Kerala, affectionately called God’s Own Country, is a land of age-old traditions and has been nurturing a culture rooted in ancient Indian philosophy. The place nourishes heavenly landscapes adorned by lush grasslands, towering peaks, shimmering backwaters, and palm promenades to explore and marvel at.
Welcome aboard on god’s own country, the capital of Ayurveda, Kerala. Explore the dynamism of your mind, body, and spirit during a 100 hour Yoga teacher training in Kerala at Kerala Yogashala. Come here and soak in its serene environment as you explore age-old traditions of Ayurveda and Yoga.
Capture a clear glimpse of the yoga world during the program. Develop an understanding of the asana clinic, bio mechanics, philosophy of yoga with references from the Bhagavad Gita, experience yoga in its purest form under the esteemed tutelage of Indian yoga masters and vedic experts.
Get ready for a detailed introduction to the yoga world. With our 100 hour yoga teacher training program divided into two one-week modules, you learn theoretical lessons, practical sessions, and a lot of other things to enhance your understanding. During the program, learn how to delve into fundamental asanas while focusing on alignment and modifications. Understand how pranayama techniques help enhance your respiratory efficiency and control life force energy. Meditation, understanding anatomy and physiology, exploring classical texts on yoga, and learning alignment, adjustments, sequencing, and communication skills, are significant elements of the program.
The curriculum of 100 hour yoga teacher training is about taking the initial step towards a serious journey of yoga. The program is opted for by those who are just stepping into the yoga world. And so, the 100 hour YTT at Kerala Yogashala has been designed to offer students intense yoga practice and detailed class lectures. Here’s what the curriculum includes:
In-depth study of fundamental yoga postures, i.e., asana clinic while focusing on correct alignment, variations, and adjustments. Students will practice both the Hatha and Ashtanga styles.
Introduction to different meditation techniques including guided meditations, mindfulness practices, and mantra chanting, so that students can nurture mental clarity and inner peace.
Exploration of key yogic texts and concepts including the Eight Limbs of Yoga, Yamas, Niyamas, and the concept of Dharma
Learn various breathing exercises such as Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, and Bhastrika and understand how they are useful in regulating and enhancing prana.
Study of the human body including the skeletal, muscular, and respiratory systems. Students will understand how yoga postures affect these systems
Practical sessions on teaching skills including how to instruct, adjust, and assist students, manage a class, and create effective yoga sequences.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
|
06:30 – 07:00 Am |
Kriyas & Cleansing Techniques (Self – Practice) |
|
07:00 – 08:30 Am |
Asana Practice |
|
08:30 – 09:00 Am |
Pranayama & Breathwork |
|
09:00 – 10:00 Am |
Breakfast |
|
11:30 – 12:30 Pm |
Yoga Philosophy & Lifestyle |
|
13:00 – 14:00 Pm |
Lunch Break |
|
14:30 – 15:30 Pm |
Alignment / Adjustment / Anatomy |
|
16:00 – 17:30 Pm |
Yoga Asanas Practice |
|
18:00 – 18:30 Pm |
Dinner |
|
19:30 Pm |
Chanting / Meditation & Evening Activities |
|
22:00 Pm |
Lights Off |
Here’s what you will learn week-wise during your 100 hour yoga teacher training at Kerala Yogashala:
| Week | Things You Will Learn |
|---|---|
|
Week 1 |
• Introduction to Yoga Philosophy and History • Fundamental Asana Practice • Alignment and adjustments • Basic Pranayama Techniques • Guided Meditation Sessions • Yogic Anatomy and Physiology |
|
Week 2 |
• Learn Yamas, Niyamas, and the Eight Limbs of Yoga • Advanced Asana Sequencing • Chakra and Prana Flow • Mudras and Bandhas • Basic Teaching Methodology • Group activities and excursions |
Connect and get trained under the Master-level Yoga Teachers of India who are devoted practitioners and certified teachers of Ashtanga, Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Asanas, Therapies, Meditation, Philosophy, Anatomy, Pranayama, Shat Karmas,
Kerala Yogashala offers a serene and comfortable environment for its students. Here, you have spacious, clean, and well-furnished rooms equipped with modern amenities. Rooms have single and shared accommodation options to suit your preferences. Our spacious yoga classrooms also offer an ideal setting for learning and practice.
