POLEM BEACH | GOA, INDIA
200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training.
APRIL, 8-18TH, 2026
An Immersive + Inspiring 200-HR Yoga Teacher Training That blends tradition with Modern Creativity.
M e r a k i;
to do something with love, creativity + soul
Are you ready to take your yoga practice to the next level and step into your role as an authentic, confident teacher?
Meraki Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) is a transformational journey designed for those who want to teach with heart, creativity, and confidence—while staying true to themselves.
Rooted in tradition yet designed for the modern yogi, this Yoga Alliance Certified training blends intelligent sequencing, philosophy, playfulness, and soulful movement.
Empowering you to lead inspiring classes that flow effortlessly and feel deeply meaningful.
CERTIFICATION: 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training. | COURSE TYPE: Hybrid: Edinburgh + India
Meraki Yoga Academy
Empowering teachers to guide from the heart, embody freedom through movement, and cultivate authentic, soulful connections.
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This hybrid training gives you the best of both worlds— exploration + practice in a supportive local setting + immersive integration in a tropical paradise.
What to expect
A Hybrid Format
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Exploration + Practice
📍Where: Edinburgh (non-residential) | When: 8am - 6pm
Your hybrid YTT begins in a fully supported local setting. The Exploration will include an extensive + in depth study over 4 weekends. There will also be an online anatomy element that you can access + complete at your own pace.
Sat 24 + Sun 25 Jan 2026
Sat 7 + Sun 8 Feb 2026
Sat 7 + Sun 8 Mar 2026
Sat 28 + Sun 29 Mar 2026
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Integration + Immersion
📍 Where: Goa, India | When: 8-19 April, 2026
An immersion in a tropical paradise at Bamboo Retreat Centre (Goa, India). This gives you the opportunity to step away from every day life + integrate your learning. You can expect daily asana, pranayama + meditation practice in open-air shalas overlooking the ocean. Afternoons spent with hands-on anatomy labs, teaching methodology + philosophy chats.
There will be a closing ceremony where you will receive + celebrate your certification with your YTT family.
All of our trainings are Yoga Alliance Certified, and contain educational content across 4 training categories of: Techniques Training + Practice, Yoga Humanities, Anatomy + Physiology, and Professional Essential.
Each day will differ slightly covering the full 200Hr YTT Curriculum. There will be a rest day on Day 6 and a group excursion to explore the culture.
What we’ll cover
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Asana Practice - Meditation -Practice - Breathwork Practice - Posture Labs + Breakdown - Alignment, Modifications + Contraditons
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Overview noteworthy text - Intro to Sanskrit Studies - Key Dates + Overview Yoga History - Self-reflection + Study - Yoga Philosophy - Yoga Ethics
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Hands-on + Experential Anatomy - Biomechanics of the body: muscular, skeletal - Anatomical Terms relevant to a movement practice
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Teaching Methodology - Holding the energetics of space - Finding your voice as a teacher - Intro to Hands-On Adjustments - General professionalism - Intro to marketing yourself
Join us for an unforgettable training at the world-renowned Bamboo Yoga Retreat in Polem, South Goa. Considered one of the most beautiful spaces to practice yoga in Goa. Three open air, fully equipped yoga shalas have soul feeding views over Polem beach + out to sea.
Our Temple
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The Location: Eco-Luxury Beachfront Cabanas
A selection of beachfront huts + cabanas, perfectly located just steps from the beach, with beautiful + natural views overlooking the ocean + surrounding countryside. All accommodation features large well furnished bedrooms with roomy open-roofed ensuite bathrooms, A/C and ceiling fans, and spacious comfortable balconies with hammocks and seating to relax on.
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The Food: Nourishing, Vibrant & Delicious
Meals, like every part of your experience, is all about flexibility and balance. All meals are wholesome and nutritious, cooked with love and without compromising on flavour.
You can expect; smoothies before practice, brunch + evening meals all served in the beachfront restaurant. (Vegan or Vegetarian).
Meraki Yoga Academy
A HYBRID 200H YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
IN VINYASA YOGA
Check In April 8th from 2pm - Check Out April 18th at 11am
Meraki Yoga Teacher Training is not just about learning to teach yoga—it’s about discovering your unique voice, embracing creativity + inspiring transformation in yourself and others.
What you’ll get from this training
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUMN
Gain expertise in asana, pranayama, philosophy + teaching methodology, with a curriculum that is rooted in tradition + designed for today. Gain the confidence to guide students with authenticity + ease.
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
An intimate + supportive environment that will allow you to make deep connections + meaningful friendships with your YTT family. A place for authenticity + heart-centred learning.
IMMERSIVE ENVIRONMENT
This hybrid training gives you the best of both worlds— exploration + practice in a supportive local setting + immersion + integration in a tropical paradise.
