26-Day Kundalini & Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in Austria's Wachau Valley

This 200-hour teacher training unfolds over 26 days in the village of Rossatz-Arnsdorf, Austria, right on the banks of the Danube River within the Wachau UNESCO World Heritage site. The program is split into four one-week modules, each covering a distinct area: philosophy and history, yogic anatomy, teaching methodology, and advanced techniques like bandhas, mudras, and meditation. It's a rare residential format for Kundalini Yoga in Europe, allowing deep immersion in a way weekend courses can't match.

The teaching style is traditional and rooted in the original Hatha Yoga, which shares a lineage with today's Kundalini Yoga. You'll study classic texts—the Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and tantric works—alongside practical sessions that include kriyas, asanas, mudras, and breathing techniques like Bhastrika and Kapalabhati. This isn't a fusion of two styles; it's an exploration of the source that connects them, emphasizing the spiritual power of Kundalini as described in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.

What sets this training apart is its location and community feel. Matsya Yoga, co-founded by Clemens Biedrawa and Julie in Vienna, deliberately chose this spot for its tranquil, regenerative environment. The retreat center, called the Danube Atelier, has three newly renovated apartments with shared and private rooms, a garden, and a sauna. The small group size (typically 5–12) ensures personalized attention, and the teaching team, led by Clemens, is praised for creating a sacred, supportive space for personal growth.

You'll leave with confidence to teach a variety of classes, from gentle series for older people to energetic kriyas for younger athletes, using sound, breath, and meditation. The course also includes weekend excursions, like a boat tour on the Danube, and time for self-study and rest. It's a demanding but fulfilling month that blends rigorous study with the simple pleasures of Austrian village life—fresh apricots, local wines, and the sound of the river.

What's included

- 25 nights accommodation - Breakfast and kitchen basics - Tea, coffee, water - 200 hours of teacher training - Course manual and books - Registration with Yoga Alliance - Group excursions - Weekend/day off excursions - Boat tour along the Danube - Yoga props (mats, blocks, straps) - WiFi

What's not included

- Flights - Airport transfers - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not in itinerary - Lunch and dinner (self-catering)