Yoga for the Embodied Teacher

108-Hour Immersive Yoga Teacher Training with Alice Gray + Dina GhandouR

advanced, authentic, rooted 

Dubai @ Heal Hub | 3 x Modules November 2026 – Feb 2027

Yoga classes don’t need more perfection, poses or playlists, they simply need more of you. 

In a rapidly changing world, communities are seeking yoga teachers who are equipped not only to guide movement, but to hold space with depth, discernment, and care.

Many practitioners we speak to express a desire for more understanding of the body, more meaningful ways to create impact, and ultimately more ways to share the teachings of yoga with authenticity and integrity.  

This is what Yoga for the Embodied Teacher is about - a yoga training for those who are curious, reflective, and willing to engage with yoga as both a personal and professional practice and also a living, evolving tradition. 

Together, we'll explore embodiment and anatomy, philosophy in practice, voice and leadership, assists and touch, nervous system, community building, and the realities of creating a sustainable career in yoga.

Through this work, confidence emerges not from performance, but from a deeper connection to the teachings, the body, and one’s own lived experience.

WHO THIS IS FOR

• This immersion is for yoga teachers and experienced practitioners who feel they’ve outgrown where they are in their practice or teaching, but aren’t yet clear on what comes next.

• For those ready to move beyond what they were taught, and make more informed, embodied, intentional choices in how they teach.

• For teachers who want confidence in the room, not from more cues or sequences, but from a deeper understanding of what they’re doing and why.

• For teachers who want their classes to feel less formulaic and more responsive, considered - to the bodies in the room, to the time we’re in - and reflective of their own voice.

• For those perhaps feeling a quiet disconnect from the current yoga landscape, and wanting something more grounded, thoughtful, and real.

• For teachers wanting to reconnect with why they started, and rebuild a practice and teaching life that feels sustainable.

• For teachers currently at a threshold in time in yoga - knowing that both they and the community they serve want and need more. 

• And for those craving genuine community with other teachers who are asking deeper questions, not competing for answers.
  

what we will explore

ONE: EMBODIMENT

Teaching yoga starts with living yoga. Throughout the immersion we'll explore practices that cultivate greater self-awareness, presence, and connection to the body:

• Embodied movement and anatomy
  Rethinking anatomy through lived experience, sensation, and intelligent movement rather than shapes and alignment cues

• Nervous system + what it truly means to be ‘regulated’
  Moving beyond buzzwords: understanding the nervous system in a way that actually changes how you teach, sequence, and hold space

• Breath awareness and pranayama
  Breath as a teaching tool: how to weave pranayama into classes in a way that is accessible, grounded, and genuinely impactful

• Cyclical wisdom and the importance of rest and recovery
  Why rest is not passive: working with rhythm, cycles, and recovery as essential parts of practice and teaching (not an afterthought)

• Developing voice, language, and authentic communication
  Finding your voice as a teacher: moving beyond cues and scripts into language that is clear, embodied, and actually yours

• Values-led teaching
  Teaching from what you actually believe in: how to build classes, themes, and a teaching style that reflects your values, not trends or templates

TWO: TEACHING METHODOLOGY

Move beyond inherited templates and discover how to teach with greater clarity, intention, and creativity.

• Creative sequencing
  Moving beyond formula: how to build intelligent, creative classes that feel alive rather than templated

• Sequencing beyond the peak pose model
  Rethinking how we structure classes when the peak pose is no longer the point, but the experience is

• Working with intention and theme
  How to create classes with real coherence and meaning, without forcing themes or relying on cliché intention setting

• Developing meaningful dharma talks
  Finding something worth saying: how to speak to a room in a way that feels grounded, relevant, and genuinely human

• The art and purpose of assists
  Hands-on assists as communication, not correction: when touch supports, when it doesn’t, and why intention matters more than technique

• Teaching diverse bodies and experiences
  Teaching the people in front of you, not the body in your head: adapting language, choice, and approach for real human variation

THREE: YOGA IN CONTEXT

Yoga does not exist in isolation. Together we'll explore some of the broader questions surrounding modern yoga and our role as teachers within it.

Topics include:

• Decolonising yoga
  Unpacking the history and power structures of modern yoga, and what it means to teach in a way that is aware, respectful, and informed

• Cultural appropriation vs appreciation
  Moving beyond simplified debates into a more honest, grounded understanding of lineage, context, and responsibility as a teacher

• Yoga as a personal and collective practice
  Exploring yoga beyond the individual mat practice: how it shapes, and is shaped by, community, culture, and shared experience

• Community building and collaboration
  Rethinking the yoga industry model: moving from competition to collaboration, and learning how to build genuine, supportive teaching communities

FOUR: BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE CAREER

Teaching yoga is both a way of life and for many of us a profession. We'll explore practical tools for creating work that is meaningful, sustainable, and aligned with your values.

