Daoist Flow Yoga Teacher Training Course Policy

Pre-requisites and Eligibility

  • 18-24 months of regular yoga practice

  • Teacher recommendation/reference

  • Written contemplation

  • An openness to learning and willingness to explore yoga and movement experientially

  • A commitment to fulfilling the course requirements to your best ability

BOOKINGS

  • Once your application has been accepted and a payment plan has been approved or payment in full has been received, your place on the course is secured. Early Bird discounts are available.

WHAT THE FEES INCLUDE:

  • 5 modules that includes teaching, practice and feedback at Mission.e1, London or via zoom livestream

  • All course materials, paperwork and handouts

  • One to one mentor meetings

  • 4 inter-module check-in meetings with course faculty

  • Book Club Meetings

  • Social media and marketing workshop

  • Class observations and assisting with course faculty, TA’s and mentors

WHAT THE FEES DO NOT INCLUDED, BUT IS REQUIRED:

  • Books on the course reading list

  • Registration with Yoga Alliance

  • Practice classes with course teachers and faculty outside of the training

REFUND POLICY

  • If a Notice of Cancellation is given at any time up to (but no later than) 50 days before the first date of Module 1 (ie not later than 26th February 2025) the trainee will be entitled to a full refund of Enrolment Fees paid at that date).

  • If a Notice of Cancellation is given less than 50 days before the first date of Module 1 (ie between 27th February 2025 and no later than 18th March 2025) the trainee will be entitled to a 50% refund of Enrolment Fees paid at that date.

  • If a Notice of Cancellation is given less than 30 days before the first date of Module 1 (ie 18th March 2025) the trainee is not entitled to a refund of any Enrolment Fees paid at that date.

  • Once the training has started, no refund is possible. However if a trainee needs to leave the training they may defer to the next intake if there is one. Please note we can not guarantee subsequent training intakes.

  • Any cancellations or withdrawals must be sent in writing via email or letter to a senior course leader and the teacher training administrator.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

To successfully complete the Daoist Flow Yoga Teacher Training you will need to meet the following requirements:

  • Attend and fully participate in all 5 modules

  • Complete any catch-up plans and/or sessions for any missed modules

  • Complete and submit a homework assignment per module to a satisfactory level and on time (in total 4 assignments of approximately 3-4 hour each)

  • Complete self-evaluation forms and submit for each module

  • Attend a study group meeting (4 in total) in between modules at times to be agreed upon and arranged by the trainees, either online and/or in person

  • Complete study group feedback forms and submit for each meeting (4 in total)

  • Attend one to one mentor meetings (online or in-person) with your assigned mentor in between each module (4 in total) at time convenient for you both

  • Attend 16 hours of class or workshops in real time (online or/and in-person) with Jean and/or James, other course faculty, or approved other teachers

  • Observe a minimum of 8 classes in in real time (online or/and in-person) with Jean and/or James, other course faculty, or approved other teachers

  • Assist in-person in a minimum of 4 classes with James and/or Jean or course faculty, or other approved teachers

  • Complete attendance logs for the classes above and submit them to your mentor and/or course administrator

  • Complete a practice diary of reflections and contemplations on your practice. Complete course reading (14 hours minimum)

  • Establish and maintain a daily practice of at least 3 times a week

  • Adhere to the codes of conduct and fully participate and engage on the course

Attendance and Participation

  • The minimum attendance rate during the course is 85%. You cannot miss more than 4.5 days (32 hours) over the duration of the whole course, unless approved prior to the start of the training by Jean and James. If more than 3 days of live streamed or in person content is missed at any one module, you will be required to attend that module (either in person or in real time live stream) on the next intake to make up the session and receive certification.

  • Attendance of 85% is still required if you have an injury, become pregnant or have a personal challenge (such as bereavement, job change etc). Modification of your practice will be understood, and we endeavour do everything possible to support you in working out the best way forward. Naturally there may be some life circumstances that might require discontinuation or deferral (if the training re-runs the following year).

  • Once the training has officially finished, a trainee has up to 18 months to complete the course. This is in regards to deferrals, late submissions, or the re-submission of required coursework. Certification can only be given when all requirements of the course have been completed to a satisfactory level.

Missed Modules

  • Please notify the course administrator, your mentor and your teaching assistant as soon as you know you will need to miss any part of a module.

  • All trainees who miss any part of any module are required to complete the “missed session/s form”.

  • Any missed hours will require to be caught up on by viewing the recordings of the session. Recordings will only be available for 31 days after the module, so they must be watched within this time period.

