Residential Pranayama Teacher Training
- 8 Day residential pranayama course
- All meals on site included
- Beautiful mountain side location
- 100 hour Yoga Alliance certified
- Course program
- Course venue: Yoga Dharma Veliko Tarnovo
- Principle teacher Martin Thompson
- Next course 8th-15th September 2025
“I’d highly recommend teacher training with Yoga Dharma. I’ve done both my 200hr teacher training and also 100hr pranayama training and have loved both. “
COURSE OVERVIEW
This course provides the knowledge and skills to run rewarding pranayama classes while developing personal growth. Your knowledge and expertise will enable you to teach pranayama to beginners and advanced practitioners.
YOGA DHARMA BG
Located in a peaceful hamlet within a nature reserve this is the perfect spot for your pranayama course. With over 20 years running residential yoga courses you are in safe hands.
CERTIFIED COURSE
Our course will equip you with exceptional knowledge and skills setting you apart. Having trained hundreds of yoga teachers you are assured of the best.
TRUE ESSENCE OF YOGA
“Yoga Dharma is the true essence of Yoga, there is a strong embodiment of both the physical and philosophical elements of the truth of yoga. They are a wealth of knowledge that in my view supersedes the cost of their teachings”
PRANAYAMA KRAMA
Pranayama krama enables each student to progress individually within defined parameters. The course comprehensively covers established authentic pranayama practices from a learning perspective and a teaching perspective. The pranayama krama method ensures each student progresses to their individual best within the group.
WHO’S THIS COURSE FOR?
This course can include a full pranayama teaching certificate if required. Its also the ideal location for a week of peace and yoga.
TRUE ESSENCE OF YOGA
“Yoga Dharma is the true essence of Yoga, there is a strong embodiment of both the physical and philosophical elements of the truth of yoga. They are a wealth of knowledge that in my view supersedes the cost of their teachings”
THE SCIENCE OF PRANAYAMA
Your course includes methodically researched content based on scientific research.
JALANDHARA BANDHA
“Jalandhara bandha influences the nervous system through the throat contracting when taking the chin to the chest. The carotid sinuses are stimulated activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
MULHA BANDHA
“Mulha bandha has a significant effect on the nervous system through the pelvic splanchnic nerve. It slows the heart rate , relaxes the respiratory system and calms the mind. All essential for a pranayama practice."
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
- Cerebral vasodilation
- Noradrenaline
- The nervous system
- Respiratory sinus arrhythmia
- Cerebral anoxia
- The Insular cortex
- The Autonomic nervous system
- The Vagus nerve
- Anatomy of a seated posture
“I have to thank you so much Martin for accommodating me, I am truly very grateful for all the hard work dedication and commitment you put into all of us. I will endeavor to do you proud. I am proud to be your student” Karen.
THE SCIENCE OF YOGA
- Koshas-Granthis-Vayus
- Mudras-Dharana-Prana
- Dhyana-Samadhi
- Rechaka-Puraka
- Kumbhaka-Kundalini
- Shiva-Shakti
- Sahya-vritti
- Abhyantara-vritti
- Stambha-vritti
- Pratyahara-Apana
Our courses adhere to authentic classic Sutric, Tantric and Hatha yoga traditions. You will be confident when discussing Sutric and Tantric philosophy and techniques.
BREATH CONTROL AND THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
Breath control (pranayama) will have a profound affect on the nervous system, and therefore on mental and physical health in general.
A pranayama practice is completely free, can be used at any time and has no side effects.
The breath and the nervous system are intimately connected and properly managed the breath is a vasodilator which is proven to lower blood pressure.
This course includes a detailed study of the connection between breath and the nervous system along with the benefits.
VERIFIABLE AUTHENTIC SOURCES
We are a yoga centre and as such our philosophy is Sutric/Tantric. The practices and the philosophy are drawn from authentic and verifiable sources such as the Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and the Bhagavad Gita.
Although we are a yoga centre other philosophies and traditions may be discussed in relation to the history of yoga, such as Buddhism, Jainism and Zen.
THE VENUE
Yoga Dharma BG has been established for 20 years and during that time we have continuously offered yoga retreats and yoga training courses.
The centre is ideally located in a peaceful hamlet, but also within easy reach of cafes and restaurants. We are in an established area for tourism and our guests are always literally blown away with the venue and the location.
MENUS
All onsite meals, tea, coffee, juice's, smoothies are included. We can cater for most requirements. There's plenty to eat with variety of choices. We usually have the luxury of a professional chef on hand.
LOCALLY STOCKED LARDERS
We are all vegetarian and vegan. Our larder is stocked with locally grown produce. We source our tofu, honey, yoghurt, eggs, salad, herbs and veggies from one of our neighbors market garden.
MOST REWARDING
" It was the most rewarding experience I’ve had in a long time."
AMAZING LOCATION
"The location was fantastic up in the mountains with lovely fresh air and some of the most amazingly beautiful views you could ever imagine."
BRILLIANT
"The accommodation was brilliant my room was comfortable I had my own bathroom and there was a lounge to relax in after our evening meal."
ACCOMODATION AND THE CENTRE
All rooms have private bathrooms. There is a communal area in the cellar with projector and lots of movies. The garden is large and secluded with a big orchard and a small pool. There's loads of garden space to relax and study in the south facing grounds. We have all the equipment you'll need for your stay including towels, yoga mats, study equipment, library of study books, pens and paper if you need them.
TRAVEL
Flights and transfers are not included. We can arrange transport or help with transfers if needed. We can usually arrange cheap transfers from most airports depending on availability. We are around 3 hours from Sofia with a regular coach service to Veliko Tarnovo which is close by.
TYPICAL DAY AT YOGA DHARMA BG
- 07:00 Shat karmas
- 07:30 Posture-asana
- 08:30 Pranayama practice
- 09:45 Breakfast/free time
- 11:45 Presentations
- 13:00 Break
- 13:30 Presentations
- 15:00 Pranayama practice
- 16:30 Dinner and rest
- 19:00 Study and finish
CONTACT MARTIN
- Call Martin on: 00447787357306
- askyogadharma@protonmail.com
- Accredited by YOGA ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL
- Гърците (Gartsite), 5035 Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
A RANGE OF YOGA TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
We offer a range of training opportunities including:
- 200 hour 15 day yoga teacher training
- 100 hour 8 day level 1 pranayama teacher training
- 100 hour 8 day level 2 pranayama teacher training
- 100 hour 8 day meditation teacher training
- 100 Hour 8 day integral course with philosophy, adjusting, anatomy, alignment
- 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
- Yoga Retreats
THINGS TO DO & STOPOVERS
We are in the heart of the Bulgarian countryside with amazing scenery and stunning waterfalls. A visit to the the old quarter of Veliko Tarnovo is a must with the artisan gift shops and local artists.
VARNA & BURGAS
Varna and Burgas on the Black Sea are both great stopovers. The Black Sea coast goes from Turkey to Romania with history and sunny beaches.
SOFIA & PLOVDIV
Sofia is full of Roman Ottoman history with basilicas and tombs. The night life and restaurants are cheap and accessible.
Plovdiv is cosmopolitan city and easily accessible. A stopover in the old centre is a must with a trip to the Roman amphitheater and the street restaurants