200hr Mysore Yoga Traditions Ashtanga Immersion
January 12 - February 8, 2027
with Andrew Eppler and Friends
Join us as we explore Traditional Ashtanga Yoga
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Authentic Information
This training brings together careful āsana instruction with direct access to some of Mysore’s most respected teachers and scholars. Daily practice and methodology are taught by Andrew Eppler, drawing on forty years of dedicated practice, teaching, and study, while the wider philosophical and historical dimensions of yoga are enriched by Sri B. N. S. Iyengar, Dr. M. A. Alwar, Acharya of the Nāthamuni Sampradāya, Dr. H. V. Nagaraj Rao, Dr. Satyanarayana, Principal of the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College, and many other important voices from Mysore’s Sanskrit and yoga community. The result is a rare opportunity to encounter yoga as a living tradition—through practice, philosophy, culture, and direct connection.
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Our Practice Space
Kalyani Temple in Melkote was built nearly a thousand years ago in the time of Rāmānuja, one of the great sages in the tradition to which Sri Krishnamacharya belonged. After gathering each morning for sunrise chanting and learning the ancient mantras to the sun, we continue our practice here in this sacred space with āsana, mudrā, and prāṇāyāma. It is a remarkable setting for study—quiet, powerful, and deeply connected to the living tradition we are exploring together.
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200HR Online Curriculum
Alongside the in-person immersion, each participant receives full access to our comprehensive 200-hour online curriculum. This allows you to begin studying right away and arrive better prepared for the journey ahead. The online program covers āsana, teaching methodology, and our philosophy curriculum in depth, offering a strong foundation that supports and enriches the live experience in India.
The Mysore Yoga Traditions 200-hour Ashtanga Immersion is a carefully guided month of study, practice, and cultural immersion created by the makers of Mysore Yoga Traditions Film and the organizers of Mysore Yoga Conference. Designed for sincere students at many stages of the path—from experienced teachers to dedicated practitioners who want to go deeper—it brings together daily practice, thoughtful instruction, direct contact with Mysore’s senior teachers and Sanskrit scholars, and a final immersion in the temple village of Melkote. More than a training, it is an opportunity to experience the wider tradition that shaped the yoga you love, in a way that is personal, grounded, and difficult to find elsewhere.
The Mysore Yoga Traditions 200HR Ashtanga Immersion Includes the Following
Daily asana practice with adjustments six days per week throughout the entire training. Mysore style is always an option for established practitioners.
Immediate access to our 200hr online curriculum so you can start your yoga journey with us as soon as you register for the training. (an $1800 value - SEE FULL DETAILS) The Online curriculum includes monthly live cleaase and weekly asana classes that you may attend, but are not required to.
Philosophy Course including the Sankhya Karika, Patanjali Sutras, and Bhagavad Gita explained by legendary scholars from Mysore. This will allow you to be well prepared when you meet the scholars in person and to learn in depth from the Sanskrit community of Mysore.
Mysore Yoga Conference is included - Go deeper with continued Asana, Pranayama and Mudra practice in the mornings, and powerful mind expanding lectures every afternoon delivered by renowned Sanskrit scholars.
Connect with Mysore Yoga Parampara by sitting with the elders and learning about their world view. Find answers to your questions about the yoga you love to practice.
Guest teachers include the legendary Sri B.N.S Iyengar, and Dr. T. R.S. Sharma (both of whom studied directly with T. Krishnamacharya in the early days of Ashtanga Yoga in Mysore)
The Melkote Yoga Immersion will be our final leg on this journey together. Melkote is a mystical temple village with ancient ties to Mysore’s yoga lineage. Spend 8 days in ancient India chanting mantras with the sunrise, practicing asanas in an ancient temple, swimming in sacred ponds and learning profound philosophy and secret teachings of yoga with Alwar Swami who is an Acharya in the tradition Sri Krishnamacharya belonged to. Alwar Swami happens to have grown up in Melkote so of course he knows every inch of it and he takes us places foreign tourists could never find on their own. We will study the yoga lineage of Sri Krishnamacharya in detail.
The course includes 28 days in total of rooms and meals in Mysore and Melkote.
