Assessment
The Assessment Process
Assessment is a rigorous, standardized testing process, which includes an observed practice of asanas and pranayamas, a written exam that includes anatomy and yogic philosophy, and a demonstration of teaching skills in which candidates teach students a predetermined sequence of asanas.
Having passed their initial assessment, teachers may identify themselves as Teachers-in-Training in the Iyengar Method. Only teachers who have passed both the Teacher-in-Training and Introductory assessments are entitled to identify themselves as Certified Teachers and to use the Certification Mark. Teachers not certified in the Iyengar method should not use the name Iyengar. All are asked to respect this.
Teachers-in-Training are required within two years to take the Introductory assessment. Passing further certification levels entitles teachers to teach special populations and therapeutic yoga, and to be mentors and assessors.
