Agonda Beach is approximately 60km from Dabolim Airport (GOI) and 90km from Manohar International Airport (GOX). You can take a pre-paid taxi from the airport directly to our center. Canacona Railway Station is also just 15 minutes away by auto-rickshaw.
We suggest bringing comfortable, breathable yoga attire, personal toiletries, a refillable water bottle, and a journal. While we provide yoga mats and props, you are welcome to bring your own personal mat if you prefer. Sunscreen and a hat are also recommended for the Goan weather.
Yes, we provide three freshly prepared, nutritious sattvic vegetarian meals every day. Our menu is designed to support the intensive yoga practice and focuses on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. We can accommodate specific dietary requirements like vegan or gluten-free if informed in advance.
Absolutely! Purnam YogaShala is a Registered Yoga School (RYS 200) with Yoga Alliance, USA. Upon successful completion of our 200-hour Teacher Training course, students will receive a certificate that allows them to register as an RYT-200 and teach yoga worldwide.
Our yoga retreats are open to all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced practitioners. Our teachers are skilled at modifying practices to suit individual needs, ensuring everyone has a safe and enriching experience.
A Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) is an intensive, structured educational program designed to deepen your practice and certify you to teach yoga professionally. A Yoga Retreat is a relaxing, restorative holiday focused on self-care, gentle practice, healing, and unwinding without the pressure of exams or strict schedules.
100-Hour TTC: A short, two-week immersion. It is perfect for beginners who want to deepen their practice or for those who wish to complete their 200-hour training in two separate halves.
200-Hour TTC: The foundational certification required to become a Yoga Alliance registered teacher. It covers all the basics of teaching, anatomy, and philosophy.
300-Hour TTC: An advanced training for students who have already completed a 200-hour course and want to elevate their teaching skills and knowledge to the next level.
Not at all! Our 200-hour TTC is designed for all levels. As long as you have a sincere desire to learn and a basic foundation in yoga, you are warmly welcome to join us.
Absolutely. Our retreats are completely beginner-friendly. Our teachers provide variations for all levels so everyone feels safe and supported.
For our Yoga TTC programs, classes run from Monday to Saturday. Sunday is your day off to rest, explore, and recharge!
Sundays are completely yours! You can relax on the beautiful Agonda Beach, explore local markets, take a boat trip, visit historical temples, or simply read a book under the palm trees.
Yes, we provide comfortable, clean, and peaceful on-site accommodation for all our residential students.
We want you to feel at home, so we offer three different room options to suit your budget and preferences:
Yes! We provide three pure, nourishing, and healthy vegetarian meals per day to support your body and mind during your practice.
Yes! Purnam Yogashala is perfectly located just a short 2-minute walk from the serene shores of the Arabian Sea.
Goa currently has two international airports:
Dabolim Airport (GOI) – Located in South/Central Goa.
Manohar International Airport (MOPA/GOX) – Located in North Goa.
Because we are located in Agonda (South Goa), Dabolim Airport (GOI) is the closest and most convenient airport to fly into. It is about a 1.5-hour drive to the ashram.
Yes, all foreign nationals are required to possess a valid visa before traveling to India. Most travelers choose to apply for a convenient e-Visa online.
Please be careful of fake agency websites. The only official government website to apply for an Indian e-Visa is:
We recommend applying for your e-Visa at least 2 to 3 weeks before your flight to ensure it is processed in time.
Goa has a beautiful tropical climate.
Winter (November to February): Beautiful, sunny, and very pleasant (20°C - 30°C). This is peak yoga season!
Summer (March to May): Warm and sunny, perfect for beach lovers.
Monsoon (June to September/October): Lush, green, and rainy. A beautiful time for deep, quiet healing.
Pack comfortable, breathable yoga clothes, light cotton clothing for the warm weather, a swimsuit, walking shoes, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a reusable water bottle.
Yes, Goa is widely considered one of the safest destinations in India for international tourists. South Goa, in particular, is very peaceful and welcoming.
Yes! We are happy to arrange a safe and trusted taxi driver to pick you up directly from the airport and bring you to the ashram.
We provide yoga mats and all necessary props (blocks, straps, bolsters) in our shala. However, you are always welcome to bring your own personal mat if you prefer!