Our rooms in Gokulam will include kitchens, washing machines, hot water, clean linens, wifi etc.
Our studies will include asana adjustments, pranayama, mudra, ayurveda, mantra chanting, and Thai bodywork.
Tour the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College and meet it’s Principal Dr. Satyanarayana and his students. Enjoy all access tours of historical sights in Mysore led by renowned historian Sri M. G. Narasimha whose family has been serving the Wadiyar kings of Mysore for the last five generations.
After completing the three segments of the training, you will earn a 200hr RYT certificate that is recognized by Yoga Alliance and Samskriti Foundation in Mysore.
Further Information
Elevate your yoga practice, knowledge and teaching abilities through our exclusive 200-Hour Ashtanga Immersion in Mysore, India! This unique program combines many aspects including amazing teachers, powerful knowledge, historical tours, beautiful surroundings and excellent food to give you an unparalleled experience of yoga in Mysore India.
Led by Andrew Eppler, this carefully organized month of yoga gives deep insight into all aspects of yoga as well as the culture and community from which Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga has emerged. With the material aspects of food, lodging and transportation meticulously taken care of, you can relax and focus entirely on your education in yoga! Get the distilled knowledge of the art of Asana practice, Asana Adjustment, Mudra and Pranayama from the creators of Mysore Yoga Traditions drawing from 40 years of experience with practicing and teaching Ashtanga Yoga.
Immerse yourself deeply in the philosophy and tradition of yoga with powerful lectures led by renowned Sanskrit scholars. The entire time you will be practicing and learning in sacred temples dedicated to spiritual practice. Gain insights into ancient texts and teachings that have shaped the practice we know today. This knowledge is essential for those who seek to deepen their understanding of yoga not just as a physical exercise, but as a holistic life approach.
The Mysore Yoga Conference showcases a variety of workshops and sessions from experienced teachers and practitioners. Engage with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and expand your network within the global yoga community. This conference setting fosters a rich learning environment that encourages curiosity and growth.
Additionally, the Melkote Yoga Immersion provides an opportunity to experience the cultural and historical roots of yoga firsthand. Practice and meditate in ancient temples and engage in traditional ceremonies, connecting with the very essence of the tradition in the environment where it has flourished for over a thousand years.
Whether you are an aspiring teacher, or a sincere practitioner looking to deepen your personal practice, or even if you are an advanced practitioner and experienced teacher, our 200-Hour Mysore Yoga Traditions Ashtanga Immersion in Mysore offers an unparalleled blend of education, community, and immersion in yoga’s roots as we explore every aspect of it. Join us for this life-changing journey and experience the heart and soul of the ancient tradition behind modern yoga.
Mysore Yoga Traditions 200HR Ashtanga Immersion will happen in three phases.
Phase 1: January 12-18th will be our opening session. The training begins at 4pm on the New Moon, Monday January 12th 2026 at the Sri Krishna Temple in Gokulam, Mysore. After our initial meet and greet session, which will include some mantra chanting and a tour of the Sri Krishna Temple, we will meet the following morning to begin practice and study.
Daily Schedule:
9am-12pm Group discussion, Asana practice
12-1pm Lunch
1-5pm Training
Our afternoon trainings will very each day. They will include Mantra Chanting, Asana Adjustments, Teaching Methodology, Applied Anatomy, Postural Assessment, Mudra, Bandha, Pranayama and Thai Bodywork. There will be quest teachers including Sri B. N. S. Iyengar who will be teaching his system of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga as well as Mudra and Pranayama. Every 200hr training will include asana, physiology, adjustments etc. The strong advantage of this training is that we will take you deep into the historical background of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and teach you the core principles of the practice and expose you to great practitioners and scholars who can give you a real glimpse into the tradition that these practices came from. All the foundational ideas of asana practice and adjustments are covered meticulously in our online curriculum. In our time together face to face you will get to witness Indian thought and culture in a way that is very rare and precious.
Phase 2: Mysore Yoga Conference January 19-28th. During this phase we will be meeting for Mysore Practice in which you will be invited to practice what you have learned the previous week. We will break for food and then continue with lectures and tours of historical Mysore in the afternoon. This will include a visit to the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College, Jaganmohan Palace where we can experience the historical roots of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. There will be profound lectures and classes with a number of different scholars. The scope of the information conveyed in this unique event will deepen your understanding of yoga in many ways.
