21 Day 200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training with Ayurveda Massage and Healing in Varkala, India
Kerala Yoga Teacher Training in India
Crafted by experienced instructors at Lalitha Yoga Academy, the training is meticulously catered to both novice and intermediate practitioners. This comprehensive course serves as a guiding light for beginners stepping into the world of yoga and offers clear pathways for advanced practitioners. It is perfect for aspiring instructors and those seeking to deepen their yoga journey. Whether you’re pursuing a teaching career or personal growth, this is your gateway to transformative experiences in yoga.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Hatha and Ashtanga yoga classes
- Explore the mechanics of asanas, the art of teaching, and sequencing
- Engage in meditation and pranayama sessions to deepen your inner journey
- Gain insights into Ayurveda with a consultation by an Ayurvedic doctor
- Delve into yoga and Samkhya philosophy, anatomy, and physiology
- Embark on a memorable field trip to Munroe Island and Janathanaswami Temple
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- 20 nights accommodation and 3 daily sattvic (vegetarian) Indian-style meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
20 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Café
- Garden
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Tour assistance
- Wireless internet
BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center
A combination of spiritual modesty and contemporary luxury, BAVA Resort offers an ashram-like atmosphere in its central house with 10 beautiful rooms and a yoga shala, in addition to the modern "Miami Beach-style" building with 8 deluxe rooms.
The property is set within a beautiful green courtyard and garden with giant bamboo, palms, and other trees, featuring Love All Serve All Cafe in the bamboo hut.
Just several steps from the Varkala Cliff promenade with the most spectacular views of the Arabian Sea and the sunset and five minutes from Varkala main beach and Black Beach, BAVA Resort is still an oasis of tranquility and peace, giving a feeling of seclusion and privacy.
The ashram resort offers healthy sattvic food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to the participants of the retreats.
Rooms
There is a variety of accommodation options in the retreat center.
- Budget rooms for low-cost participation
- Standard balcony rooms and superior terrace rooms for a comfortable stay
- Luxury balcony rooms in the brand new Casa de Adi building for the most special stay
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Eligibility criteria
- Experience a transformative yoga teacher training course accessible to individuals of diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and beliefs. Prepare for a journey that unlocks a realm of endless possibilities.
- This immersive course promises to astonish, particularly for those constrained by mental limitations. For those keen on delving into the profound depths of this ancient Indian art and science, it offers a touch of enchantment.
- Proficiency in English is necessary as it serves as the primary mode of communication for lectures and directions. Gain a basic understanding to actively engage and respond effectively throughout the program. Embark on this enriching experience and explore the magic of yoga.
Why choose this teacher training course?
- Tranquil setting: Nestled in a serene and invigorating environment surrounded by a lush green garden, the program offers a calming backdrop conducive to learning and growth.
- Expert guidance: Benefit from the wisdom and expertise of esteemed yoga teachers who are leaders in their field, ensuring top-notch instruction and mentorship.
- Welcoming community: Experience a vibrant community atmosphere that embraces all, fostering a sense of belonging and support.
- Transformational journey: Embark on a transformative journey for endless self-growth beyond the mat.
- Integrated holistic practices for self-discovery and healing through mantra, meditation, yoga Nidra, and pranayama
Mantra meditation
Their unique approach utilizes mantra meditation, an ancient and potent tool that crystallizes the mind and taps into a state beyond thought. Through specific sounds and rhythms, mantras channel energy, stimulating organs and enhancing the effects of meditation. The use of powerful mantras like AUM raises inner energy, fostering metabolic augmentation and aiding in healing.
Healing with mantras
Each change corresponds to specific organs, influencing their functions positively. By placing Sanskrit mantras within targeted organs (nyasa), ailments can be alleviated and infections treated. Mantra meditation also liberates from repetitive thoughts, providing a window to understand and transcend negative emotions like pride, greed, and anger.
Yoga Nidra insight
The program delves into yoga Nidra, a guided technique leading to a conscious state of sleep. It's a transformative process transitioning between wakefulness and sleep, purifying the subconscious mind. It's an effective method to explore the depths of the unconscious, fostering purification and self-awareness.
