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15 Day 100-Hour Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in Goa, India
Ferns Guesthouse, Vall Aframent, Agonda, Canacona, South Goa district, Goa, India
India Yoga Teacher Training
Peaceful Mind - The Ancient Yoga invites you to come and join this 100-hour yoga teacher training of Hatha and Ashtanga, Vinyasa yoga in Goa, India.
Meet the instructors
Satendra, Shreya, & Chetan
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Highlights
- 13 days of training
- 2 yoga classes per day
- Guided meditation, mantra chanting, and pranayama
- Anatomy, physiology, and philosophy
- Alignment, adjustment, and methodology
- 14 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
- Transfers to and from the airport
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
13 days with instruction
Group size: Maximum of 50 participants
Airport transfer included:
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
10:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Dry cleaning
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Newspapers
You will stay for 14 nights at the school. You will stay in a private single room. The room has a double bed or two single beds which are available upon request, a wardrobe, en-suite bathroom with hot and cold water, toiletries, television with cable channels, intercom, a fan, air conditioner, dressing mirror, secluded balcony or veranda for a comfortable sit out, and basic Wi-Fi access.
Program
Certifications
The certificate of completion will be provided.
Pre-application requirements
- Those who want to develop the skill of teaching in the path of traditional Kundalini, Tantra, and meditation
- Good for beginners and advanced yoga practitioners
- Those who are willing to awaken the hidden energy
- Those who have at least six months of yoga experience
- Those who are seeking a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certificate
- Those who are interested in teaching meditation and practices
About the training
Peaceful Mind - The Ancient Yoga is a prominent yoga school affiliated with the Yoga Alliance USA. They offer this yoga teacher training for beginner-level students with the primary basics of yoga that are supreme in obtaining in beautiful Goa, India. Peaceful Mind - The Ancient Yoga has experienced, qualified, dedicated, and professional yoga teachers. If you are a beginner and looking to start a yoga teacher training and work on your spiritual and yoga practice, this is the perfect course to start with. This allows the trainees to gain the necessary experience to become the world's best yoga instructor.
You focus a lot of energy on teaching the postures (asanas) safely and securely. The anatomy and physiology of the human body are studied during the yoga course in Agonda Beach, Goa. Peaceful Mind - The Ancient Yoga offers the opportunity for students to join and enlarge their schooling and immerse themselves into their practice with this course. It is ideal for those who are limited in time and focused primarily on deepening their practice without necessarily the intention to teach or for those who wish to add additional hours to their preexisting teaching certification.
This 100-hour yoga teacher training course includes the study and practice of Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, asanas, pranayama, meditation, kriyas, and alignment and adjustment workshops. The course will make your spirit and mind livelier with the knowledge and experience of yoga. This course will prepare you with all the tools and confidence you need to become a yoga teacher and will increase the speed of your yoga journey.
You will have rejuvenating Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga sessions in the afternoon and evening with yoga experts and integration groups that will help you synthesize the deep transformations that occur during training and deepen bonds through simple singing around the fire with everyone. Every week, there will be one day off. During the course, they will encourage you to read the four classical texts of Hatha yoga, which they will provide as a gift and which are short and easy to go through.
You will have days off and time to read. These texts are Gheranda Samhita, Yoga Upanishads, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. At the end of the course, you will enjoy having a written exam, that will test your knowledge about teaching and is a prerequisite for certification.
Syllabus
1. Recitation of sacred sound (mantra chanting)
By combining sound, breath, and rhythm, mantra meditation channels the flow of energy through the mind-body circuit, adjusting the chemical composition of your internal states and regulating brain-hemisphere imbalances, contributing to a natural abatement of fear and despair - emotions that underlie both of these common afflictions.
By balancing the nervous system, chanting regulates the chronic stress and tension that is the norm for many people in today’s hyper-stimulated lifestyle. By balancing the endocrine system, chanting normalizes hormone production, which balances your mood and overall sense of well-being.
- Gayatri Mantra is a powerful mantra from the Rig Veda that purifies, guides, protects, and heals. It removes darkness and brings light. Everyone can chant this mantra.
- Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is from the Rig Veda. It wards off all negative and evil forces, cures diseases, and protects from all mishaps. Everyone can chant this mantra.
- Om Asato Maa Sadgamaya (Mantra from Upanishad)
- Om sahana vavatu (Mantra from Upanishad)
- Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu Gurudevo maheshwara (Guru stotram)
- Yogena Cittasya (Sloka on sage Patanjali)
2. Yoga postures (asana)
The Indian sages of Vedic times - the Rishis, had discovered the super science of yoga and guided practical ways for accomplishing complete well-being. The Rishis had devised methods to awaken the unlimited powers (Potentials) of human life using yoga.
