23 Day Small Group Course: 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Certification

Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).

This is a 23-day life-changing yoga teacher training organized by Rishikesh Adiyogi Yoga School.

It is designed to take your yoga skills to a whole new level and also enhance the ability to teach the skills you will have gained after the completion of your course.

This 200-hour yoga teacher training course comprises Hatha yoga and Ashtanga yoga and promises to make you a yoga master with a step-by-step curated syllabus taught by expert teachers.

This course is taught in the world’s most fruitful yoga hub which is Rishikesh, where you learn every aspect of the course in a peaceful environment which will help make you an inspirational yoga teacher.

This program is for anyone who just started yoga and wants to make it a lifestyle, or even make a career as a yoga teacher. Rishikesh Adiyogi Yoga

School only accepts 10 students per batch to ensure every student graduate is closer to their goal.

This course polishes you with proper alignment of postures, such as the Ashtanga primary series, and also enables you to attain the designation of RYT 200 which will make you eligible for a 300-hour yoga teacher training course.

If you are keen on yoga and want to make a career as a yoga teacher, then you have come to the right place because you will not just be enhancing and advancing your yoga skills, but you will also be taught at a place that is also equally keen to see you as a successful and motivating yoga teacher.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a warm herbal tea, and our experienced spa concierge will guide you through a personalized consultation. Together, they will tailor a spa experience that addresses your unique needs and preferences.

Benefits

If you are passionate about yoga and want to share its benefits with others, then this 200-hour yoga teacher training course is the perfect opportunity to deepen your knowledge and expand your skills.

Here are some of the benefits of taking a 200-hour yoga teacher training course:

1. Comprehensive learning

A 200-hour yoga teacher training course provides a comprehensive learning experience that covers a wide range of topics, from yoga philosophy and history to anatomy and physiology. You will also learn how to design and sequence classes and develop your teaching skills through practical experience.

2. Deepening your practice

A 200-hour yoga teacher training course is an opportunity to deepen your personal practice, both physically and spiritually. You will learn advanced yoga poses, meditation techniques, and pranayama (breathing exercises), and have the opportunity to explore different styles of yoga.

3. Building confidence

Teaching yoga requires confidence, and a 200-hour yoga teacher training course can help you develop this essential quality through practice teaching, feedback, and support from your teachers and peers, you will gain the confidence you need to lead safe and effective yoga classes.

4 Networking opportunities

A 200-hour yoga teacher training course is a great way to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for yoga. You will have the opportunity to meet other yoga teachers, practitioners, and students, and build relationships that can last a lifetime.

5. Career opportunities

A 200-hour yoga teacher training course is the first step towards a career in yoga teaching. Once you are certified, you can start teaching yoga classes at studios, gyms, community centers, or even online. You can also continue your education and specialize in a specific area of yoga, such as prenatal yoga or yoga therapy.

Syllabus

Yogic history and principles

• Origins and traditions of yoga
• What is yoga?
• Patanjali Yoga Sutra
• Patanjali Yoga Sutra
• Type of yoga
• Chakra
• Pachkosha
• Three nadis
• Samkhya yoga
• Ashtanga yoga (8 limbs)
• Vedanta
• Ayurveda
• Kundalini

Human Anatomy and Physiology

• Introduction
• Terminology
• Skeletal system
• Joints and range of motion
• Muscular system
• Postural imbalances
• Physiology of yoga asana
• Standing
• Backbend
• Forward bend
• Twist
• Inversion
• Digestive system
• Respiration system
• Physiology of pranayama
• Physiology of meditation
• Lesson planning, practical, and assessment

Teaching methodology and yoga alignment

The class will create a syllabus and learn an important method to teach them, the value of how to optimize and adjust the pose, and some variation for the use of props and other ways to make a technique.

Pranayama practice session

The purpose of pranayama is the technique of regulating the breath. It is an essential component of yoga, and it is a physical and mental health-promoting practice. "Prana" signifies life energy in Sanskrit, while "yama" denotes control. Pranayama yoga is to unite the mind and body. It also provides your body with enough oxygen and eliminates pollutants. This is intended to give physiological and therapeutic advantages.

