“200-hour Ashtanga yoga teacher training”
23 Day 200-Hour Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in Mysore, India
Mysore, India
Primary Yoga Teacher Training in India
This 200-hour yoga teacher training is based on the Ashtanga Primary Series, combined with the creative sequencing approach used in Vinyasa yoga. You will use the practice of the Ashtanga Primary Series to build a strong foundation and deepen your understanding of functional anatomy, breathwork, and energetic elements within each pose. Drawing upon this strong technical foundation, you will be experimenting Vinyasa-style class, harnessing your creativity and inner voice. By the end of the course, you will be able to confidently teach a modified Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga class suitable for all levels and offer modifications for students with injuries or physical limitations.
Meet the instructors
Shivaaani
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Highlights
- Daily yoga classes
- Daily meditation sessions
- Full course training and practices
- Certificate of completion
- Tuition with experienced teachers in an intimate small-class setting
- 22 nights accommodation
- All training materials
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
23 days with instruction
Group size: Maximum of 16 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
06:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
Accommodation
In the lap of nature comfortably stay in simple & elegant rooms opening out to 6 garden-view rooms and 4 river-view rooms. The spacious rooms of single and double occupancy are well facilitated with western bathrooms.
Program
Pre-requisites
All Yoga International Ltd welcomes all dedicated yoga students ready to transform and grow their yoga practice on and off the mat while embracing a yoga lifestyle. Before signing up for their 200-hour Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher, they recommend that you have practiced Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga regularly or another yoga style for at least four to six months, or have sports/fitness training at a medium to high intensity. More importantly, they ask that you come with an open mind are receptive to learning new knowledge, and be supportive of yourself and others.
Program
All Yoga International Ltd provides a comprehensive 200-hour yoga instructor training based on the Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga tradition. Once the foundation is established, you will explore modern styles of practice and teachings like Vinyasa yoga, Yin yoga, Rocket yoga, and more. Throughout the yoga instructor training, you will receive a rich background in the history and origins of yoga and all the tools necessary to teach in today’s multi-faceted world of yoga.
Combining modern teaching techniques with ancient wisdom, they will work with you to deepen your understanding of yoga practice and lifestyle, no matter your level of practice. You will be encouraged to challenge yourself physically and spiritually and emerge from the 200-hour yoga course ready to practice and teach safely, confidently, and skillfully.
All Yoga course’s objectives
The goals are to:
- Offer inspiring, educational, and authentic yoga teachings to you, no matter what your level of practice is at
- Encourage you to deepen your love for yoga, and offer you the skills to get confidence at to teaching yoga safely with to your students
- Build a positive learning environment in which you and all other like-minded teacher trainee yogis will thrive, and create long-lasting friendships
- Welcome you to our international tribe where you and your fellow graduates will continue to grow and inspire each other for years to come
What you’ll leave with:
- An expansive outlook on life with positivity and light
- Authentic yoga knowledge in a yoga posture, alignment, history, and anatomy
- An established inner teaching voice to sharing your wisdom with many others
- Mindfulness practice to embrace the present moment
- A confident voice to lead and inspire others to lead a more spiritual way of living
- Lasting friendships with like-minded souls from all over the world
- The experience of living in nature in beautiful Bali or Thailand
- A career that you’ll love, and with the ability to teach globally
Yoga course outline
Your typical day starts with yoga and meditation in the morning followed by brunch. The afternoon consists of lectures, afternoon practice, and group teaching. Your class lecture will change from week to week with different topics including functional anatomy, yoga philosophy, history of yoga and Hinduism, and class sequencing. You will also learn how to do practical hands-on assisting, key postural alignment, the proper use of yoga props, and an ethical approach to the business of yoga.
You will explore the ethical topics of yoga teaching, practical business marketing skills, pricing, and how to build your online presence. Day 10 of the training is when you transition to your self-practice. This is called Mysore style where you and your fellow trainees practice in the same room but on your own. %During Mysore, the teacher will work on a one-on-one basis, providing you with personal feedback and guidance to improve your practice and go deeper in your body.
They consider this style of practice the Heart of Yoga. Upon graduating, you will be able to draw from your own experience and wisdom offering yoga teachings to your future students. Most importantly, the All Yoga Teacher Training system is designed to help you find your “Yoga Voice” and learn to teach from it. After completing the yoga course, you will become a certified yoga instructor, ready to teach yoga safely and with confidence.
What is Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga?
Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga is the physical yoga practice descended from the Ashtanga yoga lineage, an ancient philosophy over 5,000 years old, developed originally in Mysore India by the late Pattabhi Jois. Ashtanga, meaning ‘eight limbs’, is a spiritual discipline that follows an eight-stage cultivation process, of which the yoga postures, known as ‘asanas’, are part.
This 200-hour teacher training focuses on the core book The Yoga Sutras by Patanjali, a compilation of ancient scriptures where Ashtanga Yoga was first delineated. Considered one of the foundations of classical yoga philosophy, The Yoga Sutras are the basis of many yoga and meditation practices today. While it is recommended you are familiar with the main principles of The Yoga Sutras before your training, it is not compulsory, as classes will go into in-depth analysis.
Ashtanga Vinyasa Practice
The practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa is defined by the connection of breath with movement in a flowing sequence. Asanas are performed in a specific order, whereby each pose prepares the body for the next. Through regular practice, benefits include increased strength and flexibility while encouraging discipline and a focused mind. A practice as much of the mind as it is of the body; Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga is ultimately a moving meditation.