Kerala Yogashala is all about a peaceful and rejuvenating retreat experience and it rightfully offers so. During your stay, you get to savour nourishing plant-based meals made from locally sourced ingredients. The meals provided align with the principles of holistic wellness to promote overall health and well-being. At the school, you also have open spaces and halls to practice yoga and relax whenever needed.
The admission process for 100 hour yoga teacher training at Kerala Yogashala is quite simple. All you need to do is visit the Kerala Yogashala website and find the 100 hour yoga teacher training page. Now, fill out the online application form and provide details such as your name, address, email, phone number, background, and reasons to join the program. Once you submit the form, our dedicated team would get in touch with you and set up an interview to learn about your goals and expectations. Post that, you would receive confirmation regarding the program acceptance.
The training programs at Kerala Yogashala are aligned with the standards set by Yoga Alliance, USA, which is one of the most recognised and respected yoga organisations in the world. Hence, when you successfully complete the training, you receive a 200-hour yoga teacher certification that is recognised by Yoga Alliance. This would enable you to teach yoga professionally across the globe.
Discover the transformative experiences of our past students and retreat participants. Their stories speak to the quality and authenticity of our Yoga Teacher Training and Retreats in Kerala. These feedbacks will help you understand how our courses have impacted the lives and raised spiritual awakening and professional development.
Incredible experience to dive into the Yoga, Indian culture and unique spiritual atmosphere of ancient Varkala. Highly recommend to start your way as a yoga teacher. Still miss my Indian Home, tasty food of Indian Mother and beautiful nature with the sound of ocean during your sleep at night 🙏 Very professional teachers and deep attitude to everything what they are doing. I was really lucky to find this place and such people!
Oleksandra Melanich, 28 years
I stayed at Navadurga Yoga School for a couple of weeks in November 2022. I felt most welcome by the team and family in this nature surrounded place with best home-made food. My goal was to get back to a daily Yoga & Pranayama routine and to deepen my practice. With the support of Shibin, yoga teacher and founder of the school, I achieved a wonderful pranayama technique and felt the big benefit of a daily discipline.
Carmen Gerner, 26 years
I completed my 200 hour ttc at Navadurga and it was a beautiful experience. The school is located in a perfect location near the beach, the temple and various cafes. The studio on the roof overlooks the trees creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. Its the perfect place to experience, yoga, nature and Varkala’s community.
hannah hill 24 years
wonderful, small authentic place to dive deeper into yoga!! Great local food cooked with love by the mum!! In my case it was a really intimate atmosphere as we were three people doing the TTC together which was absolutely amazing for the learning experience!!! Overall, it was an amazing and exhausting journey and just the first step into the power of yoga! The teachers are great and all of the people involved listen to your needs!
Julia Roblick 26 years
I’ve done TTC with Navadurga school, that was life changing, thanks to teacher Shibin, he is professional. Great vibe, delicious food, accommodation is spacious. Definitely recommend to anyone!
Rita Zanderle, 30 years
Kerala Yogashala is a team of genuine people who have gained knowledge and deeper understanding through lots of practice and experience in yoga and meditation.
+91 75949 34298
contact@keralayogashala.com
Saad Cottage Rd, Kurakkanni, Thiruvambadi Road, Varkala, Kerala 695141
Feel blessed I had the chance to attend Navadurga YTTC. It’s a tough intense and challenging experience that changes life for the better. In Navadurga I had the precious opportunity to study philosophy, meditation and adjustments from well prepared and professional teacher. But most of all I had the chance to practice yoga with a true yogi that considers yoga a path towards samadhi.
Viviana Bertu, 26 years I've found my sanctuary at this yoga studio