unearth the teacher within.
WELCOME TO THE INITIATION
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING BALI.
NOVEMBER 20TH - DECEMBER 12TH.
This one month Teacher Training is for those who are ready too immerse themselves in the ancient science of liberation, AKA Yoga.
It’s for those who want to deepen their knowledge of Yoga’s Philosophy, and expand their personal Practice.
It’s for those who want to learn the skills of facilitation, space holding, and Teaching Yoga.
It’s for those who are hungry to be in a space that propels them to live their fullest potential.
C’mon bbe, let me show you around.
The Initiation is a Foundational Yoga Teacher Training for curious students, who are ready to become Embodied Teachers.
A deeply intimate, life enriching experience lead by Helen Wilkes. A devoted teacher for 10 years, a successful studio owner for 7, and a student of Yoga for 14.
The Initiation is a 1 month container that propels you into deeper levels of truth, embodiment and power.
It requires you to show up inside of your full YES, and allow the process and the practice of Yoga to detonate anything that is standing in between you, and the life you know you came here to live.
Between our world class Vinyasa Yoga Method, to our outstanding Teaching faculty, to the time we devote to your personal evolution & unique journey as a Teacher, to the fact that you start teaching from the moment you walk through those Shala doors.
This deeply intimate + soul led immersive Yoga Teacher Training leaves no stone unturned when it comes to you becoming a deeply resourced human being, and a supremely skilled Yoga Teacher.
THE INITIATION IS A LEADER IN ITS FIELD.
IT TAKES YOU PLACES OTHER TRAININGS WON’T GO.
IT’S INTIMATE, AUTHENTIC + BESPOKE AF.
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE AF
In most other trainings you are in a sea of students, lost in big groups with little time with your Lead Teacher.
In The Initiation your Teacher Training group is limited to 10, giving you an unheard of amount of time with your Lead Teacher Helen. Infact 80% of the training is led by Helen, and the rest by her Team of experienced Teachers (that taught Helen!)
In The Initiation we keep it simple. We deep dive into what we believe to be the most important and impactful Yogic topics for the beginning of your journey, giving you so much space and time to not just immerse yourself in each enriching Yogic topic, but to form life long bonds with the Teaching faculty member that Teaches it.
In most other trainings they fill your schedule with a million and one insights on Yoga and a gazillion different teachers that teach it, dipping your toes into so many topics and meeting so many teachers, but never really allowing you to immerse, embody or form relationships with one.
In most other trainings the trainings are overcrowded and the time Teaching infront of your lead & support Teacher, receiving personalised feedback is limited to 2-3 times towards the end.
No, really. You maybe get an hour and you rarely get feedback.
In The Initiation there is a HUGE focus on Teaching, I know that sounds really odd but 99% of YTT’s do not focus on you becoming a Teacher. We do. You teach constantly, and I would actually say the standard of this YTT is more of a facilitators standard, meaning it will transform how you lead and hold space in every other area of your life. It’s exceptional.
In The Initiation we Teach you everything you need to know about Yoga and the Teaching of it, plus we hold space for your own personal transformation as you learn it. You will meet your shadow and your edges during this experience, and we will be there to support you moving through them. With specific sessions to support you with managing stress, limiting beliefs and just air how you are feeling.
In most other Trainings they teach you solely about Yoga, whilst you go through your own personal transformation alone. Meaning you often feel alone, overwhelmed and question why you’re doing it.
In The Initiation you are given personal, individualised feedback from Day One. I am invested in your journey 110%. You will receive feedback, encouragement, support and a times some tough love ;) allowing the transformation of this container to truly take place.
In most other trainings you get a little feedback here and there in a group setting, with your main feedback being at the end of the training. This doesn't usually come from your lead teacher, but support coaches.
SO, YES. WHEN I SAY WE ARE REVOLUTIONISING THE YOGA INDUSTRY? I MEAN IT.
LEAD TEACHER: HELEN WILKES
I started my Yoga journey 10 years ago.
Yoga came into my life at a time where I was unsure of my direction in life, riddled with self doubt and entirely disconnected from my body.
The path that the Teachings & the practice have taken me on has transformed my relationship with myself, my purpose and the world around me, in ways that I could honestly never have imagined, and in ways that no other experience has been able to do since.
