200hr Online Yoga Teacher Training (Live + On-Demand)
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200hr Online Yoga Teacher Training (Live + On-Demand)
Junas Waddo, Mandrem, Goa, India
Up to 20 in group
Open Dates
Retreat Highlights
- 🌟 Yoga Alliance Certified – Earn your 200hr certification
- 🌟 Flexible Learning – Blended live + on-demand with lifetime access
- 🌟 Expert Guidance – 25 teachers, expert in their field
- 🌟 Live Teaching Practicums – Real-world experience
- 🌟 6-Month Online Studio Access – 100+ live classes per month
- 🌟 Bonus Courses & Continues Education valued over €1,880!
About this Retreat
Lalit is the Founding Director of Himalaya Yoga Valley and leads all 200 & 300 hours Yoga Teacher Training Programs at our school. You can find out more about Lalit on his bio page.
As lead teacher on all Himalaya Yoga Valley educational programs, Lalit divides his time between the Goa centre his European centre in Ireland working on 200 & 500 hour trainings.
Lalit began studying at traditional Indian yoga schools known as Gurukulams at the age of 7 and he is honored to have studied yoga under some of the most well-known and respected yoga Masters in India. Lalit was initiated by Swami Veda Bharti of the Himalayan tradition in 2003. He has spent nearly a decade studying numerous traditional styles and disciplines at various Ashrams in North and South India. He studied Ashtanga Yoga in Mysore at Ashtanga Yoga Nilaya and Shri Parakala Mutt. Lalit has also studied at the Sivananda Centre in Trivandrum and spent his formative spiritual years at Swami Ram Sadak Gurukulam in Rishikesh. Lalit has studied under Sri BKS Iyengar and Sri K Pattabhi Jois, Sri Sharath Jois and Sri BNS Iyengar in Mysore and. Lalit continues to train in the Mysore with Sharath Jois as a humble and devoted student.
Senior Teacher
Tony first encountered yoga while on a working holiday in Australia in 1995. After numerous trips to India he decided to combine his passion for yoga and teaching by completing a two year hatha yoga Teacher Training Course with Yoga Therapy Ireland in 2007 and commenced yoga teaching from that point onwards. He has spent time at a number of centres in India such as the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre (Kerala), Iyengar Yoga Centre (Goa), Osho Centre (Pune), Mother Amma (Kerala) and taken meditation courses at the Vipasana Meditation Centre (Aurangabad) and Bodhi Zen Meditation Centre (Kodaikanal).
Further yoga study in 2010 brought him to Goa where he studied with Lalit and in February of that year he graduated from Himalaya Yoga Valley. He returned to Goa later in the same year to take part in the internship program and subsequently managed and taught members of the public in the Yoga Shala. As a senior teacher with the Centre, he works closely with trainees in Goa and Ireland.
Tony has a wide range of teaching experience from primary level, through high school up to second year University students and in addition has taught yoga classes in a range of locations from Cairo to the Falklands. Apart from teaching, he has worked as a web designer and has also spent a number of years working in administration at an Irish university.
Certifications
2016 – Educational Leadership (American University of Cairo)
2013 – 500hr Teacher Training (Himalaya Yoga Valley, India)
2010 – 200hr Teacher Training (Himalaya Yoga Valley, India)
2007 – Yoga Teacher Training (Yoga Therapy Ireland)
2001 – M.Sc. E-Commerce (Dublin City University)
1997 – Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (Higher Colleges of Technology, Abu Dhabi)
1996 – H.Dip. Education (University College Dublin)1993 – B.E. Electronic Engineering (National University of Ireland, Galway)
Philosophy Teacher
Viriam has been teaching yoga philosophy for Teachers Training courses with Himalaya Yoga Valley since 2011. She is from the UK and has lived in India for almost 20 years. Having trained with the SKY School of Kundalini Yoga in the UK in 2003, she is now a registered Senior Teacher .She has furthered her studies of yogic philosophy with the Oxford College of Hindu Studies, with Embodied Philosophy and Christopher Hareesh Walllis. Before travelling to India, she did a ten-year apprenticeship with spiritual teacher and author Amoda Maa, culminating in a deep meditation and self-enquiry intensive under Shiva’s mountain at Mt Arunachala
Fascinated by the sister science of yoga – Ayurveda – She received a Diploma in Ayurvedic Studies in 2005 with the School of Ayurveda and Panchakarma in Kannur, Kerala and as well as training in Ayurvedic Yoga Massage, she holds her ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage and Anatomy and Physiology. In 2020, Viriam completed her 300hrs in Yoga-Ayurveda-Mantra-Meditation with the American Institute of Vedic Studies under Dr David Frawley and is now a qualified Yoga and Ayurveda Wellness Consultant.
