28 Day 200-Hour Hatha and Vinyasa TTC in Kerala, South India
Traditional Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in India
This training is designed for students interested in deepening and refining their personal practice, and for those interested to teach yoga. By practicing classical Hatha yoga with devotion, you will be able to create sequences for expanding your yoga practice and reap physical, mental, and spiritual benefits that will remain with you for the rest of your life.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Daily Hatha, Vinyasa Flow asana, meditation, pranayama, and philosophy classes
- Excursion to the backwaters and serene beach
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance after successful completion
- Airport pickup from Trivandrum International Airport
- 27 nights clean and beautiful accommodation
- Healthy, high-energy, vital, sattvic vegan and vegetarian food
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
22 days with instruction in English
Average daily hours of activity: 8
Accommodation
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Conference room
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Meeting room
- Outdoor shower
During the yoga teacher training, you will stay in a comfortable room of your choice in one of our guesthouses:
Ganesha Palace
This house hosts the core of the school - the dining hall and rooftop yoga shala. All rooms are the same size, have a private balcony, and a bathroom.
Shiva Mandala
This beautiful house is located at the back of the road, with a serene garden, only a 2-minute walk from the school. Both are ideal locations, just a 2-4 minute walk from the beach, Varkala cliff, restaurants, and shops.
Program
This 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is designed to create balance between disciplined yogic practice, traditional wisdom, rest, and connection with nature. Each day combines physical practice, breathwork, meditation, philosophy, and nourishing meals in a peaceful and supportive environment.
Daily schedule
- 06:30 Vinyasa Flow | Begin the morning with an energizing yoga practice designed to awaken the body, improve flexibility, and cultivate strength and awareness.
- 08:00 Pranayama | Traditional breathing techniques to balance the nervous system, increase vitality, and prepare the mind for deeper practice.
- 09:30 Yogic Breakfast | Enjoy a nutritious vegetarian breakfast prepared to support yogic living and holistic wellbeing.
- 11:30 Alignment & Adjustment Class | Study proper alignment, posture refinement, and safe adjustment techniques to deepen understanding of asana practice and teaching methodology.
- 13:00 Lunch | Fresh and nourishing yogic lunch prepared with balanced vegetarian ingredients.
- 14:30 Yoga Philosophy / Ayurveda | Explore traditional yogic teachings, including philosophy, yogic lifestyle, ethics, and the basics of Ayurveda and holistic wellness.
- 16:30 Hatha Yoga Practice | Afternoon Hatha Yoga class focused on grounding, awareness, stability, and traditional posture practice.
- 18:00 Meditation | Guided meditation practices to calm the mind, improve concentration, and cultivate inner peace.
- 19:15 Dinner | Light and healthy evening meal.
Evening – Self Study / Rest / Reflection
Free time for journaling, self-study, connection with fellow students, or simply relaxing and integrating the day’s teachings.
Included experiences
During the training, students will also enjoy:
- 2 guided trips to beautiful natural locations
- Scenic boat trip experience
- Traditional yogic lifestyle immersion
- Comprehensive course guidebook
- Nutritious daily vegetarian meals
- Supportive international yoga community
This program creates the perfect balance between learning, personal transformation, spiritual growth, and connection with nature.
Included excursions
Golden Island
We visit the beautiful golden island lovated in the middle of the backwaters through a boat trip. On the island there is a small Shiva temple we receive blessings and sit to meditate and chant mantras
Kappil Beach
We go by taxi to a beautifil small fishermen village right at the beach. From there we walk around 20min alongside the beach to reach a quite spot at the beach where ther eis noonw else to swim in the sea and meditate
Instructors
Shiva
Shiva is the founder of Shiva Rishi Yoga. He is a yogi who has trained in various styles including Bihar School, Sivananda, and the teachings of Patanjali, and his sadhana (life practice) reflects one fully dedicated to the yogic way of life. By placing practice within the context of Indian culture and philosophy, Shiva's classes are an ever-deepening experience of the true tradition of yoga. Shiva says, "only when the mind is focused in its subtlest form, you can realize your true self and the ultimate aim of yoga is accomplished."
Anish
Dr. Anish is an Ayurvedic doctor (BAMS) and he will teach you anatomy classes. Here you will also discuss the benefits of asanas, how to address specific problems, or what to avoid during that time. Moreover, he will introduce you to the ancient healing science of Ayurveda, which ideally complements the yogic practices.
Location
This teacher training will take place in Varkala, India. Varkala, a calm and quiet hamlet, lies on the outskirts of the Thiruvananthapuram district. It has several places of tourist interest like a beautiful beach, a 2000-year-old Vishnu temple, and the Ashramam - Sivagiri Mutt, a little distance from the beach.
The Papanasam Beach (also called Varkala Beach), which is ten kilometers away from Varkala, is renowned for the natural spring. It is considered to have medicinal and curative properties. A dip in the holy waters at this beach is believed to purge the body of impurities and the soul of all sins; hence the name 'Papanasam Beach'.
A two-thousand-year-old shrine, the Janardhanaswamy Temple, is a short distance away from the beach. The Sivagiri Mutt, founded by the great Hindu reformer and philosopher Sree Narayana Guru (1856 - 1928) is also close by.
The Samadhi (the final resting place) of the guru here attracts thousands of devotees every year during the Sivagiri Pilgrimage days - December 30 to January 1. Sree Narayana Guru propagated the ideology: "one caste, one religion, and one god", in a society torn by the taboos of the caste system. Varkala offers excellent accommodation facilities for tourists and is vastly becoming a popular health resort with many Ayurvedic massage centers.
Distances
- Varkala Cliff - 2 minutes
- Papanasham / Varkala Beach, 10 kilometers
- Kollam, 37 kilometers
- Thiruvananthapuram city, 51 kilometers
Features
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
Food
Experience the authentic flavors of South India with traditional Keralan cuisine. All meals are vegetarian or vegan. Meals are freshly prepared by Shiva Rishi Yoga at Varkala Cliff's wonderful cook every day and presented as a buffet. You'll feel like your Keralan mother is cooking for you!
Three vegetarian meals per day for 6 days of the week will be provided. The menu includes gluten-free dishes such as dosa (flat bread made with rice flour, similar to chapati) along with salads, fruits, beans, and a wide variety of vegetables.
They do not use chili to keep the stomachs of European guests happy and the diet sattvic. They accommodate special dietary needs and allergies, just let them know in advance.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Ayurvedic
Exclusive Gifts
Shiva Rishi Yoga at Varkala Cliff has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
Ayurvedic Massage
Things to do (optional)
- Ayurvedic massages and treatments
- Beauty treatments
- Surfing
- Kayaking / boating
Spa treatments
Any type of Ayurvedic massage is available at an additional cost.
What's included
- 27 nights accommodation
- 6 days of class and one free day per week
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- Free pickup from Trivandrum Airport
- Full vegetarian sattvic yogi diet (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) 6 days a week
- Daily yoga asana classes
- Puja ceremonies and bhajans
- 200-hour guidebook and additional study material
- Backwater trip to Golden Island and a visit to Kapil Beach
- Free Wi-Fi
- free tea and water
- CCTV security
- 5% GST
Included Exclusive Gifts
Ayurvedic Massage
Relaxation for your body after an intense week of training. Enjoy a full body ayurvedic oil massage!
What's not included
- Flight
- Insurance
- Visa
- AC room supplement (100 EUR)
- Transportation during the training program
- Sunday meals (plenty of cafes and restaurants)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
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 and to the airport is included. The driver will pick you up right outside the airport.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% 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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