Full Yoga Course Investment – $2,890 AUD
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“Santosha has really helped me understand that, and achieve that too”
“Santosha created such an exciting, stimulating, and revolutionary environment”
“They take you by the hand throughout the whole process”
Join our teacher training in South Coast Sri Lanka for an incredible learning experience! Gain the foundational skills to teach, take your self-practice deeper, and enhance your skills with plenty of practice teaching others. Develop your abilities as an instructor with deeper knowledge to enhance your wisdom; including Pranayama, Meditation, Trauma Sensitive Teaching, Yoga for Mental Wellbeing, and Ayurveda.
For those who want to consolidate and refresh your education after your in-person experience - you will be given full access to our comprehensive online course video modules and slides through our easy-to-use learning portal. Retain life-long access to the online content; meaning it is there for you to refer to at every stage of your yoga career. This is a fully optional part of your Sri Lanka yoga experience.
Full Yoga Course Investment – $2,890 AUD
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Meet your Lead Trainer – Santosha Yoga Institute Founder
Sunny Richards is the founder of Santosha Yoga Institute – born from a dream to create a sacred place for healing and transformation to awaken the incredible potential of happiness and connection to ourselves.
She has taught for over 22 years and trained in Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Vini Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Pre and Post Natal, Yoga Nidra, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Yin Yoga, Children’s Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Meditation.
“Sunny is a very well-trained and knowledgeable yogini. She is so hands-on and always there whenever you need her. She feels like a swan taking all her hatchlings under her wing as we coast through the course and life. She remembers you, your stories and is so nurturing.” ~ Elisa, South Africa
Sunny’s goal is to fully support and uplift our students and spiritual family. She will be walking alongside you at every step of your journey – offering support and creating community, and connection.
Sunny is joined in Sri Lanka by our team of master teachers – highly trained yogis, physiotherapists, anatomy experts, yoga therapists and yogic philosophers who will guide and support you on your journey.
Gain lifetime access to one of our popular specialised short trainings. Choose the option that best suits you…
Full Yoga Course Investment – $2,890 AUD
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The early bird investment for your tuition is $2,590 Australian Dollars if you pay in full - and the cost of your accommodation will depend on the option you select. We also offer payment plans that can be made in 5 x monthly installments. Please click the link below to see how much this will cost in your currency (choose your currency once on the conversion site):
CHECK YOUR CURRENCY HEREThe early bird investment for your tuition is approximately $977 USD - and the cost of your accommodation will depend on the option you select. Please click the link below to see the most up-to-date conversion rate to USD:
TODAY'S COST IN USDThe early bird investment for your tuition is approximately €1,555 EURO - and the cost of your accommodation will depend on the option you select. Please click the link below to see the most up-to-date conversion rate to €EURO:
TODAY'S COST IN EUROYes! Hold your place with the deposit, and then make your final payment at least one month before the transformative journey begins to still receive our earlybird discount.
Our 2024 course is held in the chilled surf-hotel Dot's Bay House; located on the beach in Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka.
MAP LINKWe are running our training in partnership with Dot's Bay House. Select your room from the options offered onsite - please ENQUIRE NOW to receive our Accommodation Guide for prices and room choices.
As we are running our Sri Lanka training in partnership with Dots all students must stay onsite at Dot's Bay House. Dot's offers generous room prices to suit all budgets and needs, and are looking forward to welcoming our students with the hospitality and warmth Sri Lankans are known for!
Dot's Half Board Breakfast and Dinner options are a mix of BBQs, buffet-style meals, and tasty a la carte options and include coffees and juices from Dots Surf Cafe. Breakfast options include vegan and gluten-free choices as well as house-made sourdough bread toast. Dots serve fresh Illy coffee and espresso, as well as fine Sri Lankan teas and fresh juices from local fruit. Please let us know your dietary requirements upon enrolment so they can best cater to your needs.
