200-hour Yoga Teacher Training

• London • Online • Ghana
• September–November 2027

A culturally rooted, community-led yoga teacher training for the global majority and allies.

The Pana 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is designed for those who want to deepen their relationship with yoga while contributing to more inclusive and culturally aware spaces in the wellness industry.

Led by an all Black and South Asian faculty, the programme combines in-person modules in London, online learning, and a final immersive training experience in Ghana.

Students explore yoga philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, and embodied practice, developing the confidence and skills to teach within a supportive, community-centred learning environment.

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What You’ll Learn

Across three London immersions and a 10-day immersive module in Ghana, you’ll explore:

  • Anatomy & physiology

  • Yoga philosophy & history

  • Teaching methodology & sequencing

  • Subtle body, pranayama, and nervous system education

  • Practice teaching & mentorship

  • Inclusive language, ethics, trauma awareness, & space holding

  • The business of yoga, sustainability and community

A more detailed breakdown of the curriculum, and the daily schedule will be available to download in March.

Training Format & Dates

Immersion 1

  • London→ 25th + 26th September 2027

Immersion 2

  • London→ 2 + 3 October 2027

  • Online → 10th October 2027

Immersion 3

  • London→ 15 + 16 + 17 October 2027

Immersion 4

  • London→ 29 + 30 + 31 October 2027

  • Online → 7 November 2027

Ghana Immersion & Graduation

  • 13–27 November 2027

You must be able to attend all dates to complete the training.

Meet The Lead Teachers

This training is shaped and delivered by two lead teachers - Dr Rebekah Jade and Rebecca Moore - who bring together deep study, lived experience and a shared commitment to inclusive, embodied yoga education.

They are joined by an incredible teaching faculty who will guide specialist modules throughout the programme. Their full bios are shared below.

  • Rebecca Moore is a wellness practitioner, author, and NAACP Award nominee whose work blends yoga, breathwork, meditation, and energy healing. Her approach is rooted in lived experience — from navigating burnout to finding resilience through embodied practices.

    Author of Radical Self-Care: Rituals for Inner Resilience, Rebecca’s work has been featured in Vogue, Financial Times, Stylist, and Condé Nast Traveller. She has guided transformative experiences across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

  • Rebekah is a medical doctor, yoga teacher (750+ hours) and Nike Trainer specialising in anatomy, breathwork and nervous system regulation. Her teaching is rooted in evidence-based practice, lived experience and a deep commitment to inclusive, culturally grounded wellbeing.


    She has led numerous sold-out retreats across Africa, taught elite athletes and created community spaces through Pana that centre mindfulness, movement and collective care.


    Rebekah brings a blend of science, embodiment and soul to every space she facilitates - supporting students to understand their bodies, trust their intuition and grow with confidence.

Meet the Faculty

  • Nikita Desai

    Philosophy, History of Yoga, Energetic Anatomy, Sanskrit

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  • Manoj Koeri

    Ayurveda, Mantra, Pranayama, Cultural Appropriation

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  • Eisha Smith

    Teaching Practice, Business, Mentor

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  • Luis Valentine

    Asana, Vocal Training

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  • Corrie Ananda

    Ethical Practice, Self-Development Ashtanga

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  • Aynk Vigneswaran

    Anatomy & Managing Injuries

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Ghana Immersion

  • Dates: 13th – 27th November 2027

    Location: Volta Region, Ghana (starting in Accra)

  • Meet Me There African Home Lodge

    Volta Region, Ghana

    Meet Me There African Home Lodge is a tranquil eco-retreat on Ghana’s Volta coast. Built with a blend of modern comfort and traditional design, the lodge offers unique rooms with open-air showers and views of the sea and lagoon.
    🌿 100% solar-powered
    🥗 Locally sourced food
    ♻️ 80% composting toilets


    All profits support the Dream Big Ghana NGO, funding local sanitation, education, and healthcare projects.

