23 Day Yoga Therapy Teacher Training in India (Goa)
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23 Day Yoga Therapy Teacher Training in India (Goa)
EISRA Wellness Resort, Unnamed Road, Querim, Goa 403524, India
Up to 10 in group
Dec 8 - 30, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Yoga Alliance–certified 200 Hour Teacher Training (RYS 200)
- Training led personally by Sukhvinder Singh Chaitanya with over 20,000 hours of global teaching experience
- Study in North Goa near serene Querim Beach, surrounded by lush nature and wooden cottages
- Learn and practice Therapeutic Yoga inspired by Iyengar Yoga, functional anatomy and energetic principles
- Explore Ayurveda to understand balance, healing and management of various conditions
- Learn yogic kriyas and pranayama techniques to design personalized yoga therapy programs
- Practice and develop multiple meditation techniques and Yoga Nidra for therapeutic application
- Learn and apply mudras, mantras and bandhas in healing and meditation practices
- Study classical yoga philosophy from the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika
- Experience Laughter Yoga and Meditation (online) and earn a Laughter Yoga Leader certification
- Refine teaching methodology including alignment, adjustments, cueing and confident class delivery
- Receive Ayurvedic massage, doctor consultation, herbal teas and post-training support
- Self-reflective module worth $200 included for personal growth and inner awareness
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Sukhvinder Singh (Chaitanya) is the Founder & Director of Yoga Chaitanya International Institute and the lead teacher for all 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training courses in India. An internationally trained Yoga & Meditation Teacher, he is an E-RYT 500 and YACEP with Yoga Alliance USA, with over 20,000 hours of teaching across more than 40 teacher trainings and retreats.
Born into a spiritual Sikh family, his journey began early with Vedic and philosophical study. After an engineering degree and nearly a decade in the corporate world, he followed his inner calling and dedicated his life fully to yoga and meditation. He has trained at leading ashrams and completed intensive meditative therapies such as Mystic Rose, No-Mind, Born Again and Vipassana.
Sukhvinder Singh Chaitanya is certified in Hatha Yoga from Bharatiya Vidya Bhawan (Bihar School of Yoga), a Laughter Yoga Teacher with Laughter Yoga International University, and a Meditation Teacher from Osho International, Pune. He teaches Ashtanga Vinyasa, Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Yin Yoga, Iyengar-inspired Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda-based practices, Pranayama, Meditation and Laughter Yoga in India, Russia, Lebanon, Thailand, Taiwan, China and Bali, guiding students from more than 25 countries.
His classes combine the rigor of dynamic practice with the meditative softness of Yin and the joy of Laughter Yoga, always grounded in clear philosophy and modern anatomical understanding. Featured on Elephant Journal, OM Yoga Magazine and Insight Timer, he is known for making deep yogic wisdom practical, experiential and life-changing for his students.
Details of this retreat
This 200-Hour Yoga Therapy Teacher Training in Goa is designed for students who wish to deepen their practice, learn therapeutic applications of yoga, and experience genuine personal healing. Set in the peaceful hills of North Goa near Querim Beach, Yoga Chaitanya offers a nurturing environment with wooden cottages, quiet nature, and an intimate batch size that encourages reflection and inner transformation.
Rooted in ancient yogic wisdom and adapted for modern practitioners, the course integrates Hatha and Iyengar-inspired asanas, pranayama, Ayurveda, therapeutic anatomy, meditation, Yoga Nidra, mudras, cleansing techniques, mindfulness, and classical philosophy into a holistic system of self-care and healing. Guided personally by Sukhvinder Singh Chaitanya—an international teacher with over 20,000 hours of teaching experience—the training blends scientific precision with spiritual depth.
Graduates earn a Yoga Alliance USA RYT-200 certification and learn how to apply yogic techniques therapeutically for physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. You will learn to design and teach Yoga Therapy programs, use multiple healing tools to address specific conditions, and build confidence in guiding students safely and effectively. Upon completion, you receive three certifications: Yoga Therapy from Yoga Chaitanya International Institute, Holistic Yoga with an Ayurvedic approach (Yoga Alliance RYS®), and Laughter Yoga Leader from the International Laughter Yoga University.
Rooted in ancient yogic wisdom and adapted for modern practitioners, the course integrates Hatha and Iyengar-inspired asanas, pranayama, Ayurveda, therapeutic anatomy, meditation, Yoga Nidra, mudras, cleansing techniques, mindfulness, and classical philosophy into a holistic system of self-care and healing. Guided personally by Sukhvinder Singh Chaitanya—an international teacher with over 20,000 hours of teaching experience—the training blends scientific precision with spiritual depth.
Graduates earn a Yoga Alliance USA RYT-200 certification and learn how to apply yogic techniques therapeutically for physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. You will learn to design and teach Yoga Therapy programs, use multiple healing tools to address specific conditions, and build confidence in guiding students safely and effectively. Upon completion, you receive three certifications: Yoga Therapy from Yoga Chaitanya International Institute, Holistic Yoga with an Ayurvedic approach (Yoga Alliance RYS®), and Laughter Yoga Leader from the International Laughter Yoga University.
