Yoga Teacher Training
Sivananda Yoga Vidya Peetham
I teach residential yoga teacher training in our ashram, focusing on classic yoga principles, daily practice, and real self-knowledge for personal and teaching growth.
Govindananda Saraswati
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About Yoga Teacher Training
Why I Teach
I’m here to share the original wisdom of yoga, just as my Guru taught me. We face so many problems in life, mostly because we don’t know ourselves well enough. Real solutions come from self-knowledge. That’s the journey I offer.
What Makes My Training Different
This isn’t just stretching. My approach goes deep into the mind, body, and spirit. I stick to five classic points for a healthy, peaceful life:
- Asanas (proper exercise)
- Pranayama (proper breathing)
- Savasana (proper relaxation)
- Sattvic food (pure vegetarian meals)
- Positive thinking & meditation
The Courses: Foundation & Beyond
I run two levels of residential yoga teacher training in ashram:
- Level 1 (200 hours): Four weeks. Ideal if you’re searching for personal growth, not just teaching skills. No need to be super flexible or experienced. The focus is repeated practice and learning—Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga included. It can be tough, emotionally and physically, but you come out stronger and clearer.
- Level 2 (300 hours): For those who’ve finished Level 1. Four weeks of intense asana, deeper pranayama, and traditional yoga philosophy course (think Patanjali’s Raja Yoga, Sanskrit, and more).
Living Yoga in Amboli
You’ll stay at our ashram in the hills, far from city noise. Life here is simple. We eat sattvic diet yoga program meals, follow a daily routine, and connect as a community. It’s not always easy, but the peace and clarity you find are real.
My Promise
I’ve been at this for 30+ years. I teach each person with care, humor, and honesty. You get the real thing, not watered down. If you’re up for a genuine transformation, I’m here to guide you.
Meet your Expert
Govindananda Saraswati
27 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hari Om. We’re Sivananda Yoga Vidya Peetham, started by Swami Govindananda after years with his Guru at Sivananda Ashram, Kerala. Used to be in the world of Physics and Education, but spiritual life pulled stronger. Since ’87, it’s been all about sharing yoga and Vedanta—sometimes with jokes, always with clarity. Our joy is seeing folks find their own inner spark, not just follow instructions. Amboli hills, good vibes, living truth.
My Work
Traditional Yoga Courses & Retreats - We run Amboli yoga retreats, teacher trainings (YTTC-1, YTTC-2), and Hatha Yoga Sadhana Intensive.
Deep Dive Philosophy Sessions - Join us for Vedanta philosophy immersion, Upanishads, Yoga Sutras, plus Mudra and Chakra workshops.
Sivananda Lineage Approach - We stick to five yoga principles - asana, pranayama, vegetarian food, meditation, and positive thinking.
Everyone’s Welcome - Beginner or advanced, you just need sincere interest. No fancy poses needed, just commitment.
Ashram Life Experience - Life here means discipline, sattvic meals, nature walks, and real connection—sometimes tough, always real.