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September 25 2027 - March 11, 2028
6-month Hybrid Immersion
200hr Dharma Shakti
Yoga Teacher Training
A Hatha Raja Yoga Teacher Training rooted in Dharma Yoga, guided by Feminine Wisdom. The only Dharma Yoga-informed teacher training in Norway and the Nordic region.
Embody the practice.
Become a passionate yoga teacher.
Start making a positive impact in your community.
— Your InvitationAn international teacher training that offers wisdom from a respected lineage, high quality content and a ceremonial lens behind everything we do.
Quality
Ceremony
Lineage
Training Schedule
2027-2028
In-Person
We will meet in-person at Leela Yoga, Oslo one Saturday per month from September through to March. The Dharma Yoga Intensive Immersion Retreat will take place in between these sessions in October, at Nøsen.
25th September
(Opening Ceremony)
13-17th October
(Intensive Immersion Retreat, Nøsen)
30th October
20th November
11th December
2028
8th January
22nd January
12th February
11th March
(Closing Ceremony)
Online
To supplement the in-person meetings above, we will also be gathering every Sunday (unless otherwise specified) on Zoom from January to March 2028, 6-8pm (CET, Oslo).
26th September
3rd October
10th October
24th October
29th October (Friday)
7th November
14th November
21st November
Rooted in Dharma Yoga,
Guided by Feminine Wisdom
This is a one-of-a-kind hybrid yoga teacher training in Norway that offers three distinct ways of learning over the course of six months.
In-Person Hours - at Leela Yoga, Oslo
Intensive, Immersion Retreat - Nøsen
Online Learning - Digital Course Platform
Who this is for
Students wanting to become teachers
Become a confident yoga teacher. Align yourself with an internationally recognised lineage and method. Lead transformative yoga classes for yourself and others. Share what you love.
Teachers wanting to bridge into Dharma Yoga
Learn how to incorporate the essence of Dharma Yoga into your practice and teaching. Become a part of this growing community and champion this beloved practice here in Oslo and Norway.
Yoga Enthusiasts wanting to dive deeper
Gain a better understanding of all that yoga is and can be. Strengthen your practice physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually. Improve the way you see and show up in the world.
Our mission
Here, lineage meets intuition. Structure meets flow. Receptivity meets opportunity. We´re not just running a yoga school, we´re preserving a practice we love while showing you how to adapt it to the modern landscape and the seasons of life you´re in. Driven by dharma (our life´s purpose) and an unshakeable resolve, this is where yoga meets the ceremony of life. Let’s come back to a state of remembrance — together.
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Warm hugs. Big smiles. Banging playlists — what you will be met with here at The Dharma Approach Yoga School.
We love this practice. Therefore we take the transmission of these teachings seriously (it is our greatest honour).
However, we are also passionate lovers of life, travelling, music, road trips, dancing, and nature therapy.
We believe in the power of friendship and community. Laughter (really) is the best medicine!
We indulge in sauna + cold plunge culture. That´s why you´ll get to experience it too as part of this training!
We embrace, encourage and expect authenticity, sincerity and integrity in all that we do. So no B.S. here. Just good, honest, and kind people. Who know how to bring the vibe ✨
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As Sri Dharma likes to say, there are different kinds of teachers to suit all kinds of students. Likewise there are all kinds of yoga schools to attract all kinds of people.
A high standard of teaching means:
we hold ourselves accountable to measures and guidelines that are globally recognised.
we honour and channel the wisdom of all the teachers that have graced our path.
we raise the bar beyond what is expected / we don´t settle for less.
What we bring to the table:
the ONLY Dharma Yoga-informed training in Norway and Scandinavia.
the ONLY Dharma Yoga-informed training with a female-first approach.
both local AND international experience and points of view.
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We´re not here to hand out certificates like a factory. We´re here to make sure the key messages, practices and philosophy of yoga is communicated well. And that this message is received well — by you. We are here because we care. And we think you do too! We are here because the yoga landscape is changing, humanity is evolving once again, and we believe it is our job to help preserve this practice for generations to come.
