Yoga Training Classes Varkala - Mathatitu

Amazing place to stay. I was there for vacation. Easy to go on the beach. Yoga class intense but very interesting. Food very good. Special big thanks for Anoop and his kindness.

Namaskaram,
Beautiful location, inspiring teachers, stewardship and seamless cuisine. Unforgettable and founding stay. Opens the doors to a healthier and more respectful life. The experience is to be lived. Many thanks to everyone during this special moment.

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Namaskaram,
Beautiful location, inspiring teachers, stewardship and seamless cuisine. Unforgettable and finding stay. Opens the doors to a healthier and more respectful life. The experience is to be lived. Many thanks to everyone during this special moment.

Session June 2023. Aurora.

A piece of my heart stays here — everything was perfect: room, location, staff, food, classes — especial thanks to;
*Bipin, our yoga teacher, who is not only super skilled but also attentive, graceful and caring, deeply passionate about teaching!
*Srija, the ayurveda therapist, her presence was so nurturing and she has magic in her hands, every treatment felt like pure healing
*Anoop, the founder, who is always caring for everyone and making sure everyone is happy and comfortable, sharing his contagious smile always in some corner

Thank you for an amazing stay and we will surely come back 100 times:)

I came to Mathatitu at the end of January for a 200-hour YTTC and had an amazing time. For someone who literally walked from her couch to a yoga class and after a month was able to do a head stand, this should tell you something about the great teachers at this ashram. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was pleasant, and I had a great time. I would strongly suggest it to anyone.

My experience of the 300h TTC was amazing! Such a blast! Great and very experienced Yoga teachers, always willing to help and assist, giving their best for our information and knowledge absorption! Anoop always ready to adress any problem that might could happen, Anil dedicated to bring out the maximum in us, Gabita so loving and spiritual reminding the realm, above the body, Pranaji wise and precice in what we need to know in breathing, Sugeesh traditional and devoted, mister Sanatanam very educated, the guardian of correct knowledge and transmition of it and ofcourse Yogesh that amazed us with his helping hands, assistance and Karma Yoga, as well as the cooking ladies downstairs (cooking amazing vegan food) and our lovely massage people taking care of us! An experienced that must be lived.

Love this place! They helped me a lot in learning yoga! And Anoop, Anil, Sujeesh, Santana, Yogesh & Kavita they are amazing teachers they take care of every student and they know how our body works and this is so helpful and I felt so caring and supported. If you are planning a Yoga teacher training in India this is a place! You can put your trust on! Amazing teachers amazing food and positive environment.

I am really grateful to have received my 300hr TTC from Mathatitiu. Anoop, the founder is a lovely, pleasant man and always greets everyone with a big smile. I found the course to be of excellent value. The accommodation they provide their students with is of a very good standard, although it does vary, depending on which house you stay in. It can be noisy there from dogs barking very loudly at night, so I would recommend to bring ear plugs, especially if you are a light sleeper. The food is very tasty and healthy, but I would have liked a bit more protein for energy and they gave us a lunch very early instead of breakfast. So at 10: 30 we had rice, Dahl etc and then at 1: 30 we had fruit and oats. I personally think it would have been better to do it the opposite way as I was a bit sluggish after the heavy meal at 10: 30 and I often fell asleep during the midday classes.
The teachers at Mathatitiu were all amazing! I could not fault any of them. Super dedicated, very talented, motivating and caring teachers. I would say some of the best teachers I have ever learned from, were at Mathatitiu. The only thing I can fault with the classes are that they were quite large and drop ins were allowed to attend our ttc classes. I didn’t really think this was fair on us students or our teachers. The classes were very crowded as a result.
The massages at Mathatitiu are excellent and the Ayurvedic doctor provided us with really interesting classes and tutorials on giving Ayurvedic massages. Anealia is a fantastic massage therapist and I loved receiving lots of massages from her during my time there. The price was also excellent for the quality of treatment I received.
Lastly, Varkala is a very special place and the ashram is located in a very central part of the cliff, near everything and I felt safe there as a woman. If you are in Varkala, I would definitely recommend visiting Mathatitiu ashram.

What a great time i had. Without any experience i joined the 200h course and with the help of very skilled teachers i saw myself improving everyday. The people are great and Anoop will always receive you with a smile. Good food, quiet space, good rooms. Recommended!

This is a review for MANOJ the masseuse.
I received a 1 hour reflexology massage that was so amazing. Manoj was such a nice young fella with great strength and pressure which he applied throughout the massage.
Thank you again.

I stayed one week in Varkala and took a 5 classes pass to attend the drop-in morning classes (8h30). The classes and teacher were excellent. Very challenging. I loved it!

