GGYC Live and On Demand Exeter Course Prospectus Foundation Diploma and Senior Yoga Teacher Training
Newly appointed GGYC Director for Ireland Steven Mullen May 2024
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Introduction to Yoga Teacher Training with Golden Glow Yoga College
Please check the website for the latest details. First Workshop Free. Thereafter please donate £18 10am – 1pm Three hours - Asana, Breath work, Yoga Nidra and Meditation and Student Q and A
If you're thinking of up-skilling your Yoga Teacher Training Foundation qualification ask us about 300hr Diploma (100 hr Top up course, or Training as a Senior Teacher with GGYC
Book to come along to a Online or live Meet and Greet Workshop at the Zed Shed Jubilee Wharf, Penryn Cornwall UK or Hotel Du Vin Exeter and meet Sri Radha www.goldenglowyoga.com or arrange a Call back Sri Radha is also available to meet by appointment at Hotel Du Vin Exeter Devon and The Royal Duchy Hotel in Falmouth Cornwall, where she is the Resident Summer Yoga
Join GGYC Director for Ireland and Studio owner Steven Mullen 500hr Senior Trainer for his exceptional Golden Glow Yoga College YTTC in Mayo Live 200hr/300hr TTC in Serenity Escape Studio see his own special mix of disciplines. www.serenityescape.ie
Ginni Gianni 500hr Senior Teacher and Munster Coordinator Waterford and Pabs -Paballo Moleli O'Sullivan Cork 500hr Senior Trainer
Eddie Leahy 500hr Senior Trainer Cork and National Coordinator
Maria Kirby 500hr Senior Trainer Cork
Sarah Daly and Angela Murphy 500hr Senior teachers Cork
Michelle McGuire and Antoine Curran 500hr Senior Tea Galway
Ruth Burrow Sligo and Rose Coyle Dublin 300hr Graduates Dec 2023
Who we are ....Our motto is Freedom to Choose !
Dear Yogi,
Created in 2006 we specialize in Yoga Teacher Training Programs, live, on targeted weekends for all levels. All our programs can be accessed on our Self Paced learning platforms as many sections are recorded. Foundation students must attend the majority of their training live, in person. Diploma and Seniors can choose a live or On Demand option. We also offer mid week month long intensive Trainings. Please find details of additional Retreats and Workshops online.
NOTE We believe Foundation 200hr students should have as much ‘in person’ training with Sri Radha or our Senior Trainers as possible. There is nothing like a live circle of people getting together, with intention and also having a bit of fun, to help you progress. However, in this modern era, with so many qualified Yoga Teachers on the planet, we decided to also focus on helping 200hr qualified teachers up-skill, using the On Demand support system. That means you can do either chose a live or virtual option, so you can your study at your own pace. It’s important to make it work for you and your lifestyle, so you may join us virtually, for extra mentoring , mid week workshops and class support as necessary. Book a call today or book a space in a Introductory Workshop or join us on a Retreat to take the first step toward a transformed world of yoga at Golden Glow Yoga College.
200hr Yoga Teacher Training- Yoga Foundation Courses
22 Days of Study - GGYC bring 18+years’ of experience of yoga training, and many walks of life, in both Ireland, the UK and India to the table. Our courses are rewarding and proven. Awarded Contemporary Yoga School of the Year for Ireland in 2018, by the Luxury Travel Guide, there have been five GGYC studios in Ireland. Three in Cork and two in Connaght. The Galway Wellness Studio in Galway city and the smaller Spiddal home-base closed in lock-down. You can now train in Serenity Escape in Co Mayo with SGGYC Senior trainer Steven Mullen.
Sri Radha Sharon, GGYC Founder, Lead Teacher and Director returned back to her Cornish roots to live, with a foot in both countries in 2021. You are invited to join her and the Senior trainers and students who attended recorded meetings.
Our Raw extended versions of our On Demand courses, largely uncut, recorded from Cornwall and Ireland and our later work is available in Microsoft Teams. or On Demand Courses and also for Resources for live trainees. Settle in, relax and enjoy in your own time.
300hr Diploma Courses take a minimum of 10 training days over one Term. It is recommended these days are completed over 6 months
500hr Experienced Teacher Courses take a minimum of 30 days of training. It is recommended these days are completed over 18 months.
• Why Golden Glow Yoga College ? GGYC is a Registered PRO Training School of YAP Yoga Alliance Professionals, its highest level and a Senior 500hr Training provider with Yoga Alliance International in India. Courses are designed to give you a diverse, practical and thorough foundation of study to enable you to become a first-class Hatha, Transformational and Vinyasa Flowyoga teacher. This qualification will be listed on your certificate. You will be qualified to teach classes to the public once you have graduated and can choose to register with YAP and/or YAI as you prefer. You will be listed at a GGYC graduate.Discussion and interaction build self confidence.
• You will benefit enormously from increasing your intuitive understanding, disciplined guidance, developing a committed, focused, yoga asana and breathing practice. You will be able to modify your practices to teach classes to others. You will experience a range of practices using various techniques from restorative programs and gentle hatha through to stronger vinyasa flow yoga. Sri Ma Transformational Yoga, which uses pranayama, and subtle body and mantra with asana, is introduced ,which will also begin to develop further insight to Meditation, Tantra, and Kundalini practices.
• Extensive teaching skills and tips are given to increase your confidence and awareness as both a student and to help others. You will evolve in Core competency through all 5 Modules.
• The history and philosophy of the Vedas, the Great Sage Patanjali, the classical and various contemporary yoga systems, as well as the Integral Yoga system behind the Transformational Yoga system are encouraged. Simple direction to the Bhagavad Gita, Upanishadic and Ayurvedic reflection, in particular the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and Sri T Krishnamacharya and Swami Sivananda's lineage through Bihar YPT are given as well Parmahansa Yogananda's wisdom.
