You don’t just want to teach Yoga. You want to feel confident and show up with clarity. The MerryBody™ Online Yoga Teacher Training gives you the skills, structure and support to do exactly that. You’ll become a certified Yoga Teacher and reconnect with who you are along the way. Real practice. Real philosophy. Real teaching skills.
If you’re ready for real change, this is the training.
Lately you’ve found yourself wondering…
Why does Yoga make me feel so good? Why does Yoga shift something in my body and my heart? What’s really happening beneath the poses?
This training exists to answer those questions. Inside the MerryBody™ Online Yoga Teacher Training, you go beyond doing Yoga and start to actually understand it.
You’ll explore the practices: breath, meditation, philosophy, mindfulness and how they work together to create real change, on and off the mat.
Through guided reflection and self-inquiry, you’ll begin to notice your patterns, beliefs and habits… and how small shifts in awareness create big shifts in life.
Not only will you become a certified Yoga Teacher, you will uncover, discover and recover your magic. You’ll feel more aligned, more confident and more connected to your purpose.
You start this journey loving Yoga. You complete it knowing why it changes everything.
Are you ready to go there?
Your MerryBody Yoga Certification is approved by Yoga Alliance (RYT-200) which is recognised worldwide. Once you graduate, you can be rest assured that your qualification will allow you to teach and work in every corner of the world.
244 page Yoga Teacher Training manual
The perfect balance of recorded and live sessions
12 months access to the 200 Hour Program
Access to MerryBody certified teaching scripts
Support and guidance from expert trainers
The opportunity to teach inside the MerryBody App
Access to MerryBody certified sequences
Personal and professional development
The MerryBody Online Yoga Teacher Training Program combines 6 core modules that provide in-depth and engaging training. Whether you aspire to teach Yoga as a side hustle, build a full-time career in the industry, or you feel called to deepen your practice, our program will equip you with the skills and knowledge to flourish both personally and professionally.
You will delve into the rich history and philosophy of Yoga. You will gain a deep understanding of how it relates to your personal practice and how you can integrate these timeless ideas into your everyday life and teaching.
Focus on advancing your Yoga Asana, Pranayama and Meditation practice through a comprehensive exploration of 108 poses that are specific to the School of MerryBody Lineage. Deepen your understanding of alignment principles and learn modifications for each pose. Gain the skills to refine and elevate your practice with dedicated feedback and guidance.
Led by qualified expert teachers, gain a base foundation in the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Deepen your understanding of how Yoga affects the body’s various systems. This knowledge will enrich your practice and enhance your ability to teach Yoga with a holistic understanding of the body’s intricacies.
Dive deep into the concepts of the subtle body, including Chakras, Nadis, Koshas, Kleshas and Prana Vayus. Learn how to integrate these ancient practices into your personal Yoga practice and teaching. Additionally, gain an understanding of Mantra, Mudra and Ayurveda.
Graduate from the training program with the skills, knowledge and confidence to teach Yoga in both real-life and online settings. You will discover your own unique teaching style that sets you apart and makes you stand out from the crowd of instructors.
Gain valuable real-world knowledge and skills that will help you to establish your own successful Yoga teaching business and/or studio. You will learn about ethical considerations in the Yoga industry, including professional conduct, boundaries and integrity in teaching. Gain insights into the business aspects of being a Yoga teacher, including marketing, branding and financial management.
Our flexible Online Yoga Teacher Training Program allows you to learn at your own pace from the comfort of your own home. The course will be delivered 100% online over 16 weeks, with both pre-recorded and live sessions (which are recorded and available if you can’t make it live).
You will have access to a wealth of resources, including video lectures, written materials, practice exercises and ongoing support from our experienced instructors.
You will have the opportunity to connect with a supportive community of fellow trainees, who will provide encouragement and inspiration throughout your journey.
We can guarantee that this online training program will have you engaged and educated.
The thing is, immersive Yoga training where you have to leave life/work/kids/etc for 4 weeks is not ideal for everyone.
This training program allows you to continue on with life while gaining an internationally recognised qualification. This online program is hands on, where you will feel supported, connected and have the bliss-filled experience you’re looking for.
E-RYT 500 Hour, Co-Founder MerryBody, BA Comm (PR)
Pilates Teacher, Co-Founder MerryBody BA Comm (Adv)
Global Yoga Teacher, Transpersonal Counselor, Philosophy Lecturer
E-RYT 500 Hour, PT, Handstand Specialist
BHSc Naturopathy, Certified 200 Hour Yoga Teacher
BA Exercise Science, Master’s Degree Physiotherapy
E-RYT 500 Hour, Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), Ayurvedic Practitioner (AAPNA)
Over the 16 weeks, training, modules and classes will be unlocked. You’ll need to allocate around 12 hours each week to your training, however, you can take up to 12 months to complete the training program at your own pace.
