Do I need to join CIMSPA to teach yoga in gyms or sports centres?
Some gyms and sports centres may require CIMSPA registration, but there is no government-approved registry for yoga teachers. YogaPros membership is separate, and you may choose to hold both if needed.
Why This Matters
Unlike some fitness professions, there is no single government-approved registry for yoga teachers in the UK.
However, certain gyms, leisure centres, or sports facilities may require instructors to be registered with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity as part of their internal policies.
This means that even if you are fully qualified and insured, you may still be asked to join an additional register depending on where you teach.
What This Means for You
- You do not need CIMSPA registration to be a yoga teacher.
- Some venues may still require it as part of their hiring criteria.
- YogaPros is not affiliated with CIMSPA.
- You can hold both memberships if required.
- Your YogaPros training and membership can support your CIMSPA application.
What You Need to Do
- Check with the venue or employer to confirm if CIMSPA registration is required.
- If needed, contact CIMSPA directly to arrange registration.
- Use your YogaPros accredited training as part of your application.
- If your training was not accredited but you are a registered member, it may still be accepted.
- Request a membership confirmation letter if required to support your application.
If you need a letter confirming your membership, you can request it directly. Please note this is only available to active YogaPros members.
FAQs
You can request a letter confirming your YogaPros membership here.