Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in India

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training In India

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is one of the oldest forms of yoga and is based on Vanama Rishi’s teachings about Vinyasa, Dhristhi, Bandhas, Mudras, and philosophy. Becoming an Ashtangi requires a very structured program and incredible focus. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is perfect for the following individuals who want internal purification and harmony; aim to become a yogi, with infinite inner energy and the ability to look at things from a cosmic perspective; and those looking to unify mind, body, and soul.

The training course is of 3 different lengths - 200 hour yoga teacher training, 300 hour yoga teacher training and 500 hour yoga teacher training . All of them are certified by Yoga Alliance, USA and have varying eligibility criteria.

Yoga Alliance Accreditation

200 hrs yoga TTC is fully accredited with Yoga Alliance, and graduates will be eligible to register 200 hours of Continuing Education (CE) towards their RYT 300 and 500 registration.

Curriculum

What you will discover

1Asana

Ashatanga Vinyasa Series-1
Core principles of hatha yoga practice
Structuring and sequencing the postures
Backward bending pose
Traditional sun salutation series with beej (root) mantras
Moon salutation series
Sookshma vyayam ( basic & preparatory movements )
Standing pose
Sun salutation with root mantra series

Forward bending pose
Twisting pose
Inverted pose
Meditative pose
Kneeling pose
Sitting pose
Relaxation pose
Technique, teaching, method, application, contra-indication and benefits of Asana

2Relaxation Techniques

Point to point full body relaxation technique
Yoga Nidra for insomnia
Emotional body relaxation

Minor and major chakra relaxation
Deep causal body relaxation

3Science of Breath ( Pranayama )

What is pranayama?
What are five sub prana in yogic science?
What is Ida, pingala and sushumna nadi?
What is nadi?
Psychological effect of yogic breathing?
Importance of diaphragmatic breathing

Brahmari pranayama
Ujjai pranayama
Sheetali pranayama
Nadi shodhana
Kapalbhati pranayama
Bhastrika pranayama

4Mudras and Bandhas

Yogic Gesture for stress related problems
Internal mudra
Healing Gestures for physical blockages
Bandha for energy leakage
Pranic gestures for awakening energy

Importance of root lock
Eye mudra
Types of Locks in Yogic science
Finger mudra

5Yoga Philosophy

Introduction of yoga, origin and its history
Principles of yoga
What is Hatha yoga?
What is Raja yoga?
Pancha Koshas: The 5 sheaths of existence
What is mind?
What is chitta ( vrittis)
What is Ashtanga vinyasa yoga? (Eight stages of self balancing and realization)
Four foundational pillars of life
What is chakra?

What is kundalini?
Pancha Kleshas ( five sources of pain)
Prakarti and purusha ( the observer and observed)
What is celibacy and sex in yogic life
What are the Gunas, Prakash, Kriya, Stithi (characteristics of mind)
Three states of consciousness in yogic science
Elements of universe (the process of evolution according to Samkhya Darshan

6Meditation and Concentration

Chakra meditation
Kundalini meditation
Mantra awareness meditation

Breathing awareness meditation
Inner light meditation
Full moon meditation

7Art of Alignment and Adjustment workshops

Workshop on hip opening
Workshop on backward bends

Workshop on forward bends
Workshop in twisting asanas

8Mantra Yoga and its importance

What is meaning of Mantra
How to create positive vibrations or energy with mantra yoga?

Mantra for wisdom and fearless living
6 specific mantras helpful to live a yogic life

9Yoga Anatomy

Yoic anatomy of spine and its importance
Yogic respiratory system
Muscular system
Yogic joints and skeletal system

Nature of lunar and solar energy and neutral flow energy
Yogic physiology
Yoga safety while doing asana and pranayama practices

10Teaching Methodology

Positive & conscious communication Friendship and trust
Time management
Qualities of a teacher
Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting

Use of voice in class
Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
Class preparation
Step by step class structure planning

What would I be Paying for?

We expect our students to pay 999 USD as a token fee only for covering their food and accommodation expenses during the scholarship yoga teacher training course while they can study yoga in India free.

