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This 200-hour course comes from the experience of many years. Its structure especially allows the students to embrace and to understand yoga by different perspectives. This shows very clearly the multidisciplinary of Yoga and the connection between many branches of ancient knowledge for instance Ayurveda and Philosophy; Meditation and Mantra; Pranayama and Asana.
Upaya Yoga teacher training school is located directly on Cola beach, one of the private beaches in South Goa. This is a Hidden sandy beach provided with facilities where you can relax in complete freedom. Cola and are the closest villages Agonda and they are only 20 minutes away by walk. The center is nestled in between lush trees and has a quiet and relaxed atmosphere.
Upaya Yoga Teacher Training's premises are at exclusive use of their teacher training students and retreat guests to avoid any disturbance and to preserve the beautiful energy generated during the course. The garden, chill area, and library are also at the guest’s disposal.
They have a variety of huts different in styles and budget to satisfy anybody taste and capability. All huts are airy and bright. They are facing either the garden and river. The huts, with no exception, are provided with a ceiling fan and a complete bathroom with hot water. The rooms are provided with linen, towels, blankets, mosquito net, or electrical mosquito repellent.
Free Wi-Fi is accessible in the whole property. The cleaning service takes place regularly on any third day. The laundry service is provided, upon request, at an affordable extra cost. Taxis are available 24 hours. Eco-huts with river view and big balcony and windows, ceiling fan and mosquito net 24 hot and cold water.
The teaching of these topics develops to bring the students progressively to a complete understanding of the matter. In such a way each lesson always delivers some beautiful insights. Another significant aspect of the wide approach on yoga is the practice of many different styles. The aim is to clarify what is the real essence of any asana practice and also to unfold the peculiarities of the most relevant styles of yoga. This will eventually promote more awareness and confidence regardless of where the practitioner will take his practice.
Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga are experienced in equal measure during the training as they represent the original root of any other physical practices only recently created such as Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Power Yoga, and so on.
To complete the experience, this course also includes the practice of Yoga Nidra. This discipline is nowadays growing in popularity, as they are irreplaceable tools for the relaxation and the restoration of body and mind.
The practice of meditation will also run during the whole training. Through the exploration of different techniques, the student will eventually realize the real meaning and the importance of meditation for a healthy mind.
In addition, the unique and precious specialties of our training are the numerous classes dedicated to Alignment and Adjustment, Teaching Practice, and Stress Management (USMP). The Upaya Stress Management program can also be continued at home through online sessions.
The program of the 200 hours yoga teacher training is complete and balanced. It develops through weekly schedules so that each topic can be fully examined and correctly understood.
The introduction of fresh subjects introduces change and news in each week of the training.
The gradual progression allows the students to process and internalize the learning without obstacles.
Yoga Philosophy: History of yoga; Introduction to Hatha Yoga -Shatkarma, Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha-; introduction to Samkhya and Patanjali Yoga Sutra; introduction to Yoga Nidra and Meditation
Ayurveda: introduction to Ayurveda and its basic principles; personalities identification; Yoga and Ayurveda
Yoga Anatomy: introduction to Anatomy and different systems; anatomical terms; Skeletal System; Muscular System; Nervous System; Yoga Posture and Anatomy
Upaya Stress Management Program (USMP): understanding of the concept of stress; stress releasing techniques; an interactive session
Additional learning:
Pranayama: Nadi Shodana, Bastrika, Ujjay, Brahmri, Sheetali, Sitkari.
Krya: Kapalbati, Jal Neti, Sutra Neti, Vuaman Doti, Nauli, Tratak.
Mantra: chanting practice of Om Mantra, Shanti Mantra, Mahamrintunjaya Mantra, Gayatri Mantra, and Mantra of 32 names of Goddess Durga.
Meditation: Kaya Sthairyam; Ajapajapa (stage 1 & 2); Antar Mouna (stage 1& 2); Osho active meditations
Yoga Nidra: the practice of the first three levels of Yoga Nidra; methodology of Yoga Nidra
Art of teaching: ethics of a yoga teacher; guidelines for effective space and time management during the class.
Alignment and adjustments: understanding of each component of the asana; body alignment; safe adjustments; avoidance of common injuries
The highlights of this teacher training are the alignment and adjustment, and teaching practice classes.
The first one serves to understand and master the asana in any detail. They are complemented by special workshops. These represent a priceless opportunity for the students to deepen the understanding of the poses and their implications.
The skills practiced and acquired during these classes are the following:
The latter represents the time when the student can experiment what has been experienced during the frontal hours. The students will learn how to structure a flow and also how to instruct with efficiency, power and clarity a yoga class. He or she will eventually be ready to lead a 90 minutes class.
The skills practiced and acquired during these classes are the following:
To a diligent and humble student, the teaching practice is a rare opportunity to discover oneself, to develop self-awareness, and to overcome personal blockages. These classes go far beyond a mechanical exercise.
The learning described above is the gems of the course. They guarantee to shape the student into a conscious and competent teacher.
Please note that this schedule is explanatory.