Daily Schedule:
9am - 11am Mysore Practice with Andrew Eppler and Friends
11am - 12pm Brunch
1pm to 3pm Lectures
3pm - 7pm Time to rest and explore.
7pm Dinner
Lectures with Mysore’s brilliant Sanskrit Scholars, outings and cultural experiences. Lectures usually last for 60-90 minutes. There will be time to ask questions and interact with the speaker. After the lecture and traditional closing ceremony we will digest the lecture together as a group in an international, multicultural discussion which everyone is welcome to participate in. Note- lectures can run over the scheduled time when there are questions and stimulating discussion.
4-6pm
Afternoon sessions include Mudra, Pranayama, Vinyasa Refinement, Mantra Chanting, Ayurveda and therapeutic techniques for overcoming injuries and ensuring a lifelong love of yoga.
7pm - 8pm Dinner
Phase 3: The Melkote Yoga Immersion February 1-8th. After a three day rest period, we will leave the relative comfort of Gokulam with its highly westernized restaurants and healthfood shops etc, and move to a more traditional setting in Melkote. Our days will begin at dawn with mantra chanting at sunrise after climbing the sacred hill that the Yoga Narasimhan Temple restd upon. After a brief tea break, we practice asana, mudra and pranayama practice in the stunningly beautiful Kalyani Temple. Midday meals will be enjoyed in beautiful natural surroundings such as the Totalmurdhu waterfall and Palasha Tirtha, one of the many sacred ponds in Melkote. Afternoons will be spent with our host and guide Alwar Swami learning about the ancient lineage of Nathamuni Sampradaya which Sri Krishnamacharya belonged to. This will include outings to various sacred and historical places. There will be three afternoons of final training in asana adjustment and teaching methodology in Melkote as well as a verbal exam in Indian philosophy with Alwar Swami to wrap up our 28 day experience together.
Daily Schedule:
6am-7:30am sunrise mantra chanting at the Yoga Narasimhan Temple
8am-10am Asana/Pranayama/Meditation In Kalyani Temple
11:30am-12:30am Breakfast
12:30pm-3:30pm Free time
3:30pm-6pm Each day we choose one of the sacred places in Melkote and have a talk with Alwar Swami.
7pm Dinner
The food served is carefully chosen for its purity and health benefits. In Mysore, we dine at Anokhi Gardens Restaurant and enjoy meals carefully prepared with both Indian and western influences using the finest local ingredients. In Melkote, we eat prasadam—food offered to the divine—prepared by the priests of the Cheluva Narayana temple. The family who cooks for us has been doing so for over 1,000 years, ever since they arrived in Melkote with the sage Ramanuja. For them, cooking is a sacred act, and their food is amazing and reflects their deep devotion.
Practical Information
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or if it is your first trip to India, we strive to make your experience smooth and easy. You will be taken care of from start to finish.
You will need to arrange your own travel to Bangaluru (BLR) airport. There are flights to Mysore but they are infrequent and usually don’t work if you arrive in the night which is often the case.
A taxi person holding a paper with your name on it will be there to greet you in the airport and drive you directly to where you will be staying. You will be tired from traveling and this helps ensure a smooth arrival.
Visas are required for most nationalities to visit India. You will need to apply online. It is usually a quick and easy process, but it should be done well in advance. We will be there to help you with the process and provide any necessary information.
Special Food Requirements: Vegan and Gluten Free options are available. Please let us know if you have special dietary requirements. All of our food is vegetarian. Eggs will be available. If you prefer to eat meat, it is available in some of the restaurants.
Wifi will be available in your room. If you require constant wifi, you should look into an E-sim or check with your mobile provider about international plans. If it is your first time in India you may take comfort in being able to use GPS etc.
You should bring any medications, herbal supplements, vitamins etc that you take regularly.
We are here to guide you and answer any questions about health, safety, what to pack etc!
Pricing
Shared Room $3699.00
Private Room $4199.00
Payment Plan: $300 reserves your spot.
*Register now to get the Earlybird price. All prices increase by $500 after November 1st.