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100 Hour vs 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training : the quick answer
Choose a 100-hour yoga teacher training if you want to deepen your personal practice, explore yoga philosophy and experience the fundamentals of teaching in a shorter residential programme.
Choose a 200-hour yoga teacher training if your goal is to complete a full foundational teacher training programme and become eligible to apply for Yoga Alliance RYT 200 registration.
Both programmes offer different learning experiences depending on your time, goals and teaching ambitions.
| 100 hour YTT | 200 hour YTT | |
| Length | 11 days / 10 nights | 23 days / 22 nights |
| Best for | Deepening your practice, trying teaching | Becoming a certified yoga teacher |
| Certificate | 100-hour certificate of completion | Certificate of Successful Completion of the Registered 200-Hour Programme |
| Register with Yoga Alliance? | Not on its own. It counts toward 200 hours | Yes, as an RYT 200 |
| Price in Goa | €1,200–€1,400 | €1,800–€2,000 |
| Start dates | 5th and 16th of every month, Dec to May | 5th of every month, Dec to May |
| Group size | Maximum 10 students | Maximum 10 students |
| Included | Room, sattvic vegetarian meals, airport pickup | Room, sattvic vegetarian meals, airport pickup |
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Table of Contents
Is 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Enough to Become a Yoga Teacher?
A 100-hour yoga teacher training in Goa provides a foundation in yoga practice, philosophy, pranayama and basic teaching techniques. However, it is not equivalent to a complete 200-hour yoga teacher training qualification. If your goal is to pursue Yoga Alliance RYT 200 registration, you need to complete the required registered 200-hour programme. Learn more about how to register with Yoga Alliance.
Can You Join a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Without Experience?
Yes! Beginners can join a 200-hour yoga teacher training even without previous teaching experience. You should have an interest in yoga, a willingness to learn and dedication to daily practice. The programme gradually introduces asana, pranayama, meditation, anatomy and teaching methodology.
How Many Days Does It Take to Complete 100 vs 200 Hour YTT?
The duration depends on the school’s training schedule. At Diksha Yoga School, our 100-hour yoga teacher training takes 11 days (10 nights), while the 200-hour programme takes 23 days (22 nights). Both programmes include practical sessions, yoga philosophy and traditional learning experiences. You can check the latest yoga teacher training dates and fees before choosing your course.
What Should You Consider Before Choosing a Yoga Teacher Training?
Before choosing a yoga teacher training, consider the course curriculum, school registration, teachers’ experience, accommodation, food, fees and training duration. Also, check whether the programme matches your personal goals, whether you want to deepen your practice or pursue a professional teaching path. Explore the Diksha Yoga School course options to compare available training programmes.
Why Choose Diksha Yoga School for Yoga Teacher Training?
Diksha Yoga School combines traditional yogic wisdom with practical teaching methods in a supportive learning environment. With experienced teachers, small group learning, daily yoga practice and residential training options in Goa, Sri Lanka and Thailand, students can develop their knowledge, confidence and understanding of yoga.
Who should choose a 100 hour yoga teacher training?
A 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa suits you if you want a focused yoga immersion without committing to a full month.
- You have limited time. Eleven days fits into annual leave or a holiday.
- You want to deepen your own practice and understand yoga beyond postures. Explore our yoga teacher training courses to discover different training options.
- You’re curious about teaching but not sure yet whether it’s for you. Learn more about becoming a certified teacher through our 200 hour yoga teacher training in Goa.
- You’re a beginner who wants a structured, residential introduction to yoga.
- You want to split your 200 hours into two shorter blocks. Read about Yoga Alliance RYT 200 certification.
Explore the 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa →
Who should choose a 200 hour yoga teacher training?
A 200 hour yoga teacher training in Goa suits you if your goal is to teach yoga.
- You want to teach classes, at a studio, a retreat or online. Explore our yoga teacher training courses to find the right training pathway.
- You want to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200, the standard most studios ask for. Learn more about how to register with Yoga Alliance.
- You can take about three and a half weeks away from work and home.
- You want the full experience: a complete foundation in practice, philosophy, anatomy and teaching. Explore our 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa if you prefer to begin with a shorter course.
Explore the 200 hour yoga teacher training in Goa →
Still unsure? If you already know you want to teach, go straight for our 200 hour yoga teacher training in Goa. If you want to test the waters first, start with our 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa and continue later. Nothing you learn is wasted.
What’s the difference in what you learn?