Topics include:

• Clarifying what you stand for
  Getting clear on your voice as a teacher: what you actually believe in, and how that translates into the way you teach and show up

• Marketing with integrity
  How to share your work without disconnecting from your values

• Building community
  Creating real connection in your teaching spaces: moving beyond attendance to genuine relationship, trust, and continuity

• Energetics of money and pricing
  Exploring money, pricing, and exchange in a way that is practical, honest, and less emotionally loaded.

• Creating multiple income streams
  Building a sustainable teaching career that isn’t dependent on one class format, one studio, or one identity as a teacher

ABOUT YOURS TEACHERS

OUR APPROACH

This immersion is designed to be lived, not simply studied. Throughout the programme you'll be invited into daily yoga practices, reflection, discussion, movement, and self-inquiry.

Expect:

• Movement practices and daily sadhana

• Thorough subject related workshops

• Personal exploration

• Group discussion

• Teaching practice

• Community connection

FORMAT

We believe that teaching develops not simply through knowledge, but through experience, integration, and time.

Module 1 (5 days): November 11–15, 2026, 9:00am–4:00pm

Module 2 (4 days): January 7-10, 2027, 9.00am-4.00pm

Module 3 (4days): February 11-14, 2027, 9.00am-4.00pm

+ 1 x two hour online check-in and workshop Thursday December 10th 7pm

+ non-contact reading, self-study, small reflective assignments between modules.

Location: Heal Hub, Umm Suqeim, Dubai

INVESTMENT

COMMUNITY RATE - 9,500 AED - For those who would benefit from greater accessibility.

STANDARD RATE - 12,500 AED - The true cost of the immersion and the value of the creation of this experience by two seasoned teachers. 

SUPPORTER RATE - 15,500 AED -For those who are able to contribute towards making community places possible.

A two or three-part payment plan is available, just ask.

PRE-REQUISITES

Applicants should:

• Have an established yoga practice (minimum of two years) and/or teaching practice

• Be open to self-inquiry and active participation

• Attend a minimum of 6 classes combined with Alice and/or Dina prior to the immersion (can be both in person and online)

Further details will be provided during the application process.

This Training Is For Those Who...

• Want to teach from experience, not performance.

• Want to understand bodies beyond alignment cues.

• Want to engage with yoga thoughtfully and critically.

• Want to build classes that feel alive, relevant, and deeply human.

• Want to contribute to the yoga world in ways that are meaningful.

• Want to remember why they fell in love with yoga in the first place.

FAQs

Is this training only for yoga teachers? 

No, we’re delighted to also welcome seasoned and dedicated students to attend and share in the immersion. 

Is there an online option? 

Unfortunately not. This is a training held in Dubai, and must be attended in-person. 

What if I miss a session / sessions?

While we encourage you to attend all the sessions and modules to make the most out of your training, if you are unable to attend a session you must alert Dina or Alice ahead of time. Only in these cases will sessions be audio-recorded and shared with you. Not all sessions will be automatically recorded, but will be done on a case by case basis. 

Is there a scholarship option available?

We do not have full scholarship options however we are offering a community rate for those who need additional accessibility. If you need a more flexible payment option, please get in touch with us directly and we’d be happy to find ways to support you. 

Do I need to be advanced? 

Not at all. This training isn't about how advanced your practice looks or what postures you can do. It's about curiosity, a willingness to question, and a desire to become a more thoughtful, informed and embodied teacher. Whether you've been teaching for years or are simply passionate about understanding the body more deeply, you'll be warmly welcomed.

Is the course Yoga Alliance accredited?

No the course is not accredited with yoga alliance. There is no compulsory regulatory body in yoga that approves and accredits courses or trainings. We recommend that with any course you prioritise experience of the facilitator and the content on offer and its quality.

MORE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAMME? GET IN TOUCH @WELLNESSWITHDINA @ALICEGYOGA OR VIA THE FORM BELOW

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Booking Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Yoga for the Embodied Teacher Training. We are delighted that you are considering joining us on this journey. These Booking Terms & Conditions are intended to ensure clarity, fairness and a positive experience for everyone involved. By booking your place on the training, you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to the following terms.

