As a school and a community, we welcome all identities related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, body type, ability, status, language diversity and we affirm, defend, and invest in Black lives.
Yet, all may not feel welcome and so we commit to the work of educating ourselves and taking action to nurture diversity.
We may stumble, err, and be awkward allies, but racial justice begins by accepting the role we have played in the systematic oppression of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC).
Down Under’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) Initiative holds our school accountable for in-house systemic work, overseeing hiring and support roles for BIPOC teachers, scholarships to teacher training, feedback forms and social justice programming.
In 2020 we created our BIPOC scholarship fund to actively recruit and amplify Black yoga teaching voices in our community.
The school fully funds these scholarships, offering over $15,000 in awards each year - and to date, we’ve supported more than 40 talented students, some of whom are now among your favorite Down Under teachers.
Scholarships are not a set amount and are determined based on need, commitment, and participation. To be considered, along with the written application, applicants should be active members of the Down Under community, regularly engaging in classes and contributing to the shared spirit of our studios.
Find the scholarship applications for the Fall 2026 200 Hour Training and the 2027 300 Hour Training below.
Apply by 5/11/26
Apply by 10/19/26
note completion of a 200 Hour YTT is a prerequisite for the 300
Donations to our scholarship program are welcome.
Faculty Voices
Student Feedback Form
Use this form to share feedback or concerns about your experience at Down Under School of Yoga. You have the option to remain anonymous, but if you wish to be contacted please provide your preferred contact information below. The information you provide will be sent to our Student Care Manager for review and if possible someone will contact you to follow up.