Yoga Alliance Yoga Teacher Trainings in New Zealand
Have you always dreamed about doing what you love for a living?
This Asia Pacific Yoga Teacher Training might be for you!
Asia Pacific Yoga is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School that provides small group sized 200 Hour and 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings in New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Region. Founded in Bali, Asia Pacific Yoga has conducted and assisted in yoga teacher trainings in Bali, Pakistan, Spain, Tahiti and soon to be Malaysia.
We take pride in offering a practical, down-to-earth yoga teacher training that honours the depth and tradition of yoga. Our highly experienced yoga teacher trainers will guide students to deepen their understanding of their body, mind, and practice, while still embracing the transformative and profound aspects of yoga.
Ready to take the next step toward further personal growth and transformation?
Are you passionate about yoga?
Our Yoga Alliance accredited and internationally recognised Yoga Teacher Trainings are designed not only for aspiring teachers, but for those who are looking to immerse themselves in a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual transformation through yoga and meditation.
Our focus is on :
- Practicing
- Embodying
- Sharing
Keeping it Real
but ready to Fly
Asia Pacific Yoga Teacher Training provides a solid foundation to prepare you for a fulfilling teaching journey. Our program meets all Yoga Alliance Certification requirements and is held in a relaxed, supportive environment that fosters both personal growth and self-discovery.
You’ll have the space to explore new aspects of yourself, developing the skills and mindset to teach with authenticity and depth.
Whether your goal is to share your knowledge in community classes, pursue a meaningful career helping others, or simply deepen your own practice, Asia Pacific Yoga Teacher Training can be the gateway to a new phase of life.
You’ll leave not only with certification but with a renewed sense of empowerment, connection, and readiness to make a positive impact through the transformative practice of yoga.
Why Train With Asia Pacific Yoga
We know that there are many yoga teacher training courses to choose from so here’s what we are proud to offer you :
- Every student gets lots of attention because we keep our groups small – no more than 8 people
- Our YTTs are held in amazing tranquil locations close to nature and with easy access to the beach
- An immersive, transformational experience in a safe, supportive environment with like-minded people
- Deepen your practice with daily yoga, meditation, pranayama and workshops
- Expand your knowledge with daily lectures on yoga philosophy, anatomy, chakras and much more
- Get comfortable with giving and receiving adjustments
- Learn to start teaching in the very first week
- Reasonable and affordable
Upcoming New Zealand Yoga Teacher Trainings
200 Hour YTT, May 2025
19 May – 6 Jun 2025
Taupo, New Zealand
Take the first step towards your yoga teaching career.
Discover the beauty of May where Taupo’s Late Autumn backdrop of golden hues meet crisp, clear skies.
300 Hour YTT, Oct 2025
13 Oct – 7 Nov 2025
Taupo, New Zealand
Build on your knowledge as a yoga teacher and take your teaching to the next level.
The fresh happy atmosphere of colourful blooms and newborn lambs make late spring an inspiring time to come.
200 Hour YTT, Nov 2025
17 Nov – 5 Dec 2025
Taupo, New Zealand
Do what you love for a living. Take the first step in becoming a Yoga Teacher!
Summer is nearly here, make the most of Taupo’s beautiful long warm days and cooler nights.
Malaysia 200 Hour YTT
26 Jun – 2 Aug 2026
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
We will be heading to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for the first time to offer our established 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in a convenient 6 weekend format.
Warm weather and good food, what more can you ask for!
What Makes Our YTT Special
Here at Asia Pacific Yoga, we strive to create immersive, expansive and transformational experiences that you will not forget. We believe in keeping our groups small, a maximum of 8 students, so that each student gets the maximum benefit out of the training and the proper attention he or she deserves.
Yoga practises are about feeling better. It is not about what it looks like. It is about what it feels like. Our trainings are about exploration, not perfection. We are passionate about our yoga and love to share these simple but profound practices.
We go by the principles of every body is DIFFERENT. We understand that there is no ‘One Size Fits All’ when it comes to yoga and that every student has different needs when learning how to teach yoga.
So join us for a few weeks of immersive yoga practices, pranayama, meditation and transformative self-development techniques to connect with your unique self.
Release whatever is holding you back and empower yourself to go out and share what you love and help others live a more fulfilled, happier and healthier life.
Meet Your Yoga Teacher Trainers
Steve Hall
Yoga Teacher Trainer
Steve has over 30 years of yoga experience and has been involved with yoga teacher trainings for more than a decade. He emphasises on how a pose feels, rather than how it looks. As a curious and open person, Steve is always seeking more yogic experiences and eager to expand his knowledge.
Joleen Lunjew
Yoga Teacher Trainer
Joleen Lunjew is a dedicated yoga teacher and practitioner who is passionate about empowering and inspiring individuals to reach their fullest potential through movement, breath, wellness, nutrition, and a holistic, mindful approach to life. Her strength is her calmness, softness and grace and that she brings to her classes.
What Our Students Say About Us
"In the transformative journey of my recent yoga teacher training, led by the incredible duo of Joleen and Steve, I found more than just a certification – I discovered a profound experience that transcends the realms of conventional learning. Their wealth of knowledge, coupled with unwavering professionalism, created an environment where wisdom flowed endlessly. I am forever thankful for this opportunity, for it has not only honed my teaching skills but also transformed me holistically. With newfound confidence, I am ready to embark on my teaching journey, inspired by the wisdom and grace of Joleen and Steve. If you seek a yoga teacher training that goes beyond the ordinary, where learning is intimate, and growth is boundless, this training is the beacon guiding your path toward becoming a yoga teacher."
"This teacher training was more than I could have ever imagined. Steve and Joleen are not only incredibly knowledgable, but extraordinarily kind, caring, and compassionate. You can truly feel the passion they both share of yoga and teaching. Seriously, I cannot imagine being in better hands for any level of teacher training, whether it is your 200hr or 300hr! The discussions and lectures held were not only informative, but stimulating and entertaining. The daily practices were absolutely beautiful as well. I cannot rave about this school enough!"
"Such an amazing, enlightening beautiful 3 weeks. Joleen and Steve are amazing teachers and such lovely and supportive people. We started teaching on the first day and I came a very long way since then. I had moments of feeling like I wasn’t going to be a good teacher and was really anxious at first but Joleen and Steve reassured me and by the last week I transformed into an awesome yoga teacher. Such a great course. So glad I chose to do it with Joleen and Steve. I learnt so much about yoga and life itself. Feel like a better person for it. Such a great group of people did the course alongside me and we had the best time, feels like I have so many new friends for life. Really awesome location and beautiful house as well. Thank you for everything Joleen and Steve. You guys are the best and I am eternally grateful. Also you can see all the stars really clearly at night. Such a magical place."
"The best thing you can do for your Soul. If you have a passion for the body, want your mind to be stimulated and take your yoga to the next level - do not think about it...book your training with Asia Pacific Yoga now. You will not regret it. Joleen and Steve are the most beautiful, passionate, humble, caring, knowledgeable souls. I had such a amazing experience ( not to mention so many laughs) and will bring the teachings and the beautiful people I have met always with me. I have come out of the training a greater version of myself, more knowledgeable, confident and I am ready to share this with others. Thank you Joleen and Steve ( and little Zach), and for the beautiful yogis who i will forever keep in touch with for spreading your love, hospitality and happiness. Much love to you all - kiss and love x x o”
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