50-hour self-paced online training
Level 1 Online Kids Yoga Teacher Training
Start teaching kids yoga with confidence, creativity and purpose
Learn a practical method for turning yoga, movement, mindfulness, games and stories into classes children genuinely want to join.
Real inspirationLearn in a way that feels alive, practical and human, not like a dry list of techniques.
Visible skillsTurn play, movement, breath and stories into classes you can guide with confidence.
40,000+ teachersJoin a worldwide community trained to bring more belonging, calm and connection to children.
- Trainer
- Gopala Amir Yaffa
- Format
- Self-paced online
- Language
- English
- Training time
- Approximately 50 hours
- Prerequisite
- No prior yoga-teaching qualification is required.
- Status
- Registration open
Practical, experiential learning. The image represents the training approach, not a specific class or event.
Practical transformation
Learn tools that change the energy of a room.
Rainbow Yoga combines play, structure and humanity so you can guide children with more presence, creativity and care.
More to see
Real moments from the Rainbow Yoga world
See the movement, connection and practical group energy behind the words. These glimpses help you feel whether this way of learning belongs in your life.
Watch the feeling
See the Level 1 online training before you choose.
This is the practical, playful foundation: movement, games, breath, stories, family yoga, class structure and confidence for real children.
More videos
Watch more Rainbow Yoga in action
A short page can only say so much. These videos let you feel the movement, laughter, teamwork and teaching style before you decide.
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Level 1 overview
Why start now
Evidence-informed joy
Play is not a decoration. It is serious learning wearing a brighter outfit.
Research on school mindfulness, yoga, movement, guided play and educational relationships points toward something Rainbow Yoga has practised for decades: children learn best when they feel safe, active, connected and invited to participate.
Yoga and mindfulness, adapted for children
Reviews of school-based yoga and mindfulness describe promising outcomes for attention, self-regulation and wellbeing, with an important caution: study quality varies, and the practice must be age-appropriate.
Play with purpose
Guided-play research supports a balance of child choice and sensitive adult guidance. That is why our games have intention, adaptation and reflection, not just noise and movement.
Relationship is part of the method
Research on belonging and teacher-student relationships links supportive connection with stronger social, emotional and learning outcomes. Rainbow Yoga trains adults to lead connection, not just poses.
We do not promise medical or therapeutic outcomes. We teach practical, human, adaptable tools you can use within your professional, family or community role.
Learning you can use
What you will be able to put into practice
This is not about memorising activities. It is about understanding them well enough to adapt with care.
Build a complete kids yoga class with a clear beginning, journey and close
Make poses, breathing and mindfulness playful and age-appropriate
Lead games, stories, partner work and group activities with safety and choice
Adapt language and pace for different ages and energy levels
Create cooperation without turning the class into a competition
Respond more flexibly when a class does not follow the plan
Your learning journey
A clear progression, not a box of disconnected activities
- 1
How children learn through movement and play
- 2
Building an engaging class journey
- 3
Yoga poses, stories and creative themes
- 4
Breathing and mindfulness children can feel
- 5
Partner and group yoga with boundaries and choice
- 6
Teaching different ages and energy levels
- 7
Safety, communication and inclusive participation
- 8
Finding your own teaching voice
Is this for you?
For adults who want to create better spaces for children
A strong fit if you…
- You are an educator, yoga teacher, parent or carer.
- You work with young people or as a support professional within your scope.
- You value play, cooperation and human connection.
- You are willing to learn by doing and reflecting.
You do not need…
- To be the most flexible person in the room.
- Advanced poses or a performance-focused practice.
- To make medical, therapeutic or developmental promises.
- To assume one certificate guarantees professional acceptance everywhere.
Who leads this training
Gopala Amir Yaffa
Founder of Rainbow Yoga and creator of the Rainbow Yoga method, current online trainings, books, cards and teaching resources.
Meet GopalaBefore you register
Clear answers to the questions that matter
What this training includes
Learn the Rainbow Yoga approach through a self-paced online foundation led by Gopala Amir Yaffa. Build practical skills in class structure, movement, play, stories, breathing, mindfulness, partner work, group activities and age-appropriate adaptation.
Do I need to be a qualified yoga teacher?
No. Level 1 is an entry pathway for parents, educators, therapists, yoga practitioners and other people who care deeply about children.
Do I need to be flexible?
No. The training is about teaching children with creativity, safety and care, not performing advanced poses.
Is the training live?
The course material is self-paced online. Any current optional live support is explained in your enrolment information.
What happens after I pay?
You receive an order confirmation and enrolment instructions. Contact us if those instructions do not arrive promptly.
Can I continue to Level 2?
Yes. Level 1 is the foundation for Level 2 and is included in the Full Journey pathway.
Are payment options available?
Eligible options are shown at checkout. You can also visit our Payment Plans page or contact us when money is the only barrier.
Format, study time and access
Format: Self-paced online
Training time: Approximately 50 hours
Check the enrolment instructions for the current access and completion arrangements.
Prerequisite
No prior yoga-teaching qualification is required.
Certificate
A Rainbow Yoga training certificate is issued after the published completion requirements are met.
Professional registration, insurance and employer acceptance vary by jurisdiction, insurer, employer and professional body.
What happens after purchase
After secure checkout, the current course-access instructions follow. Contact us if those instructions do not arrive promptly.
Already know you want both levels?
The Full Journey May Be the Clearer Package
Level 1 is the right smaller beginning. The Full Journey is the connected route for people already committed to the broader Levels 1 and 2 pathway.
After the training
Keep the spark alive with class plans, resources and community.
Registration is only the beginning. We want you to use what you learn with confidence, return for inspiration and stay connected to the Rainbow Yoga movement.
Professional recognition: accuracy matters
A training certificate does not automatically guarantee professional registration, insurance, employment or permission to teach everywhere. Check the requirements that apply to your situation.
Experiences shared
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Customer Reviews
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Really enjoying this training learning so much and bringing it to the life of my kids everyday
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the training was very informative easy to follow and lot of good information. I liked that it was very inspiring and I feel ready to teach after the course. I also liked how it was set up and after every little class we had quiz and discussion so you could really work through the information. This made me feel that I was at a live training. Also there were many great creative ideas and games for different age groups . I liked that the principal was easy do put the class together.
I feel very ready and inspired to teach yoga for children. I would 💯 recommend the training.
K
I loved training with Rainbow Yoga! I feel the quality of training was brilliant and easy to get through. There font of knowledge, wisdom and experience in this course is endless! So many fantastic, imaginative, fun ideas and resources to confidently go into the world of Children's Yoga. The only reason I gave 4 stars is that It wasn't made entirely clear to me at the beginning that i needed to comment on each page, so i had to go back and do them all after i completed the course. This was a little tedious and took me a lot loner that it should have but in the long run, made me into a better teacher. Thank you Rainbow Yoga! The support was great and can't wait to do a training in person!
W
I was curious about the concept of kids yoga, and throughout the course, I truly enjoyed learning about it through so many fun examples and explanations. Every time I watched a video, I couldn’t wait to try it out with children myself. I also realized that yoga is not a serious or rigid form of exercise, but something joyful and fun, which made this experience even more meaningful for me. Thank you for your wonderful teaching and sharing experiences. I will definitely recommend Rainbow Kids Yoga to my friends!
K
I found the course to be fun and very interesting. I greatly enjoyed learning a variety of techniques to teach yoga to children. The online portal was very easy to use and I easily worked through the modules, knowing I can ask questions and discuss ideas with others.
Your next step
Children remember how a class made them feel. Help them feel capable, connected, included and alive in their own bodies.
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$497.00
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