The real meaning and scope of yoga presents a new method of practicing it for strengthening and rejuvenation of body and mind. Students will gain extensive knowledge of yoga postures and will increase their strength, flexibility, and discipline. The Yogasana is fast and feasible, yet comprehensive in effect. It can be practiced by people of all age groups without any time constraints.
a. Hatha yoga
According to Indian tradition, one of the primary objectives of Hatha yoga includes deepening concentration, called Dharana, to enhance meditation and bring energy and health to the body and mind by opening the nadis, or channels of Kundalini energy. The opening of nadis through Hatha helps promote spiritual growth and understanding, according to Indian tradition. Because Hatha yoga’s pace is slow and gentle, it is an ideal starting place for people who are new to yoga.
One of the more challenging aspects of a yoga practice is combining movements with breathing control, or pranayama; a slow pace assists newcomers in moving correctly with the breath according to Hatha principles. Students of Hatha yoga hold each pose through several breaths.
- Surya Namaskar (Sun salutation) and Chandra Namaskar (moon salutation)
- Alignment, assist, and adjustment for the following asanas (postures)
b. Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga
Vinyasa yoga requires a working knowledge of yoga and is more advanced than Hatha yoga, in that it demands more physical through the poses. This form of yoga is a series of postures that work the cardiovascular system with its flowing movements and quick pace. All of the poses are linked and combined with a rhythm of inhalations and exhalations aimed to build heat in the body. Vinyasa yoga, also called Ashtanga yoga, is a fast-paced series of postures or asanas that focuses on the flow between movements, rather than individual poses.
The purpose of Vinyasa yoga is internal cleansing. By synchronizing the asanas with breathing control, your internal temperature rises. According to Ashtanga, the asanas performed in Vinyasa heat the blood, subsequently thinning it so it flows more freely in the body, which creates a healthier, lighter, and stronger mind and body.
- Coverage: alignment, Drishti, adjustment, and options | Surya Namaskar A and 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, and Navasana
3. Pranayama (breathing practices)
The Vedic sages (Rishis) have rewarded you with invaluable knowledge for your well-being and mental and spiritual evolution. The yoga science of pranayama is unique in such precious gifts, which offer enormous benefits to your physical as well as subtle bodies by enhancing your Prana (vital spiritual energy).
The fourth Anga (part) among the eightfold system of yoga (Astanga-yoga) given by Maharshi Patanjali is pranayama (divine breathing exercises to enhance vital energy). Pranayama is composed of two word - Prana and ayama. Prana prefers the Vayu (living energy) flowing in the word - prana and ayama means its control. Its practice keeps the entire body healthy.
a. Week one
- Introduction of pranayama, benefits of pranayama, and general guidelines
- Clavicular, thoracic, and diaphragmatic breathing (yogic breathing)
- Ujjayi
- Bhastrika
- Kapalbhati
b. Sitting postures for pranayama sadhana
- Easy pose
- Half-lotus
- Swastikasana
- Siddha yoni asana
- Nadi - Sodhana
- Bhramari
- Surya - Bhedi and Chandra - Bhedi
- Sheetali and Sheetkari
- Pranakarshan pranayama
- Bhastika pranayama
4. Meditation (Dhyana)
Meditation is a systematic practice that promotes physical, mental, and emotional tranquility to reach Samadhi (self-realization). Meditation is relaxation. It is not about concentration, it is actually about de-concentration. It is not about focusing one’s thoughts on one thing, but instead on becoming thoughtless. With meditation, the physiology undergoes a change and every cell in the body is filled with more prana (energy).
This results in joy, peace, and enthusiasm as the level of prana in the body increases. Meditation brings the brainwave pattern into an alpha state that promotes healing. The mind becomes fresh, delicate, and beautiful. It cleanses and nourishes you from within and calms you, whenever you feel overwhelmed, unstable, or emotionally shut down with regular practice of meditation.
- Breathing awareness meditation
- Trataka
- Dynamic meditation
- Tips for developing concentration
- Silence meditation
5. Yoga Nidra (psychic sleep)
When a yoga practitioner moves through the various internal states of Yoga Nidra, a profound experience of relaxation occurs. This is called "Turiya," a sensation of pure bliss. Yoga Nidra, a Sanskrit term meaning "yogic sleep" is a deep relaxation technique and a form of meditation. Also called "psychic sleep," yoga nidra is a state between sleeping and waking. The body is completely relaxed and the practitioner turns the awareness inward by listening to a set of instructions; much like a guided meditation.
