25 Day 200Hr Traditional Kundalini Kriya with Meditation Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training India
Join Adi Yogpeeth for a 200-hour traditional Kundalini Awakening yoga teacher training program in Rishikesh, India! Kundalini is the term for "a spiritual energy or life force located at the base of the spine," conceptualized as a coiled-up serpent. The practice of Kundalini yoga is supposed to arouse the sleeping Kundalini Shakti from its coiled base through the six chakras and penetrate the seventh chakra, or crown. This energy is said to travel along with the Ida (left), Pingala (right), and central, or Sushumna Nadi—the main channels of pranic energy in the body. Through this powerful Kundalini yoga, the current is raised and passes through Sushumna step by step towards the top of the head. Through our powerful Kundalini yoga, we will train the student's mind to go beyond the thoughts, and then you will enter into the realm of the transcendental state.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Ayurveda, sound healing, and kirtan sessions
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- 1 Himalayan sightseeing trip
- 24 nights accommodation
- Daily nutritious vegetarian meals, tea, and detox juice
- Taxi pick-up from Dehradun Airport (DED)
- Complete course-kit
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Indira Gandhi International Airport (US$ 75 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- ATM / banking
- Car rental
- Currency exchange
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laptop rental
- Laundry
- Meeting room
- Tour assistance
Adi Yogpeeth's surroundings and accommodations are some of the best and cleanest spaces in the whole of Rishikesh. Whether you are on a vacation or a yoga course, amenities make life a little easier when you're away from home. For different types of travel, some amenities are more important than others.
They provide two types of accommodations, private and twin shared rooms, and students can choose according to their preferences. In the room, clean bed sheets, blankets, and pillows will be provided. Some rooms have air conditioners and an attached bathroom with cold and hot water 24 hours a day. The complete school campus has unlimited high-bandwidth Wi-Fi service.
Program
Certifications
Students who complete their 200-hour Kundalini yoga teacher training are eligible to register themselves with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT).
For whom
- Those who want to develop the skill of teaching in the path of Kundalini yoga kriya, yoga philosophy, and meditation.
- Good for beginners and advanced yoga practitioners.
- Those who are willing to awaken the hidden energy.
- Those who are seeking a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Kundalini certificate after completion of the course.
- Those who are willing to learn the ethics of a yoga instructor.
- Those who are willing to learn emotional balance.
What you will learn
- Kundalini practices (to awaken the hidden energy).
- Yoga asanas (for physical health and flexibility).
- Pranayama (for energy, balance, and proper breathing).
- Meditation (for calming and relaxing the mind to achieve stillness and stability in your life).
- Bandhas (for awakening the hidden energy and channeling the energy in the proper direction).
- Mudras (yogic gestures that help you to save your energy so that you can make yourself always happy).
- Philosophy (you can understand your life better and the function of Kundalini Shakti).
- Shatkarma (detox cleansing will help you to make yourself lighter and open to awaken the energy).
- There will be a practice of mauna (silence practice) in order to understand the subtle aspects of existence
- Those who are interested in teaching Kundalini meditation & Kundalini Tantra practices.
Complete course overview
Yoga asanas to stimulate glands, organs, or body awareness and to quiet the mind for meditation:
- Bhujangasana (cobra pose - to awaken heart chakra)
- Prarthanasana (the prayer pose - to have reverence)
- Padahastasana (the standing forward bend - to awaken the muladhar chakra)
- Tadasana (the tree pose - for nourishing our spiritual aspiration)
- Trikonasana (the triangle pose)
- Sahaja agnisar dhauti (awakening inner fire - in manipura chakra)
- Vajrasana (thunderbolt pose - to cleanse vajra nadi to promote ascendance of the sexual energy towards upper chakras)
- Shalabhasana (the locust pose - increases the blood supply to the sacrum and lower back)
- Dhanurasana (the bow pose - remove constipation and improve digestion)
- Ardha matsyendrasana (the lord of the fishes pose)
- Uddiyana bandha (upward flying lock)
- Paschimottanasana (the back stretching pose)
- Janushirshasana (the head-to-knee pose - eliminate laziness and weakness)
