Explore Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training With 4 Organic Massages and Yogic Diet Cooking Classes

Becoming a yoga teacher is more than learning postures and sequences—it’s a journey into self-discovery, holistic health, and the art of guiding others with authenticity. Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers a complete foundation in classical yoga while enriching your experience with 4 rejuvenating organic massages and a hands-on cooking class in yogic diet.

Yoga styles

• Hatha yoga
• Ashtanga yoga

Highlights

• Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
• Daily yoga and asana practices
• 4 organic massages
• 1 cooking class
• Textbook, chant book, and yoga chart
• 27 nights of accommodation in a shared room with Wi-Fi
• Daily vegetarian or vegan meals except on Sundays
• Airport transfer from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV).
• 1 day trip site visit
• 27 days with instruction
• The organizer also speaks: Hindi, Malayalam
• Group size: Maximum of 20 participants
• Airport transfer included: Trivandrum International Airport

Fees

• 28 days / 27 nights
  • USD 888/- 20% Discount on this package for limited time only. Grab this wonderful oppertunity.
  • Double shared accommodation.

Health & Hygiene

Safety precautions

• PCR test available on location (at additional costs)

Cleaning

• Uses cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus.
• Linens, towels and laundry washed in line with local authority guidelines.
• Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
• The accommodation partner we work with follows the guidelines of local authorities.
• Equipment for activities is disinfected before and/or after use.

Physical distancing

• Cashless payment available.
• Physical distancing is maintained.
• Instructors maintain a distance from the client at all times possible.
• Activities take place outside where possible.

Safety features

• Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by the local government.
• Hand sanitizer available in guest rooms and key areas.
• Process in place to check the health of guests.
• First aid kit available.
• A room is available to isolate suspected or infected COVID-19 patients.
• Protective masks are available for all staff.
• Protective masks available for clients.

Accommodation

Check-in Time:
11:30
Check-out Time:
11:30

Facilities

• Environmentally friendly
• Lounge
• Meditation garden
• Smoke-free property
• Free Wi-Fi
• Paid Laundry
• Medical assistance
• Wireless internet
• Dining area
• Garden
• Lobby
• Terrace
• Yoga shala
• Free parking
• Internet access

Vrinda School is located in the heart of Varkala, India. You will stay in a shared room. The accommodation is located near the international beach (a two-minute walkable distance from the yoga shala). In this economic package, Vrinda School of Yoga provides simple accommodation in one room for two persons in separate beds.

Program

Certification

Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).

The 200-hour training course consists of theory and practical classes in the basics of Hatha and Ashtanga yoga with knowledge of all contemporary styles of yoga.

Here you will learn the innermost real essence of yoga as mentioned in the traditional books: Vedas, Bhagavat Gita, Puranas, Upanishads, and how yoga got modified into different styles becoming the contemporary styles of yoga. You will learn all of the yoga styles including traditional ancient styles as well as different modern techniques of asanas (poses), pranayamas, mudras, bandhas, meditation, and relaxation techniques, and a yogic diet with a cooking demonstration.

Vrinda School will provide you with all of the teachings based on science and neuroscience, the basics of anatomy and physiology, biochemical and physiological changes before and after the practice of yoga, and the syllabus is equal to the Bachelor of Science in Yoga (BSc Yoga) which has a duration of 3 years.

CURRICULUM – 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Module 1 – Technique Training & Practice

Daily Guided Sessions

• Hatha Yoga Practice (Morning)
  • Asanas (postures)
  • Pranayama (breath regulation)
  • Mudras and Bandhas (energy locks)
  • Relaxation techniques
  • Meditation practices
• Ashtanga Vinyasa Practice (Evening)
  • Primary series of Ashtanga yoga
  • Integrated sequences with breath, posture, and meditation

Learning Outcomes:

• Step-by-step instruction and alignment techniques
• Cueing methods to guide students safely
• Development of breath awareness and control
• Enhanced self-practice and teaching confidence

Module 2 – Yoga Philosophy & Humanities

Daily Lectures & Discussions

• History and development of yoga
• Four types of yoga: Karma, Bhakti, Jnana, Raja
• Introduction to Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga
• Nadis and types of prana
• Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
• Yogic texts: Vedas, Upanishads, manuscripts
• Four stages of life
• Four states of consciousness
• Types of chitta (mental modifications)
• Yogic energy centers (chakras)
• Pancha Koshas, pranas, and tattwas

Learning Outcomes:

• Integrating philosophy into practice
• Understanding spiritual and psychological dimensions
• Applying yogic wisdom to everyday living

Module 3 – Anatomy & Physiology

Theory & Practical Workshops

• Human skeletal and muscular structure
• Vital organs and their functions
• Respiratory, circulatory, endocrine, digestive, and reproductive systems
• Types of breathing and diaphragmatic techniques
• Effects of asanas on body systems
• Spine health and postural corrections
• Joint structure and safe movement patterns
• Injury prevention and alignment principles

