200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Goa India

Transform your practice and elevate your mindset in a truly immersive setting.

A life-changing experience in India

This 200-hour yoga teacher training in Goa is designed as a deeply enriching three-week journey through yoga, pranayama, and meditation. You will explore yoga philosophy, learn how to teach Vinyasa Flow, and begin building the knowledge needed to share yoga with others. If you are ready for change, this course opens the door to fresh possibilities.

Set among palm trees on the backwaters of Patnem Beach, the location offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. Wake to birdsong and the distant movement of monkeys, while staying in eco-friendly cottages built in a traditional Keralan style. The atmosphere is calm and restorative, yet close to everything Goa has to offer. Patnem Beach is just an 8-minute walk away.

I completed my TTC back in October 2022. The yoga classes and tutorials were packed with information, laughters and insight. The yoga teachers and instructors had so much to share about practice but in a fun environment. I learnt so much, both on and off the mat.

Now that I am teaching yoga, I can say that the course definitely prepared me to teach the foundations of yoga, allowing me to share why we practice yoga. The course allowed me to incorporate Yoga Philosophy into my classes. It opened my knowledge to understand the human body in the physical aspect and recognise the connection of the mind and body. This is now a big part of my teachings.

A great aspect of this TTC was the pedagogy of teaching yoga, particularly how to cue and guide students through a Vinyasa Flow. I would recommend this Yoga Training 100%!!

Sofia, Germany – October 2024

Ignite your passion

Over three weeks, you will deepen your connection to your inner self in a small and supportive group. With no more than 12 students, our experienced teachers are able to offer personal guidance, space for questions, and meaningful discussion. Whether you are new to yoga or already have experience, this training gives you the tools to strengthen your own practice and teach with confidence and authenticity.

You will graduate with a solid understanding of Vinyasa Flow, Functional Anatomy, and Ayurveda. The program blends modern knowledge with traditional wisdom, and you should be prepared for both physical and mental challenge. By the end of the course, you will also teach a 60-minute Vinyasa Flow class, adding practical teaching experience to your training.

In three weeks you will…

• Deepen your physical and spiritual practice through movement and meditation
• Learn to teach Vinyasa Flow and pranayama with confidence
• Explore the 21st century yogi
• Find balance through Ayurveda
• Receive certification in the holiday setting of Patnem

Benefits of learning yoga with us

We provide the space and support to learn, explore, and grow.

• A deep dive into authentic and modern yoga
• Finding your authentic self as a teacher
• Learn from experienced mentors
• Connect to a yoga community
• Learn how to empower others

Program Breakdown

This 200-hour training in Goa includes Vinyasa Flow, Functional Anatomy, and Ayurveda.

Morning Practice: Vinyasa Flow

Each morning begins with a dynamic Vinyasa Flow practice focused on key yoga postures, transitions, strength, and flexibility. Traditional Ashtanga alignment is paired with modern, functional movement to help you connect poses with breath and build fluidity in your practice.

Styles explored include:

• Ladder sequencing
• Peak posture
• Mandala Flow

What You'll Gain?

You will develop strength, flexibility, and mobility while gaining the foundation needed to practice and teach Vinyasa Flow. You will also leave with fresh inspiration for your future classes.

Morning Practice: Ashtanga Vinyasa

During the first week, you will begin with a modified version of the Ashtanga series and gradually work toward the full sequence. Options are offered to make postures more accessible while still learning the complete practice. This prepares you for Self Practice (Mysore) classes and creates a strong base for creative Vinyasa work.

Key postures include:

• Chaturanga Dandasana (Yogi Push-Up)
• Sirsasana (Headstand)
• Virabhadrasana A&B (The Warriors)
• Urdhva Dhanurasana (Wheel Pose)

What You'll Gain?

By the end of this module, you will understand the Ashtanga Primary Series and how to link breath with movement from one pose to the next.

Rocket Vinyasa

Rocket Vinyasa brings energy, creativity, and fun into the course. Guided by Julia, this playful practice emphasizes arm balances, inversions, and inventive transitions. Built from the Primary and Intermediate Ashtanga series, it is often referred to as Progressive Ashtanga.

What You'll Gain?

