Sri BNS Iyengar, the world's oldest living Ashtanga Yoga teacher, will appear in person once again at the beautiful Chitravana Retreats for a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive Yoga Teacher Training Nov. 30-Dec. 13, 2026.
Due to the high demand of his 100th birthday retreat in September, he has requested to do one more training to accommodate those who cannot join in September.
Join BNS and his longtime student Joey Paz Nov. 30-Dec. 13, 2026 for a 2-week training in the traditional system of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, including Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, and Philosophy. At 100 years of age, BNS is one of the last remaining students of Krishnamacharya still teaching today, and one of the world's most exceptional scholars and sages of Yoga.
15 spots remaining in this retreat. Please do not hesitate to save your spot right away!
Guruji BNS Iyengar, the world’s senior living Ashtanga Yoga teacher and scholar at age 100!
BNS Iyengar is a living mystic from the golden age of yoga. He is the last of his generation and represents a bygone era. There will never be another teacher like him. This could be one of the last opportunities to experience learning with him in person.
You do not have to be a yoga teacher or advanced practitioner to participate in this immersion retreat. This experience will deepen your understanding of yoga, no matter who you are.
ACCOMMODATION AND TRAINING
You will be staying and practicing at Chitravana Retreats. Just outside the bustling city of Mysore, this resort is a space of pure peace and tranquility, surrounded by 6 acres of tropical forest. A swimming pool, amphitheater, and solitude can be found on the resort grounds for guest use. The property features 20 rooms and 10 cottages of comfortable accommodation in a serene jungle setting surrounded by tropical plants and animals. Each day, Guruji BNS will come to the resort to conduct his classes and lectures.
Chitravana Resorts is located just outside Mysore in a forested setting. Guests will have full access to the resort’s amenities, including a restaurant, amphitheater, playground, and swimming pool!
This retreat is all-inclusive - comfortable, modern accommodation and daily delicious Ayurvedic meals will be provided on-site for guests. Every detail will be arranged in advance for you. All you have to do is show up, and experience authentic yoga practice and philosophy with a true living legend in the land of its origin.
Food
This retreat will be fully catered by Sahana of Rasayana Mysore Kitchen. Sahana is a world-renowned Ayurvedic chef, and her meals are highly complementary to a daily yoga practice. Each day, guests will be provided with a full brunch and dinner consisting of delicious vegan/vegetarian Ayurvedic meals provided on site. We can say with full confidence that Rasayana Mysore Kitchen is the most amazing and highest quality food they’ve ever had in all of their journeys to Mysore over the years.
All meals will be provided by Sahana Murthy of Ramayana Mysore Kitchen.
Sahana is a world renowned chef and each meal is an exquisite culinary experience!
Schedule and itinerary information
8:30am-12pm : Morning Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, & Philosophy sessions with Guruji BNS Iyengar, the world’s senior living Ashtanga Yoga teacher, assisted by Joey Paz
12pm-1pm : Lunch provided by Rasayana Mysore Kitchen
1pm - 4:30pm : Free time to relax, study, explore Mysore, or enjoy the pool!
4:30-6pm : Afternoon Philosophy, Mantra Chanting, and Meditationw ith Joey Paz and Guest lectures with Mysore scholars
6-7pm : Dinner provided by Rasayana Mysore Kitchen
If you have always wanted to go to India to study yoga, but didn’t want to go alone, this is your perfect chance to make the journey with a friendly crew of seasoned Mysore veterans. Your host, Joey Paz, has made the journey to India over 10 times and has spent a considerable amount of time there, and knows the ropes very well. He will be there to assist you every step of the way and make sure you have everything you need at all times. With food, accommodation, and every other detail arranged in advance for you, this retreat has the potential to be a truly transformational life experience.
When you are not studying and practicing yoga in its fullest depth, you will have plenty of time to relax poolside at the tropical resort in the legendary city of Mysore, India - The birthplace of modern yoga.
