100-Hour Meditation Teacher Training on Agonda Beach, Goa

The core of this training is its daily rhythm. Most days begin before 7:00 am with mantra chanting and pranayama, moving into an asana or kriya practice. The morning's physical practice is followed by theory classes where you'll study the philosophy of meditation, drawing on texts like the Bhagavad Gita, and learn the practical applications of different techniques. Afternoons bring a mix of guided practice, technique workshops, and self-directed sitting, with a Q&A session on philosophy in the evenings twice a week. The structure is thorough and systematic, which is what you want from a teacher training.

The curriculum is set out clearly. You'll cover the various operational definitions of meditation, the preparatory practices—both internal and external—needed before sitting, the difficulties that come up and how to work with them, and the physiological and psychological benefits that have been documented in research. On the practical side, you'll learn and practice a full range of meditation types: relaxation, concentration, awareness, chakra balancing, kundalini, Yoga Nidra, pranic awareness, mantra, mindfulness, loving-kindness, and Shambhavi mudra meditation. That breadth means you leave with a toolkit you can adapt to different students and situations.

Teaching practice is built into the program, not just bolted on at the end. You'll practice teaching your fellow students, observe others, and give and receive feedback on a regular basis. The aim is to help you find your own voice as a teacher rather than copying one style.

The location is a big part of the experience. Agonda sits in the far south of Goa, and the area around the school is noticeably calmer and less touristy than places like Palolem or the north. There are mountains on both sides of the beach, and the water is clean. The school is a short walk from the sand, so stepping away from study to sit by the sea is easy. It's an environment that genuinely supports a meditation practice.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 14 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (except Sunday meals) - Unlimited filtered drinking water - Training course and certification - Boat trip - Yoga kit - School t-shirt/tote bag - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters - Course manual - Pre and post retreat support from our team - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights costs - Visa fee - Sunday meals - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments