Paul’s approach to Yoga teaching and training is gratefully inspired by a long personal study with his teacher TKV Desikachar from 1976 and the many one to one lessons at his teacher’s home in South India over 22 years.
The outcome of this sustained immersion in the teachings ofŚrī T Krishnamacharya is expressed through interlinked and developmental Yoga practice, personal study and professional training programmes with:
Primary Study and Practice Support choices covering the Application (viniyoga) of all facets of Yoga Practice; the Principles of Haṭha Energetics and the Psychology of the Yoga Sūtra through the:
Introductory and Foundation viniyoga of Āsana Prāṇāyāma Mudrā & Dhyāna Study & Yoga Practice
Further Study and Practice Support choices including Sound, Mantra & Yoga Chanting; the Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gītā and Āyurveda Therapeutics through the:
Introductory and Foundation Āyurveda Lifestyle Study & Yoga Practice
Professional Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Training choices including 3 year Practitioner Programmes; 2 year Postgraduate Programmes and CPD Workshops through the:
The work of cYs in the field of Yoga Training has been recognised in both the UK and Europe by the:
BWY – Yoga Teacher Training UK Accreditation status awarded 1993
UEFNY – Yoga Teacher Training European Accreditation awarded 2003
BWY – Yoga Therapy Further Studies UK Accreditation awarded 2006
CNHC – Direct Verifier Yoga Therapy Training Diploma status 2009
cYs Introductory Weekend Workshop Study & Practice Series
The Introductory viniyoga of Yoga Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Tool – The Art of viniyoga for developing Personal Practice. Initiated in 1996 the IYS Programme is focused on personal development and introducing the Yoga student or teacher to the core teachings and practices in the Art of viniyoga of Yoga approach for developing Personal Practice.
We will explore how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to be introduced to a weekend of Yoga practice and study. Complete in itself it offers a sound foundation in the viniyoga of Yoga, as well as a base which can be continued and developed through the Yoga Study Foundation Workshops. View more details
The Introductory Haṭha Energetics Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Practice – The Place and Purpose of Prāṇa Agni Nādī and Cakra. Initiated for 2011 the IHS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from the major Haṭha Yoga texts and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the core principles of Haṭha Yoga. These fundamental aspects can also be further developed through the four Foundation Haṭha Study weekend workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the concepts and practices which underpin Haṭha Yoga. View more details
The Introductory Sūtra Psychology Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a View – The Path and Goal of Yoga in Patañjali’s Sūtra. Initiated for 2011 the ISS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from the Yoga Sūtra and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra, each of which can also be further developed through the four Foundation weekend Yoga workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the Yoga Sūtra of Patāñjali. View more details
Introductory Sound and Yoga Chanting Study Programme in Bristol
The Art of Sound and Yoga Chanting Programme. Initiated in 1999 the Introductory Sound and Yoga Chanting Workshop offers a two day intensive of Sound and Yoga Chanting practice and study where the basic principles and practices of learning and teaching Chanting are explored and experienced. The core principles in Sound and Yoga Chanting are introduced as well as providing training options for teachers who wish to teach this in group classes.
They are offered for Yoga teachers, trainee teachers and interested students who wish to study for personal development and/or for professional teaching skills. They are open to all Yoga students and teachers interested in experiencing the meditative power and learning support of the spiritual and psychological teachings from India. View more details
The Introductory Gītā Philosophy Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga and the Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gītā. Initiated for 2013 the IGS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from the Bhagavad Gītā and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gītā, each of which can also be further developed through the four Foundation weekend Gītā workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the Bhagavad Gītā. View more details
The Introductory Āyurveda Study Programme in Bristol
The Therapeutics of Āyurveda - Āyurveda Lifestyle and Yoga Practice. Initiated in 2011 the IAS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from Āyurveda and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching. It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the core principles of Āyurveda and how they relate to the teachings and practices of Yoga. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to Āyurveda. View more details
cYs Foundation Weekend Workshops Study & Practice Series
The Foundation viniyoga of Yoga Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Tool – The Art of viniyoga for developing Personal Practice. Initiated in 1990 the FYS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Yoga Study Course, wish to explore further the teachings in the viniyoga of Yoga approach and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga Teaching.