I opened The Collaborative Maroubra in 2016 to share this love and passion with fellow yoga students. Seven years on I couldn’t feel more privileged to now be sharing it, plus my years of experience, with future yoga teachers.
I have grown a rich community, an incredibly successful business, and a meaningful movement that has impacted 1000’s of people.
I credit this personal and professional success to my Teaching. You couldn’t pay me to give it up! It humbles me, it brings me back to my body, it keeps me fiercely connected to the truth.
Part of my life’s work is to teach people how to use these practices, so they can remember who they really are, what they came here for, and how to make it all transpire.
THROUGH OUR TEACHER TRAINING YOU WILL...
FALL DEEPLY IN LOVE WITH THE YOGA PRACTICE.
No really, you will spend 50% of the training screeching NO WAY! as you learn where these rich teachings came from, the insane way the ancient Yogis created practices that modern science is only just coming around too, and just how deeply they can support every layer of who we are.
LEARN THE ART OF TEACHING IN YOUR OWN WAY.
We are not just here to teach you all about Yoga, we are here to teach you how to teach it. Many trainings fall short in this area. Leaving you confused, lacking confidence, and feeling like you need to do a level 2 training to learn how to teach what you’ve just learnt. (read that again, this is SO common).
This is where we differ.
We leave ample space to focus deeply on uncovering your own unique way of teaching, and how you might like to share it (through classic classes, in your current business or simply with your family). We know that you can have all of the information in the world, but if you don’t know how to share it, what’s the point?
We leave you frothing to stand up and share your own unique expression of the Yoga Practice.
LEARN FROM A DEEPLY EMBODIED TEACHING FACULTY.
Our teacher training faculty is a collection of women who have been teaching & studying Yoga for over 20 years. Each teacher brings their own zones of genius, vast lived experience and unique ways of educating you.
BE INSPIRED BY ANCIENT TEXTS AND PHILOSOPHIES.
Our training gifts you a deep insight into the roots of Yoga, with teachers who have been studying it for over a decade. It'll open up a blossoming relationship between you and the ancient scripts and language that will revolutionize your understanding. We don’t just stop here though. Our unique learning process will see you confidently share these ancient philosophies in a modern, relatable way.
We are dedicated to ensuring that Yoga’s history doesn’t continue living in the past, it lives on through you.
RECEIVE DEEP AND NURTURING SUPPORT.
We have created a broad learning environment that will keep your learning evolving beyond the classroom, you will have access to group sharing circles, practices and learning sessions. You will also have your very own support teacher!
Emily’s sole purpose is to support you, she will be your hype girl, your shoulder to cry on and your BFF to be supported by.
BE INSPIRED TO WALK, LIVE AND SPEAK YOUR TRUTH.
The teaching faculty have been specifically chosen because they live what they do, they don’t just preach it. They are here to show you what standing, walking and living your truth looks like. Demonstrating the challenges, joy and ultimately freedom this can bring. We guide you to not hide when stepping into the role of teacher, but instead use it as an opportunity to bring your most authentic self forward.
LEARN HOW TO START BUILDING A BUSINESS OR USE YOUR TEACHING TO ENHANCE YOUR CURRENT ONE.
Our training will offer you exclusive insights into how Helen built her brand from scratch, she will share with you gems on how to do this in your own unique way, whilst making huge impact and income from your gifts. Money and wealth are not dirty words in our book. We are here to break the taboo and show you how to thrive in the world of Yoga and spirituality.
Already have a thriving business such as a coach, therapist or mentor?
Helen will support you on how to use these incredible skills, to somatically support your community of clients.
BE READY TO TEACH AS SOON AS YOU LEAVE.
Once this training is complete you will receive The Collaborative Teaching Certificate.
You’ll be ready to Teach group classes, share the practice with your clients or incorporate it in your clinic, practice or role as Coach.
All you then have to do is complete your first aid training ( an insurance requirement) and you are ready to purchase your insurance and teach!
TEACHERS
Rachel Nokes
Ancient Philosophy | Sanskrit | Yogic Texts | Chanting
Yoga first came into Rachel’s life in the late 1990’s and a transformational experience ensued. She felt in awe of the serenity she experienced in the yoga practice. Her love for the practice led to explore its roots in a trip through India, this further ignited her love affair with the chaos and the love of history, ancient teachings and culture.
