APPLICATION FORM FOR YOGA SCHOOLS AND STUDIOS

APPLICATION FORM FOR YOGA SCHOOLS AND STUDIOS | YOGA ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL

Please read this document thoroughly and provide responses to as many questions as possible. If you need assistance or clarification regarding any item, feel free to contact us at contact@yogaalliance.org.in.All information provided will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. Please note that this process may include an interview conducted via video or voice call.
School/Studio Name *
(As you want it it appear on your certificate)
Email*
example@example.com
Director’s Name
Contact person
if other than the director
Website
Country*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
TYPE OF CERTIFICATION REQUESTED

Certified Yoga Studio:

Ideal for studios or venues dedicated to Yoga classes or rentals
Certification permits conducting Yoga Classes, Workshops and Retreats. Requirement: At least one teacher who is a Certified 200 hours Yoga Teacher or with equivalent qualification.

200 Hour Certified Yoga School:

Perfect for Yoga schools offering up to 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training courses.
Certification covers Yoga classes, workshops, retreats, and 100- 200- and 300-hour training programs eligible for Yoga Alliance International® certification.
Requirement: At least one teacher certified as a 300-hour Yoga Master or holding an equivalent qualification

500 Hour Certified Yoga School:

Designed for Yoga Schools offering up to 500-hour of Yoga Master Training courses. Certification allows conducting Yoga classes, workshops, retreats, 100-, 200-, 300-, and 500-hour training courses, all eligible for Yoga Alliance International® accreditation. Requirement: At least one Senior Experienced Yoga Master, Grand Master, or equivalent qualification/experience.

CPD – Continuing Professional Development programs :

This option is designed for schools seeking to enrich their curriculum with short courses. YAI offers certification for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs starting from 15-hour courses.
Requirement: Being at least a 200-hour YAI certified school.

Others - type of Certification requested
Type a question

Certified Yoga Studio200 Hour Certified Yoga School500 Hour Certified Yoga SchoolCPD - Continuing Professional Development ProgramOther
Logo

If your application is approved , your School grants permission and gives its consent to Yoga Alliance International for the use of the following logo, as identified below, for presentation on your school’s YAI certificate and on your school’s profile on Yoga Alliance International website. Your school expressly represents that the use of your school’s logo above does not infringe pre-existing third-party rights, and that your School is not aware of any grounds for invalidity.
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Faculty Information
Information About your Teachers. A brief description about qualifications in Yoga. Include Name of teacher, Qualification (Level of Certification), Where they completed their qualification. Example: Firstname Last Name - 200 RYT/CYT (organisation), Diploma in Ayurveda etc. Please fill in at least one.
Certificates*

Upload Certificates, documents Letters of recommendation or any other documents that prove your faculty or your school's eligibility. Scans or photos of documents will suffice
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Syllabus of the course(s)offered in your school*

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We’d love to know - how did you first hear about Yoga Alliance International?*
CODE OF CONDUCT

This Code outlines the ethical, professional, and legal standards that all Certified Members of Yoga Alliance International are required to uphold:

1. Professionalism
Maintain the highest integrity in your vocation by always conducting yourself in a professional, conscientious, and ethical manner. Adhere to the Standards established by Yoga Alliance International.

2.Scope of Practice
Recognize the boundaries of your expertise and refer students to appropriate professionals or resources when their needs exceed your scope of practice.

3.Safe and Inclusive Environment
- Foster a safe, clean, and welcoming space for yoga practice.
- Respect the rights, dignity, and privacy of all students, irrespective of their age, physical abilities, race, creed, gender, ethnicity, religious affiliation, or sexual orientation.
- Avoid any language or actions that could be interpreted as sexual harassment.
4.Compliance with Laws
Follow all applicable local and national laws governing yoga teaching and business operations.

5.Logo and Certification Usage
- Only Yoga Alliance International is authorized to issue Teacher Training Certificates. Schools and teachers are not permitted to print the Yoga Alliance International Logo on certificates issued by themselves.
- to use the YAI Trademark only online on your website and social media in conjunction with the yoga courses offered by your school; to use the acronym “YAI-CYS” (Yoga Alliance International Certified Yoga School) after your school’s name as follows:
  “[Your School’s name] YAI certified School [YAI Trademark]”
- Written permission from Yoga Alliance International management is mandatory for physically printing the Logo. The Logo must always be used as provided, without altering or omitting any elements.
- Certified Schools are required to display the Yoga Alliance International Logo with a hyperlink (https://www.yogaalliance.org.in/) to the official Yoga Alliance International Website.
- The Yoga Alliance International Logos may only be used online for your website, social media, marketing, and advertising purposes.
- Logos must be used exactly as provided, without any alterations. The symbol and text must remain together as a unified design.
- Your school further acknowledges and agrees that:
  • it shall not at any time acquire any rights, title or interest in the
  YAI Trademark by virtue of any use it may make of the YAI
  Trademark;
  • it will not contest the ownership rights to the YAI Trademark or
  contest its validity;
  • Yoga Alliance International shall have the right to
  unilaterally modify the YAI Trademark at any time and Your school
  shall start using the YAI Trademark as modified by Yoga Alliance
  International.
6. Consequences of Non-Compliance
Schools or teachers found in violation of this Code of Practice, as determined by Yoga Alliance International, will be de-certified and prohibited from using any Yoga Alliance International symbols or materials.

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STATEMENT OF AGREEMENT

As a certified member of Yoga Alliance International, I commit to upholding the ethical principles and professional standards outlined in the Code of Practice.

I understand that failure to adhere to these standards may result in the revocation of my school's certification and associated privileges. I confirm that all information provided in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the acceptance of my application is solely at the discretion of the Yoga Alliance International Committee.

I consent to the terms and conditions stated above and agree to fulfill these requirements to maintain my listing as a Certified Yoga School and/or Teacher Training Provider with Yoga Alliance International®. I also understand that providing false or misleading information may result in the refusal or cancellation of my application.

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APPLICATION FORM FOR YOGA SCHOOLS AND STUDIOS | YOGA ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL