21 Day 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Yoga Gita in Mysore, Karnataka, India
Yoga Teacher Training in India
This teacher training course is designed to train you to become an efficient yoga teacher and also to evolve in your spiritual journey. From this angle, the 200-hour program establishes the foundations for a grounded self-practice, so that the teachings can evolve in the direction of understanding the self as per Patanjali's Yoga Sutra.
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Highlights
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- Asana, pranayama, and meditation sessions
- Philosophy of Patanjali's Yoga Sutra
- Yogic anatomy and posture analysis
- Life skills and teaching skills
- Karma yoga practice
- 20 nights accommodation
- 2 wholesome and healthy meals per day
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
21 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Library
- Meeting room
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Students will stay at Yoga Gita Self-awareness Ashram in Srirangapatna. At the shala, daily classes will be happening. They will mainly be posture classes (asana practice) often combined with short meditations and pranayama.
The entire course will be conducted at Yoga Gita Ashram, The science of consciousness, located about nine kilometers north of Mysore. Nestled amidst agricultural fields just outside the historical town of Srirangapatna in Karnataka, the ashram borders the serene Kaveri River, offering a glimpse of diverse wildlife.
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature, where the soothing sounds of the river, crickets, and birds create a peaceful ambiance day and night. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, and revel in the lushness of the gardens.
At Yoga Gita Ashram, a variety of programs is available, from yoga teacher training courses to panchakosha detoxification and meditation retreats, silent retreats, and yoga retreats; all designed to facilitate a deeper exploration of the self through dedicated sadhana.
Rooms:
- Dormitories: for women or for men
- Triple shared room with attached bathroom / toilet
- Shared double room with attached bathroom or single room with unattached bathroom / toilet
- Single room with attached bathroom
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Yes, upon successful completion of the 200-hour yoga teacher training course, you will receive a certification recognized by Yoga Alliance, one of the most respected accrediting bodies for yoga teachers worldwide. This certification will qualify you to teach yoga professionally and is valid for teaching both locally and internationally.
You can start teaching yoga immediately after completing the course. The certification ensures that you meet the required standards for teaching, and that you have gained the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to lead classes. Many of Yoga Gita's graduates begin teaching right away, whether in yoga studios or private sessions.
The course will prepare you not only to practice but also to teach and inspire others on their yoga journey.
A journey of personal and collective evolution: Applying ancient wisdom to modern reality
In today’s rapidly changing world, yoga must adapt to meet modern demands while still drawing from the timeless wisdom of ancient yogis. There is a pressing need for a fresh approach that applies these teachings to people's current realities, both individually and collectively.
Yoga Gita's 200-hour teacher training course offers a transformative journey, blending timeless yogic principles with practical applications for personal and collective growth, both on the mat and in daily life.
Immerse yourself in the core essence of yoga, gaining practical tools for self-practice while learning to share these insights with others. As you explore deeper philosophical concepts through your practice, you will be guided to connect with your own truth and encounter the light of ultimate reality.
Join Yoga Gita to deepen your practice, whether to teach or enrich your own life, and take the first step towards a new way of living.
Who is this yoga teacher training for?
There are no requirements. Whether you’re a passionate yoga practitioner or someone seeking personal growth and spiritual alignment, this course is for you.
This course is for those who would like to gain and...
- Understand the true essence of yoga
- Understand the connection between yoga principles and daily life, and how to practically experience and establish that connection
- Discover how yoga practice can lead to authentic individual and collective transformation
- Flow through life with ease and live to its full potential
- Gain the skills to integrate Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra into your own practice and share them with others
- Cultivate a strong sense of self, making interactions with the world smoother
- Build a solid foundation for self-practice that supports your growth beyond the course
- Recognize and resolve personal limitations, releasing physical tension and imprints in the body
- Gain stability, clarity, inner joy, and peace
From a teaching perspective:
- Build the confidence to connect effectively with your students and communicate clearly
- Acquire practical teaching skills to tailor your knowledge for classes and workshops
- Gain a holistic vision of a complete practice
- Learn how to be a great teacher by guiding students’ evolution while maintaining a balanced mind
- Understand how to create space for yourself and others as a teacher: when to speak, what to say, and how to communicate effectively
Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, this program will offer a transformative experience that adds a new dimension to your life expression.
Training curriculum
During the 200-hour yoga teacher training course, you’ll explore:
- Asana: Understand and experience how asana practice and physicality can be used as tools to align with your true nature, allowing you to live life to your fullest potential
- Pranayama: Understand the link between connection with prana and the quality of life, and learn techniques to enhance your connection with prana and optimize your breath
- Meditation: Explore basic techniques that guide you towards a state of equanimity, allowing true meditation to unfold naturally
- Chanting: Experience the harmonizing effects of chanting seed sounds, resonating with the universal frequency of AUM
- Philosophy: Engage with key concepts from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra to understand your true nature and how it can bloom effortlessly, enabling you to flow into life
- Life skills: Understand the link between the mat and life, applying yoga principles to daily living
- Yogic anatomy: Discover what you are made up of and the essence that connects all beings
- Posture analysis: Gain confidence and stability in teaching, and direct your Asana practice with clarity and alignment
- Teaching skills: Develop the essential qualities of effective teaching as a path to personal growth
- Karma yoga: Learn how to engage with life in a way that transforms actions into freedom
- Self-study time: Enjoy dedicated space and silence to allow teachings to sink in, supporting a deeper understanding
Pain points that can be solved through the program
- Lack of the various aspects and understandings of the subject: Participants often struggle with a limited grasp of yoga’s deeper principles, which can hinder their practice and teaching, but most importantly, can misdirect their lives.
- Misapplication of techniques: Many practitioners practice on superficial aspects like perfecting postures, leading to physical, mental, and emotional barriers, rather than genuine growth.
- Health: A disconnection from yoga’s essence can negatively affect physical health and emotional well-being, leaving practitioners feeling unfulfilled.
- World situation of war and aggression: There is a direct connection between the prevalence of war, conflict, and pollution and the essence of individuals. Transforming oneself is the first step towards creating a better world.
- Instability: Life presents many challenges that can pull people away from a centered and stable state of mind. Once you understand your true essence, you will become less affected by external circumstances. Life transforms into a game, wherein all experiences flow like a river of expression.
- Lack of inspiration and purpose: Many yoga teachers and practitioners feel uninspired, struggling to find creativity and purpose in their teaching and practice.
- Stressful life: A proper practice can completely and utterly eliminate stress and fear from anyone’s life.
- Difficulty in establishing a holistic practice: Without proper guidance, practitioners may find it challenging to effectively integrate yoga into their daily lives.
- Challenges in developing a self-practice: Establishing and maintaining a consistent self-practice can be difficult without proper tools and guidance.
This program aims to bridge these gaps by offering a thorough understanding of yoga’s philosophical foundations and practical applications, supporting personal and collective growth.
Beginners
This program is perfect for both beginners and those who don’t plan to teach. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, it offers a transformative experience that goes beyond just learning asanas. You’ll gain a solid understanding of yoga philosophy, meditation, and pranayama, which you can easily integrate into your daily life.
Even if teaching isn’t your intention, the training will help you cultivate mindfulness, clarity of mind, balance, and health. By the end, you’ll have the tools to live a more centered and authentic life.
Mode of delivery: Residential offline
The environment aligns with the ashram’s principles, and each detail is designed to create the space needed for effective practice.
Day schedule
This training begins with a welcome gathering at 18:30 on the first day. From Day 2 onwards, the schedule follows as outlined below:
- 05:00 - 08:30 Shining day / chant / pranayama / expressive stillness / asana / workshop
- 08:30 - 09:15 Morning bites
- 09:30 - 11:00 Pranayama / meditation
- 11:15 - 11:40 Brunch
- 12:30 - 13:15 Chanting / evolution of teachers
- 13:30 - 14:45 Philosophy / posture analysis
- 14:45 - 15:15 Drink
- 15:30 - 16:45 Teaching skill / Karma yoga / posture analysis
- 17:15 - 17:40 Dinner
- 18:30 - 20:00 Self-study
- 20:00 - 20:30 Fruit
- 21:00 - 21:45 Entering sleep through meditation
- Celebrations: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays feature group activities from 19:00 - 20:00.
Please note that this schedule is a guideline and is subject to change.
