13 Day 100-Hour Ayurveda and Yin Yoga Therapy Teacher Training in Goa, India
Ayurveda and Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Goa, India
Embark on a transformative journey into the ancient sciences of Ayurveda and Yin yoga with this immersive program. Designed to equip yoga teachers with specialized knowledge, practical skills, and globally recognized certifications, this training prepares you to guide others on their path to holistic health and well-being. Led by seasoned experts in the wellness field, the program ensures a rich, hands-on experience in two profound healing practices, each explored as a complete and distinct discipline. Become an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Coach – certified by Bharat Sevak Samaj and a Yin yoga teacher as a module of a Yoga Alliance 300 hr certification or as a stand-alone continuing education course.
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Highlights
- Two-Week Immersion by the beach in Goa
- Diploma in Ayurvedic Lifestyle Coaching and 100-hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate
- Yin Yoga Therapy™ Education - TCM meridian theory, poses & intelligent sequencing, mindfulness
- Ayurveda Training – Study Ayurvedic self-care, nutrition, doshas, holistic coaching
- Immerse in daily training, healing circles, chanting, and meditation
- Beachside living in the birthplace of Ayurveda and yoga
- 3 delicious and nutritious meals on study days
- 12 nights accommodation with AC, pool, private beach access
Types
11 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Lounge
- Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Free parking
- Laundry
- Wireless internet
In the ‘yoga-Mecca’ town of Goa, Mandrem, you find Nalanda Retreat. A beach property where you can enjoy the seaside and experience the yoga life. The word Nalanda, which in Sanskrit means Giver of Knowledge, describes the soul of this yoga resort. Built to be a place of growth and healing, it is the perfect sanctuary to embrace what it means to live a holistic lifestyle. The Nalanda property features different buildings spread across 3000 square meters, nestled within a local fishing village.
The beachfront lounge offers you a beautiful view of the ocean on one of the best beaches in North Goa. The ambiance lets you soak in the relaxed vibes of the property and resonate with your inner balance. All rooms have air-conditioners and a private bathroom. The in-house beachfront restaurant Chia Seed serves three tasty vegan or vegetarian, healthy meals complete with superfood-fueled ingredients on your study days.
From enjoying the pool to sunbathing on the sandy beach or watching the sun setting into the Arabian Sea, you can experience it all at Nalanda - the serene environment stimulates your mind, energizes your body, and speaks to your soul. Nalanda offers the perfect surroundings to enjoy the tropical seaside beach town of Mandrem. Here you can experience the goodness and mindfulness of a holistic yoga lifestyle combined with enjoying the love for the local culture, nature, and the ocean.
Program
Certifications
With successful completion of the training, students will receive:
- An Ayurvedic Lifestyle Coach Diploma issued by Bharat Sevak Samaj (Development Agency Promoted by the Government of India).
- A 100-hrs Yoga Teacher Training Certificate from The Body-Mind-Soul Centre (RYS 300 – registered school with Yoga Alliance) which can be accredited to the 300-hrs Yoga Alliance certification program or alternatively can count as Yoga Alliance continuing education credits (for registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only).
- A Yin Yoga Therapy™ practitioner diploma: ‘Yin Yoga and Ayurveda’, which can be stand-alone or building block for our 700 hours of Yin Yoga Therapy™ education.
Discover the Deep Wisdom of Ayurveda and Yin Yoga
Embark on a transformative journey into the ancient sciences of Ayurveda and Yin yoga with this immersive training. Designed for yoga teachers seeking to expand their expertise, this program offers specialized knowledge, practical skills, and globally recognized certifications to empower you in guiding others toward holistic well-being.
Led by seasoned experts, this training provides a rich, hands-on experience in two profound healing traditions—each explored as a complete and distinct discipline. Whether you’re looking to deepen your personal practice or enhance your teaching, this program will equip you with the tools to integrate these time-honoured modalities into modern life.
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living
Ayurveda, known as the “science of life,” is an ancient holistic health system that emphasizes personalized wellness strategies. Rooted in the balance of the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—this training, led by Dr. Renuka Yadav delves into self-care rituals, nutritional principles, and lifestyle practices that promote balance and prevent illness.
