25 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
AYM School Rishikesh invites you to join them in this divine and spiritual yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India. Take this course as a life-changing opportunity to understand the philosophy of mind and body in which you will change your life towards enlightenment. Be stronger and improve your flexibility as well as strength. Held in the Himalayas range, the lush natural surrounding will give you a peaceful environment to learn yoga and meditation.
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Highlights
- Daily asanas practices
- Meditation and pranayama sessions
- Learn Hatha, Iyengar, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa yoga
- Learn the correct alignment of poses and how to use props
- Suitable for all levels of practitioner
- 24 nights accommodation
- All meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Jolly Grant Airport (US$ 20 per person)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (US$ 90 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Spa
- Café
- Yoga studio
- Currency exchange
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Tour assistance
The school provides residential accommodation to its students. They can choose a single room or shared room according to their requirement. There is a private bathroom with shower in both single and shared rooms. The rooms are kept clean and hygienic. Clean bedsheets, pillow-covers, and pillows are provided to make students feel good and happy. All the rooms have a window so they are airy and bright.
Program
Eligibility criteria
A curious mind to learn and practice yoga, basic English knowledge, and self-discipline is all that you need for applying for this course! There is no upper age limit for the program. However, if you are below 15 years, please send an inquiry.
Certifications
To get your 200-hour yoga teacher training certificate, you must attend the four-week course that has six modules in it. In case you have done any of the six modules, a theory and practical test will be conducted and your behavior during your stay at the school will be observed. Assignments and submission on time by you will also be recorded. Accordingly, you will be marked and a fee waiver will be given to you on this basis.
The AYM School Rishikesh will award you the Yoga Diploma for 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh which is internationally recognized by International Yoga Federation.
This 200-hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh offered by AYM School Rishikesh is unique with its global recognition, experienced teachers, asana alignment, the art of hand on adjustment, the science of sequencing, use of props, art of modifying the posture, and confidence development through teaching practice.
Syllabus
1) The Philosophy of Yoga and its various modalities
The course covers some fundamental concepts underlying Ashtanga Yoga, combining breath and body movements into an ongoing progression of yoga postures. To complement this knowledge, it also teaches the basics of Bandhas and Drishti (focus) in this yoga method.
2) Knowledge of Asanas (Yoga Postures)
By the end of your training, you will have learned all the poses known in Ashtanga Yoga and become proficient at doing them correctly and deeply understanding their therapeutic benefits. In this yoga alliance 200 hour program, you can learn about the various types of yogic poses and their classifications, such as static and dynamic asanas, yoga asanas that are meditative and cultural, and so on.
3) The Yogic Breathing Techniques Aka Pranayama
Here you will learn about the different types of breathing used in pranayama with practice sessions, and in-depth knowledge of yogic breathing. e.g.: Shitali Pranayama, Nadi Sodhana Pranayama, Bhramari Pranayama, Ujjayi Pranayama etc.
4) Knowledge of Meditation
The preparatory methods for meditation, the challenges faced, the factors to consider for meditation – e.g.: time and place, the effects of meditation on the human mind and body, the different techniques in meditation, etc. will be covered under this module.
5) Mastering the Art of Teaching Yoga
This module gives you the confidence in taking your yoga classes to the next level. Here we discuss various methods of yoga teaching, and techniques to improve the way you conduct sessions, including the planning of sessions, the way instructions are delivered, class management, etc. We also discuss characteristics of a good teaching style and the effective usage of feedback to further improve the sessions.
6) The Shat Kriyas (yogic cleansing techniques)
This is another important module that gives you an understanding of the importance of the detoxification process for healing the body. You will learn various techniques like Jal Neti (nasal cleansing with water), Sutra Neti (nasal cleansing with sutra Aka string), Shankhaprakshalana (the process of cleansing the gastrointestinal tract), etc.