  • It is the trainee’s responsibility to speak to their teaching assistant to discuss if any further catch up in addition to watching the recordings is required.

  • If you are unable to view the recordings within the 31 days you will be required to attend a catch-up session either in person or online with your teaching assistant or faculty member at an extra cost.

Homework and Assignments

  • The course is largely experiential based, however there are assignments, all of which are required to be completed to a high standard and submitted on time. We hope you have a passion and openness to learning so that the course assignments, meeting exchanges and reading requirements are engaged with as opportunities to deepen understanding and expand knowledge.

  • Requests for assignment extensions need to be made in writing to your mentor.

  • The assignments and in between module commitments are as listed in the course requirements as above.

  • If course work and assignments are not of a satisfactory standard you will receive support, guidance and feedback on how to improve and then subsequently resubmit your work having taken on board these guidelines.

ASSESSMENT

  • There will be no final exam, but throughout the course modules, teaching practices and assignments there will be on-going assessment by the senior teachers and faculty members through observation and feedback. This will also extend into the mentorship period.

  • Trainees who fall behind in meeting the course requirements will be supported in catching up and improving in the areas which they may not feel confident in. Deferral may be possible only if the training re-runs the following year and only if approved by the course leaders.

GRADUATION AND CERTIFICATION

To attain graduation and certification, all course requirements are to be met. Certification will be determined based upon:

  • attendance of all the required module and class hours, study group and mentor meetings

  • full engagement and interaction with the course contents

  • a satisfactory level of and timely completion of assignments

Cancellation of the Course

  • If the course is cancelled, we will notify you at least 6 weeks prior (and no later than 6th March 2025). A refund will be given to registered participants minus any processing fees (e.g. credit card fees and administration costs incurred).

COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE

We endeavour to communicate and dialogue authentically with all our trainees. However, if you find you have any concerns or grievance please see the procedure below on how we recommend a way forwards to resolve them. It is possible to have an advocate or someone else present to support you throughout this process.

  • Informal complaint: If there is an issue with a faculty member from the training, a fellow trainee, a mentor, or the teacher training administrator we recommend you initially communicate directly with the person involved to resolve the issue. This can be either in person, telephone, email or letter.

  • Mediation: If this communication has not been able to resolve the issue, then speak with another course mentor or senior faculty member who can act as a mediator.

  • Formal complaint: If the issue cannot be resolved informally, then send a dated email or letter to the teacher training administrator, or if the complaint is about the teacher training administrator, to one of the senior course leaders. A response to the complaint will be within 30 days from the date of receipt. If it is not possible to provide a full answer within 30 days, you will be sent a letter outlining the reasons why, and the date by which you can expect to receive a full answer.

Code of Conduct

A fundamental element of the Daoist Flow Yoga Teacher Training is the mutual respect between teachers, trainees and training team – this is vital to maintaining a safe learning environment and high ethical standards we wish to uphold and encourage during the course and beyond. Set out below are core principles that all course participants (trainees and faculty members alike) are required to observe throughout the training:

  • The offer of safe, kind and effective teaching to all your students without prejudice.

  • Good time keeping. This applies to both your arrival at modules and the submission of assignments and meetings with your peers and mentor.

  • Attendance. You are required to attend at least 85% of the training

  • Professional and respectful communication, interaction and behaviour that includes speaking, listening and responding with kindness and non-aggression. In treating each other with respect we create a space for honest and higher teaching and learning. Be considerate and appropriate with questions and during discussions.

  • Work authentically from where you are. Acknowledge your current limitations of skill and scope of practice and seek instruction, advice, or treatment in any areas where you need additional support. Be kind to yourself, do the best you can and be open to the journey.

  • Respect the role of the teacher. As teachers it is our responsibility to create a place that is safe, comfortable, non-threatening and welcoming for all students. This applies to us, as teacher trainers, and to you as teacher trainees and future teachers.

  • Maintain the cleanliness of the studio space – this is a physical space that we share together.

  • A persistent inability to adhere to the above Code of Conduct may result in your disqualification from the training.

GDPR

  • As a student of Daoist Flow Yoga Teacher Training, your contact details (name, email and phone number) will be held by our administration and all teacher training team. Your details will also be held by the accrediting body: Yoga Alliance, so they may contact you directly for teacher membership and insurance. You can opt out of this at any time.

BY ENROLLING ONTO THE COURSE AND MAKING PAYMENT IS CONFIRMATION OF YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE ABOVE TERMS AND CONDITION.