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Yoga Teacher Training in Sri Lanka
Yoga Alliance 200hr VINYASA & YIN
UPCOMING TRAINING DATES:
2026 NOVEMBER 1st - NOVEMBER 22nd (Enrollment open - Early bird available)
2027 MARCH 21st- APRIL 11th (Enrollment open - Last Early bird available)
100% free call, no obligation, no marketing emails. Just a chat with one of your teacher to make sure this is the right training for you.
BECOME A YOGA TEACHER IN SRI LANKA
Take the step to share your passion with the world and become a yoga teacher at Senses. In this 200HR Yoga Teacher Training in Sri Lanka, you will be guided by four of our most experienced teachers that will prepare you to teach Vinyasa and Yin Yoga with a world class program that exceeds the standard requirements to become a yoga teacher.
Immersed in the lush nature surrounding Senses, this is a unique training experience in Sri Lanka that will allow you to bathe in nature, to feel at peace, to reconnect with your true self, and to fully focus on becoming an exceptional teacher in the world’s most requested styles of yoga.
COURSE CURRICULUM
The Senses teaching methodology and its curriculum has been fully written and tested by our teachers and it was rated as exceeding the requirements of a foundational teacher training by Yoga Alliance.
Here are the main pillars of this course:
Asana
- Static Poses
- Balancing Poses
- Inversions & Handstands
- Strenghtening Poses
- Stretching Poses
- Yin Yoga Poses
- Restorative Poses
- Teaching Skills
Philosophy
- Yoga History
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras: 8 Limbs
- Chakra System
- Koshas
- Mantras
- Mudras
- Yin Yoga Philosophy
- The Five Elements
- The Meridian
Anatomy
- Alignment
- Mobility
- Flexibility
- Biomechanics
- Adjustments
- Skeletal System
- Muscle System
Pranayama & Meditation
- Subtle Body
- Nadis
- Prana Vayus
- Pranayama Techniques
- Single Object Focused Meditation
- Guided Meditation
- Movement Meditation
- Intro to Vipassana Mediation
Workshops & Extra Activities Included
- Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Ceremony
- Conscious Connected Breathing Ceremony
- Sound Healing Session
- Buddhist Monk Meditation & blessings
- Ice Bath & Sauna - Contrast Therapy Workshop
- Advanced Asanas Workshops
- Food, Nutrition and Digestion of a Yogi
- Intro to Ayurveda
- Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga
- Free Time to Enjoy the Nearby Beach and Surf
Marketing & Development
- How to Start Teaching
- How to Get Hired in Studios and Retreats
- How to Start Your Own Business
- How to Continue to Grow and Expand as a Teacher
- Access to an Internship Program at Senses After Graduation
- Opportunity to Become a Senses Teacher
- Support one scolarship for a Sri Lankan student
MORE THAN A TRAINING - WE CARE ABOUT YOUR FUTURE
We are offering you something we wish we had ourselves!
Have you asked yourself what happens after you graduate from a teacher training course? In many cases, when a course is over, students have to start looking for a place to teach, often wondering how to do it, where to do it. It can be a daunting and confusing time for some people.
Senses is one of Sri Lanka most established Yoga school and spiritual center offering more than 40 classes, workshops, ceremonies and activities a week. Becoming a teacher at Senses means that you have a studio, teachers, friends and a community that supports you after your training.
After graduating, you will have the opportunity to access an exclusive mentorship program which will allow you to participate in classes to support and assist the teachers until you are ready to be on your own. You will be part of our teacher community spread all over the world which is supportive and encouraging and where you will receive on going mentorship for life.
You will also have access to a discounted price for the other trainings that we are running like sound healing or breathwork to further develop your skills and knowledge in other disciplines to grow your portfolio of offerings.
100% free call, no obligation, no marketing emails. Just a chat with one of your teacher to make sure this is the right training for you.
WHY DOING A YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN SRI LANKA?