• Basic insight and understanding of Hatha with awareness of the three, four and five bodies, study of seven chakras, a range of asanas, a range of pranayama, practice of bandhas and an introduction to mudra and mantra are given.
• The principles of yoga will also be clearly and simply explained as well as insight to relaxation, meditation, and visualization techniques. Our course of Hatha Yoga is authentic and yet allows for the creative and imaginative student teacher.
Summary -
Graduates of our Yoga Teacher Training Courses program will have a clear understanding and have learned insight into the Core Curriculum and Competencies of -
• Hatha Yoga – Technique, Training and Practice (A range of postures, their modifications andvariations for a range of students), Pranayama, Mudra and Bandha and Kriya. Somatic breath awareness.
• Sequencing of Hatha, Transformational sets, Vinyasa Flow patterns and Restorative yoga. Full colour manuals make your understanding easier.
• Modifications for GGYC Pregnancy, GGYC Children and Teens, GGYC Active Elders, GGYC Chair Yoga and GGYC Yoga at Work programs for ourCorporate clients and GGYC Sport support Yoga for Gyms and Athletes are included.
• Raja Yoga – Hatha Yoga paves the road to Meditation skills. We will help you progress.
• History and Philosophy of Yoga – The Humanities -What is Yoga? What is Classical Yoga, Modern approaches and opportunity to explore this rich culture.
• Teaching Methodology / communication skills for Yoga practice. We help you grow.
• Anatomy for Yoga and Basic Physiology - Practical insight and application.
• Transformation of Energy – Chakra and Nadi insight including the use of light, sound and vibration, with simple mantra and chants
• Personal and Professional Development including balancing your yoga in your life. Deepening understanding of being a yogi and encouraging joyful, healthy business practices and principles.
• A GGYC 5 Star 12Month Additional Benefits Package included for each course. Which includes mentoring, feedback and time together. Be our Guest!
As a GGYC graduate, it is expected that you will have a vastly improved awareness of your own body, yogic practices and will have reaped the enormous benefits of a small, supported, learning environment. You will be able to structure your classes to support somatic, chakra and element balance, as well as empowering you to keep classes interesting and varied. Your own practice will have evolved. Your classes, if you wish to teach them, will show maturity, be well-grounded, and have a continuity your students and the yoga world can recognize and relate to. You will be encouraged to participate on personal level at training and in turn create safe and inclusive teaching environments, free of any from of harassment, for your own students. We help you stay connected to GGYC, using your Whats App group Continuity and community aid in the sense of momentum, for ease of absorption of core material. We invite you to visit other trainings we offer live like Workshops and Retreats if possible.
Prerequisites for Application
All applicantsforTeacherTrainingCourseswithGGYCare assessed by an phone interview. Youmustbookto chatwith yourLead TeacherSri Radhaby phoneorarrangeto meet.You can attend a private meeting, a workshoporclassto connectahead of applying fora place. As part of the application online 300hr Diploma and 500hr Experienced Yoga Teacher candidates, who are not graduates of GGYC, and who wish to be considered for continued /senior training, live or On Demand are requested to please submit a written outline of their yoga experience and interests or a ( max 5 minutes) podcast to help us better understand their needs and to ensure we are a good fit.
! Dr Sri Radha Sharon O’Neill
1. This should include- A brief summary of the training you have completed to date; and please send in short a written summary and a copy of your certifications to date.
2. A list the reasons why you wish to attend further training with GGYC.
3. An outline for any special areas of study you wish to focus on for 300hr/500hr. The course structure is wide at Foundation level, and this is made available so the senior teacher can make best use of it. It is possible to include /complete an entire GGYC 200hr Foundation Course if required.
If you have already been offered a place on post grad courses, the above is not necessary, other than you will need to send in a copy of your 200hr Certification. You will see in this brochure a simple abbreviated version of our curriculum and a reading list etc. These are designed to help you evolve your awareness of some of the foundations of modern-day practices whether you attend training with us or not. We hope you find them useful!
Please send all correspondence or recordings to info@goldenglowyoga.com
Dr Sri Radha Sharon & Swami Vidyanand Founder of Yoga Alliance International Southern India 2014
Practical Guide to Yoga Teacher Training with GGYC
The Daily Plan to get you on track. We have included considerable detail here for you to help your year of study go smoothly and for you to get on board and have some idea what to expect.
First Things First – In order to be eligible for place on a course please book a Free 15 -30-minute call back (This may take up to 1 hour, but time will be adjusted to accommodate you )). Book this on line or contact the office directly for a phone call to be arranged. Once a place has been awarded, and you wish to accept the offer, just go ahead and reserve your space by choosing a suitable payment option. It’s just a click away to Register. Installment options are available and are to be paid via Invoice card link, by BACS or on the Golden Glow Yoga College Website Store www.goldenglowyoga.com
Yoga Teacher Training Tools – Resources. One of the most important resources in this booklet is the Reading List (please note that the first five books are mandatory). These books are your yoga foundation. Please have them to hand them every day of your Live or On Demand Course. A comprehensive list is included here so everyone can benefit from this insight but it is optional
We also include a 200hr Foundation Self Study list for you in case you didn't get that particular insight on your own Foundation program. It’s good to make a head start on reading if possible ahead of beginning a course but we don't want our student teachers to sweat over this. We will cover insights from the reference books together in your Live and On Demand Training. As there are so many online resources, don't worry too much if you are not a massive book worm. We will find a balance. However, there will be a necessity to cover the basics in written form. There is an oral requirement in teaching practice but we do not require Sanskrit examination.
