Irish Yoga Association (IYA)

Description

The Irish Yoga Association (IYA) was founded in 1978 by a group of Yoga practitioners who saw the need for trained Yoga teachers in Ireland. Kate Savino was the founding member and the first Secretary and Gary Westby was the first Chairman. The first Teacher Training Course took place in 1978-80. To date some 150 Yoga Teachers have qualified with the IYA. The syllabus includes Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Relaxation Techniques, Philosophy, Anatomy & Physiology, First Aid and Psychology. The Course is run on a part time basis over four years and results in a diploma which is highly recognised and sought after as a valid qualification by VEC's, as well as other institutions and organizations.
We are affiliated to the European Union of Yoga (EUY). As well as providing the opportunity for cross-European contacts and exchange of information, IYA qualifications are recognized throughout Europe and IYA diploma holders can teach in Europe! Contact us for more information! The IYA is also a recognized member of the Federation of Irish Complementary Therapy Associations (FICTA), an umbrella organization representing Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Associations.

Member benefits

Quarterly Newsletter with up-to-date information on yoga classes, seminars, weekends, holidays, workshops as well as interesting articles, posture sequences and meditations, book and tape reviews and lots more.
Discount on IYA run seminars.
Group Insurance Scheme (for IYA trained teachers only ).
Your classes and contact details listed free on our website (IYA teachers only)
We are the only association in Ireland who have earned full membership status of the EUY, which allows our teachers to teach in Europe.
You are part of a Network of highly trained, professional Yoga teachers.
Training to become a Tutor on our four year Teacher Training Course.
Reduced Rate to advertise in Newsletter.