Rachel has continued to deepen into study, practice and teaching with annual trips to India to study with her teacher. She infuses her love for classical yoga inspired by the teachings of TVK Desikachar and Krishnamacharya with bhakti, chanting and ayurveda.
Rachel will be guiding all Yoga philosophy, chanting and Sanskrit sessions.
Felicity Rollo
Anatomy & Physiology | The Nervous System | Practical Application
I graduated from my masters in chiropractic 11 years ago with a desire to revolutionise peoples health with these incredible tools.
I teach and treat people to understand their physical bodies, nervous systems and how everything is intrinsically linked to achieve whole body health.
My love for how my wealth of knowledge lends so beautifully to the yogic practice on a deeply scientific level is something I love to share.
I feel honoured to part of this training and to teach you a deeply integrated anatomy and philosophy module to support your journey as a teacher.
Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
Masters of Chiropractic
Kinesiology practitioner
Certificate of Musculoskeletal Acupuncture
MEG RYAN & Mia gilmour
Support Mentors.
Meg joined The Initiation back in 2021, it changed her from a cellular level. Where she once felt frozen, shy, and unable to truly open up to life, she now feels soft, open and able to build a connected life of her dreams.
Meg Teaches at The Collaborative, and is passionate about supporting people to create range in their nervous systems so they can let life all the way in.
Her presence on The Initiation feels steady, loving and deeply encouraging.
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Mia joined The Initiation back in 2023, she says it transitioned her
from a girl into an embodied woman. Where she once felt fragile, incapable, and unable to truly hold the life she wanted. She now feels strong, powerful, and is creating life rich of passion and excitement.
Mia Teaches at The Collaborative, and is passionate about supporting people to realise how much brilliance, range and capability they truly have.
Her presence on The Initiation feels fun, playful, and deeply empowering.
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They have walked the exact path you are walking, and has so much
experience and knowledge to help you thrive along the way.
DATES AND LOCATION DETAILS
THIS TRAINING STARTS ON NOVEMBER 2OTH - DECEMBER 12TH.
THE LOCATION
The Training will be held an INCREDIBLE retreat centre in Tejakula, on the North coast of Bali.
Nestled in the rainforest, the centre is a jungle paradise. It soothes your nervous system, attunes you back to your personal rhythm, and gives you space to remember who you really are.
There is honestly nowhere else in the world that I would lead a one month immersion.
The staff feel like family.
The land feels like home.
They also have a sister centre 15 minutes away on the beach, a space that we are able to visit for a change of scenery, ocean swims and of course, a spa treatment.
The centre has a dedicated wifi section in the main room, where you can FaceTime, text and scroll, signal outside of that will be very minimal.
ACCOMODATION
You will have luxe twin bedrooms, sharing with another member of your new YTT family.
The room is simple, traditional and has a stunning outdoor shower. You’ll have your own balcony, garden section and be nestled right in the heart of nature.
You will be in heaven.
If you would like a private room, it’ll be an additional $999.
FOOD.
There will be an abundance of fresh Vegetarian food served at Breakfast, lunch and dinner in a buffet style. The food is outrageously good, be prepared to eat so bloody well! ( yes there is enough protein, yes they can cater to pretty much every intolerance)
You can order drinks and snacks at the cafe outside of these times too! Honestly, you will eat so well, and so often that you will want to take the chefs home with you! and yes, they serve coffee ;)
The retreat centre also boasts:
Pool.
Private spa.
THIS ONE MONTH IMMERSION INCLUDES.The Full Yoga Teacher Training
Mentoring with Helen’s Team.
Twice daily Yoga classes
All meals (get ready to eat the most divine food of yo life)
All accomodation.
1 Bali massage.
1 water ceremony.
1 sunrise boat trip with the dolphins
WHAT IT DOESN’T INCLUDE.Flights + your travel to Bali.
Insurance
Any extra food, treatments or activities.
Transfers to the centre.
Once on YTT there are no extra costs unless you want to order outside mealtimes or book spa treatments!
THE LOGISTICS
You will fly to Bali, and on the morning of the 20th November, head to the centre. You will need to arrive at the centre for 11am.
