10-Day Traditional Yoga Certification & Wellness Retreat at Morib Beach, Malaysia

This is not a typical resort-style yoga retreat. It's a structured certification program that treats yoga as a complete science of living, blending physical practice with philosophy, history, and teaching skills. The schedule is intense, but the objective is clear: to give you a solid, authentic foundation in traditional yoga. Over the 10 days, you will cover multiple yoga styles, including Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Iyengar, Kundalini, and more, with each style getting dedicated practice time throughout the day.

The lead instructor is Guruji Murugan Chillayah, founder of the World Yoga Association and a grandmaster in Indian traditional arts including yoga, Silambam, and Varma Kalai. He is joined by a team of instructors from India, including Ms. Swathi, the 2023 India National Yoga Champion, and Dr. R. Thirumurthy, who specializes in alternative medicine. This mix of experience and specialization means you get a well-rounded education in both the physical and therapeutic aspects of yoga.

A typical day is a balance of practice and theory. You'll start with wake-up at 5:00 AM, followed by Shatkarma and pranayama. The morning features two asana sessions focusing on different styles, such as Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa. After breakfast, the focus shifts to learning how to teach: you'll cover teaching methodology, alignment, and adjustments. The afternoon includes anatomy and physiology, plus practical sessions on yoga therapy and Ayurveda. The evening is dedicated to yoga philosophy, followed by meditation, mantra chanting, and Yoga Nidra before dinner.

The retreat is held at a beachside location in Morib, Selangor, within a tropical garden setting that includes a pool. Your accommodation is a private chalet for the whole unit, with the option of a garden or sea view. All meals are vegetarian and prepared in line with the sattvic diet, supporting your practice throughout the week. The retreat also includes free excursions to local temples and cultural sites. You leave with a comprehensive skill set, ready to teach or simply deepen your own personal practice with a far richer understanding of what yoga truly is.

What's included

- 9 nights accommodation in your own private chalet (Garden or Sea View) - 3 daily delicious and nutritious vegetarian meals, plus fruit and local snacks - Water, juice & Highlands plantation fresh tea/herbal served throughout the day - Airport Pick-up & Drop-off (via GrabCar from KLIA) - 10-day World Yoga Teacher Training course and certification - World Yoga Certificate (including golden foil certificate cover) & Teacher ID Card - Group excursions and weekend/day off excursions - Specialized workshops and course manual - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters for use during training - Free Wi-Fi

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments or activities not listed in the itinerary - Food or drinks purchased outside of the scheduled meal times or off-premises