Yoga Teacher Training - 21-days (YYTT RYS-200)
Ananda Madhumaya, Xochicalco, Mexico / 20 Sep - 11 Oct 2025
[ Airport (MEX) pickup option ]
“Flowers from different gardens will come together in a bouquet that will be more, not less, beautiful than the individual flowers.”
– Shrii Shrii Anandamurti
In a beautiful location, we are offering you a comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training that focuses on methodical approaches to learn postures and also teach to any level of students. Not only, but there will also be a great emphasis on imparting authentic philosophical and lifestyle-related teachings of tantra, as transformational tools for spiritual awakening and betterment of the human society. In short, you will make the best use of the fantastic yogi, teacher, and educator that lies within yourself. Are you ready?
This program is specially designed for:
The AMYTT program is based on a predominantly Hatha Yoga practice, more or less gentle and both focused on movement, mind-body connection and spirituality movement, and meditation. We do not focus on Vinyasa or flow yoga, although its principles will be discussed. The syllabus includes at least one Yin Yoga and one Vinyasa Yoga class.
This program, you will help you to:
• Deepen your personal yoga and meditation practice
• Immerse yourself in an authentic yogic lifestyle
• Learn how to teach a professional yoga class safely and effectively
• Enjoy the support of a vibrant spiritual community
• Understand the philosophical foundation that supports a yoga practice
• Further your own physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth and well-being.
Graduates of Ananda Marga Yoga Teacher Training (AMYTT) receive internationally recognized certification. AMYTT is certified by Yoga Alliance for the 200-hour standard for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS). School name found in yogaalliance.org: Ananda Marga Yoga Certification Training.
At the end of the training, given you have satisfied the requirements of participation, you will receive a certification of completion of the course that will make you eligible to Yoga Alliance certification, attainable only after handing out the homework you are assigned after the course. There will be a deadline for the completion of the assignments, after whose expiration, your eligibility to register on Yoga Alliance will be revoked.
• Yoga postures technique
• Preparatory poses, variations and modifications
• Methodical approaches to create the most inspiring and reliable teacher you can become
• Techniques to assist students to practice safely and effectively
• Practical, applied anatomy and biomechanics
• The 8-limbed path of Astaunga Yoga, including spiritual ethics, breath control and meditation techniques
• Relaxation techniques
• Subtle anatomy and models of mind (chakras, koshas and prana)
• Tantra history, philosophy and cosmology, including the philosophy of embodiment
• Daily chanting and meditation as part of the program
• Self-massage
(possibly subject to change):
6.15 Wakeup
6.45 Chanting and meditation
7.30 Spiritual talk and sharing
7.45 Asana (yoga postures) class
9.00 Breakfast
10.00 Morning class
12.30 Meditation
13.00 Lunch and free time
15.00 Afternoon class
17.30 Free time
18.00 Chanting and meditation
18.45 Spiritual talk and sharing
19.00 Dinner
20.00 Evening class
21.30 Good night!
“I am transformed by the program. I am filled with the strength, knowledge, and courage to teach yoga to others. The love and caring in the group was exemplary.”
“It was what I needed to get back on the spiritual path. I now believe I can teach yoga. The program helped me become more relaxed in front of groups. I know myself a lot better and am clearer about my goals and priorities.”
“I got much support from the friends I made, and the teachers. This is an extraordinary group of people who are very open, supportive and willing to share their love and support with fellow pilgrims. You have designed a great program that will continue to be an amazing experience.”
“The trainers were very attentive and supportive. They were fantastic at training our emotions and techniques at the same time. I loved all of the workshops. I felt soaked in knowledge and understanding.”
“I felt like a different person after listening to and learning from everything that was taught. Not only did I gain the knowledge I needed, but I was able to take a step back and look within myself.”
* Bedding is included for the private rooms.
* Bedding will be changed weekly or on request. 3 changes are included.
Ananda Madhumaya is an Ashram – a place to focus on spiritual development, where monks and aspiring monks live. So we kindly request everyone to wear modest clothing. For men, this means no short shorts above the knees, and not walking around without a shirt. For women, this means no short shorts or skirts above the knees, no low cut blouses. Loose fitting yoga pants and T-shirts/shirts with sleeves are preferred rather than the tight-fitting yoga pants which are common these days.
If you feel it and it is possible for you, also consider offering this program as a gift to a person who needs it. Doing good for someone we love is a great way to elevate consciousness and bring wellness to our own being.
Ananda Madhumaya is a beautiful retreat center and future Master Unit of Ananda Marga.
The project started in 2014 with a small piece of land that had a big hall (ceramic workshop) and a house on top. It had been abandoned for several years. Since then, we have worked on renovations, the acquisition of nearby properties, construction and landscaping to create a beautiful environment.
Even when it is still a work in progress, Ananda Madhumaya serves already as a place with a vibrant community that endeavor to be self sufficient as much as possible and provides inspiration to members of Ananda Marga as well as the local community. Service programs are also an integral part of this vision.
