Authentic Yoga Teacher Training in India, Sri Lanka & Thailand
"Flexible yoga teachers are easy to find. A meditative, authentic one is much harder to find." That belief, from our founder Yogini Manisha (E-RYT 500), is why Diksha Yoga School teaches yoga as a complete practice and not only as postures. At our Yoga Alliance Registered School, you study Classical Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, and practical Teaching Methodology. Groups are kept small, so your teachers know your practice, guide you directly, and give you real experience of teaching. Train with us in Goa, Sri Lanka, or Thailand, and leave with a deeper understanding of yoga, a stronger personal practice, and the confidence to teach in your own authentic voice.
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Yoga Alliance HoursYoga Teacher Training in Goa, Sri Lanka & Thailand
Whether you want to deepen your practice, become a yoga teacher, or advance the skills you already have, there is a course for your stage. Every pathway combines traditional yoga education with practical teaching skills, small-group learning, and personal mentorship. 50 Hours — A short immersion to refresh your practice and explore traditional yoga. 100 Hours — A deeper immersion and a first experience of teacher training. 200 Hours — The foundation course for new teachers, leading to eligibility for RYT 200 registration. 300 Hours — Advanced training for teachers who have already completed 200 hours. 500 Hours — The complete pathway, combining the 200-hour and 300-hour trainings. Our courses run in Goa, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, and the courses on offer vary by location. Not sure which one is right for you? Tell us your experience, your goals, and where you'd like to train, and our admissions team will personally recommend a course.
Three Destinations, One Authentic Yoga Journey
From Goa, India to the tropical landscapes of Sri Lanka and Thailand, choose a destination where your teacher training becomes part of a deeper experience. Each location offers its own rhythm, culture and natural surroundings, giving you space to practice, learn, connect and reflect. Wherever you choose to train, the heart of our approach remains the same: traditional yoga education, experienced guidance, personal attention and a supportive international community. .
Traditional Yoga by the Arabian Sea
Traditional Yoga by the Arabian Sea Practice Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa Flow in Arambol, Goa, surrounded by palm trees, peaceful beaches and a vibrant international yoga community. Train in India while experiencing the traditional roots of yoga in a relaxed, inspiring environment.
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Yoga, Nature & Mindful Island Living
Yoga, Nature & Mindful Island Living Immerse yourself in a peaceful tropical setting where yoga, nature and mindful living come together. Practice Traditional Hatha Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Pranayama and Meditation in a serene island environment.
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Deep Practice in a Tropical Setting
Deep Practice in a Tropical Setting Combine dedicated yoga training with the natural beauty of a tropical island. Practice, meditate and learn alongside an international community while enjoying a peaceful environment that supports focus, reflection and personal growth.
Explore Yoga Teacher Training in ThailandMeet the Teacher Behind Diksha Yoga School
Yogini Manisha — Founder, E-RYT 500 & Yoga Teacher Educator
"Yoga is not about copying another teacher. It is about understanding yourself deeply enough to guide others with clarity, compassion, and integrity."
For more than 16 years, Yogini Manisha has devoted her life to teaching yoga and training teachers. First as Owner and Leading Director of Oceanic Yoga, and now as Founder of Diksha Yoga School, she has trained over 23,000 students from more than 80 countries.
Her teaching balances traditional yogic wisdom with practical, modern teaching skills. She brings together Classical Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Ashtanga foundations, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, Alignment, and Teaching Methodology, so students learn not only what to practise, but why they practise and how to guide others.
Every Diksha training follows her method: small groups, individual feedback, and direct mentorship. You leave with more than a certificate. You leave able to teach in your own authentic voice.
Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider · Graduate of Three 200-Hour & Two 300-Hour Trainings · Former Owner & Director, Oceanic Yoga
WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE DIKSHA YOGA SCHOOL
More Than a Yoga Teacher Training A Deeper Way to Learn.
Yoga Alliance USA Registered Yoga School
RYS
Internationally Recognised Certification
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Diksha Yoga School is registered with Yoga Alliance, the world's largest registry of yoga schools and teachers, at both the 200-hour and 300-hour levels ( RYS 200 & RYS 300 ). Our teacher training curriculum is built to meet Yoga Alliance's standards.
When you complete our 200-hour or 300-hour training, you receive a certificate that makes you eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), one of the most widely recognised yoga teaching credentials in the world.
A certificate is only the start. Our courses give you a solid theoretical foundation, real teaching practice, and the confidence to lead a class, whether you plan to teach in studios, work with private students, teach online, or start your own yoga business.