Helen has a dear friend who she can recommend for all transfers.
We will support you with any questions re travel, and connect you so that you can travel together!
The journey is easy and very safe to do alone.
A day IN THE LIFE
7am Morning Practice.
8.15am Breakfast.
9.45am - 12.15pm Session One.
12.15pm - 1pm Teaching Practice.
1pm - 3pm Lunch, swims & massage break.
2.15pm - 5.15pm Session Two.
5.15pm - 6pm Teaching Practice.
6.15pm - Dinner.
7.30pm - Either free time, or evening enrichment.
The Training is intentionally scheduled to support your learning, your embodiment, and your need for rest.
You will have 3.5 days across the whole Training.
The Initiation will resource you with a practice for life.
It will equip you with Teaching tools that’ll have you confidently sharing Yoga for life.
It will make you a world class group facilitator.
It’s been created for those who know deep down inside their chest, that now is the time to become captain of their ships and, leaders of their own vessels
It’s been created for those who have a deep & unwavering desire, to be initiated into the profoundly transformational lineage we call Yoga.
WHO THIS TRAINING IS FOR?
We require that you have practised Yoga for a minimum of 6 dedicate months, or in chunks over many years, before joining our teacher training.
1. THOSE WHO WANT TO SHARE YOGA.
Taking the seat of the Teacher is something that often gets confused with becoming a ‘conventional’ Yoga Teacher, aka quitting your job and teaching in studios, however this is far from what this training creates.
Taking the seat of the Teacher is about coming home to the wisdom that lives within your body. It’s about creating an unwavering connection to soul, and having the courage to live your potential.
It’s about having the tools, the courage, and the platform to share Yoga through many different mediums, with anyone in your life.
2. THOSE WHO WANT TO TRANSFORM THEIR LIVES, AND RELATIONSHIP WITH THEIR BODY AND SOUL CALLING.
This training will be deeply deeply transformative.
To meet our light, we must also meet our shadow. This training will take you though a hero’s journey through both.
It's for those who are ready to dive into the journey of a lifetime, to meet parts of themselves they never knew existed, it’s for those who are ready to unearth the Teacher within.
3. THOSE WHO WANT TO GROW THEIR PERSONAL PRACTICE.
Journeying through this YTT will not only expand your personal practice, introducing you to different styles and ancient philosophies, it will also deepen your knowledge of how to use it to self regulate in the outside world.
You’ll receive embodied insights that’ll upgrade your inner template, and fundamentally change how you move in the world.
4. THOSE WHO WANT TO BECOME EMBODIED LEADERS.
Through this training you will learn to become the leader of your own body and thus your own life.
Leadership comes from within, and nothing is more powerful than attuning to your own physical body, and allowing it to help you lead yourself, and the world around you.
KIND WORDS.
From our YTT graduates of
2021 / 2022 / 2023 / 2024.
“To be under your wing along the way has given me strength I already had but you untapped and unleashed with me.
I'm truly so fucking grateful.”
“I'm always here to learn and grow and shout my love for you from the rooftops. YTT and you are the BIGGEST part of my yoga lineage.”
“Thank you for creating it and creating and holding such a safe space where everyone could grow.
I knew I was here to learn yoga but on top of that, I discovered a group of incredible souls and the path I need to be on.”
“You have given us all so much, I will always be grateful.”
I had so much doubt and fear about embarking on this journey, even the thought of filling out the application felt scary as fck. However, now my words will never do the depth of this experience justice. You feel so seen, so heard and in such a safe space, and the way Helen holds the container is just magical. Embarking on The Initiation feels like coming home to yourself, your true self, who you are at your core, not what society expects or wants you to be. I urge everyone who feels called to follow their flicker, I have personally left with so many different tools, but mostly I am so much more comfortable in my own skin and at home in who I am.
My YTT with Helen, the team and the women I embarked on the journey with was PROFOUND. I have done other teacher trainings in different fields and embodiment courses so I had an understanding of what I was getting myself into. I was sold through Helen’s Instagram stories, I didn’t even read what she had written on the website. It was her energy, the power in which she was expressing.
I knew I was going to be held in a safe container as I went deeper into my self-love because she was embodied and was so honest about where she was in her journey and where she’d been.
