Vrinda school of yoga 200-hour teacher training in Kerala will be life transforming! Vrinda school of yoga Varkala is certified with US yoga alliance and have US yoga alliance registered teachers, where you can get an unforgettable life-changing experience. They provide a traditional style of yoga, comprehensive and genuine knowledge of philosophy, yogic life, asana, pranayama, Mudra Bandha, anatomy and physiology of asanas, pranayamas, bandhas, all yogic techniques, meditation, Mantra chantings, chakras meditation and more. It’s a residential school where you can find your awakened soul rising above from the material world.

Highlights

  • Daily advanced yoga sessions
  • Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa series
  • A wide range of yoga exercises, techniques, and courses
  • Focus on alignment and adjustment to avoid injuries, asanas sequencing
  • Daily practice of asanas, pranayama, Mudra Banda, meditation, and relaxation techniques
  • 3 vegetarian-friendly meals per day
  • 27 nights accommodation

Fees

  • 28 days / 27 nights
    • Rs. 53,000

Skill level

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Yoga styles

  • Hatha
  • Vinyasa

Health & Hygiene

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

Program

Vrinda school of Yoga is recognized by Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy Delhi, this teachers training transforms you into a qualified teacher to teach yoga and to treat the public. This teacher training course is suitable for all levels of students like beginners and intermediate practitioners.

The teachers in Vrinda scientific school of yoga are qualified Doctors of Yoga and Nature cure Master graduates from Indian Government DR.M.G.R Medical University studied for 9 years. From the school, you can get knowledge of ancient traditional yoga with scientific reference, human anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, applied yoga, adjustment, and alignment.

Vrinda School syllabus is equal to the degree of Bachelor Science in Yoga (BSc Yoga) duration of three years. The school will transform you not only as a Yoga teacher, as a yoga therapist too. This will help you to teach and treat your students as well as the public.

In Vrinda scientific school of yoga, you can get well-programmed academic classes along with practical sessions. Both the theory classes and practical classes are given by the skillful professional and leading trainer is Doctor Malathi. She is a doctor in yoga and nature cure and Master’s degree in Yoga, both degrees from Government Dr.MGR Medical University in Chennai.

Vrinda school of yoga provides you a yoga teacher training program that will guide you through the ancient techniques of classical Hatha yoga combined with Vinyasa flowing in a unique and authentic way. Varkala is the place which is an ideal place to relax and gain knowledge with Mother Nature. The place in Varkala is called heaven on the earth. Varkala is a unique place for students to learn yoga and enjoy nature.

By understanding the pure essence of classical Hatha yoga, you will be able to follow any style of your choice in the future and reap physical, mental, and spiritual fulfillment from your evolving practice. Beyond the teacher training program, the ashram will provide you all the properties spiritual environment for your yoga journey.

In order to become a good teacher, it is important to deepen and establish your knowledge. To do so you will have practical and theoretical classes from Monday to Saturday.

Traditional yoga is a spiritual practice, with a goal of union with the absolute or the divine, while contemporary yoga focuses more on fitness. The various exercises associated with Hatha yoga were performed to prepare the body for long periods of meditation.

As it’s typically practiced in the west, the focus of yoga is more on the physical fitness aspects. Of course, it can be a spiritual experience, if you choose to use it as such. There are many contemporary styles of yoga, most of which are variations of Hatha yoga.

All yoga styles seek a balance of body, mind, and spirit, but they may differ in how the asanas (movements) are done and in other ways, such as the focus on postures, alignment, the flow of movement, or breathing. Some may be designed to suit particular groups, such as pregnant women or older people, while others may use props or vary the temperature.

You can learn all these traditional styles and contemporary styles under one umbrella of Vrinda scientific school of yoga. Here you can get the perfect knowledge about all these styles of different techniques of yoga absolutely.

In Vrinda school of yoga, the teachers are qualified doctors of yoga and nature cure (BNYS, MD Recognized by Central Council for Research in Yoga and Nature cure, India.) where you can get the real knowledge of ancient and contemporary styles of yoga!

They will teach you the exact form of yoga from the traditional texts and its transformations to new styles! Vrinda school training will help you to get the knowledge of yoga as it is! Vrinda school is providing you with hands-on practice facilities and a pedagogical framework. All the teachings in Vrinda school are based on medical sciences that will help you to gain knowledge on the effects of yoga on the human body.

You can discuss the effects of yoga by comparing the difference before and after the practice of yoga with scientific evidence. Inspiring spiritual surroundings and our enthusiastic teachers have the potential to provoke profound transformations, making this teacher’s training course a unique and life-changing experience.

