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27 Years

Yoga Expertise

Our Belief

At Nirvaana, we believe that every individual is unique, and therefore every yoga journey should be unique.

For over 27 years, our work with students, wellness seekers, and yoga practitioners has reinforced a simple truth: meaningful progress happens when yoga is adapted to the individual.

This belief has guided our teaching, therapeutic approach, and the evolution of Nirvaana from the very beginning.

Empowering daily growth through personalized yoga
for a healthy and happy life.

The reality of Group Yoga

As our community grew, we faced a challenge common to most yoga studios.

While group classes create a supportive learning environment, every participant enters the class with different goals, health conditions, limitations, and levels of experience.

Yet the teacher often has only a limited opportunity to personalize the practice for each individual.

We began asking ourselves an important question:

How can we make personalized yoga possible, even within a group learning environment?

How We Approached Personalization

To make personalized yoga practical within a studio environment, we developed a structured approach to understanding each individual’s health profile, goals, challenges, and progress.

Every practitioner begins with a detailed consultation, allowing our teachers to gain a deeper understanding of their unique needs. Based on this assessment, a personalized yoga practice is designed and continuously refined as the individual progresses.

Over the years, this evolved into Nirvaana’s proprietary Asana Sheet methodology—a structured framework that helps our teachers track progress, adapt practices, and provide more personalized guidance throughout the journey.

Rather than following a fixed routine, practitioners receive evolving recommendations that reflect their changing needs, goals, and progress.

Our Yoga Courses

The Nirvaana Yoga Academy Teacher’s Training Course (TTC) is a globally recognized 2.5-month’s yoga program that blends flexible online learning with immersive in-person training at Santhigiri Ashram, Aluva. Designed for modern learners, it offers authentic yoga education without compromising quality or convenience. With over 27 years of excellence, Nirvaana Yoga Academy stands as Kerala’s No.1 institute for 200-Hour TTC, accredited by Yoga Alliance USA. Guided by expert teachers, you’ll explore yogic philosophy, anatomy, and meditation while deepening your spiritual journey. This transformative experience helps you reconnect with your body, mind, and soul—preparing you to teach yoga with confidence and purpose.

Nirvaana 200

The Nirvaana 200 is an internationally-acclaimed 2.5 month’s of intensive yoga teachers training programme. Building a strong foundation is crucial for any yoga program, and our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is designed to impart classical yogic knowledge, setting you on a transformative yogic journey.

At our 27 year-old school – Nirvaana Yoga Academy, you’ll uncover different aspects of your personality and deepen your connection with your body, mind, heart, and soul. Our program is accredited by Yoga Alliance USA, ensuring you receive top-notch training and credentials recognized worldwide and also it accredited by World Yoga Federation & Yoga Alliance International.

Led by some of the best teachers in yoga, you’ll learn yogic movements, pranayama, meditation while embracing a spiritual lifestyle. With expert teachers guiding you every step of the way, it’s more than just learning yoga; it’s about forming meaningful connections and rediscovering yourself.

Our program delves into intricate and profound yogic wisdom, helping you unlock the priceless gifts within you.

Join us to experience lasting bliss, peace, and tranquility. Don’t just practice yoga; awaken your true self with us!

Course Details

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Course Details

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Curriculum

TECHNIQUES, TRAINING, PRACTICE

Hours: 110hrs

Asana

Historical context
Poses specific to RYS’s lineage
Complete sequencing (asana, pranayama, meditation) to achieve particular effect safely
Shared anatomical and alignment principles plus contraindications

Pranayama & Subtle Body

Historical context
Effects of pranayama on anatomy and subtle body
Complete sequencing of pranayama safely, including alternatives and adaptations
Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, among others
Koshas, kleshas, chakras, nadis and prana vayus

Meditation

Key meditation terms
Meditation methods by lineage
Ability to practice school’s chosen meditation practice
Chanting, mantras, and mudras

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

Hours: 10hrs

Anatomy Skeletal system, incl.:

Major bones
Types of joints
Major muscles involved in asana
Types of muscle contraction

Physiology

Nervous system, incl. ‘fight, flight, freeze’ stress response, vagal theory, overall mind-body connection
Cardiovascular/circulatory, endocrine, digestive systems as they relate to yoga practice
Respiratory system, incl. muscles that affect breathing, involuntary vs voluntary breath, how air enters and leaves body
Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, among others
Koshas, kleshas, chakras, nadis and prana vayus

Biomechanics

Types of joint movements
Joint stabilization
Safe movement as it pertains to balancing, stretching, awareness, and physical limitations
Contraindications, misalignments, adaptations

YOGA HUMANITIES

Hours: 10hrs

History

Term ‘yoga’
School’s lineage, style, and methodology
Dates and key ideas such as the Vedas, Vedanta, Hatha, Colonial, Modern

Philosophy

Definition of yoga and key terms
Relationship between asana, pranayama, meditation per school’s approach
Familiarity w/ major yogic texts (i.e., Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Hatha Yoga Pradipika)
Self-reflection on how philosophy relates to practice

Ethics

Awareness of Yoga Sutras or similar yogic ethical precepts
Relationship to Yoga Alliance Ethical Commitment including Scope of Practice, Code of Conduct, and Equity Position Statement
Comprehension of and responsibility to increase equity in yoga
Accountability measures
Self-reflection on how yoga ethics relate to practice and teaching

PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS

Hours: 60 hrs

Teaching Methodology

Sequencing
Pace
Environment
Cueing (verbal, visual, physical)
Class management

Professional Development

Ethical Commitment, including Scope of Practice, Code of Conduct and Equity Position Statement
Lifetime of learning and continuing education
General professionalism, including timeliness, consistency, cleanliness
Marketing and promotion
Liability insurance, waivers, invoicing

Practicum (Practice Teaching)

Knowledge, skills, experience across 12 key competencies
Mentorship component, incl. apprenticeship, feedback

Become a Certified Yoga Teacher

Turn Your Passion into Purpose – Join Nirvaana Yoga’s internationally accredited training programs and gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to teach yoga anywhere in the world. Learn from experienced masters, deepen your practice, and inspire others on their wellness journey.

Our AI-powered app uses a unique, automated Asana Sheet system to continuously track your needs, progress, and goals — giving you a yoga journey that evolves with you. Each session is thoughtfully guided and enriched by our expert teachers, ensuring that your practice is not only intelligent and adaptive, but also deeply supportive and human. Whether you’re practicing with us in-studio or online, Nirvaana Yoga is designed to help you heal, grow, and thrive — in mind, body, and spirit.

Whether you’re practicing with us in-studio or online, Nirvaana Yoga is designed to help you heal, grow, and thrive — in mind, body, and spirit.

How It All Began

“What began as a passion for sharing the transformative benefits of yoga gradually evolved into a mission to make yoga more personal, accessible, and meaningful.

Over the years, through teaching, therapeutic practice, and working closely with individuals from diverse backgrounds, we witnessed firsthand that every person responds differently to yoga. This realization strengthened our belief that meaningful progress comes not from a one-size-fits-all approach, but from understanding the unique needs of each individual.

From these humble beginnings, Nirvaana continued to grow—guided by a commitment to personalized yoga, continuous learning, and the wellbeing of the communities we serve.”

What Our Clients Say

    
 
 
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   Madhavi Bonagiri 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am prathyusha, I started attending yoga few months back for general fitness and to build my strength for pregnancy.Fortunately After starting my yoga journey in few days I got conceived and then I changed my general yoga to prenatal yoga. Now I'm in end of my second trimester and I'm able to do all asanas with flexibility. Sharanya mam and Yamini mam keep checking with me every time and they will make I'm comfortable while doing Asanas. I feel active over the day after doing yoga. It's really a good experience with this yoga center. Environment is good and teachers here are friendly, they will always keep track on our results and changes asanas accordingly.Im now excited for my third trimester asanas. I will definitely do recommend this to ppl who looking for conceive and also for prenatal yoga. I will continue my journey for sure with post natal yoga. Thanku Yamini Mam and Sharanya mam.
  
 
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   sridevi koppula 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a wonderful experience at this yoga center. One of the best things about it is that they provide personalized yoga sessions based on each individual's health condition and specific needs, rather than following the same routine for everyone.

Most of the trainers are women, and many of the participants are women as well, which creates a comfortable atmosphere. However, the center is open to both men and women.

I highly recommend this yoga center to anyone looking for personalized yoga guidance.
  
 
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   Deepika Dodlewar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great yoga classes with positive energy and good guidance. Peaceful place , feeling relaxed and healthier.
  
 
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   venu ch 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nirvaana yoga academy is a great place to learn yoga.i have been in nirvaana from past two months and getting trained for TTC. The personalized yoga is a great way of teaching here where we does not find in other centres. The person to person teaching until you are perfect in asanas. I have seen people getting healed here with their problems. I personally have seen changes in my health. The calmness you get through pranayama and meditation. I have got that calmness while handling things personally. I recommend nirvaana yoga academy for your health as well as to become a perfect yoga teacher.
  
 
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   Pushpa Latha 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good experience while practising yoga in nirvana yoga academy.
This is not only yoga academy Like a family...
Continuous guidance and support from staff.
Timings are flexible
Special thanks to Yamini mam & Sharanya mam
  
 
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   GayathriRodda 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I underwent 200 hour yoga teacher training in nirvaana Yoga.  It was a life changing experience for me it helped me personally and also professionally.   Teachers and trainers in nirvaana Yoga are soo welcoming ❤❤❤
  
 
  
  
 
 
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27 Years

Our Belief

Empowering daily growth through personalized yoga
for a healthy and happy life.

The reality of Group Yoga

How We Approached Personalization

Our Yoga Courses

Nirvaana 200

Curriculum

TECHNIQUES, TRAINING, PRACTICE

YOGA HUMANITIES

PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS

Become a Certified Yoga Teacher

How It All Began

Going Digital

Digital Transformation

Expanding Reach

Teacher Training Launched

First Studio Opened

The Beginning

What Our Clients Say

studio -

27 Years

Our Belief

Empowering daily growth through personalized yoga for a healthy and happy life.

The reality of Group Yoga

How We Approached Personalization

Our Yoga Courses

Nirvaana 200

Curriculum

TECHNIQUES, TRAINING, PRACTICE

YOGA HUMANITIES

PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS

Become a Certified Yoga Teacher

How It All Began

Going Digital

Digital Transformation

Expanding Reach

Teacher Training Launched

First Studio Opened

The Beginning

What Our Clients Say

Empowering daily growth through personalized yoga
for a healthy and happy life.