Discover how to deepen your practice, grow professionally, and become a confident Yoga Teacher.
Professional or Personal?
Yoga teacher training bridges the gap between professional skill-building and personal growth.
At The Yoga Loft and Academy, we believe both are invaluable. That’s why our programme equips you with professional expertise as the foundation for your transformative personal growth.
With guidance from diverse instructors and expert-led sessions, you’ll gain a comprehensive, grounded education to teach confidently and grow personally.
Spirituality or Consciousness?
Spirituality reflects a connection to something greater, while consciousness—the core of all experience—is your awareness of self and reality.
Rather than seeing them as separate, you’ll explore their profound unity.
Through this training, you’ll deepen your self-awareness and discover how it connects to the broader experience of being.
Psychology or Philosophy?
Psychology delves into human behaviour and mental processes.
Philosophy, on the other hand, explores the nature of existence, knowledge, and values.
In many Yoga programmes, these lines are blurred.
At The Yoga Loft and Academy, you’ll clarify these distinctions while discovering how understanding your Psychology empowers you to live and teach your unique Philosophy.
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Yoga Loft Academy
Training Program
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Programme
With over 15 years of experience training Yoga teachers, this programme is designed to take your practice—and your teaching skills—to the next level.
Over ten weekends, you’ll immerse yourself in a transformative journey that blends modern Yoga with timeless wisdom.
You’ll learn how to teach Yoga effectively and safely, while building a solid understanding of foundational anatomy, philosophy, and human psychology.
Our comprehensive 200-hour training includes:
By the end of this journey, you’ll feel confident and prepared to guide others as an effective Yoga teacher while growing as a self-aware individual.
Jan 2025
Weekend 1: 18th - 19th January 2025
Weekend 2 : 1st - 2nd February 2025
Weekend 3 : 22nd - 23rd February 2025
Weekend 4 : 1st - 2nd March 2025
Weekend 5 : 15th - 16th March 2025
Weekend 6 : 22nd - 23rd March 2025
Weekend 7 : 12th - 13th April 2025
Weekend 8 : 26th - 27th April 2025
Weekend 9 : 3rd - 4th May 2025
Weekend 10 : 17th - 18th May 2025
May 2025
Weekend 1: 24th - 25th May 2025
Weekend 2 : 7th - 8th June 2025
Weekend 3 : 21st - 22nd June 2025
Weekend 4 : 5th - 6th July 2025
Weekend 5 : 19th - 20th July 2025
Weekend 6 : 2nd - 3rd August 2025
Weekend 7 : 16th - 17th August 2025
Weekend 8 : 30th - 31st August 2025
Weekend 9 : 14th - 15th September 2025
Weekend 10 : 28th - 29th September 2025
Oct 2025
Weekend 1 : 26th - 27th October 2025
Weekend 2 : 9th - 10th November 2025
Weekend 3 :23rd - 24th November 2025
Weekend 4 :7th - 8th December 2025
Weekend 5 :10th - 11th January 2026
Weekend 6 :24th - 25th January 2026
Weekend 7 :7th - 8th February 2026
Weekend 8 : 21st - 22nd February 2026
Weekend 9 : 7th - 8th March 2026
Weekend 10 :14th - 15th March 2026
March 2026
Weekend 1 : 28th - 29th March 2026
Weekend 2 : 11th - 12th April 2026
Weekend 3 : 25th - 26th April 2026
Weekend 4 : 9th - 10th May 2026
Weekend 5 : 23rd - 24th May 2026
Weekend 6 : 6th - 7th June 2026
Weekend 7 : 20th - 21st June 2026
Weekend 8 : 4th - 5th July 2026
Weekend 9 : 18th - 19th July 2026
Weekend 10 : 15th - 16th August 2026
September 2026
Weekend 1 :5th - 6th September 2026
Weekend 2 :19th - 20th September 2026
Weekend 3 : 3rd - 4th October 2026
Weekend 4 : 17th - 18th October 2026
Weekend 5 : 31st October - 1st November 2026
Weekend 6 : 14th - 15th November 2026
Weekend 7 : 28th - 29th November 2026
Weekend 8 : 9th - 10th January 2027
Weekend 9 : 23rd - 24th January 2027
Weekend 10 : 6th - 7th February 2027
200 Hour YTT Programme
Anatomy & Physiology
Application of Anatomy to Yoga
Alignment/Adjusting
Sequencing
Philosophy
Professional Development
Breathwork & Meditation
Observation & Practice Teaching
Unlimited Yoga at the Yoga Loft
Selected Workshops
Yoga Pro Business Platform
Life Long Access to your 200 Hour online training environment
Gary Bridgeman founded the Yoga Academy, a community of Yoga, body and mental health professionals dedicated to integrating scientific research into traditional Yoga techniques to support the teaching community and empower individuals to live their most fulfilling lives.