  • ✈️ What are the flight and travel arrangements?

    Flights from London to Accra are usually around £600 return (prices vary depending on when you book). Once you secure your spot, we’ll send you flight recommendations so planning feels simple and stress-free.

    Airport Transfers
    Will support with your arrival from the airport to the Accra guest house at your own cost. A group transfer from the Volta region to the airport in Accra at the end of the trip is provided.

    Transfers from Accra to the Volta:

    We provide a group pick-up and drop-off from Accra to the lodge at set times, included in your package. If you arrive outside of these times, we’ll help you arrange a private transfer (at your own cost).

  • Our retreat menu has been thoughtfully curated in collaboration with Chef Ike — a proudly African chef, born in Nigeria and raised in Ghana. His cooking philosophy, Afro-Avant-Garde, blends cultural roots, sustainability, and modern culinary techniques. When not creating unforgettable meals, Chef Ike can be found hosting pop-ups, private dinners, and teaching at SOCA in Accra.

    👉 Follow him on Instagram: @ikecooksfood_
    👉 Explore the sample menu here

    Meals are primarily vegetarian, with fresh local ingredients and Ghanaian flavours. Vegan options are also available.

    Because we’ll be based in a rural coastal area, food variety may be a little more limited than in a big city. If you have specific dietary requirements, please let us know in advance - our team and Chef Ike will always do their best to accommodate you.

Investment

Complete package + Standard Twin Room →‍ ‍£4,500

Complete package + Premium Twin Room →£4,800

Complete package + Standard Private Room → £5,700 [1 left]

What Included

  • We believe the training begins before the first immersion.

    In the months leading up to the course, trainees will receive:

    • A 5-class Pana class pack to use in London before the training begins

    • Access to selected community gatherings and in-person meetups

    • A dedicated Welcome Event (September) to meet your cohort and faculty

    • A curated pre-reading and study list to gently prepare you for the depth of the course

    • Ongoing email guidance and reminders to help you feel organised and ready

    Our intention is that you arrive at Immersion 1 already feeling connected — not like strangers in a room.

    • 200+ hours of Yoga Alliance education

    • The Pana YTT Manual - covering a thoughtful curriculum.

    • Teaching faculty of experienced Black and Brown educators, each leading within their area of expertise

  • he final immersion is not the end — it’s the beginning.

    After graduation, you’ll receive:

    • A 5-class Pana class pack to continue refining your practice

    • Four months of online integration workshops (once a month & recorded)

    • One 30-minute 1:1 mentoring session with Rebekah or Rebecca

    • Continued access to the Pana community and events

    • Private alumni WhatsApp group

    • Opportunity to assist at future Pana classes

    • Guest teaching opportunities at Pana events (where appropriate)

    • Alumni spotlight features

    We know that many teachers feel most unsure after graduating.
    Our commitment is to ensure you don’t leave the training feeling unsupported.

    This programme is designed as a community, not a transaction.

  • 1 night in Accra + 13 days of accommodation at an incredible lagoon/sea front venue in the coastal region of Ghana (room choice to be selected).

  • 3 meals per day, for the duration of the course, including filtered water at meal times, morning fresh juices and herbal teas.

  • Official certification with Yoga Alliance International on completion of the Pana Yoga Teacher Training

    • Flights to/from Ghana

    • Airport transfers on arrival (we will support you with this)

    • Travel insurance (required)

    • Spa treatments

    • Additional food & drinks

    • Staff tips

    • Accomdation & travel for London immersions

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Pre-requisites

This training is open to students from a range of backgrounds, and we welcome those joining for both personal deepening and professional development. While there are no formal entry requirements, we do ask that all trainees come prepared to engage fully with the process.