We include a basic outline of the Curriculum / Syllabus of Training Modules here for your convenience for Foundation Study at 200hr. Diploma and Seniors programs are tailored as necessary in light of your knowledge.
An extended version is expanded upon at Diploma level, then progressed over a 4year period, since your Foundation period began, leading to YAP Experienced / Senior qualification of 500hr YAI Yoga Alliance International.
It is necessary to hold this level for 8 years before becoming a Lead Trainer yourself in a YAP Registered Teacher Training course.
Please note – Should you wish to register for a course A GGYC Yoga Teacher Training Contract will be sent to you as a fillable form upon a place being offered. Please complete and return it should you choose to accept it and join us. We also request payment of the Registration Fee and Teaching Fee Early Bird or Full Fees and commitment to your payment plan of choice.
Golden Glow Yoga College is the longest running registered teacher training school; for YAI Yoga Alliance International in Ireland
GOLDEN GLOW YOGA HISTORY
CERTIFICATION - Our progression - Our buildings evolved and years of experience resulted in courses that have a straightforward solid foundation. Each studio was organically grown and people loved them Sharon graduated at 200hr herself with YA American Yoga Alliance Trainings in 2004 -2006 with Marie Quail and YTTC in Ireland.
After teaching around 10 classes a week for four years she opened the first of three cork studios 2010 in Carrigaline Co Cork. Two more would open in Galway and Youghal in Cork
Sri Radha Sharon evolved with Senior and Grand Master training with YAI Yoga Alliance International India in 2013. GGYC was formed and became a Teacher Training organization as well as class provider. Swami Vidyanand's Sri Ma Transformational Yoga was added to the program. In 2020 Golden Glow Yoga College was also registered as Yoga Alliance Professionals Trainer PRO academy in the UK . GGYC encourages a wide range of influences. Covering all aspects of Hatha yoga – i.e. Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, and Bandha and Kriya as the building blocks. GGYC believe it is important to help Senior Teachers keep in line as much as possible with the standards of Yoga Alliance, The British Wheel of Yoga and European Union of Yoga and so have incorporated Yoga Alliance Professionals into our structures as an additional Certifying option. This is to better support Trainee, Foundation, and Experienced Teachers, as part our GGYC steppingstone and ‘Freedom to Choose’ culture. We like being a family ! And we like to progress! Come along and meet us on a free online Workshop so you can assess if you would like to join us or chat to a former student to get more of a feel for what we do.
We give our initial focus to Hatha and the SriMa Transformational Yoga System. SriMa has its particular way of introducing a class etc, but you are free to choose how you go on to teach your own classes in the future. We give approximately one third of our time to each discipline.Vinyasa flow is a stronger physical practice which is great fun, and its dancing flow is nicely challenging. Teachers are encouraged to find their own rhythm and work to their own pace. Less can be more ! All courses follow the same structure, so you have continuity of practice. You will work just a hard with us using our On Demand program and workshops using our Live Interactive system of GGYC Zoom and Teams meetings. 1-1 online supports the group dynamic so you are part of the GGYC family. We would love to see you as much as possible.
Keeping it Flexible – All GGYC Yoga Teacher Training Courses require commitment- Foundation students with 200hr qualifications are Diploma 300hr ( add on 100 and Experienced (four years 2000hrs YAP Registered Senior Teachers (4000hrs
EarlyBird or Unwaged Concessions exist – a 10% discount may be applied on full fees.
We have carefully crafted our resources to be interactive and yet also supportiveof self-study.
200 Hour Teacher Training Courses -Thesis, Examinations, and Asana Assessments optional for Diploma and Seniors
• Thesis - Students are welcome to complete an essay on Yoga, 3000-5000 words, to be submitted two months before graduation on winter courses. As shorten essay is to be submitted by Intensive students.
• Examinations - We have an open book exam for each course, given one month before graduation on winter courses and guided through for each intensive student personally.
• Asana Assessment - We have continual ongoing physical and aptitude assessment and a one-hour physical asana assessment prior to graduation.
Our approach is of firm yet gentle discipline, encouraging routines and healthy practices that are manageable and fulfilling. We have a high level of support for students and aim to help bring out the best in people in their continuing education. We encourage a lifetime of Learning with scope for students from all walks of life. Professional guidelines are given, ethically and practically.
Golden Glow Yoga College Class Teacher 2011-2014 Fiona Cholbi
TTC Graduates Cork 2018 Oriel House Hotel Ballincollig Sunville Studio Carriagline Cork First Yoga Teacher Training 2013 2014 Reception Waiting rooms
Sri Radhas Live Training Dates - Hotel Du Vin Exeter Devon UK
GGYC Live Online and in Person Training 200hr 300hr and 500hr
Term 1 2024
14th /15th September 2024
19th /20th October
9th /10th November
30th Nov/1st December
14th /15th December 2024
GGYC Live Online and in Person Training 300hr and 500hr
Term 22025
18th/19th January 2025
22nd/23rd February
8th /9th March
5th/6th April
10th /11th May
24th /25th May Graduation
• Experience - We have habitually offered live annual trainings since 2013 offering 11 weekends September –June and a second intake 11 weekends January - December
• Continuity - 22 Days of study time as a minimum in a single or from various blocks is the general program. The mid-week live Intensives are covered over February and November
• Accessibility Virtual access to recordings from the 2020 to present day are now given to all Live students as revision tools or the basis of On Demand Courses so you can still be part of our GGYC family whereever you are.
Seniors joining us in September have a third Term of Study. Dates will be forwarded upon request.
There will also be Intensive Courses and Retreats to join. The new Portugal Retreat with artist and GGYC Graduate Marisa Gulli and Sri Radha is available October 2024 near Lisbon.
