12 Day 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Kerala, India
Yoga Teacher Training in India
Yogakulam Academy offers beginners an extensive 100-hour yoga teacher training course in India. It provides training in multi-style yoga, with Hatha yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga as primary domains. The yoga institution delivers well-rounded yoga education guided by expert trainers who focus on giving individual attention to students to enrich their learning. They will help you master proper techniques, alignment, and modifications to build a strong foundation and enhance your yoga practice.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Engage with professional yoga teachers
- Explore a thorough curriculum and experience-focused learning
- Participate in invigorating yoga class
- Immerse yourself in a peaceful environment and foster positive experiences
- Enjoy the scenic beauty with beautiful beach views or lake views
- Opportunity to do some local sightseeing
- 11 nights accommodation and daily full-board meals
- Certificate of completion
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
12 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Spa
- Steam room
- Temazcal
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Smoke-free property
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Convenience / grocery store
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Laundry
- Wireless internet
- Outdoor shower
Yogakulam Academy believes that a comfortable and cozy environment is essential for your overall well-being during your yoga retreat in Paravur. The well-appointed rooms are equipped with all the amenities you need for a restful stay. From comfortable beds to spacious wardrobes, they have taken care of every detail to ensure your comfort.
Kerala Retreat believes in giving you the most comfortable experience during your stay with them. They offer accommodations in clean, spacious, and well-ventilated rooms with optional air conditioning.
The accommodation in Paravur at Yogakula Academy offers a unique combination of calmness and comfort, which aims to enhance your overall experience. Whether you choose a private room or opt for a shared space, each option is geared toward ensuring your stay is as restful and refreshing as possible.
The Paravur accommodations feature modern amenities, cozy furnishings, and a relaxing ambiance to provide a peaceful retreat after a day of yoga and exploration of the beauty of Varkala.
Program
Get ready to take your yoga journey to the next level. Expand your horizon and connect with your inner self through the transformative power of yoga.
As individuals, you are bound by place, time, people, circumstances, etc. These boundaries limit you from exploring your full potential. With yoga, you can break out of all these boundaries and become limitless. You can end the suffering that is imposed upon you by the mind. Achieve inner peace and mindfulness.
Begin this journey of enlightenment in “god’s own country”. Liberate your beautiful soul because you deserve it. Build a connection of a lifetime within you. Find a community of like-minded people that will motivate you to continue on this path.
Learn authentic ancient wisdom from the masters. The yoga sutras were written by the ancient Indian sages 5000 years ago to end the suffering of the mind. Patanjali who wrote the yoga sutras is the compilation of answers to an enquiring mind. You’ll find answers to all the hard life questions on the journey of enlightenment. That’s the promise of the ancient sages.
What better way to begin this journey than in the heart and tranquility of nature? With the company of like-minded people. The 100-hour yoga teacher training course will give you the strength and flexibility of the body and the mind. You become limitless just like water, nothing can break you.
About the 100-hour yoga teacher training course
This yoga teacher training course is designed to give you a strong foundation. A perfect start for your yoga journey. This course takes into consideration your time. Hence, Yogakulam Academy has created a course that will not only give you all the necessary knowledge to begin as a yoga teacher but all that in a very short period.
This program will transform you into an efficient and certified yoga teacher. It will help you discover your physical and psychic capabilities. This course will award you with an internationally recognized certificate that’ll allow you to teach yoga anywhere in the world.
You’ll learn the basics of Ayurveda, practical tips on how to run a yoga class, teaching tips, and tricks, they will give you the plan to start your yoga class and implement all the learning.
Yogakulam Academy believes in providing special training hence they have subject matter experts for each class. So that you can learn from the best. The course will leave you with enough confidence to start your yoga class.
The course includes basics of classical Hath yoga, Ashtanga yoga primary series, anatomy and physiology of yogic science, mantra chantings, the science of breathing, shat kriyas, yoga philosophy, foundational text Patanjali Yoga Sutras, meditation, yoga Nidra and yoga teaching methodology.
