the Mentorship Program
immerse yourself in tradition & holistic knowledge
New batch starting January 6 2026
For Dedicated Students and Yoga Teachers
This program offers more than just knowledge—it’s an immersive experience designed to help you become a confident, knowledgeable, and skilled yoga teacher who embodies yoga beyond physical practice.
The TMY Mentorship Program is a uniquely immersive, lineage-based exploration designed to refine your yoga practice and teaching over four years. Unlike modern yoga programs, we honour yoga as a holistic system—integrating Pranayama, Authenticity, Sanskrit Basics, Chanting, and Yoga Therapy into a deeply meaningful learning journey.
You will learn directly from 4 expert teachers, each a leader in their field, with over 80 years of combined experience in Ashtanga yoga, Anatomy & Chiropractic, Vedic Philosophy, Ayurveda and Antaranga Yoga. This is a true lineage-based mentorship, bridging traditional wisdom with modern application and providing the knowledge and skills needed to become a confident, authentic yoga teacher.
A Flexible, In-Depth Training Rooted in Tradition
The mentorship program offers a structured path for dedicated practitioners and teachers seeking a deeper understanding of yoga. Designed as a five-year, 500-hour journey, it provides ongoing guidance. Each year’s theme helps to enliven the understanding of oneself, what it means to be a teacher and to share information authentically, keeping the true essence of yoga.
Students may choose to:
- Join for the first quarter to explore the program
- Enrol for an entire year to engage in a progressive curriculum (most recommended)
- Be a part of the complete five-year path for a comprehensive experience
- Attend in-person 1-month immersions for hands-on learning
Those committing to a full year or the entire program are given priority as spaces are limited.
This is an opportunity to grow within a supportive, experienced community while honoring the depth of yoga’s teachings.
While the mentorship is a five-year commitment, the Roots in Wisdom Immersions (100-hour in-person summer courses) are available separately for all students. Mentorship students are encouraged to attend each year’s immersion to complete their studies together.
Become a Carrier of Tradition
Access to On-Demand Courses
Practice at your Own Pace
Traditional Yoga Teaching
Be a Part of A Thriving Community
What Will You Learn?
Become a Carrier of Tradition
learn to carry the torch of yoga without dilution
Access to 4 Senior Yoga Teachers
covering all aspects of yoga and the sister science Ayurveda
Gain Confidence
overcome self-doubt and become a more empowered, authentic teacher
Advanced Teaching Tools
learn effective methods for cueing, sequencing, and hands-on adjustments
Community Connection
join a supportive network of like-minded yoga teachers
Ongoing Learning
access to endless workshops and resources
Vedic Chanting
learn to chant as it was originally taught with correct pronunciation and rules
How to be a “Good” Yoga Teacher
learning to understand who we are, and where we see from
Accessing Injury
learn how to help students continue practice and learn when to send to a specialist
Who is the Mentorship Program for?
Who Is This For?
- Yoga teachers who feel stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from authentic teachings
- Dedicated practitioners looking to go beyond asana and integrate yoga into their daily lives
- Those who lack confidence in their teaching, adjusting skills, and guiding students effectively
- Teachers and students who feel overwhelmed by inconsistent or surface-level information and want to learn yoga rooted in tradition
What Will You Gain?
- Confidence in your teaching, adjustments, and ability to guide students with clarity
- A personal practice that integrates pranayama, meditation, philosophy, and Ayurveda
- A clear understanding of the body-mind-breath connection and its application in teaching and self-practice
- A strong foundation in traditional yoga that makes your teaching precise
- Mentorship from experienced teachers who provide direct guidance, personal support and accountability
What Makes This Different?
Most yoga programs either:
- Focus only on asana, missing the depth of yoga
- Teach philosophy without applying it to practical teaching
- Lack personal mentorship, leaving students with knowledge but no real-world application
This program bridges the gap by integrating:
- Traditional wisdom with modern applications
- Philosophy & Sanskrit and integration into a yoga class
- Anatomy & injury recovery with case studies
- Pranayama & Ayurveda in daily life
- A personal mentorship that guides you to becoming a capable, authentic teacher
Topics Covered
Meet Your Mentors
What’s Included
- 4 Live monthly meetings with either Tara Mitra, Dr Rob, Dr Vigneshwar or Dr Padmini
- Case studies: Learn functions of the body, mind and managing injury
- Access to members only pre-recorded classes
- A holistic, authentic approach to teaching and practicing yoga
- A thriving community of dedicated yoga teachers
Curriculum Outline
Each part of this program is thoughtfully crafted to provide comprehensive knowledge of yoga as a whole, while guiding you to teach with authenticity, skill, and confidence.
Every year unfolds over three quarters, each one carefully designed to build upon the next:
Q1: Āśraya – The Pillar of Yoga
Āśraya means support, refuge, and foundation, embodying the core teachings, the spine, and the depth of yoga philosophy. This quarter focuses on the spine, the foundations of teaching, pranayama, and authenticity.
Yoga Authenticity
Role of a Teacher, Sanskrit Basics, Chanting & Pronunciation, Teaching Skills, Opening & Closing Chants
Pranayama
Nadis, Seated Postures, Basic Breath Awareness, Preparatory Practices, Bandhas, Five Traditional Techniques
Anatomy & Yoga Therapy
Case Studies, Spinal Movements, Understanding the Spine, Breath & Movement, Sun & Moon Elements in the Body
Philosophy
Introduction to Vedic Scriptures and their Relevance to the Yogic Path, the Six Schools of Indian Philosophy
Ayurveda
The 3 Pillars of Ayurveda: Sattva, Atma and Sharira & Health Practices related to the 3 Pillars of Ayurveda
Application & Teaching Lab
How to confidently teach foundational practices, Real World Case Studies
Q2: Ucchvāsa – The Expansion of Breath (The Respiratory System)
Ucchvāsa means inhalation, upliftment, and expansion, embodying breath awareness and respiratory freedom. This quarter focuses on the respiratory system, the role of breath in teaching, and deepening pranayama.
