Tao Yoga Certification

SunDo International is a world-wide credentialing association which sets training standards for Tao Yoga Teaching and Tao Yoga Breathwork Coaching. These standards addresses 7 educational categories that prepare instructors to teach Tao Yoga practice. Emerging categories in yoga and meditation include Energy Anatomy and Psychology. Practice requirements (150 hours) provide extensive experience in refining one's personal practice in preparation to teach others.

Currently, Tao Yoga educational standards apply to 250 hour training for both assistant instructor and breathwork coaching trainees. All other instructors at subsequent levels continue training in Tao Yoga practice but continuing education workshops are then offered at seasonal retreats each year. Tao Yoga assistant instructors and breathwork coaches who successfully complete the 250 hour training are eligible for local promotions on Facebook and inclusion in quarterly e-news announcements. Lead Instructors who complete the 500 hour training are eligible for inclusion on the Tao Yoga website.

SunDo International is a tax-exempt, educational non-profit dedicated to promoting the study and practice of Taoist Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation. Founded in 1979, SunDo has become a international organization of leaders & educators  working toward personal healing and transformation for all.

Credentials for Instructors & Centers

Assistant Instructor 250 HR

  • Completes 250 HR Program & three-month Internship
  • Assists Lead or Senior Instructor with beginner classes
  • Attends one-day retreats for continuing education 

Associate Instructor 500 HR

  • Teaches beginner classes and introductory workshops independently
  • Obtains Teaching Certificate in Level 1 Tao Yoga Practice
  • Attends a three-day and a five-day retreat for continuing education 

Lead Instructor 750 HR

  • Obtains Teaching Certificate in Levels 2 and 3 Tao Yoga Practice
  • Teaches ongoing practice classes in Levels 1-3
  • Attends five-day instructor's retreat once a year
  • Earns designation of Tao Yoga Practice Center for studio 
  • Obtains Basic Trainer Certification in 250 Hour Program (optional)
  • Receives Basic Training Manual for 250 Hour Program (optional)

Senior Instructor 1000+ HR

  • Teaches ongoing classes and workshops
  • Assists with 250 Hour Program (if certified as a Basic Trainer)
  • Attends Senior Instructor trip to South Korea
  • Obtains Trainer Certification for full 250 Hour Program (optional)
  • Receives complete Training Manual for 250 Hour Program (optional)

Breathwork Integration Coach 250 HR

  • Completes 250 HR Program
  • Obtains Breathwork Teaching Certificate & Coaching Manual
  • Receives email and/or phone support for one year

Tao Yoga Practice Center

  • Employs at least one Lead Tao Yoga Instructor (750 HR) who has: 
           Taught ongoing classes throughout the last year;
           Attended required retreats at 500 hour level

Tao Yoga Practice & Training Center

  • Employs at least one Senior Tao Yoga Instructor (1000 HR) who has: 
           Taught ongoing classes throughout the last three years;
           Attended required retreats at 750 hour level
           Obtained Full 250 Hour Trainer Certification
SunDo International does not require annual renewal fees of credentials. However, annual retreat attendance is an ongoing requirement for Associate, Lead and Senior Instructors to retain certification and fulfill continuing education credits.  Because Tao Yoga practice follows a standard format, distance training mentorships are possible within our 250 hour credentialing system. 

The Taoist Yoga Training Program does not accept any prior certification in place of our proprietary 250 hour program. However, students with certain types of prior yoga or meditation experience may be eligible for reduced tuition at the discretion of the studio director or trainer. 
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