Viriam has embarked on further study with teachers fusing yoga, somatics and neuroscience as well as a deep dive into restorative yoga and yoga Nidra with teachers such as Angela Farmer, Bo Forbes, Max Strom, Donna Farhi and Uma Dunsmore Tulli. Viriam is also a writer and contributes to both yoga magazines and travel guides.
Certifications
2020 – 300hr Ayurveda-Yoga-Mantra Diploma, American Institute of Hindu Studies
2019 – Restorative Yoga CPD, Adelene Cheong (YogaCampus)
2018 – Foundation in Mindfulness Meditation Teaching, Michael Stone (YogaCampus)
2015 – Foundation in Yoga Nidra, Uma Dunsmore Tulli (YogaCampus) UK
2015 – Oxford College of Hindu Studies (OCHS) UK, Bhagavad Gita
2014 – Oxford College of Hindu Studies (OCHS) UK, Philosophy of Yoga
2008 – ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage
2007 – Sun Yoga Kids, Yoga Teacher Training
2003 – KYTA (Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association) UK, Level 1 Kundalini Yoga Instructor
Yoga Anatomy Teacher
Adam hails from the UK and has lived in India for 16 years. He has been teaching Anatomy with Himalaya Yoga Valley since 2010 and is a valued teacher and team member. He completed his 200 Hr Teacher Training with Himalaya Yoga Valley in 2019 and hence he brings an empathic learning experience into his lectures for trainees. He is an avid yoga practitioner and shares his knowledge and passion for yoga-focused anatomy with the Himalaya Yoga Valley 200 and 300 hour trainees through his lively and interesting lectures.
Adam is a also a massage teacher and body mechanic. He trained extensively in the UK and is certified through ITEC (International Therapeutic Examination Committee); he has trained with Ayurvedic doctors in India and monks in Thailand. Since 2011, he has been teaching Ayurvedic Yoga Massage, an Iyengar-inspired massage trans globally certified by the complementary therapists association.
Adam’s passion is structural re-alignment and balancing the nervous system. During the 200 and 300 hr Teacher Trainings he teaches from a physical posture and alignment focus showing that by tuning into the subtleties in yoga asana we get to know our bodies through yoga, and hence there is an stronger awareness that we hold the key to our mental and physical wellbeing.
Certifications
2021 Gray Institute Certificate in Applied Functional Science
2021 Born to move Certificate with James Earls
2019 200hr Certificate with Himalaya Yoga Valley
2018 Thomas Myers Structural bodywork
2017 Doug Keller – Yoga Therapy
2013 Breath and trauma release
2011 Cameron Reid-Certification of Training (Neck Pain)
2010 AYM Inst Certificate in Ayurvedic yoga massage
2008 ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage.
2006 Wat Po Thai Massage Diploma
2005 School of Ayurveda and Panchakarma 150hrs
Ayurveda Teacher
Dr. Rohit was born in Goa and completed his Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) degree at Goa University. He practices medicine in his North Goa clinics, renowned as an Ayurvedic physician, panchakarma and yoga specialist, with over a decade of experience in these areas.
Dr Rohit travels extensively around India and Europe, Consulting, studying, lecturing and conducting workshops on ayurveda, yoga and allied subjects. Himalaya Yoga Valley was one of the first yoga training schools to include Ayurveda in its syllabus and since 2008, Dr Rohit has been at the forefront of educating Himalaya Yoga Valley teacher trainees from all over the world on traditional Ayurveda and its relation to therapeutic yoga. He is a very popular lecturer with trainees, inspiring many to continue further studies in Ayurveda medicine. He says: “Ayurveda, the science of life, is a boon to the science of healing and to seekers of health, rejuvenation, longevity and well-being”
Certifications
2006 – Diploma in Yoga, The Yoga Institute Academy of Yoga, Santa Cruz Mumbai India
2004 – Bachelors of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery, Goa India
Anatomy Clinic Teacher
A physiologist and expert in injury prevention, Dr. Rajbir makes anatomy practical and accessible. His live, hands-on clinics bridge the gap between theory and real-world application!