The fee is charged for a comfortable and clean accommodation, which offers all basic amenities for a comfortable stay. It also includes three meals a day- breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which are Satvik in nature and prepared with Ayurvedic herbs and recipes to keep you light and energetic. The facilities offered are in accordance with the needs of aspiring yogis.

Rishikesh is the home of popular Yoga Gurus like Yogi Sivananda Saraswathi, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, and Yogi Ram
It is the starting point for the Char Dham pilgrimage i.e., Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath
This place has fresh air, a perfect climate, and a calm environment
The holy river the Ganges brings great joy to people with its indescribable beauty
Rishikesh is full of yoga values, which is a huge benefit to incorporating yoga culture into lives
Sacred rivers and mountains in Rishikesh make a perfect stage for yoga and reflective hikes.
Rishikesh has deep cultural and spiritual significance
It is an ideal destination for trekking expeditions and excursions toward the Himalayan peaks.

A Day as a Rishikesh Yoga Teacher Trainee

The area offers plenty of local and international

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200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

Shared Room fee starts from

USD 999

USD1,428

Private Room fee starts from

USD 1,199

USD 1,713

What is Included in Course Fees

26 Days Accommodation

Attached bathrooms

1 Pen and note book

1 book Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha ("by Swami Satyananda Saraswati")

Pure vegetarian meals

Satkarma cleansing items

T-Shirt

Yoga Alliance Certification

One bag

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DATES/LOCATION

AVAILABILITY

PRICE

09 July – 03 Aug 2024

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USD 999

09 Aug – 03 Sept 2024

06 SPOT LEFT

USD 999

09 Aug – 03 Sept 2024

09 SPOT LEFT

USD 999

09 Sept – 03 Oct 2024

10 SPOT LEFT

USD 999

09 Oct – 03 Nov 2024

12 SPOT LEFT

USD 999

09 Nov – 03 Dec 2024

15 SPOT LEFT

USD 999

09 Dec – 03 Jan 2025

16 SPOT LEFT

USD 999

Healthy Sattvic Food with Comfortable Accommodation

You will get Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. All of them will be vegetarian and packed with nutritious ingredients. You will have the choice of opting for a Vegan diet or gluten-free food too. This will only on demand of the students. You will be requested to inform us beforehand if you want a gluten-free diet or vegan food.

A Vegetarian

Vegan and gluten-free

Other dietary requirements upon request

The accommodation will be neat, beautiful, and well-furnished. You will be provided with excellent amenities to make you stay comfortable. Each room will have an attached bathroom with the facility of both hot and cold water. Besides this, rooms will have free Wi-Fi.

Necessary furniture

Attached bathrooms

Both Hot and Cold water

Free Wi-Fi

24 hour running water

CCTV Security

Yoga Teachers

Yogi Ankit Ji

Ashtanga Yoga, Hatha Yoga & Yoga Alignment

Sadhushri

Yoga Philosophy & Meditation

Yogi Vikas Ji

Yoga Mantara, Yoga Pranayama and Teaching Methodology

Yogi Shankey Ji

Iyengar, Ashtanga & Hatha Yoga

How To Reach Us

By Airways

Rishikesh is well-connected to all the major cities. Jolly Grant Airport at Dehradun is only 15 km from Rishikesh. You can reach directly from your place of Departure to Jolly Grant Airport, or you can come via Delhi International Airport. We can send a taxi to the Jolly International Airport on request for you.

By Roadways

You can hire a taxi from the International Airport in Delhi, or you can also book a taxi through us. We can send you across a taxi to receive you from Delhi Airport.

By Railways

You can also have a fun-filled ride on the train from Delhi to Haridwar. Get off at Haridwar station as it is just about 25 kilometers from Rishikesh. It is linked and quite connected to all the cities of India. From Haridwar, you can hire a taxi, and if you want, we can send a taxi to pick you up.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhere can I study Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga in India?

You can study Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in Mysore, which is the birthplace of this Ashtanga Yoga or you can choose Rishikesh. There are many yoga school and Ekam Yogashala is one of the best yoga school in rishikesh, who offer Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India.

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