Within the facilities we have an outdoor dining room, equipped kitchen, campfire area, meditation / yoga room, laundry center and parking for 8 vehicles. We also have WiFi available throughout the campus.
What is included
Not included or optional (additional fee)
Life at Ananda Madhumaya is both peaceful and dynamic. There is always something to do when it comes to cooking, cleaning, gardening and upgrading the center.
Dada Krpasundarananda is at the forefront of interior and exterior space design, remodeling, construction and maintenance projects. Ambika, on the other hand, directs all efforts regarding the kitchen and food supply. The food is prepared with all the love and care, as well as being made as much as possible with local ingredients.
Finally and most importantly, spiritual practice according to our philosophy, unites us and accompanies us at every moment of the day.
For any questions regarding the program, finances or other, please do not hesitate to contact us.
73 73 74 3122 (you can ask for Dada Krpa)
55 46 700 800 (add +52 from ourside Mexico)
This number is also for Whatsapp and Telegram
anandamargamx@gmail.com
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Arrival & Departure
You are welcome to arrive a day earlier and or depart a day later if that works better with your flights. The suggested contribution per night, excluding food is $25. Beside the regular routine there are no programs. It would be great if you can see how to help with the preparations for the event or the clean up after.
By Flight:
Fly to Mexico City (MEX*) and take the regular Airport bus to Cuernavaca Casino. There is a bus terminal in the airport itself. From Cuernavaca there are many buses going to Xochicalco. Just ask which one goes via the autopista (toll road), the other route is very slow. Get down at the Oxxo (convienience store like 7/11) in Xochicalco and walk as per the instructions below. Below you can also find more details on how to get to us from Cuernavaca.
* The airport code to look for is MEX (Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez), there is a second (new) airport with the code NLU (Felipe Ángeles International Airport), unless you know what you are doing, do not fly to this one. There are hardly any transportation options beside taxis at 2-3 times the ordinary fare. You'd spend around US$75 to get to the bus station from where you can get a bus to our place.
By Car: (In case you have one or rent one)
Get on the autopista/toll road from Mexico City to Acapulco. About 25Km after Cuernavaca there is an exit to Alpuyeca, cross this town following the signs to Xochicalco (direction Miacatlan) Once in Xochicalco turn right at the Oxxo taking the main road towards the pyramids. After about 250m there is a health center on the left. Just after that turn left on the unpaved road and go down for 150 meters. You'll see our center and the welcome banner for the retreat. There is also a Ananda Marga sign on the main road.
Google maps will get you there by entering "Ananda Madhumaya Retreat Center, Xochicalco, Morelos" in the search bar.
By Bus from Taxquena CDMX:
1) There are hourly busses (Pullman de Morelos) that passes Xochicalco. When booking your ticket you may have to ask for El Rodeo or Miacatlan (Morelos) as they may not know Xochicalco, but the bus will stop at the Oxxo in Xochicalco if you ask the driver. It's 5 min walk from there and the instructions are above.
2) There are also many busses that stop at the caseta (toll place) at Alpuyeca. From the caseta you can take a taxi (if available) otherwise there are combies to Alpuyeca itself (takes 5 minutes) and there you can change to one to Xochicalco (takes 10 minutes) If they go to Xochicalco itself ask them to stop at the health center, if not get off at the Oxxo. You can also give us a call.
3) Take a bus to Cuernavaca (Casino or Central) and follow the instructions below.
By Bus from Cuernavaca:
From either near the terminal Casino or Central there are many buses that would stop in Xochicalco. Again you may have to ask for El Rodeo or Miacatlan. Xochicalco is just before El Rodeo and the bus can drop you at the Oxxo. Just make sure that the bus you take takes the autopista (Mibus and others) and not the libre (Lasser Bus) as that takes one hour more.
By Bus from other towns:
Best to get to either Cuernavaca or CDMX and then follow the instructions for those towns already mentioned above.
I trust one of those options will get you here easily. If really needed I can pick you up at the caseta, especially in case it's already late. Do let me know in advance your arrival time so we can plan and you don't have to wait too long.
Arriving early on the arrival day
Most of the time you will be welcome to arrive any time, we just can't guarantee that your room will be ready. The registration will normally open 2-3 hours before the program commences. See if you can help out with the preparations or you could go and explore Xochicalco 🙂
Departing late on the departure day
This will also not be a problem but you may have to leave your room so we can clean up. If you would join an other meal let us know. Naturally see if you can help.
Extra days:
If anyone wants to arrive earlier and or depart later than the official dates, you are most welcome. It will need to let us know in advance so we can make sure we can accommodate you and have enough food 🙂 Naturally a contribution for the extra days and meals will be much appreciated. We suggest a donation of $25 per day excluding food. Your help with any needed work would naturally be much appreciated but not expected.