Even though the Yoga teachings and techniques developed in the Foundation Course can enhance any Yoga Teachers professional skills there is no requirement to teach or to intend to teach Yoga. This is not the role of the Foundation course, although it is a pre-requisite for those interested in training professionally. View more details
The Foundation Haṭha Energetics Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Practice – The Place and Purpose of Prāṇa Agni Nādī and Cakra. Initiated for 2013 the FHS Programme is intended for those Yoga students who wish to explore the primary principles and teachings from the primary Haṭha Yoga texts and teachings and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching. It is offered as an in-depth development for those students who have completed an Introductory Haṭha Study course which lays down an understanding of the core principles which underpin Haṭha Yoga.
Each weekend offers a in-depth overview of each of four ancient or contemporary texts and teachings on Haṭha Yoga. Each weekend will explore the primary tools, developmental practices and practice goals within each of these four texts whilst also revealing the sources which underpin or influence them through adding commentaries and related links from associated texts. View more details
The Foundation Sūtra Psychology Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a View – The Path and Goal of Yoga in Patañjali’s Sūtra. Initiated for 2012 the FSS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Yoga Sūtra study course, wish to explore further the primary principles and teachings from the Yoga Sūtra and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
Each weekend offers a in-depth overview of each of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to each of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra of Patāñjali. View more details
The Foundation Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting Study Programme in Bristol
The Art of Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting Programme. Initiated in 2002 the FMS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Sound and Yoga Chanting study course, wish to explore further the primary principles and teachings on Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting and how they can inspire and guide our personal Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting practice and study, as well as our teaching work.
Each weekend offers in-depth practice of Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting which builds on the theory and practice principles taught within the Introductory Sound and Yoga Chant Workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth training in the Art of Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting. View more details
The Foundation Gītā Philosophy Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga and the Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gītā. Initiated for 2015 the FGS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Gītā study course, wish to explore further the primary principles and teachings from the Bhagavad Gītā and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
Each weekend develops an in-depth overview of each of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gītā. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to each of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gītā. View more details
Yoga Teacher and Therapy Practitioner, Postgraduate & CPD Programmes
The Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapy Practitioner Programme in Bristol
Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Practitioner Programme. Initiated in 1985 the YTTP offers three year Professional Yoga Teaching and Therapy Training through 500 contact hours over three years of non-residential weekend workshops. It offers an in-depth teacher and therapy training in Yoga Practice, Yoga Teaching, Yoga Psychology and Yoga Therapy.
They are available for those Yoga students who wish to develop the skills to teach, using this approach to Yoga. The Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Programme offers an in-depth teacher training in Yoga Practice, Teaching, Psychology and Therapy. The training will include both working with small groups and a special emphasis on one to one teaching and therapy for development, wellbeing or health recovery. View more details
The Further Studies Postgraduate Practitioner Programme in Bristol
Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Postgraduate Programme. Initiated in 1990 the FSP offers an approved and accredited two year Yoga Training Course for cYs Approved Yoga Teachers.
The focus of the Bristol based two year Further Studies Postgraduate Training Programme will be to offer an approved and accredited Yoga Postgraduate Practitioner Training Course for cYs Approved Yoga Teachers who wish to add Postgraduate Professional skills to their existing Yoga Teaching qualification. View more details
The Yoga Continuing Professional Development Programme in Bristol
Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy CPD Programme. Initiated in 1989 the CPD programme presents a range of IST Yoga weekend workshops on Yoga topics selected to support Yoga teachers, trainee teachers and interested students Yoga skills.