Daily schedule
- 06:45 - 08:00 Pranayama / meditation
- 08:00 - 08:30 Tea
- 08:30 - 10:00 Ashtanga
- 10:00 - 11:00 Breakfast
- 11:11 - 12:00 Yoga philosophy
- 12:15 - 01:15 Teaching practice
- 01:15 - 03:00 Lunch / self study
- 02:00 - 03:00 Ayurveda (if you choose Ayurveda course)
- 03:00 - 04:00 Anatomy
- 04:15 - 05:45 Hatha yoga
- 07:00 - 08:00 Dinner
- 08:15 - 09:00 Mantra (Mon, Wed and Fri)
Included excursions
In this program, you will have the opportunity to see Ganga aarti ceremony at the Ganga River. Excursions to spiritual places and temples are also included in the price.
Instructors
Yogi Chetan Mahesh Ji
Yogi Chetan Mahesh Ji was born in a Vedic family where all the members used to chant Vedic mantras and practice yoga daily. In 1984, he became the champion of yoga sports in Haryana Province. In college, he studied the bio-science stream with yoga as an optional subject and also the master of education which gives him an upper hand while teaching and explaining yoga anatomy and physiology. He finished a Master of Science degree in yoga in 2003 and engaged in imparting yoga teacher training. He became the founder secretary of the Association for Yoga and Meditation in 2005.
Bharat Tilekar
Bharat Tilekar is a yoga instructor and Continuing Education provider.
Retreat location
AYM is located in Rishikesh, which is an exciting destination for a yoga retreat or yoga holiday. The combination of a variety of activities and being a land of spirituality makes it a unique place in the world. The presence of the Himalayan Mountains and the waterfalls will give you a sense of serenity and the flow of the Holy River Ganga provides a spiritual touch to the area. Due to the availability of all these natural beauties, Rishikesh is a major attraction for travelers and visitors from India. As far as yoga is concerned, the roots of yoga belongs to India and Rishikesh is honored as the capital city of yoga.
Unique features
Activities
- Massage
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Yoga studio
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Tour assistance
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Daily healthy vegetarian breakfasts, lunches, and dinners will be served during this program. In the morning, you will have herbal tea known for its benefits for good health. Meals will be prepared using natural food. Each dish is prepared to support the demands of the course.
All food is hygienically prepared with nutrition while keeping in mind the health of people. You get filtered drinking water on demand and in case you have special Indian food cravings, you can visit nearby restaurants.
The menu will be completely vegetarian Indian food and full of healing properties. The food is easy to digest and helps in maintaining good health while providing nutrition and improving stamina and immunity. The Ayurvedic food also helps you recover from various pains and injuries. Indian herbal spices such as turmeric powder, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger are used to cook food as these have medicinal properties which help in recovering from ailments and provide antibodies to the body to fight diseases.
For tea, you will either be served with milk tea, herbal tea, or Ayurvedic tea. While your breakfast will include one solid food, some fruit salad, fruit juice, or shake. Your lunch will include pulses, vegetables, rice, chapatti, and salad. The food is completely traditional Indian food. Dinner is the same as your lunch menu except efforts are made to make it lighter to help digestion.
Refreshment and meal schedule
- 08:00 Tea
- 10:00 Breakfast
- 12:40 Lunch
- 16:00 Tea
- 18:45 Dinner
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Yogic
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
Ayurveda massage
Explore Rishikesh
Night camping
Spa treatment is available at an additional cost
Visit religious caves and temples
Spa treatments
Ayurveda course
Ayurveda treatment
Panchkarma treatment
What's included
- All meals
- Daily yoga practice
- All six modules of theoretical training
- Musical evenings with prayers and Bhajans
- Certificate of completion
- Teaching and detox kit
- Other study material
- The opportunity to see Ganga Aarti
- Visit spiritual places and temples
- T-shirts with AYM school logo
- Free Wi-Fi access
- 3 daily herbal masala tea
- Rishikesh sightseeing
- 24 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Airfare
- Transfers to AYM School Rishikesh
- Personal expenses
- Spa treatments
- GST
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jolly Grant Airport
15 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 20 per person
Indira Gandhi International Airport
205 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 90 per person
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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