An International Yoga Certification
After completion of this course you can register as RYT 200 in yoga alliance.
This gives you the possibility to teach at an international level.
Śikṣaṇā
Teacher Training course 200 hours
The Heartfulness Wellness Yoga 200 hours to deepen your knowledge and practice of Yoga asanas in tune with Krishnamacharya style.
Trained in the Krishnamacharya’s style, Viji Vasu learnt directly from Shri TKV Desikachar, son and disciple of Shri Krishnamacharya. More importantly, Viji has been a practitioner of Heartfulness for 26 years and a Meditation trainer for the last seven years. This course will combine the Krishnamacharya approach to Yoga with Heartfulness practices to make for a unique program.
Viji Vasu has been a trainer of Yoga with a span of 35 years devoted to the art of Yoga instruction. Viji's distinctive approach lies in skillfully steering practitioners through the intricate asanas of Ashtanga Yoga, harmoniously integrating a holistic perspective that naturally guides towards a path of meditation. What truly distinguishes Viji's methodology is its personalized nature, finely attuned to the unique needs of each individual. This results in a practice that not only nurtures physical well-being but also attends to the distinct requirements of every participant with utmost consideration.
Deepen your understanding
Pre-requisites
This course is open to students who have genuine interest to help them-self and others.
Requirement:
Your 100% attendance
Fees:
80,000/- INR
970/- USD
Dates of upcoming batch:
4-Week Onsite:
March 3rd to 29th, 2025
Option to attend the first 2 weeks online
The Art of Yoga
Join her FREE course designed for everyone—whether you're a beginner, a seasoned yoga teacher, or someone simply curious about starting your yoga journey.
This course offers a thoughtfully curated set of practices that:
✨ Suit all age groups
✨ Complement any level of experience
✨ Blend wisdom from various schools of yoga
Rediscover balance, strength, and inner peace. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your life.
Start your journey today—absolutely free!
Join her FREE course designed for everyone—whether you're a beginner, a seasoned yoga teacher, or someone simply curious about starting your yoga journey.
This course offers a thoughtfully curated set of practices that:
✨ Suit all age groups
✨ Complement any level of experience
✨ Blend wisdom from various schools of yoga
Rediscover balance, strength, and inner peace. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your life.
Start your journey today—absolutely free!
Kanha Shanti Vanam
Retreat onsite location
Located on the outskirts of Hyderabad, Telangana, Kanha Shanti Vanam is the world headquarters of the Heartfulness Institute. The ashram is an ecological paradise, a place for spiritual retreat, where you can experience simple living in-tune with inner and outer nature. Kanha Shanti Vanam offers spiritual training along with interactive programs that promote overall wellness and opportunity to learn and contribute. In 2019, Kanha was awarded ‘The Pride of Telangana’, for inner wellness, by Round Table India & Times of India. The center also received the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Platinum award in 2019 for following world class environment friendly practices becoming the first meditation center in the world to achieve the feat.
ABOUT
Viji Vasu
BEd, MEd, Diploma in Yoga (KYM), CYT, E-RYT 500
Viji Vasu was teaching at a prestigeous school in Chennai, India for 14 years before completing her Diploma in Yoga from the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram (KYM) where she worked as a senior Yoga Therapist and Yoga Teacher for 13 years. Viji had the great honour of studying directly under Sri T.K.V. Desikachar during that time.
Viji Vasu and D.V. Sridhar went on to co-found Yoga Raksanam in 2002. In addition to delivering private Yoga Therapy and classical Yoga group classes, she taught in Yoga Raksanam's Yoga Teacher Training Diploma. She specialized in the art of Viñyāsa Krāma (sequencing) as well as analyzing classical postures versus their modification for therapeutic purposes. Viji is also very adept in her knowledge and practice of Meditation and the Bhagavad Gita.
Viji continues to teach her private students online, as well as for other programs around the globe
What our subscribers say
My yoga journey has been incredibly beautiful and truly a lifesaver. It has given me both mental and physical strength, and I look forward to continuing on this path. Thanks to Heartfulness Yoga for being a guiding force in my life.
Kanika
I highly recommend Heartfulness Yoga courses to anyone looking to deepen their spiritual journey while also advancing professionally. I have completed TTC 200, TTC 300, and Siksana 200, and my journey with Heartfulness Yoga continues to grow stronger every day.
Nahid
When one has a teacher like Viji ma'am, EVERY MOMENT IS A KEY TAKEAWAY. However, to be more specific, the key takeaways were - 1. Pranayama, 2. Chanting and understanding Yoga Sutras in so much depth, 3. Yoga Asanas theory and practice.
Himanshu Kalia
"Inhale, and God approaches you. Hold the inhalation, and God remains with you. Exhale, and you approach God. Hold the exhalation, and surrender to God."
By Sri T. Krishnamacharya
FAQ
What qualifications or prerequisites do I need to enroll in the course?
This course is open to students who have genuine interest to help themselves and others.
Is the course accredited and recognized by any governing body or association?
This Wellness Teacher Training Course is accredited by Yoga Alliance.
What teaching styles and methodologies will be covered during the training?
The course explores the teaching style of Tirumalai Krishnamacharya. He, often regarded as the 'Father of Modern Yoga,' was a renowned Indian yoga teacher and scholar. He played a pivotal role in reviving and popularizing the ancient practice of yoga and developed the Vinyasa style, influencing the way yoga is taught and practiced worldwide.
What topics are covered in the curriculum?
The curriculum includes foundational teachings in yoga, meditation, yoga sutras chanting, anatomy, physiology, philosophy, ethics, teaching methodology, and practical teaching experience. You will learn many variations of asanas and pranayama to adopt the practice to individual needs.
What is the duration and structure of the 200-hour Wellness Teacher Training Course?
4 Week on site training in Kanha Shanti Vanam. You have the option of attending the first 2 weeks of the training online.
Will I be reimbursed if I do not attend the course?
Once the fee is paid we will not be able to reimburse it. But, you have the possibility to attend the next batch of the same course without penalty.
What is the criterion for certification?
80% Attendance is mandatory. Apart from this there will be assignments and a small test at the end of the course
Are there any opportunities for practical teaching experience during the course?
This course includes opportunities for students to practice teaching under the guidance of Viji Vasu, providing valuable hands-on experience.
COMPANY NAME
HEARTFULNESS YOGA ACADEMY
ADDRESS
1st floor, Wellness Center, Kanha Village Kanha Shanti Vanam, Chegur, Telangana 509325