When I decided to do my 200 hour yoga teacher training in India, I quickly became overwhelmed by the amount of school options available to me. I wanted somewhere that would help me learn and perfect asanas and how to teach a class, but I also wanted a school that focused on the other aspects of yoga (meditation, philosophy, relaxation etc). Anyways, after days of research and deliberation I stumbled upon Padmas site, I sent her an email, and her warm, loving and welcoming response sealed the deal instantly for me.Arriving in India, I had Padmas personal driver waiting for me at the airport which was a great way to start my trip, and I was taken to the most idyllic yoga location – a rooftop yogashala surrounded by palm trees and nature and a mere two minute walk to the beach (you can hear the ocean from the studio).All of us (students_ had different levels of yoga experience ranging from just a few drop in classes (me) to 10 years…but within a couple weeks we were all so flexible, doing things that we never thought possible and looked like pros. Padma has this gentle way of encouraging her students without ever pushing too far, and her strong belief in all of us helped us to achieve asanas such as the headstand, the crow, the scorpio etc that without proper training can take years.We spent a great deal of time practicing teaching on each other (which is beneficial even if you aren’t planning on teaching, because you learn so much from each other and get to practice and perfect the asanas in the process). At the end of it, all of us were able to teach a 90 minute class with knowledge, ease and confidence.I cant say enough about Padmas ability to teach yoga, she truly is gifted. And the food provided during the course was always 100% fresh, healthy and delicious. When we weren’t in school, it was amazing to be able to take walks along the beach and nice to just stroll along the boardwalk in the quaint small, extremely safe town where the yoga school is located. All in all, it was an incredible experience and I cant wait to go teach and spread all the knowledge that Padma has shared with me!

I came across Padma online, at first glance I had a warm feeling. I had very little yoga experience before starting the 200 hour teacher training course. With this course experience is not necessary, you only need  to believe and have faith. Padma is lovely, kind and as has a sense of humour. She has total belief in her students, that we can achieve anything we put our mind to. Her teaching style is calm yet energetic. Padma teaches you all you need to know, from what a true yogic life style is, to Pranayama breathing, asana’s, meditation and chanting. From the start of the course Padma gave us a sequence to practice and teach to others in the class daily, so when the practical exam came I was very confident. With the help of Padmas knowledge and guidance I went from passing the course to teaching straight away. I am very proud of my self and of what I have achieved in such a short time, this is down to Padmas belief in me, which helped me believe in my self. Namaste Guru Padma, until we meet again.

Padma is a wonderful teacher who takes you on this yoga journey together with her. She is always present, always available to answer your questions and very attentive during the yoga classes, knowing exactly when and where corrections are to be made and when to push you just that little bit further. As I am new to yoga this was all important to me. I can recommend doing TTC here with all my heart. Enjoy!

Three years ago I attended yoga sessions with Padma.I appreciated her way of ntroducing me step by step in the world of yoga.I couldn’t forget this experience, and this year I came back to India thinking about the possibility to became myself a yoga teacher. I felt deeply that I could choose the yogic path as part of my life. I attended a six weeks teachers training course with Padma. I worked very hard, during group class and individually with Padma. I learnt  yoga practice,pranayama, yoga philosophy, chanting and meditation. The school is located in a beautiful setting, in the jungle and near the see, where the concentration and the peace of the mind comes naturally. With Padma you slowly enter in the concept that yoga is within you and her kindness and long experience in teaching yoga guide you to become a good teacher.I thank Padma of her help.

I Undertook a teacher training course with Padma,  which has been such a great experience in so many levels for me. Padma is so passionate and committed to yoga – There is no doubt that the yoga is the goal of her life, and it has a strong inpact on you as a student. Padma gave me confidence to go back to Denmark start teaching in my on shala. Padma is for me a unique inspiration and I am always looking forward for my next visit to her Indian shala.

Padma is a loving teacher who radiates kindness and generosity towards her students. Her classes are dynamic and challenging and I felt myself grow stronger and more flexible as I deepened my practice under her guidance. Each class left me feeling refreshed, content and ready for more. Many thanks to a great teacher and friend for sharing her extensive knowledge and yoga experience, always with a big warm smile

Padma is hospitable and generous, spirited. After teaching or massaging you, she might take you to the best local tailor or share a good laugh, or cook you a delicious curry

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