200-hour vinyasa yoga teacher training in sri lanka

Everything you need for three weeks: Yoga Alliance certified tuition, all classes, workshops, lectures, and practice teaching sessions. Lake-view accommodation with private bathrooms and AC. Three chef-prepared vegan meals a day plus unlimited fruit, herbal tea, and filtered water. A printed and digital 200-page training manual, instant lifetime access to ‘A New Yoga’ (Stefan’s online foundations course, valued at €150), a private graduate support group, and your RYT 200 certificate on completion.

Fly into Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo (CMB). From there it’s about a 2.5-hour drive south along the coast. We organise airport transfers — a car costs €85, and students arriving at similar times often share the ride to split the cost. We’ll connect you with others via the course WhatsApp group before arrival.

Sri Lanka recently introduced visa-free entry for citizens of 40 countries including Australia, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the UK, the Czech Republic, the US, Canada, and France. You’ll need to apply for a free Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) online before departure — it’s straightforward and typically processed within a couple of days. Your passport needs to be valid for at least six months from your arrival date.

All food at Lanka Yoga is vegan — prepared fresh daily by our kitchen team using Sri Lankan spices and locally sourced ingredients, much of it from our own garden. It’s a fusion of traditional Sri Lankan and Western dishes. We also cater for gluten-free and other dietary needs. Expect to eat very well.

Yes. Sri Lanka is widely considered one of the safest countries in Asia for travellers. The vast majority of our students come alone — and most are women. The south coast is welcoming, easy to navigate, and has a well-established community of cafes, surf schools, and guesthouses. Once you’re at Lanka Yoga, you’re in a quiet lakeside village five minutes from the beach.

Sri Lanka offers the depth without the tourist saturation. The south coast is compact and easy to get around, the cost of living is low, and you get genuine culture, stunning nature, and world-class surf on your doorstep. Unlike Bali, it’s not overrun with yoga schools competing for attention. Unlike India, it’s gentle on the stomach and straightforward to navigate. It’s also one of the safest countries in the region, which matters when you’re travelling solo for three weeks. We wrote a full breakdown here: 10 Real-World Reasons to Do Your YTT in Sri Lanka.

You’re not on your own. Every cohort has a private WhatsApp group that stays active after the course. All graduates join a Facebook community where we share opportunities, updates, and support. We also send regular emails with job offers and industry news. Stefan and the team stay genuinely involved — many graduates come back for advanced trainings or to assist on future courses.

Absolutely. Many students join to deepen their personal practice rather than to teach professionally. The training gives you a thorough understanding of movement, anatomy, breathwork, and philosophy — all of which enrich your own practice regardless of whether you ever lead a class. You’ll still leave with a Yoga Alliance RYT 200 certification should you change your mind later. If you’re still weighing up your options, this might help: Choosing the Right 200-Hour YTT in Sri Lanka.

We don’t currently offer instalment plans. Booking requires a €400 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot, with the balance due before the course starts. The deposit is transferable to a different cohort if your plans change.