Terms and conditions - Teacher Trainings

Registration and Payments

Registration Fee & Reservation

  • To reserve your place on the training, you must pay either the registration fee (deposit), full course price, or the first installment of the monthly payment plan.

  • Your place on the training is only confirmed once payment has been received by SOMA Yoga Wandsworth.

  • The registration fee is non-refundable unless SOMA cancels the training.

Early Bird & Regular Pricing

  • To receive the Early Bird discount, full payment must be received by the Early Bird deadline stated on the event page.

  • For Regular Price, full payment is due by the date stated on the event page.

  • All fees must be paid in full before the training commences unless you are enrolled in an approved payment plan.

Payment Plans

  • SOMA offers a monthly payment plan structure via GoCardless for a £70 administration fee.

  • All payment plans must be agreed upon by SOMA and set up as a monthly direct debit via GoCardless.

  • The monthly payment plan is set up as a subscription with a contract, and the full amount must be paid by the final date stated on the event page.

  • If you are unable to join or complete the course, the payment plan must still be paid in full in accordance with the Refunds & Cancellations policy below.

Currency & Transfer Fees

  • Any additional costs such as bank transfer fees and currency conversion fees are the responsibility of the student.

  • SOMA must receive the full tuition amount stated.

Refunds and Cancellations

General Policy

  • Teacher training payments are non-refundable and non-transferable to other yoga teacher trainings or future dates.

  • If you cancel your place on the training, SOMA will not be able to refund any portion of the full payment.

  • At SOMA's sole discretion, some or all of the total fees may be refunded if we are able to fill your place on the training.

Withdrawal After Training Commences

  • If you must leave the training once it has started, SOMA will not be able to offer a partial refund for the remainder of the course and cannot transfer your place to a future training.

Special Circumstances

  • If you must withdraw from the program due to special circumstances such as serious illness, injury, significant change in circumstances, or bereavement, SOMA will unfortunately not be able to provide a refund.

  • At SOMA's discretion, we may allow you to defer remaining modules to a future training. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis and requires documented proof of the circumstances.

SOMA's Right to Cancel

  • SOMA reserves the right to cancel the training if minimum enrollment is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances.

  • In the event SOMA cancels the training, all payments (including the registration fee) will be fully refunded.

Attendance Requirements

Mandatory Attendance

  • To meet Yoga Alliance regulations and Spanda Institute requirements, it is compulsory to attend 100% of the training modules.

  • Please ensure you can fully commit to the training and all stated dates prior to registration.

Making Up Missed Modules

  • If you miss a lecture, day, or weekend, you can make up for it by booking a private lesson with a lead teacher. You may make up a maximum of 4 days in this manner.

  • Some modules may be completed on-demand instead of in-person, but this will only be permitted for life emergencies or major pre-commitments and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • All missed modules must be arranged and paid for by the student at £85 per hour for the teacher's time.

  • All missed content must be completed before graduation.

Punctuality

  • Please be punctual for all sessions. If you are repeatedly late, SOMA reserves the right to ask you to reschedule the module at additional cost.

Graduation Requirements

  • To successfully complete this teacher training, you must:

    • Attend all required course hours (or make up missed sessions as outlined above)

    • Complete all written assignments

    • Pass the written and teaching exams

    • Complete your graduation project

  • SOMA is committed to supporting you in meeting these requirements.

Completion requirements

Code of Conduct

Expected Behavior

  • All students are expected to conduct themselves with respect, integrity, and professionalism throughout the training.

  • SOMA is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all participants.

Removal for Misconduct

  • No refunds will be given if SOMA removes a student from the training for misconduct.

  • Misconduct includes but is not limited to: violation of the Code of Conduct, harassment, bullying, discrimination, or any behavior that is inappropriate, disruptive, or harmful to the welfare of the training, instructors, or fellow students.

  • SOMA reserves the right to remove any student whose behavior negatively impacts the learning environment.

Force Majeure

Postponement Due to Unforeseen Circumstances

  • In the case of force majeure (including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions, or other events beyond SOMA's control) where the training cannot proceed as planned, the training will be postponed to a time and location when it can safely proceed.

  • No cash refunds will be issued in the event of postponement due to force majeure.

  • If the course is postponed partway through, SOMA will rearrange the remaining modules. If you are unable to attend the rescheduled dates, SOMA will transfer you to the next available training that suits your schedule.

Photography & Video

Use of Images & Video

  • SOMA reserves the right to take photographs and videos during the teacher training for marketing and promotional purposes.

  • These materials may be used on SOMA's website, social media, promotional materials, and other marketing channels.

  • If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, or do not want your image used in SOMA marketing materials, please inform SOMA in writing prior to the start of the training.

Limitation of Liability

Health & Safety

  • You acknowledge that yoga practice involves physical activity and carries inherent risks.

  • You are responsible for ensuring you are physically and mentally fit to participate in the training.

  • SOMA and its instructors are not liable for any injury, illness, loss, or damage sustained during the training.

  • You are advised to consult with a healthcare provider before beginning the training if you have any health concerns.

Personal Belongings

  • SOMA is not responsible for any loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings during the training.

Data Protection & Privacy

Personal Information

  • SOMA will collect and store personal information in accordance with GDPR and UK data protection laws.

  • Your information will be used solely for the purposes of administering your enrollment, communicating with you about the training, and maintaining our community.

  • We will not share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

  • You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time.

Acceptance of Terms

By registering for and making payment toward the 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at SOMA Yoga School, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms & Conditions.

If you have any questions about these terms, please contact us at soma@wandsworthyoga.com before registering.

Last updated: March 3rd, 2026.