Yoga Teacher Training Course
Description
Since 2019, you have been able to join a 200-hour teacher training course in Europe and study yoga as it was originally taught in India. Centre Lothlorien offers this TTC according to the standards of “The Yoga Institute” in Mumbai, India — the oldest organized yoga center in the world. By the end of the course, you will understand not only how the exercises are practiced, but also why and when they are used. The emphasis is on ancient knowledge and on learning how to bring yoga into daily life in a way that supports balance and happiness.
For Whom?
This course is designed not only for future teachers, but also for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of yoga or is looking for personal growth.
It is suitable for both beginners and experienced yoga practitioners and teachers. No previous yoga experience is required to take part in this TTC. The training is enriching for everyone because it does not focus only on asana, but also explores the foundational background of traditional Indian yoga philosophy. Before learning how to guide others, you first apply the ancient knowledge of yoga to your own life.
Highlights
- Yoga as it is taught in India, while staying close to home;
- All major asanas, with background information;
- Kriyas, pranayama, and meditation;
- Personal attention, including exercises and inner processes;
- Core principles such as Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, bhavas, and the Four Pillars of Yoga;
- How to improve your life through control of the mind;
- For one month, live yoga as a way of life;
- A beautiful, peaceful French estate surrounded by nature.
Yoga from the Source
Centre Lothlorien is affiliated with “The Yoga Institute” in Mumbai, India, the oldest organized yoga center in the world. The Institute was founded by Shri Yogendra, who learned yoga from a sadhu. Sadhus are the original practitioners of yoga. They dedicate their lives to enlightenment, living in solitude and keeping their knowledge to themselves. Shri Yogendra was the first yogi to start a family and make yoga knowledge public. For more than 100 years, the Yogendra family has shared this knowledge, and Centre Lothlorien is the first to offer their study program in Europe. A team of teachers, all trained at “The Yoga Institute” and led by Pinky More from Mumbai, will come to Centre Lothlorien in France to teach you the essence of yoga.
Yoga as a Way of Life
For one month, you will live alongside the Centre Lothlorien team and teachers. You will experience a natural daily rhythm and discover which foods best support your health. Yoga is presented as a practical guide for meeting life’s situations with greater clarity and steadiness. Everything taught in the course can be reflected in your own life. By integrating these experiences, you can move beyond obstacles you may not even have recognized and step into a happier life.
Content of the Teacher Training Course
The course combines theoretical and practical aspects of yoga. On the practical side, you will study all major asanas with background knowledge, including how, why, when, and when not to use them. You will also learn pranayama, techniques that lead into meditation, and kriyas. Special attention is given to unique techniques and concepts developed by the founders of The Yoga Institute.
The theoretical part includes an introduction to the origins of yoga and yoga texts such as the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. You will explore the psychology and philosophy of yoga in greater depth. With support from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and other teachings, you will look consciously at your own patterns of thought and learn how to live in a simpler, healthier, and happier way. The course also includes anatomy and physiology classes, along with modern topics such as stress management.
Syllabus
Theoretical introduction to:
- Yoga and yogic practice
- Hatha yoga
- Important Hatha yoga texts (special reference to Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Gheranda Samhita)
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras
- Bhavas – basis of yoga education
- Anatomy and physiology
- Human systems, yoga, and health
- Yoga for wellness
- Ayurveda
- Prevention and promotion of positive health
- Yoga and stress management
Practical skills
- Sahajbhava asanas
- Shat Karmas
- Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
- Asanas
- Pranayamas
- Practice leading to meditation
- Karma yoga
- Communication and teaching practice
- About asanas
- Knowledge of selected postures
- Ability to demonstrate these postures
- Meditative and cultural practice, in both dynamic and static forms
- Techniques pioneered by The Yoga Institute
Pinky More
The training is led by a team of teachers from “The Yoga Institute,” under the guidance of Pinky More. Born in Mumbai, India, Pinky completed her education at The Yoga Institute. After several years of working and traveling around the world, she settled in the Netherlands to introduce Indian Classical Yoga, the traditional style of yoga. In Kerala, India, she studied Ayurveda and began practicing Ayurvedic massages. Since 2012, Pinky has organized yoga retreats at Centre Lothlorien in France. In 2019, she initiated the affiliation between Centre Lothlorien and “The Yoga Institute.” Today, in addition to leading her own teacher training courses in France, she teaches in several other European countries and takes part in yoga programs in Ghana and India.
Accommodation Options
The Log Cabin
There are three wooden log cabins located along the upper path. Each cabin features one room with a double sofa bed (1.40 x 2.00 m), a single bed (70 cm x 2.00 m), and a table with two chairs. Electricity is available, and the veranda includes a simply furnished outdoor kitchen. Outside, you will also find a table with chairs.