Pranayama comprises numerous breathing exercises and sequences. You intentionally inhale, exhale, and keep your breath in a particular manner. Pranayama has its advantages and the therapeutic effects of breathing techniques and awareness account for these benefits.

• Yogic breathing
• Nadi Sodhan
• Kapalbhati
• Bhastrika
• Ujjayi
• Bhramari
• Tratak
• Yoga Nidra
• Mantra chanting
• Anjali mudra
• Chin mudra
• Jnana mudra

Program Highlights:

• Week 1: Introduction of yoga
• Week 2: Focus on intense practice, asana. adjustment, and modification
• Week 3: Focus on the lesson plan
• Week 4: Assessment, evolution, and lead classes certification

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

• Ashtanga Vinyasa series
• Drishti and bandha
• Guiding the practice and safety
• Benefits and contraindications
• Mantra in asana practice
• Surya Namaskar A and B
• Standing pose
• Connecting the asana
• Sitting pose
• Closing sequence
• Sanskrit breakdown

Traditional Hatha Yoga

• What is Hatha yoga?
• Class sequence
• Surya Namaskar
• Chandra Namaskar
• Warm up pose
• Standing Pose
• Sitting pose
• Arm balance
• Inversions
• Back bending
• Restorative
• Supine and prone pose
• Chest and shoulder opening
• Hamstring and hips opening

Mantra and Silence Meditation

• Patanjali mantra
• Ashtanga mantra
• Ganesh mantra
• Shakti mantra
• Guru mantra
• Gayatri mantra
• Varagya and silence

The Power of Sound: Mantras, Chanting, and Kirtan in Yoga Practice

The practice of yoga involves much more than physical postures and breathing exercises, as yoga has a rich tradition of using sound to create a deeper connection to the self and the universe. Mantras, chanting, and kirtan are powerful tools that can enhance your yoga practice and transform your life.

Incorporating sound practices such as mantras, chanting, and kirtan in your yoga practice can deepen your connection to your inner self and to the universe. These practices have been used for centuries to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Explore the power of sound and discover its transformative effects on your yoga practice and your life.

1. Mantras

Mantras are sacred sounds or phrases that are repeated during meditation or yoga practice. These sounds have a vibrational quality that can create a sense of peace, calmness, and connection to the divine.

The repetition of a mantra can help to quiet the mind and promote a state of inner stillness. Mantras can be used for different purposes, such as healing, protection, or manifestation. They can be chanted out loud or silently and can be repeated for a few minutes or for longer periods of time.

2. Chanting

Chanting is the practice of singing or reciting sacred texts or prayers. Chanting can be done individually, or in a group setting, and can involve simple melodies or complex musical arrangements.

Chanting is often used in yoga classes to create a sense of community and to deepen the spiritual experience of the practice. Chanting can also help to focus the mind and regulate the breath, leading to a greater sense of relaxation and well-being.

3. Kirtan

Kirtan is a form of call-and-response singing that originated in India. In a kirtan session, a leader sings a devotional song or mantra, and the participants respond with the same phrase. Kirtan can be a joyful and uplifting experience that promotes a sense of unity and connection.

Kirtan is often accompanied by musical instruments such as drums, harmonium, or guitar.

Rules

Rishikesh Adiyogi Yoga School strongly believes that to become a yoga teacher one should stick to some principles and rules while pursuing a yoga teacher training course. This is why they have set some rules for the students so that they can make it possible to make you an expert yoga teacher.

• 1. The class starts early in the morning
• 2. Good behavior is expected during the course
• 3. The fees of the course will not be refunded
• 4. Smoking, drinking, littering, and non-vegetarian food are not allowed at Rishikesh Adiyogi’s Yoga School's premises

Daily Schedule:

• 07:00 to 07:30 Kriya or cleansing
• 07:30 to 08:00 Mantra chanting
• 08:00 to 09:30 Hatha and Iyengar yoga
• 09:30 Breakfast
• 10:30 to 11:30 Yoga philosophy
• 11:30 to 13:15 Yoga anatomy ,asana alignment, methodology
• 14:00 Lunch
• 15:30 to 16:30 Self-study, assignment in room or rest
• 16:30 to 18:00 Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow/ yin yoga
• 18:00 to 18:30 Pranayama and meditation
• 19:30 Dinner