25-Day Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training and Wellness Immersion in South Goa

Om Yoga Shala runs this 200-hour Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher training in Agonda, a quiet village known for its untouched beaches and relaxed pace. The campus sits on a hill slope facing a river and paddy fields, a five-minute drive from the beach. You'll practice in a traditional style, learning the primary series as taught by Sri Krishnamacharya and Sri Pattabhi Jois, including Sanskrit counting and hands-on adjustments.

The curriculum is serious about the philosophical side of yoga. You'll study the Yoga Sutras, Advait Vedanta, and the Upanishads, and learn how the philosophy applies to your own practice and teaching. But it's not all theory: every day includes two asana sessions, pranayama, and meditation. You'll also get plenty of practice teaching in a real classroom, so you leave ready to lead your own classes.

The lead teacher, Sanjeev Dutta, is an engineer who left his business to teach yoga, with over 17 years of practice in Ashtanga, Hatha, and Iyengar. He's known for his deep knowledge of the Yoga Sutras and for connecting the practice to everyday life. The team also includes Shivani, who teaches anatomy and philosophy. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, with a small group size so you get individual attention. It's an intense month, but if you're ready to commit to your practice, this is an incredible opportunity.

What's included

- 25 days / 24 nights accommodation - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) Monday to Friday, breakfast on Saturday - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - 200-hour Ashtanga yoga teacher training course - Teacher training certification upon successful completion - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters - Course manual - Pre and post retreat support from the Om Yoga Shala team - Daily yoga, pranayama, and meditation sessions - Philosophy and anatomy classes - Practice teaching (practicum) - Mantra chanting and Satsang - Wifi connection - Airport pickup (on request, at extra cost)

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Meals on Sunday - Additional activities or treatments not in the itinerary - Private class (optional add-on, 5 USD) - Airport transfer (available for €26-€52 per person)