Performing yoga nidra involves practicing pratyahara ("withdrawal of the senses"), which is the fifth limb of Ashtanga yoga. Yoga Nidra practice results in deep relaxation and expands the individual's self-awareness. Yoga Nidra was practiced by ancient sages so they could consciously watch their samskaras or the "impressions of the mind." They could also purify their samskaras to come closer to liberation, or moksha. The practice of yoga nidra not only involves pratyhara but also requires pranayama (breathing techniques) and dharana ("concentration"), which are the fourth and sixth limbs of Ashtanga yoga.
In Yoga Nidra, the practitioner enters their alpha state, and their focus shifts to the third eye chakra (Sahasrara). It also stimulates the hormones in the pineal gland, which releases melatonin - a hormone that reduces stress, boosts the immune system, and helps prevent illness. Regular practice helps harmonize the brain hemispheres, promoting better mental performance. Yoga Nidra offers other amazing health benefits, as well, including:
- Calms the mind
- Relaxes and rejuvenates the body
- Soothes the nervous system
- Reduces fatigue
- Lowers high cholesterol and blood pressure levels
- Strengthens immunity
- Improves quality of sleep
- Treats depression
- Reduces pain
- Boosts concentration level
- Supports brain function and boosts creativity
- Basic relaxation
- Tension relaxation
- Full body relaxation
6. Yoga cleansing (Shatkarma or purification)
The Shatkarmas purify the body. Their purpose, however, is not only physical purification but inner purification as well. When the body is purified, internal disorders are removed and good health is achieved. Without such purification, the body will not be ready for the higher practices of yoga. After purification, a human being lives longer on this earth. The Upanishads and Vedas state in several places that human beings remain healthy and free from disease and living for a hundred years or more is natural.
- Rubber-neti
- Jalneti
- Kapalbhati
7. Yoga philosophy (Yoga Darshana)
Yoga philosophy is the foundation of your yoga practice and is the key to earning yogic strength. Through the path of Vedanta Philosophy, you will establish a solid, well-rounded yoga practice. Yoga philosophy is closely related to one of the other six schools of Hinduism, Samkhya, but unlike Samkhya, yoga accepts the concept of God, described by Patanjali as Ishvara. Some scholars describe yoga philosophy as "Samkhya with God." While Samkhya states that knowledge is the only path to moksha, yoga says that it should be combined with systematic practice or personal experimentation.
Week 1
- Introduction to yoga, its philosophy and evolution
- Introduction to yoga sutras of patanjali
- Definition of yoga
- Four aspects of the mind and its functions
- Daily schedule of a yoga student
- Principles of five basic elements and 10 senses
Week 2
- Yama, Niyama (four days)
- Asana, pranayama and Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyan, and Samadhi (two days)
8. Anatomy and physiology (Sharir Vigyan)
It is a must to know about the organization of the human body and how different parts of the human body work. The study also involves the knowledge of how various conditions affect the functioning of different body parts to maintain life and health. An introduction to anatomy and physiology is learning various systems that compose the human body. The synchronized working of all these systems explains the miraculous organization of the human being, a complex multicellular organism.
- Digestive system
- Respiratory system
- Nervous system
- Organs
- Bodily systems
- Nadis
- Chakras
What you will learn
- Kundalini practices (to awaken the hidden energy)
- Tantra practices (to unite and balance the Shiva and Shakti)
- Hatha yoga (for physical health and flexibility)
- Pranayama (for energy balance and proper breathing)
- Meditation (for calming and relaxing the mind to achieve stillness and stability in your life)
- Bandhas (for awakening the hidden energy and channeling the energy in the proper direction)
- Mudras (yogic gestures that help you to save your energy so that you can make yourself always happy)
- Philosophy (you can understand your life better and the function of Kundalini Shakti)
- Satkarma (detox cleansing will help you to make yourself lighter and open to awaken the energy)
Daily schedule
- 05:30 Morning bell
- 06:30 - 07:30 Mantra chanting and pranayama
- 07:45 - 09:00 Hatha yoga
- 09:15 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 11:00 - 12:00 Anatomy and physiology
- 12:15 - 13:15 Alignment, adjustment, and methodology
- 13:30 - 14:30 Lunch
- 14:30 - 16:30 Resting or reading books
- 16:30 - 17:30 Yoga philosophy
- 17:30 - 18:30 Vinyasa yoga
- 18:30 - 19:15 Meditation
- 19:30 - 20:30 Dinner
- 22:00 Light off
The schedule may be modified if necessary and is just a guideline.
