Course Details:

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

  • Duration: 24 Days
  • Language: English
  • Module: Residential with Meals
  • Level: Beginner to Intermediate
  • Certification: Yoga Alliance
  • Style: Multi-style
  • Date: 1st-24th of every month
Prerequisites

A high degree of self-motivation is required for all aspects of the course. The practice and especially the teaching of yoga demand a high degree of self-discipline and purity. To ensure the success of the program, participants are required to attend all spiritual activities, meditation sessions, lectures and asana classes.

Meat, fish, eggs, alcohol, tobacco, drugs and nudity are prohibited during the course as they are counterproductive to the yoga practice. Participants who do not comply with the school rules may be dismissed from the course.

Rules for Students

Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in the school. If you are having a fast any day, you have to inform the kitchen manager for avoiding food waste. Always make discipline, respect teachers and follow all rules. Always be on the time, you are late means will not be permitted to join the class.

Clear your books of account before departure from Vinyasa Yoga Ashram. Before departure return your books, maps or any goods which you borrowed. Vinyasa Yoga Ashram provides accommodation for a student who joins the yoga course. So any friends or relatives will not be included in accommodation however they can stay in school by renting another room. The student has to be present in all scheduled program of Vinyasa Yoga Ashram.

Refund Policy

An advance of course fees will not be refundable, only in the case of emergency students can join us on other schedules.

If a student cancels the course after joining it, we accept cancellation but course fees will not be refunded in cancellation. There is no charge of course cancellation.

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India

Become yoga alliance registered yoga teacher (ryt 200) through Vinyasa Yoga Ashram’s 200 hour yoga teacher training course and start your career in yoga. Our comprehensive and professional program is designed for all levels of practitioners which includes several aspects of yoga, I.E. From asanas to kriyas and prepares you to become an independent yoga teacher.

Be a part of this life-changing experience at Shri ram yog society Ashram and begin your pleasant journey to lighten up your true self through yoga. Our 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh India will provide you the deepest possible knowledge of yoga both in the form of theory as well as practical.

We aim to incorporate yoga into your daily life and help you in becoming a confident yoga teacher. So, get ready and join us in our beautiful journey of The 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification Course at Shri ram yog society

Course Syllabus for 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

ASHTANGA YOGA

  • Introduction to Ashtanga yoga (Primary series) followed by Sun salutation A & B.
    Stretching and Strengthening Practice For Transitions and Traditional Postures In The Sequence.
  • Standing sequence postures & use of yoga props.
  • Seated sequence postures & Finishing sequence postures.
  • Mysore style & Teaching practice.

VINYASA FLOW

      • Introduction to Vinyasa flow and Hatha vinyasa flow.
      • What is a difference between Vinyasa flow and Hatha vinyasa flow?
      • Pawanmukht asana series(joints movements)
        • Series 1 – Anti-rheumatic
        • Series 2 – Digestive/abdominal
        • Series 3 – Shakti Bandha
      • Hatha sunsalutation and Moon salutation.
      • Asthanga sunsalutation.
      • Asana practice
        • Standing posture
        • Balancing posture (arm, one legged)
        • Sitting posture with twisting and forward bending
        • Prone posture
        • Backward extensions
        • Inversions (upside-down)
        • Supine posture
        • Relaxing posture
      • Restorative asanas.
      • Teaching methodology.

    The theory is just as important as practising.

    Note- Understanding how we can create a sequence for beginner practitioners and intermediate practitioners and what you need to do in class.

YOGA PHILOSOPHY

  • Introduction to Philosophy . Goal meaning & definition yoga.
  • How to achieve the goal of yoga & importance of scriptures in process.
  • Shruti & Smriti
  • Indian Schools of thought astika & nastika
  • History of Yoga- ( Classical Yoga-) Hatha Yoga
  • Modern Yogis
  • Types of Yoga Bhakti karma kriya kundalini,Raja Yoga
  • Raja Yoga – Patanjali yoga intro 8 limbs and everyone will repeat
  • 8 limbs in detail Yama Niyama
  • Asan Pranyam Pratyhar
  • Dharna Dhyan Samadhi
  • First three sutra of patanjali
  • Scriptures: Bhagwad Gita
  • Four Castes & Four stages of life
  • Buddhism & Vipassana
  • Panch Klesha Avidya Asmita Raag Dvesha Abhinivesh
  • Panch Koshas
  • Chakras
  • Revision

