28 Day 200 Hours Vinyasa /Hatha /Ashtanga based Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Facilities

Himalayan Yoga Association’s 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is a professional and comprehensive program which is designed by accomplished yoga masters after a lot of self-study on the subjects of yoga in order to provide best teachings to their students. 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Himalayan Yoga Association offers detailed teaching on asanas (postures), meditation, pranayama, yoga philosophy, yoga anatomy and physiology, alignment-adjustment, teaching methodology as well as fundamentals of Ayurveda and its importance.

All yoga classes are taught by well - educated accomplished yogis (Masters) that lefts no space for doubts on the teachings when students step forward to teach others. Once the course syllabus is completed students are also given the opportunity to teach their classmates in the presence of teacher which brings clarity and self-confidence in their teaching.

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course is suitable for all walks of life people whether you are a beginner, intermediate or want to learn for personal development and skills or yoga as a profession so you are on the right place, come and join Himalayan yoga Association to learn how to transform millions life.

Course overview

Yoga anatomy and physiology

Comprehensive and deep study of postures anatomy, movements and the key systems of the body. Learn how the body parts work and apply this knowledge for safe and effective practice and teaching.

Mastering the asanas (postures)

The course includes a deep practice of asanas (postures), Hatha yoga, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa flow as well as its theory. Students are also provided a separate class on alignment- adjustment- teaching methodology as these are part of the training, this class has given enough time to students to interact with their teachers and find out the answers of their questions.

Yoga philosophy

Yoga philosophy in Sanskrit called yoga darshan which means guiding students through philosophy of life with the help of ancient yoga texts to the aim of yoga. 200 Hour course at vinyasa yoga school imparts teachings of the mystic sage Patanjali’s ‘Patanjali yoga sutras’ which teaches students to learn how to live an appropriate life.

Meditation and mantra chanting

Mantras - Sound vibrations that permeate every cell of your being and allow your mind to dissolve and repose. Meditation is that which gives you deep rest. Meditation is an activity in which the practitioner just sits and allows the mind to dissolve. The rest in meditation is deeper than the deepest sleep that you can ever have. When the mind becomes free from agitation, is calm and serene and at peace, meditation happens.

Pranayama

The prana creates an aura around the body. It flows through thousands of subtle energy channels called ‘nadis’ and energy centers called ‘chakras’. The quantity and quality of prana and the way it flows through the nadis and chakras determine one’s state of mind. If the prana level is high and its flow is continuous, smooth and steady, the mind remains calm, positive and enthusiastic.

Ayurveda

Ayurveda is ancient knowledge that indicates the very measure of life, advising on the appropriate and inappropriate, happy and sorrowful conditions of living, and recommending practices auspicious for longevity.

Syllabus

Ashtanga Yoga Postures

Ashtanga yoga primary series sequence made by K. pattabhi jois, In 200 hours yoga TTC we teach our students basics of Ashtanga yoga and we guide them through the completely Ashtanga yoga series in a systematically way according to the ashtanga yoga tradition which includes-:

• Sun salutation A
• Sun salutation B
• Standing sequence postures
• Seated sequence postures
• Finishing sequence postures

Mysore style/ use of yoga props/ Teaching practice

• On 1st week - introduction to Ashtanga yoga followed by Sun salutation A & B.
• On 2nd week - Standing sequence postures & use of yoga props.
• On 3rd week - Seated sequence postures & Finishing sequence postures.
• On 4th week - Mysore style & Teaching

Hatha Yoga/ Vinyasa Flow (Asanas) 1 st to 3rd week

• Sun Salutations
• Standing and balancing
• Seated
• Prone
• Supine
• Backbends
• Inversions

4th week

• Teachings
• Doubts

Meditation Practices

• Introduction to meditation (What is Meditation)
• Body Awareness Meditation
• Mind Awareness Meditation
• Breathing Awareness Meditation
• Om Meditation
• Mantra Meditation Practices
• Trataka meditation
• Dynamic meditation
• Art of self silence Practice
• Yog nidra
• Walking meditation Practice
• Deep listening meditation
• Teaching Practices of Students

Yoga Philosophy (Yoga Darshana)

• What is Yoga & its history?
• Lifestyle of a yoga practitioner
• What are Yoga sutras/ 8 limbs of Yoga?
• Introduction of srimad bhagavad gita.
• Understanding all 4 paths of yoga; Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Gyan Yoga, Dhayan Yoga
• What is hatha yoga?
• What are trigunas?
• What is ego?
• Freedom from unhappiness
• Realizing pure consciousness
• Stories of the enlightened yogis
• Assignments & activities
• Presentation on any topic to the teacher

Pranayama (Breathing Practices)

• Introduction of Pranayama
• Benefits of pranayama
• General guidelines
• Clavicular
• Thorocic and Diaphragmatic Breathing (Yogic Breathing)
• Ujjayi
• Bhastrika
• Kapalbhati
• Nadi - Sodhana
• Bhramari
• Surya - Bhedi & Chandra - Bhedi Sheetali & Sheetkari

