YogaBellies School

I enrolled on the course with little yoga experience feeling excited and nervous all in one! The support from Cheryl and the ladies also enrolled is great, we are all learning together. The course has lots of information and I had a lot to learn, this can be done in my own time which is great around family life and work. I’m so happy I decided to enrol, it’s life changing! Absolutely amazing!

We are Half way through already! I have really enjoyed the EMPOWER 300 YTT course thus far, Module 1 really opened up a whole new depth of yoga knowledge particularly the spiritual aspect and I loved learning more about Ayurveda, Module 2 has really allowed me to appreciate our natural cycles & opened my eyes to living more in tune with nature, the seasons and in particular the moon and it’s relation the our menstrual cycle, as the course is limited to a small number of women it feels like an intimate group and safe space to share our personal experiences and wisdom together and make real friends whilst gaining a deeper understanding of yoga philosophy and practical knowledge. I am pleasantly surprised by the in depth course materials provided by Cheryl especially the extra courses for foundational yoga knowledge which is particularly beneficial for a non yoga teacher like me, the lifetime access to the materials also means I can dip in and out of these areas of study at my own pace and in as much depth as I choose, the hormonal eating plan, birth rocks, pregnancy and menopause additional materials included also provide for greater understanding of these topics alongside the EMPOWER course. I have also enjoyed access to the Yogabellies teachers lounge as well as the empower group to provide further opportunity to meet others in the yogabellies family and gain some insight from other yoga teachers and their existing knowledge. The course is refreshing in that it does not put high pressure on us to achieve certain academic grades and feels more about growing and learning over time and understanding that each module can be completed without having to “know it all” at once but that we can use the live lectures, handbooks & nest sessions to gain a foundation of knowledge in the particular module area and to sufficiently complete the module but know we will continue to use the additional materials and recommended reading throughout our lifetime and that together with our own personal yoga practice will enable us to develop practical yoga and teaching skills over time. Also thanks to the small groups undertaking the course at any given time, it means rather than feeing like a lost number in a high volume academic setting, I feel my voice can be heard and I can gain a deeper connection with those participating and teaching in the course despite being online rather than in person training and also allows for those of us to share the course across different countries. I would definitely recommend the course to any other women seeking a new challenge and wanting to develop their yoga practice and knowledge and/or wishing to teach female friendly yoga at every life stage. Thanks 🙏🏼 🧘‍♀️Katie Brown Svennebye

Cheryl has worked tirelessly to provide a course which not only develops you as a practical yoga teacher, but also to understand the fundamental foundations of yoga in a mental and spiritual sense. Yoga with Cheryl and the girls has already transformed my life and continues to enhance it each day. It is not about who can do the best headstands and bends, it is about loving yourself and the body you have. It is about understanding what is going on and how to enhance your own life to then be able to help others. I have never been so in tune with my own body as I am now.

I am currently halfway through my EMPOWER 300 YTT and can honestly say I am loving every second of it. I was so nervous before I started, I wasn't sure I would be able to keep on top of it all and wasn't sure how involved I would feel with it being online. Since I've started I've got to know some wonderful ladies, I have built up a connection with the girls in my nest and we feel like we have known each other for years but its just been a few months. The group are so supportive, from your nest to your SYT and Cheryl too. Its been a transformative experience for me so far, I have made such small changes to my life based on some of the things I'm learning but the outcome of that is huge. I have changed my mindset to menstruation, I have learnt to adapt my yoga practice based on which stage of the cycle I'm in. I have also learnt that yoga practice is a whole lot more than just postures. I'm seeing things differently in my every day, I'm embracing things that I didn't before....I'm just loving it. The content is so varied and interesting, you can take what you want from it and the delivery from Cheryl is so engaging and uplifting. I'm also really enjoying the life class run-throughs with different senior yoga teachers and seeing how their styles vary. This course is giving me back what I have been missing for years. I'm gaining confidence which I had lost since leaving my career and I'm seeing how I could build a future on these foundations. Thank you to Cheryl for developing such a collaborative, engaging, varied and interesting course. I don't have any regrets! Georgie x

I signed up for the Empower 300 YTT purely from the perspective of wanting to become a yoga teacher working with ladies in pregnancy and postnatally, but the course has offered so much more than that. It is truly a course that every female at every life stage will benefit from. I have not only learnt so much about yoga, I have learnt about the wonders of the human body, our hormones, the impact of our environment, the importance of diet and nutrition, the wonder of aromatherapy and most importantly about myself. I have already been commenting to my female friends and family members about how can we not know this stuff - how is it not taught in schools or in families... I really look forward to using what I have learnt for myself as I progress through life, as well as offering a wonderful yoga practice for other ladies.

I’ve loved every minute of Empower so far. There is so much information at hand and Cheryl & the team are quick to answer any further questions. I’ve been thinking about doing a course like this for a while and so glad I waited until now. Empower is so thorough and the live sessions are invaluable. I’ve learnt so much in a short time and looking forward to the remaining modules. I would highly recommend this course to anyone thinking about becoming a yoga teacher or working on their personal development. I feel confident in what I’ve learnt so far and love that there are so many resources to refer back to in future. The inclusion of guest speakers is a fantastic addition. Cheryl is so knowledgeable, welcoming and down to earth - a fantastic role model. You are made to feel so welcome and included in the group. All the senior yoga teachers are experienced and inspiring. I’m so excited for my journey ahead. Thank you empower. Katieanne

I can honestly see why the course is called Empower. It’s so inspiring to me as a female. The wealth of information is amazing and will keep me invested to keep learning for years to come! Even if you do not want to teach at the end of it, I’m still on a bit of a journey with this 😊 the things you learn about yourself for your own personal development is great. I love the content. I’m a busy working mum of two kids so i do wish I had more time to spend on the course as I love it but I’m trying to give myself more time for me. That’s one of the things this teaches us. It’s not optional to look after ourselves as women, it’s essential. I’ve loved getting to know Cheryl who I think is the most incredible women I’ve ever come across and the other ladies who are all so supportive. I just wished we all lived near each other but I’m sure we will all meet in person at some point in the future!

I am part way though the Empower training and really loving it. The content is relevant to me and the different stages of my life (I began peri-menopause within 12 months of having a baby), and is also giving me the knowledge and understanding I need to become a yoga teacher. I am managing to fit the requirements of the course around work and family life, and although I found everything a little overwhelming initially, I’ve come to realise that’s how I react to anything new! Once i got my head around the schedule and got organised, I’ve loved it. Cheryl is always on hand to help if we have any issues and her knowledge and own journey is truly inspiring.

The course content is well thought out, put together and presented. The flexibility of the course is great too, the recordings give you lots of options if you’re not able to join in live, and also to go back and recap on any areas of particular interest. The presenters are well informed, knowledgeable and approachable, everything you’d expect from a first class training course. Then course materials are well presented and easy to follow. Thanks for putting together such a wonderful course Cheryl. Women empowering other women to be the best version of themselves is exactly what we should all be doing. Keep up the great work and I would highly recommend the course to others wishing to deepen their knowledge of the benefits of yoga throughout a woman’s life cycle.