- Ushtrasana (the camel pose - arousing manipura chakra)
- Naukasana (the boat pose - alleviates anxiety and nervousness)
- Supta vajrasana (the reclining thunderbolt pose - guides the sexual energy through vajra nadi towards the brain)
- Garudasana (the eagle pose - improve balance and coordination)
- Nauli kriya (the navel cleansing - balance the three humors of the body kapha-vata-pitta)
- Ardha shirshasana (half head stand - rejuvenate the brain cells)
- Shashankasana (the hare pose - remove stress, arrogance, selfishness and anger)
- Pavanamuktasana (massages the internal organ and decongests the liver and sexual organs)
Asthi Granthi Kriya to remove stress, arrogance, selfishness, and anger:
- Warm-up exercises
- Feet and ankle exercises
- Knee movement
- Hip movement and rotation
- Leg cradle
- Side bending
- Arms movement
- Arm swing
- Elbow movement
- Wrist and hand movement
- Neck exercises
- Chin, jaw, mouth, tongue, eye, and head exercises
- Surya namaskar (sun salutation)
Tantra Prana Kriya that leads to a complete manifestation:
- Kapal bhati - For awakening the third eye and emotional cleansing
- Bhastrika - For awakening fire center and emotional stability
- Bhramari - Transforming brain waves and cleansing Ajna and Sahasrar chakra
- Nadi-shodhanam - For balancing both hemispheres and activating susumna
Kriya yoga practice for Kundalini activation:
- Rules and preparation
- Postures
- Chakra Sadhana
- Practices to awaken Ajna Chakra
- Practices to awaken Mooladhar Chakra
- Practices to awaken Swadhisthan Chakra
- Practices to awaken Manipura Chakra
- Practices to awaken Anahata Chakra
- Practices to awaken Vishuddhi Chakra
- Practices to awaken Bindu
- Practices for Chakra Awareness
Kundalini rituals:
- 1008 offering to Shiva and Shakti
- Visit Devi temple for worship
- Daily chanting and Arati
- Bhajan kirtan for Kundalini awakening
Kundalini Shakti Bandha:
- Moola Shakti Bandha (root energy lock)
- Uddiyana Shakti Bandha (abdomen energy lock)
- Jalandhar Shakti Bandha (throat energy lock)
- Maha Shakti Bandha (great energy lock)
Kundalini Tantra gesture that locks and guides energy flow and reflexes to the brain:
- Hast Mudra
- Mana Mudra
- Kaya Mudra
- Adhara Mudra
- Bandha Mudra
Yoga Nidra:
- Subtle body awakening yoga Nidra
- 31-point blue star yoga Nidra
Alignment and adjustment
Asana flow yoga
Mantra intonation (chanting)
Meditation:
- Correct sitting
- Correct breathing
- Chakra breathing meditation
- Mantra meditation
Cleansing exercises:
- Jala neti
- Kunjal Kriya
- Daily detox
- Kapalbhati
- Tratak
Shatkarma, Kundalini yoga philosophy:
- Introduction to Kundalini yoga
- Definition of the Chakra
- Understanding the Chakra
- Mooladhara Chakra
- Swadhisthan Chakra
- Manipura Chakra
- Anahata Chakra
- Vishudhhi Chakra
- Aagya Chakra
- Sahasrar Chakra
- Kundalini awakening process
- Mantra Shaktipata
Kundalini anatomy:
- Nadis / energy channel
- Chakras
- Panchakosha (5 sheaths)
- Respiratory system
- Nervous system
- Tridosha
- Dhatus
- Vayu
Kundalini Breathing practice:
- Kapal Bhati - for awakening the third eye and emotional cleansing
- Bhastrika - for awakening the fire center and emotional stability
- Bhramari - transforming brain waves and cleansing ajna and Sahasrar chakra
- Nadi-shodhanam - for balancing both hemispheres and activate susumna.
Assessments:
- Attendance
- Behavior
- Written exam
- Practical exam
Daily schedule
- 05:00 Morning bell
- 06:00 Hatha yoga asanas
- 07:45 Pranayama & shatkarma
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Kundalini Kriya
- 12:00 Indian yoga philosophy
- 13:15 Lunch
- 15:00 Self-study or rest time
- 16:00 Yoga anatomy
- 18:00 Meditation and mantra chanting
- 19:30 Dinner
- 21:00 Lights off
Included excursions
- Himalayan sightseeing trip
- River Ganges worship ceremony
- Visiting the caves and spiritual temples
- Waterfall hiking
- White water river rafting
Please note excursions are subject to availability and weather. Adi Yogpeeth cover a maximum of 3 excursions in total.
Instructors
Pandit Mandeep Ji
Mandeep Bhatt Ji has been an ardent student of Vedic Study for the last 20 years and has been teaching mantra chanting and meditation during yoga programs at Adi Yogpeeth Rishikesh India.
Dr. Hemlata Saklani Bahuguna
Dr. Hemlata Saklani Bahuguna was born in 1985 in New Tehri. She has attended the Combined (P.G.) Institute of Medical Science & Research (CIMSR) in Dehradun, where she is graduated as a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. During graduation, she started working in the field of the effect of physiotherapy on rib-fracture and spinal-cord injuries as she has done research and projects in the same field. She is an expert in the field of yoga anatomy and physio-yoga therapy.
