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Ancient Wisdom. Modern Life

Yoga as it wasalways meant to be

Rooted in the classical traditions of India. Shared with the world.

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01About Avana Yoga

Where Ancient Wisdom Meets the Modern World

Avana Yoga carries the living wisdom of India’s ancient yoga tradition, from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, into the heart of modern life.

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For those who seek yoga in its truest, deepest form.

Our programmes are offered across the UK, India, and internationally for those who seek yoga in its truest, deepest form.

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02Our Services

What We Offer

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Courses

Yoga Alliance accredited 200-Hour and 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, rooted in classical Indian philosophy and guided by an experienced teaching team.

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Retreats

Immersive retreats in Austria, India, UK, and beyond where daily yoga, pranayama, and meditation meet the stillness of extraordinary natural landscapes.

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Events

Workshops and community gatherings for students and teachers to deepen their practice, connect with others, and explore yoga together.

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Why Avana Yoga?

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    Experienced Yoga Teacher Trainers

    Our teaching team brings decades of combined experience across traditional yoga, philosophy, meditation, anatomy and modern teaching practice. Yogi Madhav holds a Master’s degree in Yoga and Meditation and has led teacher training programmes internationally since 2012.

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    Continually Updated Training Material

    Our curriculum is rooted in classical texts: the Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Pradipika and the Bhagavad Gita, while remaining clear, accessible, and relevant to modern students. We review and refine our materials regularly to ensure the deepest, most meaningful learning experience.

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    Ongoing Support After Graduation

    Your journey does not end at graduation. We offer continued guidance, community, and CPD opportunities to support you as your teaching evolves, because at Avana Yoga, we believe the real practice begins after training.

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Some teachings are written in stone. We carry them forward.

04Our Courses

Yoga Teacher Training

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05Testimonials

What Our Students Say

“He has magic as a teacher and although he is young he seems wise beyond his time.”

The first thought that struck me upon meeting Yogi Madhav is that he is an extremely special young man. There's a certain glimmer in his eyes that seems like it's only the shining surface of an ocean of knowledge and a soul beyond his years! He is truly incredible at Yoga and asanas and he is so inspiring in the way he teaches. He is the reason I can do a headstand which is something I never thought I would do. He has magic as a teacher and although he is young he seems wise beyond his time. I think every yoga student and teacher needs to make it a priority to learn from him.

Naomi

06Upcoming Yoga Retreat

Retreats

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