Meditation, Chanting, and Pranayama Teacher
Maeve is originally from Ireland, then after spending a considerable number of years in Australia now divides her time between Ireland and India. She is a 500 RYT, graduating from the 200 & 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Himalaya Yoga Valley.
As Program Director of Himalaya Yoga Valley (India & Europe) she is responsible for the course and syllabus development for Level 1 & 2 Yoga Teacher Training in-person and online courses. She coordinates the international training and retreat programs, ensuring that students and yoga guests receive the best learning and yoga holiday experience possible. During the Level 1 & 2 Teacher Training programs, she teaches Meditation, Mantra and Pranayama, Yoga Business, Ethics for Yoga, Classroom Management, Communications and Teaching Methodology. Maeve also contributes to Himalaya Yoga Valley’s Online Academy, Alaya Yoga, by teaching online meditation, pranayama and Mantra classes. Using her previous experience in business strategic planning and management which encompasses 23 years in Western Australia’s Department of Justice, she is able to pass on her knowledge and skills to trainees who wish to pursue a yoga business upon graduation. She has also lectured in Justice Studies at Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia for eleven years and brings her tertiary teaching experiences to the yoga shala. Maeve holds a B.A. (Hons) Justice degree from Edith Cowan University, a Business Diploma and a Masters in Leadership and Management from Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia.
Certifications
2015 – 300 HR Teacher Training, Himalaya Yoga Valley, Goa, India
2007 – 200 Hr Teacher Training, Himalaya Yoga Valley, Goa, India
2007 – Masters Leadership and Management, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia
2006 – Graduate Diploma Business- Curtin Business University, Perth, Western Australia
2004 – BA Justice ( Hons) at Edith Cowan University Perth, Western Australia
Live Asana Teacher
Sohmer is a passionate asana teacher known for her dynamic and interactive approach. She will help you deepen your practice, build confidence, and bring yoga to life—on and off the mat.
Details of this retreat
Our online teacher training yoga academy was created to meet the demand of students worldwide who wished to train with our renowned school but from anywhere in the world.
Our focus on integrity, unmatched support, live classes, real-time assessments, and the chance to teach a real audience (optional) make this more than just a course—it’s a journey to becoming a confident, authentic yoga teacher. Join us and train with a global indigenous school where tradition meets inspiration to bring the benefits of yoga to the modern world approach.
With over two decades of experience, we’ve developed an innovative program that combines our traditional roots with modern teaching methods, ensuring you become not just certified but fully prepared to teach.
Join us if you’re ready to become a teacher who’s fully equipped, inspired, and confident, and your teaching journey truly begins. As well as our fully online course we have curated a Hybrid Training blending online learning with 11 days of travel and training experience to India or Ireland.
Here’s What Awaits You:
On-Demand Learning (Available 24/7)
🔹 34 Asana Deconstruction
🔹 Meditation, Pranayama & Chanting
🔹 Anatomy & Physiology with Adam
🔹 Yoga Philosophy with Viriam
🔹 Chakra, Energetic Body, Mudras
🔹 Teaching Methodology & Sequencing
🔹 Classroom Management
and more!
Live Classes
🔹 Anatomy Clinics with Dr. Rajbir
🔹 Ayurveda Lecture with Dr. Rohit
🔹 Interactive Asana Classes with Sohmer
🔹 Yoga Business Coaching with Eveanna
🔹 Daily Live Practice + Unpacking the Class Session with Ālaya Yoga Teachers
Your Exclusive Bonuses Include:
Teaching & Business Essentials
✔️ Bringing Your Yoga Business Online (€299)
✔️ Yoga Business Masterclass (€199)
✔️ Promoting Your Yoga Retreat (€199)
Deepen Your Knowledge
✔️ Bonus Philosophy Course (€99)
Ongoing Support & Community
✔️ Business Coaching & Teacher Mastery Coaching Program (€699)
✔️ 6-Month Free Access to Ālaya Yoga Online (€180)
Exclusive Discounts
✔️ 15% Off Teaching Immersions in Goa and Ireland
✔️ 15% Off Asana Immersion Courses & Retreatsll
Why Our Online Yoga Teacher Training Stands Out?
Our program is unique because each subject is taught by a dedicated expert, ensuring specialized, localized teaching. Our teachers are highly qualified with over 65 years of combined experience training yoga instructors. More importantly, they bring unmatched passion to every class.