Schedule
During the four weeks, the daily schedule will remain the same, but the subjects will change according to the program.
07:15 - 8:45 Yoga Asana Practice (Led / Mysore style)
9:00 - 10:00 Breakfast / self-study
10:15 - 11:00 Ayurveda Class
11:00 - 1:00 Asana lab, alignment, teaching curriculum
1.00 - 14.30 Lunch and rest / self-study
14:30 - 15.30 Yoga philosophy
15:30 - 15:45 Tea break
15:45 - 16:30 Pranayama, mudras theory and practice
16:30 - 17.30 Meditation / Yin yoga
19:00 - 19:30 Dinner
07:15 - 8:45 Yoga Asana Practice (Led / Mysore style)
9:00 - 10:00 Breakfast / self-study
10:15 - 11:00 Ayurveda Class
11:00 - 1:00 Asana lab, alignment, teaching curriculum
1.00 - 14.30 Lunch and rest / self-study
14:30 - 15.30 Yoga philosophy
15:30 - 15:45 Tea break
15:45 - 16:30 Pranayama, mudras theory and practice
16:30 - 17.30 Meditation / Yin yoga
19:00 - 19:30 Dinner
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Yoga Chaitanya International Institute, EISRA Wellness Resort, Unnamed Road, Querim, Goa 403524, India
Directions
The retreat is held at EISRA Wellness Resort, Gadachvada, near HDFC ATM, Kery, Querim, North Goa (403524), India.
The nearest international airport is Manohar International Airport (GOX), located about 35–40 minutes from the resort.
You can also arrive via Goa International Airport (Dabolim – GOI), approximately 2- 2.5 hours away.
We recommend taking a prepaid taxi or requesting an arranged pickup for a smooth transfer to the resort.
The nearest international airport is Manohar International Airport (GOX), located about 35–40 minutes from the resort.
You can also arrive via Goa International Airport (Dabolim – GOI), approximately 2- 2.5 hours away.
We recommend taking a prepaid taxi or requesting an arranged pickup for a smooth transfer to the resort.
Accommodation
This is a beautiful and peaceful place. The Resort has a clean, pollution-free, hygienic atmosphere and efficient 24×7 staff. The center provides simple and clean single and shared rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. All rooms have a balcony and a chair, a table, and appropriate lighting. There is a security guard at night for the safety of the students. Also, some common areas and entrances are under CCTV surveillance for security purposes. There is a parking space for cars / scooters as well. The center includes a vegetarian restaurant. Wi-Fi and filtered drinking water are always available in the kitchen area.
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
You will stay at EISRA Wellness Resort in North Goa, India. This is a beautiful and peaceful place. The Resort has a clean, pollution-free, hygienic atmosphere.
The resort is near beautiful Querim Beach (North Goa). The resort has wooden cottages, located in the lush green hills of the beautiful village. The location provides a peaceful, nature-filled environment that enhances the yogic and meditative experience.
The resort is near beautiful Querim Beach (North Goa). The resort has wooden cottages, located in the lush green hills of the beautiful village. The location provides a peaceful, nature-filled environment that enhances the yogic and meditative experience.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
At Yoga Chaitanya, food is medicine. Fresh vegetarian meals are served daily: breakfast, lunch, dinner, prepared with yogic principles, local ingredients and hygienic cooking to preserve prana.
What's Included
- 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training program and complete curriculum
- Daily yoga practice: Iyengar & Yoga therapy style
- Daily pranayama, meditation, mantra chanting
- Yoga Philosophy, functional anatomy and teaching methodology
- Study materials and Yoga TTC manual
- 23 nights of accommodation (shared or private based on selection)
- Three Vegetarian meals prepared with Yogic & Ayurvedic principles
- Filtered drinking water, tea, coffee, herbal teas and fruits
- Use of yoga hall, mats, props and learning spaces
- Wi-Fi access in common areas
- Certificate from Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS 200)
- Guidance from experienced teachers and personal mentorship
- Airport pick-up & drop assistance (on request)
- Weekend activities (on request)
- Community support, sharing circles and reflective practices
- Personalized mentorship and small batch size (10–12 students) for focused guidance
- Complimentary Ayurvedic massage, doctor consultation, and herbal tea pack
- Self-reflective module worth $200 included for personal growth and inner awareness
- Post-training guidance and apprenticeship opportunities with Yoga Chaitanya
- Discounts for future TTC programs and a $100 referral bonus for referring a friend
What's Not Included
- Airfare to and from India
- Airport pick-up and drop (available at extra cost)
- Travel insurance or medical insurance
- Visa fees and passport-related expenses
- Personal expenses such as shopping or laundry
- Extra meals, snacks or beverages outside the provided menu
- Ayurvedic treatments or massages (optional add-ons)
- Outdoor excursions not listed in the program
- Private consultations or personal therapy sessions
- Any additional nights of accommodation beyond program dates
- Transportation for personal sightseeing or activities
- Yoga mats or props for personal use (available to borrow only)
- Late check-out or early check-in fees
- Emergency medical care or hospital charges
- Anything not specifically listed in the “What’s Included” section
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