Mindful Sadhana

Discover authentic teaching from India, from the comfort of home!

A 100-hours certificate course geared for yoga teachers of any tradition and experienced students in Europe/UK and India, with Nirmala
Learn to deeply integrate philosophy, mindfulness, and creative self-reflection to discover a more authentic yoga practice and understand the more subtle effects on the body and mind.

The course is divided into three separate Modules. Each module is 36 hours, offered part-time over two weeks, with time in-between the modules for practice and integration. The schedule may be easily managed while working, teaching, or meeting family responsibilities

The course modules may be attended individually, however all three modules must be completed in full to obtain a certificate.

Module 1: Physical

  • Is my yoga practice working? Where am I in the practice?
  • How much should I push myself in the practice?
  • How to practice safely and avoid injury.
  • Tips for methodically working on complex, advanced asanas.

Dates: Feb 2 to 14, 2026
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Module 2: Energetic

  • What are the subtle and energetic benefits of the practices?
  • 3 Bodies: subtle anatomy, Chakras, prana
  • Raja Yoga, Meditation, Hatha Yoga, Pranayama
  • Sanskrit & Chanting (Shanti Mantras & Guru prayers)

Dates: Mar 9 to 21, 2026
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Module 3: Subtle

  • What motivates me? What are my fears? What do I really want?
  • Symbolism of the Hatha Yoga Practices
  • Karma & Reincarnation
  • Vedanta (topics from Viveka Chudamani, Sadhana Chatushtaya)

Dates: Apr 13 to 25, 2026
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