Pranayama mastery
Understanding the profound impact of proper breathing techniques is a key focus. Dive into the depths of pranayama and ancient breathing practices, learning how altering breath patterns can influence mental states, promote balance in the body, and harmonize emotions.
Programs
Yoga postures (asana)
- Yoga builds strength, flexibility, and mind-body connection via diverse postures.
- Offering alignment support for Hatha and occasional Ashtanga yoga classes
- 200-hour course covers 50+ Hatha yoga and 20+ Ashtanga yoga poses
Traditional Hatha yoga
- Pavanmuktasana series 1 (15 practices)
- Pavanmuktasana series 2 (10 practices)
- Pavanmuktasana series 3 (10 practices)
- Centering postures series (Yoga Sequence Builder) (5 practices)
- Surya namaskar (sun salutation) (12 asana series)
- Chandra namaskar (moon salutation) (12 asana series)
- Standing postures series (10 practices)
- Kneeling postures series (5 practices)
- Sitting postures series (10 practices)
- Forward bending postures series (5 practices)
- Backward bending postures series (5 practices)
- Supine postures series (6 practices)
- Prone postures series (5 practices)
- Fire series series (5 practices)
- Inversions series (5 practices)
- Twisting postures series (5 practices)
- Balancing postures series (5 practices)
- Relaxing posture series (5 practices)
- Meditative asana series (5 practices)
Ashtanga yoga
Study and practice of the primary series
Standing postures
- Samasthiti
- Sun salutation A and B (surya namaskar series A and B)
- Padangustasana (big toes posture)
- Pada hastasana (hand under foot posture)
- Utthita trikonasana (triangle posture)
- Parivritta trikonasana (revolved triangle pose)
- Utthita parshvakonasana (extended side angle pose)
- Parivritta parshvakonasana (the revolved side angle pose)
- Prasarita padottanasana (A, B, C and D) (wide-legged forward fold A, B, C and D)
- Parshvottanasana (side stretch pose)
Seated postures
- Dandasana (staff pose)
- Pascimattanasana (intense west stretch or sitting forward bend)
- Purvattanasana (intense east stretch)
- Ardha bandha padma pascimattanasana (half bound lotus forward bend)
- Tiryangmukha eka pada pascimattanasana (reverse the leg, one leg intense stretch)
- Janusirsasana (head-to-knee pose)
- Marichyasana (leg binding pose)
Finishing postures
- Urdhva dhanurasana (upward bow posture)
- Salamba sarvangasana (shoulder stand posture)
- Halasana (plough posture)
- Karna pidasana (ear pressure posture)
- Pindasana (embryo pose)
- Matsyasana (fish pose)
- Uttanapadasana (leg lifting posture)
- Chakrasana (wheel pose)
- Shirshasana (yoga headstand)
- Baddhapadmasana (bound lotus posture)
- Yoga mudra
- Padmasana (lotus pose)
- Utpluthih
- Savasana (corpse pose)
Pranayama (breathing practices)
- Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
- Ujjayi (the psychic or victorious breath)
- Shitkari (hissing breath)
- Sheetali (cooling breath)
- Kapalabhati (frontal brain cleansing breath)
- Bhramari (humming bee breath)
- Bhastrika (bellows breath)
- Suryabheda (vitality-stimulating breath) including advanced variations
Shatkarma (yogic cleansing)
- Jala Neti
- Vamana Dhauti
- Uddiyana Bhanda
- Sutra Neti
- Kapalabhati
Mudras (gestures)
- Jnana mudra
- Chin mudra
- Yoni mudra
- Bhairava mudra
- Shambhavi mudra
Emotional detoxification kriyas
- Body points
- Treatment structure
- Theory and lecture
- Bhairava mudra
- Treatment practice
- Relationship between emotional accumulation in the body and thought pattern
Meditation (dhyana)
- Breathing awareness meditation
- AUM (Om) or mantra meditation
- Trataka
- Tips for developing concentration
- Silence practice
Teaching methodology
At Lalitha’s Yoga, learn effective class planning and create a positive, transformative environment experience.