Yes, Dot's has a gorgeous pool for you to cool off in, perfect for lounging, swimming, and relaxing. A pool-side bar service is also available so you can sip juices while you relax poolside.
VIEW DOTS BAY HOUSE FACILITIESBooking accommodation could not be easier! Choose your room from our Accommodation Guide, then email Dot's Bay House: [email protected]. Dots will reply to confirm your place. Please note: Dots have blocked off their rooms as FULLY BOOKED on their website during this time – this is because their rooms are all reserved for our students!
Yes, gain your official yoga certification in Sri Lanka! This is a Yoga Alliance certified 200 Hour Yoga Teacher training - meaning you can gain your certification and register as an RYT-200 Teacher immediately upon graduation - qualifying you to teach yoga in gyms and yoga studios worldwide.
We teach authentic 'vini' flow - which connects Hatha Yoga postures in short flowing Vinyasa sequences. We teach from the traditional teachings of the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage - a therapeutic and holistic approach; the goal of which is to create healing and well-being in mind, body, and breath. This builds a strong and authentic foundation ensuring what you share is safe and effective. Know what you are sharing is the real deal - based on authentic wisdom and traditions built upon by yogis for thousands of years.
At Santosha we believe yoga is for everybody and all bodies! You do not need to have the perfect, injury-free body to be a yoga teacher or join us on the course. You can participate in the course - and go on to teach sequences confidently - utilising modifications, basic adjustments or alternate postures. We have a strong focus on ensuring we are sharing safe and sustainable practices for all yogis and providing options to support this. When you sign up for the course we will ask you to let us know of any injuries so can ensure that you are kept safe and looked after.
No, this is a fully optional bonus for you! For those who want to consolidate and refresh your knowledge after your in-person course - you will be given full access to our comprehensive online video modules and slides through our easy-to-use learning portal. Retain life-long access to the additional teaching methodology of the online yoga teacher training content; meaning the core teachings there for you to refer to at every stage of your career.
Your OPTIONAL online course modules and yoga education video content include Yoga Anatomy and Physiology, Asana Postures, Asana Alignment, Developing a Daily Practice, Instructing and Sequencing Asanas, Vinyasa Krama and Elemental Vinyasa Principles, Meditation, Pranayama, Therapeutic Application of Yoga, Yoga and Mental Health, Yoga Business, Trauma Informed Teaching, Yoga Philosophy and Sutras, Yoga History, Yogic Philosophy for Daily Living, Yoga Nidra, Mantra & Kirtan, Pre and Post Natal basics. We use a varied teaching methodology to present this information to our aspiring teachers, so everyone can learn how to share their passion for yoga.
We supply all the training materials you need. The only additional reading is 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle. This is readily available in audiobook, book or e-book. You will need a computer, phone or tablet with wifi capabilities to access your downloaded manuals during your time in Sri Lanka.
There will be plenty of free time for you to relax, surf, snorkel, swim and explore. Hiriketaya, Sri Lanka is loved by yogis and surfers alike for its incredible surf breaks, pristine water, lively community, organic cafes, ayurveda clinics and incredible options for massage and relaxation. You will never be bored in this beautiful beach village!
Yes, this is the one for you! Our training is fully registered with Yoga Alliance, meaning upon graduation you can immediately sign up to the most trusted and recognized organisation in the world, allowing you to teach in studios and gyms all over the globe.
Our Santosha Yoga Teacher Training courses are more than just yoga teacher trainings or retreats, they are a chance to transform and grow. Even if becoming a yoga instructor is not your goal, you will dive deeper into your own yoga practice, share a unique experience, gain life-changing wisdom based on classical yoga philosophy, and be supported by open-hearted and caring mentors and friends. So yes, if you want to transform your mind, your body, and your life in beautiful magical Sri Lanka... then this program is for you!
A passion for yoga and a desire to transform your well-being for the better is all you need to join us! During our time together we give you everything you need to safely and effectively teach others along with practices and tools for happier, more authentic heart-centered living.
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