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Shared Regular Room - (14 spots available)
$1,499 Early Bird price until October 31, 2026
$1,599 Regular price from Nov. 1 - Nov. 15
$1,699 Procrastinator price after Nov. 15
Private Regular Room - (1 available)
$2,599 Early Bird price until October 31, 2026
$2,699 Regular price from Nov. 1 - Nov. 15
$2,799 Procrastinator price after Nov. 15Shared Premium Room - (2 spots available)
$1,699 Early Bird price until October 31, 2026
$1,899 Regular price from Nov. 1 - Nov. 15
$1,999 Procrastinator price after Nov. 15
(Please note that Premium rooms only contain 1 bed. The shared Premium Room option is only for partners or close friends attending the retreat together.)
Private Premium Room - (1 available)
$2,799 Early Bird price until October 31, 2026
$2,799 Regular price from Nov. 1 - Nov. 15
$2,899 Procrastinator price after Nov. 15
You may register with a $100 deposit to secure your spot. Once you register, we will get in touch to set up a payment plan that works for you. The earlier you register, the lower your monthly payments will be. -
What's included
All yoga classes, material, and curriculum held during the retreat
2 full meals a day of delicious, Ayurvedic vegan/vegetarian cuisine provided on-site at theresort by Rasayana Mysore Kitchen (Please note that we will have 1 or 2 nights where no meals are served at the resort, as we will be out on an excursion in Mysore.)
14 days / 13 nights of accommodation at Chitravana Jungle Resort, from Monday, November 30 to Sunday, Dec. 13
A 100 hour online course consisting of philosophy lectures with Mysore’s senior scholars, yours to keep for 1 year
A certificate of completion that you have studied directly with Guruji BNS Iyengar, the world’s elder living Ashtanga Yoga teacher, in person. This certification will be valid for 100 hours of Continuing Education (CE) credits with Yoga Alliance.
Guest workshops with Dr. Nagaraj Rao, Sri M.A. Alwar, Sri TRS Sharma, and more.
A full PDF training guide of all material covered during the YTT for continued study
Weekly excursions and adventures to important historical sites in Mysore
Unlimited use of the resort grounds, including the swimming pool
Guest lectures from some of Mysore’s most revered scholars
A brand new crew of global friends and acquaintances
Memories to last a lifetime!
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You will fly into Bangalore Airport (BLR). Once you have your flight purchased, we can arrange an airport pickup directly to the resort for a fee of 5,000 Rupees.
Our driver will be waiting for you at arrivals holding a sign with your name on it for a worry free arrival to the retreat.
There are also daily buses from Bangalore airport to Mysore that are cheaper, but take longer. Joey will be happy to assist with this information after you have registered.
One of the field trips we will take together during the YTT - a trip to the top of the iconic Chamundi Hill overlooking the city of Mysore.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS
Sri BNS Iyengar
Sri BNS Iyengar has many titles. Lovingly referred to as “Guruji” by his students, he is one of the world’s most revered Yogis, a renowned Sanskrit scholar, and a direct student of Sri T. Krishnamacharya, “the father of modern yoga,” whose knowledge of Yoga philosophy is unparalleled. As part of the peer group that developed in Mysore in the formative years of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, he is an important figure in the parampara, or lineage, of Mysore’s rich yoga heritage. Today, at age 100, he is the world’s elder living master and philosopher of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga who is still teaching Ashtanga Yoga today.
Joey Paz
READY TO JOIN?
You may register with a $100 deposit to secure your spot. Once you register, we will get in touch to set up a payment plan that works for you. The earlier you register, the lower your monthly payments will be.
Please feel free to contact Joey on WhatsApp at +1 4058239919 with any questions.
THIS TRAINING IS LIMITED TO 25 STUDENTS ONLY. Register as far in advance as possible to ensure your spot and get the lowest monthly payment plan.