Gary’s passion lies in raising the bar in Yoga education and helping establish Yoga teachers as recognised professionals with the skills and knowledge to support their students in learning, growing, and evolving beyond their self-imposed limitations.
Born in London, England, Gary now lives in Brussels, Belgium, and is a E-500H Yoga Alliance registered Yoga teacher, MBSR teacher, and neurodynamic breathwork facilitator.
An avid polymath, Gary also complements his Yoga with knowledge of philosophy, psychology, physiology, and entrepreneurship.
Simon believes that meditation is more than just a skill; it's a way of being that can transform our relationship with ourselves, others, and the world around us.
Simon's time in an Ashram was rigorous, with multiple daily meditations.
He learned various practices centred around the robust process of Self-Inquiry, which develops mindfulness, compassion, loving-kindness and insight and helps us connect with our true selves.
Beyond his extensive education and experience in the Ashram, Simon is an organisational psychologist, psychotherapist, and wellness coach who helps people find more peace, joy and balance.
With over 15 years of meditation practice and teaching experience, Simon's teaching style is warm, friendly and supportive.
He creates a safe and welcoming space for everyone to explore their inner potential.
Michael is a yoga enthusiast who stumbled upon its transformative power in 2011 while in Bali. Later, while going through the deepest chapter of a health crisis, yoga became his guiding light.
This profound experience ignited his passion to share its transformative power with others.
He enjoys travelling and has taught in the serene landscapes of Thailand, Cambodia, and Bali.
For Michael, yoga transcends beyond mere physical postures of Asana practice or being flexible; it's a holistic practice embracing mindfulness, gratitude, and, more importantly, cultivating a positive mindset.
In between travels, he channels his creativity through the lens of a commercial photographer, videographer, and workshop leader.
Beyond yoga, his pursuits include a lifelong dedication to Shotokan Karate and certification as a Thai massage therapist.
Alicja is a passionate Yoga teacher with years of self-practice in various styles, including Hatha, Vinyasa (Mandala), Ashtanga, and YinYang.
Her journey began with a simple desire to master headstands but quickly evolved as she discovered Yoga's profound impact on both body and mind. After completing her 200-hour teacher training, Alicja fell in love with teaching and guiding others through their practice.
Beyond Yoga, Alicja is a creative artist and graphic designer with a deep love for outdoor sports and a passion for physiotherapy.
In her teaching, she blends pranayama, Yoga philosophy, and daily influences to create unique and engaging classes.
Each session is thoughtfully tailored to meet the group's energy, focusing on technique, alignment, and the joy of practice. With a balance of challenges and relaxation, Alicja is dedicated to fostering self-discovery and growth through Yoga.
€3,595
200 Hour YTT Programme
Unlimited Yoga & lifetime access to Yoga Pro community
Books and Manual Included.
Dolphin — grippy recycled yoga mat (5mm)
€2,995
Discount for Current Health Professionals
Unlimited Yoga & lifetime access to Yoga Pro community
Books and Manual Included.
Dolphin — grippy recycled yoga mat (5mm)
€3,325
Early Bird Price - Six Weeks before Start Date
Unlimited Yoga & lifetime access to Yoga Pro community
Books and Manual Included.
Dolphin — grippy recycled yoga mat (5mm)
Limited concession pricing available for registered unemployed and those in full time education for the duration of the programme details on application. Payment plans available for full price and professional options. Early bird is paid in full six weeks before the start of your programme - payment plans offered under this condition. Details on application. Unlimited Yoga begins two weeks before the start or your programme and ends two weeks after your last weekend of training.
Comprehensive Yoga Manual & Books
We've prepared a comprehensive reference manual with the history, and practice of Yoga,. with guides on terminology, asana, Anatomy and Yoga techniques.
Also included are the two books that we base our training around - The science of Yoga and Yoga Anatomy.
Lifetime Programme Access
You'll keep lifetime access to our online 200 Hour portal with access to videos and content that will continued to be added to and developed.
Bonus programmes included in your portal - Eight session mindfulness programme with train the train videos. The Business of Yoga and understanding your psychology.
Unlimited Yoga During Your Training
You'll gain unlimited access to our studio for the period of your training.
All group classes and selected workshops are included in your training.
Your unlimited access starts two weeks before your programme start date and ends two weeks after your last weekend of training.
Professional sustainable Yoga mat
We've teamed up with
Pierre Sports to offer you the Dolphin yoga mat which is their first circular Yoga mat. It is made of recycled neoprene from old wetsuits – which is fully reused – and natural rubber.
