200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa with Wandering Mat
This 15-day intensive training is crafted for dedicated yoga practitioners and aspiring teachers who seek a deep, integrative foundation in yoga. The program draws on Hatha, Vinyasa, meditation, Ayurveda, and socially conscious philosophy to offer a complete learning journey that nourishes both heart and mind.
Led by Wandering Mat’s experienced faculty and hosted at Nalanda Retreat, one of the most respected yoga training centres in India, this program offers a Yoga Alliance-recognised 200-hour certification. With a balance of theory and practice, you’ll refine your alignment, expand your understanding, and leave fully prepared to guide meaningful yoga classes anywhere in the world.
What’s Covered and What’s Not
- Stay: 15 nights in shared, comfortable beachside rooms with daily housekeeping
- Meals: Daily smoothie, nourishing vegetarian brunch, and dinner
- Resources: Printed manuals, CPD teaching tools, and learning materials
- Certification: 200-hour Yoga Alliance certificate from Wandering Mat
- Training: Expert-led sessions in asana, meditation, anatomy, and teaching methodology
- Wisdom: Ayurvedic guidance, inclusive philosophy, and mindful living practices
- Community: A supportive group of like-minded learners in a safe, heart-centered space
- Amenities: Access to pools, tropical gardens, yoga shalas, and a private beach
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- Travel insurance
- Transfers
- Flights to and from the location
- Extra nights before or after the training
Contact Details
About the Teacher
Vikramjeet Singh is a highly experienced yoga teacher and educator with over 11,000 teaching hours across Canada, the US, and India. He started his yoga journey in 2006 at Modo Yoga and soon left his corporate job in HR to pursue teaching full-time. Since then, Vikram has trained extensively in Modo, Ashtanga (with authorization from Sharath Jois), and Yin Yoga, and has taught at studios and trainings across North America. Today, he’s based in Goa, sharing a well-rounded, deeply rooted approach to yoga.
Vikramjeet Singh
Vikramjeet Singh is a highly experienced yoga teacher and educator with over 11,000 teaching hours across Canada, the US, and India. He started his yoga journey in 2006 at Modo Yoga and soon left his corporate job in HR to pursue teaching full-time. Since then, Vikram has trained extensively in Modo, Ashtanga (with authorization from Sharath Jois), and Yin Yoga, and has taught at studios and trainings across North America. Today, he’s based in Goa, sharing a well-rounded, deeply rooted approach to yoga.
Course Overview
Key Components
Foundations of Yoga
- Trace the evolution of yoga from ancient roots to modern practice
- Understand the cultural, historical, and philosophical foundations
- Explore yoga’s role in social justice, community, and inclusivity
Yoga Philosophy & Ethics
- Apply yogic principles to real-life choices and inner inquiry
- Study key texts like the Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita
- Navigate ethical dilemmas with awareness, empathy, and integrity
Key Components
Anatomy, Physiology & Injury Prevention
- Learn functional anatomy for safe, effective teaching
- Understand biomechanics, movement patterns, and injury prevention
- Adapt postures for individual bodies with informed alignment
Subtle Body, Energy & Ayurveda
- Explore chakras, nadis, and the energetic systems of yoga
- Integrate breath, prana, and subtle awareness into practice
- Learn Ayurvedic principles to balance body and mind holistically
Key Components
Breathwork, Meditation & Mindfulness
- Master pranayama techniques for physical and mental wellbeing
- Build a sustainable mindfulness and meditation practice
- Understand how neuroscience supports the mind-body connection
Asana Practice & Alignment Labs
- Refine personal alignment through asana labs and feedback
- Develop awareness of variations, props, and modifications
- Build confidence in guiding others through a clear, safe practice
Key Components
Sequencing & Teaching Methodology
- Learn sequencing principles based on Hatha and Vinyasa systems
- Create purposeful classes for various levels and needs
- Develop your unique teaching voice, cueing, and class presence
Inclusivity & Accessibility in Yoga
- Learn tools to create inclusive, trauma-aware class environments
- Adapt your teaching for different bodies, backgrounds, and experiences
- Build spaces where every student feels seen, safe, and supported
Professional Development & Communication
- Gain hands-on teaching experience with real-time mentorship
- Practice effective cueing, demonstrations, and classroom leadership
- Explore ethical marketing, language clarity, and business foundations
Learning Outcomes
- Receive a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certificate.
- Confidently teach inclusive, well-structured yoga classes for diverse students.
- Apply yogic philosophy and ethical principles both on and off the mat.
- Sequence and guide asana practices rooted in alignment and functional movement.
- Integrate breathwork, meditation, and mindfulness into your teaching and life.
- Create accessible, trauma-aware spaces that support student transformation.
Build a sustainable teaching path with clarity, purpose, and professionalism.
This course is part of Nalanda’s expanding portfolio of yoga teacher trainings, meditation retreats, and professional development programs—created in collaboration with some of the most reputed teacher training institutions—and designed to support conscious evolution, embodied teaching, and authentic community connection.
This training is perfect if you’re ready to turn your practice into something more. Whether you dream of teaching or just want to go deeper, you’ll explore alignment, sequencing, breathwork, and philosophy—gaining the confidence to share yoga in a way that feels real and grounded.
FAQ's
This program is ideal for committed practitioners ready to take the next step into teaching, as well as yoga teachers looking to revisit the foundations in a meaningful and inclusive way. It’s also perfect for those seeking a 200-hour yoga teacher training in Goa rooted in ethics, embodiment, and community.
Graduates will receive a 200-hour certificate accredited by Yoga Alliance, allowing you to register as an RYT-200 and teach worldwide.
Not at all. A regular practice and sincere curiosity are more important than flexibility or “advanced” asanas. The program is designed to support a wide range of students and educators.
This course uniquely integrates philosophy, inclusivity, and real-world teaching application—set in a stunning beachside retreat known for its depth and heart. You’ll receive ongoing mentorship, professional tools, and practices that honour both tradition and innovation.
Absolutely. The schedule includes downtime each afternoon to rest, visit the beach, enjoy the gardens, or experience the peaceful energy of Mandrem. Nalanda Retreat is an ideal space to study and unwind in balance.
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