150 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Deepen your practice. Transform your life. Share the gift of yoga
Overview
Our 3-week, 150-hour Yoga Teacher Training is a deeply transformative journey designed to nourish body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in authenticity, love, kindness, and respect, this program offers an immersive exploration of yoga through asana, pranayama, meditation, and massage, inviting true self-connection and healing. Certified by Yoga Alliance as Continuing Education, this training is thoughtfully crafted to be realistic and meaningful — an experience that honors personal growth over ticking hours. We believe in guiding each student with compassion and integrity, helping you grow stronger, more balanced, and more aware, both on and off the matLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Course Overview
Duration: 21 Days
Dates
Every 3rd to 24th of a month
(all year round)
Yoga Styles
Traditional Hatha & Vinyasa
Course Timeline
Check-in
2nd of a month from 13:00 PM
Opening Ceremony
3rd 7:30PM
Certification Ceremony
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Check out
Check out: 23rd 10:00 AM
Included in this course
- Accommodation: clean, beautiful, quiet
- 22 Days Program with 6 Days Class and 1 Free Day per Week (including arrival and departure day)
- Full Vegetarian Sattvic Yogi Diet (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 6 Days a Week
- Daily Yoga Asanas & Meditation Practices
- Daily Classes and program (Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy Classes, Pranayama Classes)
- Excursion to beach or temple
- Fire Ceremony
- Free Wifi & Water
- Free Airport Pickup (Airport Trivandrum)
- International Yoga Teacher Certificate by Yoga Alliance USA (150h – applicable for CE-Continous Education hours)
Spiritual Day Trips
Let's Explore the World Together
Day trips during our Yoga Teacher Training are designed as an extension of the learning experience, taking your practice beyond the yoga shala and into the natural beauty and spiritual atmosphere of Kerala. These carefully chosen experiences allow students to connect more deeply with nature, local culture, and the essence of yoga through presence, silence, and shared moments. They offer a beautiful opportunity to step away from the daily routine, breathe deeply, and experience yoga as a way of living.
One of our most special journeys takes us to the beautiful Golden Island, located in the heart of Kerala’s famous backwaters. We travel there by boat, gliding through the peaceful waters surrounded by lush tropical scenery. On the island we visit a small Shiva temple, a sacred place where we receive blessings and spend some time in meditation and mantra chanting. The peaceful atmosphere of the island creates a deeply grounding experience and allows students to connect with the spiritual roots of yoga in a natural and authentic setting.
Another unforgettable experience is our beach meditation trip to the serene Kappil Beach. We travel by taxi to a small traditional fishermen village where daily life still moves with simplicity and connection to nature. From there we enjoy a peaceful walk of around twenty minutes along the coastline, leaving the crowds behind and arriving at a quiet spot by the sea. Surrounded only by the sound of waves and endless ocean views, we take time to meditate, swim in the sea, and simply be present in the moment. Shortly after sunset we return to the school for a fresh homemade dinner.
These day trips are much more than excursions; they are experiences that create lasting memories and often become some of the most cherished moments of the training. They invite students to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and experience the beauty of yoga not only on the mat, but in every part of the journey.
Early Bird Discount
If you book 3 months in advance of your selected course date, we offer an early bird discount of 30 €
RESIDENCE 01
Ganesha Palace
Stay at the Heart of the School
Located within Shiva Rishi Yoga School, Ganesha Palace offers the most connected and vibrant stay for students who wish to be at the center of the yogic experience. Here you are just steps away from the dining hall and our beautiful rooftop Yogashala, where daily classes take place with open views and peaceful energy.
All rooms are bright and comfortable, each with a private balcony, private bathroom, mosquito net, fan, wardrobe, and study desk.
High Season : Nov-Feb
Low Season : Mar - Oct
AC: +100€ optional (entire stay)
Prices: All inclusive 5% tax
- Private balcony
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe
- Private bathroom
- Ceiling fan
- Study desk
RESIDENCE 02
Shiva Mandala
Quiet Garden Living
Just a gentle 2-minute walk from the school, Shiva Mandala offers a more peaceful and private atmosphere, ideal for guests seeking extra quiet, rest, and space. Surrounded by greenery and garden views, this house creates a calm sanctuary while still keeping you close to all classes and activities.
The rooms are modern, fresh, and each equipped with a ceiling fan, wardrobe, study desk, and quality furnishings.
High Season : Nov-Feb
Low Season : Mar - Oct
AC: +100€ optional (entire stay)
Prices: All inclusive 5% tax
- Garden views
- Wardrobe
- Quality furnishings
- Ceiling fan
- Study desk
- Peaceful surroundings
Our Teachers
◈ Shiva
Shiva’s life is totally dedicated to yoga. He has been practicing Vinyasa and Hatha yoga for over 15 years. Trained in Sivananda Yoga Ashram, his teachings are based on Swami Satyananda, Swami Sivananda and Mark Stephens. He’s constantly deepening his knowledge trough self study and practice. By placing practice within the context of Indian culture and philosophy his classes are an ever deepening experience of the true tradition of yoga.