Take a look at the schedule overview…
I joined the training to not only improve my own practice but to teach in my Mum's studio. I'm now certified and already teaching every week. MBTT impacted my life in so many ways. It taught me a lot about Yoga but also myself, it helped me connect to my soul and resonate deeper with my practice. The constant affirmation from Emma and Carla boosted my confidence and motivated me to complete the course. The kindness and support made the course less stressful and even more enjoyable than I expected. I enjoyed literally everything about the training. Every module and topic was interesting, and I found joy in every part of it. The flexible online training environment was perfect, allowing me to continue my education throughout my pregnancy and in the early months of my little bubba's life. The training was life-changing and if you're thinking of joining, it's the best thing you'll ever do!
MBTT Graduate
I started this training with the intention to learn to live with internal peace. To let go of judgement – of others and of myself. I wanted to learn how to release myself from comparison. Now that I have graduated, I believe that I am well on the way to maintaining this as often as possible. Plus, I'm now teaching classes within the corporate office I work at! I loved everything about MBTT, I loved that I could do it anytime, anywhere and at my own pace. And the feedback was always so positive and uplifting. Through the training I have learned to love myself more, be myself, and to be authentic. This has been a time where I thought I would just learn more about Yoga – the history and how to do the poses more effectively. But this has been so much more, and will continue to resonate through me and with me as I keep practicing and learning. I am so grateful to have found Carla, Emma and MerryBody. The work that they have put into the course, plus the time given to all of us who have now formed such a strong bond, is amazing. My life is so much better for what, and who, I now know.
MBTT Graduate
I love Yoga and everything about MerryBody. I thought, if I love yoga that much, why not become a teacher? Every module was valuable in its own right and provided me with a well-rounded knowledge of all that Yoga encompasses. Designing our own classes and then getting the feedback felt especially valuable. The course covered everything really well, offering a wealth of information. My biggest takeaway is the realisation that I can do it! Carla and Emma were so encouraging, and I loved how they shared their own real-life experiences as teachers. Seeing videos of their journey from the beginning to now made me feel like I can grow and become more experienced over time. Now I'm teaching every week at my local gym! I enjoyed everything about the training, especially the Sunday night live calls and the community page, which were both great and helpful. The flexible online training environment was perfect for me, and I would absolutely recommend it to others. Thank you, girls, for going above and beyond. You are amazing!
MBTT Graduate
I joined the training to not only improve my own practice but to teach in my Mum's studio. I'm now certified and already teaching every week. MBTT impacted my life in so many ways. It taught me a lot about Yoga but also myself, it helped me connect to my soul and resonate deeper with my practice. The constant affirmation from Emma and Carla boosted my confidence and motivated me to complete the course. The kindness and support made the course less stressful and even more enjoyable than I expected. I enjoyed literally everything about the training. Every module and topic was interesting, and I found joy in every part of it. The flexible online training environment was perfect, allowing me to continue my education throughout my pregnancy and in the early months of my little bubba's life. The training was life-changing and if you're thinking of joining, it's the best thing you'll ever do!
MBTT Graduate
I started this training with the intention to learn to live with internal peace. To let go of judgement – of others and of myself. I wanted to learn how to release myself from comparison. Now that I have graduated, I believe that I am well on the way to maintaining this as often as possible. Plus, I'm now teaching classes within the corporate office I work at! I loved everything about MBTT, I loved that I could do it anytime, anywhere and at my own pace. And the feedback was always so positive and uplifting. Through the training I have learned to love myself more, be myself, and to be authentic. This has been a time where I thought I would just learn more about Yoga – the history and how to do the poses more effectively. But this has been so much more, and will continue to resonate through me and with me as I keep practicing and learning. I am so grateful to have found Carla, Emma and MerryBody. The work that they have put into the course, plus the time given to all of us who have now formed such a strong bond, is amazing. My life is so much better for what, and who, I now know.
MBTT Graduate
I love Yoga and everything about MerryBody. I thought, if I love yoga that much, why not become a teacher? Every module was valuable in its own right and provided me with a well-rounded knowledge of all that Yoga encompasses. Designing our own classes and then getting the feedback felt especially valuable. The course covered everything really well, offering a wealth of information. My biggest takeaway is the realisation that I can do it! Carla and Emma were so encouraging, and I loved how they shared their own real-life experiences as teachers. Seeing videos of their journey from the beginning to now made me feel like I can grow and become more experienced over time. Now I'm teaching every week at my local gym! I enjoyed everything about the training, especially the Sunday night live calls and the community page, which were both great and helpful. The flexible online training environment was perfect for me, and I would absolutely recommend it to others. Thank you, girls, for going above and beyond. You are amazing!
MBTT Graduate
Cohort begins 23 August 2026. Places are limited.
This is not an online Yoga course where you sign up and we say see you later. Nope, not even close!
When you sign up, when you say YES to MerryBody Teacher Training we are officially on your team. You’ve got us, Carla, your Lead Teacher and Emma, your Program Convenor, as your official guides, support crew and biggest cheerleaders.
We’re an email away. A message away. If you ask questions, we’ll send you a personal video or note reply. It might be online, but we are available, we would say even more than an in-person program!
Teaching Yoga at your local Studio
Teaching Yoga in your Corporate Office
Opening Your own Yoga Studio
Teaching Yoga Online
An Advanced Yoga Practitioner
Running Yoga and Meditation Retreats
Travelling the world teaching Yoga
Loving your job!
