SATTVA GLOBAL

BEYOND HORIZONS

THE FIRST AND ONLY SATTVA YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN AUSTRALIA

The Future of Yoga Education in Australia.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the first and only Sattva Yoga Teacher Training program in Australia. Proudly certified by the esteemed Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India.

Global Expansion, Global Excellence.

This unique journey, certified by the renowned Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India, marks the arrival of an unparalleled yoga experience on Australian soil. Our Yoga Teacher Training is part of the "Global" project, an initiative simultaneously launching in Italy and the USA (California, Hawaii), led by seasoned teachers and esteemed Masters of the Sattva Academy, all under the guiding light of Anand Mehrotra, the visionary founder of this renowned method. This global endeavor ensures the absolute integrity of teachings and their authentic propagation across the globe.

Dates for the end of the year Sattva Yoga Teacher Training will be revealed shortly.

Unlock the Science of Sattva Yoga

At Sattva Yoga Global Academy, we blend tradition with modern scientific understanding. Our comprehensive 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course is a profound exploration of the Himalayan yoga-vedic tradition, renowned worldwide for its holistic and integrated approach to yoga. Science tells us that yoga enhances physical and mental well-being, reduces stress and boosts cognitive function. We combine ancient wisdom with scientific insights to elevate your practice and enrich your life.

A Path for All Seekers

Our program is a gateway not only to becoming a certified yoga teacher but also to deepening your personal practice and understanding of yoga. Whether you aim to guide others on their yoga journey or simply enhance the quality of your life through this ancient discipline, our 200-hour Sattva Yoga Teacher Training Course in Australia is your stepping stone to transformation.

Discover Byron Bay's Enchanting Sanctuary

Immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of Burringbar, nestled within the Byron Bay region. Our international training program attracts students from every corner of the globe, forging authentic, confident, informed and empowered yogis. With certification by Yoga Alliance, our core training also takes place at Sattva Sanctuary —offering a unique blend of yoga tradition and the natural wonders of the Northern Rivers region.

Elevate your practice, expand your horizons and become a beacon of profound knowledge.

CURRICULUM OF 200 HOUR

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING COURSE

  • Asanas, Foundational Yoga Poses: Static, dynamic and flow versions of asanas.

  • Principles of alignment and movement.

  • Powerful Pranayama (Breathwork): practice and teaching.

  • Focusing on the mind and its functions

  • Transcendence of the mind to access the pure field of infinite potential

  • Benefits, modifications, contraindications and mindfulness for practices

  • Vinyasa Krama: The art and science of intelligent sequencing

  • Foundational Kundalini and Tantric Kriyas: Practice, effects, placement and delivery

  • Partner Work: Tantric principles of healing through shiva/shakti, yin/yang

  • Bandhas, mudras and karmas: Practice, use and teaching

  • Fluid Freedom Movement: Practice, use and teaching

  • Pranayama (Powerful Breathwork): Practice, use and teaching

  • Mantras and exploring Naad. Practice, use and teaching.

  • Sadhana: Developing and teaching personal Sadhana

TECHNIQUES, TRAINING AND PRACTICE

YOGIC PHILOSOPHY, HISTORY AND LIFESTYLE

  • Origins and History of Yoga

  • Recognise the Unity of Paths

  • Understanding the Foundational Teachings of Yoga

  • Exploring the Supreme Wisdom of Yoga

  • Discovering the Vedanta of Life, Self and the Universe

  • Yoga as a Path to Awakening

  • Sattva Yoga Academy Teachings: The Integrated Approach

  • Know Living Enlightenment as a Lifestyle

  • Introduction to Sattva Meditation Technique

  • Become aware of Self–Mind-Body Connection

  • Introductions to Chakras, Koshas, Gunas and Ishtas

  • Introduction to Karma and Dharma

  • Knowledge Meetings cover many of the subjects of the course, including chakras, koshas, prana vayus, nadis and gunas, chanting, meditation, mantra, japa, nada yoga, music, sangha (community), diet, nutrition, Vedanta, and philosophy.

