100-Hour Yoga TTC Program • Varkala, Kerala

100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Varkala, Kerala India

Ten days and nine nights of immersive Yoga TTC designed especially for working professionals, creatives, frequent travellers and anyone who cannot commit to the full 200-hour course in one stretch.

Duration: 10 Days / 11 Nights Study Days: Monday – Saturday Free Day: Sunday Graduation: Certificate of Attendance

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After completing this 100 hours Yoga TTC Program, you can continue to the 200 Hours Yoga TTC at a later date.

Upcoming 100-Hour Yoga TTC Program

Small-group • Residential

✓ Daily Hatha & Ashtanga asana practice with experienced teachers.
✓ Pranayama, meditation, Yoga Nidra and mantra chanting every day.
✓ Opening fire ceremony (Havan) to begin the Yoga TTC Program with blessings and intention.
✓ Accommodation, three vegetarian Sattvic meals, one complimentary massage.

Yoga mats & props included TTC manual & study material Beginner & intermediate friendly

Upcoming batches

Upcoming 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Varkala, Kerala, India

Below are upcoming 100 Hours Yoga TTC Program dates through 2028. For the latest availability or if you need different dates, please contact us and we will help you choose the right batch.

Select your ideal 100-Hour TTC batch

Small groups • Limited seats Monthly intakes 2026–2028

All groups start on the 3rd of each month and run as an intensive 100-Hour Yoga TTC Program.

Course	Start date	End date	Book now
100 Hours TTC	3/1/2026	6/1/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/2/2026	6/2/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/3/2026	6/3/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/4/2026	6/4/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/5/2026	6/5/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/6/2026	6/6/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/7/2026	6/7/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/8/2026	6/8/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/9/2026	6/9/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/10/2026	6/10/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/11/2026	6/11/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/12/2026	6/12/2026	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/1/2027	6/1/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/2/2027	6/2/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/3/2027	6/3/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/4/2027	6/4/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/5/2027	6/5/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/6/2027	6/6/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/7/2027	6/7/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/8/2027	6/8/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/9/2027	6/9/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/10/2027	6/10/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/11/2027	6/11/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/12/2027	6/12/2027	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/1/2028	6/1/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/2/2028	6/2/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/3/2028	6/3/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/4/2028	6/4/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/5/2028	6/5/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/6/2028	6/6/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/7/2028	6/7/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/8/2028	6/8/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/9/2028	6/9/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/10/2028	6/10/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/11/2028	6/11/2028	Apply Now
100 Hours TTC	3/12/2028	6/12/2028	Apply Now

Dates and availability are subject to change. If you do not see a perfect match for your travel plans, share your preferred month and we will confirm the most suitable 100 Hours Yoga TTC Program for you.

Program Overview

A solid foundation in traditional yoga & yogic lifestyle

This 100-Hour Yoga TTC Program builds a strong base in asana, pranayama, meditation and yoga philosophy, while giving you a disciplined daily routine and a taste of traditional ashram life in Kerala.

Across ten days and nine nights, you will practice yoga twice daily, explore the roots of yogic philosophy, study elements of Ayurveda and learn simple tools to bring balance into your everyday life. The course is suitable for complete beginners, regular practitioners and those returning to practice.

The focus of the program is to help you practise and understand yoga safely and intelligently so that you can continue your journey into the 200 Hours Yoga TTC with confidence whenever you are ready.

Nutritious vegetarian meals, a calm study environment and a structured timetable support your transformation on all levels – physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

Who is this course for?

Ideal participants of the 100-Hour Yoga TTC Program

✓ Beginners and intermediate yoga practitioners who want a structured, residential course.
✓ Working professionals and creatives with limited annual leave.
✓ Travellers who want to experience authentic yoga and Ayurveda in Kerala.
✓ Students who prefer to complete the 200 Hours Yoga TTC in two parts.

Note: If the 1st or 15th of the month falls on a Sunday, the class will start on the 2nd or 16th respectively.

At a glance

100 Hours Yoga TTC Program (10 Days / 11 Nights)

A compact Yoga TTC Program that introduces traditional practices, a disciplined routine and a yogic way of living in a supportive environment.

What you receive during the program

Daily Yoga TTC sessions combining Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga.
Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series practice (as per the weekly schedule).
Daily pranayama practice and breath awareness techniques.
Yoga philosophy and yogic lifestyle basics.
Meditation and Yoga Nidra sessions for deep relaxation.
Mantra chanting and an introduction to basic Sanskrit.
Opening fire ceremony (Havan) at the beginning of the Yoga TTC Program.
One complimentary Ayurvedic massage during the course.
Accommodation on campus and three vegetarian Sattvic meals daily.
Yoga mats and props provided for use during the course.
Printed Yoga TTC training manual and study materials.

Key details

Duration	10 Days / 11 Nights (Residential)
Study Days	Monday – Saturday
Free Day	Sunday (rest, integration & local exploration)
Graduation	Certificate of Attendance (100 Hours Yoga TTC Program)
Investment	435 USD in twin shared room 535 USD in private single room

Certification towards a full 200 Hours TTC is granted only after completion of the 200 Hours Yoga TTC.

Curriculum highlights

What you learn in the 100 Hours Yoga TTC

Asanas according to Hatha and Ashtanga styles with elements of Iyengar alignment.
Pranayama and meditation practices to calm and focus the mind.
Introduction to yoga philosophy, mantra and yogic ethics.
Basic yoga anatomy and how to practise safely.
Yogic nutrition and simple lifestyle routines for balance.
Elements of Ayurveda and how to integrate them into daily life.
Asana alignment classes (depending on the weekly schedule).
Shatkriya and yogic cleansing techniques.
Teaching methodology and how to hold space for others.
Short aura check-up to receive insights about your energy body.

