When I first stepped out from the Taxi in Arambol, the salty sea breeze and rustling palm fronds felt like a warm welcome. I had signed up for an 11-days 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa at DivinePath’s Yoga school, excited and a bit nervous about what lay ahead. The school felt like a hidden sanctuary – colorful thatched cottages around a quiet courtyard and a swimming pool in between them. I remember breathing in deeply under a coconut tree and thinking, “This is exactly what I needed.” As I settled into my wooden cabin that first evening, I felt all my worries begin to wash away. By day one, as I unrolled my mat, I felt this 100 hour yoga teacher training in Goa was truly special.
“Arriving in Goa, I instantly felt the calm energy. The school felt less like a campus and more like a peaceful retreat. I had no idea an affordable TTC could feel this rich.”
As the sun rose each morning, I practiced meditation on YogaShala, surrounded by tropical plants. DivinePath often says that Goa “offers the perfect balance of nature, culture, and community,” even calling it “one of the best places in India to begin your yoga journey and they are right. Every day, I heard waves crashing in the distance while a gentle sea breeze kept me cool. After class I’d stroll to the beach just a few minutes away, feeling sand between my toes. Nights were peaceful and full of soft chants or kirtan under the stars. Goa’s warm, relaxed atmosphere made learning yoga effortless. It often felt like a moving meditation
“For me, yoga in Goa was different than anywhere else. The beaches, the breeze, the sunsets—it made learning yoga feel like a moving meditation.”
In this relaxed atmosphere, learning became effortless. That’s the beauty of a budget yoga TTC in Goa—you get a beginner’s yoga course in a world-class location, without the heavy costs.
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Back at the school, my home was a cozy wooden cottage (complete with a AC and Table chair for study) tucked under palm trees. DivinePath even calls this program “one of the most affordable yoga teacher training courses in Goa” and it truly is. In fact, a shared AC room costs just USD 299 for the full course, while a private cottage is USD 599.
Here’s the breakdown for 100 hour yoga TTC Fees in Goa at DivinePath :
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These prices include everything: your lodging, three sattvic (pure vegetarian) meals each day, daily classes, and all course materials. Every meal was freshly cooked – thick dal, veggies, and rice – and sitting down to eat together under twinkling lights felt like a family dinner. With no alcohol or smoking allowed, I had just one job: to nourish my body and focus on the practice. For a budget traveler or a teen looking for an 11 days yoga TTC in Goa experience, this program truly delivers big value at a low cost.
“I was backpacking across India and worried about money. At USD 299, this was the best investment I made. The food and community made me feel like I was at home.”
Our days followed a gentle rhythm. At dawn we gathered for pranayama and meditation, often with the sound of distant waves in our ears. Then came a flowing yoga class – sometimes Vinyasa or even Ashtanga – to wake up the body. After that, we ate a hearty vegetarian brunch together under the palm leaves. In the afternoons we switched gears to theory and technique: one day I was learning about anatomy or alignment, however I didn’t expect to enjoy anatomy class so much, but it surprised me. The next I was chanting a mantra or studying yoga philosophy. The school’s curriculum promised we’d “practice Hatha, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga Yoga while also learning the basics of yoga philosophy, anatomy, breathing techniques, meditation, and mantra chanting”, and they delivered. By sunset there was often a gentle Hatha session or even a kirtan (devotional song). It truly felt like “living and learning yoga every day in a peaceful setting by the beaches of Goa”. My body was tired in all the right ways, and my mind was quiet with satisfaction each night.
“I was nervous that I’d be behind as a beginner, but the teachers made everything approachable. By the end, I felt stronger, calmer, and more confident.”
👉 This Routine makes it easy for beginners to balance study, practice, and rest. It ensures that even first-time students can learn at a comfortable pace while experiencing the depth of yoga.
By the end of 11 days, many of us felt hungry for more. DivinePath explains that this 100 hour YTT course is essentially the first half of their full 200 hour YTT course in Goa. I met students who were staying on to finish the second half and earn the Yoga Alliance certificate. Their website clearly said that that this 100 hour course is not Yoga Alliance certified—it’s a foundation for beginners and if you return to complete the second 100 hours, “once you complete both parts, you will receive the 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Certificate, which allows you to teach yoga anywhere in the world”. In other words, this course gives you the flexibility to start small and upgrade later when you’re ready. For comparison, the 200-hour course (23 days) starts around USD 699 for a shared AC room or USD 999 for a private cottage – more expensive, yes, but still reasonable for a full Yoga Alliance certification. Some students even finish the 100-hour ytt and immediately join in the 200-hour yoga ttc course to advance the knoledge and register to yoga alliance.
👉 Important to note (summary):
“I started with the 100 hour YTT course because I wasn’t sure about completing the full month. After finishing, I was sure and immediately joined for the 200 hour YTT course. It felt like the natural next step”
We also offer 100 Hour YTT in Bali and 100 Hour YTT in Rishikesh for students exploring other locations.
Still unsure which course is right for you? Read our beginner’s guide to choosing the 100-Hour YTT in Goa .
The first time I folded into Savasana at DivinePath, I realized how much a beginner-friendly TTC Goa can transform you. It’s okay that the 100 hour yoga TTC in Goa isn’t Yoga Alliance certified on its own – it’s a pure and simple step onto the path of yoga. DivinePath’s team has created a loving, supportive space for new yogis, complete with satvik meals, palm-tree breezes, and caring teachers.
If your heart is ready. Check out the 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa page for more details, or explore the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa if you feel called to go deeper. Whenever you decide to arrive, DivinePath’s mats and palms will be waiting to welcome you on this beautiful, soulful journey.
Sources: Program details are from DivinePath Yoga School’s Goa 100-hour and 200-hour course pages.
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Written by Naveen Ji, senior yoga instructor at DivinePath, RYT-500 with over 7 years of teaching experience in Goa and Rishikesh.
The 100 hour YTT in Goa is a beginner foundation and not Yoga Alliance certified by itself. If you later complete the remaining 100 hours (the second half), you can receive the 200 Hour Yoga Alliance certification and register to teach.
Shared AC Room – USD 299; Private AC Room – USD 399; Shared Cottage – USD 499; Private Cottage – USD 599. All options include accommodation, three Satvik vegetarian meals daily, all classes and course materials, an excursion, and a certificate of completion.
Yes. The course is designed for beginners and returning practitioners who want a strong base in Hatha, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga, plus pranayama, meditation, anatomy, alignment, and yoga philosophy.
Dawn: pranayama and meditation; Morning: Vinyasa, Ashtanga, or Hatha class; Midday: Satvik meal; Afternoon: anatomy, alignment, mantra, or philosophy; Sunset: gentle yoga or kirtan. This structure makes it easy for beginners to balance study, practice, and rest.
You will stay in a private or shared AC room or cottage near the YogaShala. Meals are Satvik (mostly plant-based), seasonal, and lightly spiced—ideal for focused practice and recovery.
Yes. Many students start with 100 hours and later complete the second 100 hours to receive the 200 Hour Yoga Alliance certification. Compare dates and fees on the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa page.
Batches typically run every month (5th–15th). Peak season (Nov–Mar) has great weather and high demand; shoulder season (Sep–Oct, Apr) is quieter and budget-friendly.
Classes are led by experienced DivinePath teachers (RYT-200/500) specializing in Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha, alignment, pranayama, and meditation.
