Who is this medical yoga teacher and yoga therapy training course suitable for?
This training course is aimed at physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other medical-therapeutic professionals. Non-medical professionals can also take part in this training. In this case, the effort is a little greater, as they have to work on the anatomy and physiology in parallel with the training. With a little ambition, however, this is not a problem.
To what extent is philosophical and esoteric content included in the training?
We discuss traditional yoga philosophy in detail during the training, as this is important for the practice. There is no room for esoteric content in our training. As a training institute for medical yoga, we reject esotericism.
How long does the entire training course take?
The basic training course lasts approx. 2-5 months, depending on the pace of learning. The complete training (incl. advanced training) is designed to take around 18 - 24 months - but can be customized.
Must the order of the courses be adhered to?
The order of the courses should be adhered to. However, the order can also be changed due to illness. With a little ambition, it is also possible to change the order.
Where can I see the exact content and where can I get the current dates for the practical courses?
You can simply have all the information sent to you by email here. Click on this link, enter your e-mail address and 5-10 minutes later you will receive an e-mail with the dates.
Can I talk to you on the phone? I would like to discuss some questions in person.
Yes - that's no problem at all. Just click on the link here and choose an appointment from my telephone calendar. I will then call you at the agreed time.
💻 Questions about the learning format (e-learning & attendance)
How does the blended learning concept work?
You learn the theory online in short, structured modules - supplemented by live Zoom workshops. The practical part is taught in compact face-to-face courses (or live online seminars). Each of our online chapters lasts between 20 - 40 minutes and can therefore be perfectly integrated into everyday life.
Do I have to travel to the face-to-face modules?
The 200 hours of online training takes place 100% online. You do not have to travel here. The practical lessons are currently still taking place in person. From the end of 2026, these courses will also be streamed live online via Zoom if you would like to complete them from home.
How much time should I plan per week?
This is individual. For the e-learning modules, we recommend about 2-6 hours per week, divided into many small sections, or compact in 2-3 hours at a time - you decide your own pace. In addition, we recommend attending one or two yoga classes per week, either live or online via YouTube.
📜 C ertification & graduation
Is there a certificate?
Yes. After completing the online training, you will receive the yoga teacher certificate. Once you have completed the practical courses, you can take the examination to become a medical yoga teacher. If you complete the yoga therapy training, you will also receive the certificate upon completion. There is no difference in terms of the certificate if you complete the training online. As the content is the same, it is not clear on the certificate whether you have completed the training online or in person.
Is the training recognized?
The content is based on the current guidelines of the Yoga Alliance and the requirements of the Central Prevention Testing Center. Once you have completed the 500 hours, you can apply for ZPP approval and use the concept we have provided.
💰 Costs & booking
Can I book individual modules?
Yes - you can book the basic training individually, then the practical courses and as a third blog the yoga therapy training.
Are there any discounts or installment payment options?
Of course, you can pay for each course individually, or in up to 30 monthly installments when booking via our website with Klarna. Occasionally there are also discounted package prices for complete bookings. We offer students and trainees a 25% discount on online basic courses.
🌱 Contents & development
What makes this training different from other yoga teacher training courses?
The focus is on the medical orientation of yoga. You will learn to use yoga with different patient groups, from back pain, patients, people after artificial joint insertion, but also with depression and other psychosomatic illnesses. Of course, you will also learn to teach classical yoga classes at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels in a yoga studio.
Which teachers do I have on the course?
The main teacher is Florian Hockenholz. Florian mainly teaches the twelve-day compact courses abroad. Florian will also teach individual courses in Germany from time to time. Florian is supported by a larger team of yoga teachers. All our teachers have completed the entire training in medical yoga and yoga therapy and have also completed further medical training.