Courses in Ireland will be delivered Live by our Director for Ireland Steve Mullen, our Senior Trainers. .All teachers can join the Exeter programs virtually throughout the weekends. We will introduce new Trainees to our other trainers and venues abroad. Sri Radha is leading and delivering all UK Trainings in Exeter and Falmouth.
Completing any of our Live or On Demand trainings entitles you to gain insurance cover and to teach in sporting clubs, gyms, schools, and various groups as you wish. With a GGYC qualification is is possible to offer classes to children (HSE/Police /Garda requirements withstanding) and adults of all walks of life, focusing on which ever aspects of Yoga you personally feel you have an interest and affection for. We also offer Specialist 30 hr On Demand Programs like Yoga for Chairs, Children, Teens, Elder, Corporate and Mediation as well as Yoga for Wheel Chair users however all basic aspects are included in main rainings.
All students access Microsoft Office Teams with us once they are on board.
Note - All 200hr graduates studying at 300hr ( 100hr Add on Diploma ) and Experienced 500hr teachers are gifted access to the resources for this 200hr Foundation Course as part of their My Learning GGYC Yoga Online Resources and have additional Reading Lists and Self Study if they wish to progress to Senior level. Available on TEAMS – The work will be perused and evaluated as you are getting new additional course information.
General Knowledge - 5 Modules
Module 1 Personal and Professional Development 50hrs
A. Codes of Conduct - Self -Evaluation and Ethics – To encourage flexibility, tolerance,inclusion, and acceptance.
B. Pedagogy – The Art of Teaching -Historical context. Principles of demonstration & observation. A lifetime of Learning – Continuing Education.
a. Teaching Methodology – Presentation skills -Sequencing, pace, environment, cueing, Class management. Theme weaving and construction. Right /left brain.
b. Assisting, modifications, correcting, instructing hands on adjustments
c. Finding your own teaching style
d. Lesson planning and recording
e. How to ensure classes are safe, instructive. Knowledge and experience – focus on Contra- indications
f. How we remain sincere and joyful- Ethical Codes
C. The Veda - Ayurveda – (including self-study) and its links to yoga
D. Business Practice - small business start- up
E. Classroom Safety First Aid Course available at small additional cost
F. Challenging and encouraging your students
G. Practicum – Expanding your knowledge and understanding. Find your own rhythm as an asana practitionerMarketing, sales, Promotion, Liability insurance, waivers, and invoicing / recording information is part of the practicum alongside Mentor-ship, apprenticeships, and feedback loops of continuous assessment.
Becoming confident to change your teaching style, as suits, using your own intelligence takes time. We assist you to learn how to adjust programs according to fitness levels, experience, age, and ability of students. Add the GGYC programs to your own established practices. Hatha yoga consists of Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, and Bandha. Kundalini Kriyas are also often included. Our simple Sanskrit training includes chanting mantra, names of asanas, pranayama & other yoga vocabulary. We also use English asana descriptions to help students progress initially.
UK 200hr Graduates Geogia (Gee) Cadoret and Jasmine ( Jazz) Porteous Heath Dec 2023
Module 2 History and Philosophy – 30 hrs ( 20 can be online)
1. Practical and Theoretical Knowledge. What is Yoga ? Key dates and ideas. Vedas, Vedanta, Hatha, Colonial, Modern.
2. What is Yoga Philosophy ? Foundations of Practice - Self Reflection. Sri Aurobindo and The Mother – Integral Yoga Practice and possibilities Various influences like Osho Meditations are examined (Kundalini, Chakra, Vipassana,Dynamic…) Worldwide Influence.
3. Highlighting the importance of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra philosophy and the 8 limbs of yoga. Insight to the 10 primary Upanishads, The Bhagavad Gita and the Yoga Pradpika.
4. Evolution of yoga lineage understanding. Yoga Alliance International, The British Wheel of Yoga and Yoga AllianceUS, Yoga Alliance Professionals The European Union of Yoga. Scope of practice; Ethical commitments.
Module 3 Anatomy and Physiology 30 hrs ( 20 can be online )
1. Physical Anatomy and Physiology- basic knowledge of body systems including respiratory, ( voluntary and involuntary breath) digestive, circulatory, nervous ( including, Stress responses and vagal theory, musculoskeletal, ( these are divided and given extensive attention. Major bones, types of joints, major muscles in asana and types of muscle contraction ). The endocrine system is given particular attention. The elimination system and cardiovascular as they relate to yogic practice are briefly covered. We investigate an Overall mind body connection. Neuro- plasticity and Trauma recovery.
2. Injuries and genetics for the main systems are studied
3. Diseases and Disorders for the main systems are also studied.
Module 4 Psychology of Transformation of Energy 25 hrs ( Techniques, Training Practice)
1. Theory of Integral and Transformational Yoga
2. Functions of 7 Chakras, Comparison of Integral and Sri Ma.
3. The 5 Bodies and Koshas, Kleshas, chakras, nadis.
4. The Pranic body including the 5 pranas ( Vayus) and their functions
5. Impurities of the 5 bodies, effects, and purification techniques for each
6. Energy mechanics of Transformational yoga – sequencing.
Module 5 Physical Yoga Fundamentals and Practice of Hatha Yoga 75 hrs ( Techniques Training
Practice )
1. We advocate and encourage you to explore a wide awareness of Asana as static Hatha andFlows. The various Hatha Schools are compared, and patterns Sequences are explored, leading to a celebration of our differences, similarities whilst encouraging our uniqueness. We use a unique GGYC Power of Three Program.
GGYC-The Freedom to Choose ...
