Understanding yin yoga to practice & teach
Yin yoga teacher training – 40 hours
Gather in a beautiful setting for deep rest and advance your yoga practice to share the benefits of Yin Yoga with your students.
Time to embrace the stillness to just be
Gain 40 hours of Yoga Alliance educational development, internationally recognised at advanced level
The 40-hour Yin yoga teacher training offers a deeper immersion into yoga philosophy, providing space for extended asana practice and meditation.
You love Yin Yoga and feel ready to share the practice with others
Whether you are comfortable in those long holds, or still wondering why you keep coming back despite your frustration, you’re ready to add Yin Yoga to your teaching tool kit.
Learn how to teach safe and appropriate Yin Yoga by studying functional anatomy, fascia, the energetic body, traditional chinese medicine, the nervous system, and how we hold trauma.
It has exceeded all my expectations. Gem is an inspiring teacher and the course content ticked all the boxes.”
– Venita, 40 hour yin yoga teacher training
“I absolutely loved every moment of the 4-day Yin course
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Course curriculum
- History of Yin Yoga
- Deepen your own personal Yin practice
- Meditation and Pranayama
- Learn the fundamental Yin postures
- The use of props and modifications
- Yoga philosophy
- The body’s energetical chakra system and its relationship to our physical, emotional and mental bodies
- Lesson planning safe, appropriate and effective classes
- Introduction to traditional Chinese medicine philosophy
- Understanding the body’s fascia system
- Restorative poses, mindfulness and relaxation
- Stress and the nervous system
- Functional anatomy
- Guidance for Yin practice and teaching
4-days
12 students
Buckland Abbey, Devon
Next 40-hour yin yoga teacher training course: to be confirmed
the day to day
We start each day with a practice including meditation, pranayama and yin asanas. During the day we cover the physical and energetic body, open the door to traditional chinese medicine and learn how to teach yin asana safety. We then finish the day with further practice and inner reflection.
“Very well delivered content, structure and the pacing of the course was perfect.
Gemma is an excellent teacher. Caring and considerate. I learnt so much on this course and would recommend anyone thinking of taking a course offered by Gemma to absolutely take the leap!”
- Stephanie, 40 hour yin yoga teacher training
time for you, time for rest
Yoga trainer, mentor & soulful space holder
Hi, I’m Gem!
My journey with yoga began 24 years ago, and it’s been an unfolding path of deep self-inquiry, healing, and coming home to myself. From my first class at sixteen to teaching internationally, holding retreats, and mentoring yoga teachers—I’ve learnt that stillness often holds the greatest wisdom.
Yin yoga, in particular, has been a powerful part of my own healing. It’s taught me to listen more deeply, soften into stillness, and embrace the wisdom that comes when we simply allow.
As a teacher and mentor, I’m here to help you trust your own inner guidance, honour your energy, and create a practice—and a life—that feels deeply aligned. My approach blends tradition with intuition, and heart with knowledge, to support you on your unique path as a yoga teacher and space holder.
Hey, I'm Gem!
Her teaching style is simply one of the best yoga teaching programmes that I have come across! The information and additional learning tools has made me feel very confident to go and teach straight after.”
– Jan, 40 hour yin yoga teacher training
“Gem is a very nurturing and beautiful soul inside and out!
This Yin Yoga teacher training was created for women like you
Sensitive, soulful seekers ready to go deeper. In a world that constantly asks us to speed up and strive, Yin invites us to slow down, listen, and soften into the truth of who we are.
This training goes beyond postures and into the heart of presence. You’ll reconnect with your inner wisdom, expand your capacity to hold space for others, and honour your own cycles of rest, reflection, and rebirth.
Let this be your invitation to pause, receive, and realign with the essence of your practice—and your purpose.
Frequently asked questions
How soon after my 200hr yoga teacher training can I do my 40-hour yin yoga teacher training?
Your 200-hour yoga teacher training is the foundation of your teaching journey. From there the real yoga teaching journey begins. You can do your 40hr yin yoga teacher training straight after you qualify, or later when you feel ready to advance your training.
Will I have to travel for the program?
All 40 hour yin yoga teacher training courses take place in Devon at one of my hand-selected studios, nestled in nature on the South West Coast of England. This immersive environment ensures you can fully step away from daily distractions and commit to your journey.
Being in person means I can guide you through your form and technique to deepen your practice.
All upcoming Yoga Teacher Training courses will take place in Devon & Cornwall.
I understand that this may require you to travel and arrange short-term accommodation. I’d be happy to assist with this if needed. Just email me at admin@gemyoga.co.uk and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
What are the costs?
The 40hr yin yoga teacher training costs £595. Instalment plans available.
Refreshments are provided and use of the kitchen. Lunch and accommodation is not included in the price.
Who really personalises her training and explains things incredibly clearly. I learned so much more than Yin yoga.”
- Sam, 40 hour yin yoga teacher training
“Gemma is truly inspirational, a great teacher
Continuing your business journey
Looking to grow your business following your 40 hour yin yoga training? Whether you’re developing your teaching skills or expanding your offerings, I’m here to guide and support you.
