Sayuri’s Cooked Vegan Chef Training + Certification
(Value $1,990)
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The Accommodation
(optional: you can join the base training and stay at your own accommodation)
Choose Deluxe or Cottage
Whether you would like to share or stay on your own, you will have access to all amenities, daily yoga, meals and training.
The Location
Relax and rejoice just outside of Mysore, in a lush peaceful forest
On-site amenities:
- Fast WiFi
- Hot water in showers
- Swimming Pool
- Doctor on call
- Massage upon request (extra charge)
- Transport (if necessary, at extra cost)
- Clean filtered water
Everything is taken care of
Arrive, Transform, Thrive!
What you’ll get
Cooked Vegan Chef Training
– LEVEL 1 –
Nourishment. Mastery. Soul on a Plate.
Step into the warmth of the kitchen and learn to create vibrant, deeply satisfying vegan dishes that nourish body and spirit alike. Our Vegan Chef Training Level 1 is a professional-level immersion into the art of cooked plant-based cuisine. All designed for aspiring chefs, café owners, retreat cooks, and passionate home creators ready to turn their love of food into a life-changing craft.
Whether you’re feeding your family or preparing to launch your own plant-based food business, this training gives you the foundation, tools, and techniques to cook with confidence, beauty, and soul.
Master Cooked Plant-based Cuisine in just 13 days
Join over 1,500 international students who’ve already stepped into this life-changing path.
At Sayuri Healing Food Academy, we see food as a gateway to transformation. Our 13-day Cooked Vegan Training Level 1 is not just about technique—it’s about awakening vitality, creativity, and conscious living through every dish you create. Whether you’re called to nourish others, start a new chapter, or reconnect with your own body and purpose, this immersive experience gives you the skills and perspective to align food with healing, joy, and deep meaning.
Training Details
and important information
Time and place
13 days/12 nights in Mysore, India
Arrival time
- Please arrive before 5PM on the 1st day, for a welcome circle followed by a welcome dinner.
- If you will be arriving late, please inform us in advance.
- There will be no class on the 1st day.
- The driving time to the airport is 4 hours
Closing time
- The last day ends around 4PM so please plan your schedule or flight accordingly.
- The driving time to the airport is 4 hours
Location
- The course will take place at Chitravana Resort Mysuru
What’s included
Training Overview
Certification
Curriculum
Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
for International Sayuri Academy Retreats
What is the Mysore Vegan Chef Training 2026?
This is a Level 1 Cooked Vegan Chef Training offered by Sayuri Healing Food Academy in collaboration with Rasayana Mysore Kitchen. It’s an immersive 13-day program (12 nights) focused on hands-on plant-based cooking, blending culinary skills with yoga, nutrition talks, and community building. The training emphasizes cooked vegan cuisine from around the world, including Italian, Middle Eastern, Japanese, and South Indian dishes, while incorporating Eastern philosophies like Ayurveda and Chinese tonic herbs. It’s designed for beginners and experienced cooks alike, with a maximum group size of 16 participants divided into sub-groups of 4 for personalized learning.
When and where is the training held?
The retreat runs on different dates, depending on which one you choose during checkout. The location is Chitravana Resort Mysuru, a peaceful forest sanctuary just outside Mysore, India. Classes occur daily from approximately 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (with a lunch break), leaving time for optional yoga. The first day is arrival and welcome (no classes), and the final day ends around 4 PM with a graduation party.
What if I want to come earlier / stay longer?
We encourage you to arrive a day early and leave a day after the course ends. This will give you more peace of mind and will allow you to settle in before we start. Contact us directly after you have booked your course and we will help you book.
Extra nights will be charged separately at $45 (Standard) or $55 (Cottage or Deluxe) per night. You can contact us after payment to arrange your extensions.
What should I know about arrival and departure?
Arrive at the Retreat well before 5 PM on 23 March for welcome circle and dinner. Plan flights after 4 PM on 4 April. Round-trip transfers from the airport are included. The drive from the retreat center to the airport is ~4 hours so please plan accordingly.
After booking, you can email or WhatsApp your flight details to us so we can arrange the Airport Transfer for you.
What accommodation options are available?
Choose from Standard (shared or private), Deluxe, or Cottage rooms, all with AC, hot water, and access to resort amenities like the common pool and resort facilities. Select your preference during booking.
What is included in the price?
The all-inclusive package covers 12 nights’ accommodation (Standard, Deluxe, or Cottage options: shared or private), all 100% plant-based vegan and gluten-free meals (including class lunches, welcome dinner, and graduation party), daily yoga sessions, the full chef training and certification (valued at $1,990), hands-on classes with manuals and apron, airport transfers (Bengaluru Airport round-trip), field trip, tastings, on-site amenities (WiFi, pool, AC, filtered water, doctor on call), and non-alcoholic beverages.
What is not included?
International or domestic flights, alcoholic beverages, extra massages or transport (available at additional cost), food orders outside included mealsand any VISA cost. Travel Insurance & medical expenses are also not included.
What is the daily schedule like?
On class days: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM (morning session with demos and hands-on practice), 12:00–1:00 PM (lunch break featuring class-made meals plus café buffet), and 1:00–3:30 PM (afternoon session). Mornings or evenings can include optional yoga led by an experienced instructor. There’s one day off for rest or an optional Balinese cultural excursion. The program includes live tastings, food evaluations, a field trip to a local vegan café, and a final project where you create your own dishes.
Do I need prior cooking experience to join?
No prior knowledge or experience in vegan or plant-based cooking is required. It’s suitable for beginners, health professionals, aspiring chefs, or seasoned cooks new to vegan methods.
What resources can I use to prepare for the training?
