300-Hour Advance and Yoga Therapy Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Facilities

The course makes you acquainted with the yogic terminologies which are useful while delivering a yoga class. Along with yogic skills, this course focuses on enhancing your teaching techniques to create your own dynamic classes. With a firm presence in the yogic community, Gyan Yoga Ashram strives to be the best yoga school in Rishikesh.

300 hours yoga teacher training course overview

Gyan Yoga Ashram 300-hour yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh is a residential program which is one level up from the 200-hour training. The curriculum includes equal theoretical and practical exposure of various yogic subjects related to asanas, dhyana, and pranayama. Their certified yoga teachers are masters of all forms of yoga including Hatha yoga, Vinyasa yoga, Ashtanga yoga, Kundalini yoga and many more.

At Gyan Yoga Ashram, it is a priceless opportunity for all yoga aspirants to gain the best yoga teacher training in Rishikesh and advance their yoga career. The course focuses on developing class delivering capabilities of a student. Gyan Yoga Ashram helps their students so that they can create their own dynamic classes in the future.

Gyan Yoga Ashram also uses modern props and equipment to aid the students while performing asanas. They impart knowledge from the core Vedic texts including the traditional Sanskrit terms. Following this, the mantra classes become really effective as students understand the true meaning of them.

Why this training in Rishikesh?

Rishikesh is the land of yogis and the birthplace of yoga. It is popularly known as the world yoga capital due to its global fame. To practice yoga in Rishikesh is a dream for most aspiring yogis since this place has produced the best yogis in the world.

It’s lush green Himalayan beauty and the presence of holy Ganges compliments the pure and natural yogic lifestyle. River Ganges holds an important place amongst the Hindus and is regarded as Mother Ganga. Due to this, Rishikesh is a famous pilgrimage for Hindus. Moreover, practicing yoga by the banks of river Ganges is believed to be a very enlightening experience.

India witnesses a huge number of students who come to take their 300-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh. The year-round spiritual vibe of this place is best suited for all yogic activities. It is due to this reason that our residential campus is situated in this holy place.

Most of Gyan Yoga Ashram teachers are also local to the town, therefore, it is easier for them to bridge the cultural gap with students. Gyan Yoga Ashram organizes many outdoor classes for students to experience the authentic yogic way of living.

You will also explore some outstanding sightseeing options as a part of our regular excursions. Plenty of waterfalls, forest walks, and even white water river rafting are some things to look forward in Rishikesh. We also take our students to the iconic Beatles ashram, which is where the famous rock and roll band-The Beatles, did their transcendental meditation program in the year 1968. This concludes that it is the best decision to pursue yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.

Syllabus

Mastering Vinyasa flow

• On your feet yoga asanas
• Seated Vinyasa sequences
• Seated posterior stretch sequences
• On one leg yoga asanas
• The supine sequence
• The bow pose sequence
• The triangle pose sequence
• The inverted posture sequence
• Meditative pose sequence
• Viseha Vinyasa karma

Mastering Ashtanga postures (primary series)

• Surya Namaskar A
• Surya Namaskar B
• Full primary series
• Padangusthasana
• Padahasthasana
• Utthita Trikonasana
• Parivrtta Trikonasana
• Utthita Parsvakonasana
• Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
• Prasarita Padottanasana A, B, C, and D Parsvottanasana
• Eka Pada Padangusthasana A, B, C, and D
• Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana
• Utkatasana
• Virabhadrasana A and B
• Dandasana
• Paschimottanasana A, B, C, and D
• Purvattanasana
• Ardha Baddha Padma Uttanasana
• Triang Mukaikapada Pashimottanasana
• Janu Sirsasana A, B, and C
• Marichyasana A, B, C, and D
• Navasana
• Bhujapidasana
• Kurmasana
• Supta Kurmasana
• Garbha Pindasana
• Kukkutasana
• Baddha Konasana A and B
• Konasana
• Upavishta Konasana
• Supta Konasana
• Supta Padangusthasana A and B
• Ubhaya Padanghusthasana
• Urdhva Mukha Pashimottanasana
• Setu Bandhasana
• Urdhva Dhanurasana
• Salamba Sarvangasana
• Halasana
• Karnapidasana
• Urdhva Pindasana
• Matsyasana
• Urdhva Padmasana
• Sirsasana
• Urdhva Dandasana
• Baddha Padmasana
• Yogimudra
• Uplutih
• Savasana

Pranayama (breath control)

• Introduction of pranayama and the pranic body
• Annamaya kosha
• Manomaya kosha
• Pranamaya kosha
• Vijnanamaya kosha
• Anandamaya kosha
• Natural breathing
• Abdominal breathing
• Thoracic breathing
• Clavicular breathing
• Yogic breathing
• Nadi shodhana
• Pranayama and its techniques
• Sheetali pranayama and its techniques
• Sheetkari pranayama
• Bhramari pranayama
• Ujjayi pranayama
• Bhastika pranayama
• Kapalbhati pranayama
• Moorchha pranayama
• Surya Bheda pranayama
• Chandra bhedana pranayama
• Swana pranayama

