200HR Sattva School of Dharma YTT — Modular Format
This training unfolds in three powerful modules. You can commit to the full 200 hours or progress step by step at your own pace.
Module 1: Kriya & Breath (Mandatory)
February 2–8, 2026
Awaken vital energy, refine your inner technology, and establish the foundation of your sadhana.
Module 2: Kriya & Mantra (Mandatory)
March 2–8, 2026
Explore the vibrational body through sacred sound, Nada Yoga, and advanced kriya practices.
Module 3: Kriya & Hatha (Optional)
April 6–10, 2026
Step into embodied practice with intelligent sequencing, energetic anatomy, and the power of hatha yoga.
How it works
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Modules 1 & 2 together form a complete immersion.
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Add Module 3 to complete your full 200-Hour Certification.
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Each module builds on the last, so Modules 2 and 3 require completion of the earlier modules.
Whether you aspire to teach or simply wish to deepen your journey, this training offers a clear path into the heart of yoga. Held in the Byron Bay region, it invites you to study in a landscape of wild beauty, stillness, and inspiration.
Meet Your Teachers
At the heart of the training are teachers who live the practices they share.
With decades of combined study under Anand Mehrotra and other masters, Ritika, Eran, and Dalia embody the disciplines of yoga, kriya, meditation, mantra, and Vedic wisdom in their daily lives.
Each brings their own depth and devotion, guiding students with integrity, compassion, and a holistic approach that honours both ancient tradition and modern life.
Ritika
Ritika has studied under Anand Mehrotra for over 15 years and is trained in Vedic astrology. Her daily practice of yoga, kriya, meditation, mantra, and ritual is lived with honesty and integrity. Devoted to serving others, she offers holistic guidance across all aspects of life, sharing practical tools from kriya yoga and Vedic wisdom to help others awaken their full potential.
Eran
Eran is a Vedic astrologer and long-time student of Anand Mehrotra, founder of Sattva Yoga. With over 20 years of study, he brings a disciplined practice of mantra, kriya, yoga, and meditation. His integrative approach blends Vedic astrology, yoga, meditation, and Kabbalah to offer clear, balanced guidance for personal, relational, and spiritual growth.
Dalia
Dalia is a Master Jyotishi, Sattva Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and Ayurvedic lifestyle practitioner. A devoted student of Anand Mehrotra in the Himalayas, she shares ancient wisdom with modern clarity and compassion. Through Yoga-Vedanta and the Vedic sciences, she guides others toward harmony, wellbeing, and alignment with nature.
Yoga Teacher Training (YTT 200) Program with Sattva School of Dharma
Certification
This training is a comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Alliance certified program, recognised internationally. On completion, graduates are eligible to register as RYT200 (Registered Yoga Teacher), opening the path to teach in studios, retreats, and wellness settings worldwide.
Beyond certification, the focus of this training is on cultivating a deeply embodied practice and the ability to guide others with authenticity, clarity, and confidence. Graduates leave not only with a professional qualification but also with the inner grounding to live and share yoga as a way of life.
Dates & Location
The 200-Hour Teacher Training takes place across three immersive modules at Sattva Sanctuary, Northern Rivers NSW.
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Module 1: Kriya and Breath — February 2–8, 2026
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Module 2: Kriya and Mantra — March 2–8, 2026
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Module 3: Kriya and Hatha — April 6–10, 2026
Each module combines daily practice, study, and community connection in the serene natural surrounds of the sanctuary.
Curriculum
The training blends traditional wisdom with practical application, giving you both depth and breadth in your study of yoga. Each module builds progressively, weaving together daily practices and philosophical study with teaching methodology and hands-on experience.
You will explore:
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Asana, Meditation & Kriya — embodied practices to strengthen, balance, and expand awareness
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Yogic Philosophy, Ethics & Dharma — timeless teachings brought into the context of modern life
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Teaching Methodology & Class Design — how to sequence, guide, and hold space with confidence
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Anatomy & Physiology — understanding the body to support safe, intelligent teaching
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Mantra, Pranayama & Meditation — powerful techniques to deepen inner connection and presence
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Community, Ritual & Satsang — learning and growing together in a supportive sangha.
What’s Included
Your training experience at Sattva Sanctuary is designed to fully support your learning, practice, and wellbeing.
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Tuition & Training Materials — comprehensive resources, manuals, and guidance throughout the course
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Eco-Cabin Accommodation — simple, comfortable cabins set in the natural surrounds of the sanctuary (shared or private options available)
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Nourishing Meals — daily plant-based vegetarian meals, prepared with care and inspired by Ayurvedic and wholefood traditions
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Immersive Environment — full access to the sanctuary grounds including the natural living pool, forest trails, and communal pavilion, creating the perfect backdrop for renewal and study.
Explore the depth of yogic philosophy, ethics, and dharma, and learn how these timeless teachings can be applied to modern life. This study nurtures clarity, purpose, and integrity both on and off the mat.
Wisdom & Philosophy
Immerse yourself in a rhythm of daily practice including asana, meditation, kriya, mantra, and pranayama. These foundations are woven together with ritual to cultivate presence, balance, and a deeply embodied understanding of yoga.
Daily Practice & Embodiment
Develop your skills in teaching methodology, class design, and guiding others with authenticity. Supported by a nurturing sangha, you’ll receive feedback, connection, and the experience of growing within community.
Teaching & Community
The Training Experience
At Sattva School of Dharma, we weave together ancient wisdom and modern practice to support body, mind, and spirit. You’ll study asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra, kriya, philosophy, and the art of teaching, all within a nurturing community and the beauty of nature.
Our approach emphasises embodiment over performance — yoga not just as postures, but as a way of living with clarity, integrity, and compassion. Whether your goal is to become a teacher or to deepen your personal practice, this training offers a life-changing foundation.
Our Yoga Teacher Training is more than a certification — it is a journey of transformation.
Rooted in Vedic and yogic traditions and guided by the principles of dharma, this training deepens your practice while equipping you to share yoga with authenticity and confidence.