1. Booking & Payment

Your place on the training is confirmed once your application has been accepted and your deposit or full payment has been received.

If you have agreed to pay by instalments, all payments must be made on the agreed dates. Failure to keep up with your payment schedule may result in your participation being suspended until your account is brought up to date.

2. Commitment to the Training

This training is designed as a complete learning journey, with each module building on the previous one. To ensure the integrity of the programme and meet certification requirements, participants are expected to attend all scheduled sessions.

All participants must complete 100% of the required training hours, including both in-person and online sessions where applicable.

If you are unable to attend an in-person training day for any reason:

• You remain responsible for completing the learning covered during your absence.

• Any missed in-person or practical hours must be made up independently in your own time using the resources, recordings or guidance provided where available.

• Where additional mentoring, supervision or assessment is required to support missed content, this may incur an additional fee.

• Missed in-person sessions cannot be guaranteed to be repeated.

Failure to complete all required hours may result in certification being delayed or withheld until all programme requirements have been met.

3. Refund & Cancellation Policy

Please consider your commitment carefully before booking, as places on the training are limited and reserved specifically for each participant.

All deposits, course fees and instalment payments are non-refundable.

If you choose to withdraw from the training for any reason—including illness, injury, work commitments, travel disruption, family circumstances, financial circumstances or a change of mind—no refund, credit or transfer will be provided.

If you are paying by instalments, you remain responsible for paying the full course fee, even if you choose not to complete the training.

Refunds will only be provided where required by applicable law.

4. Non-Transferable Bookings

Your place on the Yoga for the Embodied Teacher Training is reserved exclusively for you.

Bookings, deposits, payments and training places are strictly non-transferable and cannot be transferred to another person, another course or a future training date.

5. Early Departure

If you choose to leave the training before it has been completed, or if your participation ends before completion of the programme for any reason, you will not be entitled to a refund, credit or transfer of any fees paid.

If a participant is asked to leave the training because of a serious breach of these Terms & Conditions, or behaviour that compromises the safety, wellbeing or learning experience of others, no refund, credit or transfer will be offered.

6. Circumstances Beyond Our Control

We will always do our very best to deliver the training as advertised. However, there may be exceptional circumstances outside our reasonable control that make this impossible.

These circumstances may include, but are not limited to:

• Natural disasters or extreme weather

• Fire or flood

• Pandemic or epidemic

• War, armed conflict or civil unrest

• Terrorist threats or acts of terrorism

• Industrial action

• Venue closure

• Failure of essential utilities or services

• Any other event beyond our reasonable control

Should any of these circumstances arise, we reserve the right to postpone, reschedule, relocate or adapt the training, including delivering part of the programme online where appropriate.

Where the training cannot proceed as originally planned due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, refunds will not be available. Any payments made will instead be transferred to the rescheduled training dates or any alternative arrangements offered by the organisers.

7. Changes to the Programme

We reserve the right to make reasonable changes to the timetable, venue, teaching team, guest teachers or course content where necessary, while maintaining the overall quality and learning outcomes of the programme.

8. Participant Responsibilities

Participants are responsible for:

• Attending all sessions punctually and fully participating in the programme.

• Completing any required reading, home study, assignments or practice between modules.

• Taking responsibility for their own physical, emotional and mental wellbeing throughout the training.

• Informing the organisers of any injuries, health conditions or circumstances that may affect their participation.

Yoga practice is undertaken at your own discretion and participants are encouraged to work within their own abilities at all times.

9. Respectful Learning Environment

We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and respectful learning environment for everyone.

Participants are expected to treat fellow trainees, teachers, assistants, venues and equipment with respect throughout the programme.

We reserve the right to remove a participant from the training without refund if their behaviour is repeatedly disruptive, abusive, discriminatory, threatening or compromises the safety or wellbeing of others.

10. Course Materials & Intellectual Property

All course manuals, handouts, recordings, presentations, teaching materials and other resources remain the intellectual property of the course creators.

These materials are provided solely for your personal learning and development and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, recorded, shared, taught or used commercially without prior written permission from the organisers.

11. Photography & Recording

Participants may not audio or video record teaching sessions without prior consent from the organisers.

Photographs may occasionally be taken during the training for marketing or promotional purposes. If you would prefer not to appear in photographs, please let us know before the training begins and we will always respect your wishes.

12. Acceptance of These Terms

By booking your place on the Yoga for the Embodied Teacher Training, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to these Booking Terms & Conditions.

These terms are intended to support a professional, committed and enjoyable learning environment for everyone taking part. We look forward to sharing this journey with you.