Their focus is to either to enhance existing skills or to help explore new areas of Yoga expertise. They offer opportunities for BWY Accredited Yoga Teachers to participate in Continuing Professional Development Yoga Programmes through nationally approvable In-Service Yoga Training seminars View more details
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Welcome to the cYs Study and Training Programme
Paul’s approach to Yoga teaching and training is gratefully inspired by a long personal study with his teacher TKV Desikachar from 1976 and the many one to one lessons at his teacher’s home in South India over 22 years.
The outcome of this sustained immersion in the teachings of Śrī T Krishnamacharya is expressed through interlinked and developmental Yoga practice, personal study and professional training programmes with:
Primary Study and Practice Support choices covering the Application (viniyoga) of all facets of Yoga Practice; the Principles of Haṭha Energetics and the Psychology of the Yoga Sūtra through the:
Further Study and Practice Support choices including Sound, Mantra & Yoga Chanting; the Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gītā and Āyurveda Therapeutics through the:
Professional Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Training choices including 3 year Practitioner Programmes; 2 year Postgraduate Programmes and CPD Workshops through the:
The work of cYs in the field of Yoga Training has been recognised in both the UK and Europe by the:
cYs Introductory Weekend Workshop Study & Practice Series
The Introductory viniyoga of Yoga Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Tool – The Art of viniyoga for developing Personal Practice. Initiated in 1996 the IYS Programme is focused on personal development and introducing the Yoga student or teacher to the core teachings and practices in the Art of viniyoga of Yoga approach for developing Personal Practice.
We will explore how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to be introduced to a weekend of Yoga practice and study. Complete in itself it offers a sound foundation in the viniyoga of Yoga, as well as a base which can be continued and developed through the Yoga Study Foundation Workshops.
View more details
The Introductory Haṭha Energetics Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Practice – The Place and Purpose of Prāṇa Agni Nādī and Cakra. Initiated for 2011 the IHS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from the major Haṭha Yoga texts and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the core principles of Haṭha Yoga. These fundamental aspects can also be further developed through the four Foundation Haṭha Study weekend workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the concepts and practices which underpin Haṭha Yoga.
View more details
The Introductory Sūtra Psychology Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a View – The Path and Goal of Yoga in Patañjali’s Sūtra. Initiated for 2011 the ISS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from the Yoga Sūtra and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra, each of which can also be further developed through the four Foundation weekend Yoga workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the Yoga Sūtra of Patāñjali.
View more details
Introductory Sound and Yoga Chanting Study Programme in Bristol
The Art of Sound and Yoga Chanting Programme. Initiated in 1999 the Introductory Sound and Yoga Chanting Workshop offers a two day intensive of Sound and Yoga Chanting practice and study where the basic principles and practices of learning and teaching Chanting are explored and experienced. The core principles in Sound and Yoga Chanting are introduced as well as providing training options for teachers who wish to teach this in group classes.
They are offered for Yoga teachers, trainee teachers and interested students who wish to study for personal development and/or for professional teaching skills. They are open to all Yoga students and teachers interested in experiencing the meditative power and learning support of the spiritual and psychological teachings from India.
View more details
The Introductory Gītā Philosophy Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga and the Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gītā. Initiated for 2013 the IGS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from the Bhagavad Gītā and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gītā, each of which can also be further developed through the four Foundation weekend Gītā workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the Bhagavad Gītā.
View more details
The Introductory Āyurveda Study Programme in Bristol
The Therapeutics of Āyurveda - Āyurveda Lifestyle and Yoga Practice. Initiated in 2011 the IAS Programme introduces the Yoga student or teacher to a weekend on the primary principles and teachings from Āyurveda and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching. It is complete in itself and offers a sound overview of the core principles of Āyurveda and how they relate to the teachings and practices of Yoga. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to Āyurveda.
View more details
cYs Foundation Weekend Workshops Study & Practice Series
The Foundation viniyoga of Yoga Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Tool – The Art of viniyoga for developing Personal Practice. Initiated in 1990 the FYS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Yoga Study Course, wish to explore further the teachings in the viniyoga of Yoga approach and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga Teaching.