  • Satsangs are spiritual Q&A sessions. Clarify your understanding of the topics covered in Knowledge Meetings by asking questions that are answered as part of Satsang.

KNOWLEDGE MEETINGS AND SATSANG

ASANAS, ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND THE ENERGY BODY

  • Understand the foundations, origins, principles and purpose of Hatha

  • Types of Postures – Purpose and benefits

  • Sattva principles of alignment & movement

  • Core principles of safe and efficient practice

  • Benefits, modifications, contraindications and mindfulness for practices

  • Hatha asana breakdown of standing postures, seated postures, seated twists, backward bend postures, arm balance postures, inverted postures, restorative postures

  • Sattva Intelligent Sequencing

  • Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) and Sattva Moon Salutation

    • Sattva Yoga Anatomy

    • Systems of the Body

    • Physiology of Muscles and Bones

    • Eastern and Western Anatomy

  • Health considerations

PRANAYAMA PRACTICES

  • Learn the power of conscious breathwork in yoga

  • Explore the science and practice of healthy, effective breath.

  • Prepare for breath kriyas

MANTRAS

  • Learn primary mantras that are used in sacred rituals, japa, and kriya practices

  • Prepare for mantra kriyas

TEACHING METHODOLOGY

  • Learn to structure and teach classes/journeys in different environments to different people around the world

  • Take your seat as a teacher

  • Develop your presence and authentic teaching style

  • Develop your voice and the use of vocabulary

  • Create an optimal atmosphere for transformation

  • Learn to offer safe adjustments and assists

  • Explore the art and science of connecting with and uplifting your students

  • Discover the art of using music in classes

  • Practice teach to individuals and to small groups

  • Observe, give and receive feedback of classes

  • Structure journeys/classes for different levels and themes

  • Teach a full journey/class

  • Take Yoga out of the Yoga room

  • Learn how to support your students with private mentoring

  • Learn how to lead retreats

  • Learn about teaching breathwork

PRACTICUM

INTEGRATION COURSEWORK

  • Students are required to finish homework after the completion of the contact hours.

  • Complete all the course Integration questions.

  • The homework is considered a vital part of the coursework and is required in order to apply for certification by Yoga Alliance or other certifying organisations.

  • Structure and teach seven classes and write about your experience.

  • Log your personal sadhana for at least 40 days.

  • Undertake a SEVA project (volunteer/serve) and share your experience.


CURRICULUM OF 200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

The Sattva Yoga Academy 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is considered by many as the most comprehensive Yoga teacher training available anywhere in the world today. It attracts students from around the world and produces authentic, confident, knowledgeable and empowered Yogis.

  • Exclusive Sattva Yoga Academy manuals distributed only at Sattva Yoga Academy trainings

  • Direct access to Sattva global community of like-spirited yogis around the world

  • A welcome bag of surprise goodies

  • Option to stay at Sattva Sanctuary

  • Certification of completion when all requirements have been met. The certificate enables you to register with Yoga Alliance USA as a 200 hour RYT.

PRICES AND BOOKING

Course Only (Day tripper with Meal Included): $5549

Course + Accomodation: $6549 shared accomodation (couple or single occupancy +$1000)

Booking Process:

To secure your place:

  1. A $2000 deposit is required to reserve your spot.

  2. Payment of $2000 due on the first Day of Course

  3. Final payment to be paid by April 2nd

We offer a personalised payment plan tailored to meet your specific needs and financial preferences. Feel free to reach out or email us to discuss the details.

