Search the IKYTA directory to connect with a KRI-certified teacher — by location, language, specialty, and teaching format.
The IKYTA Teacher Directory is the global reference for finding a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher. Every teacher listed is part of the International Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association and has completed KRI-recognized training through the Kundalini Research Institute. Whether you are a student looking for personal practice support, a studio building its teaching roster, or an organization exploring meditation and breathwork programs, the directory gives you a clear, searchable starting point — and the right questions to take the conversation further.
What You Can Search For
Teacher profiles in the IKYTA directory include:
- Teaching location — city, country, or region
- Teaching format — in-person, online, or both
- Languages — the languages the teacher works in
- Areas of focus — such as meditation, breathwork, conscious pregnancy, trauma-informed teaching, children and youth, older adults, corporate wellness, gong, and more
- Certification level — KRI Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3
- Contact information — to reach the teacher directly
A profile gives you a strong foundation. A direct conversation gives you clarity. Before committing to a class, a private session, or a formal teaching arrangement, take the time to speak with the teacher about their training, experience, availability, and approach.
Who the Directory Is For
Students and Individual Practitioners
If you are new to Kundalini Yoga or looking to deepen an existing practice, a certified teacher brings both knowledge and lineage. You might be searching for a weekly group class, a private session, online instruction, or support in a specific area — breathwork, meditation, stress care, or a life transition. The directory lets you filter by location and focus so you can find a teacher whose offerings match where you are and what you need.
Studios and Community Spaces
Building a strong teaching program starts with finding teachers whose training, experience, and style align with your community’s needs. The IKYTA directory lets you search for certified Kundalini Yoga instructors available for regular classes, workshops, retreats, or special programs. Each profile gives you enough context to start a well-informed conversation.
Organizations and Companies
Kundalini Yoga teachers with experience in corporate wellness, meditation, breathwork, and stress care can bring meaningful benefit to workplace programs. The directory includes teachers who work specifically in organizational and professional settings. Search by area of focus, location, and teaching format to identify candidates — then contact them directly to discuss structure, format, and fit.
Understanding Certification — What KRI-Certified Means
KRI certification is the recognized standard for Kundalini Yoga teachers worldwide. A KRI-certified teacher has completed a structured, supervised training program through the Kundalini Research Institute — the primary regulatory and educational body for this lineage.
There are three levels of KRI certification:
Level 1 — Certified Instructor Completion of a 220-hour Aquarian Teacher Training program. This is the foundational certification for teaching Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan®.
Level 2 — Certified Professional Advanced study across five specialized modules covering areas such as the nervous system, the mind, conscious communication, lifecycles, and the teacher’s self. Requires prior Level 1 completion.
Level 3 — Certified Senior Teacher The highest level of KRI certification, requiring completion of advanced programs including the 21 Stages of Meditation. Designates teachers with deep training, sustained practice, and broad teaching experience.
Certification level is a meaningful data point — and so is direct conversation. A teacher’s years of experience, areas of focus, and teaching style all contribute to whether they are the right fit for you, your studio, or your organization.
Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Teacher
A teacher profile is the beginning of the process. These questions help you complete it:
About training and certification
- Are you KRI-certified? At which level?
- Where did you complete your teacher training?
- Do you hold any additional specialty certifications?
About experience and focus
- How long have you been teaching?
- What populations or settings do you have the most experience with?
- Do you have specific experience in [meditation / breathwork / corporate wellness / trauma-informed teaching / etc.]?
About format and logistics
- Do you teach individuals, groups, or both?
- Do you offer in-person, online, or on-site classes?
- What languages do you teach in?
- Are your classes appropriate for beginners?
- Can you adapt the practice for specific physical or wellness needs?
These questions give you the information to choose with confidence — and they signal to the teacher that you are approaching the relationship with intention.
How to Get the Most from the Directory
The IKYTA Teacher Directory shows teachers who are active IKYTA members with updated profiles. Here are a few practical notes for your search:
- Search by location first. Use city, region, or country to narrow results to teachers near you or available in your area.
- Filter by teaching format. If you need online classes, filter for teachers who offer them — many IKYTA members teach globally via video.
- Review areas of focus. If you have a specific need — pregnancy, mental health support, corporate programs, youth classes — filter for teachers with relevant specialties.
- Contact teachers directly. Profiles provide contact information. A brief message or call is the most effective next step after reviewing a profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the IKYTA Teacher Directory and search by your city or region. Results show certified teachers with active profiles in your area, along with their teaching format, focus areas, and contact information.
IKYTA serves KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga teachers worldwide. When reviewing a profile, you can also ask the teacher directly about their certification level and where they completed their training.
KRI offers three levels of certification. Level 1 is the foundational instructor certification. Level 2 is advanced professional training across five specialized modules. Level 3 is the senior teacher designation, requiring the most extensive study and practice. Each level builds on the previous one.
Yes. Many IKYTA teachers offer online instruction. Filter by teaching format or review individual profiles to confirm current online offerings, and contact the teacher directly to discuss scheduling.
es. Studios, community spaces, and organizations regularly use the IKYTA Teacher Directory to identify certified teachers for classes, workshops, retreats, and workplace wellness programs. Each profile includes contact details for direct outreach.
Use the area-of-focus filter in the directory to search for teachers with relevant specialty experience. Profiles include this information, and a direct conversation with the teacher will help you confirm whether their experience matches your specific context.
The directory connects you with certified teachers and gives you the tools to evaluate fit: profiles, certification information, areas of focus, and direct contact. The final decision rests with you — and a direct conversation is always the most reliable step.