Excellent experience here at the Mathatitu Yoga Ashram in Varkala! Anoop, the director was very accommodating to my requests and schedule. I had come for the first time in 2016/2017 and had a fabulous experience. This time, I was introduced to a few new teachers. Anil and Bipin are the main Asana/Anatomy and Yoga alignment teachers and have been excellent. Sanatana and Kavita both teach Yoga Philosophy and Pranaji leads the morning Pranayama Class. Dr. Sangeet teachers Ayurveda. Sugeesh is also a delight to learn from. The staff here are so warm and welcoming. Honorable mentions to Manoje, Yogesh, Renju, Sasikala, Geetha, Sulekha. The food is delicious and the accommodations have since improved! It’s about a 3 minute walk to the beach, which is a huge plus! The cost is affordable which makes the Knowledge of Yoga accessible to many people. I was very much out of practice, and a lot heavier before coming and after the first day, I could barely hold myself up in Upward or Downward Dog. I wanted to quit and leave, because my mind was telling me it was too difficult, The Ashtanga Primary series intimidated me, but with the daily encouragement of my teachers and being consistent, I’ve taken a liking to Ashtanga. After my time here, I feel stronger and more flexible, both in body, mind and spirit. I loved my experience so much that I decided to stay another month. Thank you Mathatitu Ashram!

Near to Varkala beach. They offer tailor made programs for students based on the requirement. Also conducts Yoga Teachers Training.

Excellent experience here at the Mathatitu Yoga Ashram in Varkala! Anoop, the director was very accommodating to my requests and schedule. I had come for the first time in 2016/2017 and had a fabulous experience. This time, I was introduced to a few new teachers. Anil and Bipin are the main Asana/Anatomy and Yoga alignment teachers and have been excellent. Sanatana and Kavita both teach Yoga Philosophy and Pranaji leads the morning Pranayama Class. Dr. Sangeet teachers Ayurveda. The staff here are so warm and welcoming. The food is delicious and the accommodations have since improved! It’s about a 3 minute walk to the beach, which is a huge plus! The cost is affordable which makes the Knowledge of Yoga accessible to many people. I was very much out of practice, and a lot heavier before coming and after the first day, I could barely hold myself up in Upward or Downward Dog. I wanted to quit and leave, because my mind was telling me it was too difficult, The Ashtanga Primary series intimidated me, but with the daily encouragement of my teachers and being consistent, I’ve taken a liking to Ashtanga. After my time here, I feel stronger and more flexible, both in body, mind and spirit. I loved my experience so much that I decided to stay another month. Thank you Mathatitu Ashram!

Mathatitu has the best yoga teachers in Varkala. All the classes are so full of knowledge and they are definitely life changing. The location is just perfect on the cliff with banana trees on one side and ocean on another. You’ll consider yourself very lucky after meeting Sanatana guru, his classes are so amazing that I really cannot explain it in words, you have to experience it to know. Ragesh ji’s meditation & pranayama classes are relaxing and so full of knowledge. Astanga classes (Sudesh & Bipin’s class) will kill you but you’ll feel your best after the practice. Anoop is the one you’ll coordinate with the most wrt to your schedule, stay etc; He’s a gem who is always ready to take your calls even at night and will help you with anything that you need in Kerala. Have a tea with him in the evening to get some really nice spiritual advice in return. Overall, it was a beautiful experience for me and my husband and it changed our life. Thank you so much Mathatitu

Great heart full experience, teachers are beyond great, sharing all their wisdom and guiding us through a whole journey, not just a regular YTT it comes with a full life experience forever grateful

An amazing experience. Excellent teachers who take personal interest in the improvement of the asnas, who are friendly and make us feel at home. Special thanks to Anoop ji. He is always there for all of us and cares for all his students.
Hope I can go back again and again.
The latest school is also very well located. We can view the sea from the yogshala, which is a feather in the cap.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

I did 200hr YTT here in July 2019 1 of the most amazing experiences ever! The level of teachings were next level I would not have got this in my home country. The staff at Hilltop are so kind and friendly they go out of their way to please everybody. Ive been home over a week now and I still can't stop smiling.

One of the best Yoga schools in Varkala. Anoop organizes and classes really well. I have sent more than 3 people to Mathatitu and they are more than happy with the classes and the stay there.

I did a short 7 day yoga course at Mathatitu in June 2017 and loved every minute of it and learned lots. The teachers; Sanathanan, Shibin, Anoop (and some newly qualified teachers too!) were great and I hope I can return to do a longer course some day soon.

Two months, which I spent at Mathatitu in September- October 2018 while having my TTC and ATTC was the best yoga experience in my life. The teachers there are just fantastic. Such a bliss to have so many professional teachers at the same time.

Anil (Baba) is a wonderful teacher of ashtanga vinyasa, vinyasa flow and alignment class, his explanations were always clear, detailed and easy to understand. I became much stronger after his classes. I’m so grateful to Baba for his perfect classes, his advice and support!

Huge thanks to Sanathanan for hatha yoga classes and for the philosophy of yoga, it was really amazing, I always had an impression that he knew exactly what I needed. I even didn’t need to ask anything, he gave all the answers to my inner questions himself.

Many many thanks to Manoj for his yoga and Ayurveda classes, I really enjoyed them all. Each class was like a performance, so charismatic and diverse. I always felt relaxed and full of energy after. Manoj also gave me some important tips which were really useful for me at that time.