2. Opening minds to a wide understanding of What is Yoga?
Our Golden Glow Yoga College YAI 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Manual, the GGYC Transformational Yoga Manual and the GGYC Power of Three Manual are given to all students in soft and hard copy. We give access to hundreds of Online resources.
3. We also use the first five books from the Reading list as the day-to-day reference books.Please bring them to every training session. BKS Iyengar and Swami Satyananda Saraswati are compared with Heart of Yoga and Ashtanga program. Simple Kundalini Tantra will also give you an excellent foundation.
4. Pranayama - 'Control of the Prana. 15 Techniques, Variations and Progressions.
5. Bandhas - 3 Locks and progression
6. Mudras - 5 sets
7. Meditation- Various well-respected methods.
8. Restorative, Chair Yoga, Yoga for Teens and Basic Pregnancy Modification andinsight. ' Partner Yoga. Inside to Ayurveda and Yoga as one of its tools.
9. Teaching Skills Observation Skills. Methodology of Hand On modification. Shared anatomical and alignment principles and contraindications.
10. Basic First Aid Course Optional
300 Hour (100 Add on) Diploma Live or On Demand
GGYC Yoga Teacher Training Add on to your Foundation Course 300hr (100hrAdd- On )Diploma is available for graduates of any 200hr Program. 5 weekends or 10 days of additional taught hours are required as a minimum.
200hr Graduates are always encouraged to seize this fantastic opportunity to be supported through a second year of training. We support the continual up-skilling of all Teachers from all traditions. Even if you are not intending to advance your study to 500hr YAI Senior / YAP Experienced Yoga Teacher level, we still believe every qualified teacher should consider this advanced Diploma program. An additional Reading List is available and there is a layering aspect to the course work, as each individual receives a tailored program, created specifically for them, which will evolve their practice hugely.
500 Hour Experienced Teacher to Senior Live or Online
You can join us live or access all weekend training recordings on our On-Demand Self Paced programs.
YAP Experienced Teacher Qualification / 500hr YAI
You will be able to view the Teacher Training classroom from a very different perspective once you have plenty of teaching experience behind you. At GGYC it is necessary to have accrued a minimum of 2000hrs over 4 years teaching class practice prior to graduation. You will bring a lot to the trainings yourself over time.
These can be tailored to you. Live, virtual or On Demand self paced courses are designed to give you a practical and thorough foundation of wider and deeper study to enable you to further develop the skills you gained as a 200/ 300hr yoga teacher, who can muster the judgment and intuition needed as a mentor to assist less experienced teachers.
Lead Teacher Grand Master SriRadha is available to oversee all your work via 30 min weekly live workshops and in your monthly mentoring sessions. Diploma and Seniors are given Foundation Yoga Teacher Trainings access. We hope to be able to assist you to develop towards assisting in GGYC 200hr Yoga Teacher Trainings over time, once qualified, if you have an interest to do so. Franchises are available.
YAI GGYC Senior Teachers ( and YAP Experienced Teachers (4years + 2000 hrs) are e eligible to teach on 200hr and 300hr Yoga Teacher trainings with GGYC under YAP Senior YAI Grand Master ( SENIOR for YAP 8= Years’ experience 4 000 Hours min = Sri Radha )
Fees for 500-hour Experienced Certification leading to YAP Senior are €2500 including certification. We can create a payment plan for you if you require. These plans mirror those offered at 200hr level.
Experienced YAP study outline - Graduates will be familiar with a wide range of postures, their modifications, and variations to suit differing groups of students. The philosophy of Patanjali, the classical and various contemporary yoga systems are taken to the next level, as well as the Integral Yoga system, Kundalini practices and Tantra insight – Some of which is behind the Transformational Yoga system. We alsoshine a brighter light on Yoga Anatomy and the Ayurvedic systems than before, as well as deeper study of the Yoni/ tantra mindset.
• All senior post grads will be individually assessed and can be coached over a minimum of a 12 - 18-month period in addition to the previous three-year period from the beginning of the 200hr training period. This will bring the study period to four years in total which complies with European Union Standard. We aim for you to be able to feel confident that you have an excellent understanding of a yogic vedic craft ed lifestyle and can continue your days as the perpetual student !
Senior Certification will be issued from GGYC and you will be eligible to apply to become a faculty member and assist on GGYC teacher training Courses
• To accumulate hours -Please aim to attend part or all of at least one Intensive Course; You are welcome as a guest. Two run annually and are available virtually or in person. See The GGYC website for more details
• Mentoring - We book a maximum of 5 private One to One online sessions for each term – We also suggest attending the Tuesday and /or Wednesday evening Workshops Live online where feedback and adjustments are given individually. Thursday afternoons/evenings 40 minutes mentoring sessions are also available by appointment.
A season of Transformation ! December 2023 Graduation Coachford Co Cork Irene Steffans Keola Nutrition and Yoga
Studio Top Clockwise Aga Cummins 500hr, Virginia ( Ginni) Giani, 500hr Sri Radha, Eddie Leahy 500hr, Laura Donoghue 200hr, Angela Murphy 500hr, Marisa Gulli Portugal 200hr - Laura's amazing coat !
Recommended Reading List for Foundation Study
The FIRST FIVE ARE MANDATORY
• Light on Yoga - B.K.S. Iyengar
• Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, and Bandha - Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• The Yoga Sutras - Patanjali (Alister Shearers version )
• The Upanishads - Penguin
• The Bhagavad Gita – Penguin
• Autobiography of a Yogi - Parma Hansa Yogananda
• The Yoga Pradipika - Swami Svatmarama
• Ashtanga Yoga - John Scott
• Functional Anatomy of Yoga – David Keil – A book is available. Pod casts and online services are also excellent.