Sri Lanka has it all. With its 1340km of gorgeous coastline with crystal clear water and fine sandy beaches, lush tropical forests, mountain ranges, exotic wildlife and a rich food culture there are very few places in the world that can beat the beauty of this country.
We are located in one of the most exclusive location of the South Coast; the Midigama Fruit Farm. A natural oasis home to over 40 different varieties of fruit trees and surrounded by nothing but nature.
There are no main roads or railway next to us which make our place incredibly quiet and without any traffic noise or pollution. Imagine overlooking at lush tropical greenery, walking barefoot on the fresh grass hearing nothing but the sounds of the birds chirping and preparing for a blissful morning meditation and an invigorating yoga practice to start the day. It is heaven.
Yet we are only 2km away from the best beach of the south. A quick and fun tuk tuk ride will take you to the bustling areas of Midigama, Weligama and Ahangama where you will find plenty of beaches, bars, restaurant and cafes to spend your time off or to give surfing a try.
MEET YOUR TEACHERS
The 200hr teacher training is taught by four of the Senses senior and lead teachers. We offer one of the the highest teacher to student ratio in Sri Lanka and not only our teachers are incredibily experienced, they also come from different background, lineages and strenghts which make this training so rich in content and skills that you will aquire for yourself and ready to teach to the world.
We believe that connecting with your teachers is a fundamental part before choosing to enroll in a training that is why we invite you to connect with our teachers directly through their social media.
FREYA - VINYASA & ANATOMY
Freya is a Yoga Teacher, nutritionist, masseuse and traveller from the UK who has been practicing yoga for over 10 years. Her passion for yoga, surfing and travel has taken her to over 7 countries to guide yoga practices, getting the opportunity to share yoga with people from all over the world and has earned her E-RYT500 status by training in India and Thailand. Expect to explore a variety of movement practices in Freya’s classes and to dive deeper in breath-body connection, finding out what your heart is craving. On this training she will be the lead vinyasa, anatomy, advanced asana teacher and nutritionist consultant.
Connect with Freya on instagram:
JONNY - VINYASA & ASANA
Jonny has been a dedicated yoga teacher for 10 years, sharing his experience at retreats, festivals, and trainings around the world. After healing his own body with yoga, and experiencing its powerful transformative effects on every aspect of his life, he knew he had to share these gifts with as many people as he could.He uses his extensive understanding of the body to support his students but believes curiosity, exploration, and personal discovery is more important than doing a posture perfectly. Beyond the physical, he excels at cultivating safe spaces for people to feel and express themselves.
On this training he will be the second lead teacher for Vinyasa, Anatomy, Advanced Asana and Philosophy
Connect with Jonny on instagram:
MARILENA - YIN & PHILOSOPHY
With over 800 hours of advanced yoga teacher training, Marilena is a Synergy Vinyasa and Yin Yoga teacher, Ayurveda Health Coach, and yoga philosophy educator who has taught internationally.
Her path into yoga was shaped by a childhood rooted in ballet. That early training still influences the way she teaches, bringing creativity, fluidity, and expression into every class.
Her Vinyasa classes blend dynamic movement with elements of Qi Gong and physiotherapy, creating a practice that is both energising and therapeutic. Alongside her love for movement, she is deeply passionate about Yin and Restorative Yoga. She believes that in a world that constantly asks us to do more, stillness is often the practice we need most. For her, some of yoga greatest lessons are found not in effort, but in learning to slow down and listen.
Drawing from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the non-dual traditions of Tantra, Marilena is passionate about making yoga philosophy practical and relevant for modern life. Her teachings help students apply these timeless principles to their way of living.
Originally from Germany, she has been living in Sri Lanka for the past four years with her husband and young daughter, continuing to deepen her practice.