I continue to learn about myself well after the container had closed because I have a deeper knowledge of how to hold space for myself. The experience was priceless and was everything I needed for where I am on my journey.
I have done many Trainings, and I have never ever received this level of support. We are in a group, but I feel like I’m in a private container.
I came here so uncertain and unsure, I’m leaving here finally feeling myself again. Thank you.
Follow your desires - they are yours for a reason. If you’re feeling the flicker, that is your soul trying to get your attention! Please don’t let your mind talk you out of it and keep you small and in your comfort zone. The world needs you and your light. This experience is absolutely life changing. Saying yes is the first step in the magical unfolding and transformation you are seeking. You will gain so much. Helen’s energy and wisdom will hold you and lift you up on this journey, and you’ll uncover your own innate gifts and wisdom in the process.
‘The deliberate nature of the planning is incredible, there hasn’t been one moment where i’ve thought ‘ why are we learning this?’ everything makes sense. Everything is so rich.’
Helen, i came here knowing there was a power inside of me. You have taught how to use it. That it is not dependant on anything outside of me. Thank you.
Day 1 of your YTT (actually I think even hour 1) I KNEW I had made the right decision. I fucking felt it, whole body sensation, my energy shifted/aligned/lit up. It was like all pieces of me (my koshas!) came home and had a big group hug and a dance party, celebrating the fact that I’d arrived. It was magic.
I want to encourage every person on the planet to follow that spark, that desire, because everyone deserves to experience this feeling. I will be following my spark forever️. Overcoming all of my bullshit excuses, landing in your YTT, being surrounded by my sisters, and having this whole self confirmation, was the first of many lessons and gifts that I will carry with me forever
And that was just hour 1…
‘ The difference between this Training, and my first YTT, is pure EMBODIMENT.
My last Training it was just learning a lot of information, in this Training you learn something and the instantly you go into embodiment and intergration. I feel so powerful, I feel so confident, I feel so excited about Teaching’
OUR CURRICULUM
Our training covers the following subjects:
- Yogic History, Philosophy & Yogic Texts
- Asana, Pranayama, Meditation Techniques & Practice
- The Art of Teaching: Creating your own unique experience, holding space, voice, tone, sequencing and theming.
- Anatomy and Physiology.
- Trauma informed practice.
- The Art of Touch: hands on assists.
- Yoga Energetics: Koshas, Chakras, eastern energetics.
- 50+ hours of Teaching Practice & Assisting.
- Authenticity in Business & Entrepreneurship: how to start a sustainable & successful business.
- Intro to Restorative, Yin & Pregnancy Yoga.
The Collaborative Yoga Teacher Training Bible.
HOW TO APPLY
The first step is to fill in our application form.
APPLICATION FORM
At the end of the application you must book in a 15 minute call with Helen, ensuring the Training is aligned.
Once the call has taken place, we will send you a payment link.
Once paid the space is yours and you are on your way!! YEOW.
There is no commitment when filling out an application, I encourage you to fill it in and feel your desire.
Only 10 spaces are available.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I can't touch my toes or stand on my head, can I become a teacher?
YES YES YES YES YES!
The quality of your teaching is not defined by the quality of your Yoga ‘performance’. We are not entertainers, we are sharing a sacred ancient art form. You got this
How do I apply?
Scroll down to the application form below, make sure you book in a call with Helen at the end.
Should she feel it’s a fit she will send you a payment link and a contract to claim your space!
How will the Training be laid out?
Scroll up to see a sample schedule :)
The training is intense, it’s an immersion, not a retreat.
However we have designed it so intentionally and deliberately that you will get time to rest, play and enjoy the incredible surroundings.
I highly recommend reading our ‘Assumptions V Reality’ page, where we bust SO many
myths. Click here.
The Investment
Earlybird: $9999 AUD pay in full,
or 3 payments of $3,666 AUD (full payment must be made by November 1st)
Once the earlybird ends, the Training will be $11,000 AUD pay in full.
This includes the whole teacher training, all accomodation, food, 1 massage treatment, 1 water ceremony, and one sunrise boat trip.
It does not include flights, insurance or transfers (these will be around $30 each way)
No refunds.
WE CANNOT WAIT TO START YOUR JOURNEY