Both our 100 hour yoga teacher training and 200 hour yoga teacher training teach the same traditional subjects with the same daily rhythm. The 200 hour course has more than twice the time, so you go deeper and teach much more. Explore all our Yoga Teacher Training courses at Diksha Yoga School.
| Subject | 100 hour YTT | 200 hour YTT |
| Asana: Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Ashtanga foundations | Foundations | Full practice and progressions |
| Pranayama and shatkarma | Core techniques | Wider range, practised daily for three weeks |
| Meditation and yoga philosophy | Foundational teachings | Deeper study and daily satsang |
| Anatomy and alignment | Introduction | Functional anatomy and safe modifications |
| Teaching methodology | Sequencing, cueing, class planning basics | Full class design for different students |
| Teaching practice | Guided teaching sessions with feedback | Student-led evening classes from week 2, with feedback |
| Assessment | Certificate of completion | Assessment and 200-hour certificate |
Every day in both courses follows the same traditional rhythm: Jal Neti and pranayama at sunrise, morning asana, philosophy, alignment, meditation, anatomy and teaching methodology, then evening Vinyasa Flow and satsang. For a full look at the shorter course, read What Can You Learn in Just 11 Days?. You can also explore our 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa for complete course details.
The certificate: what each one lets you do
This is the biggest difference between the two courses.
- 100 hour: you receive a 100-hour certificate of completion. Yoga Alliance registers teachers from 200 hours, so a 100 hour certificate alone doesn’t make you an RYT. It does count toward our 200 hour yoga teacher training in Goa.
- 200-hour: You complete the full 200-hour teacher training programme at our Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS 200). After successfully completing the programme, you can apply to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200, subject to its registration requirements.
Read I Finished My 200 Hour YTT, Now What? for how registration works.
100 hour vs 200 hour yoga teacher training cost
All prices are all-inclusive, covering training, accommodation and meals. The lower price is a shared room and the higher is a private room.
| Location | 100 hour (11 days) | 200 hour (23 days) |
| Goa, India | €1,200–€1,400 | €1,800–€2,000 |
| Galle, Sri Lanka | €1,000–€1,500 | €2,000–€3,200 |
| Koh Samui, Thailand | €1,400–€1,800 | €2,300–€2,700 |
Reserve your place with a 30% deposit. Book 2 months ahead to save up to €100 with our early-bird offer. See the full yoga teacher training cost breakdown or compare Goa vs Sri Lanka vs Thailand.
Next start dates
- 100 hour: 16 November, 5 December and 16 December 2026, then the 5th and 16th of every month until May 2027. See our November & December 100 hour batches in Goa.
- 200 hour: 5 December 2026 and 5 January 2027, then the 5th of every month until May 2027.
Groups are capped at 10 students. Check places on WhatsApp →
Start with 100 hours, finish with 200
You don’t have to choose one or the other today. Your 100 hours count toward our 200 hour yoga teacher training, so you can:
- Join a 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa and build your foundation in 11 days.
- Go home, practise and decide whether teaching is for you.
- Come back to complete the rest of your 200 hours and earn your Yoga Alliance RYT 200 qualification.
This is a good option if you can’t take a full month off, or if you’d like to experience our teaching before committing. Explore all Diksha Yoga School training programs to plan your next step.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 100 and 200 hour yoga teacher training?
A 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa lasts 11 days and gives you a strong foundation and a certificate of completion. A 200 hour yoga teacher training in Goa lasts 23 days, goes deeper into every subject and lets you register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200.
Can I teach yoga after a 100 hour course?
You’ll learn the basics of sequencing, cueing and leading a simple class. To teach professionally and register with Yoga Alliance, you need a 200 hour yoga teacher training certificate.
Is a 100 hour yoga teacher training worth it?
Yes, if your goal is to deepen your practice, try teaching, or start your 200 hours in a shorter block. If you already know you want to teach, a 200 hour course in Goa is better value.
Does 100 hours count toward 200 hours?
Yes. At Diksha Yoga School, your 100 hours count toward our 200 hour training.
Can beginners join a 200 hour yoga teacher training?
Yes. Both courses welcome beginners. You don’t need to be advanced or flexible, only sincere about learning. Explore our yoga teacher training programs to find the right starting point.
How long is each course?
100 hours takes 11 days (10 nights). 200 hours takes 23 days (22 nights). Sundays are rest days. See our 100 hour course details and 200 hour course details.
How much does each course cost?
In Goa, 100 hours costs €1,200–€1,400 and 200 hours costs €1,800–€2,000, including accommodation and meals. See our complete Yoga Teacher Training Cost Guide.
Which is better value?
Per hour, the 200 hour course costs less. In Goa, 200 hours from €1,800 costs €9 per training hour, compared with €12 per hour for 100 hours from €1,200. Compare both Goa yoga teacher training courses before booking.
Ready to choose your course?
Whether you start with 100 hours or go straight to 200 hours, you’ll train in a small group with traditional, authentic teaching at Diksha Yoga School in Goa, Sri Lanka or Thailand. Tell us your goal and travel month, and we’ll recommend the right course and batch. A 30% deposit holds your place.
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