for the advanced iyengar yoga practitioner…

…at Yogaschool Amsterdam 2026 – 2027

Yogaschool Amsterdam offers space for advanced Iyengar yoga practitioners as well as certified Iyengar yoga teachers (CIYT). You will see one Advanced class per week in the regular schedule. There is also space on Thursday mornings for your personal practice.

Iyengar Yoga Atelier

‘Deepening in Asana & Pranayama for Advanceds and Mentees’ Seven Sundays and one Wednesday during the Christmas holidays. This is for advanced Iyengar yoga practitioners. Meet other people on your Iyengar yoga journey and work together on the Level 1 and 2 syllabi under the guidance of Kristien to broaden your understanding.

Iyengar Yoga Teaching Atelier

Participants preparing for a teaching exam are encouraged to practice teaching. A practice-oriented learning environment for (aspiring) Iyengar yoga teachers to refine all aspects of teaching: from class preparation and clear demonstration to group organization, precise instructional language, keen observation, and effective verbal feedback. Learn to confidently guide, correct, and assist students, while developing insight into student psychology.

Led by Kristien—with over 35 years of experience in Iyengar yoga, a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT) since 1999, and a mentor since 2012—this workshop combines practice, theory, and personal growth. Here, you will develop the skills and insight to grow into a confident, competent, and inspiring teacher.

DATes IYENGAR YOGA ATELIERS ’26 – ’27

Sundays from 13:30 to 16:30 and one Wednesday morning

  • 18 en 31 October
  • Wo 23 December 10:00 – 13:00 
  • 24 January
  • 21 February
  • 21 March
  • 18 April
  • 23 May

DATes IYENGAR YOGA teaching ATELIERS ’26 – ’27

Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and one Wednesday

  • 17 October                                                     
  • 1 November
  • 23 December 14:00 – 17:00                      
  • 23 January                                                       
  • 20 February                                                      
  • 20 March                                                         
  • 17 april                                                           
  • 22 May     

To become an Iyengar yoga teacher, Kristien (Level 3 CIYT with 35 years of Iyengar yoga practice) will discuss with you whether you can be trained by her. This is possible if you have followed Iyengar yoga lessons for at least three years. Such a training lasts at least three years and Kristien will be your mentor. Because you work alone or in a small group, your trajectory can start at any time during the year. What is expected of you then?

  • At least 3 times a week to the regular classes in the school. One of the three lessons must be a Beginners class, which you will quickly assist. If you don’t live in Amsterdam, we can make an arrangement about following lessons and assisting, possibly with video recordings and zoom connection.
  • Set up a personal practice
  • Read the books of the Iyengars
  • Take theory classes and do homework assignments
  • Take the Teachers class online from the mother institute in Pune with Kristien
  • Take the in depth course, other advanced courses or YogAteliers
  • Become a member of the BKS Iyengar Yoga Association Netherlands

Also inform yourself about the ‘In-depth course‘ in Utrecht where Hiske van der Meulen, Kerry Reinking, Nanda Peek and Kristien each teach for four days.

Could I join? You can participate in all of the above activities if you have followed two years of regular Iyengar yoga classes. In Yogaschool Amsterdam we create an atmosphere where everyone can learn from and with each other. After all, you are primarily an Iyengar yoga practitioner. Thinking about becoming a teacher, or working towards the Level 2 exam? Request a meeting with Kristien to see if there’s room.