You will learn:
- How to plan and structure a yoga asana class
- Principles of demonstration
- Qualities of a teacher and teaching styles
- How to use the breath and voice while teaching
- Observing, assisting and correcting
- Verbal cues
- Functional modifications, injuries, and safety precautions
- Guidelines for each asana (as per manual)
- Assisting inversions
Teaching practice (Adhyapanam)
Peer- and teacher-led teaching practice include demos, alignment, and instructions.
You will learn:
- Symptoms of a good teacher
- Clear instruction
- Demonstration
- Proper alignment
- Individual care of each student
Anatomy and physiology (Sharir Vijnan)
- Proper understanding of the physical body will help to prevent injury before, during, and after practice.
- Anatomy informs safe movement; energy anatomy supports balance in yoga.
- Analyzing anatomy, focusing on muscle and bone differences via compression, tension, proportions, and orientation
- Overview of diverse bodily systems
- Skeleton, muscles, connective tissue, nerves, primary body movements
- Inhalation and respiratory functions
- Applying anatomy practically to poses
Philosophy (yoga darshana)
Essential yoga elements covered:
- Yoga’s meaning, concepts, and history
- Four paths of yoga (Jnana, Raja, Bhakti, Karma yoga)
- Ashtanga and Hatha yoga
- Prana (bioplasmic energy)
- Chakra system: qualities, activation, balancing techniques
- Energy or nadi system
- Meditation: introduction, practices, addressing mental issues
- Guru-disciple relationship
- Kriya yoga
- Five body types (sheaths or koshas)
- Ayurveda massage, Knowledge of Ayurveda
Yoga Nidra (psychic sleep)
Yoga Nidra brings deep relaxation, leading to ‘turiya’—pure bliss through various relaxation techniques.
Naturopathy
Uncover 5 elements for detox. Practice mud, water, and breath therapies, and enhance fire and ether elements.
Advantages of the program
- Holistic skill set: Learning the intricacies of proper breathing, relaxation, diet, exercise, and positive thinking for oneself and others.
- Teaching proficiency: Gaining the expertise to teach various yoga techniques effectively.
- Self-exploration and confidence: Yoga cultivates creativity, self-confidence, and self-awareness, promoting acceptance.
- Facilitating transformation: Guiding others in self-transformation through personal growth experience.
- Health and healing: Discovering yoga’s potency in healing, strengthening the body, and improving lifestyle.
- Independence and lifestyle improvement: Achieving independence and enhancing lifestyle through yoga practice.
- Spreading yoga’s Message: Embracing yoga’s culture and benefits, promoting wellness and reducing stress in others’ lives.
Daily schedule:
- 06:00 - 07:00 Shatkarma / naturopathy cleansing: Engage in traditional cleansing
- 07:00 - 08:30 Traditional Hatha yoga practice: Embrace foundational Hatha yoga postures and sequences
- 08:30 - 09:30 Pranayama and mantra chantings: Focus on breathwork techniques and rhythmic chanting for spiritual resonance.
- 09:30 - 11:00 Breakfast and rest: Break time for nourishment and relaxation
- 11:00 - 12:00 Yoga philosophy: Explore the philosophical aspects and principles of yoga
- 12:00 - 13:00 Yoga alignment and adjustment: Learn correct postural alignment and adjustments in yoga poses.
- 13:00 - 15:00 Lunch break and rest: Extended break for lunch and rejuvenation
- 15:00 - 16:00 Yoga Anatomy: Delve into understanding the anatomical aspects related to yoga practice
- 16:00 - 16:30 Herbal tea break: Refresh with herbal tea for revitalization
- 16:30 - 18:00 Ashtanga yoga practice: Engage in dynamic sequences and postures of Ashtanga yoga.
- 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation / emotional detoxification: Healing/ Ayurveda Massage/ Relaxation Yoga
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner: Time for a wholesome dinner to conclude the day’s activities.
Included excursions
During your training, you'll have the opportunity to join a field trip to Munroe Island, immersing yourself in its unique culture and natural beauty.