All the subjects listed in this schedule will be covered, however the timing may vary. The training will be organized in weekly schedules and it may vary slightly according to the progression of the group and the weather condition.
The path to transforming into a yoga guru is a lifetime process of learning and India, being the capital of yogic philosophy and spirituality, is the optimum location to develop a strong foundation of internal discipline. The Teachers Training Course (TTC) is a rigorous and transformative experience and at Upaya Yoga we ensure that the curriculum is fully comprehensive with assured personal attention to each student. Upaya Yoga teachings are different from many other yoga schools as they focus on the full spectrum of the yogic path and ashram life, not only asanas (postures). The course also covers alignment, adjustment, anatomy and teaching practice. Students will get to experience meditation, breathing (pranayama), cleansing, chanting, mauna (silence), pooja (worship), kirtan (sacred singing), and other important aspects of the yogic path. Upaya Yoga Teacher Training offers the perfect balance of comfort and tranquility in a natural setting for your yoga practice.
Today I can say that Yoga represents for me the way back home, or rather the heart. When I go back to the heart, I am a human being more fulfilled and authentic. I completed numerous courses on yoga, meditation and self-development. I teach Meditation, Yoga Nidra, Hatha and Yin Yoga. My classes are an invitation to reconnect and rediscover one Self. Through the observation of the breath and the body we can acknowledge our own and unique energy; and to eventually free and empower our being.
Dr Nitin Patil born in Kolhapur, interested in Ayurvedic herbal medicines since childhood is what brought him to study deeper in the philosophy of Ayurveda. He runs his Ayurvedic hospital in Kolhapur with specialized Keralian detox healing procedures. His interest in the anatomy of the human body got him interested to teach yoga students a deep understanding about yoga postures, alignments, deeper understanding about. His deep understanding knowledge and experience in Ayurveda make him the perfect member of the Upaya Team.
Ayush trained for several months in Mysore both in asana and pranayama refining his technique. His skills set is also enriched by a good understanding of Iyengar yoga. This brings into the class a teaching approach which promote more awareness of body and mind through the correct alignment and detailed explanations of the poses. Ayush has a contagious vitality that support the students in overcoming personal difficulties and enhance self- confidence in everybody practice.
Goa is the best location to learn and practice yoga in India. As one of the smallest and more recent states in India, Goa offers the opportunity to experience the local culture, traditions, and tropical Nature in the smoothest and safest way.
The kindness and sympathy of the people make Goa a welcoming home for all its visitors. The melting- pot of cultures enriches the spirit and the mentality of the place and explains the presence of a stable and animated community of foreigners. Especially the South- Goa, where Upaya Yoga Teacher Training is based, testifies the successful encounter between East and West. Naturally, this meeting finds its best form of Goa yoga.
To explore yoga in Goa is an experience which any yoga lover should try at least once. The energy and the spirituality of this land boost the dedication and the motivation of all yoga practitioners.
The teacher training courses are meant to reflect and amplify this alchemy. Upaya Yoga is the most well-known and established School in Goa due to the quality of its learning; the authenticity of its environment and unequaled location.
All the teacher training courses are well-rounded and balanced. They are open to beginners and advanced practitioners longing to add value and meaning to their journey.
In between the classes, some of the students are conquered by the beauty of the endless and vast sandy beach; whereas others relaxed pampered by the sounds of the tropical fauna in the lush tropical trees. A yoga teacher training course at Upaya is a lifetime experience.
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Any intense yogic practice requires a balanced and rich nutrition. It is crucial to adopt the correct diet during the teacher training course and so to nourish body and mind at the best.
They offer a healthy and delicious vegan diet. The food does not contain any meat, eggs or diary with the exception of chai (the traditional Indian milk tea) and curd in the morning. They also serve seasonal finger millet bread (ragi bread), brown rice, cereals, and others aliments which are suitable for a gluten free nutrition.
All the meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared daily in the school and are served as a buffet. They arrange a variegated menu to offer always a choice and optimal supply of all necessary nutrients (proteins, carbs, fibres).
They buy products available in the local market to guarantee the genuine flavour and the freshness of the ingredients.
The dishes are cooked and combined together according to the Ayurveda principles.
In other words, the use of the ingredients is selected in accordance to the season and the weather condition. So, the organism can adjust easily to the new environment, the digestive system is not overloaded, the mind remains alert and the body is light. The use of the spices is drastically reduced and dosed to maintain a cool mind and not to impede meditation.
Especial care is also given to the water. The drinkable water is pure and reach in useful minerals. The guests may enjoy unlimited filtered water and so also reduce the pollution of plastic bottles in the environment.
Read below what is normally served during our meals.
A communal fridge is at disposal of the students, in the dining area, if they wish to integrate the meal with some little extra.
During your free time, you can go swimming on Arambol beach. Also, you can borrow books from the library if you would like to take them to your room so you can spend some time reading and studying.
Upaya Yoga Teacher Training offers spa treatments at an additional cost.
Goa International Airport
39 km
Transfer available for additional US$36 per person
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