The Society of Yoga Practitioners

The success of yoga does not lie in the ability to perform postures but in how it positively changes the way we live our life and our relationships.
– TKV Desikachar

Upcoming Training

BWYQ Level 4 Certificate in Teaching Yoga | Dorking, Surrey

Take Your Next Step into Yoga Teaching

October 2026 – April 2028

Discover the sweet spot of yoga teacher training. Our 300-hour, BWYQ-accredited qualification offers 180 high-value, in-person contact hours across 12 weekends—giving you far more depth than a standard 200-hour course, without requiring an immediate 500-hour commitment.

  • Experienced Tutors: Led by experienced TSYP teachers Michelle Tarling and Christina Jones.
  • Authentic Tradition: One of the few UK trainings grounded in the breath-centric tradition of T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar.
  • Accessible Location: Held at historic Pippbrook House in central Dorking, with easy London and South East transport links.
  • Mentorship Support: Guidance and support to connect you with an experienced TSYP mentor throughout your journey.
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    TSYP in the Community

    Recovery to Renewal through Yoga

    Empowered by yoga as a philosophy and the support of The Society of Yoga Practitioners, TSYP teacher Louise Sealy journeyed from recovery to renewal. For much of her life, Louise Sealy loved high-energy sports shared with her husband and children. But a serious skiing accident — combined with the challenges of menopause — forced her to slow down. It was…

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    TSYP Supporting the Community

    This year, as we celebrate our first anniversary as a charity, TSYP is sharing stories of our members’ commitment to community support. Meet Susan Dick, a dedicated yoga therapist and teacher from Oxshott. For years, Susan has been teaching weekly sessions at St. Raphael’s Hospice and leading a group class for women from Refugee Action, Kingston. After practising yoga for…

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