Empowered Yoga School

An ancient practice with a modern purpose

At Empowered Yoga School, our 200-hour Vinyasa Teacher Training is more than a certification; it’s an awakening of confidence, clarity, and purpose.

Guided by accredited mentors, you’ll cultivate a deep understanding of movement, philosophy, and self-awareness, emerging not only as a certified teacher but as a grounded, empowered, and authentic voice in the world of yoga.

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The art of teaching yoga

Teaching is, in essence, about practical leadership. True leadership in yoga begins within: through empathy, self-awareness, and the courage to guide others from a place of lived experience. At Empowered Yoga School, you’ll learn to lead not by authority, but through presence.

Our curriculum is built upon the acceptance that each student arrives with a unique story and approach. We aim to cultivate the confidence within you to hold space with compassion and to understand that being an effective teacher is ultimately about inspiring transformation in others.

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Your lead teachers in practice

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Empowered Yoga School is guided by Gemma Soul and Tom Wilson-Leonard, two teachers whose mentorship is grounded in compassion, integrity, and quiet confidence.

Drawing from years of experience and a deep respect for yoga’s lineage, they have thoughtfully designed a curriculum that unites tradition with contemporary understanding.

Rooted in strength and sensitivity, their approach creates a learning journey that empowers each student to embody yoga with clarity, confidence, and heartfelt purpose.

In addition, Empowered also collaborates with guest teachers to bring a diverse range of perspectives and methods that enrich your learning experience.

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what sets us apart

holistic curriculum


Our Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training goes far beyond the study of asanas. It’s an immersive journey into yoga philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, and the art of conscious teaching.

By integrating physical practice with intellectual and spiritual understanding, you’ll graduate as a grounded, knowledgeable, and authentic teacher.

personilised attention


With a class size limited to just 20 participants, every trainee receives meaningful, individualised guidance.

This intimate setting allows for genuine mentorship, open dialogue, and personal growth. This enables us to foster a learning environment that feels both supportive and deeply inspiring.

certificaton


Graduates receive a 200-hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training certification, accredited by Yoga Alliance; a globally recognised standard of excellence in yoga education. This certification not only equips you with the credentials to teach worldwide, but also affirms your deep understanding of yoga’s philosophy, anatomy, sequencing, and energetic principles.

Beyond the qualification itself, you’ll leave with the confidence, presence, and professional foundation to design transformative classes, lead workshops, and continue your journey as both a lifelong student and teacher of yoga.

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This is your next step:

If you feel called to deepen your practice and guide others on their own journey of self-discovery, this is your moment.

Apply today and join a growing community of qualified teachers becoming leaders in yoga, compassion, and intentional living.

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TESTIMONIALS

  • I’m deeply grateful for the transformative 200-hour yoga training at Empowered Yoga School. Their expert guidance, blending the physical and spiritual has left me feeling both physically and emotionally nourished. The curriculum was well-structured and I was always encouraged to be authentic to myself and embrace my unique style as a teacher. Gemma and Tom have a wealth of knowledge and experience behind them; their insightful wisdom continues to inspire me. Fast forward 3 years and I can’t imagine life without teaching yoga. Thank you Gemma and Tom for guiding me on this profound path of self-discovery!

    MAI IZUMITANI

  • I would highly recommend Empowered Yoga School. It was the perfect place to complete my 200hr Yoga Teacher Training and gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the practice. I also made great friends and connections in the yoga world, and gained confidence in my ability to share the transformative power of yoga along the way. Gemma [and Chris] is deeply knowledgeable on all elements of the practice and puts in a huge amount of care and thought into the structure of the training. I really enjoyed the variety of what we learnt, and noticed especially that Empowered cares a lot about delivering high quality teaching which has a clear appreciation and respect of the history and origin of the practice. I would encourage anyone considering embarking upon a YTT (even if the plan is to not necessarily teach after) to look no further than Empowered!

    Maeve Gillespie

  • I debated a LOT over signing up for YTT, but when I saw the course by Empowered Yoga my debate was over... having completed numerous classes with the two course leaders I knew they were the best in the industry, and signed up immediately. Whilst the course may have felt intense at times, it was only because it was packed with so much valuable information, practices and tools leave you feeling fully equipped to step into teaching when you finish (if you so want to). I signed up with the intention of simply developing my own practice, but when offered the opportunity to teach at a local studio straight after graduating, I jumped at the chance to put all my learnings into practice. Whether you simply want to advance your physical practice, teach the occasional class, or become a full time yoga instructor - Empowered Yoga will leave you 'empowered' (sorry!) to do all!

    HANNAH FULLER

  • Empowered Yoga was honestly one of the most complete Yoga Teacher Trainings I’ve done - covering subjects such as anatomy, sequencing, history and yoga philosophy. Also bringing in the most fabulous guest teachers. I finished my training feeling prepared to teach public classes and feeling confident in the knowledge I gathered during the course. Gemma and Tom are amazing and wholesome teachers and I couldn’t recommend them more. If I could do the course again, I definitely would!

    JEISON ROSENDO