Bandhas (energy locks)

• Introduction to bandha
• Jalandhara bandha
• Moola bandha
• Uddiyana bandha
• Maha bandha

Dhayan (meditation)

• Introduction to meditation
• Why meditation?
• Meditation and brainwaves meditation and its effect on stress management
• Obstacles in meditation
• Role of concentration in meditation
• Tips for developing concentration
• Meditation on body and breath
• Om or mantra meditation
• Antat and Bahir
• Trataka
• Dynamic meditation
• Tips for silence meditation practice
• Japa meditation
• Ajapa japa
• Antar mouna
• Nada meditation

Relaxation (yoga Nidra)

• The relaxation postures
• Stillness
• Basic relaxation
• Tension relaxation
• Full body relaxation

Yoga anatomy and physiology

• Effects of pranayama in the respiratory system
• Effects of yoga practice and Nauli in the digestive system
• The muscular and skeletal system with advanced postures
• Anatomy of pelvic griddle and spine
• Nadis-the energy channels
• Prana and the nervous system
• Kundalini Shakti
• Chakra
• Panchakosha
• Therapeutic applications of yoga postures and how to avoid injury in class
• Digestive system
• Respiratory system
• Circulatory system
• Nervous system
• Endocrine system
• Organs bodily systems

Yoga philosophy

• Patanjali Yoga Sutras
• Chapter no first
• Chapter no second

Mantra chanting

• Om Asato Maa Sadgamaya
• Om Tryambakam Yajamahe
• Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu Gurudeva Maheshwari
• Om Sahana vavatu
• Hare Rama Hare Krishna
• Vakratunda Mahakaya Mantra Yogena Cittasya
• Om Bhur Bhuva Swaha
• Tvameva mata ca pita Tvameva

Mudra (yoga gestures)

• Introduction of mudras
• Jnana and chin mudra
• Yoni mudra
• Bhairava mudra
• Hridaya mudra
• Khechari mudra
• Nasikagra mudra
• Shambhavi mudra

Shatkarma (yoga cleansing)

• Introduction to shatkarma
• Jalaneti Satkarma (nasal cleansing with salty water)
• Rubber neti (nasal cleansing with a rubber string)
• Agnisar Kriya
• Nauli Kriya
• Kapalbhati cleansing

Therapeutic yoga

• Shathkarma
• Therapeutical effects of Shathkarma
• Kati Vasti Tridosha (explanation of Tridosha)
• Food habits as per Tridosha
• Nadi Parikshan
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Respiratory diseases
• Diseases related to respiration
• Yoga Nidra
• Pranayama and its effects
• Eyes diseases
• Heart diseases
• Heart opening session
• Video session on the awakening of Kundalini

Teaching practice

• Demonstration
• Alignment
• Instructions

Teaching methodology

• Positive and conscious communication friendship and trust
• Time management
• Qualities of a teacher
• Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting
• Use of voice in class
• Mental and emotional preparation for teaching
• Class preparation
• Step by step class structure planning

Evaluation is based on

• Written test
• Asana practical test
• Attendance
• Performance
• Behavior

• Himalayan temple and village tour
• Rishikesh temples and city sightseeing
• Waterfall
• Ganga Aarti ceremony

This yoga teacher training program will take place in a serene and comfortable setting in the spiritual city of Rishikesh. Located on the banks of the Ganga River, the sacred river, and nestled in the Himalayas Valley. Gyan Yoga Ashram welcomes you to their home in the heart of the city. Located far from the hustle and bustle of the big city, the training center is close to local amenities, local market, and the forest for walking.

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During this yoga training, you will be served daily three delicious and healthy vegetarian meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinners. Filtered water, herbal tea, and snacks are also available. The menu is creative and balanced with proteins so you feel full and satisfied.

The most amazing things to do in Rishikesh. These activities are not included in the package but can be arranged upon request.

• Attend Ganga Arti
• Bungee jumping
• Camping and bonfire
• Cliff jumping
• Experience the traditional Indian culture
• Ayurvedic massage and therapies
• Flying fox
• Kayaking
• Mountain biking
• Parasailing and paragliding
• Rappelling and rock climbing
• River rafting - the most popular thing to do in Rishikesh
• Trekking

One free full body Ayurvedic massage is included in your package.

• 27 nights accommodation
• Rooms with hot water, attached bath, and toilet
• Unlimited free high-speed Wi-Fi internet connection
• 3 times daily nutritious vegetarian meals and teas
• Course books and course manual
• Cleansing material like neti pot, rubber tube, etc
• 1 Himalayas trip
• Every weekend excursion
• Taxi-pickup from Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
• Every Saturday Satsang (spiritual gathering)
• 1 full body massage

• Private accommodation
• Air-conditioner
• Room heater

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• 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.