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(No availability) 23 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh
200hr Yoga Teacher Training India
“Vama” is dedicated to Lord Shiva (GOD) & “Yog” means yoga. Vama Yog is a holistic approach to yoga, which has its roots in ancient times. These practices are designed to awaken each practitioner to their higher nature. They offer a potent combination of physical posture, kriya, meditation, breathwork, and chanting. They increase strength, build vitality and create mental clarity. Vama Yog serves practitioners and teachers at every level of experience. For the beginner, it provides a complete picture and a powerful pathway to personal development.
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Highlights
- Daily yoga class
- All course materials will be provided
- Weekend excursions and outing activities
- Learn about teaching methodology and yoga alignment
- Learn about yoga anatomy and philosophy
- 22 nights accommodation
- Daily vegetarian meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
22 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
You will be staying in cottages with single or double occupancy with all basic amenities.
Facilities
- All beds have cozy mattresses and blankets with the attached washroom
- Hot/cold water available
- 24-hour water and electricity
- Personal cupboard, and more
Easy to access
- Ganga River
- Books and stationery store
- Café nearby
- Grocery store nearby
- Tour and travel agencies nearby
- Cyber (internet) café nearby and more
Program
This intensive yoga course systematically prepares individuals to teach yoga to others so that they can apply the knowledge and skill for physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. This 200-hour YTT at Vama Yog Eco-Ashram School welcomes all kinds of yoga level practitioners who want to deepen their knowledge and practice of yoga and understand the philosophy aspects and anatomy of yoga. Moreover, if you are planning to become a certified yoga teacher then you are welcome to come and join Vama Yog with an open heart and mind and accommodate the Indian way of life.
Highlights
- The main objective of the 200-hour yoga teacher training is to develop personal growth by yoga.
- You will understand the root definition for each pose while undergoing breathe based training
- Study and practice the various adjustment and alignment techniques
- Learn the art of yogic cooking and make the yogic diet a regular part of your lifestyle to stay healthy, refined, and pure throughout your life
- International certification in 200-hour yoga teacher training - RYT 200
- Connect with nature and learn to live an eco-friendly life
- Indian tradition, cultural, festivals, and more
200 hours YTT course overview
Asana
- Standing
- Back bend
- Forward bend
- Twist
- Inversion
- Balancing
Philosophy
- Introduction and traditional development of yoga
- Eight limbs Astang yoga)
- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Jana Yoga, and Raj yoga
- Chakra systems (Energy centers)
- Pancha Koshas (The five different layers of the body)
- Nadis and Bandhas
Human anatomy
- Skeleton system
- Muscular system
- Nervous system
- Circulatory system
- Respiratory system
- Digestive system
- Endocrine system
Pranayama
- Nadi shodhan
- Surya bhedi - Chandra bhedi
- Sheetali
- Sheetkari
- Kapalabhati
- Bhastrika
- Ujjayi
Mudras
- Gyan Mudra
- Vayu Mudra
- Akash Mudra
- Shunya Mudra
- Prithvi Mudra
- Surya Mudra
- Indra Mudra
- Varun Mudra
Shat Karma
- Neti
- Dhauti
- Nauli
- Basti
- Kapalabhati
- Tratak
Mantras/Prayers
- SahaNavavatu
- Om Purnamadah
- Asato Ma
- Gayatri Mantra
- Mahamrtyujaya Mantra
- Prayer for wellbeing for all
Ayurveda and meditation
- Introduction to Ayurveda
- Introduction of meditation
- Practical
Daily schedule
- 06:00 Wake up
- 06:30 - 08:30 Yoga and pranayama
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:30 Yoga philosophy
- 11:30 - 13:00 Yoga anatomy/Ayurveda
- 13:00 - 15:00 Lunch/rest/self-study
- 15:00 - 16:30 Teaching methodology and yoga alignment
- 16:30 - 18:30 Yoga and pranayama
- 18:45 - 19:45 Meditation/mantra chanting/Yog Nidra
- 20:00 Dinner
- 21:30 Lights out
Generals rules
- Participants must attend all sessions, lectures, and all other activities
- Respectful behavior is mandatory at all times in the premises
- Return all the books to the library before departure from school
- Smoking, drinking, and non-veg food is not allowed during the course
- Eating anything in the yoga hall is not allowed
- In case of misconduct, Vama Yog has the right to disqualify the student at any time during the course
Included excursions
- Kunja Puri Temple visit
- Silent Cave (mediation place)
- Ganga Puja Ceremony
- Waterfalls
Instructors
Tushar Sajwan
He was born and brought up in Rishikesh, learned yoga in Rishikesh with many great masters, he is a well-experienced teacher with good practical knowledge. He has YTT, Masters and PG Diploma in yoga. He has gone through a regular yoga practice with various yoga styles for several years. He has a wonderful sensory experience of teaching yoga for more than five years and an intended yoga teacher training in India with advanced training in asana, human anatomy, adjustments, alignments, art of teaching, pranayama, shatkarmas, bandhas. His teaching is based on theory, discussion, demonstration.