You will follow the daily routine of a yogi, waking up at sunrise, with a fresh breakfast followed by lunch, and then dinner. Then you will have tea breaks and supper. This will give you a holistic yogi experience.
Why choose India for yoga?
India is the land of Ayurveda and yoga. They teach the most authentic form of yoga passed on from generation. The environment is right, you can completely immerse yourself in the yogic experience and connect with the community of like-minded people.
Why a 100-hour yoga teacher training course?
A 100-hour YTTC is a minimum qualification that hands you an internationally recognized certificate. This will help you get started on your yoga teacher journey.
Is the course only for people who want to become yoga teachers?
not. It is for everyone who wants to learn yoga and build a strong foundation. It can benefit all irrespective of their previous yoga knowledge. This course will deepen your yoga practice and knowledge.
Do participants need the experience to enroll in this course?
Since it’s a beginner course you do not need any experience to join this course.
Can pregnant women join this course?
You should consult your doctor before joining. If you are in good shape there won't be a problem for you to join this course.
What to do after completion of the course?
You can start teaching yoga or open your studio. You can further specialize in prenatal/ postnatal yoga, kids yoga, or geriatric yoga. You can deepen your yoga knowledge with 200-hour, 300-hour, and 500-hour yoga courses. Yoga is a blooming field there are lots of opportunities in yoga as people are becoming more aware of the benefits of yoga.
Is it safe to travel alone in Kerala?
Absolutely, rest assured. Since Kerala is one of the safest places in India. You won’t face any troubles. It's a popular tourist destination among foreigners. You will be mesmerized by its beauty and soothing breeze.
Do participants need to prepare anything in advance before joining the course?
No, you just have to pack your thing and board the flight. Yogakulam Academy will take care of the rest. If you can’t rest your enthusiasm you can start reading about yoga online, get to know the subject a little bit, and start doing gentle stretches and exercises. Join the course with an open mind and positive energy.
Can you get immediately started with teaching yoga after course completion
Yes, you can start immediately. You can also wait if you are a beginner and practice yoga for a year or two before you start teaching. The choice is up to you. Nonetheless, the certificate awarded allows you to start immediately.
Yoga learning in God's own country
The course is conducted in Kerala, the motherland of Ayurveda. The scenic beauty of the Arabian Sea will set a whole new ambiance to your yoga learning experience. Kerala is renowned for its rich culture, traditional architecture, opulent food, and its breathtaking landscapes.
Kerala is the land of the ancient wellness science, Ayurveda, and the oldest martial art form, Kalaripayattu. While you are here, you will get the most comfortable accommodation and healthy food. Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded a certificate that has global recognition.
Course Curriculum
Classical and traditional practice of Hatha yoga
- What is Hatha yoga? And its various sequence styles of practice
- Surya and Chandra Namaskar and its mantra awareness practices
- Six steps of doing asana consciously
- Joints and glands as a preparatory practice
- Deep study of classical Hatha yoga with adjustments and alignments
- Core understanding of the practice of Kundalini yoga
- Practical idea of Iyengar yoga and its tools of implementation
- Standing series of asana methods
- Kneeling series of asana methods
- Sitting series of asana
- Lying on stomach series of asana
- Supine series of asana
- Inversion series of asana
- Asana benefits and its contra-indications
Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga – primary series- structure and sequential methods
- Understanding the idea of Mysore Ashtanga practices vs Krishnamacharya’s Ashtanga practices
- Idea of teaching Ashtanga yoga sequence
- Four modules of Ashtanga yoga
- What is Vinyasa?
- How many Bandhas are there in Ashtanga?
- Importance of Ujjai practice
- Its benefits and side effects
Pranayama and its cleansing and expansions
- Chest breathing vs diaphragmatic breathing
- What are prana and pranayama mean?
- Types of pranayama practice
- What is Nadi?
- What are Ida, Pingala, and Sushmana?
