Online Yoga Courses
October 4, 2026 2026-10-04 17:25Online Yoga Courses
ONLINE YOGA COURSES
Understand the anatomy behind your yoga practice
Explore foundation asana practice, breathing and the science of movement with the EFWA Yoga Foundations Certificate. Study online at your own pace, with tutor support through the course Q&A.
- 100% online and self-paced
- Applied anatomy and physiology
- Unlimited course access
YOUR STARTING POINT
Yoga Foundations Certificate
An introduction to asana practice with a clear grounding in how the body moves. Connect postures and breathing with joint action, muscle function and exercise physiology.
- Foundation asana practice and modifications
- Breathing technique
- Locomotor system anatomy
- Exercise physiology
- Systems anatomy and physiology
ANATOMY AND PRACTICE
Build understanding alongside movement
Study the foundations
Work through locomotor system anatomy, exercise physiology, and systems anatomy and physiology.
Explore asana practice
Relate foundation postures, modifications and breathing technique to the body’s structure and function.
Return and ask questions
Revisit the material at your own pace and use the course Q&A when you need clarification.
YOUR TUTORS
Theory and practical instruction
Dr Mert Eray Onen
The theoretical core is written and delivered by Dr Mert Eray Onen, author of Anatomy of the Locomotor System, who has taught anatomy and kinesiology at university level since 2004.
Melisa Arslan
Practical instruction is delivered by Melisa Arslan, whose teaching background includes Pilates and yoga.
QUICK ANSWERS
Yoga course questions
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is entirely online and self-paced, so you can organise study around your schedule.
Will I keep access after completion?
Yes. Access to course materials continues indefinitely, and you can raise questions through the course Q&A.
Is this a full yoga teacher-training qualification?
No. This programme develops yoga foundations and anatomical understanding. Its practical component introduces asana practice; it does not provide Yoga Alliance registration or RYT status.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Explore Yoga Foundations
Read the curriculum and course details, or ask EFWA a question before choosing your programme.