Megha Mittal
Megha originally from Rishikesh, the yoga capital of the world and fortunate to learn yoga from its original place. She is a motivated yoga teacher with advanced training in yoga, specializing in Hatha yoga, yoga philosophy, meditation, mantra chanting, shatkarma. She has done YTT, Masters and PG Diploma in yoga. Every class she filled with love, passion, and respect and she likes to push her students to improve their personal practice, with more than five years experience in teaching yoga and yoga teacher training in India and China.
Retreat location
The location of this yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is surrounded by nature. There is no traffic or crowded sounds nearby so you can learn yoga like an ancient way where students learn yoga between nature to go deeper in yoga.
From this location, Rishikesh is just 28 kilometers, from where you can find local things like Ram Jhula, Laxman Jula, Parmarth Niketan, waterfall, etc. There is a lot of things you can do near the location such as Tracking, Hindi Temple visit, Aisa's largest Water Dam visit, etc.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
During this training, you will be served daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Daily nutritious vegetarian meals and drinks for 23 days, all the foods come from the local farming area and from the Himalayas (no pesticides or any kind of chemicals). There is no EGG in the whole course (Vama Yog also considers eggs non-vegetarian).
- 3 meals a day (100% vegetarian and vegan)
- Milk/herbal or black tea/coffee
- Fresh fruits
- Seasonal vegetables
- Yogic diet
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Yogic
Things to do (optional)
This TTC is going to be held in Rishikesh, India which is also known as the "Yoga Capital of the World". Other than this, it is additionally known for its relieving atmosphere which pulls in religious and spiritual searchers from around the world. The old caves of the Himalayas, the holy Ganges river, temples, ashrams, and a few different spots in regard to Indian practices are the main attraction in Rishikesh.
With the majority of this, experience sports like Rafting, mountaineering, bungee jumping, rock climbing, paragliding, flying fox, wilderness safari and camping in Rishikesh, and more. Therefore, Vama Yog asks that you respect their cultural norms during your stay and not engage in outward displays of affection.
What's included
- 22 nights accommodation
- Daily nutritious vegetarian meals and drinks
- Course materials will be provided (yoga mat, manual, book, notebook, pen, cleansing kit, and T-shirt)
- Weekend excursions
- Outing activities
What's not included
- Flights
- Transport to the airport (charge basis)
- Extra stay or food (charge basis)
- Insurance
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Jolly Grant Airport
14 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Indira Gandhi International Airport
216 km away from your destination
Arrival by taxi
You can take the taxi from Delhi Airport(DEL) towards Rishikesh (248 kilometers / 6 hours journey) or book the flight towards Jolly Grant airport (DED), from there Vama Yog can pick up you.
Arrival by bus
You can also take the bus from Delhi Airport to the Rishikesh bus stand, from there Vama Yog can pick up you. For further information please send an inquiry to Vama Yog.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