Instructors
Satendra Shrivastava
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Yogi Satendra is the founder of Peaceful Mind - The Ancient Yoga with 27 years of experience in the field of teaching multi-style yoga and meditation for mental and physical well-being and inner strength. He is also a certified yoga therapist and has a postgraduate diploma in Yogic Science and certified in "Health Conservation" from a renowned university in India. His philosophy style involves correct postural alignment, balancing strength and flexibility, applying suitable modifications, variations, and creating a compassionate space where people feel safe to explore and challenge themselves.
Shreya Shrivastava
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Shreya Shrivastava is a spiritual and professional yoga teacher and Co-founder of Peaceful Mind-The Ancient Yoga, India with an experience of nine years in the domain of yoga. She is a yoga mentor with diversified experience in meditation, pranayama, Hatha yoga, Mantras chanting, and yoga philosophy. She is a highly dedicated, experienced, and passionate yoga instructor.
Chetan Kumar
Yogi Chetan is a registered experienced yoga teacher. He completed his Master's Degree MA in Yogic Science and Ayurveda from Himalaya Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital, Dehradun, India. Yogi Chetan has five years of yoga teaching experience in various yoga schools in India as a Hatha yoga and Ashtanga, Vinyasa yoga teacher.
Retreat location
This yoga school is located in Agonda, Goa, India. It is located on the southern side of Agonda Beach. This accommodation is near Agonda Beach. Goa has a long history of mesmerizing its guests with swaying palms and shimmering sand stretch giving an enchanting sight. The state has an extended 105 kilometers of Konkan coast which offers untouched beaches with no human habitation, few with basic amenities, and some with all modern facilities. It has been able to please solitude seekers to party buffs. One of the major cities of Goa is Margao and down south, it starts with the line of beaches.
The 20-kilometer stretch of silvery-white sand from Majorda beach to the headland of Cabo de Rama is full of beaches. The more one moves towards the south, the lonelier the beaches are. Palolem Beach is commonly known as Paradise Beach. Its scenic beauty of sand-facing blue water completely justifies the name. The splendid beauty of the beach forces everyone to lose their senses for an initial couple of minutes. The beach is a stretch of about three to four kilometers long shoreline with crescent-shaped and white sand which does not become hot even in summer.
It is further bordered by a row of palm trees where one can rejuvenate from the hustle and bustle of city life. This picturesque beach is also famous as Goa's idyllic beach where one can enjoy crashing and gobbling of blue water on the sand. This is a natural bay protected by high capes from both sides giving an idyllic coast with flat and shallow sandy sea bottom. The unique feature of the beach is its rocky mood. It has plenty of small hills and rocky crags and one could enjoy the much-awaited family time in playing here. By the end of this, all the body pain can be healed with a splash of cool water.
The beach is a perfect destination for people of all age groups as it is a beautiful blend of excitement and calm. The sunset at Agonda Beach is magnificent. It is more than a picture-perfect view and this moment needs to absorb. The sultry air, warm water, peaceful beach, and the slow process of the sun meeting the water body can only be experienced. From afar, you can see a brownish object moving on the sea. However, when it comes closer, it is the fishermen coming home. This real-life canvas will bring a lot of changes to your inner self.
Distances
- Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport) (GOI), 63 kilometers
Unique features
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Balcony
- Bar
- Restaurant
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
During your stay at the school, you will be served daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner included in the price except for Saturday dinners and Sunday meals. All the meals consist of delicious homemade vegetarian, Ayurvedic, and yogic meals from the Indian menu option. All meals included are based on a pre-fixed menu. Drinks are also included in the price. Special requests and other dietary requirements such as vegetarian yogic meals are welcomed and encouraged with prior notice.
The following meals are included:
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Yogic
- Other dietary requirements on request
- Ayurvedic
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Art classes
- Ayurveda and spiritual massage and spa treatments
- Boating
- Cooking classes
- Cycling
- Kayaking
- Spa
- Swimming
What's included
- Rejuvenating Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga sessions
- Spiritual dance and movement sessions
- Integration groups
- Kirtan night (spiritual song and dance)
- 14 nights accommodation
- Daily vegetarian breakfast, lunch, dinner, and teas (except for Saturday nights and Sundays)
- Filtered unlimited drinking water
- 1 wonderful picnic in the jungle and mountain areas
- 3 beautiful gifts on the farewell (yoga t-shirt, yoga mat, and yoga bag)
- Airport transfers
- Certificate of completion
- All course yoga materials
What's not included
- Airfare
- Additional activities, excursions, or services
- Personal expenses
- Travel or other insurance
- Medical expenses
- Visa
- Vehicle
- Saturday dinners and Sunday meals
How to get there
Recommended Airports
GOI
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
42 km
Transfer included
Airport: Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
Airport transfer included: Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
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 10 days before arrival.
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