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

  • Yogic anatomy, psychology, phisilogy introduction
  • What is yoga from a science and anatomy point of view?
  • How yoga supports our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual life from Scientific point of view?
  • Understand Asana, movements and exercise from yogic science
  • Anatomy, Alignment and biomechanics of 7 major parts of body
  • Wrist joint anatomy, alignment ,biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation
  • Elbow joint anatomy, Alignment, biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation
  • Shoulder joint anatomy, Alignment,biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation
  • Spine the axis of the body anatomy, alignment , safety rules, biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation
  • Hip joint anatomy, alignment ,biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation
  • Knee joint anatomy, alignment ,biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation
  • Ankle joint anatomy, alignment, biomechanics, prehab and rehabilitation.
  • Understanding of thoughts, mind, experience from nervous system, neuroscience and yogic point of view
  • Understand the breathing and pranayama from yogic and scientific point of view
  • Learn to the core muscles for better spine stability and optimised breathing pattern

PRANAYAMA & SHATKARMA

  • Introduction to Pranayama
  • Benefits of Pranayama
  • Yogic Breathing
  • Introduction to Ashta Kumbhaka
  • Theoretical Knowledge and Practical experience in Anulom Vilom, Nadi Shodhan, Surya Bhedi, Chandra Bhedi, Sheetkari, Sheetali, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Bhastrika, Antar and Bahir Kumbakh, Tri bandhas
  • Pancha Prana breathing
  • Sequencing of Pranayama
  • Introduction to shatkarma
  • Practical experience of Jala neti, Rubber neti, Trataka & Kunjal
  • Benefits of Shatkarma practise

ASANA ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENT

  • What is alignment and why it is important
  • What is an Asana , an exercise and a movement
  • What is ideal alignment of body
  • How to avoid misalignment
  • How body can be positioned to optimise the Asana and exercise
  • 9 major joints of the body movements patterns
  • How to move and position the joints of body with safety and avoid injury
  • What are the best possible patterns of movements
  • How to prepare for an Asasna
  • How to modify and do variation in an Asana
  • Common mistakes in Asana
  • How to adjust students in Asanas and classes
  • Alignment of all types Sun Salutations
  • Alignment of standing, balancing, forward bend , backbends, sidebends , twisting and inversions.

MEDITATION

  • Introduction to Meditation
  • Benefits of Meditation
  • Importance of meditation
  • Meditation and Brain health
  • Meditation & it’s effect on Stress Management
  • Obstacles in Meditation
  • Role of Concentration in Meditation
  • Tips for developing concentration
  • Meditation on Body & Breath
  • Om Chanting Meditation
  • Antar & Bahir Tratak
  • Dynamic Meditation
  • Tips for Silent Meditation
  • Ajapa japa
  • Antar Mouna
  • Nada Meditation

EVALUATION

Students will be tested based on

  • Written Test
  • Asana Practical Test
  • Vinyasa Flow teaching to the class
  • Attendance, Performance & behaviour

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCES

  • Sound healing
  • Keertan meditation
  • Beach yoga
  • Acro yoga
  • Yin yoga
  • Partner yoga
  • Observing silence

Note:- all these additional classes are not part of the course but are included additionally

Daily Schedule for 200Hr Yoga TTC

Time Activity
05:00 – 06:00 Yoga Sadhana (Morning Practice)
06:15 – 07:15 Pranayama and Meditation
07:30 – 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga
09:00 – 09:30 Breakfast
09:30 – 10:30 Yoga Philosophy
10:30 – 12:00 Anatomy
12:00 – 13:00 Lunch
13:00 – 14:30 Teaching Methodology
14:30 – 16:00 Hatha Yoga
16:15 – 17:15 Restorative Yoga
17:30 – 18:30 Evening Meditation
18:30 – 19:30 Dinner
19:30 – 21:00 Evening Discussion/Group Sharing

