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 & physiology
Comprehensive & 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)
Course includes deep practice of asanas (Postures), Hatha yoga, Ashtanga 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 given enough time to students to interact with their teachers and finding 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 appropriate life.
Meditation & 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 determines 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 Himalayan yoga Association teach their students basics of Ashtanga yoga and they guide them through the completely Ashtanga yoga series in a systematic 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 practice
Hatha Yoga/ Vinyasa Flow (Asanas)
1st week
- Pawanmuktasana series A
- Surya Namaskar ( Hatha)
- Virbhadrasana A & B
- Utthita Trikona asana
- Parvakonasana
- Parivritta parsvakonasana
- Parivritta trikonasana
- parsvaottanasana
Sitting postures
- Bhardwaj asana
- Merudanda vakrasana
- Ardha matsendrasana
- Ardha ustrasana
- Bhujangasana
- Ardha salbasana
- Paschimottasana
- Janusirsasana
- purvottansana
- pawan muktasana series B
2nd week
- Pawan muktasana C / A
- Surya namaskar B
- Trikonasana
- Parsvakonasana
- Virbhadrasana A
- Virbhadrasana B
- Ardha chandrasana
- Virbhadrasana C
- Utthita hasta padangusthasana A/ B
- Natrajasana
- Vriksasana
- Garudasana
Sitting Postures
- Marichyasana A
- Marichyasana B
- Marichyasana C
Back bending postures
- Ustrasana
- Rajkapottasana
- Dhanurasana
- Chakrasana
- Setubandhasana
Forward fold
- Paschimottanasana
- Janu sirsasana
- Triangmukha ekapada paschimotanasana
- Gatyamal paschimotanasana
- Purvottanasana
Inversions
- Sarvagasana
- Core exercises
WeeK 3rd
- Sun salutation A/ B/ C (Hatha yoga)
- Moon salutation
- Teaching methods & sequencing
- Virbhadrasana A & B
- Trikonasana
- Parivrtta Trikonasana
- Parsvakonasana
- Parivrittaparsvakonasana
Arm-balancing
- Bakasana
- Mayurasana
- Eka padabaka dhyanasana
- Parsva bakasana
- Dwi hasta bhujasana
- Hamasana
- Vashisthasana
- Vrischikasana
- Kaundilyasana
- Astavakrasana
Inversions
- Sarvangasana
- Sirsasana
- Halasana
- Karnapidasana
- Matsyasana
- Leg stretching
- Savasana
4th week
- Teachings
- Doubts
- Meditation (1st Semester)
Introduction to meditation
- Guided Meditation
- Breathing Awareness Meditation
- Om / Mantra Meditation
- Trataka
- Dynamic meditation
- Tips for developing concertation Silence Practice
- Ajapa japa
- Antar mouna
Mudras (Yoga Gestures)
- Jnana mudra
- Chin mudra
- Yoni mudra
- Bhairava mudra
- Shambhavi mudra
- Nasikagra
- Khechari
- Yoga Bandhas (Energy Lock)
Preparation
- Uddiyana
- Jalandhar
- Mula & Maha Bandha
- Teaching
- Doubts
Yoga Cleansing (Shatkarma)
- Rubber-neti
- Jalaneti
- Kapalbhati- cleansing the lungs
Yoga Nidra (Psychic Sleep)
- Basic Relaxation
- Tension Relaxation
- Full Body Relaxation
Anatomy and Physiology
- Digestive System
- Respiratory System
- Circulatory System
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Organs Bodily systems
- Nadis
- Chakras
- Muscular System
- Skeletal Sytem
- Muscle Functions according to Joint Movements
- Breathing
- Inversions
- Svasana
Yoga Philosophy (Yoga Darshana)
- Introduction to yoga, its philosophy and evolution
- Introduction to yoga sutras of patanjali
- Definition of yoga
- 4 aspects of mind and its functions
- Daily Schedule of a yoga student
- Principles of 5 basic element & 10 senses
- Yama, Niyama (4 days)
- Asana, pranayama & Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyan, Samadhi (2 days)
- Pancha - Vayus
- Panchakoshas
- Sattva, Rajas & Tamas (Triguna)
- Introduction to chakras and its functions
- Three Doshas
- 4 padas of yoga sutras
- Lives of yogis (Inspiring stories)
- Diet & Nutrition for a yogi
- Question & Answers
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
Sitting postures for pranayama sadhana
- Easy pose
- Half-lotus
- Swastikasana
- siddha yoni asana
Recitation of Sacred Sound (Mantra Chanting)
- Om Asato Maa Sadgamaya (Mantra from Upanishad)
- Tvameva mata ca pita Tvameva (Sloka on gods)
- Om Tryambakam Yajamahe ( Mantra on lord shiva)
- Om sahana vavatu ( Mantra from Upanishad)
- Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu Gurudevo maheshwara ( Guru stotram)
- Yogena Cittasya ( Sloka on sage Patanjali)
- Hare rama, Hare Krishna ( Maha mantra)
Teaching Methodology
- Positive & conscious communication friendship and trust
- Time management
- Qualities of a teacher
- Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting
- Use of voice in class
- Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
- Class preparation
- Step by step class structure planning
Teaching Practice
- Demonstration
- Alignment
- Instructions
Evaluation is based on
- Written test
- Asana practical test
- Attendance
- Performance
- Behaviour
Required reading for 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
1. Patanjali Yoga Sutra By Swami Vivekananda
2. The course manual is provided to students during the course
3. Yoga mala - Sri Pattabhi Jois
4. Asana pranayama mudra bandha
Daily Schedule
- 05:30 Morning bell
- 06:00 - 07:00 Shatkarma and pranayama
- 07:00 - 08:30 Hatha/ Vinyasa Flow Yoga
- 08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
- 09:30 - 10:30 Yoga anatomy
- 10:45 - 11:45 Yoga philosophy
- 12:00 - 13:00 Alignment, adjustment and methodology
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 16:00 - 17:30 Ashtanga yoga
- 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation and mantra chanting
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
- 22:00 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 student cancels the course after joining it, Himalayan yoga Association accepts cancellation but course fees will not be refunded in cancellation.