Start with documentaries like Forks Over Knives, Earthlings, Cowspiracy, or Dominion. Books such as David Wolfe’s Superfoods, Gabrielle Cousens’ Conscious Eating, Becoming Raw by Brenda Davis, or The China Study by T. Colin Campbell are great. Search YouTube for “Raw Food,” “Gabrielle Cousens,” or “David Wolfe,” and explore FoodMatters.com for inspiration.
Are children or babies allowed?
For safety reasons, children and babies are not permitted to attend this retreat.
Should I get travel insurance?
Yes. We recommend travel insurance for every attendee. Please find a suitable insurance based on your personal situation.
How much does the training cost?
Prices start at $2,610 for the all-inclusive package (accommodation, meals, yoga, transfers, and certification). Payment is secure via PayPal or credit card, with immediate confirmation upon checkout. Accommodation type selection follows on the booking page.
Are there any discounts available?
Yes, we offer an influencer discount program: up to 50% off for those with 100,000+ engaged followers in health, yoga, or food wellness. You can contact us to explore this option.
How do I book, and what is the capacity?
Book online until spots fill up. We confirm in order of payment receipt. Maximum capacity is 16 participants, so we recommend booking early. Once full, submissions close.
What certification do I receive, and is it recognized?
You’ll earn a Plant-Based Vegan Chef Level 1 certificate from Sayuri Healing Food Academy, detailing your skills in basic kitchen techniques, nutrition, and world cuisines. While there’s no global standard like Yoga Alliance, a Sayuri Certification is well known and very well-regarded in the plant-based culinary community and includes listing in our alumni Chef Directory for networking.
What equipment or items should I bring?
Bring your favorite knife (e.g., 18–21 cm blade like Global, Wüsthof, Shun, or Victorinox). Also bring comfortable clothing for yoga/cooking, reusable water bottle, and enthusiasm!
Manuals, aprons, and workstations are supplied.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations are allowed up to 30 days before the retreat starts. Refunds are calculated minus 10% transaction cost. Bookings are non-transferable without prior written approval.
Still have a question?
Please contact us on WhatsApp via the button on this page or email us at [email protected]
From our Students
What our students say about Sayuri Academy
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“Thank you so much Sayuri Healing Food Academy, I enjoy and learn a lot from my almost 2 weeks of plant-based vegan chef training 1. Your trainings were very insightful using only the fresh and greens of Bali’s fruits and vegetables. The workstations are fully equipped with the latest kitchen gadgets and complete ingredients for our daily tasks. I highly recommend this training to everyone who wanted to gain more knowledge about plantbased delectable recipes. Missing my soft serve ice cream with a benefit. Cheers to a more successful Sayuri Healing Food Academy this 2025.”
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“Sayuri’s plant based vegan chef course opened the doors of diversity and healing. I admired their approach in bringing the science of joyful cooking. Their organisational skills are commendable. I loved it ❤️ I experienced passion and perfection in Sayuri’s Vegan Training . My culinary experiences at Sayuri has set a fruitful beginning to my explorative journey in vegan international cuisine. The perfected recipes reduced our effort to a great extent. Energy in Sayuri is undeniably amazing!”
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“I loved how each day we explored new cuisines and ultimately ended up becoming one big family. Demonstrating and living on the healing power of foods will be my biggest take away and the magic that happens at Sayuris :’)”
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“My two weeks of raw chef training was a life changing experience for me. Not only I was so inspired by the idea of a more plant based lifestyle and how plant based dishes were created, I was also drawn to Bali’s magical culture and lifestyle. In addition, I bonded with like-minded people who have become some of my best friends (Amy and Kelly). I enjoyed my first course so much, that I attended Raw chef Level 2, Raw desserts Level 1 and Raw chocolate Level 1 some months later.”
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Attending your first vegan retreat in India was truly a refreshing and nourishing experience. What stood out most was how much value the retreat offered compared to the investment — every aspect felt thoughtfully designed to give participants more than they expected.
The eco-conscious setting and mindful details created a space that felt both grounding and inspiring. The plant-based meals were not only delicious but also curated with such creativity and care that they felt like fine dining, yet accessible. Each dish reflected the effort to deliver quality without excess cost, making the dining experience a highlight.
The sessions blended yoga, meditation, and discussions seamlessly. They were engaging, well-paced, and encouraged both reflection and connection. It was clear that the program was structured to maximize learning and transformation within a short span, making it highly worthwhile.
Everything was well-coordinated — from the schedule to the hospitality. The attention to detail showed that a lot of love and effort went into planning, ensuring participants received more than what they paid for.
✨ What made this retreat truly unique was the opportunity to access such specialized trainings in India for two full weeks. Usually, programs of this depth and diversity are either scattered across different places or condensed into shorter formats. Here, we had the rare chance to immerse ourselves in yoga, meditation, plant-based living, and community connection — all in one retreat, without the need to travel abroad or spend excessively. That combination of affordability and richness is something new and deeply valuable.
The retreat left me feeling lighter, more connected, and motivated to deepen my plant-based journey. It was not just an event, but a transformative experience that delivered exceptional value.
Congratulations on this successful beginning. I look forward to seeing how your retreats continue to grow and touch more lives.
Dee: Her kindness and warmth made every session feel welcoming and safe. She guided us with such compassion that the learning felt effortless.
Sahana: A true powerhouse of energy — her enthusiasm was contagious and kept the group motivated throughout.
Tapan: His grounded approach to teaching Ashtanga brought depth and stability to the practice, reminding us of the importance of balance and discipline.
🙏 Thanks to the entire Sayuri team and everyone involved in making this retreat such a unique, memorable, and truly value-for-money experience.
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