21 Day 200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in Benaulim South Goa, India

Certifications

Students who complete their training get a free membership with World Yoga Alliance as Certified Yoga Teachers.

Hatha yoga

Hatha yoga means more than mere physical exercise or postures. In its true sense, Hatha yoga refers to the practice of bringing harmony and balance between the two main energies in the human body - the energy of the moon and the energy of the sun (ha and tha).

Just as the moon constantly changes, the human mind is not constant on a daily basis. In yoga philosophy, the principle of the mind is symbolized by the moon, and one of the main energy channels in the body, the “ida nadi” is also known as the moon energy. On the full moon day, you will see the waves on the surface of the ocean become more turbulent. In the same way, the moon's energy causes your mind and emotions to constantly change.

The moon system is paired with the sun system, known as the “pingala nadi.” The sun is the symbol of fire. It governs your activities and decision-making, and gives mental clarity. The third main energy channel is called “sushumna,” which relates to the central nervous system. The consciousness continuously flows through this central spinal channel. Consciousness is the radiance and light of the soul.

Now, the way to bring balance and harmony to these three energy channels in your body is through the practice of Hatha yoga. In Sanskrit, the moon is known as “ha” and the sun is “tha,” thus 'Hatha.' The “sushumna” channel is the third one that unites all three. Thus, yoga is derived from the root word “yog,” which means the union of mind, body, and soul.

So it is that “Hatha yoga” restores the balance between the mind, body, and intellect. When there are perfect balance and control of mind and intellect, then one’s consciousness and supreme energies begin to awaken. This leads to better physical health, inner peace, inner contentment, and mental clarity. The objective of life becomes more clear and one will start to understand creation. You will exist in this world with the feeling of spirituality, with the feeling of divinity, and of clarity. This is literally the meaning of Hatha yoga in its spiritual context.

Hatha yoga cleanses the body with asana (postures), and when coupled with pranayama (vital force energy control and extension), a Hatha yogi prepares himself / herself to move to the next Ashtanga limbs (pratyahara - withdrawing senses), dharna (one pointedness), dhyana (meditation) and samadhi (bliss).

Program details

Hatha yoga (200 hours) is seven sequences of asanas, along with other theoretical and practical aspects of Hatha such as meditation, kriya, mudras, Kundalini, chakra, bandha, Nadishodhana, yoga philosophy, yogic diet, five pranas and five koshas, nadis, three gunas, Ayurveda, anatomy, four ashrams, mantra chanting, Bhagavadgita texts, etc.

The seven series of asana that is taught in Hatha yoga are:

• Standing series
• Standing forward bend series
• Seated - seated forward bend series
• Prone series
• Supine series
• Inversions
• Advanced

The program is holistic, well-designed and is based on international curriculum and teaching standards set by the World Yoga Alliance. It focuses on asana, adjustment techniques and methods, yoga philosophy, pranayama, meditation, anatomy, and mantra chanting.

The training has certified and qualified experienced masters having vast experience in teaching all the aspects of Hatha yoga. With a WYA certificate, you will be authorized to spread Hatha yoga across the globe with your name in the WYA international directory.

Program overview

Practical sessions overview: these sessions equip the student with all necessary yoga tools for physical and mental development.

Yoga practical techniques

Training, practice, and techniques (90 hours)

• Asana - Hatha flow seven series
• Pranayama
• Meditation
• Mantra
• Kirtan
• Shatkriya
• Bandha - three locks mahabandha
• Yoga stretches and exercise
• Therapeutic yoga
• Lessons on Yin yoga
• Introductory pre-natal yoga
• Partner yoga
• Karma yoga assignments
• Opening prayers
• Closing prayers

Teaching methodology (30 hours)

• Principles of a successful teacher
• Ethical code of conduct of a teacher
• Art of demonstration and observation
• Alignment
• Adjustment of asana
• Practice teaching sessions for students (LED class)
• Yoga food / lifestyle
• Asana theory
• Benefits and limitations
• Teaching methodology

Group sessions / practice session (10 hours)

• Group practice by students

Yoga business / strategic planning (5 hours)

• The basics of how to build a successful yoga model for self / students as a profession (online and other marketing / business plans discussion)

Practicum (20 hours)

• LED class by students: students themselves take classes for other students and also observe others while teaching

Yoga theoretical techniques

Yoga philosophy / theory (25 hours)

• Yoga definitions and introduction
• 5 states of mind
• Origin and history of yoga
• Ashtanga limbs
• Hatha yoga and its components: shatkriya, bandha, nadis
• Hatha yoga's importance
• Pancha prana and panch kosha
• Prayers - opening and closing prayers
• 7 chakras and Kundalini
• Veda’s
• Bhagavad Gita texts and mantras and Ayurveda overview
• 3 gunas - sattvic, rajasic, tamasic food
• Yoga teacher ethics, yoga code of conduct

Theory related to other techniques (10 hours)

Meditation techniques:

• Om
• Trataka
• Yoga Nidra
• Nadanusandhan
• Chakra
• Mind sound resonance techniques of meditation
• Mantra meditation

Anatomy (10 hours)

• Human anatomy and physiology
• Basics of movement science
• Kinesiology
• Skeletal system
• Connective tissue
• Basics of yogic anatomy

What does this 200-hour Hatha course offer?

• Experience and methodology to handle and lead a LED class
• Deeper insights about Hatha yoga
• Lesson on the usage of props like blocks, belts, walls, and chairs in your practice with many modifications and variations of asana with or without the usage of props
• Experience to handle beginner, intermediate, and advanced practitioners
• LED class is what participants will download
• Add-on sessions on Partner, Yin yoga, yoga with props, and prenatal yoga
• Group and one-on-one attention from Trinetra's teachers
• Yoga philosophy to enhance and enrich your spiritual knowledge
• An insight into the eight limbs of yoga - Ashtanga limbs
• Asana theory, benefits, and limitations
• Meditation techniques, pranayama, mantra chanting
• Kriya - cleansing techniques
• Anatomical aspects to understanding yogic science
• Practicum for students
• Discussion on diet

Eligibility / qualifying criteria for the course

• Practitioners with a minimum of six months to one year of yoga practice / experience can apply
• Teachers' training program cannot be considered as a holiday getaway and fun holiday
• Patients with a major illness or injuries are not to apply or are to consult their doctor before applying
• Practitioners with a serious mindset to learn the teacher's training program can apply

Duration of the course

The course duration will be three weeks (21 days of program / instruction) with a focus on the syllabus mentioned for 20 days and 21st day morning is certification ceremony. The last day will be the certification ceremony.

Daily schedule (Monday - Friday) May alter and change based on need of hours and mutual understanding with student

• 07:00 - 09:00 Hatha yoga practice session (group practice session)
• 09:00 - 09:45 Karma yoga / breakfast break
• 10:00 - 11:30 Asana theory
• 11:30 - 13:00 Teaching methodology / alignment
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch break
• 14:00 - 16:15 Yoga philosophy / pranayama / yoga business planning
• 16:30 - 17:30 Anatomy
• 17:30 - 18:30 Meditation / prenatal yoga / Yin yoga / Partner yoga
• 19:00 - 21.00 Dinner time

Saturday:

• 07:00 - 09:00 Group practice session
• 09:00 - 09:45 Breakfast break
• 10:00 - 11:30 Self study / weekend
• 11:30 - 13:00 Self study / weekend
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch break
• 14:00 - 16:15 Self study / weekend
• 16:30 - 17:30 Self study / weekend
• 17:30 - 18:30 Self study / weekend
• 19:00 - 21:00 Dinner time

Sunday: holiday

The certification ceremony will be on morning day 21 before the program end.