Yin Yoga Therapy™ – Release of Physical, Emotional and Energetic tension
Yin Yoga Therapy™ is a meditative and introspective practice that works deeply on the body’s connective tissues, energy meridians, and emotional balance. This program covers the philosophy, anatomy, and energetic principles of Yin yoga, emphasizing fascia, joint mobility, and emotional release. We will show you how to activate chi flow along the meridians in the poses. You’ll gain the tools to skillfully guide yourself and others in a practice that promotes harmony, mindfulness and insight.
2 Week Immersion by the Beach
Held on the serene beaches of Goa, this program blends practical learning with an embodied experience of ancient healing traditions.
Over two life-changing weeks, you will dive into:
- Foundations of Ayurveda – Explore the doshas, daily rituals, seasonal wellness strategies, and Ayurvedic nutrition for deep-rooted well-being.
- Holistic Coaching Skills – Learn to guide others toward vitality and self-healing through Ayurveda’s timeless principles.
- The Art of Teaching Yin Yoga Therapy® – Develop intelligent sequencing skills, trauma-informed guidance, and anatomical considerations for Yin Yoga classes.
- Support in Recovery and Reduce Inflammation – Learn how Yin yoga therapy® aids in rehabilitation, enhance mobility and stability and alleviates chronic pain by promoting healing and reducing inflammation through mindful, therapeutic poses
- Meridians and Energy Flow – Understand Yin yoga’s foundation in working with meridians and Chi flow in the body, supporting energetic alignment.
- Experience additional practices, meditations, and healing circles – Cultivate self-reflection, transformation, and meaningful community connections.
Whether you aim to deepen your own journey, enhance your teaching repertoire, or foster personal and professional growth, this program offers a gateway to greater alignment, balance, and purpose.
Embark with Yin Yoga Therapy Teacher Training on this transformative journey of wisdom, healing, and evolution.
Curriculum:
Foundation of Ayurveda
- History and Origins of Ayurveda
- The Ayurvedic Elements (Panchamahabhuta)
- Understanding Body Structures (Dhatus), Functions (Doshas), and Metabolic Wastes (Malas)
- Channels (Srotas) and Metabolism (Agni)
- Body Type Analysis (Prakriti Pareekshana)
Ayurvedic Nutrition and Mental Well-being
- The Concept of Health (Swasthya) and Dosha Functions
- Ayurvedic Food Classification and Processing (Sanskar)
- Mental and Emotional Balance (Manodwega)
- Principles of Ethical Behavior and Social Interaction (Achar Samhita)
- Home Remedies for Common Ailments
Ayurvedic Daily and Seasonal Routines
- Dinacharya: Daily Routine for Optimal Health
- Ritucharya: Seasonal Adjustments in Lifestyle and Diet
- Spiritual Concepts in Ayurveda (Adhyatm)
- Addressing Imbalances in Doshas, Dhatus, and Malas
- Personalized Dosha Balancing
- Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation and Client Intake
Foundation, Definition, and Theory of Yin Yoga Therapy™
- Physical
- Energetic
- Soul and Mind
Yin Yoga Practice
- 35 regular yin yoga poses +
- Additional upper body poses, wall poses, and modifications
- Functional and energetic aspects of the poses
- How and when to use props
- Intelligent sequencing
Yin Yoga, Chi and the Meridian Flow in the Body
- Yin / yang / chi defined
- 12 primary traditional Oriental Medicine Meridians and their healing wisdom
- Meridians addressed in each pose
- Physical, energetic, and emotional value of each pose
- The 3 different ways to activate chi flow
- The transformative power of the rebound
Basic Anatomy and the Theory of Exercise
- The physical theory of the practice
- Aesthetic vs. functional alignment
- Compression vs tension
- Sensory processing, interception, and proprioception
- When and how to apply yin yoga principles in physical therapy to release pain
The Art of Teaching and Guiding
- Intention / Expression / Context / Tools
- Trauma-aware considerations to teaching yin and as wellness guide
Daily Yoga Practice
- Daily yin yoga immersion
- Morning class of dynamic yang styles of yoga for the balance
Sunset / Sunrise Circles
- Ayurvedic practices and rituals
- (Meditation / Breath-Work / Yoga Nidra
- Conscious connection sharing circles, sound healing, kirtan, cacao ceremony
- Mindful sunset / sunrise walks
Daily schedule for in-person training
Weekdays are study immersion, and your weekends are free to explore the area or to dedicate yourself to the online content. The mornings start with a nature meditation followed by some movement with guided more active yoga classes for balance.