• Yoga and Ayurveda by Dr David Frawley (Many great titles available via the American Vedic Studies Institute)
• The works of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother all works available at the Sri Aurobindo Ashram online.
• The Man Who Loved Seagulls - Osho
• The Miracle of Mindfulness - Thich Nhất Hanh
• You are Here - Thich Nhất Hanh
• When Things Fall Apart – Pema Chodron In Addition
• Scan the stories of Ramayyana and the Mahabharata (Peter Brooks did Lengthy Versions of these plays)
• Transformational Yoga 500hr Teacher training Handbook by Sri Swami Vidyanand on Teams resources.
• B. K. S. Iyengar – The Path to Holistic Health (coffee table size – fabulous ) Further Reading
• Jewell in the Lotus – The Tantric path to higher Consciousness
• Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism – Chogyam Trungpa
• Don’t Take Your Life Personally - Ajahn Sumedho Buddhism
• All works by Jon Kabatt- Zinn
• The Power of Now – Eckhart Tol 5 Star Benefit Package Included - Stay with us as a guest for the year to progress and evolve in our Workshops and Retreats.
Inital Self-Study for All - Foundation 200hr Included at 300hr Add-On and 500hr Senior
Term 1 and 2
We suggest everyone can benefit from this studyOnce you are offered a place please read
• Light on Yoga – B.K.S. Iyengar Part One - What is Yoga ?
• Asana, Pranayama Mudra, and Bandha – Swami Satyananda
• SaraswatiFront of book – Asana - Pawanmuktasana x 1- 3
End of the book - Psychic Physiology of Yoga, Introduction to Shatkarma, Bandha. Mudra Pranayama
Familiarize yourself with the contraindications for asana and pranayama in both books. These books are for reference. Do not try and learn it all off by heart. Its just to make a start.
• Begin to read the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali ( Shearer) aloud in English to yourself
• Immerse yourself in the personal practices recommended in The Heart ofYoga Book Asana Practice – One rest day a week please
In addition to your usual practices you will be asked to add in the following as they are taught.
GGYC –There are three 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Manuals for course daily programs These are made available to all students from all levels. Asana
• Happy Back Warmup - Set 1 and Set 2
• Transformational Yoga sets x 5
• Sun Salutation variations x 5
• Power of Three Manual Sets x 10
Pranayama/ Bandha
• The 5 Pranas can be practiced daily
• Practice all three main Bandhas as they are taught. Add the Jalandhara Throat Lock (Bandha) and the Great Lock to morning practice before adding a 20 min Meditation practice. Aim to have two 10 – 90 minutes asana practices a day. Morning and early evening
• Modifications for Pregnancy, Children, the Elderly and Corporate are given as standard.
We encourage participation in continued, structured, contact hours.
About Your Lead Senior Teacher Dr Sri Radha Sharon
Dr Sri Radha Sharon O’Neill BCL Hon Ph. D /MPHIL (Yoga) Awarded Maharshi Vedvyas International Virtual Vedic University Oct 2017
Dr Sri Radha Sharon is the Founder and Director of Golden Glow Yoga College and leads all Yoga Teacher Trainings at GGYC. She is an enlightened Senior Yoga Meditation Master, Grand Master Yoga Therapy, a member of The British Wheel of Yoga, an Ambassador for SriMa Transformational Yoga and Former Director of SriMa and YAI Ireland. (2013- 2020
Sharon originally qualified in 2006 with Yoga Alliance for YTTC with Marie Quail at 200hr/300hr. Sri Radha became her para name as a Qualified Senior Instructor with Yoga Alliance International in Puducherry (Pondicherry Southern India in 2013 and there later as Grand Master Yoga Therapy in 2014. She became a Senior Trainer with YAP in 2020. She has over 12000 class teaching hours completed and has taught the 200hr Courses over 35 times! GGYC moved all Training Online for the 2020- 2021 Pandemic and continued to offer the programs online as well as live from September 2021. We would like to thank everyone for their help and enthusiasm as we return to Live training. Its great to be back properly.
Dr Sri Radha Sharon, mother of five, holds a Bachelor of Law Degree from University College Cork in Ireland BCL (Hons) and was also awarded an Honorary Doctorate Ph.D. Yoga and Spirituality from the Virtual Institute of Vedic Studies, on top of 200hr YA, 200hr YAI 500hr YAI Grand Master Yoga Alliance International qualifications. As YAI Director for Ireland 2023-2020 she has led GGYC to expand and grow from the heart. Sri Radha is passionate about her practice, her studies and everything that Golden glow! The GGYC programs cover all eight limbs of yoga of the Yoga Sutras. She was originally inspiredby the timeless teachings of Shri T Krishnamacharya, an amazing healer and yoga teacher who was the inspiration behind many modern Hatha schools (Ashtanga,Iyengar, Vinyasa, Viniyoga), Swami Sivananda and has many hours of additional studies with Swami Vidyanand in Southern India and is an avid supporter of Yoga in the Community.
2019 - 2021 Home of GGYC Ireland - The Glaway Wellness Studio
Stevens Retreat space in Mayo
The Zed Shed Community Studio Penryn SriRadha 2022
2022 Steve Mullens Beautiful Studio space in Co Mayo Ireland ( Left) Graduating Ruth and Rose 200hr / 300hr
The Salthill Hotel Galway
Steven ,Sri Radha and Antoine
Student and Graduate Testimonial’s
Read what some Trainee Teachers have had to say about GGYC-we
"... It changed my life... "
"..Sri Radha Sharon has made the course so personal and yet is never pushy or invasive - she is a true yogi! Radha gently guides you through the course helping you find strength and grace in your yoga both on and off the mat. The year has helped me considerably deepen my practice and given me a well- rounded knowledge of all of the yoga realms. It really has been such a gift to have been on this learning journey with Sri Radha and my fellow yogis. I have been truly inspired by Sri Radha and will sincerely miss our treasuredyoga weekends”
Sarah Kate McHugh Cork
"Taking part in the teacher training course at Golden Glow was a great decision….Sri Radha Sharon's knowledge and expertise are second to none, and her empathy and wisdom create a warm and secure space for learning The course has been of huge benefit to my personal practice and indeed has positively impacted on all aspects of my life. The classes are friendly, supportive, and fun. I would tell anyone considering joining the college to grab the opportunity with both hands".