Please bring your own bed linen, including a bottom sheet and pillowcases, as well as kitchen linen. A linen package with duvets can be rented for €35 per week; please request this when booking. If you prefer not to cook, you are welcome to dine at the Chateau.
During school holidays, rentals are available only by the week, with changeover on Saturday or Sunday. We ask that you leave the cottage clean and tidy on departure; otherwise, a cleaning fee of €45 will be charged. Pets are not allowed in the cottage.
Arrival is between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM. If you plan to eat at the Chateau on your arrival day, please check in before 6:30 PM, as dinner is served at 6:30 PM. Check-out is before 10:00 AM.
Three-room Wooden Cottage Fangorn
The three-room wooden cottage is set right at the forest’s edge, with views across the vegetable garden and the gently sloping grounds. From the house, you can step directly into the forest and enjoy a peaceful natural setting.
The cottage features a spacious veranda and three separate rooms. On the left, you’ll find a single bed, a table, and a chair. The middle room serves as the kitchen and includes a two-burner gas stove, kitchen equipment, and a table with chairs. On the right, there is a double bed, two chairs, a table, and a cupboard for your belongings. The beds are made up for your arrival.
The house has electricity, but no running water. Guests use the sanitary facilities behind the holiday home, approximately 50 meters away, just like the guests of the other cottages. There you will find a shower, toilet, a four-burner gas appliance, and washing-up facilities.
- During school holiday weeks, bookings are available only by the week.
- Changeover day is Saturday or Sunday.
- If you prefer not to cook, you are welcome to dine at the Chateau; please let us know in advance.
- Please bring your own towels and dishcloths.
- We ask that you leave the cottage clean and tidy on departure. If not, a cleaning fee of €45 will be charged.
- No pets are allowed.
- Arrival is between 4 PM and 8 PM.
- If you are joining us for dinner on the day of arrival, please arrive before 6:30 PM. Dinner is served at 6:30 PM.
- Check-out is before 10 AM.
2-3-4 person room
Set within the Chateau at Domaine de Moiron in Foulain, France, this spacious guest room is designed for 2, 3, or 4 people, making it a comfortable choice for couples, friends, or small groups traveling together. As part of the chateau’s guest rooms, it offers a restful base for a peaceful stay in an elegant countryside setting.
During your visit, you are welcome to enjoy the shared spaces in the Chateau, including the inviting dining room, sitting room, shop, and office. Vegetarian cuisine is served, with meals shared together either on the terrace or in the spacious dining room, creating a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.
This room is available for stays of a minimum of three nights, or for the full week during high season. Arrival is between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM, and if you plan to have dinner on your arrival day, check-in must be completed before 6:30 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
1 person room
Designed for a comfortable solo stay, this spacious guest room offers a peaceful base within the Chateau at Domaine de Moiron in Foulain, France. As part of the property’s guest rooms, it provides a welcoming setting for guests looking to enjoy the calm atmosphere of the estate while still having access to shared spaces such as the sitting room, shop, office, and generous dining room.
Meals are vegetarian and are shared together, either on the terrace or indoors in the spacious dining room, creating a relaxed and communal experience throughout the stay. The room is available for a minimum of three nights, or for the full week during high season, making it well suited to guests who want time to settle in and enjoy the rhythm of the Chateau.
- Arrival: between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM
- If dinner is included on arrival day, check-in must be before 6:30 PM
- Check-out: before 10:00 AM
Camping
Set within a peaceful natural setting, this camping area offers a simple and comfortable outdoor stay for guests who want to reconnect with nature. The site includes 18 pitches in total, thoughtfully arranged to suit different styles of travel. Five of the spaces are equipped with electricity and are ideal for caravans or mobile homes, while the remaining 13 pitches are designed for tents, creating a relaxed atmosphere for campers seeking a more traditional experience.
Whether you are planning a short getaway or a longer stay, this campsite provides the essentials for an easy, unhurried holiday outdoors. It is a practical choice for those who appreciate open-air living, fresh surroundings, and the freedom of camping in a natural environment. With options for both powered and non-powered setups, guests can choose the pitch that best matches their needs and enjoy a stay that feels close to nature.
Tent Spot
Set within a peaceful natural setting, this camping area offers a simple and refreshing stay for guests who prefer sleeping under the stars. Open from 15 June to 1 September, it includes 10 tent spots, creating an intimate atmosphere with plenty of space to unwind and enjoy the outdoors.
Guests have access to practical shared facilities designed for a comfortable stay, including 4 toilets, 4 showers, drinking water, and washing sinks for dishes. For moments of leisure, there is also a games room with table tennis tables and a petanque court, adding a relaxed social touch to the experience.
Ideal for campers looking for a quiet, back-to-nature escape, this spot combines essential amenities with a welcoming outdoor atmosphere.
Teachers
Pinky More
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Duration
29 nights / 30 days
Available any date