The Heartfulness Yoga Academy
Rooted in tradition and open to all, our programs uniquely blend yoga practice with Heartfulness Meditation with Yogic Transmission—making meditation easy for beginners. Every program connects you to a global community and creates a heart-centered path to clarity, balance, and inner transformation.
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Fundamentals of Heartfulness Yoga
A beginner-friendly course blending yoga philosophy, gentle asana practice, and Heartfulness principles to build a strong foundation for daily practice.
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The Art of Yoga – Viji Vasu
A self-paced exploration of Krishnamacharya’s lineage, integrating pranayama, meditation, philosophy, and therapeutic asana practices.
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Heartfulness Yoga – Amar Srividya
A holistic, self-paced course combining asana, pranayama, meditation, and yogic philosophy to cultivate balance, clarity, and inner awareness.
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At Kanha Shanti Vanam we offer free daily yoga and community classes open to residents, visitors, and anyone who comes with an open heart. We also support guided online sessions — both group and personalized.
At Kanha
Offline Community Yoga
Join our free daily yoga sessions at Kanha Shanti Vanam. Open to all — residents, visitors, and seekers. No prior experience required. Simply arrive and practice together.
- ✔ Free daily sessions
- ✔ Beginner friendly
- ✔ Guided by Heartfulness trainers
- ✔ Community atmosphere
Online
Online Group Classes
Practice from home with guided group sessions. A shared online environment that keeps you consistent, motivated, and connected with the Heartfulness community.
- ✔ instructor guidance
- ✔ Community interaction
- ✔ Recording Available
- ✔ Suitable for beginners
1-1 Session
1-1 Personal Yoga
Personalized sessions tailored to your body, health, and lifestyle. Ideal for healing, recovery, therapeutic needs, or a deeply guided learning experience.
- ✔ Customized practices
- ✔ Flexible timing
- ✔ Online and Offline (Kanha Shanti Vanam)
- ✔ Faster progress
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Immersive Yoga Retreats
Step away from routine and enter spaces designed for deep rest, reflection, and inner transformation. Our retreats integrate yoga, meditation, nature, and silence to support holistic renewal.
Kanha Shanti Vanam Retreat
A deeply immersive retreat set in the Heartfulness global headquarters, offering yogic practices, meditation, and nature-based living for profound inner alignment.
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Himalayan Retreat
A serene retreat focused on inward awareness, simplicity, and yogic discipline—ideal for practitioners seeking depth and personal clarity.
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Kerala Retreat
A joyful family retreat set in the serene landscapes of Malampuzha, designed for parents and children to practice yoga together, explore nature, and create meaningful shared experiences rooted in Heartfulness and heart-centered living.
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Explore our structured programs designed to support learning, growth, and inner transformation.
Workshops
Expert-led online sessions designed to share practical knowledge and support wellbeing and personal growth through guided learning experiences.
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Mudra Practices
A self-paced certification course designed to help you explore the transformative power of simple hand mudras — gentle practices that support clarity, balance, and overall wellbeing for everyday living.
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Teacher Training Courses
Choose from multiple Yoga Professional certification programs for aspiring and experienced yoga teachers. Find your style and format.
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Kids Yoga Teacher Training
A self-paced course for yoga teachers to learn age-appropriate and child-centric teaching methodologies for yoga.
Explore Program →Why Yoga by Heartfulness?
A globally recognised, deeply rooted approach to yoga education that integrates tradition, inner experience, and conscious living.
Global Recognition
Globally respected and spiritually steeped, the Heartfulness Yoga Academy is accredited by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India through the Yoga Certification Board (YCB), and internationally by Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga School (RYS 200 & RYS 300).
Holistic Approach
Our programs integrate asanas, pranayama, and Heartfulness Meditation with Yogic Transmission — offering a holistic training experience that supports deep inner transformation beyond the mat.
Authentic Lineage
Rooted in the authentic tradition of Raja Yoga, Heartfulness Yoga invites you to teach from the heart — with purpose, presence, and inner clarity — guiding others toward a balanced way of living.
Strong Support System
As a graduate, you become part of a global Heartfulness family across 140+ countries. Whether you teach professionally or offer your time in seva, both paths are honoured as expressions of growth.
Recognized & Certified By
We’ve trained 1000+
Yoga students worldwide
Experiences shared by practitioners, teachers, and seekers who walked the Heartfulness Yoga path.
“Heartfulness Yoga has completely transformed the way I practice and teach. The integration of meditation brought a depth I had never experienced before.”
“The learning environment is nurturing, authentic, and deeply rooted in tradition. Every session felt meaningful and heart-centered.”
“This journey was not just about becoming a yoga teacher, but about inner growth, clarity, and conscious living. Truly life-changing.”
We have offered 10,000+
professional training hours
If you have taken a course with us, we would love to hear about your experience.
Leave a Google Review Your words help others begin their journey.Our Team
Meet the dedicated teachers and mentors guiding your journey in yoga, wellness, and inner transformation.
Dr. Veronique Nicolai
DirectorVeronique is an MD in Pediatrics, E-RYT 500, prenatal & Heartfulness meditation trainer. She completed her Acharya Course from the lineage of Krishnamacharya and has been heading the Academy since 2018.
Viji Vasu
Yoga TherapistViji trained under T.K.V. Desikachar at Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram and worked for 13 years as a yoga therapist. She is also an E-RYT500 Yoga teacher and Heartfulness trainer.
Marion Marceau
Yoga TeacherMarion trained at Sivananda Yoga Vedanta in India and is an E-RYT500 Yoga teacher and Heartfulness meditation trainer. She leads teacher trainings across India, Europe & Dubai.
Amar Srividya
Yoga TeacherAmar is an E-RYT500, prenatal yoga teacher trained at Bihar School of Yoga, Sivananda Vedanta & Ashtanga Mysuru. He transitioned from HR to full-time yoga teaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to help you begin your Heartfulness Yoga journey with confidence and ease.
What is special about Heartfulness Yoga?
Heartfulness is one of the rare institutions that teaches meditation in depth, making it accessible to beginners as a powerful tool for inner change. Along with asana and pranayama, it offers a complete, living experience of the eight limbs of yoga.
What makes Heartfulness Yoga effective?
Heartfulness Yoga brings together traditional yoga practices and Heartfulness techniques, supported by yogic transmission, to create deeper and more lasting transformation.
Are your classes suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our programs are designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners, with guidance tailored to each individual.
Can I attend classes online?
The Heartfulness Yoga Academy offers a variety of online programs. You can join our group online yoga classes or book individual sessions. We also offer online workshops designed for beginners as well as regular practitioners. You may also enjoy our Mudra Course, a self-paced online program to discover the art and practice of mudras.
Are your teacher training programs recognized?
Our Academy is a Leading Yoga Institution accredited by the Yoga Certification Board (Ministry of Ayush, India) and accredited RYS200 and 300 by Yoga Alliance, USA enabling graduates to teach professionally all over the world.
How do I choose the right program?
If you are a beginner or a regular practitioner, you can start by practicing online or onsite, either in a group class or through individual sessions. You may also join a retreat in one of our beautiful locations or explore our online workshops to better understand yoga and strengthen your practice.
If you wish to go deeper into yoga or become a professional yoga teacher, visit our Teacher Training Courses page, where you will find a range of certification programs to support your journey. For more help, contact us at yoga@heartfulness.org.
Which languages are the courses offered in?
Courses are offered in multiple languages. Please review individual course descriptions for details.
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