25 Years

Yoga Expertise

Our Belief

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

For over 25 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.

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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 Teachers’ Training Course (TTC) is a globally recognized 2.5-month hybrid 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 22 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 200is an internationally-acclaimed 45 days 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.

Through our 22 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!

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.”

2020

Going Digital

“Introduced the Nirvaana Yoga mobile app and teacher empowerment platform, enabling personalized yoga experiences for practitioners and enhanced support for teachers.” - Date should be 2024

2020
Going Digital
2015

Digital Transformation

Launched online yoga sessions and resources to reach students across the globe.

2015
Digital Transformation
2010

Expanding Reach

Grew into multiple centers and built a strong community of practitioners and trainers.

2010
Expanding Reach
2005

Teacher Training Launched

Introduced certified yoga teacher training programs to empower aspiring teachers.

2005
Teacher Training Launched
2000

First Studio Opened

Opened our first dedicated yoga studio, welcoming students from all walks of life.

2000
First Studio Opened
1999

The Beginning

Nirvaana Yoga was founded with a vision to spread authentic yoga practices to the community.

1999
The Beginning