After breakfast, there are theory and methodology classes till lunch, followed by a longer midday break. The late afternoons are dedicated to the Yin yoga practice and a sunset circle to complete the day.
Here is what a typical day looks like, days vary:
- 06:30 - 07:00 Sunrise Sadhana - Spiritual self-practice time
- 07:00 - 07:15 Beach meditation
- 07:20 - 08:30 Guided Yang Yoga practice
- Breakfast break
- 09:15 - 10:15 Theory
- 10:20 - 11:20 Methodology
- 11:30 - 12:30 Asana lab
- Lunch and afternoon break
- 15:30 - 17:30 Yin yoga immersion
- 17:45 - 18:45 Sunset circle
- 19:00 Dinner
- Occasional optional evening activities
Instructors
Jenny Stark
With many years of teaching experience across 34 countries, Jenny will be bringing a wealth of knowledge from her background in Hatha and Sivananda yoga, alongside her experience in Bodywork and Thai Massage, Aerial, Acro yoga, and Yin Yoga Therapy™ of course. She likes to incorporate different elements like sound or conscious touch into her Yin classes. She is teaching with The Body-Mind-Soul Center and Yin Yoga Therapy Training since 2019 and values her personal practice and discoveries made on the path of yoga throughout the years as her most precious journey.
Manuela Simone Sauter
Manuela left Germany to be a full-time pilgrim and travelling yogini. She shares with you her ongoing experience of being deeply immersed in a Buddhist way of life as a meditation guide at the Tushita Centre in Dharmsala. She is the lead trainer for meditation courses and Yin and sound healing immersions, where she guides students on how to skillfully combine yogic practices with sound to offer a therapeutic space to promote physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Meditation and Yin yoga are part of her daily life, and she has a deep passion for sharing them with others.
Location
By the beach in Goa
A kaleidoscopic blend of Indian and Portuguese cultures, sweetened with sun, sea, sand, susegad, and spirituality, Goa is India’s pocket-sized paradise. Located on the west coast of India, you can have the sight of high Sahyadri ranges on one side and on another side the picturesque view of the Arabian Sea.
Goa is known for its pictorial beauty, striking beaches, beautiful temples and churches, grand festival celebrations, and colorful Hindu and Catholic heritage. Goa has become a well-visited winter getaway where yoga is celebrated and spiritual activities are on a daily schedule: sunrise yoga sessions on the beach, reiki healing courses, meditation, and just about every other form of spiritual exploration, are all practiced freely.
Distances
- Manohar International Airport (GOX) - 50 minutes
- Goa International Airport (GOI) - 80 minutes
Features
Activities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Lounge
- Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
Services
- Free parking
- Laundry
- Wireless internet
Food
Be ready to be delighted with healthy, conscious, local, pure, and fresh vegetarian or vegan food made with love on your study days. Nalanda Retreat offers a range of Indian-inspired delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes in a setting that overlooks the ocean.
For the love for a conscious lifestyle, the food offered is always fresh and pure, as organic as possible, and mostly vegan with some vegetarian options. If you have any specific requirements (especially allergies e.g. nut allergy), please let your lead trainer know so they can prepare to accommodate that.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Yogic
- Ayurvedic
What's included
- 2 weeks of immersive training by the beach
- Certificate of completion
- Exploration of all aspects of Yin yoga, the Yin healing method, meridians, and the Chi flow in the body
- Learn about life balance and health prevention through ancient Ayurvedic wisdom
- Transformational healing circles
- Pre and post-retreat support from the team
- Digital manual, workbooks, and study material
- 3 daily meals on study days
- 12 nights of air-conditioned accommodation, pool, and private beach access
- 18% GST
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Personal expenses
- Visa
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 35 per person
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
34 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 33 per person
Manohar International Airport
18 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Manohar International Airport (GOX) - 50 minutes. Transfer from/to this airport is available for an extra cost of appox 28 EUR.
Alternatively, you can book your flight to arrive at Goa International Airport (GOI) - 80 minutes. Transfer from/to this airport is available for an extra cost of approx 30 EUR.
The venue is happy to arrange your pick-up from anywhere and send you a trusted taxi driver anytime to get you safely to the retreat.
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 30 days before arrival.
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