Yoga Authenticity
Active listening, Pitch, Shravanam, The Student-Teacher Relationship, Developing Intuition in Teaching, Art of Adjusting
Pranayama
Expanding previous practices, Three more Traditional Techniques, Drishti, Dinacharya Practices, Anatomy of Pelvic Floor, When to and Not to Practice
Anatomy & Yoga Therapy
The Rib Cage, Heart, and Respiratory System.
Philosophy
Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga and Bhakti Yoga Ayurveda: Vayu and Prana Vayu & Healthy Practices related to Maintaining Breath Application & Teaching Lab: Case studies, Practice Teaching, Breathwork for Injury Recovery
Q3: Mano Vṛtti – The Movements of the Mind (The Nervous System)
Mano (mind) + Vṛtti (fluctuations), referring to how the nervous system shapes mental states and our yoga practice. This quarter focuses on breath awareness, the nervous system, and mental clarity.
Yoga Authenticity
Ethics, Boundaries, and Holding Space for Students, Vedic Chanting
Pranayama
Introduction to Kriyas, Chanting as a Pranayama, Breath Retention & its Physiology
Anatomy & Yoga Therapy
The Diaphragm, Pranayama & Its Effect on the Body & Mind
Philosophy:
Jnana Yoga, Practice and Renunciation, Techniques for Mastering the Mind
Ayurveda
Mind-body Connection According to Ayurveda & Diet and Lifestyle Related to Mental Health
Application & Teaching Lab
Teaching Meditation, Breath & Nervous System Integration
Roots & Wisdom: 100 hr in-Person - Annual Summer Immersions (Hampshire, England)
At the end of each study year, join us for a one-month in-person, 100 hour intensive to apply and refine the skills you’ve developed. These yearly immersions are a key part of the program, allowing you to practice what you’ve learned, receive guidance, and deepen your teaching in a hands-on, supportive environment.
Over the next four years, you’ll continue to evolve alongside us, gaining confidence, clarity, and mastery in every aspect of your yoga journey. These in-person Immersions are an extension of the Mentorship Program but are not included (pricing separate). You don’t have to take the mentorship program to join, but it is suggested students in the Mentorship Program join to complete each year of study together.
400 hrs in the Summer Immersions over 4 years
Schedule
Weekly Class Structure
Each quarter spans three months, with four live classes per month
Week 1
Yoga Authenticity with Tara Mitra
Week 2
Pranayama with Dr Rob
Week 3
Yoga Philosophy & Ayurveda with Dr Vigneshwar Bhat
Week 4
Anatomy & Yoga Therapy with Tara Mitra & Dr Rob
In addition, there will be approximately 1 hour of self study to complete in your own time each week. This will consist of pre-recorded videos, handouts as well as time for self reflection.
Live Class Timing – Every Tuesday
10:00 AM Dallas | 11:00 AM NYC | 5:00 PM Brussels | 4:00 PM London | 9:30 PM India
All classes are via zoom and recordings will be shared
Quarterly Schedule
Q1 — Tuesdays 4-5pm GMT
Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
Mar 3, 10, 17, 24
Q2 — Tuesdays 4-5pm GMT
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
Jun 2, 9, 16, 23
In person Summer School — Jul 15 to Aug 15, 2026, Hampshire England
Q3 — 12 Tuesdays (starts after the 2-week break)
Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
Nov 3, 10, 17
*There will be no live classes on: March 31 and June 30 2026
What Students Say
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m not a yoga teacher; can I still join this program?
Yes, the program is open to dedicated yoga practitioners who want to deepen their personal practice as well as those who aspire to teach. Whether you’re looking to become a teacher or simply improve your practice, this mentorship offers valuable guidance.
Do I need prior experience in Ashtanga Yoga to join?
While previous experience with yoga is helpful, it’s not mandatory. The program accommodates both beginners and experienced practitioners, guiding you step by step through traditional Ashtanga Yoga.
Can I cancel or withdraw from the program if necessary?
We understand that life can be unpredictable. If you need to withdraw, please contact us directly to discuss the cancellation process and applicable terms.
Is this program available online, or do I need to attend in person?
The program is online, including both live classes and prerecorded classes, making it accessible to participants worldwide.
Will I receive a certificate at the end of this program?
Yes, participants who complete the program will receive a certification, which can help further your teaching journey or enhance your personal practice.
Is the program suitable for those recovering from injuries or dealing with trauma?
Absolutely. The program includes specialised training in yoga anatomy, therapy, and trauma-informed yoga, offering tools for healing and managing stress, anxiety, or physical challenges safely.
Will there be opportunities for peer interaction and community building?
Yes, the program fosters a supportive community environment through group classes, workshops, and shared learning experiences, allowing participants to connect, share insights, and grow together.
Can I attend the program part-time if I have other commitments?
While the program is designed to be immersive, we understand that many participants may have other commitments. However, to gain benefits of these rare teachings of yoga we recommend showing up as much as possible. Flexible scheduling options may be available, allowing for part-time participation. Please inquire for more details.