Learning Outcomes:

• Building a safe and informed practice
• Supporting students with physical limitations
• Understanding the body’s mechanics for better health

Module 4 – Teaching Methodology

Principles of Instruction

• Safe posture progression
• Cueing, voice modulation, and classroom management
• Adjustments and alignment techniques
• Sequencing for all levels
• Modifying postures for individual needs
• Intention setting and injury handling

Professional Development

• Ethics and guidelines for yoga teachers
• Liability, insurance, and professional conduct
• Marketing platforms and yoga communities
• Building a sustainable teaching career

Practicum

• Peer-to-peer learning and mentoring
• Adjustment techniques in real-time
• Role-playing as teacher and guide
• Managing injuries and creating a safe environment

Learning Outcomes:

• Teaching confidently and responsibly
• Building rapport and trust with students
• Handling emergencies and special cases

Module 5 – Ayurveda & Yoga

Integrated Wellness Practices

• Principles of Ayurveda and constitution types (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
• Body’s essential elements and energy flows
• Designing an Ayurvedic diet for balance
• Cooking methods aligned with health and digestion
• Three gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) and their influence
• Lifestyle practices for optimal well-being

Learning Outcomes:

• Applying Ayurveda in daily routines
• Enhancing physical and mental health through mindful choices
• Integrating nutrition and lifestyle with yoga practice

Assessment & Participation

• Weekly Assignments: Reinforce learning and practical application
• Final Teaching Exam: Practical demonstration under supervision
• Final Written Exam: Theory comprehension and application
• 100% Attendance: Required for certification
• Adherence to Curriculum: No violation of course guidelines

Daily schedule

06:00 AM – 8:00 AM         Hatha yoga practice

08:30 AM                             Breakfast

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM       Theory class on topics in the syllabus

12:00 PM – 13:00 PM        Classes on yoga, anatomy, physiology, and Yoga Nidra

12:00 PM – 13:00 PM        Lunch

15:00 PM – 16:00 PM        Yoga philosophy, practice on mudra, bandha, pranayama

16:00 PM – 18:00 PM        Ashtanga Vinyasa practical class

19:00 PM – 20:00 PM        Chantings, meditation, chakra meditation, candlelight meditation

18:00 PM                              Dinner

There is no classes on SUNDAY, STUDENTS ARE asked to use the Sunday for rest/study/ site visit/ self introspection/self practice. Students are strictly advice not to practice any intense activities like long running, long swimming, which will affect their daily yoga practice.

Schedule

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Starting Date	05 - Jan	05 - Feb	05 - Mar	05 - Apr		05 - May	05 - Jun	05 - Jul	05 - Aug	05 - Sep	05 - Oct	05 - Nov	05 - Dec
Ending Date	01 - Feb	04 - Mar	01 - Apr	02 - May		01 - Jun	02 - Jul	01 - Aug	01 - Sep	02 - Oct	01 - Nov	02 - Dec	01 - Jan
Choose your package 1.Double Sharing (Rs.)	₹59,999/-
2.Double Sharing Economical (Rs.)	₹54, 000/-
3.Triple Sharing Economy	USD 520/-
4.Double Sharing with 10 Ayurvedic Massages (Rs.)	20% Discount on this package limited time only. ₹1,23,691/-
5.Double Sharing with 8 Ayurvedic Massages (Rs.)	₹1,20,272/-
6.Double Sharing 4 Organic Massages & a Cooking Class (Rs.)	20% Discount on this for limited time only. USD 888/-

Food

During this course, you will be served only vegetarian plant-based meals.

The following meals are included:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

The following drinks are included:

• Tea

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

• Vegetarian
• Yogic

What's included

• Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course
• Class material such as textbooks, chant books, and yoga chart
• Vegetarian or vegan meals every day except on Sundays and Vipasana Day
• 27 nights of accommodation
• Daily yoga and asana practice
• 1 day site visit
• 4 organic massages
• 1 cooking class
• Wi-Fi in rooms
• Free airport transfer from the Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) available only on commencing and ending date of the program
• Paid Laundry Service
• Text book
• Chant book
• Yoga charts

What's not included

• Flight tickets
• Laundry expenses
• Personal expenses
• Medical expenses
• Additional stay
• Toiletries and cosmetics
• Water bottles
• Yoga mat
• Separate diet plans not included

How to get there

Recommended Airports

TRV

Trivandrum International Airport

36 km

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Transfer from this airport to Vrinda school of yoga is available with an additional charges rupees 5000/- OR USD50. Vrinda school of yoga will pick you up from the airport.

GPS

8.7299557000, 76.7099383000.

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport Airport transfer included: Trivandrum International Airport No additional charges. You can request this in the next step. manage by