Certificate
Teacher Training
200 hours across nine weekends, Feb to Nov 2027. Lead faculty: Katia Major and Raili Maripuu. Open Day 7 November 2026, 12:00-2pm.
Thames Wellness Academy
Yoga teacher training in Berkshire and Reading
Teacher-led Foundation Training, CPD and workshops, on site across Berkshire and Reading.
Courses
Upcoming courses
Dates you can join next across Foundation Training, CPD and workshops in Berkshire and Reading.
Pathways
Choose your path
New to teaching? Start with the 200-Hour. Meet faculty at the 7 November Open Day.
200-Hour
Already a teacher? Choose CPDs or the 300-Hour.
300-Hour & CPDs
Certificate
Advanced Training
Deepen after your 200-hour certification with advanced study toward a fuller professional pathway.
Certificate
CPD Modules
Flexible modules for qualified teachers: breath work, anatomy, pregnancy, sound, nidra and more.
Diploma
Studio sessions
Focused studio sessions on specialist teaching themes. Completers receive a studio diploma of attendance, not Yoga Alliance Professionals certification.
Testimonials
Voices from the room
Graduates and partners on teacher-led training, supervised practice and CPD that carries into real classes.
The teacher-led approach made all the difference. I felt supported from day one, with real feedback during supervised teaching practice.
Our corporate wellbeing team gained practical, evidence-informed skills we could apply immediately. The CPD format suited our schedules.
The anatomy and biomechanics modules were exceptional. I now teach with far greater confidence, especially when adapting for diverse client needs.
Yoga Alliance Professionals certification opened doors I had not expected. The 200-hour Foundation gave me a solid base to build my teaching career.
Why the Academy
Training that respects your craft
Teacher-led delivery, clinical specialists, and supervised teaching practice, not pre-recorded modules alone.
Teacher-led, on site
Learn in structured sessions with senior educators across studio, corporate and therapeutic environments.
Recognised certification
Pathways designed for Yoga Alliance Professionals recognition with academic and practical depth.
Hands-on teaching practice
Supervised teaching practice builds confidence before you step into your own classes.
Evidence-informed
Anatomy, physiology and biomechanics sit alongside mindfulness, breath work and wellbeing principles.
Real classroom practice
Learn beside a teacher, assist as a trainee
We take trainees under our wing in live public classes. You assist, observe, and practise what you have studied, so the leap from student to teacher feels grounded rather than frightening.
In the room you hear how experienced teachers cue, hold pace, and keep composure when the unexpected happens. That hands-on assistant experience builds calm confidence long before you stand at the front alone.
Teachers
Faculty who lead in the room
Meet the academy teachers shaping Thames Wellness Academy programmes across Berkshire.
Katia Major
Co-founder
Clinical and studio practice through Yoga Reading, with a focus on professional teaching standards.
Raili Maripuu
Co-founder
Studio leadership through Goyoga Tallinn and long-form teacher education across Europe.
Journal
Insights for practising teachers
Editorial content supports topical SEO and internal links back into courses, the way a DR45 school sustains authority.
Breath work in professional teaching practice
Practical guidance on integrating breath work safely in studio and therapeutic settings.
Evidence-informed wellness education
Why research collaboration matters for credible teacher training and CPD.
Workshop highlights and practitioner tips
Insights from specialist workshops on sleep health, menopause support and trauma-informed teaching.
FAQ
Before you apply
Clear answers reduce friction. Full FAQ page includes schema for rich results where eligible.
Is Thames Wellness Academy the same as Berkshire Yoga Training?
Yes. Thames Wellness Academy is the Academy brand. Berkshire Yoga Training remains the public domain and trading name on the live site while domains are aligned.
Are programmes delivered online or on site?
Core programmes are teacher-led and delivered on site across Berkshire and the wider Thames Valley. They are not app-based or fully automated.
What certification do graduates receive?
Foundation Training pathways are designed for Yoga Alliance Professionals recognition, subject to programme completion requirements.
How do I apply or enquire?
Use the Apply page to tell us your goals. We will help you choose Foundation Training, CPD or workshops.
Next step
Begin your journey with us
Whether you are starting out or deepening your practice, tell us what you need and we will guide you to the right course.