Prana Yoga Teacher Training Academy was founded in 1982 by shakti Mhi. Firmly grounded in Classical Hatha Yoga, they offer both Level I (200 hour), and Level II (500 hour) yoga teacher training courses. The learning has been described as “experiential, profound and transformational”. They are fully certified by the Yoga Alliance for their Level I and Level II courses. They offer Teacher training courses in Canada, at their Vancouver studio, on a stunning private waterfront retreat on Vancouver Island and in Thailand at the "Sanctuary Resort and Spa" on the island of Koh Pangan.


Each of Prana Yoga's courses has its own unique character. This August’s Yoga Teacher Training course on Vancouver island is unique in its meditative and healing spirit. Because we believe in personal attention the group will be small (approximately 15-20 people.) The course takes place on an isolated 32 acres of breathtaking scenery, which embraces the dynamic of the group. The space also allows each participant to be on his or her own when time for contemplation is needed. The vast space allows for isolation from the busyness of the city life, as well as from other people who may not immersed into the practice. This means that there are no temptations to distract the mind from concentrating on the work of becoming a teacher.

Another powerful aspect of this unique yoga teacher training course is the ability to shift to a clean vegetarian diet for healing, as well an opportunity to move from unhealthy habits, into a new way of holistic living. The combination of clean air, living in nature, quiet environment, comfortable accommodations and intense practice leads to healing on all levels, physical, emotional and mental.