20-Day Traditional Yoga Teacher Training at Morib Beach

The 20-day World Yoga Teacher Training (WYTT) at Morib Beach is a deep, traditional yoga immersion that goes well beyond the physical postures you might be used to. The World Yoga Association, which has been running since 1999 and is registered with Malaysia's Ministry of Home Affairs, has designed a curriculum that covers 14 different yoga styles. You'll practice not just Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa, but also Iyengar, Sivananda, Raja, Bhakti, Jnana, Karma, Chakra, Kundalini, Tantra, and Mantra yoga. This ecumenical approach gives you a broad understanding of the tradition and helps you discover which paths resonate most with you.

A typical day starts at 5 a.m. with shatkarma cleansing, followed by pranayama, and then two back-to-back asana practices as the sun rises. Mornings are dedicated to teaching methodology, alignment, and adjustments, while afternoons cover anatomy and physiology, philosophy (reading the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika), and practical workshops on yoga therapy, chakra work, and Ayurveda. Evenings wind down with meditation, mantra chanting, and yoga nidra. In total, you'll log more than 10 hours of contact time daily, covering all the required techniques, teaching methods, anatomy, and philosophy. The schedule is demanding, but there's built-in time to rest and absorb what you've learned.

What sets this training apart is its traditional backbone. It's led by a Grandmaster, referred to simply as 'Guruji', who is described by past participants as firm but patient, inspiring, and incredibly knowledgeable. One recent graduate noted that the experience taught them 'there is so much more to yoga than just positions taught in Europe,' highlighting the authentic approach. The location—Morib Beach, a short drive from KLIA—contributes to the experience, with tropical gardens, a pool, sea views, and a relaxed, coastal atmosphere. To complete the picture, weekends include free excursions to local temples and cultural sites, giving you grounded context for the teachings.

What's included

- 19 nights accommodation in a private chalet (Garden or Sea View) - 3 daily vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) plus 2 tea breaks - Airport pickup & drop-off (GrabCar from KLIA) - World Yoga Teacher Training course and certification - World Yoga Certificate (with golden foil cover) and PVC ID card - Japa mala (Tulsi) for meditation - Handwoven meditation mat - World Yoga t-shirt and tote bag - Course manual, notebook, and pen - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, bolsters (available at training) - Daily yoga, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy sessions - Specialized workshops (anatomy, teaching methodology, Ayurveda, etc.) - Weekend excursions to temples and cultural sites - Free Wi-Fi - Registration with Yoga Alliance/Professionals/International

What's not included

- Visa fees - Travel insurance - Flights costs - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Meals outside the provided schedule (any animal-based food or outside food)