- Seven main practices of pranayama
- Four qualities of yogic breathing
- 1:1, 1:2 and 1:4 breathing for emotional purification
- Psychological effect of yogic breathing
- Stress and stress-less-related breathing techniques
Mudra and its sparks
- Yogic gesture for stress-related problems
- Internal mudras
- Healing gestures for physical blockages
- Pranic gestures for awakening energy
- Importance of mudra according to Hatha yoga
- Types of mudra
- Practicum of Guyana and chin mudra
- Practicum of Ashwini Mudra
- Physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of mudra
Mantra and its vibrations
- Introduction of mantra yoga
- Significance of (OM)-AUM
- Mantra for meal purification
- Mantra for obstacles
- Mantra for universal masters to bless
- Mantra for realization
- Mantra for well being
Meditation and its transformations
- Breath awareness meditation
- Inner light meditation
- Chakra awareness meditation
- Bodyless meditation
- Mantra awareness meditation
- Walking meditation
- Full moon meditation
- Third eye meditation
Yoga Nidra and its deep silence
- What is yoga Nidra?
- What is sleep?
- Four states of consciousness
- Benefits of deep sleep
- Yoga Nidra practices from Himalayan tradition
- How yoga Nidra practices cure insomnia problem
- Adjusting in Shavansana
Adjustment and alignment practices
- The fundamentals of practicing side extension, forward extension, backward extension, and revolving action
- How to correct postures verbally and by hands-on adjustments
- Modifying the asana with different tools
- Various limitations, contra-indications, and benefits of yoga asana
- Workshop on hip opening
- Workshop on back bending
- Workshop on forward bending
- Workshop in twisting postures
Teaching methodology and its confidence
- Disciplines of yoga teachers and students
- How important to ensure the safety of students while teaching
- Understanding the idea of demands of students before starting the class
- The scope of listening, presence, directive, and non-directive dialogue
- How important is a demonstration
- What are the preparations for classroom
- How to sequence the class
- How to describe the practice, techniques, and delivery in teaching a class
- Discussion on different types of lesson planning
Yoga philosophy and its unknown realities
- History and origin of yoga
- Why do you have a disturbed mind, distracted mind, and stupefied mind in yogic science?
- What is yoga?
- What is celibacy and sex in yogic science?
- Why do you suffer?
- What is Ashtanga yoga? (eight limbs of yoga)
- What made you get the disease?
- What is Raja yoga?
- How to bend the body to bend the mind?
- What is ignorance?
- Three states of consciousness in yogic science
- What is mind?
- Four foundational pillars of life
- Four faculties of mind field in yogic science
- What does practice mean in yogic science?
- Five layers of the body in yogic science
- What does Ekagrah mean?
- What is knowledge and wisdom in yoga?
- What is Kundalini?
- What is Karma?
- What is chakra?
- What does Nirodhah mean in yoga?
- What is fear and love in yogic science?
- What are enlightenment and liberation in yoga?
Yoga anatomy and its safety and precautions
- What is yogic anatomy and physiology?
- Introduction of the respiratory system and yogic breathing
- How Shat Kriya practices give benefits to a body?
- How do pranayama practices give a connection to the digestive and immune system?
- How do asana practices have various effects on joints, the spine, and the muscular system?
- The structure of the spine and its movement in yoga
- Types of contraction in the muscular system
- Know the basic studies and types of joints to avoid injury during asana classes
- Studies and discussion about the spine according to a yogic point of view
Daily Schedule
- 05:00 - 05:30 Wake up
- 05:30 - 06:00 Herbal tea
- 06:00 - 07:30 Hatha yoga
- 08:00 - 09:00 Pranayama
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:45 - 11:45 Mantra session
- 12:00 - 13:00 Philosophy
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 14:00 - 15:30 Rest
- 15:30 - 16:30 Adjustment and alignment
- 16:30 - 18:00 Ashtanga
- 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
- 20:00 - 21:00 Self-study
Schedule is subject to change weekly wise.
Instructors
Saurabh Rawat
Experienced and passionate yoga instructor. Led to Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga Primary series and advanced training approaches in 200HR and 300HR Yoga Teacher Training Course. Adept in creating powerful teaching plans that aim to support and benefit each and every student.