◈ Shalini
Attained her MSc degree in yoga and philosophy at the University of Chennai and is currently taking her doctoral degree while teaching philosophy classes at the school. In a compassionate and dialogic teaching style, she will guide your self-understanding towards a clear realization of the yoga sutras of Patanjali, of how yoga derived from the Vedic age and how scriptures can benefit your practice.
◈ Dr Anish S Ajayan
Dr. Anish BAMS is an Ayurvedic doctor 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.
◈ Dr Priya Anish
Dr. Priya is born in Kerala. She completed her BAMS(Ayurvedacharya) in Kerala University. She emphasizes a healthy diet and cooking by following ayurvedic rules is her passion. She believes in Ayurveda and Yoga as a good combination for complete health. She is practicing and teaching Ayurveda since nearly a decade.
◈ Kavita
Raised in a spiritually rooted family in Karnataka, Kavitha was introduced to the path of yoga and meditation early in life. Her formal journey began in 2006 with intensive practice and study in pranayama, meditation, and yogic philosophy, which she deepened through years of dedicated training in traditional ashrams. Committed to sharing this knowledge, she began teaching in Karnataka, where she successfully brought yogic wisdom to over 40 villages. Since 2015, she has continued her teaching journey in Rishikesh and, for nearly a decade, has been guiding students at various yoga schools on Varkala Cliff while traveling to share her practice more widely.
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All courses are in English, BUT we offer to our students a guide book that resume most of the theory classes and photos of Asanas to help you for your study and future teachings, so it should help you to have a better comprehension of theory classes. Also students tend to help each other’s.
We focus on traditional Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa Flow. Shiva has developed his own style, incorporating mantra with the breath. We follow ancient techniques based on Patanjali's philosophy. We believe that yoga is more than just bending and stretching; it is a path of total transformation, purifying negative tendencies through self-inquiry.
Yes, we do practice meditation and Pranayama everyday, it is also an important part of our teachings.
We offer 3 vegetarian meals per day, featuring traditional Kerala cuisine made with coconut oil. Our menu includes gluten-free dishes such as dosa (flatbread made with rice flour, similar to chapati) along with salads, fruits, beans, and a wide variety of vegetables,
Our food is served frehsly cooked and suitable for most diets and presented as a buffet. We do not use too many spices or chili, focusing more on herbs for flavor.
We accommodate special dietary needs and allergies, please let us know in advance!
All courses are in English, but we offer our students a guidebook that summarizes most of the theory classes and includes photos of asanas to assist with your studies and future teachings. This should help you gain a better understanding of the theory classes. Additionally, students tend to help each other.
We are registered with YOGA ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL so you will receive a certificate after completion of the 28 days TTC. We have theory’s and practice exams. All our teachers are very qualified and they have been teachings for many years, you can check our curriculum.
We had students who were beginners but had a strong mind. They followed through, and rested when needed during Asana class in Savasana, which is totally acceptable. However, be aware that a teacher training is very intense. You will have to practice Asanas 2 hours twice a day (morning and evening) for 6 days a week. Therefore you need to be dedicated and fit to follow this routine. Additionally you will have theroy classes, practice meditation and pranayama. All of this takes a lot of time and energy. If you are rather looking for a challenging or relaxing Yoga vacation, we recommend you to book one of our retreats instead.
We offer private rooms, with a private bathroom and balcony for max 2 persons. We provide towels and sheets that are changed and washed weekly.
No, but we can share the adress of local laundry services with you who will wash your clothes at low cost.
You also have a bucket in your room that you can use to wash your clothes by hand. By are happy to provide washing powder.
Yes, we have 4 AC rooms available at extra cost, which depends on the length of your stay. Just ask us for the availability and we'll send you all the information.
Every room is equipped with a ceiling fan and mosquito nets.
We are located at 5 m. Walking distance to beaches and store and restaurants for your convenience
There is an ATM machine in Varkala town, 15 m from our School you can get there by rickshaw for low cost. Also it is possible to change money at TRAVEL AGENCIES on Varkala Cliff, 5m. Walking distance from our School.
Trivandrum Airport We offer free pickup at Trivandrum airport only. We can help you to organize your departure, or travelling interest in Kerala or India with local travel agencies.
Our 300h students have the opportunity to practice more teaching classes and get different study material. Furthermore, they will be trained in more detail in sequencing and will have more alignment classes with our Lead Instructor Shiva Rishi.