Yoga Therapist

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified Yoga Therapist to provide individualised therapeutic yoga interventions for clients experiencing physical, emotional, or psychological challenges. You will work within a clinical framework to support client wellbeing using the principles of yoga therapy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial yoga therapy assessments and develop personalised treatment plans

• Deliver 1:1 yoga therapy sessions tailored to individual client needs

• Apply yoga therapy principles to support clients with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or trauma

• Integrate pranayama, asana, meditation, and yoga philosophy therapeutically

• Collaborate with psychologists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals

• Monitor client progress and adapt therapy plans accordingly

• Maintain ethical, professional therapeutic records

Minimum Qualifications

• Recognised Yoga Therapist qualification (C-IAYT or equivalent, minimum 800 hours)

• Valid DHA, DOH, or MOHAP licence (or eligibility to obtain)

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification yoga therapy practice

• Strong grounding in anatomy, physiology, and therapeutic contraindications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mental health, trauma, or chronic pain clients

• Training in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR)

• Child or adolescent yoga therapy experience

UAE Licensing & Professional Requirements

This role requires a valid UAE healthcare professional licence issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), or Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant licence before providing services. Licensing requirements must comply with UAE regulations.

UAE Visa & Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:

• Own UAE Employment Visa

• Golden Visa

• Green Visa

• Freelance Permit

• Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility

• Any other valid UAE work authorisation

Required Experience

• 2+ years yoga therapy practice

• Clinical therapeutic experience preferred

Required Skills

• Yoga therapy assessment

• Pranayama and meditation facilitation

• Trauma-sensitive yoga

• Clinical documentation

• MDT collaboration

Benefits

• Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments

• Competitive session rates

• Work from home or deliver sessions at students' homes / schools

• Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive, collaborative working environment

• Opportunity to build a meaningful private practice in Dubai

Application Process

To apply, submit:

• Updated CV

• Professional photo

• Educational certificates

• Professional licences (if applicable)

• Emirates ID (if available)

• Passport copy

• UAE visa copy

• NOC from employer (if required)

• DHA / DOH / MOHAP licence or eligibility letter (where required)

• Police Clearance Certificate (preferred)

• References

  
  

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Simone's Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.