Why Kerala

The benefit of learning Ayurveda in Kerala

Kerala is often called the land of Ayurveda. Here, Ayurveda is practised as a mainstream system of medicine and healing, making it one of the most authentic locations in the world to study both Yoga and Ayurveda together.

Deepen your understanding of the Ayurveda lifestyle and its healing potential.
Learn daily Ayurveda routines you can easily integrate at home.
Experience traditional therapies that support detoxification and rejuvenation.
Understand simple herbal combinations and how they support immunity and digestion.
Use Ayurveda principles to bring balance to your body, mind and emotions.

The two‑week 100 Hours Yoga TTC in Varkala, Kerala offers practical, essential and timeless aspects of yoga and Ayurveda for modern life.

Daily rhythm

Sample daily timetable

A carefully designed schedule balances practice, study, rest and integration to support body, mind and spirit.

Typical study day (Monday – Saturday)

Time table may change slightly during the teaching process.

Time	Activity
06:00 – 06:30	Wake up & cleansing
06:30 – 07:00	Shatkriya & herbal tea – Jala Neti and other yogic cleansing methods, followed by mantra recitation and fire ceremony purification (Pooja).
07:00 – 08:30	Asana practice – Hatha / Ashtanga (depending on week schedule) under the guidance of experienced teachers.
08:30 – 09:30	Pranayama – guided breathing exercises.
09:30 – 10:30	Breakfast – special yogic Sattvic menu.
10:30 – 11:30	Yoga philosophy / Ayurveda / teaching methodology.
11:30 – 12:30	Mantra chanting.
13:00 – 14:00	Lunch.
14:00 – 15:00	Free time / self‑study.
15:00 – 16:00	Yoga anatomy (2 weeks) / asana alignment (2 weeks).
16:00 – 17:30	Ashtanga Vinyasa / Hatha Yoga theory & practice.
17:30 – 18:30	Yoga Nidra / guided meditation and relaxation.
18:30 – 19:30	Dinner.
19:30 – 20:30	Special events / satsang (as scheduled).
20:00 – 22:00	Free time / silence.
22:00 – 06:00	Sleep & deep rest.

Stay with us

Inclusions & optional services

Included in your 100 Hours Yoga TTC Program

Certificate of attendance for the 100 Hours Yoga TTC Program.
Theoretical and practical Yoga TTC classes.
Mala (string of beads) energised by Guru Ji Yog Acharya Ramesh (Yoga & Naturopathy).
11 nights / 14 calendar days accommodation in Varkala.
Wi‑Fi on campus.
Three yogic vegetarian meals per day with herbal beverages.
Study materials and Yoga TTC training manual.
Cleansing kit for Shatkriya practices.
One school T‑shirt.
One excursion in Varkala.
One short aura check‑up.
One Ayurvedic massage.

Optional services (additional cost)

Airport pick‑up and drop.
Additional Ayurvedic procedures and therapies.
Consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor.
Extra excursions beyond those included in the program.
Detailed aura check‑up with written report and naturopathic recommendations.
Individualised programmes (asana, pranayama, herbs, meditation).
Detailed horoscope assessment.
Extra nights of accommodation before or after the course.

Check‑in & support

Check‑in: 01:00 PM
Check‑out: 12:00 PM

Our team accompanies you throughout your stay. Assistance and guidance are available 24 hours a day while you are at the Institute.

Supportive environment Safe for solo travellers Small groups

Teaching plan

Key areas of study in the 100 Hours Yoga TTC

Below is a condensed overview of the main topics you will explore. Individual sessions may vary according to the month and teacher team.

Yoga philosophy & paths of yoga

Meaning and aim of human life from the yogic perspective.
Introduction to Yoga, its origin and development.
Patañjali’s Yoga Sutras – core concepts.
Four main paths of yoga: Karma, Jnana, Bhakti and Raja Yoga.
Concepts of Karm, Akarm and Vikarm; equanimity (Samatvam) in action.

Raja & Hatha yoga foundations

Eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga – Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi.
Yamas & Niyamas as a practical lifestyle code.
Three bodies, five koshas and the role of chakras and nadis.
Gunās, Prakriti & Purusha and the discipline of a yoga student.
Hatha Yoga philosophy and its relevance to modern practice.

Asana, pranayama & cleansing

Backward, forward, standing, twisting and inversion postures.
Surya Namaskar & Chandra Namaskar with mantra.
Pranayama techniques such as Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Ujjayi, Sheetali and more.
Mudras & bandhas and their energetic effects.
Shatkriya – yogic cleansing (Neti, Trataka and other kriyas).

Anatomy & physiology

Basic movement planes and types of joint movements.
Overview of skeletal, muscular, respiratory, nervous and digestive systems.
Common postural patterns and how yoga can support alignment.
Safe range of motion and the intelligent use of props.

Meditation & Yoga Nidra

Difference between concentration and meditation.
Foundations of seated meditation and breath awareness.
Trataka (candle gazing) and visualisation practices.
Guided Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation and subconscious release.

Mantra & Sanskrit essentials

Basics of correct Sanskrit pronunciation.
Role of mantra in yoga education and daily practice.
Key mantras such as Guru, Ganesh, Shakti, Gayatri and Shanti mantras.
Use of AUM / Om and So‑Ham in meditation.

Ready to begin your 100-hour journey?

Join our 100 Hours Yoga TTC Program in Varkala, Kerala and take the first step towards a deeper personal practice or a future 200 Hours Yoga TTC. We are happy to help you choose the right dates and room type.

Share your background and preferred month, and our team will reply with available batches and guidance.