Edel O’Donovan
Vice Principal St Angela’s College Cork
“Thank you for my wonderful experience in your yoga teacher training class, I have learned a lot from you, on and off the mat, and you have helped me create a good foundation Dr Sri Radha Sharon O’Neill, BCL, …is a beautiful, influential lady and a wonderful teacher of yoga. She is gifted with her yoga skills, her teaching methodology and her personal development teaching. She often quoted “Take what you want and leave the rest” This was my comfort zone, knowing that I only need to concentrate on what particularly interested me… to have an awareness of all elements of Yoga.”
Geraldine O’Donovan Galway
"I started practicing when i was 8 years old and wanted to learn everything I could, so I was put on the advanced programs. I practice just about every day, and it’s been a huge influence for me. Everyone loves the energy and focus of the weekends. It’s a way of life."
William Magnier Cork and the new GGYC Philippines Director
" It is said that the teacher appears when the student is ready. This was indeed the case with me when I found Sri Radha Sharon and Golden Glow Yoga College. In 2013/2014, I studied the 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training Course at Golden Glow Yoga College with Sri Radha. She is a wonderful, insightful, and warm teacher whose authentic practice is hugely inspiring and who teaches from the heart, while her knowledge of yoga history, philosophy and sutra is vast and deep. It was a privilege to study under Sri Radha and also to meet all the other students on the course."
Fintan Mackey Cork
"I cannot speak highly enough about my experience studying with GGYC. I completed my 200 hours training, and it has truly put me on a better path in life. There was so much information and resources made available to me and it allowed me to learn with ease. My own practice progressed immensely throughout the course. The transition to online learning was handled remarkably and while the world felt scary the training was like a beautiful escape. Sri Radha managed to maintain the groups connection even though all our contact was now online. Sri Rada's individual care and support is awe inspiring. I felt incredibly safe and supported through the course. It has helped me to build confidence and most importantly to live a more content and appreciative life. I loved this course so much that I have now started my 300-hour training with Golden Glow, and this is proving to be equally as magnificent as 200 hours was. If you are thinking of becoming a teacher or even just want to deepen your own practice then this is definitely the course to choose. The experience considerably surpassed any expectations I had prior to commencing."
Oonagh McFall 200- & 300-Hour Teacher Galway
"I am absolutely loving the Teacher Training course at Golden Glow Yoga College. The atmosphere is very warm, welcoming, and friendly. I think this is a very comprehensive course lead by a most professional extremely supportive teacher Sri Radha Sharon We loved it ! So much better than we had imagined zoom class for Teacher Training would be”
Aileen Burke and Darragh Cork
We have so many Testimonials it is always hard to choose which to include. This is just an insight to our student feedback.
Invest and Progress
GGYC Yoga Teacher Training Live and On Demand Course Fees and Payment Plans
You may pay by Bank Transfer or on our Store. on www.goldenglowyoga.com. You must pay the Registration fee to reserve your place once offered.
200hr Yoga Teacher Training Foundation LIVE Training Courses.
The 22 Day in person Training Period, in total, is spread over 10 months or a one month Intensive mid week training Monday to Thursday.
Early Bird Total €2200.00~/ £ 1800.00 includes Registration Fee €500.00~/ £400.00 Full Fee Total €2500.00~/ £2000.00 includes Registration Fee €500.00~/£400.00 plus one of the Payment plans )
A) €500.00~/£400.00 x 3 monthly installments and €200.00~/ £200.00 x 1 monthly installments or B) €282.50~ /£ 233.50 x 6 monthly installments or C) €212.50~/ £175.00 x 8 monthly installments
Join Sri Radha live from Exeter this year !
Pay on the Store or by bank transfer.
Want to spread the investment costs ?
Instalment Plan Options are available for both Early Bird and Full Fees
Choose either Plan A B or C
Reserve your place, once offered, by paying your €500.00 ~£400.00 St Registration Fee.
Claim your Early Bird Rate spread the cost in advance of your Course
Payment plans over either three, four, six or eight months depending on time available during the training year.
Just divide the fee into a manageable plan for yourself using the plans listed below. We just ask you to stick to any plan made.
Once you have accepted a place you are responsible fees agreed, even if you remove yourself from the course. See our Terms and Conditions for exemptions and deferral options.
The Euro Rate is fixed as our base rate. Variable exchange rates for Sterling are adjusted by the GGYC Store on the day or you can make a European or UK bank transfer if you prefer. As of time of printing UK Sterling is valued at €1 = 0.85 Pound Sterling. We have shown ~ as the approximate equivalent for you here. ( Subject to T’s and C’s ). To keep this simple we have rounded figures down to the nearest whole number for our new UK Students, so you know exactly what payments are necessary.
Pay your fees in advance of the course for great savings
Live Additional 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Course (An Additional 100hr on top of your own 200hr Foundation Course )Continuity is required. Graduates of this program may progress to Senior training subject to agreement.