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There will be a moment, at some point in this journey, when you feel it in your heart and chest. We won´t know when, but you will. Home. Oh, home. A deep sense of coming home…
Teaching Faculty
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Krissa Ludvigsen
(Owner & Founder,
DYRT-500, ERYT-500)LEAD TRAINER
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Jason Crandell
(Owner, Jason Crandell Yoga Method)
YOGA ANATOMY -
Ina Marie Ilkama
(Author & Ph.D)
SHAKTI STUDIES
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Alexander Medin
(Owner & Director, Nøsen
Co-Owner, Puro Yoga)CLASSICAL YOGA & YOGA PHILOSOPHY
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Tonje Næss
(Co-Founder, Leela Yoga)
BUSINESS OF YOGA
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Millaray Salomon
(Co-Owner, Leela Yoga)
BUSINESS OF YOGA & MANTRA YOGA
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Kristina MacLennan
(500hr Advanced FAMO Fascia Movement Teacher)
YOGA ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (SPECIALISATION: FASCIA)
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Anna Louise Paixao
(500hr Hatha/Sivananda TT + Lymphatic Massage)
HATHA & AYURVEDA
(SPECIALISATION: LYMPHATIC SYSTEM)
The journey you will take…
Not all yoga teacher trainings are made equal. Our approach follows a very specific arc, which mirrors the underlying philosophy here at The Dharma Approach. That is — Presence, Ceremony, Remembrance. Presence (Part 1 below) is where we arrive and find ourselves. It´s the practice of embodiment. Ceremony is where the transformation takes place. It´s the chrysalis moment when student becomes teacher (Parts 2 & 3). Remembrance is what we bring home and what brings us home. It´s the feeling we´re left with, when all is said and done (Part 4). While they are presented below in parts, the truth is that we will spiral — exploring and returning to these concepts again and again… until we get there.
Part 1
Embodiment
We can only guide people as far as we have been ourselves. This phase is about understanding the practice, understanding ourselves, and learning to live the life of a yogi(ni), on and off the mat.
Part 2
Sacred Leadership
The student becomes the teacher — and understands the responsibility that comes with that. Here you begin to hone your skills as an educator, spaceholder and guardian of this ancient practice.
Part 3
Lineage & Craft
This is where we begin to specialise in the Dharma Yoga Method, a form of classical Hatha Raja yoga, with a modern twist. The Dharma Yoga Teaching Course forms the bulk of this section.
Part 4
Internship & Integration
This is the homework, practicum and assessment stage where you get to demonstrate all that you have learned and retained, as well as put things into practice.
What you will learn
Our curriculum follows the standards for an RYS 200 Yoga School as set by Yoga Alliance.
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Asana (Physical Postures)
historical context
Dharma Yoga sequencing and key postures of our lineage
how to naturally weave asana, pranayama (breathwork) and meditation into your practice and classes
how to safely instruct and adapt physical postures based on various needs
Meditation
meditation techniques
chanting, mantras, and mudras
Pranayama (Breathwork) & Subtle Body
historical context
effects on anatomy and subtle body
complete sequencing of pranayama safely, including alternatives and adaptations
key pranayama techniques
koshas, kleshas, nadis, chakras & prana vayus
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Anatomy
Skeletal system (major bones, muscles and joints)
Types of muscle contraction (engagement)
Physiology
Nervous (internal messaging) system
Cardiovascular (blood circulation) system
Endocrine (hormone) system
Digestive (fuel & nutrition) system
Lymphatic (drainage & defence) system
Respiratory (breathing) system
Biomechanics
Types of joint movement
Joint stabilization
Safe movement
Contraindications, misalignments, adaptations
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History
What is “yoga”?
Dharma (Hatha Raja) Yoga lineage, style & methodology
History of yoga, key dates, concepts & time periods
Philosophy
Major yoga texts (Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Hatha Yoga Pradipika)
Self-Reflection
Ethics
Awareness of Yoga Sutras & ethical concepts, guidelines & accountability
Equity (equal access opportunities & responsibilities) in yoga
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Teaching Methodology
Sequencing
Pace
Environment
Cueing
Class management
Professional Development
Yoga-related professional organisations
Business & professional ethics
Lifetime of learning & continuing education
Professionalism guidelines
Marketing & promotion
Market rates, contracts, insurance & accounting tools
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Homework
Internship
Assessment
Feedback
What you will also learn
Our curriculum is also inspired by Dharma Yoga´s Life of a Yogi teacher trainings, as well as all the many (Dharma Yoga and other lineage) teachers around the world that have crossed our path and left a mark. Most notably, you will also learn…
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You cannot fake something that becomes so rooted in your bones. You no longer perform when it´s just something / someone you are.
In order to embody something, you first need to understand what that means to you. What is “yoga”? And what does it mean to “practice”?
To show up authentically, you need to understand and embrace your unique skills and offerings — and play that to your advantage.
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Yoga is philosophy in motion. It was never just an activity or something you set aside time for. It was a framework and guide for living, a lens through which you made sense of the world. This is what we are coming back to.
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“Sharing spiritual knowledge is the greatest type of charity.”