GIANLUCA - YIN & PROGRAM DIRECTOR
The way Gianluca found Yoga is one of those interesting stories that shows how Yoga can change your life. While developing a passion for photography in the United States where he was offered to photograph professional Yoga teachers, he started getting curious about the practice and eventually became a Vinyasa and Yin yoga teacher in Bali in 2018. He is the co-founder of Senses, passionate about breathwork and dj-ing, he runs the Senses Breathwork Teacher Training and Ecstatic dances. In this training he will be covering Yin, Pranayama, Meditation and will be your to-go person from the on boarding process to everything that you may need on site.
TRAIN ALONGSIDE SOMEONE WHOSE LIFE WILL CHANGE BECAUSE YOU CAME
Every Senses 200hr Teacher Training includes one full scholarship for a Sri Lankan student. Same shala, same hours, same Yoga Alliance certificate at the end, fully gifted, no fee, no catch.
This is not a marketing program. It is the duty of being a yoga school on Sri Lankan soil and one we are honoured to fullfill. Giving back to the community is part of an ethical school.
When you join a Senses cohort, you are not just training to teach. You are part of a group that, by its very existence, is opening a door for someone who could hardly otherwise walk through it.
The teachers our scholarships have trained now hold their own classes across Sri Lanka. The ripple continues long after your three weeks here are done.
Graduate Stories from Our Yoga Teacher Training
Karlijn - Netherlands
Poorvika - Sri Lanka Scolarship Graduate
Vigga - Denmark
TEACHER TRAINING TUITION COST
EARLY BIRD (Available for the first 3 Sign Up of each training)
€ 2100.00
REGULAR PRICE (Maximum group size 14 people)
€ 2400.00
Includes: Training manual, all classes, lectures, workshops, all extra curriculum activities (sound healing, ecstatic dance, ice bath and sauna), access to Senses internship & mentoring program, Yoga Alliance 200hr certification, breakfast (6 x a week) and dinner (5 x a week) on training days with 1.5 days off (Saturday afternoon and Sundays are off days) .
Please note that accommodation and lunch is not included in the price, you can decide if you would like to stay and eat additional meals on site at the Midigama Fruit Farm or off-site. Please see below for our suggested options of where to stay.
Terms & Conditions: https://sensessrilanka.com/terms-and-conditions
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
To make this training more inclusive and accessible, breakfast and dinner for training days are included in the cost (vegan/vegetarian options with farm to plate concept from the Midigama Fruit Farm), while lunch and accommodation are not included. We made this choice to honour the diverse dietary needs, preferences, and financial situations of our students so you have the freedom to choose what works best for you. There is a restaurant and accommodation on site at the Midigama Fruit Farm if you wish to eat or stay on site or you can explore different options nearby. We are listing below several establishments that are located in Midigama.
MIDIGAMA FRUIT FARM
Senses is currently located on the Midigama Fruit Farm. If you wish to stay on site without the need of leaving the studio, the Midigama Fruit Farm offers Female only 6 beds dorms, Mixed 6 beds dorms and private rooms starting at €10/night . Please note that the Midigama Fruit Farm is an independent organization and Senses is not responsible about their operations. To check availability and book, please contact the Midigama Fruit Farm directly on whatsapp at +94706002141 or via email at [email protected]
OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS
If you prefer to stay off site, there is a range of guest houses, hostel and hotels to stay around Senses - some within walking distance or a short bicycle, motorbike or tuk-tuk ride away. You can find many private houses to rent for the period of your training (check Google Maps and contact the owner directly) or check out one of these recommended accommodations in the area:
Ecostay apartments (private serviced apartments, 5 min walking to Senses)
Drifter (Hostel vibes with dorms and privates, 15 min walking to Senses)
Surfing Wombats (Hostel vibes with dorms and privates, 15 min walking to Senses)
Lost Planet (Hostel vibes with dorms and privates)
Hot Tuna Surfers Rest (guest house, 20min walking to Senses)
The Stables (Hotel, 20min walking to Senses)
Lime & Co (Hotel, 20min walking to Senses)
NOT ONLY A CERTIFICATE
Senses is a fully accredited school by Yoga Alliance, which allows us to certify you to teach anywhere in the world. Upon completion of this course you will receive a RYT200HR certificate and can proceed to take additional courses and register with Yoga Alliance.