Saraswathi Bukka
The finest yoga teacher with years and years of expertise in traditional Hatha yoga. Dr. Saraswathi Bukka is a dedicated Ayurveda doctor and certified yoga instructor with over 11 years of experience in the medical field. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) and has earned multiple postgraduate diplomas, including Clinical Cosmetology (PGDCC), Medical Trichology (PGDMT, Delhi), Clinical Research, and Panchakarma (Kerala). Her qualifications reflect her commitment to combining traditional and modern approaches to holistic health.
Abin Sur
Initiated into the Tantric Kaula tradition and later into Kriya Yoga, Abin has spent nearly three decades immersed in the study and practice of Tantra, Samkhya, and Yoga, integrating ancient wisdom into both his personal sadhana and teaching. A 500-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher, Abin’s teaching is rooted in the classical yogic sciences. He offers in-depth guidance in asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, and kriya, always emphasizing subtle awareness, energetic refinement, and spiritual integration. His approach is practical, direct, and steeped in tradition—making profound teachings accessible with
Location
Nestled along the enchanting coastline of Kerala, Paravur beckons with its captivating blend of natural wonders and cultural allure. The town's idyllic backwaters, like glistening ribbons woven by nature, offer a serene escape that allows one to drift away from the cares of the world.
Paravur's historical tapestry is interwoven with tales of ancient trade routes and colonial echoes, evident in the remnants of the Dutch Fort that stand as silent witnesses to time's passage.
With its diverse religious sites and vibrant festivals, the town celebrates its spiritual heritage, inviting travelers to partake in its cultural tapestry.
As the aroma of traditional Kerala cuisine mingles with the coastal breeze, Paravur truly becomes a haven for those seeking to lose themselves in the embrace of nature, history, and the warm hospitality of Kerala's soulful charm.
Food
Every meal is crafted to nourish not only the body but also the mind and soul, creating a complete sense of well-being. Yogakulam Academy sources ingredients from local farms, ensuring that each bite is bursting with the flavors of Kerala's rich and diverse produce. The chefs infuse every dish with mindfulness and positive energy, enhancing the overall dining experience. Drawing from the principles of Ayurveda, the meals are thoughtfully balanced to promote harmony within the body's natural constitution.
From traditional Kerala dishes to international flavors, the menu offers a wide range of options to cater to different preferences. Dining at Yogakulam Retreat Center Kerala is more than just eating; it's a connection to nature and a celebration of the Earth's bounty. They take dietary preferences and restrictions into account, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a nourishing meal tailored to their needs.
Healthy food
Kerala has over 100 different castes of people, each with typical cuisine, costumes, and culture. The cultural variation of Kerala is visible in its rich gastronomy as well. The food offered at Yogakulam Academy is typical of Kerala's cuisine. Good food is good health; that is the cooking mantra at Yogakulam. Mornings and evenings are welcomed by a refreshing herbal tea. The three-time meal is enriched with cereals, spices, pulses, and grains cooked with love by qualified chefs.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Yogic
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
There are activities you can enjoy:
- Varkala Beach
- Janardhana Swami Temple
- Kayaking
- Boat Trip from the Private Island to Kappil Beach
- Backwaters floating meditation
- Lake visit
- Small hike
- Yoga near the lake
- Opening and closing ceremony
- Full Moon yoga
What's included
- Yoga materials and props
- Certificate of completion
- Hot water
- Fun activities
- Study materials
- 11 nights accommodation during the program
- All meals with herbal tea daily
What's not included
- Visa
- Airport Shuttle
- Flight Tickets
- GST
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 95 per person
Cochin International Airport
154 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 30 per person
Trivandrum International Airport
43 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to the nearest airport, Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), which operates several international and domestic flights. Airport transfer is not included in the price. You may hire a prepaid taxi or an AC Volvo bus to Paravur. You may also take a train from Trivandrum to Paravur.
Yogakulam Academy also provides transportation from the airport to the academy at an additional cost. For more information, please send an inquiry.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% 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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