Instructors
ViGo
Sri. Vijay Gopala is recognized as a Senior Yoga Teacher (SYT) with Yoga Alliance UK. This accreditation demonstrates excellent standards as set by Yoga Alliance UK. He has been teaching yoga for more than 20 years and besides this, he is a personal trainer who provides one-to-one life transformation sessions and self-evolving programs. Born in Mysore, India, capital of the yoga world, from his childhood Vijay Gopala drawn to the discipline of yoga thanks to his father who guided him.
Location
The Yoga Gita Self-awareness Ashram is located in Srirangapatna, 20 minutes from or about 15 km north of the heritage city of Mysore, and is surrounded by agricultural fields just outside the historical town of Srirangapatna, in the state of Karnataka. The center borders the river Kaveri, where all kinds of animal life can be observed.
The tranquility of nature vibrates day and night through the sounds of the river, crickets, and all kinds of birds. The place is an inspiring environment amidst nature to celebrate life and enjoy a variety of spiritual programs to evolve the self. Srirangapatna has a moderate tropical climate throughout the year, with a temperature that varies from 15 to 32 degrees Celsius.
The historical town of Srirangapatna, named after the consecrated Ranganathaswamy temple, is easily accessible by train from Bengaluru and Mysore, and is also well-connected by road along the national highway from Bangalore to Mysore. It has several monuments that have been nominated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
At Yoga Gita Self-awareness Ashram, a variety of programs are happening - from yoga teacher training courses, panchakosha retreats, silent retreats, and yoga retreats, to diving fully into the study of the self by attending the sadhana program.
Mysore, Karnataka, India
Mysore is the yoga capital of southern India, and with around 1,000,000 inhabitants, it is the third-largest city in the state of Karnataka in India. Mysore, the city of palaces, is a popular travel destination in South India. It is also totally safe for any tourist and family.
Also called Mysuru, the city was earlier the capital of the Wodeyar rulers. They were great patrons of art and culture, which you can see in the rich heritage of the city.
Located in the tropics, Mysore has a moderate climate throughout the year, with temperatures varying from 15 degrees Celsius to 32 degrees Celsius. Yoga Gita is situated in the heart of Mysore City (Gokulam area). It is well-connected and surrounded by many amenities.
Food
You will be provided with two wholesome and healthy meals per day, consisting of freshly made sattvic food with vegetables and pulses from Yoga Gita's organic garden. Also, there will be nourishing soup served in the morning as well as refreshing juice in the afternoon.
Every day, the body will be nourished with two wholesome and healthy sattvic meals that include grains, pulses, sprouts, and vegetables from Yoga Gita’s organic gardens. Food and drinks are prepared from the background of cleansing, matching food combinations, and individual constitutions.
Nourishing soup will be served in the morning, as well as refreshing juice in the afternoon. Fruits, filtered water, and Ayurvedic drinks are also included.
For any allergies, intolerances, or specific dietary needs, please inform Yoga Gita upon your arrival at the ashram, and arrangements will be made accordingly.
The following meals are included:
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Organic
- Other dietary requirements on request
What's included
- Certificate of completion of the course
- All course sessions
- Yoga mat
- Access to practice halls when free from other sessions
- 20 nights of accommodation on the premises of the Yoga Gita ashram
- 2 daily vegetarian / sattvic meals per day
- Morning sprouts and soup
- Afternoon drink
- Evening fruit
- Purified water
- Price includes GST
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Taxi pickup
- Life alignment individual session with Sage ViGo
- Purchases in the SAVI shop (ashram shop)
- Participation in any other programs, retreats, or sessions
- Extra drinks (chai, coffee, badam milk, etc.)
- Sugar cane juice
- Coconuts
- Extra fruits or snacks (available in the shop)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Kempegowda International Airport
141 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Mysore Airport (Mandakalli Airport)
19 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). An airport pickup can be arranged at an additional fee. Please contact Yoga Gita for more information by sending a copy of your airplane ticket with all the details visible.
You may also consider taking a domestic flight to arrive at Mysore Airport (MYQ) from cities in India, like Chennai, Hyderabad, etc.
Arrival by taxi
The ashram is located approximately 170 kilometers from the BLR airport and you will need to arrange a long-distance taxi at the airport counter. Alternatively, you can book an Uber or Ola taxi from the airport to the Yoga Gita ashram. Please contact Yoga Gita for more information.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% 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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