We wanted this training to be much more than a certificate. We have meticulously crafted this entire program to make sure that this will be an invaluable growth and evolutionary experience and that you will return to the world as the most energized and radiant version of yourself ready to share the gift of Yoga with everyone that will cross your path. You will meet new friends for life and you will be given all the tools to network and grow professionally that will allow many different paths to unfold in front of you.
DAILY SCHEDULE
The day at Senses starts with a soft slow morning, waking up to the sounds of the birds and with a stroll to our yoga shala going through exotic fruit trees and lush greenery while sipping on tea or coffee. The day is a mix of practices, workshops, study and break times perfectly balanced to make the training enjoyable yet dynamic. Here is how a sample day looks like:
| 07:00 - 09:00 | Morning Practice |
| 09:00 - 11:00 | Brunch and Free Time |
| 11:00 - 12:30 | Theory and Lectures |
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Asana Clinic |
| 14:00 - 16:00 | Break and Lunch |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Theory and Lectures / Self Study |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Evening Practice |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Sound Healing/Breathwork/Extras |
| 19:00 - 20:00 | Dinner |
This is a sample schedule that may slightly vary each day.
STILL NOT SURE?
Book a free discovery call with us! Is free and with no obligations. Just a chat to see if this is the right training for you and to answer any additional questions you might have
PRICING & PAYMENT
COURSE CONTENT
SRI LANKA & SENSES
FAQ
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IS THE INVESTMENT WORTH IT?
Considering our experience and the trainings that we have done ourselves, we believe to have developed one of the most comprehensive and value-for-money course available at the moment.
Not only the investment will return to you in no time after you start teaching but this will be a priceless experience of personal growth and transformation that you will remember for life.
I PAID THE DEPOSIT BUT I CANNOT JOIN THE TRAINING, CAN I USE THE DEPOSIT FOR A FUTURE TRAINING
Yes, that is possible. You can join the next training or any training withing 12 months of paying your deposit.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS
Yes, we can offer payment plans tailored for your own needs. Please reach out via email to discuss the options.
Course Content
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM A YOGA TEACHER TRAINING?
Anyone with a passion for Yoga and a desire to help others can benefit from a teacher training.
DO I NEED PRIOR EXPERIENCE TO ENROLL?
No, this fundational teacher training is suitable for all levels and anyone is welcome to join.
IS THIS TRAINING CERTIFIED?
Yes, we are an internationally recognized Yoga school by Yoga Alliance upholding the highest standards in the industry worldwide.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CERTIFICATION?
To receive the certification, participants must complete all 22 days of training and pass a final exam. In case of sick days we will allow you to recuperate the days.
HOW CAN I USE MY CERTIFICATION AFTER COMPLETING THE TRAINING?
With your 200hr certification, you can teach Yoga classes and workshops for individuals and groups, you can start organizing your own events, retreats or open your Yoga studio.
Sri Lanka & Senses
DO I NEED A VISA TO COME TO SRI LANKA?
Yes, a standard tourist visa is required to enter the country and join the training. The cost for a 30 days visa is USD 40 or if you are planning to stay longer you can also apply for a 60 days visa for USD 75 . For the most updated info and to apply please visit https://www.srilankaevisa.lk/
WHERE IS SENSES LOCATED
Senses is located in Midigama, inside the Midigama fruit farm. We are 2km away from the busy main road. Senses is a registered and licensed yoga school and retreat center making this the perfect venue for a Yoga teacher training.
WHAT KIND OF FOOD WE WILL BE EATING
Included in the training are breakfast (6 x a week) and dinner (5 x a week) on training days. All meals are vegetarian/vegan following a yogic diet.