Yogi Kannan Ji
Seeking the self has put Kannan Ji in places to learn alternative medical systems like homeopathy, acupuncture, marma therapy, and (naturopathy as a passion). Rooted in South Indian tradition, he has an 8-year journey in practicing and teaching Ayurveda Varma / Marma Therapy gathered from traditional practitioners of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Classes on Anatomy and Physiology are approached in such a way that, it combine modern anatomy with yogic and ayurvedic principles to explore the inexpensive, independent health and joyous life.
Ganesh Negi
Ganesh Ji was born and bought up in the World's Yoga Capital Rishikesh, Ganesh started his yoga journey in 2013, he completed his graduation degree in science in Rishikesh and completed a Master's degree in yogic science from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University Haridwar. He has completed his 200 and 300-hour yoga teacher training program with a reputable institute, and he is an experienced and registered yoga teacher with yoga alliance USA. He also started learning and practicing yoga under some of the most influential and well-known yoga teachers in Rishikesh.
Retreat location
Learn yoga in the world’s yoga capital, Rishikesh, from traditional Himalayan yoga teachers, from the basics to advanced, in a traditional way, at Adi Yogpeeth, which is situated in Tapovan, Laxman Jhula, in Rishikesh, which is in India's northern state of Uttarakhand, in the Himalayan foothills, beside the Ganges River. The river is considered holy, and the city is renowned as the world’s yoga capital.
The surroundings of Adi Yogpeeth are very serene and peaceful. Also, Rishikesh is a magical and holy place that has been somehow attracting people from all over the world for many years already.
The school is at walking distance from the river Ganga. It is surrounded by the serene green mountains, which heal the inner soul, and the Ganga River flows at a walking distance of 1 kilometer.
The school is far from the craziness but near enough to reach everything you need. All over Rishikesh, you can find local markets, unique shops, and breathtaking views of the holy river and nature.
Food
Adi Yogpeeth regards food as medicine. Using only fresh seasonal herbs and vegetables from the local market, they provide a daily menu of wonderfully nourishing vegetarian food. Food that not only supports the healing of the body but also enhances the purification process during your stay. In addition to serving healthy, soulful, delicious vegetarian meals, they provide unlimited, filtered mineral water from their private well, naturally chilled and served from traditional earthen water basins. Adi Yogpeeth also provides an unlimited supply of detoxifying herbal teas made from homegrown herbs like tulsi, basil, lemongrass, and ginger. This wonderfully refreshing tea is available throughout the day and is a great detox drink for the body. It keeps you well hydrated and is designed to support the digestive process.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Yogic
- Other dietary requirements on request
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
There are some amazing things to do in Rishikesh. These activities are not included in the package, but they can be arranged upon request:
- Attend Ganga Arti
- Ayurvedic massage and therapies
- Bungee jumping
- Camping and bonfire
- Cliff jumping
- Experience the traditional Indian culture
- Flying fox
- Kayaking
- Mountain biking
- Parasailing and paragliding
- Rappelling and rock climbing
- River rafting - the most popular thing to do in Rishikesh
- Trekking
What's included
- 24 nights comfortable accommodation
- Daily 3 times nutritious vegetarian yogic meals, herbal tea, and detox juices,
- Complete yoga kit: school manual, yoga books, notebook, neti pot, garland, school t-shirt, and yoga bag
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course
- 1 Himalayan sightseeing trip
- 1 Introduction class on Ayurveda and yoga therapy (subject to availability)
- Free sound healing and Kirtan session (subject to availability)
- Free pick-up service from Dehradun Airport (DED)
What's not included
- Air conditioner
- Room heater
- Air fare
- Pick-up service from Delhi airport
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jolly Grant Airport
14 km
Transfer included
Indira Gandhi International Airport
209 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 75 per person
Arrival by airplane
Fly to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in India.Traveling by plane from Delhi airport to Dehradun airport is the safest and most convenient way of transportation, and it is a one-hour journey. Most of the students choose this option, and the charge is between 50 and 60 USD. At Dehradun airport, the school driver will be waiting with a name board to pick you up and transfer you to the school.
Arrival by taxi
Delhi airport to Rishikesh by car is a 6-7 hour journey. Delhi airport to Rishikesh taxi can also be arranged for 75 USD by the school. At Delhi airport, the school driver will be waiting with your name board and transfer you to the school.
Arrival by train
Traveling by train (from Delhi train station to Haridwar Station) is also suitable and the fare is between 20 and 25 USD, and it is a 4-5 hour journey. At Haridwar railway station, the school driver will be waiting with your name board to receive you.
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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