Please read out T&C here

YOUR TEACHERS

  • RITIKA

    Ritika is a trained Vedic astrologer and has studied under her teacher Anand Mehrotra, for over 15 years. Ritika follows a spiritual discipline, practicing yoga, kriya, meditation, mantra and rituals daily, and leads a life of honesty and integrity. She is driven by a genuine desire to be of service to her clients. A holistic teacher can function as a “life-counselor,” able to address all domains of life, including health, psychology, career, relation­ship, and spiritual issues. Ritika is able to guide her client toward the full unfoldment of their soul through pointing out the full scope of their life’s potential along with practical tools for developing their energies properly through kriya yoga The ultimate goal of a true yogi is to be able to master their energy and direct it towards evolution

  • KAREN

    Karen was born with a passion for yoga and has been practicing since she was 8 years old. She studied various branches of yoga among which vinyasa, iyengar, ashtanga, anusara, areal, acro, yin and sattva yoga. She is a widely trained professional and immersed herself in 500hrs + YTT’s at the source of yoga, Rishikesh India, where she studied from the ancient Himalayan tradition. Karen also taught at multiple teacher trainings and retreats at the renowned yoga school Sattva Yoga Academy at the foothills of the Himalayas. She spreads the yoga love in her own unique way, combining the most profound aspects from the diverse styles that she applied herself to: intelligent asana sequencing, eye for detail, personalized corrections, clear and direct cueing, profound attention to the breath, correct alignment of the body, fluid flow and including deep restorative poses.

  • ERAN

    Eran is a Vedic astrologer who studied with Anand Mehrotra, the founder of Sattva Yoga. Guided by many teachers over the last 20 years, Eran is grounded in a deeply disciplined spiritual practice including mantra, kriya, yoga and meditation. He has a breadth of view and capacity to contemplate life as a whole. He uses an integral approach and expansive vision of the science of Vedic astrology to cover all aspects of his client’s life ie career, relationship and spiritual development. Eran’s lifetime study of spiritual practices of Yoga, Kaballah, Meditation has given him the competence to give a very comprehensive approach to his readings. In his readings, Eran doesn’t just see how the stars affect people or when events may occur in their life but he is also able to guide his clients in the higher goals of life, ie to live a life of high integrity and spiritual development.

  • DALIA

    Dalia is a Master Jyotishi, Sattva Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Ayurvedic lifestyle practitioner and a devoted student of the complete yogic sciences. Dalia studies with her Master, Anand Mehrotra in at the base of the Himalayas, receiving this ancient wisdom from the Source, and sharing it in a modern way. Her devotion pours through her work and guides all that she does. Yoga-Vedanta is the culmination of the body of Vedic sciences. These limbs of the Vedic tradition are designed to be a complete and comprehensive system for a life of harmony, in alignment with Nature. These techniques and teachings when integrated, as they were designed to be, offer a complete method to address all aspects of the being, and all aspects of life.

SAMPLE OF SCHEDULE FOR SATTVA 200 HOUR YTT PROGRAM

The Sattva Yoga Teacher Training Course is an immersive journey that delves deep into the realms of body, mind and spirit. It's not just about becoming yoga teacher — it's about cultivating wisdom and a profound practice that transforms you from the inside out.

Our aim isn't merely to produce yoga instructors but to nurture individuals with resilience, purpose, and boundless freedom. We empower you to become a teacher, not confined to a yoga studio, but in every facet of your life within your community. It's about embracing the role of a guide, a source of inspiration and a beacon of positive change wherever you go.

The training course extends across 4 months, incorporating an intensive week per month, starting in February.

The schedule for each training week is structured as follows:

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Commence with a soul-nourishing Puja and Meditation session.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Enjoy a brief rejuvenating break.

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Embark on a transformative journey through Sattva Yoga.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Take a well-deserved break.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Engage in both theoretical and practical lessons.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Pause for a refreshing lunch break.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Dive into practical lessons, deepening your practice.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Recharge with a short break.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Conclude the day with an invigorating Sattva Yoga class.

New dates for the Sattva Yoga Teacher Training 2024/2025 will be unveiled shortly.

To be among the first to receive updates and secure your spot in this transformative program, simply fill out the form below.