- Sri Dharma MittraWhether you plan to teach or not, whether you one day hold classes for two, twenty or hundreds… knowing who and what you are showing up for makes all the difference.
If you are open, if you let it, yoga can be a beautiful, empowering, transformative experience that can leave a positive imprint on yourself and the people around you. Let´s explore that…
This is a deep, immersive, and transformative teacher training delivered in a passionate, playful, and heartfelt manner. It will require you to work. But the work will pay off. We´re not here to just hand out certificates. We´re here to make sure you get the message.
Requirements to join:
The most important qualities are to have a sincere desire to help others and guide them on their yoga journey, as well as an eagerness to help preserve this practice. It will help if you have some experience of / exposure to Dharma Yoga (30 hours) and/or 2+ years practicing yoga.
Registration, Tuition
& Payment
Investing in yourself should feel good for your nervous system. Here´s all you need to know…
Price
Super Early Bird: 31,000 NOK
until 31st January
Early Bird: 35,000 NOK
until 30th April
Regular: 39,000 NOK
from 1st May
Registration closes 28 August 2027, or when full*.
*Only 14 spots available to encourage a close-knit, personal, and supportive learning experience.
Deposit
5,000 NOK to secure your place. This deposit is part of the total tuition fee, and is non-refundable.
Outstanding Balance
You will be sent an invoice for the outstanding balance, which can be paid in full or in four instalments.
If paying by instalments, the deadlines are 1st March, 1st April, 1st May, 1st June.
Full payment is due by 1st June 2027.
Registrations after 1st June are paid in full at sign-up.
Included
Live teaching and digital course material
Use of mats, bolsters, blocks, straps and blankets at Leela and Nøsen
5-day immersive stay at Nøsen, including three vegetarian or vegan meals a day, and a shared room (room upgrade available for a separate fee, based on availability)
Register now to reserve your spot!
All students are required to pay a non-refundable deposit of 5,000kr to secure your spot. This amount will be deducted from your full tuition fee. The remaining amount will be invoiced to you, due 1st June 2027.
FAQs
Got a question not answered here?
Contact: krissa@thedharmaapproach.com
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Dharma Yoga is a classical Hatha-Raja yoga practice – graceful, strong and playful – created by the beloved guru Sri Dharma Mittra in 1975. Rooted in tradition, it weaves all eight limbs of yoga into the practice, not just the physical postures.
At its heart is ahimsa – compassion and non-violence – the ethical foundation of every Dharma yogi. Students are also encouraged to practise svadhyaya, or self-study. As Dharma says: “Use every tool available!”
Classes open with mantra and intention-setting. The first half flows as a vinyasa sequence, and the second half slows into longer-held postures: balances, inversions, arm balances, backbends, grounding postures and twists. Together they cultivate focus, strength, confidence, openness and surrender, leading naturally into meditation. Each class closes with a deep, guided healing relaxation, pranayama, and a short meditation.
The ultimate aim is self-realisation.
In a nutshell, Dharma Yoga is a modern expression of an ancient path, for the spiritually curious wanderer finding their way home.
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Yes! This 200hr Dharma Shakti Teacher Training builds on Krissa´s existing 100hr Dharma Yoga Teaching Course, which is currently offered as Continuing Education for existing teachers and curious students.
If you have already taken / plan to take the Dharma Yoga Teaching Course with Krissa, those hours will be credited towards the full 200hr training. You will also be issued a discount off the tuition fee worth the value you paid for your 100hr training.
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This will be a hybrid training with three major components:
5-day, in-person, intensive immersion retreat at Nøsen.
monthly gatherings at Leela Yoga, Oslo for six months.
online education platforms with The Dharma Approach and our partner(s).
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While I recommend attending as many of the live calls as possible, I also understand life happens. Our calls will always be recorded and the playback will be available to you via our course portal should you need it.
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Yes! We are in the process of registering our school and curriculum with Yoga Alliance USA.
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All examination homework must be submitted by 5th March 2028, one week before our closing ceremony.
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You can call yourself a Dharma Yoga teacher or Hatha Raja teacher.
One thing to note is that only graduates of the Life of a Yogi Teacher Training at the Dharma Yoga Center can officially use the "DYRT" designation as in "Dharma Yoga Registered Teacher". For example, having done my 200hr and 500hr training there, I have an advanced DYRT designation.
As a student of this course, you are learning from a DYRT (me) the Dharma Yoga method and its teachings. There is enough material here to equip you to teach Dharma Yoga style classes and the homework and challenges have been designed to give you the experience and confidence to own that title when you are ready to claim it for yourself ❤️