COURSE TIMELINE

Check in

Date: 1st of Month, Time: 10:00 AM

Opening Ceremony

Date: 1st of Month, Time: 04:00 PM

Certification

Date:23rd of Month, Time: 04:00 PM

Check out

Date:24th of Month, Time: 10:00 AM

  • 23 Nights/24 Days of Private or Shared Accommodation
  • 1 Full Body Ayurvedic Massage
  • Yoga Books
  • Notebooks and pens
  • Cleansing Kit
  • Training Manual
  • Theoretical and Practical Skills
  • Fire Ceremony
  • Evening Ganga Beach Meditation
  • Daily Nutritious Vegetarian, Gluten free, Vegan meals and tea
  • Two Weekend excursions
  • CCTV surveillance
  • 24-hour reception available
  • 24-hour water supply
  • A low-cost laundry service/ washing machine available.
  • Ganga is close to sit and meditate
  • Market nearby
  • Wifi Access
  • Ayurveda Session
  • Kirtan
  • Free Pickup from Dehradun Airport/Rishikesh Bus station/Rishikesh Railway Station.
  • Air fare
  • Room Heater – 150 USD Extra
  • Air-conditioner- 150 USD Extra

Limited Air-conditioned rooms available Request to be placed at the time of booking due to limited availability

Clothes:

  • Please Carry a White Dress For Course Cermony
  • As for Yoga gear, we recommend carrying a couple of pairs of leggings or yoga pants and supportive tops, especially if you have a favorite style.
  • Pants (for yoga, town, travel, hiking)
  • Tops (for yoga, short or long sleeved shirts for other activities)
  • Outer layer (sweatshirt or light jacket/fleece)
  • Sleepwear
  • Sandals or flip-flops
  • Please carry a bath towel

Yoga Mat:

  • Our schools offer mats however, if you are used to use your own, bring one from home.
  • We Provide You All The Course Material

Toiletries:

  • Carry essentials like deodorants, mosquito-repellents, sanitary towels, these are all you can buy From Nearby Shop locally
  • Generally Things Like Soap Or Shampoo You Can Carry With You, Also You can Buy From Here with the nearby Shop.

Medicines:

  • Yoga Schools usually offer Saatvic vegetarian meals. If you are not used to a completely vegetarian meal, we recommend carrying your supplements or multivitamins. In addition carry your supply of prescription medicines, medicines for allergies, flu, muscle pains or even eye drops for dryness.

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Frequently Asked Questions On 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

What is a 200 hour yoga teacher training course?

The 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh or 200 hour Yoga TTC in Rishikesh is a beginner yoga course which allows one to accumulate the fundamental knowledge of yoga philosophy, anatomy, alignment and especially makes you able to teach yoga(hatha, ashtanga and vinyasa) around the world under the guidelines of Yoga alliance USA.

Is a 200 Hours yoga teacher training course enough to teach yoga?

As long as it is about certification, Yes 200 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh is enough for an individual to be able to teach yoga classes anywhere but in order to be confident teacher and teach professionally many places demand for 500 hours but sometimes it is more about your experience and teaching skills that would be more appreciated.

How long does it take to complete a 200 hour yoga teacher training course?

200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh takes 24 to 30 days in general and it depends upon how the course and syllabus has been designed by the organization, sometimes online 200 hour yoga ttc in Rishikesh could take 2 to 3 months if done few classes a week on the other hand offline 200YTTC may just take upto a month since everyday there can be 7 to 8 sessions per day that covers the whole syllabus which follows the yoga alliance standards.

Can a beginner do 200 hours yoga teacher training course?

Yoga is not about flexible or strong people but for anyone who is willing to give time to themselves and yoga, 200 hour yoga ttc in Rishikesh could help a novice learn the basics of yoga and could motivate one to teach in future once one realizes the capability of him to pass it on others, not always one does TTC to teach but to learn himself too.

How do I prepare for a 200 hour yoga teacher training course? tell me?

200 hours yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is a beginner course anyway so if there is no previous knowledge about yoga, it is going to be fine, since everything one learns is new, the information could be felt too much for one to process, otherwise better prepare yourself mentally that you are going to be staying somewhere only for yourself for a month so keep the stuff with you that is necessary for your use like your personal belongings, course related paraphernalia is provided during course.

How to Reach here?

By Air

Jolly Grant Airport, about 25 km from Rishikesh, has daily flights from Delhi. We can arrange a cab from the airport to our school for an additional fee.

By Train

Daily trains connect Delhi to Haridwar railway station. Upon arriving at Haridwar Railway Station, we can organize a pickup for you at a reasonable charge.

By Taxi

We can also arrange a convenient cab pickup from Delhi to our school in Rishikesh for a reasonable fee.

By Bus

You can take a bus from Delhi to Rishikesh Bus Stand. Upon arrival, we can arrange a cab to our school for a suitable fee.

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