24 Day 200-Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training Course in South Goa, India
Yoga Teacher Training in India
India is yoga’s birthplace. Hence, it is evident that an enthusiastic and passionate aspirant of yoga will always prefer India to learn yoga deeply. Bhakti Yogshala 200 Hours Teacher Training Course in Goa features Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yin, Pranayama, Yogic Philosophy, Ayurveda Practice, and sessions of Meditation at the Center.
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Highlights
- Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yin yoga
- Meditation, chanting and pranayama sessions
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- 21 days of practice from Monday to Saturday
- Additional experiences: color therapy, diet therapy, naturopathy
- Tea, green tea, coffee, and drinking water provided
- 3 daily vegetarian meals following Ayurvedic principles
- 23 nights of ashram accommodation with peaceful surroundings
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport) (US$ 40 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Garden
- Smoke-free property
The beautiful Huts rooms have natural light, fresh air and modern comforts such as shower, WIFI, western toilets, comfy linens, towels, etc. An open sitting and resting area with beautiful views of the Himalayas and the sunset makes the venue one of the best facilities of the town.
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Overview Of 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training In Goa, India
200 hours yoga teacher training course is a series of the precisely crafted syllabus for the complete understanding of Yoga and becoming a master of it. It is specially designed by keeping the expert opinions of experienced Yogis, focused on teaching Methodologies for a better understanding of concepts. Some highlights of 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training in Goa:
- Well managed 200 hours yoga teacher training course for holistic development
- Approved by the International Yoga Alliance, USA
- Classes by highly experience Yoga Masters
- Concept clearing and Yoga Philosophy classes
- Meditation, Chanting and Pranayama sessions
- Special attention on Yoga Teaching, Teaching Methodology, Lifestyle and Ethics
- Comfortable accommodation for the best possible atmosphere of Yoga learning
- Pure Vegetarian Meals, Herbal Tea as suggested by Yoga experts
- Free Wi-fi facility
- Sightseeing and exploring Goa
Curriculum
Yoga Teacher Training Goa course will give you a deeper understanding of yoga philosophy and teach you about yogic theory and texts. These scriptures shed light on how yoga evolved and reminded practitioners of its original purpose by providing the context behind ancient philosophies and practices.
Asana Practice Hatha Yoga
- Pawanmuktasana series
- Surya Namaskar
- Surya Namaskar
- Standing poses
- Sitting poses
- Forward bends
- Backbends
- Spinal rotations
- Inversions
- Supine and prone positions
- Hand balancing poses
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
- Practice the primary series of Ashtanga Vinyasa by K. Pattabhi Jois
- Lead class and self-practice (Mysore style)
- Learn how to adjust the students
- Learn how to modify the difficult poses
- Create your own Vinyasa sequence
- Key points: Ujjayi breath, Drishti, and bandhas
Yin Yoga
- Yin yoga meridian opening practice
- Heal your body and calm your mind
- Introduction to Chinese medicine: meridians, organs, and fascia
- Yin-yang theory
- Get all the benefits of inversions poses
- Improve your flexibility, strength, core, and coordination
- Learn how to design sequences for therapeutic treatment
- Go beyond your limitations and fly
Yoga Philosophy
- The history of yoga
- Introduction to yoga sutras
- In-depth study on Yoga Sutras
- 8 limbs of yoga
- Study of yoga-based on ancient scriptures
Pranayama
- Nadi shodhana pranayama
- Surya bheda pranayama
- Sheetali pranayama
- Seetkari pranayama
- Bhramari pranayama
- Bhastrika pranayama
- Kapalbhati pranayama
Meditation
- Yoga Nidra
- Breathing meditation
- Sufi meditation
- Trataka (candlelight meditation)
- Cyclic meditation (stress management)
- Active meditations
Bhakti Yoga
- Performing bhajan-kirtan with live music
- Havan (opening fire ceremony for invocation of energy)
- Ajapa-japa (repetition of a mantra)
Naturopathy Techniques
- Mud therapy
- Colour therapy
- Fasting
- Other basic detoxification techniques
Teaching Methodology
- Lifestyle and ethics of a yoga teacher
- Classroom management
- Principles of observation
- Demonstrations
- Assisting and hands-on adjustment techniques
- Correct alignment and potential risks of yoga postures
- Practicum classes
Daily Schedule
- 06:30 - 07:00 Self-practice: warm-up, pranayama, meditation, Jala-neti, or perfecting a posture
- 07:00 - 08:30 Asana class I: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Yin
- 08:30 - 10:15 Breakfast or leisure
- 10:15 - 11:15 Philosophy or theory I
- 11:30 - 13:00 Asana clinic, adjustment, or practicum
- 13:30 - 15:20 Lunch, rest, or leisure
- 15:20 - 16:20 Anatomy or theory II
- 16:30 - 18:00 Asana class II: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Yin
- 18:00 - 18:30 Refresh or tea
- 18:30 - 19:30 Meditation, kirtan, or group discussion
- 19:30 Dinner, study, or free time
Included excursions
- Sightseeing and exploring Goa.
