Mother of four, holistic yoga teacher, personal trainer, and Ayurvedic Nutritionist, Samantha Hewinson, is known for her gentle, simple, and effective approach to helping people achieve optimal wellbeing. 

As the owner and founder of Live to Serve Academy, Samantha helps aspiring health professionals live, lead, and serve with confidence. With students and graduates in over 10 countries, her community uses science-based modalities and purpose-driven business practices to support people in living a vibrant, meaningful life.

Samantha has shared the stage with influential industry leaders such as Dr. Robert Svoboda, Amadea Morningstar, Dr Vignesh Devraj, and MC Yogi. She works at Yoga Australia, the peak body for yoga in Australia, and has spent the past decade volunteering yoga offerings at various charities.

Experience

• Senior Registered Yoga Teacher 1000hrs (teaching for 17 years)
• Diploma Holistic Yoga Therapy, specialising in Addiction & Recovery
• Ayurvedic Nutritionist
• Certified Wellness Coach
• Personal Trainer
• 15+ years working as a holistic health practitioner
• Registered training provider with Yoga Australia and International Institute for Complimentary Therapists
• Current: C-IAYT (Internationally Accredited Yoga Therapy) student

We ask that participants have a minimum of one year of consistent yoga practice to ensure everyone has a foundational understanding of various asanas. During the training, we’ll support you in refining your practice while examining the postures from a teaching perspective. We welcome practitioners of all levels and abilities, as we believe that each individual has the potential to serve others in a way that aligns with their unique style and teaching approach. We’ll also strive to help each student adapt the techniques and practices to suit their personal capabilities and circumstances. 

Theory Assessment: 

• Short answer questions   
• Multi-media creative work (e.g., study notes, technique posters, anatomy coloring)   
• Home practice (suggested recorded classes provided)   
• Teaching practice resources (for your own teaching and assessment)   
• Preparation for practical assessment   

Practical Assessment: 

• Student development is monitored and assessed throughout the course during live, in-class teaching practice. 
• 5 x Practice Teaching: Use the 5 assessment class plans to teach a small group in your local area. Submit a 100-250 word synopsis for each class, reflecting on your experience.   
• Option to collaborate with a fellow student for mutual feedback and teaching refinement.      
• Record and submit 5 x classes using the supplied assessment class plans. Plans are curated to cover 30+ essential foundational techniques (asana, pranayama, meditation, mudra). Assessment will include your delivery and teaching methodology.  

3-Month Program: Approximately 15 hours per week (a mix of theory and practical training). 

6-Month Program: Roughly 5-7 hours per week. This pace allows for deeper learning, giving you time to absorb the material and apply it to your own life and practice.

Some students take 12+ months to complete the course - with lifetime access, you can take as long as you need!

This course is based on traditional Hatha with an introduction to Bhakti yoga. It emphasises a comprehensive understanding of the body to create safe, appropriate and personalised yoga practices for students. Participants from various yoga backgrounds find that our training enhances their knowledge of asana, spirituality, and holitstic health, allowing them to integrate this understanding into their own teaching approach. In the 200-hour training, you can expect a blend of Hatha and Vinyasa styles, along with therapeutic and mantra-meditation practices. 

If you're unable to attend the live classes, don’t worry! Recordings will be available for you to access within 24 hours of each session. This allows you to stay up-to-date with the material covered in class. 

Additionally, you have the opportunity to make up for any missed learning during your five private sessions with Sami, included as part of your training experience. During these sessions, you can review key concepts, ask questions, and clarify any topics you may have missed, ensuring that you receive a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

We’re committed to supporting your learning journey, so you won’t miss out on important content. 

To secure your spot in the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, a full payment of $1990 AUD is required. Please note that once your payment is processed, it is non-refundable. 

For added flexibility, we offer a payment plan option that allows you to divide the total cost into 10 monthly payments of $250 AUD. 

You can select your preferred payment option at checkout to best suit your financial needs. 

We understand that circumstances can change, but once your payment is processed, you’ll gain immediate access to our online portal and training materials. Because of this, we aren’t able to offer refunds for our online trainings. 

We truly appreciate your understanding of this policy, which helps us maintain a supportive learning environment for everyone. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out! 

Class sizes can vary, but we aim to keep our groups small and intimate. Typically, we have around 10-12 students, which allows for plenty of personal attention and personalised teaching practice. We believe that these smaller classes set us apart and help you get the most out of your training experience. 

Absolutely! Continuing education is a fantastic way to further your learning, find support, and stay inspired while connecting with your teachers and fellow practitioners. It’s also important for maintaining membership with various yoga associations. 

At Live to Serve Academy, we offer a range of opportunities for ongoing education, including advanced workshops, specialised trainings, and teacher mentoring programs. You can also explore our occasional retreats and more! Each of these programs can contribute to your continued learning and count toward your next level of teacher training if you’re registered with Yoga Australia. 

We have specific courses like: 

• 350-hour training 

• 500-hour advanced teacher training 

• Kids Yoga 

• Ayurveda for Yoga 

• Ayurvedic Wellness Coaching 

• Business Training 

We recommend subscribing to our newsletter to stay updated on current offerings, and we encourage you to connect with your fellow trainees through our community, including our Facebook page, to keep the support going! 

This program is designed for individuals who are committed to ongoing learning and have at least two years of regular yoga practice. While there's no formal application process required to join the 200-hour program, we aim to collaborate with those who aspire to become dedicated teachers, ensuring you achieve a high level of skill and effectiveness in your teaching.