200-hour Pranayama Teacher Training
with Sudhir Tiwari
2026 – 2027
Sudhir Tiwari is an internationally recognized authority in Pranayama. He offers a 200 hour Pranayama Teacher Training Course over three workshops, 2 of 1 week and 1 of 10 days in Paris, France. This course is opened to people who have a regular pratice of Hatha Yoga and a basic understanding of the fundamental yogic texts (Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hatha Pradipika).
The course
Objective:
Provide an authentic and authoritative training for a rigorous Pranayam practice based on the ancient scriptures and the science of Yoga according to the Kaivalyadham lineage. This training will address the definition, the techniques (and their variations), as well as the results of the practice in the light of Ayurveda and modern science.
Certificate:
Participants will be assessed in theory and practice and will receive upon successful completion a certificate testifying their ability to teach basic Pranayam without breath retention. This certificate also gives the participants access to the second year of the 3 year Pranayam teacher Training at Kaivalyadham India.
Public:
Traditional Yoga teachers or anyone knowing the basis of traditional Yoga. Participants must have a regular personal practice of asanas.
Duration:
200 hours of teaching in group over two one-week workshops and one ten-day workshop (24 days in total). Regular personal practice and study are expected from the participants between the workshops. Dates and program below.
About Kaivalyadhama:
Founded by Swami Kuvalayananda in 1924, Kaivalyadhama is one of the oldest pioneering yoga institutes in the world. We follow the principles and philosophy of Patanjali’s Ashtanga Yoga, and take pride in teaching traditional yoga in its purest form, with a unique perspective.
Kaivalyadhama is the first Yoga institute to proactively conduct scientific research for demonstrating the benefits and uses of Yoga. We apply this knowledge to deliver holistic wellbeing and to impart Yogic wisdom globally.
About Sudhir Tiwari:
Sudhir was born in Allahabad/Prayag, India. His name was chosen by Swami Kuvalayananda.He received his first training under the guidance of Swami Digambar ji, a disciple of Swami Kuvalayananda and his father Shri Om Prakash Tiwari.
Brought up at Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, Lonavala, India amidst rich traditional yogic heritage of Swami Madhavdasji Maharaj, Swami Kuvalyanandaji and Swami Digambarji, a tradition kept alive by his father and a well known Pranayama master, Shri O. P. Tiwari.
Sudhir is the director of the Kaivalyadhama Institute in Canada and travels worldwide to share his knowledge and experience in yoga (asana, pranayama, meditation, chanting) and Ayurveda. He also has expertise in the field of alternative Western medicine. In addition, he holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Bangalore University in Bangalore, India, and an MBA from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, USA. Sudhir currently lives with his wife and two children in Toronto, Canada. His mantra: breathe positively, breathe yoga.
Language:
English
Prerequisites:
Applicants must have a regular personal asana practice and a basic understanding of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra and Hatha Pradipika.
Dates & Program
Module 1:
September 5 – 11, 2026.
8:30 – 17:00 (lunch break 11:00 – 13:00)
• Introduction to Pranayama
• Introduction to essential texts in relation to Pranayama
• Introduction to Ayurveda
• Teaching and practice of Kriyas
Module 2:
November 14 – 20, 2026.
8:30 – 17:00 (lunch break 11:00 – 13:00)
• Progression in learning and practice
• Study of essential texts
• Pranayama in the light of modern science
• Introduction to teaching methodology of Pranayam
• Teaching and practice of Kriyas
Module 2:
10 days in April 2027 (dates to be confirmed)
8:30 – 17:00 (lunch break 11:00 – 13:00)
One day off on the 5th day
• Final phase of the progression, introduction to breath retention
• Study of texts and methodology
• Fundamental Yogic therapy principles
• Kriya practice
• Written tests
Between every module, students are expected to put in practice the techniques and to follow the given progression. They also have to submit on time all required written homework.
Register
Price:
3600€ teaching fee
The price does not include: books, transport, accomodation and food during the workshops.
Payment:
1000€ deposit at registration to book a place + 2600 € balance to be paid before the course starts.
Please fill in the registration form and follow the instructions for the payment options.
- The payment of the 1000€ deposit marks the date of registration. This amount is not refundable. Only the 2600€ balance is considered as being possibly refundable.
- The beginning of the training is September 5th, 2026. An admin fee of 30 euros will be deducted for cancellations made more than 21 days before the training.
- Only half of the refundable amount paid will be returned 8 to 20 days before the training.
- Refundable amount paid is non-refundable 7 days before the training.
- Refunds are processed based on the date we receive your RIB/IBAN, which determines the amount refunded per our policy.
- We advise to those coming from out of Paris to purchase travel insurance as travel issues will not change this policy. Medical issues will also not change this policy.
- As the teacher is confirming their presence and is guaranteed the amount of people who are attending 21 days before, we ask for your understanding of this policy.
Location
Ashtanga Yoga Paris
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