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(No availability) 59 Days 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Kerala, India
Intensive and complex Yoga Teacher Training India
This comprehensive Yoga Teacher training, designed in accordance with the 500 hour requirements for registration with Yoga Alliance, is a combination of a 200-hour training, followed by a 300-hour training. These courses may also be undertaken separately, and therefore, you will first attend the 200-hour training and then, continue with the 300-hour one. Upon completion, you will receive a 500-hour certificate, which gives you the opportunity to apply and register as a Yoga Alliance certified teacher.
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Highlights
- Daily yoga teaching classes
- Yoga Alliance recognized certificate
- Experienced teachers with an intensive curriculum
- Small group practices in a spiritual and serene environment
- Fruits, vegetable, tea, and snacks available
- Daily sattvic and vegetarian meals
- 57 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
54 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Accommodation will be arranged in a nearby guest house which is around 15 minutes far from the school. This guest house has all modern amenities, free Wi-Fi, and self-cooking facilities, which is safe especially for single women travelers. Single and shared rooms are available. You will be provided free daily transportation to and from these guest houses to the school.
Program
Part One: 200-hour training
The 200-hour yoga teacher training curriculum, approved by Yoga Alliance, is open to all levels and all body types. The only requirement is that you offer your positive attitude, open mind and playful spirit. It is suggested that you have had a regular, consistent practice of Hatha or Vinyasa yoga for at least six months prior to the training, but this is not mandatory.
Unique features of this yoga teacher training course:
- Small group of 15 students for individual attention
- Mixed Hatha and Vinyasa style
- Personal guidance and supervision for intensive yoga and meditation practice
- Well-experienced and dedicated teachers
- Detailed and intensive curriculum
- Lectures from guest teachers and masters on philosophy and Bhagawat Geetha
- Additional lectures on Ayurveda and diet by experienced teachers
- Ayurvedic cooking demonstration
- Yoga Alliance recognized certificate
Daily schedule (6 days a week)
- 07:30 - 08:30 Mantra chanting/meditation
- 08:30 -10:30 Morning asana practice
- 10:30 - 11:30 Brunch
- 11:30 - 12:30 Yoga theory
- 12:30 - 13:00 Break
- 13:00 - 14:30 Lectures on philosophy/anatomy physiology/Ayurveda
- 14:30 - 16:00 Evening asana practice
- 16:00 - 17:00 Tea break
Yoga teacher training curriculum
- Mantra chanting
- Meditation
- Pranayama
- Bandhas and Kriyas
- Hatha and Vinyasa flow classes
- Philosophy
- Yoga therapy for diabetes, hypertension, obesity, thyroid, etc.
- Prenatal yoga, children's yoga
- Teaching practice
- Anatomy physiology
- Adjustments and assistance
- Inversions and arm balances
- Sequencing and transitions
- Introduction to Ayurvedic diet
- Bhagawat Geetha
- Ethic guidelines
- Business aspects
Part Two: 300-hour training
Syllabus
Asanas
- Deeper understanding of Hatha yoga
- In-depth study of the twelve basic postures
- Practice of advanced variations
Pranayama
- Advanced pranayama
- Extended practice of Anuloma Viloma
- Proper use of the Bandhas and Mudras
Raja yoga
- Detailed study of the eight steps of Raja yoga
- In-depth study of the yoga Sutras from Patanjali
- The mind, its mystery, and control
Bhakti yoga
- The nine types of Bhakti
- The five attitudes of devotion
Teaching practices
- Alignment and hands-on adjustment
- Assisting students while someone else is teaching
- Giving instruction, teaching styles, and qualities of a teacher
- Principles of demonstration
- Observing, assisting, and correcting
- Teaching methodology and techniques
- Teaching practice, receiving feedback, observing others teaching, hearing, and giving feedback
Anatomy and physiology
- Understanding basic normal human anatomy and physiology
- Understanding developmental anatomy and physiology
- Understanding energy anatomy and physiology
Yoga philosophy
- Application of the yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- Application of the Yamas and Niyamas
Other important aspects in teaching yoga
Meditation, mantra chanting, learn the Sanskrit alphabet, correct the pronunciation and spelling of the mantras and hymns, embrace ayurvedic diet, Mudra, Bandhas, and Kriya.
Non-contact hours
Students familiarize themselves with theoretical aspects of yoga, prepare projects or presentations, and practice independently.
Typical daily schedule
- 07:00 - 08:15 Pranayama practice, meditation, or mantra chanting
- 08:15 - 08:30 Tea time
- 08:30 - 10:30 Asana practice
- 10:30 - 11:15 Brunch
- 11:15 - 13:15 Lecture on philosophy, anatomy and physiology, yogic diet, or Sanskrit
- 13:15 - 13:30 Break
- 13:30 - 14:30 Lecture on yoga theory
- 02:30 - 16:30 Asana practice or teaching practicum
- 04:30 - 17:00 Evening tea
There will be no class on Saturday after 1 p.m. and on Sunday.
Instructors
Santhakumary
Santhakumary is the founder and director of Santhi Yoga. She has over 20 years experience in teaching yoga. She has taken her teacher training certification from Sivananda Ashram in India. She also has teacher training certification in children's yoga. She holds a postgraduate diploma in yoga and a master's degree in yoga from Annamalai University.
Retreat location
The training takes place at Santhi Yoga Teacher Training Institute, located in Trivandrum, Kerala. Kerala is known as 'God's own country' which also probably happens to be one of the greenest towns you will ever see. Trivandrum has an international airport. Major public and private including a number of international airlines operate regular flights to and from Trivandrum. Many Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kochi are well connected to Trivandrum.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Daily wholesome and sattvic vegetarian brunch will be served during the class hours. Seasonal and locally sourced fruits, vegetables, tea, and snacks will be provided throughout your stay.
The following meals are included:
- Brunch
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
Things to do (optional)
After the class hours, you can go for sightseeing or shopping. Kovalam beach is only 15 kilometers from Trivandrum. There are lots of things to see in Trivandrum like historic palaces, temples, museums, and beaches.
Spa treatments
Ayurveda spa treatments are available in the school. Students can avail treatments on a discounted rate.
What's included
- 57 nights accommodation
- All food during the class hours
- A pickup service from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
- The course fee
- Training manual and syllabus
What's not included
- Airfare
- Additional activities
- Dinner and all meals on Sunday
- Personal expenses
- Transfer to the airport
How to get there
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Major public and private including a number of international airlines operate regular flights to and from Trivandrum. Many Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kochi are well connected to Trivandrum. Transfer from this airport is included. Shanti Yoga will pick you up from the airport.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