Our Online Yoga Teacher Training Program is not just about gaining a certification.
Whether you aspire to become a Yoga teacher or want to deepen your practice and understanding of Yoga, our program will empower you to transform your life from the inside out.
As you deepen your Yoga practice and expand your teaching skills, you will cultivate essential qualities such as self-confidence, resilience, adaptability and mindfulness. These are all invaluable in both personal and professional settings.
Yes, you’ll become a certified Yoga teacher, but you’ll also experience a holistic journey of growth and transformation that will positively impact all areas of your life.
We have this very clear memory. We’d just started our side business, we were in our early 20s, it was a grey and cold Canberra morning, we were driving to our 9-5 government jobs. On the way to work, the same route we’d driven day after day… we felt this overwhelming sense of quiet dread.
It all led to this question…
“Isn’t there meant to be more to life?”
You see, we fell fast into that 9-5 motion of life. Wake up, work, go to the gym, make dinner, sleep, repeat. Count down to the weekend. Sunday night blues. In our limited spare time we did as much work as possible on our side business.
On paper, our jobs were amazing. The salary, job titles, security and superannuation were all great! But we didn’t care about the work we were doing so we didn’t feel a sense of fulfilment. We didn’t enjoy the work, therefore, we felt flat.
Soon after this conversation we discovered the philosophies of Joseph Campbell, we heard these words…
“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls.” Joseph Campbell
And that’s when we realised we’d found our bliss! It was themerrymakersisters.com (our side business!) That’s when we took the big step into the unknown. We quit those jobs and began to create our own path.
Now, after 12 years of business, many forks in the road, we’re here to help you follow YOUR bliss.
Are you ready to take the first step towards a more fulfilling and empowered life through Yoga?
Why? Because we’ve dedicated the last 13 years of our lives to the ins and outs of online content creation and business. Yes, we built the multiple 6 figure online business, but more importantly, we know what works and what doesn’t work when teaching online.
We know you’ve sat through zoom calls while also scrolling on Instagram. We know you’ve turned your video off and done the house chores during that webinar.
We promise you’ll want to show up 5 minutes early to the MerryBody live calls. You’ll have pages of notes written down after hearing from the stellar MerryBody Teaching Faculty. The online program will be like your new favourite Netflix series, you’ll be pressing next class, next class, next class.
This training program is unlike any other training program you’ve done. You’ll be excited to learn and look forward to every new lesson.
Take a read through our frequently asked questions.
Over 16 weeks, online content will be unlocked week by week. You’ll gain access to the School of MerryBody Platform before the program start day. This is where you’ll find all the MerryBody Teacher Program content, it’s super easy to use, you simply need an internet connection and a device.
If you choose to complete the course in 16 weeks you’ll spend around 12 hours each week immersed in the world of MerryBody (it’s a great place to be!).
The program material is rolled out over 16 weeks but you will have 12 months to complete it. You’ll have access to all recordings for the 12 month duration. During the 16 weeks the community will be high vibe and the live elements will help you stay motivated and accountable. It’s not just about getting a certificate, it’s about learning and having fun!
Don’t worry if you miss a live session! We recommend that you try to attend most but if you miss a couple this is absolutely fine! All live sessions will be recorded and uploaded to the School of MerryBody Platform so you can watch them when it suits you.
The MerryBody 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is certified with the Yoga Alliance (RYT-200). Once you have completed the program and received your MerryBody certificate, you can then submit this to the Yoga Alliance and register as a teacher with them. You’ll need to complete the MerryBody Teacher Training Program within 12 months to do so.
A 200 Hour Yoga Teacher training program means once you have completed the program, you would have studied for a total of 200 hours. This is a great first training program for new and emerging Yoga Teachers or those that wish to deepen their personal practice.
You’ll need a Yoga mat, a device (laptop, desktop or phone) and an internet connection. You’ll also need to source some required books as program reading material. Further details will be shared prior to the program start date, you will be able to purchase in eBook or hard copy form or borrow from the library.
Absolutely! Continue on with Yin Yoga Teacher training and your 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training pathway.
The program includes a range of required assessments. Including journal writing, online quizzes and video presentations. You’ll record your presentations using any camera you have access to, for example, your phone, a digital camera or your laptop/desktop computer. We will teach you how to upload these assessments to a shared folder.
Whether you want to teach or not, having an ‘advanced’ physical Yoga practice has nothing to do with how ‘good’ of a Yoga teacher you can be. In fact, one of our favourite Yoga teachers would simply sit cross legged at the front of the class and guide us through postures, with no demonstration. You will learn within the first 1-3 weeks of this program that Yoga goes far beyond the physical practice.
Firstly, well done! Secondly, every Yoga Teacher Training is different. Our difference is that at the core of everything we teach, is self-acceptance, self-compassion and joy. We also surveyed many people who had done previous Yoga Trainings and they would tell us how when they finished the program they didn’t actually know how to sequence classes or even teach! This is a big focus within our training, we want you to complete this training program with the confidence to create your own classes and actually teach them.