Even though the Yoga teachings and techniques developed in the Foundation Course can enhance any Yoga Teachers professional skills there is no requirement to teach or to intend to teach Yoga. This is not the role of the Foundation course, although it is a pre-requisite for those interested in training professionally.
View more details
The Foundation Haṭha Energetics Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a Practice – The Place and Purpose of Prāṇa Agni Nādī and Cakra. Initiated for 2013 the FHS Programme is intended for those Yoga students who wish to explore the primary principles and teachings from the primary Haṭha Yoga texts and teachings and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching. It is offered as an in-depth development for those students who have completed an Introductory Haṭha Study course which lays down an understanding of the core principles which underpin Haṭha Yoga.
Each weekend offers a in-depth overview of each of four ancient or contemporary texts and teachings on Haṭha Yoga. Each weekend will explore the primary tools, developmental practices and practice goals within each of these four texts whilst also revealing the sources which underpin or influence them through adding commentaries and related links from associated texts.
View more details
The Foundation Sūtra Psychology Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga as a View – The Path and Goal of Yoga in Patañjali’s Sūtra. Initiated for 2012 the FSS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Yoga Sūtra study course, wish to explore further the primary principles and teachings from the Yoga Sūtra and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
Each weekend offers a in-depth overview of each of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to each of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra of Patāñjali.
View more details
The Foundation Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting Study Programme in Bristol
The Art of Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting Programme. Initiated in 2002 the FMS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Sound and Yoga Chanting study course, wish to explore further the primary principles and teachings on Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting and how they can inspire and guide our personal Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting practice and study, as well as our teaching work.
Each weekend offers in-depth practice of Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting which builds on the theory and practice principles taught within the Introductory Sound and Yoga Chant Workshops. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth training in the Art of Mantra, Veda and Yoga Chanting.
View more details
The Foundation Gītā Philosophy Study Programme in Bristol
Yoga and the Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gītā. Initiated for 2015 the FGS Programme is intended for those Yoga students or teachers who, having completed an Introductory Gītā study course, wish to explore further the primary principles and teachings from the Bhagavad Gītā and how they inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study, as well as our Yoga teaching.
Each weekend develops an in-depth overview of each of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gītā. It is an opportunity for a Yoga student or teacher from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to each of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gītā.
View more details
Yoga Teacher and Therapy Practitioner, Postgraduate & CPD Programmes
The Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapy Practitioner Programme in Bristol
Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Practitioner Programme. Initiated in 1985 the YTTP offers three year Professional Yoga Teaching and Therapy Training through 500 contact hours over three years of non-residential weekend workshops. It offers an in-depth teacher and therapy training in Yoga Practice, Yoga Teaching, Yoga Psychology and Yoga Therapy.
They are available for those Yoga students who wish to develop the skills to teach, using this approach to Yoga. The Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Programme offers an in-depth teacher training in Yoga Practice, Teaching, Psychology and Therapy. The training will include both working with small groups and a special emphasis on one to one teaching and therapy for development, wellbeing or health recovery.
View more details
The Further Studies Postgraduate Practitioner Programme in Bristol
Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy Postgraduate Programme. Initiated in 1990 the FSP offers an approved and accredited two year Yoga Training Course for cYs Approved Yoga Teachers.
The focus of the Bristol based two year Further Studies Postgraduate Training Programme will be to offer an approved and accredited Yoga Postgraduate Practitioner Training Course for cYs Approved Yoga Teachers who wish to add Postgraduate Professional skills to their existing Yoga Teaching qualification.
View more details
The Yoga Continuing Professional Development Programme in Bristol
Yoga Teaching and Yoga Therapy CPD Programme. Initiated in 1989 the CPD programme presents a range of IST Yoga weekend workshops on Yoga topics selected to support Yoga teachers, trainee teachers and interested students Yoga skills.
Their focus is to either to enhance existing skills or to help explore new areas of Yoga expertise. They offer opportunities for BWY Accredited Yoga Teachers to participate in Continuing Professional Development Yoga Programmes through nationally approvable In-Service Yoga Training seminars
View more details