Mudras (Yoga Gestures)

• Jnana mudra
• Chin mudra
• Bhairava mudra
• Nasikagra

Yoga Bandhas (Energy Lock)

• Preparation
• Uddiyana
• Jalandhar
• Mula & Maha Bandha

Yoga Cleansing (Shatkarma)

• Rubber-neti
• Jalaneti
• kunjal kriya
• shankh prakshalan kriya

Sitting postures for pranayama sadhana

• Easy pose
• Half-lotus
• Swastikasana
• siddha yoni asana

Teaching Practice & Methodology

• Demonstration
• Instructions
• Alignment
• Adjustment

Evaluation are based on

• Written Test
• Asana Practical Test
• Attendance
• Performance
• Behaviour

Required reading for 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

1. Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda

2. Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

3. Yoga mala - Sri Pattabhi Jois

4. Asana pranayama mudra bandha

Daily Schedule

• 05:30 Morning bell
• 06:30 - 07:30 Shatkarma and pranayama
• 07:30 - 09:00 Hatha/Vinyasa Flow Yoga
• 09:00 Breakfast
• 10:00 - 11:00 Philosophy
• 11:00 - 12:30 Alignment, adjustment, and methodology
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
• 14:00 - 16:00 Free time
• 16:00 - 17:30 Ashtanga yoga
• 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation
• 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
• 21:00 Lights off

Programs Terms and Conditions/Refund Policy

All classes are mandatory only in case of an emergency or illness one can take leave with respected teacher permission. Uninformed leaves won’t be accepted and this will leave a bad impression on student monthly performance.

Prerequisites

A high degree of self-motivation is required for all aspects of the course. The practice and especially the teaching of yoga demand a high degree of self-discipline and purity. To ensure the success of the program, participants are required to attend all spirituals activities, meditation sessions, lectures, and asana classes. Meat, fish, eggs, black tea, coffee, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and nudity are prohibited during the course as they are counterproductive to the yoga practice. Participants who do not comply with the school rules may be dismissed from the course.

Discipline Rules for Students

Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in the school. If you are having a fast any day, you have to inform the kitchen manager for avoiding food waste. Always make discipline, respect teachers and follow all rules. Always be on time. If you are late means you will not be permitted to join the class. Clear your books of account before departure from Himalayan Yoga Association. Before departure return your books, maps or any goods which you borrowed. Himalayan Yoga Association provides accommodation for a student who joins the yoga course. So any friends or relatives will not be included in the accommodation. However, they can stay in school by renting another room.

Refund Policy

The course fees will not be refundable, only in the case of emergency students can join us on other schedules. If the student cancels the course after joining it, Himalayan yoga Association accepts cancellation but course fees will not be refunded in cancellation.

List of weekend excursions:

First Sunday: waterfall trekking

Second Sunday: tour the Himalayas

Third Sunday: Visiting orphanage school

Fourth sunday- Free for students

Himalayan yoga Association is located Near deecon valley in Village Ghughtayni Talli, Ward No-5, Upper Tapovan in Lakshman jhula, Rishikesh ‘The world capital of yoga’ on the bank of the holy river ganga surrounded by the Himalayas, natural waterfalls, all the well-known ashrams, temples, beach camps, adventure activities, wild life activities are nearby school which is always a great opportunity to our beloved students to visit the ashrams to see the pure and holy living style, devotion towards god, faith and believe on guru, respecting everything and every being, living with basic needs, living with law of natures which will definitely help them to connect with their real self which is lost in the materialistic world beside this adventure lovers can indulge themselves in adventure activities to test their adventure skills while going the course.

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During the training course students are served three meals per day. The food served is hygienically prepared, nutritious, and healthy. Vinyasa yoga school in Rishikesh puts special emphasis over yogi food for all its students.

Food provided at the centre is 100% vegetarian but not vegan. It can be . arranged provided you inform the chef about it well in advance. There will be served 3 vegetarian meals per day (and a cup of chai during ourtea breaks) for the duration of the course.

The meals are unlimited. Generally, you’ll get a plate of food with all of the various vegetarian Indian dishes appropriate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (according to a yogic diet.) We always make a surplus of food for our students, which is usually placed on the dinner tables for our students to grab from if they want more of a particular dish. You can also always feel free to talk to our kitchen staff if you’d like your meals prepared a certain way or if you’d like extra food.

Cycling

Kayaking

Massage Course

Mountain biking

Shopping

Spa

Swimming

Healing Courses

Beach camping

Rappelling

Bungee jumping

Flying Fox

Giant Swing

Waterfall Trekking

Rock climbing

Valley crossing

Trekking

Body surfing

Zorbing

Hot air ballooning

• 27 nights accommodation
• 3 times daily nutritious vegetarian meals and teas
• Weekend excursions
• Course material
• One the Himalayas sightseeing trip
• Free taxi-pickup from (DED) Dehradun airport
• Every Saturday kirtan night
• Every Friday movie

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• 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.