Early Bird Rate – Total €800.00~ /£650.00 Including Registration Fee Full Fees 300hr Plan A Total €1000.00~/ £800.00 Registration Fee €500~/£400 +5 payments x €100.00~/ £80.00
Experienced to Senior Teacher
Training Course (A total period of four years from the start of a Foundation Course must be completed for YAI 500hr plus an additional four for YAP Senior Lead Teacher Level) The Training Period,in total, to include a minimum of a 200hr Foundation program and 2000hrs (YAP+2000 hours plus 8 years’ experience teaching) Fee for the 18 months program for teaching experience and mentoring can be paid by installments.
Early Bird Total €2200.00~/ £ 1800.00 includes Registration Fee €500.00~/ £400.00 Full Fee Total €2500.00~/ £2000.00 includes Registration Fee €500.00~/£400.00 plus one of the Installments Plan A, B, Or C below
Why apply to GGYC ?
• World wide Yoga Alliance International CYT® opportunity - Add Transformational Yoga
• Learn to teach others a relaxed and assured quality venue
• Let us help you improve any lack of confidence, knowledge or experience.
A) €500.00~/£400.00 x 3 monthly instalments and €200.00~/ £200.00 x 1 monthly instalments or
B) €282.50~ /£ 233.50 x 6 monthly instalments or
C) €212.50~/ £175.00 x 8 monthly instalments
A) These training options conclude with a printed copy of GGYC Certification of 200hr, 300hr or 500hr Certificate which will be presented on Graduation Day
B) Those who choose the options to sit and pass the online examinations for 500hr , will be awarded GGYC 500hr Senior Trainer - Graduate of Golden Glow Yoga College with YAI registration options included and YAP course validation ( Terms and conditions apply) Additional Course benefitsIncludes soft and hard copy all four GGYC Training manuals including Manual 4 GGYC Yoga Senior Trainer – A Golden Glow Experience
Access to additional Experienced /500hr Graduation On Demand Specialist Courses with Gold Star access that brings 15% Reduction.
Payments can be made on www.goldenglowyoga.com store or by BACS using account numberGolden Glow Yoga College UK Ltd
Account number 03949612
Sort Code 04-03-70
Swift IBAN GB45TCCL04140467294675
Remember you must be awarded a place before making any payments. Call today for an appointment to talk.
On Demand Only
300hr On Demand Course – GGYC completion certificate
For qualified yoga teachers looking to up-skill who would like an additional Foundation Certificate and Diploma but don’t necessarily want Senior additional certification
Now available Prerecorded Save over £3000 as separate live Courses.
Now just pay the Registration Fee and Access all 200hr / 300hr prerecorded material (soft copy of Manuals included.)
Add Hard Copy 3 Training Manuals to upgrade and support your learning
1)Manual 1 GGYC My Yoga 200hr/ 300hr Manual – Full colour £37.00
2)Manual 2 GGYC Transformational Yoga All levels – Full colour £29.00
3)Manual 3 GGYC Power of Three 200hr /300hr - Full Colour £29.00
Special offer - £95.00 per set includes £20.00 postage and packing.
£ 495.00 Total cost
•Options to join us for live online Mid -week Workshops included for Free.
Successful Course applicants will gain –
•Access to the 200hr and 300hr online On Demand Course materials and TEAMs resources.
•3 live mentoring sessions with one of our Senior Trainers as standard.
•Options to access live online weekly zoom Workshops with Founder and Lead Trainer Sri Radha Sharon O’Neill for a minimum 6 months.
This training option concludes with a printed copy of GGYC Certification of 300hr On Demand Yoga Advanced Study Diploma Course Completion, which will be posted to you.
•Special Gold Star Access to GGYC Retreat options with 15 % savings on costings as standard
Sri Radha Sharon at home
An ‘All for One’ Experienced Senior TrainerOn Demand Course with Potential Franchisees Opportunity Applicants must be a certified Yoga Teacher to apply.
Successful Course applicants will gain –
• Access to the 200hr and 300hr online On Demand Course materials and Teams resources.
• Regular monthly 30min mentoring session
• Options to access live online weekly zoom Workshops with Founder and Lead Trainer Sri Radha Sharon O’Neill for a minimum of 6 months.
•Special Gold Star Access to GGYC Retreat options with 15 % savings on costings as standard. Those who pass the online examinations, will be awarded GGYC 500hr Senior Trainer - As a Graduate of Golden Glow Yoga College with YAI registration options included and YAP course validation ( Terms and conditions apply) CYT®
Additional Course benefitsIncludes soft and hard copy all four GGYC Training manuals including Manual 4 GGYC Yoga Senior Trainer Workbook
Franchisee packages - Details available upon request. Run your own Golden Glow Yoga College Yoga Teacher Training School.
Access to the 500hr On Demand Course with its progress quizzes as standard. Includes detailed instruction and guidance on to how to teach our GGYC 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Courses yourself, as a Golden Glow Yoga Instructor and join our Senior Team Faculty wherever you are in the world ( subject to terms and conditions ) Talk to us about your career plans.
Live Community Store Offerings - www.goldenglowyoga.com Online Classes
a) £10.00 pay as you go
b) 5 weeks £40.00 – to run consecutive
c) 5 Weeks £30.00 - Concession OAP, Student, Unemployed or Buddy system of 2 together
2)Pop Up Live Classes – Parks, Beaches and by arrangement ( please contact us if you’d like a quote for us to arrive at a venue )
a) £10.00 per person
b) £ 5.00 Concession Donation OAP, Student, Unemployed or organized group
3) Workshops 3 hour
a) £18.00 - £75.00
b) £10 Concession, Donation only, OAP, Student, Unemployed
Corporate events
1 hour – minimum 10 students from £150.00 per hour session. Please contact us to discuss your groups wellness needs.