Choosing
Meraki Yoga Academy
FOR YOUR 200H YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
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At Meraki Yoga Teacher Training, we believe in benefits of an intimate + supportive learning space. With a maximum of 16 students, we ensure a supportive, close-knit environment where your growth is our priority.
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You will be guided by experienced teachers, providing ongoing mentorship + 1:1 guidance, creating a space where your questions are always welcome, and learning feels personal. Whether you need extra support in sequencing, philosophy, or confidence-building, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
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Immerse yourself in an inspired + empowering approach to teaching Vinyasa Yoga in a way that is both rooted in history + meaningful in modern context. This foundational training begins at the roots of yoga + unfolds in an intelligent progression.
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Yoga is an evolving practice, and so is your teaching. Through creative movement, experimentation, and self-inquiry, you’ll discover your own teaching style + learn how to structure classes that feel fluid, natural, and adaptable. Our training empowers you to teach with confidence + ease, crafting sequences that are intelligent yet intuitive, structured yet free-flowing—so you can guide your students in a way that feels both empowering + effortless.
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This training is Yoga Alliance Certified, led by Senior Teacher Tanita Lessing. By the end of this training, you won’t just be a yoga teacher—you’ll be a confident, creative leader, ready to inspire transformation in yourself and others.
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Your journey doesn't end with the training. Benefit from ongoing support, resources, and opportunities to continue your growth as a certified yoga instructor within our community. You will have the chance to join our assistant teacher programme + also our list of substitute teachers.
Discover Your Voice • Teach With Soul • Move With Freedom
This training is more than just learning to teach; it’s about finding your own voice and creating classes that feel authentic, intuitive, and transformative
Rooms
+ APPLICATION
STEP ONE: SELECT ROOM
Select the room of your choice. Pay £50 holding fee to hold your space for 48hours while you submit your application.
STEP TWO: SUBMIT APPLICATION
Complete the YTT Application Form. There are no right or wrong answers! Share your intentions + background with yoga to date.
STEP THREE: DEPOSIT PAYMENT
Once you've submitted your application, you'll be sent an invoice to pay the remaining £250 deposit to secure your space on the training.
STEP FOUR: YOU’RE IN!
You're in! If you have selected a payment plan on your application, you will need to send confirmation of your newly set up direct debit.
Hello, it’s nice to meet you!
I’M TANITA - EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL YOGA TEACHER + FOUNDER OF MERAKI YOGA ACADEMY. WITH OVER 10 YEARS OF TEACHING + LEARNING EXPERIENCE; I CANNOT WAIT TO SHARE THIS JOURNEY WITH YOU.
I am deeply grateful for every human I cross paths with, sharing the transformative power that yoga can bring.
Freedom through movement is my philosophy, each classes is a space for creative expression, playful exploration + meaningful connection.
Empowering teachers to guide from the heart, embody freedom through movement, and cultivate authentic, soulful connections. Meraki YTT is not just about learning to teach yoga—it’s about discovering your unique voice, embracing creativity, and inspiring transformation in yourself and others.
Are you ready to take your yoga practice to the next level and step into your role as an authentic, confident teacher?
Training FAQ’s
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Yes it is. The training is certified by Yoga Alliance so should you wish to register with YA as an RYT 200 (registered 200hr yoga teacher) with them after the course has finished, you can!
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It’s important to choose a YTT that resonates with you! I’d love to hop on a call so that we can have a chat + get down to the nitty gritty. This will give you a chance to ask any questions + see if this training aligns with where you are now. Schedule a call here.
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Absolutely! This training is about more than just the physical practice of yoga. It is about having an open mind + a willingness to learn as you develop your personal practice & dive deeper into an extensive curriculum.
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I hear you, it's a big investment! That's why I offer a £500 OFF early bird discount and 10 month payment plan to help spread the cost so you don't have to pay a large chunk all at once. You can secure your space today with just your deposit. Yay! Sign Me Up.
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Bamboo Yoga Retreat is situated in Polem, South Goa - Nearest airports:
Dabolim airport (GOI) approx 90 mins
Mopa airport (GOX) approx 150 mins.
Direct international charter flights from the UK arrive into Mopa airport (GOX). Goa’s airports can also be reached by international scheduled flights via Delhi and Mumbai (Air India, Emirates, Oman Air, Qatar Airways).
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Yes - will be required to obtain an Indian tourist e-visa (or a paper visa) in advance of travelling to India. These are available via an online application process - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
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Absolutely - Bamboo Retreat Centre will arrange airport transfer at an extra fee. We will also try and coincide travel plans to reduce costs.
Transfer fee:
Taxi fees from Dabolim airport subject to change. (Mopa airport fees will differ)
Normal size car - 86 € two-way transfer.
Large car - 110 € two-way transfer.
Still have a question? Feel free to get in touch with Tanita & schedule a call: tanitalessingyoga@gmail.com