23 Day Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Sound Healing 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa, India
Rejuvenating Yoga Teacher Training in India
Experience a memorable Yoga teacher training while enjoying a vacation in Goa! The Association of Yoga and Meditation is one of the most recognised Yoga ashrams in Goa, which develops your personal skills in Yoga practice and leads you towards preparing to teach Yoga professionally, spreading the knowledge of Yoga. This 200-hour Yoga teacher training course is suitable for both beginners and advanced Yoga practitioners. You will be rejuvenated and relaxed after this Yoga course in Goa.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Daily meditation sessions
- Daily yoga, anatomy, and physiology classes
- Pranayama, Ayurveda, and philosophy classes
- Relaxing Ayurvedic massage therapy
- Experienced yoga instructors
- 22 nights' lodging
- All meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
23 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Health Club
- Spa
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Dry cleaning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Newspapers
- Parking lot
AYM is also known as the Association of Yoga and Meditation, and it provides certified Yoga teacher training courses and retreats in Goa, India. The school is situated on the beach at Love Temples Cottage, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Your accommodation will be without air conditioning, and Wi-Fi or internet access will only be available in select areas.
Program
Program highlights
- Beginner-friendly program: Designed for new yogis and aspiring teachers.
- Comprehensive curriculum: Covers Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa, Pranayama, Meditation, Philosophy and one demo session of sound healing.
- Daily practice: Asanas, breathwork, mantra chanting, and mindfulness.
- Experienced teachers: Learn from certified and dedicated Yoga professionals.
- Supportive community: Connect with like-minded students worldwide.
- Immersive experience: Live the yogic lifestyle with healthy meals and holistic living.
- Foundation for teaching: Gain confidence to lead safe and effective yoga classes.
Training details and information
- 200+ hours of training in classical hatha yoga, asana, meditation, pranayama, methodology, history, philosophy, self-empowerment, mindful adjustments, self-care, and more
- Learn from professional educators with experience teaching diverse populations (2500+ hours combined facilitating training).
- Join a supportive community structured so that each person can thrive while learning and growing in their practice.
- Experience yoga in an authentic, inclusive, and receptive environment.
- Learn and practice conscious communication techniques (including listening, asking compassionate questions, and direct yet kind responses).
- The theory of Vinyasa, linking poses and transitions, will be introduced.
- Asana practices every day that the training meets.
- Practice teaching happens the very first week!
- Homework – the instructors are professional educators, and having researched the best way to retain and learn information, they found that when you write and recite the information, the retention is higher.
Why take this training?
Yoga can inspire people to lead happier and healthier lives. Paths are many, and everyone can benefit from this practice somehow. By teaching beginners, you are spreading yoga, sharing this experience with others, and making the world brighter for many! Providing students with a foundation of knowledge on the fundamental goal of yoga practice and the physical postures will empower them to continue and feel confident to make their practice personal. Teaching becomes an extension of personal practice through the vehicles of:
- Integrating ancient practice with modern media
- Consistency of skills related to confidence, presence, and leadership
- Awareness of the levels of energy, karma, and mind
- Personal creativity within the boundaries of yogic science
- Compassion for oneself and others throughout the process of living
Curriculum
Techniques, Training, and Practice will comprise most of the training. It includes the general principles of teaching and practicing asanas, props and modifications, effective class sequencing, and an introduction to meditation and pranayama. In short, you will practice A LOT of Yoga!
Teaching methodology includes:
- Teaching communication skills.
- The business of yoga.
- Teaching yoga to beginners and valuable advice on identifying and honing your teaching path and voice.
Anatomy and Physiology are essential components of Yoga teacher training. Aside from basic anatomy, we will explore the anatomy of Yoga poses, body structure, and healthy movement, how to teach students with injuries and illness, and introduce the subtle energy pathways. Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, and Ethics for Yoga Teachers, including a mandatory daily personal practice for the first 30 minutes of class time.
Practicum Yoga teacher trainees will spend considerable time practicing newly developed skills on one another, with friends and family, and to volunteer students in a studio environment.
Daily schedule
- 07:30 - 08:30 Pranayama / meditation
- 08.30 - 10.00 Ashtanga and Vinyasa flow
- 10:00 - 11:00 Breakfast
- 11:00 - 12:00 Yoga Anatomy
- 12:15 - 13:15 Yoga Philosophy
- 13:15 - 14:30 Lunch
- 14:30 - 16:00 Rest / self study / Karma Yoga
- 16:00 - 17:30 Hatha / Iyengar yoga class
- 18:00 - 19:00 Teaching methodology
- 19:00 Dinner
- 20:00 Evening walks / mantra chanting/video shows, etc.
Daily schedule is subject to change.
Included excursions
- Beach Yoga Classes
- Beach rock meditations
Depending on COVID 19 guidelines.
Instructors
Yogi Chetan Mahesh Ji
Yogi Chetan Mahesh Ji was born in a Vedic family where all the members used to chant Vedic mantras and practice yoga daily. In 1984, he became the champion of yoga sports in Haryana Province. In college, he studied the bio-science stream with yoga as an optional subject and also the master of education which gives him an upper hand while teaching and explaining yoga anatomy and physiology. He finished a Master of Science degree in yoga in 2003 and engaged in imparting yoga teacher training. He became the founder secretary of the Association for Yoga and Meditation in 2005.
Bharat Tilekar
Bharat Tilekar is a yoga instructor and Continuing Education provider.
Location
Goa is located in the southern part of India and is one of the top tourist destinations, boasting breathtaking beaches with stunning views. You can learn from certified Yoga teacher training here at affordable prices and enjoy inexpensive meditation retreats. Goa is the best place in India for a budget-friendly short-term Yoga vacation, where you can rejuvenate and discover your hidden talents. You can unwind and rejuvenate in Goa, discovering your hidden talents. The place offers delicious and spicy food with Yoga and meditation classes on the beach.
Goa gets crowded by tourists and travellers from December to February, as the weather at that time is so pleasant that you can enjoy a sunbath on the beach. In contrast, Western countries typically experience snowfall during this time of year.
Features
General
- Beach
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Yoga studio
Services
- Free toiletries
- Laundry
- Medical assistance
- Room cleaning
- Tour assistance
Food
At AYM, delicious yogic and herbal food is prepared with hygiene and organic ingredients. Your meal will be served three times a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). For refreshment, herbal tea will be served once during the day. The food prepared will be vegetarian, which helps maintain good health by providing the body with essential nutrients and improving stamina and immunity.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Organic
- Yogic
Things to do (optional)
Other than the main program, you can also explore the beautiful surroundings and the beach at Love Temples Cottage.
What's included
- All meals
- Daily Hatha Yoga
- Daily meditation sessions
- Anatomy and physiology classes
- Knowledge of pranayama, Ayurveda, and philosophy
- Teaching methodology
- Relaxing massage therapy
- 200-hour Yoga teacher training certification
- Sessions by expert instructors
- Yoga mats, wooden blocks, straps, and ropes
- Detox kit
- T-shirt and a bag
- 22 nights' accommodation
What's not included
- Additional activities
- Additional transportation
- Airfare
- Visa expenses
- Personal expenses
- Drop off from the school to the airport
- GST
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 50 per person
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
36 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 40 per person
Manohar International Airport
16 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
You can book your flight to Goa International Airport (GOI), which is 29 kilometres away from the capital city of Panaji. From there, you can hire a taxi or travel by local bus to Arambol Beach, Goa. You will easily reach AYM Yoga School, located on the beach at Love Temples Cottage.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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