Instructors
Nitin Chotwani
A dedicated and dynamic teacher, Dr. Nitin is specialized in Hatha yoga, an E-RYT 500 and YACEP. He has been teaching for four years and practicing yoga for the last 10 years. His passion for yoga began at a young age and he has spent several years focusing on the health and wellness benefits of yoga. He pays particular attention to the needs of every student throughout each class and gives an in-depth and clear understanding of different asanas and their benefits. He leaves all his students with new and deep knowledge and understanding of Hatha yoga that can benefit them and others.
Pawan Maheshwari
Pawan has been a student of Yoga teaching for 5+ years. Along with him, connect to something sacred: YOU! As you are in the class, allow your being to connect to the magic of your breath, the flow of your body, the melody of your heartbeat, and the depth of your soul, both on and off the yoga mat. Yoga found Pawan when he lost himself. Covered with layers peeling off slowly, as they say when you are frustrated with how life is going, you flow into becoming the flow, and that is what happened – a surrender, an acceptance, and letting himself be free to find freedom.
Namoona Acharya
Pranayama, Philosophy & Ayurveda Teacher Moona began her yoga journey in 2017, drawn to the transformative power of the practice. With a deep passion for holistic well-being, she pursued extensive training, completing both her 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training courses. She further deepened her expertise by earning a Master’s degree in Yoga and studying Ayurveda, integrating ancient wisdom into her teachings. As a dedicated Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga teacher, Moona specializes in supporting women through different stages of motherhood, offering guidance in movement, breathwork, and
Parvesh Gaonkar
Parvesh is a Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow, Yin & Acro Yoga Teacher. He has been immersed in the practice of yoga since 2014, dedicating himself to deep study and personal growth. His journey led him to traditional ashram learning, where he refined his understanding of yogic philosophy, discipline, and practice. He expanded his knowledge by completing a Master’s degree in Yoga, enriching his expertise in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the discipline. Since 2018, Parvesh has been sharing his wisdom as a yoga teacher, guiding students through various styles, including Hatha and Ashtanga.
Retreat location
For yoga practitioners and 200 hour yoga teacher training students, the beautiful venue in the midst of forest of Goa is available.
- Beach is just 4-5 minutes walking distance
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Blessed with a beautiful in-house kitchen along with experienced Indian Ayurveda cooks, Bhakti yogshala offer delicious and healthy meals to the yoga guests. The food is cooked with love and hygiene to ensure best food is served to the guests. Bhakti yogshala specialities are Indian curry vegetables, khichri, flavoured rice, pulses or lentils. They procure fresh fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients from organic vendors. In addition to three vegetable meals during training days, they also offer herbal tea and Indian Masala chai two times a day.
Vegan and Gluten free meals also available.
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
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Yogic
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
There are a lot of good places to visit around.
Fort
The fort is an excellent example of Portuguese architecture in Goa. Although it is entirely ruined now, the height gives a lovely view of the Arabian sea touching the white sand surrounded by clusters of coconut and palm trees.
Chapoli Dam
Chapoli Dam is a neat ‘portrait of silence’ which has calm waters of the lake having sweet waters. The lake is surrounded by small hills giving the whole picture a magical view. You can also go fishing here.
Mobor Beach
It is an extremely neat and clean beach, which is very less crowded. It does not have many shacks but the calmness surrounding this beach is very attractive. People come here to witness the sun setting down into the majestic Arabian sea, making the sky orange.
Palolem Beach
It is an exotic white sand beach edging the calm waters of the Arabian Sea. Most of the tourists are attracted to its nightlife which has a world-famous ‘Silent Disco’.
Rock formations
This place is least visited by tourists, thus giving you a quiet and calm shore to relax. It is unique with sprouting rock formations where you can spend some time alone.
What's included
- 23 nights accommodation
- Vegetarian breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (except for Sundays)
- Tea, green tea, coffee, and drinking water
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance after completion
- 200-hour yoga teacher training course manual and stationery
- Visits to sightseeing and beach yoga
- Kriya set
- Access to the library
- Wi-Fi
- Naturopathy Treatments Leaning
What's not included
- Personal expenses
- Laundry expenses
- Sunday meals
- Local transportation
- Flights
- Airport transfers
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
13 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport) (GOI). Transfer from and to the airport is available for an additional cost of 40 USD. The distance between Agonda Beach and the airport is 22.7 kilometers. Bhakti Yogshala will send a cab to pick you up, or you can hire a cab from the airport if you have luggage and wish to save time. The route follows the NH66 in case you wish to drive to the beach on your own.
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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