Completing a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is only the beginning of the journey. For many, the next natural step is to go deeper, exploring philosophy, advanced techniques, and the art of teaching with more depth and confidence. That’s where the 300-hour YTT – Advanced Yoga Teacher Training at Vikasa in Koh Samui, Thailand comes in.
Spanning 35 transformative days, this training takes you beyond the foundations, equipping you with both the skills and the self-awareness needed to evolve into a well-rounded, Yoga Alliance-certified RYT500 teacher. More than just a certificate, it’s an immersive experience in conscious living, set against the backdrop of Vikasa’s world-renowned retreat centre perched above the Gulf of Thailand.
Why Choose the Vikasa 300-Hour YTT?
Vikasa has earned its reputation as one of the world’s top yoga academies, recognized by publications like Yoga Journal and The Guardian. With hundreds of five-star reviews, its teacher training programs are celebrated not just for their curriculum, but for the transformation they inspire.
Here’s what sets the 300-hour YTT apart:
- Small class sizes (25–35 students) for personalised attention.
- World-class faculty: a diverse team of international teachers, including guest teacher Daniel Rama in select intakes.
- Unmatched teacher-to-student ratio (1:5) for deeper guidance.
- Immersion lifestyle: daily buffet meals, private accommodation, and full access to Vikasa facilities including yoga salas, pool, café, and private beach.
- Certification: Yoga Alliance accredited, combining with your 200 hours to make you a RYT500.
But most importantly, this training is designed not just to make you a better teacher but also designed to help you evolve as a person.
The Curriculum: What You’ll Learn
The 300-hour Advanced YTT is divided into modules taught by Vikasa’s senior teaching team and international guests. Together, they offer a broad but interconnected syllabus that balances practice, philosophy, teaching skills, and personal growth.
1. Evolution of Yoga – with Kosta Miachin
Vikasa founder Kosta Miachin leads a deep dive into the origins, refinement, and methodology of the Vikasa Method. This is crafted as a multi-layered exploration of body, energy, and mind.
You will learn:
- Advanced asana practices that challenge and refine your physical practice.
- Energetic techniques like mudra, bandha, pranayama, and kumbhaka (breath retention).
- Active Awareness Meditation for cultivating presence.
- A contextual understanding of yoga lineages, from Hatha Yoga Pradipika to modern interpretations.
2. Teacher Development – with Vikasa Faculty
This module strengthens your ability to guide and inspire students. Through lectures, workshops, and practice teaching, you’ll refine your voice and learn to adapt to different needs.
You will learn:
- How to cue with precision (breath, alignment, and awareness).
- How to teach multi-level classes and specific populations (beginners, pregnant students, or those with injuries).
- Hands-on adjustments, intuitive teaching, and creating safe space.
- Professional development: structuring workshops, offering private sessions, and diversifying your teaching.
3. The Art of Sequencing
Vikasa senior teachers share their interpretations of intelligent sequencing: blending structure with creativity. You’ll learn to design classes that are anatomically safe, energetically balanced, and engaging.
You will learn:
- Principles of intelligent freestyle sequencing.
- Flow states: Ha-Tha Flow, Dynamic Flow, Chill Flow.
- How to balance directions of mobility and influence energy through intention.
- How to find freedom within structure while staying aligned with the Vikasa Method.
4. Deepen & Diversify – with Mikey Lazano
This module pushes you into challenging, advanced practices and introduces you to modalities rarely taught elsewhere.
You will learn:
- Advanced asana breakdown and adjustments.
- Partner Yoga, Cross Mat practice, Mandala Vinyasa.
- Full Surya Namaskar and advanced bandha work.
- Techniques for deepening both physical and energetic practice.
5. Higher Yoga – with Alex Vyazovov
Alex makes yoga philosophy come alive in a way that’s accessible and applicable.
You will learn:
- Yoga’s classical roots in the Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and Samkhya philosophy.
- The evolution from classical to tantric yoga.
- Advanced pranayama and meditation practices for inner transformation.
- How to embody yogic philosophy in daily life and teaching.
6. Making Magic – with Niki & Michael
Beyond the mat, yoga is about creating experiences that transform. This module helps you bring creativity, inspiration, and subtle skills into your teaching.
You will learn:
- How to design transformational workshops and retreat experiences.
- Using touch, voice, sound, and presence to enhance classes.
- Facilitating dynamic meditations, group bonding, and eye-gazing practices.
- How to rekindle your own passion for yoga through innovative methods
7. Guest Teacher Module – with Daniel Rama
In selected intakes, Rama offers expertise in bridging strength, flexibility, and holistic health.
You will learn:
- Inversions, handstands, and mobility practices.
- Holistic approaches to body maintenance and injury prevention.
- How physical optimisation creates gateways to subtle, non-physical experience.
Daily Life During Training
Your days at Vikasa are immersive and structured for both challenge and balance. A sample week includes:
- Morning practices: pranayama, meditation, and 3-hour asana sessions.
- Afternoon workshops: inversions, sequencing labs, philosophy lectures.
- Evening classes: restorative yoga, sound healing, or community events like kirtan or film nights.
- Days off: opportunities to explore Koh Samui, hike to waterfalls, or relax on the private beach.
Every detail, from the plant-based buffet meals to the ocean-view salas, is curated to support your growth.
Who Is the 300-Hour YTT For?
The 300-hour Advanced YTT is designed for:
- Certified 200-hour yoga teachers seeking to deepen their expertise and earn RYT500 status.
- Aspiring retreat leaders and studio owners who want the skills and confidence to hold space at a professional level.
- Dedicated practitioners who may not plan to teach but want to immerse themselves in advanced practice, philosophy, and lifestyle.
This training is for those ready to commit fully, not just to asana, but to a journey of courage, humility, and transformation.
The Takeaway
At the end of 35 days, you’ll walk away with far more than a certificate.
You’ll leave with:
- A strong and sustainable self-practice.
- The skills to guide classes, workshops, and retreats with confidence.
- A deeper understanding of yoga’s roots and relevance in the modern world.
- A lifelong community of teachers and peers who support and inspire your journey.
As one graduate put it: “What started as a plan to dive deeper into yoga ended up being the most transformative and life-changing journey I’ve ever experienced.”
Upcoming Dates & Early Bird Offers
- Nov 9 – Dec 10, 2025
- April 28 – May 29, 2026
- July 28 – August 28, 2026
Early bird discounts are available. You can save $300 when booking at least 90 days in advance.
Deepen Your Practice With Vikasa’s 300-Hour YTT
The Vikasa 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training is not simply about learning more poses or gaining another certificate. It’s about embodying yoga in all its depth, cultivating your own evolution, and developing the tools to share that transformation with others.
Learn more and apply for the 300-hour YTT at Vikasa today.