Instructors
Chakali Naresh
Sai Naresh, as he is known by his friends and students, is the founder and principal instructor of Lalitha Yoga Academy (LYA). Born and brought up in Puttaparthi, famous as the birthplace of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and one of the important spiritual places of India, he started his yoga career in 2016 as a meditation teacher and then continued his studies in Hatha yoga, Yin yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Vinyasa flow, and teachers training course certification. He is currently teaching and practicing Multi-style yoga.
Govinda Shobit
Known affectionately as Govinda, Shobhit found his passion for yoga in his early twenties. He holds various certifications, including 200-hour YTTC in Hatha yoga from Sivananda Ashram, Kerala, and 300-hour YTTC in Ashtanga Vinyasa from Yogadarshanam, Mysuru. He’s also trained in Yoga Therapy, Acro yoga, and Pre and Post-natal yoga, and he’s an E-RYT 200 and E-RYT 500 certified instructor by Yoga Alliance, USA. With his wealth of experience, Govinda has taught yoga across India and China, inspiring and bringing happiness to countless lives on his journey.
Abhishek Rawat
Hailing from Rishikesh, the Yoga Capital of the World, Abhishek’s journey into yoga began early, and he earned a Master’s Degree in Yoga Science from Sanskrit Gurukul Vishwavidyalaya in Haridwar, India. He’s also completed a 500- hour TTC. Abhishek is passionate about using yoga to promote natural healing and disease prevention. He emphasizes that yoga’s power lies within you, and it’s a tool to unlock your potential. His mission is to share the wisdom he’s gained from his teachers to help people discover true meaning in life through yoga and meditation.
Location
Varkala, Kerala
This program will take place in Varkala, which is in the Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala, South India.
About the location
Lalitha Yoga Academy is set at BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center, just a few steps from the Varkala North Cliff with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean and the sunsets, and a 5-minute walk from the famous Varkala and Black Beach.
This ashram and resort is an oasis of tranquility with its garden of bamboo, palms, and large trees, creating a natural shade from the heat.
Varkala is a famous yoga beach town with a surfing and tropical vibe.
Distances
- Varkala and Black Beach - 5-minute walk
Features
General
- Café
- Garden
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Tour assistance
- Wireless internet
Food
At Lalitha Yoga Academy, all three meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are thoughtfully crafted following the principles of Ayurvedic cooking. The culinary offerings are strictly vegetarian, aligning with the sattvic food philosophy to promote mind-body balance and inner peace. Each dish is meticulously prepared with fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, excluding meat, fish, and eggs. Additionally, there is daily Ayurvedic tea for detoxification, enhancing your overall well-being. Immerse yourself in the nourishing flavors of traditional South Indian cuisine while experiencing lightness, clarity, and vitality throughout your journey with them.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Yogic
Things to do (optional)
- Varkala town sightseeing
- Explore the spiritual richness of nearby villages and temples, providing insights into the local traditions and practices.
What's included
- Beginners yoga, Hatha and Ashtanga yoga, Multi-Style yoga, yoga Nidra
- Pranayama and breathing techniques
- Mantra chanting, mudras, yoga philosophy, methodology, Ayurveda, Massage, Basic knowledge of Ayurveda, Trataka
- Training in communication skills
- Workshop guidance for conducting yoga sessions
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course
- Supply kit including a notebook, pen, neti pot, and basti pot to enhance your practice and learning experience
- Enriching excursions to Munroe Island and Janathanaswami Temple, deepening your understanding of local culture and spirituality
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access, enabling you to stay in touch with loved ones and continue your journey beyond the ashram
- 20 nights of comfortable accommodation, providing a peaceful retreat amidst your transformative journey
- 3 nutritious vegetarian meals daily, carefully curated to nourish your body and support your yogic journey
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Air conditional
- Tour guide
- Visa
- GST
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 26 per person
Trivandrum International Airport
37 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Transfer from this airport will cost an additional 22 EUR. Please contact Lalitha Yoga Academy for more information.
Arrival by train
If arriving by train to Varkala-Sivagiri train station, you can take an autorickshaw to the property which is just a 12-minute ride away and will generally cost less than 200 INR.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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