With 5MM of thinkness the mat is long lasting and will take you further in your Yoga teaching career.
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I am so excited and happy to have dared to take this journey Now so gorgeous about this experience, I even thank myself for having subscribed.
It would have been such a shame to miss this. I also feel a bit sad it’s over because I really loved my weekend during the training.
My confidence during the training went from low to high thanks to Marc’s philosophy and approach. I thought at first that I was not good enough at Yoga but actually there is no good or bad.
I was positively surprised about the teaching philosophy which is inclusive to all levels, with compassion and acceptance of limits.
I am happy that I chose this training at the Brussels Yoga Academy because it was exactly corresponding to my teaching style and philosophy.
"Thank you to the Yoga Loft team for this great adventure!" - Federica
For me, it was a milestone in my personal development as it invites you to change and to improve your approach to life.
With its vast array of Yoga-related subjects, this course provides you with a set of tools to make use of in your daily life to help you grow, to find your balance, to establish better relationships with whoever comes into your life and to build a solid relationship with your inner self.
The teachers are great!
Very competent and devoted and the girls attending the course with me were a real gift that I will forever treasure.
A big Thank you to the Yoga Loft team for this great adventure!
“I personally grew so much in those past two months." - Carina
I would absolutely recommend this training. I personally grew so much in those past two months.
Mentally as well as personally. I never thought about teaching a group – I did this training more for myself and my yogic growth.
But looking into the faces of the group after teaching is priceless and I really enjoyed it.
It was also a great experience to meet like-minded people to share experiences and get new inspirations.
If you’re passionate about Yoga, eager to deepen your knowledge, and ready to share your love for the practice, you’re more than ready to take the first step toward becoming a teacher.
In this programme, you’ll gain essential skills to teach with confidence.
You’ll master the fundamentals of each asana, learn how to offer safe adjustments and modifications, and develop effective cueing techniques for sequences.
You’ll also explore how to communicate with diverse audiences and anchor your own practice in ways that will inspire your teaching.
Don’t worry—this isn’t about mastering advanced arm balances or complex twists.
What matters is your dedication. If you’ve had six months to a year of committed Yoga practice, you’re ready to join the programme.
You’ll refine your practice and begin to view asanas through the lens of a teacher. While the training will introduce you to some challenging poses, that’s where the magic happens—Yoga and your body working together to help you grow.
We understand that life happens, so we require you to attend at least 80% of the training weekends and make an effort to catch up on missed content.
If you miss a weekend, you’ll have access to key materials and the chance to book paid catch-up sessions where needed. You can also join a future programme to revisit the missed subject and ensure you stay on track.
Your payment includes a €500 deposit, which is non-refundable.
Up to 30 days before the training: You can cancel your enrolment and receive a full refund or credit, minus the deposit.
Between 30 and 15 days before the training: You’re eligible for a 50% refund or credit.
Within 15 days of the training: Refunds or credits are not available.
If your plans change, you can transfer your enrolment to a future edition of the YTT programme (subject to availability and approval) at no additional cost—once.
You’ll graduate with a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification—a globally recognised credential that opens countless doors for your Yoga teaching journey.
With this certification, you can:
Teach Yoga worldwide, whether in studios, fitness centres, corporate settings, or privately.
Offer classes online or in person, expanding your opportunities to reach more students.
Access insurance easily, giving you the confidence to teach with peace of mind.
This certification equips you to confidently share your practice in diverse settings, wherever your path takes you.
You should plan to dedicate 4-6 hours each week to coursework, including watching supporting videos and completing required reading.
Regular Yoga practice is essential throughout the programme, and you’ll also need to complete 60 hours of in-studio practice to fully immerse yourself in the learning experience.
The 200-hour programme at The Yoga Loft and Academy provides you with comprehensive training to design and deliver Yoga classes that meet the unique needs of your students.
You’ll develop a deep understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and traditional Yoga practices, giving you the tools to personalise your teaching with confidence.
No matter your Yoga background, this training will deepen your understanding of asana and body mechanics, helping you refine your practice and integrate these insights into your teaching.
The course focuses on Hatha Yoga, complemented by breathwork and restorative practices, ensuring a well-rounded approach to your learning.
All our training takes place in our spacious and well equipped studio. It is a modern studio with a spacious room with lots of light and a welcoming feel. Located just off Avenue Louise on Chaussée de Vleurgat, Brussels.
Fully Equipped
Fast Internet Access
Unlimited Yoga Tea Included!
The Yoga Academy is a trading name of the;
Loft Group SRL.
Place du Tomberg 18
B-1200
Belgium
VAT: BE0838112959