Tattva – Traditional Hatha Yoga Immersion (100h YACEP)

Yoga Teacher Continuing Education Program in Vevey, Switzerland | Offered by Yogic Spirits | Yoga Alliance Certified | In English & French

Tattva means essence in Sanskrit — and this 100-hour Yoga Alliance–certified program is a deep immersion into the foundations of traditional Hatha Yoga, ideal for teachers and dedicated practitioners ready to evolve their practice through a complete, grounded, and mythologically rich training. This is the full path — combining:

Embodied daily practice
Yoga philosophy & mantra study
Deity-inspired symbolism
Energetic techniques (pranayama, kriya, relaxation)
A final exam to transmit what you've integrated.

Whether you're a certified yoga teacher seeking continuing education hours, or a serious student ready for deeper transformation, this course will guide you into the heart of yoga as a lived practice.

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‍📚 What’s Included – Curriculum Breakdown (100 Hours)

🧘 1. Studio Practice – 66 classes –82 Hours.

Attend 66 in-person yoga classes (75 minutes each).
At least 50 classes must be Hatha Yoga related classes (see below which classes enter that category)
The other 16 classes can include Yin Yoga, Yogalates, Vinyasa, Yin Yang, or other styles from our regular schedule.
This regular in-person attendance helps you build discipline, structure, and embodied integration of the practice.

🔱 2. Immersion Days – 2 days of 8 Hours each.

Join two 8-hour YACEP immersion days, each dedicated to a specific deity (e.g. Shiva, Vishnu, Devi, Hanuman). These days include:

Hatha Yoga classes themed on the chosen deity
Philosophy talks (Yamas/Niyamas, symbolism, Gītā & Yoga Sūtras)
Mythology and story behind the asanas
Sanskrit pronunciation & mantra chanting
Kriya, Pranayama, and relaxation
Shared traditional Indian vegan lunch
Asana Lab: alignment, how to teach
Reflection, journaling, and community sharing
Indian Lunch included

Each immersion brings a different lens to your understanding of the body–mind–breath connection through the lens of yogic culture.

🎓 3. Final Teaching Exam – 2 Hours

Offer a 75-minute Hatha Yoga class to the Yogic Spirits community. You'll receive feedback from the teaching team and the potential guests and reflect on your own learning integration. This final step allows you to step into your role as a transmitter of the practice — not just a participant. The class will be held a Saturday or Sunday, timing to be decided between the teachers and the student.

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🎯 Who Is This Yoga Training For?‍

This continuing education program is ideal for:

Certified yoga teachers (RYT-200 or above) seeking Yoga Alliance CE hours
Recent 200h graduates looking for deeper training in traditional yoga
Dedicated practitioners craving structure, support & sacred connection
Teachers looking for philosophical and symbolic depth in their classes
Anyone curious about traditional Hatha Yoga and eager to experience it more fully.

💠 What You Will Learn

By the end of the 100-hour immersion, you will:

✔ Deepen your personal Hatha Yoga practice through 60+ studio classes
✔ Understand the symbolic and philosophical background of key asanas
✔ Learn Sanskrit posture names and improve your teaching language
✔ Develop pranayama, kriya, and mantra-based practices
✔ Integrate yogic philosophy into your teaching and daily life
✔ Explore the connection between mythology and movement
✔ Gain confidence in guiding others with authenticity and clarity
✔ Receive a 100-hour Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Certificate

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📜 Certification

Upon completion of the 66 studio classes, 2 immersion days, and the final exam, you will receive a Yoga Alliance–approved 100h YACEP Certificate, issued by Viresh, a registered YACEP provider.

📅 Duration, Enrollment & Flexibility

- Enrollment is open: enroll anytime and do the training in your own pace
- We offer 12 weekly classes, including 7 under the Hatha Yoga umbrella:
  - 🌀 Tuesday 17:45 – Hatha Vinyasa
  - ⬆️ Tuesday 19:30– Hatha Advanced
  - 🌿 Wednesday 09:00 – Hatha Flow
  - 🕊️Wednesday 17:45 – Yoga doux (FR)
  - 🧘 Wednesday 19:30 – Hatha Yoga‍
  - 🌸 Thursday 17:45 – Hatha & Yin for Hip Mobility
  - 🌿 Saturday 10:30 Hatha Yoga
To deepen your experience, we warmly recommend attending the Advanced Hatha Yoga class — held every Tuesday at 19:30, offering personal attention, space to explore your questions, and guidance tailored to your individual path.‍
Participants can complete the 100 hours at their own pace.
Pace: 6 to 12 months, can be extended if needed.
Please note: The studio is closed for 5 weeks from May 28 and 4 weeks mid december— please plan accordingly.‍

The 8h immersion days happen 5 times per year, please check www.momoyoga.com/yogicspirits/events to check the dates

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💻 Online Participation Option

For participants who cannot always come to Vevey, part of the training can also be followed online. The Advanced Hatha Yoga class on Tuesdays at 19:30 and the Hatha Yoga class on Wednesdays at 19:30 are available live online, allowing you to join the practice from home when needed. This offers additional flexibility while still maintaining the regular rhythm of the training and connection with the Yogic Spirits community.

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📍 Location & Materials

All sessions take place in person at: Yogic Spirits Studio – Vevey, Switzerland
See our exact schedule on Momoyoga at www.momoyoga.com/yogicspirits
Immersion days happen on select Sundays from 9:00 to 18:00‍
The exam class will be scheduled on a weekend in agreement with the participant and the teaching team.
All yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, and blankets are provided. Bring a notebook and pen for journaling during the immersion day and teaching exam.

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