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
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
18:00 PM – 18:45 PM Chantings, meditation, chakra meditation, candlelight meditation
19:00 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

Reference books

  • Hatha yoga pradipika by Smami muktibodananda
  • Lights on yoga by BKS Iyengar
  • Asana pranayama mudra banda by Swami sathyananda saraswati
  • Swara yoga by Swami muktibodananda
  • Ghrenda samhita by Kaivalya Dama
  • Pathanjali yoga sutras

The 200-hour of Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher training course consists of theory and practical classes in the basics of Hatha and Ashtanga yoga with knowledge of all contemporary styles of yoga. From here, you can learn the innermost real essence of yoga which is mentioned in the traditional books, Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, Puranas, Upanishads and how yoga got modified into different styles and all contemporary styles of yoga.

You can learn all yoga styles includes traditional ancient styles and different modern techniques of asanas (poses), pranayamas, mudras, bandhas, meditation, and relaxation techniques.

After the completion of the course, the students can start their own yoga center, give yoga therapy to the public. They sincerely hope that all students at Vrinda school will uphold the moral values and etiquettes enumerated in the yogic texts and follow the noble path of virtue expounded in the Vedas.

Vrinda school of yoga is confident that you will not only enjoy this course but also be highly benefited. The condition for the same is that you should be totally open to all that is offered, without prejudice. Please accept the routine and participate in all the programs without fail both physically and mentally. 200-hour certificate course of Hatha yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga with Therapeutic yoga, different yogic techniques for various diseases, applied anatomy and physiology of yoga along with yogic diet

Duration

The duration of the course is of 28 days of 200-hour, it includes theory and practical sessions from Monday to Saturday. There is no class on Sunday so you can go on-site visits. After the completion of the course, the students can start their own yoga center, give yoga therapy to the public.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to yoga
  • History and evolution of yoga
  • Principles and philosophy of yoga from traditional books, Goraksha chadakam, Ghrenda samhita, Siva samhita, Hatha rathnavali, Hatha yoga prathipika
  • Yoga in vedas, upanishads, baghvat gita, and traditional yogic texts
  • Tantra yoga
  • Ashtanga yoga
  • Hatha yoga
  • Mantra yoga
  • Nada yoga
  • Laya yoga
  • Krya yoga
  • Yantra yoga
  • Kundalini yoga
  • Swara yoga
  • Manta chantings
  • Maharishi Pathanjali yoga sutras
  • Tatwas
  • Asanas ( 83 posses)
  • Pranayamas
  • Bandhas
  • Mudras includes 5 types of mudras
  • Shatkriyas- the cleansing procedures
  • Relaxation techniques
  • Yoga Nidra
  • Meditation techniques
  • Different styles of contemporary yoga
  • Yoga and mental health
  • Yogic diets and nutrition
  • Yogic gunas
  • Yoga and mental health
  • Human anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry
  • Applied yoga
  • Asana sequencing
  • Yogic concept of health and disease
  • Yogic diagnosis
  • Therapeutical value of yoga in various diseases
  • Yogic Psychology
  • Psycho nuro immuno endocrinology
  • Teaching methods of yoga
  • Precautions of yoga practices
  • Adjustments and alignments of yoga practice
  • Role of yoga in improving the quality of life of lifestyle disorders
  • Yoga and Ayurveda
  • Research methodology and statistics of yoga
  • Recent researches and research articles of yoga. You will get a detailed description of the syllabus in your hands in a printed form when you arrive.

Highlights Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa series

  • Daily advanced yoga sessions
  • Focus on alignment and adjustment to avoid injuries, asanas sequencing
  • Daily practice of asanas pranayama Mudra banda, meditation, and relaxation techniques
  • Daily teachings of yoga philosophy, anatomy, and physiology, effects of the practice of different yogic techniques like asanas, pranayamas, mudras, bhandas, shatkriyas, and different types of meditations,
  • Learn about prana Prana mudra, prana vijnana, mudra vijnana, and prana vidhya
  • Daily classes on effects of yoga on the human body based on research articles, background articles, a wide range of yoga exercise techniques and courses, yoga alliance curriculum
  • Hands-on practice, which improves confidence and extends knowledge of yoga also make it more convenient to teach, teachings on types of teaching methodology

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
If you have any personal requirements more than what we offer in the package you should manage by yourself.

Things to do (optional)

  • Boating
  • Scooter for rent
  • Side-seeing
  • Surfing

What's included

  • Three vegetarian meals per day (except for Sundays)
  • 27 nights accommodation
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Double Shared Room
  • Wide garden to relax
  • Airport Transfer 
  • Airport transfers are exclusively provided from the commencement date of the course to its conclusion. This service encompasses transportation from Trivandrum Airport to the school and return to the airport on the final day of the course.
  • If you do not utilize any of our services, including airport transfer, the money paid for these services is non-refundable.

What's not included

  • Yoga mat
  • Hot water and A/C
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional activities
  • Toletries
  • Extra Bedsheets 

How to get there

Recommended Airports

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Transfer from this airport to Vrinda school of yoga is included. 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.