Our Modular Online Yoga Teacher Training Program
Our modular online yoga teacher training course allows you to complete your certification fully online, with all content delivered by our expert teachers. You can begin immediately upon enrollment and move through the course at your own pace, whether that’s as quickly as four weeks or at a more leisurely pace over 12 to 18 months. There’s no set end date, allowing you to fit your learning around your lifestyle. You can choose fully on demand learning or on demand learning with live online classes depending on your goals.
Our focus on integrity, unmatched support, live classes, real-time assessments, and the chance to teach a real audience (optional) make this more than just a course—it’s a journey to becoming a confident, authentic yoga teacher. Join us and train with a global indigenous school where tradition meets inspiration to bring the benefits of yoga to the modern world approach.
With over two decades of experience, we’ve developed an innovative program that combines our traditional roots with modern teaching methods, ensuring you become not just certified but fully prepared to teach.
Join us if you’re ready to become a teacher who’s fully equipped, inspired, and confident, and your teaching journey truly begins. As well as our fully online course we have curated a Hybrid Training blending online learning with 11 days of travel and training experience to India or Ireland.
Here’s What Awaits You:
On-Demand Learning (Available 24/7)
🔹 34 Asana Deconstruction
🔹 Meditation, Pranayama & Chanting
🔹 Anatomy & Physiology with Adam
🔹 Yoga Philosophy with Viriam
🔹 Chakra, Energetic Body, Mudras
🔹 Teaching Methodology & Sequencing
🔹 Classroom Management
and more!
Live Classes
🔹 Anatomy Clinics with Dr. Rajbir
🔹 Ayurveda Lecture with Dr. Rohit
🔹 Interactive Asana Classes with Sohmer
🔹 Yoga Business Coaching with Eveanna
🔹 Daily Live Practice + Unpacking the Class Session with Ālaya Yoga Teachers
Your Exclusive Bonuses Include:
Teaching & Business Essentials
✔️ Bringing Your Yoga Business Online (€299)
✔️ Yoga Business Masterclass (€199)
✔️ Promoting Your Yoga Retreat (€199)
Deepen Your Knowledge
✔️ Bonus Philosophy Course (€99)
Ongoing Support & Community
✔️ Business Coaching & Teacher Mastery Coaching Program (€699)
✔️ 6-Month Free Access to Ālaya Yoga Online (€180)
Exclusive Discounts
✔️ 15% Off Teaching Immersions in Goa and Ireland
✔️ 15% Off Asana Immersion Courses & Retreatsll
Why Our Online Yoga Teacher Training Stands Out?
Our program is unique because each subject is taught by a dedicated expert, ensuring specialized, localized teaching. Our teachers are highly qualified with over 65 years of combined experience training yoga instructors. More importantly, they bring unmatched passion to every class.
Our Modular Online Yoga Teacher Training Program
Our modular online yoga teacher training course allows you to complete your certification fully online, with all content delivered by our expert teachers. You can begin immediately upon enrollment and move through the course at your own pace, whether that’s as quickly as four weeks or at a more leisurely pace over 12 to 18 months. There’s no set end date, allowing you to fit your learning around your lifestyle. You can choose fully on demand learning or on demand learning with live online classes depending on your goals.
Schedule
Typical Daily Schedule
7:00am Morning Meditation, Chanting and Pranayama
8:00am Break and reflective journal writing
8:30am Yoga Asana Practice
10:00am Break
11:00am Morning Lecture
1:00pm Break/Free Time
3:00pm Afternoon Lecture
4:15pm Break
4:30pm Yoga Asana Practice/Workshop
7:00am Morning Meditation, Chanting and Pranayama
8:00am Break and reflective journal writing
8:30am Yoga Asana Practice
10:00am Break
11:00am Morning Lecture
1:00pm Break/Free Time
3:00pm Afternoon Lecture
4:15pm Break
4:30pm Yoga Asana Practice/Workshop
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
What's Included
- 200hr Yoga Certificate of Completion
- Expert Guidance – 25 teachers, expert in their field
- 6-Month Online Yoga Studio Access – 100+ live classes per month
- Bonus Courses & Continues Education valued over €1,880!
- Training Materials
- Community Support
- Weekly Coaching Calls
- Optional Live Teaching Practicums – Real-world experience, teaching at our Online Yoga Studio and get Constructive Feedbacks
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Visa
- Personal expenses, such as shopping, additional meals, and drinks
- Travel insurance or health insurance
- Additional excursions
- Spa treatments or other wellness services
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