This is your time to have fun and explore in a playful way.

Teaching Methodology

This module focuses on how to teach yoga effectively to different levels. You will gain hands-on experience designing and leading a 60-minute Vinyasa Flow class, building your confidence and teaching skills step by step.

Topics include:

• Using your voice
• Presence as a yoga teacher
• How to give clear instructions and reminders
• Demonstrating poses
• Setting the right pace and rhythm
• Setting intentions for your classes
• Modifying poses for different levels
• Teaching relaxation techniques, pranayama, and meditation

What You'll Gain?

You will leave with the skills to create and lead your own Vinyasa Flow class in a way that is accessible and effective for all levels.

Anatomy & Physiology

This interactive module helps you understand how the body moves in yoga and how to adapt your practice to your own physical abilities and limitations. You will also explore how props can support accessibility in postures.

Topics include:

• The Musculoskeletal System
• The Science of Stretching
• The Spine
• Shoulder and Hip Stability
• The Nervous System

What You'll Gain?

You will better understand why certain postures feel challenging and how to modify your practice to support your body. This knowledge helps create a safer, more mindful yoga practice.

Yoga Philosophy

In this class, you will explore the deeper meaning of yoga in both historical and modern contexts. You will study the 8 Limbs of Yoga from Patanjali, examine the Yamas and Niyamas, and learn how Ashtanga Yoga evolved into the creative and dynamic styles practiced today.

What You'll Gain?

You will leave with a strong understanding of yoga philosophy and its relevance in everyday life.

Pranayama & Meditation

Each morning includes pranayama and meditation. You will learn different techniques and discover how breathwork and meditation can support the nervous system and help release stress.

What You'll Gain?

You will experience the benefits of breathwork and meditation firsthand and see how these practices can support a calmer mind and a better daily life.

Technical Workshops

These workshops are designed to build strength, flexibility, and stamina while keeping the practice enjoyable and inspiring.

Workshops include:

• Hip Opening
• Backbends
• Transitions
• Arm Balances
• Inversions

What You'll Gain?

You will have the opportunity to challenge yourself and explore new postures and transitions in a supportive environment.

Ayurveda

This module introduces Ayurveda as a holistic approach to life and wellness. You will learn about the three doshas—Kapha, Pitta, and Vata—and how to recognize imbalance in yourself and others. Natural remedies and lifestyle practices will also be explored as tools for restoring balance.

What You'll Gain?

You will gain a deeper understanding of how to support physical and emotional balance through Ayurvedic principles in daily life.

A typical day….

• 7:00am Ashtanga or Vinyasa Flow
• 8:45am Pranayama / Breathwork
• 09:30am Breakfast
• 10:30am Anatomy & Alignment
• 1:15pm Lunch
• 2:45pm Ayurveda or Teaching Methodology
• 4:15pm Tea, Juice , Fruit
• 4:30pm Technical Workshop or Yin Yoga

Meet Julia, your Lead Trainer and Host

The training is led by Julia Gavin and supported by her team of yoga teachers. Julia founded Palm Trees Yoga Resort and has been teaching in the area since 2012. All teachers have trained with her in previous years.

Known for her passion for anatomy, Rocket, and Vinyasa Flow, Julia has been leading 200- and 300-hour yoga teacher trainings worldwide since 2012. She divides her time between Goa with her partner George and Liverpool, where her school, The Yoga Academy, is based.

What you will gain

• Journey into the heart of yoga in India
• Build the confidence to lead professional yoga classes and pranayama
• Deepen your personal practice through movement and meditation
• Gain insight into your true self through ancient yogic wisdom
• Bring yogic lifestyle practices into your daily routine
• Develop a strong, flexible, and healthy body through technical practice
• Build lasting connections with fellow students

Your certificate

This training is fully registered and compliant with Yoga Alliance USA and is internationally recognized. Upon completion, you may register as an RYT 200 and use this foundation to continue toward the 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training and the RYT 500 pathway.

Healthy and delicious vegetarian food

Meals are an important part of the experience. The kitchen serves hearty vegetarian food with plenty of vegan options, combining Indian and Western cuisine. Everything is freshly prepared to high hygiene standards, and food intolerances and dietary requirements can be accommodated.