Before applying, please ensure you meet the following:

    • A minimum of one year of consistent yoga practice (on average at least one class per week)

    • A good foundational understanding of vinyasa yoga, including familiarity with basic sequencing, common postures, and breath-led movement

    • Willingness and capacity to engage in a physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding group programme

    • Openness to self-reflection, feedback, and learning in community

    • A positive attitude, curiosity, and genuine desire to learn

  • Prior to the start of the training, all accepted students will be asked to:

    • Attend three vinyasa yoga classes with three different teachers

    • Attend three non-vinyasa classes (e.g. Yin, Iyengar, Kundalini, Restorative, Katonah, etc.)

    • Take brief notes on each class, reflecting on:

      • Teaching style and presence

      • Sequencing and pacing

      • Use of language and cueing

      • Music (or lack of it)

      • How the teacher entered the space and held the room

      • How your body and nervous system felt during and after practice

    These reflections are not assessed, but are designed to support your awareness as both a practitioner and an emerging teacher. You’ll be asked to bring these notes with you to the training.

    • There will be a small amount of pre-training reading and viewing shared ahead of the course

    • This is not about “getting it right”, but about arriving prepared and engaged

    As with all meaningful learning experiences, the depth of what you receive from this training will be shaped by what you’re willing to bring to it — attention, commitment, honesty, and care.

    If you’re unsure whether this training is right for you, we’re always happy to have a conversation before you apply.

FAQS

  • No. While this is a professional 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, many students join to deepen their personal practice, understanding, and relationship with yoga. Teaching is optional — embodiment, learning, and self-study are central.

  • Yes. You do not need to live in London to join the training. However, all participants must be able to attend 100% of the scheduled dates, including the London immersions, live online sessions, and the Ghana immersion.

    Please consider travel, time off work, and other commitments carefully before applying, as full attendance is essential to the integrity of the training and certification.

  • Yes. The Ghana immersion is a core part of the training and includes final practicum, integration, and graduation. It is an essential component of the programme.

  • Yes. We offer two partial scholarships per cohort for UK residents who are facing genuine financial hardship and would otherwise be unable to attend the training.

    The scholarship covers 50% of the Standard Twin room price, bringing the cost from £4,500 to £2,250. A £300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place, with the remaining balance paid via an agreed payment plan. Scholarship recipients are responsible for covering their own flights and travel insurance.

    This scholarship is not a discount - it is for people for whom financial hardship is a real barrier to attending. We ask that you only apply if this reflects your situation.

    How do I apply?

    Applications are made via our scholarship application form, linked HERE. Once we have received all applications, shortlisted applicants will be invited to a short Zoom interview with the Pana team before a final decision is made.

    What are the key dates?

    • Application deadline: 1st November 2026

    • Decisions communicated by: 1st December 2026

    What is included in the scholarship?

    The scholarship covers 50% of your Standard Twin room package (£2,250 instead of £4,500), which includes all tuition, accommodation at Meet Me There Lodge, meals during the Ghana immersion, group transfers, and full pre and post-training support — everything listed in the standard package.

    It does not cover flights to or from Ghana, travel insurance, accommodation for London immersions, or any other personal costs.

    Can I hold a place on the training while I wait for a scholarship decision?

    We are unable to hold places for scholarship applicants while decisions are pending. If you are able to participate using a standard payment plan, we recommend securing your place that way. If you are awarded a scholarship, any overpayment will be refunded.

    Review the scholarship terms and conditions here.

  • We ask for a minimum of one year of consistent yoga practice (around one class per week) and a good foundational understanding of vinyasa yoga. More details can be found in the prerequisites section above.

  • Graduates will receive a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate with Yoga Alliance International.

  • The training is primarily rooted in vinyasa yoga, with exposure to yin, restorative practices, pranayama, meditation, and subtle body work. We also explore yoga beyond asana, including philosophy, ethics, and nervous system education.

  • We intentionally keep numbers limited to ensure depth, connection, and meaningful mentorship throughout the programme. There will be a maximum of 14 students on the course.

  • Before booking, please read the terms and conditions linked here.