The Ashtanga Vinyasa system has six series. In this 200-hour yoga training, you will focus on the Primary Series, teaching a modified one-hour version that takes you through key postures. Classes are energetic and fast-paced, combining sun salutations, a series of standing poses, set inversions, and seated poses, all linked by a Vinyasa sequence. As classes are dynamic and at times challenging, All Yoga recommends a strong prior yoga practice of at least four to six months.
Mysore-style yoga
During the training, you will learn and practice Mysore yoga. This Ashtanga style of yoga is self-led, meaning students will practice on their own, at their own pace. Mysore yoga is highly meditative; the self-led style allows for inward focus and heightened awareness of breath and individual movement. At the end of the training, you also have your own memorized practice that you can use as a basis to recreate and teach wherever you go.
Yoga course curriculum
Yoga at the source
- Lineage of yoga
- History and 8 limbs of Ashtanga yoga
- Yoga Sutra of Patanjali
- Study of the Bhagavad Gita
- Ashtanga Vinyasa lineage: From Krishnamacharya, Pattabhi Jois, to yoga as practiced today
- Yoga subtle anatomy: chakras, kundalini, energy work
Kriyas, pranayama, and meditation
- Cleansing practice
- Controlling the breath, controlling the mind
- Purpose of pranayama
- Introduction and the daily practice of meditation
- Focusing within, power of mindfulness, and attention
Ashtanga Vinyasa system
- Working with the breath: Ujjayi breathing
- Bandhas integration, the magic element
- Drishti and inner focus
- Vinyasa, connecting breath and movement
The practice
- Building a self-practice, Ashtanga Yoga Mysore style
- Primary series of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga
- MPS, modified primary series
- Rocket Yoga Vinyasa
- Vinyasa flow
- Yin yoga
Asana Clinic
- Yoga poses (Sanskrit and English)
- Standing, seated, and finishing asanas of the primary series
- Anatomy of the poses
- Practice and benefits of the asanas
- The art of adjustment and modification
Starting to fly
- Jump back / jump through
- How to do inversions safely
- Learning to fall
- Headstand - Elbow stand - Handstand
- Arm balance progression
- Towards floating
The art of teaching and becoming a great teacher
- Principles of teaching
- Finding your inner teaching voice
- Learn the three main teaching methods: verbal, visual, and physical
- Etiquette and responsibilities in the classroom
- The business of yoga: How to market yourself in the yoga community
- Develop your personal teaching philosophy
- Practice teaching
- Science of sequencing
Daily Schedule
- 07:30 - 09:00 Kryas, pranayama and meditation
- 09:30 - 10:30 LED yoga class
- 10:30 - 12:30 Brunch/break
- 12:30 - 14:30 Lecture with the guest teacher (philosophy, anatomy, group discussion)
- 14:30 - 15:00 Tea break
- 15:00 - 17:00 Elements of teaching and asana clinic
- 17:00 - 18:00 MPS (Led class or Mysore class)
Instructors
Shivaaani Shashi
3 Certificates
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Hailing from South India, Shivaani was immersed in yoga by age three. Between the age of four and eight she graced National Yoga competitions, showcasing her budding talent. Her commitment & discipline deepened over the years, by practicing with various teachers in India. In 2022, she was inspired to deepen her practice further & took her first 200hrs Ashtanga Vinyasa certification from All Yoga, India. Passionate about teaching, she emphasizes body awareness and embodiment, weaving in mindfulness and gratitude to enrich her students’ and fellow teachers’ practices in India.
Retreat location
Your yoga teacher training in Mysore, India, is held at Yogadhaama, a serene retreat set on the peaceful banks of the Cauvery River. Surrounded by lush gardens, royal palms, and coconut trees, the venue offers beautiful spaces for practice and reflection, including an open-air yoga hall and quiet spots by the river. The natural setting provides the perfect backdrop for deepening your connection to nature, with pathways to walk barefoot and a small island ideal for meditation. Whether you’re seeking quiet solitude or moments of community, Yogadhaama’s tranquil environment supports your personal and spiritual growth.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Healthy Foods
Keeping in mind the health and well-being of our students, 60% of the vegetables and fruits are organically grown on the campus and the other 40% is locally sourced from the nearby farmers market. Enjoy simple, home-cooked, vegetarian satvik in-house food 3 times/day which is full of taste and satisfaction.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Daily morning yoga and meditation practice
- Yoga anatomy classes
- Afternoon practice
- Group teaching
- The art of adjustments, key pose alignments, and the use of basic yoga props
- How to approach yoga as a business
- Yoga Etiquette
- Marketing, pricing, and time management tips
- Exposure to different styles of yoga such as Rocket, Vinyasa, and Yin
- Yoga philosophy classes
- History of Indian yogic culture classes
- Sequencing classes
- Training materials
- Tuition with experienced teachers in an intimate small-class setting
- 22 nights accommodation
- Three vegetarian meals per day
- Certificate of completion
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport taxes
- Tourist Visa
- Travel insurance (required for medical and cancellation for any reason)
- Local transportation
How to get there
Recommended Airports
BLR
Kempegowda International Airport
153 km
Transfer not provided
MYQ
Mysore Airport (Mandakalli Airport)
7 km
Transfer not provided
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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