Your Journey, From First Day to Certificate
A yoga teacher training is more than a series of classes. From the day you arrive, meet your teachers and fellow students, and settle into your room, daily life falls away and yoga becomes your full focus.
Each day, you build your 200-hour yoga practice through asana, pranayama, and meditation, while studying the philosophy that gives yoga its depth. As the course goes on, you begin to teach — learning alignment and sequencing, leading practical sessions, and receiving personal correction and feedback in a small group.
Along the way, you form friendships with students from around the world and discover the culture and nature of your destination. You finish by celebrating how far you've come, and leave with your certificate, a deeper practice, and the confidence to share yoga with others through our 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa .
What's Included in Your Training?
Our residential trainings are designed so that you can give your full attention to yoga. Your course brings together a structured programme of daily classes and practice, a comfortable room at the training venue, and fresh sattvic vegetarian meals that support your practice.
You learn from experienced teachers trained in our founder's method, who give you individual feedback from your first class to your last. Real teaching practice builds your confidence step by step, a course manual supports your studies, and you receive your certificate on successful completion.
Accommodation, meals, airport transfers, excursions, and other inclusions vary by course, destination, and package. Please check the individual programme page for current details before booking.
Why Students Love Diksha Yoga School
Hear directly from our students around the world and discover why Diksha Yoga School is one of the highest-rated Yoga Teacher Training schools.
Why Students Around the World Choose Us
Read what our students share about their yoga teacher training, personal practice, teaching development, and overall experience with our school.
I’ve completed my 200 YTT With Yoga Manisha , Yogi Abhay, Vinod and can truly recommend it. Altough it was „only“ one month it will influence my path a lot. I have learnt so much, not only asanas but more important, about what yoga means and how it will positively impact my life. You can really tell that the Diksha Yoga crew loves what they do and the teachers are amazing...
"My 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Diksha Yoga School was a life-changing experience. The teachers were incredibly supportive, especially Yogini Manisha, who guided us with deep knowledge and compassion. I gained confidence in teaching yoga, improved my personal practice, and built a strong foundation in Anatomy , Philosophy, and alignment. The peaceful environment and structured learning made this journey truly unforgettable.”
My teacher training with Diksha Yoga was one of the best things In My Life. Amazing course, Amazing Experience in an amazing place. It was such a valuable journey in My Life. I went on and I have made a yoga family for life! I left, not wanting to leave, but feeling so amazing in myself and excited to teach and share the new skills I had gained from the course. If you have Yogini Manisha teaching on your course, you Are very lucky as she is the best.
Namaste Diksha Yoga Team, I miss all of you very much! I can't thank you enough for showing me my way to self realisation and leading me to the beautiful path of Yoga. I appreciate for all your time, effort and patience. I will carry all of you in my heart forever! I had the most amazing and most special time of my life with you guys! Big kiss and a special one for my sweetheart Yogini MANISHA "❤️ LOVE YOU All Yogini Manisha, Yogi Abhay, Vinod Vitkar! NAMASTE! "
Hi,I am Tanya, Me and my Friend We both Visited Diksha Yoga School For our yoga and Meditation lesson and We Had a Great Yoga class with Yoga Manisha today, And We Loved Meditation Too!She is an Amazing Yoga Teacher, thank you Manisha for sharing your talent and Beautiful Energy with us! Thank You Yoga Manisha For a Beautiful Experience.
My Name is Francesca, I Visited Diksha Yoga School For 200Hrs Yoga Teacher Training Course,I Had a very nice Experience with it, I’ve loved every single moment! The location is amazing , teachers are amazing, real “yoga” people ! Positive vibes and high energy vibration will surround you.... 😊❤️
I am delighted to have followed the yoga teacher training to Diksha yoga. A team of yogi and Yoginis are very professional, caring, hand on the heart and especially passionate...all this in a relaxed and happy atmosphere. The setting was very nice.Very good meal and nice staff. Beautiful meeting in the training. Thank you for this beautiful experience of life and transformation. Namaste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Yoga Journey Starts With the Right Training
Whether you are beginning your journey toward becoming a yoga teacher, deepening an established practice, or advancing your teaching skills, the right training can shape what comes next. At Diksha Yoga School, you will learn through traditional yoga education, experienced guidance, small-group training and practical teaching experience across Goa, Sri Lanka & Thailand . Not sure which course or destination is right for you? Our admissions team is here to understand your experience and goals, answer your questions and help you choose the training that fits your journey.
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