Big thanks to Uri for his support and his best ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ singing, he really has a voice of angel.

Many thanks to Salini for interesting and deep philosophy knowledge.

Thanks to Shibin and Ragesh for beatiful satsangs. Shibin also taught me how to perform headstand properly, for which I’m really grateful.

The ashram is situated at a very beautiful spot, yoga halls are overlooking the sea, and you can enjoy the sea sound while doing yoga practice.

Anoop and his team made Mathatitu a place with really wonderful atmosphere. While there you feel like being at home. You guys are doing an amazing job! Wish you all the best in it. And hope to come back one day:)

I did the TTC on November and I couldn't be more happy. The class has beautiful views from the ocean and you can hear the sea and the birds while you're meditating. You have the entrance in the beach right in front of the school, so you can go for a swim in the breaks. But the best are the treachers and the staff. Sujeesh and Anoop are very kind, they will always help you with anything. There are several teachers, you will learn traditional yoga from diferent yogis and gurus. Definitely one of the best decisions that I take. I can't wait for come back!

This is the place to practice yoga in Varkala. The manager Anoop connects the best teachers and many yoga students and seekers and creates a wonderful atmosphere for sharing and learning.
I stayed here for two months. First I did the 300h TTC and after that continued to come here and practice. I met great teachers, many friends and learnt a lot.

However, there are some things that could be improved. Most of the rooms are not so great. The yoga shalas are usually a little bit dirty. They keep burning plastic waste in the backyard and often during an Asana or pranayama class you can smell it. Food could be a little bit more sattvic (less spicy, less oily, less onion and garlic, more vegetables).

Still, I am very happy I practiced yoga here.

I did the YTT 200hrs in September 2018 and it was the best decision to go to mathatitu Yogaashram. They have great Yoga teachers there and the best connections to other teachers who may come and teach as well. I learned a lot about Yoga asanas, pranayama and the philosophy of this way of living- and what makes leaning there that special is, that you learn from teachers who fully live the yogi-life they teach.
Also the place is a stone throw away from the ocean, so you will see and hear the ocean during your time there! The atmosphere is warm and wellcoming and you will get what you need. I would definitely go back there and recommend this beautiful place with beautiful people.

Mathatitu Yoga Ashram is a wonderful place not only to learn yoga, but also to gain spiritual experience. Just complete TTC in June 2018.

Even though I did not have much knowledge in yoga, but all the teachers ensure that students are properly guided throughout the course. All teachers are so experienced and specialized in their specialty.

Loved so much the philosophy of yoga classes. It was so wonderful to learn from Sanathanan Ji and Sunilkumar Ji. No words to describe their experience and wisdom. So blessed to be their student. Uri, Shibin, and Uma, such are young and dynamic teachers. Full of energies.

A special thanks to Anoop Ji, director of the ashram. Even if he did not conduct direct class with us, but he is always teaches with his silence.

Never to forget the food served was so tasty and satvic. Accommodation also so comfortable. Overall we gained more for the price.

Looking forward to visit again Mathatitu Yoga Ashram.

I have done TTC 200h at Mathatitu Yoga Ashram in March 2018. It was a life changing experience, beginning of a new and exciting path and the happiest days of my life. The knowledge that I gained throughout the course still unfolds within me and supports my practice and life choices. I haven't taught yet as I am still travelling India, but I am confident I will in the near future.

Mathatitu Yoga Ashram has got everything you need during the training - clean rooms (single person accomodation), healthy and tasty meals, amazing staff and yogashala with beautiful seaview where the students spend about 11 hours per day, 6 days a week. The place is run by Anoop, sweet, caring person and true yogi.

The program of the course is far beyond impressive and it covers a wide variety of yogic concepts like hilisophy, yoga sutras, teaching instruction, pranayamas, kriyas, meditation, Human anatomy, Alignment / Adjustment (both self and assisted) and also different types of yogic asana practices (iyengar, ashtanga, hatha and sivananda). The course is not for the lighthearted and requires dedication, devotion and discipline to reap the maximum benefits. The course comprised of 2 stringent asana practices 6 days a week (morning and afternoon) with an option to even take them on the remaining day off.

We were extremely lucky to have a versatile and experienced band of teachers during our training who guided us through this wonderful journey. Rich, Manoj, Sanathanan, Sunil and Anoop were more than what we hoped for, they broadened our perspective, shared their knowledge selflessly and boosted our confidence to take on new challenges.

I am also grateful for my batchmates. It was an an absolute honor to learn with fellow yogis from different parts of the world and different walks of life. We lived together, ate together, practiced together, shared our stories, sang in the night, swam in the sea and supported each other like a family in this one month and i miss every single one of them.

Lastly, I believe you cannot go wrong with the choice of "varkala" as a yogic destination for embarking on your journey. It is truly a magical place and the legend has it that "what your heart wishes while you're here will definetely come true". It worked its Magic on me!

I recommend Mathatitu with all my heart. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.