Certifications
Upon completion of this yoga teacher training, students will receive certificate affiliated with Yoga Alliance. Registration with Yoga Alliance provides a globally recognized credential.
Join thousands of students from all over the globe who have experienced the true meaning of peace through World Peace Yoga School’s unique and engaging approach to teaching yoga. Whether you are beginning or advanced in your practice, all yoga practitioners are welcome and encouraged to join this month-long program.
This course is created for individuals with aspirations of becoming yoga teachers but is appropriate for any individual wishing to further expand their yoga practice. Cultivate happiness, self-love, and positivity in a yoga program deeply devoted to spiritual growth and understanding.
Throughout the course, you will learn Yoga Alliance-approved curriculum in a nurturing and supportive classroom environment that caters to your individualized skills. The best spirituality teachers of India will share their experience to transform your lives so that you can too be messengers of peace in the world.
You will leave the program with the knowledge, experience, and confidence to become the yoga teacher of your dreams.
What makes this program one of a kind
Initiation and blessings (transmission of energy)
You will begin your life-changing journey with a beautiful and magical fire ceremony conducted by World Peace Yoga School loving founder, Yogi Vishnu. After initiation, you will be deeply connected to the mystical energies of the Himalayan yogic legacy.
Direct teachings from world class teachers
World Peace Yoga School focuses on providing you with small, intimate class settings for individualized and personalized attention from their beloved teachers. Your classes are located at the same building as your accommodations, so teachers are easily accessible to you throughout the day.
Sundates
Every Sunday, you will take a break from your yoga classes to explore the many tourist destinations in and around Rishikesh. Excursions include rafting the Ganga River, visiting the Beatles Ashram, exploring the natural treasures of the area (like caves, river beaches, and waterfalls), and meditating at Kunjapuri Temple during sunrise.
An inspiring and welcoming community
Every teacher and staff member of World Peace Yoga School is passionate and committed to providing the best possible experience for you. World Peace Yoga School is a spiritual hub for knowledge seekers to grow and nourish their souls. It’s a community built on love, enthusiasm, and a profound belief in the transformative powers of yoga.
Modern facilities right next to the Ganga River
World Peace Yoga School prides itself on cleanliness and providing students with a peaceful learning environment. World Peace Yoga School is extremely grateful to be located so closely to the Ganga River with its serene and magical energy wafting onto the property. The yoga halls are bright, colorful, and modern with a gorgeous Ganga view and a literary library available for students. Nirvana Cafe inside the school also has nightly movie showings of both Hollywood and Bollywood movies for students to watch.
Course outline
200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training In Rishikesh (Course Overview)
1. Recitation of Sacred Sound (Mantra Chanting)
The purpose of mantra chanting in yoga is to generate vibrations and connect with the universe. Each mantra is special and rich with spiritual energy.
- 1- Om Asato Maa Sadgamaya (Mantra from Upanishad)
- 2- Tvameva mata ca pita Tvameva (Sloka on gods)
- 3- Om Tryambakam Yajamahe ( Mantra on lord shiva)
- 4- Om sahana vavatu ( Mantra from Upanishad)
- 5- Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu Gurudevo maheshwara ( Guru stotram)
- 6- Yogena Cittasya ( Sloka on sage Patanjali)
- 7- Hare rama, Hare Krishna ( Maha mantra)
2. Yoga Postures (Asana)
Students will gain extensive knowledge on yoga postures and will increase their strength, flexibility and discipline.
Hatha Yoga
- 1.Pawanmuktasana series 1
- 2.Pawanmuktasana serie 2
- 3.Pawanmuktasana series 3
- 4.Surya Namaskar ( sun salutation)
- 5.Chandra Namaskar (Moon salutation)
- 6.Tadasana (palm tree pose)
- 7.Triyak tadasana (swaying palm tree pose)
- 8.Trikonasana (triangle pose)
- 9.Parivirtatrikon asana – revolving triangle pose
- 10.Uttkatasana –chair pose
- 11.Virbhdrasana 1 -warrior 1
- 12.Virbhdrasana 2 -warrior 2
- 13.Virbhdrasana 3 -warrior 3
- 14.Ardha Chandrasana- Half moon pose
- 15.Vriksasana – tree pose
- 16.Parvatasana – mountain pose
- 17.Adho mukha svanasana – downward facing dog
- 18.Kati chakrasana – waist rotating pose
- 19.Malasana – squatted yoga pose
- 20.Garudasana – eagle pose
- 21.Baddha Konasana- bound angle pose
- 22.Rajkapoot asana – pegion pose
- 23.Bhujanghasana – cobra pose
- 24.Urdhva mukha svanasana –upward facing dog
- 25.Matsyasana-
- 26.Setu Bhandasana
- 27.Utrasana
- 28.Dhanurasana
- 29.Salabhasana
- 30.Supta Virasana- reclining hero pose
- 31.Virasana –hero pose
- 32.Vajrasana –thunderbolt
- 33.Gomukhasana
- 34.Balasana
- 35.Dandasana
- 36.Ardha Matsyendrasana
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
Coverage: Alignment, Drishti, Adjustment, Options
Surya Namaskar A
Surya Namaskar B
Full Primary Series:
- 1. Padangusthasana
- 2. Padahasthasana
- 3. Utthita Trikonasana
- 4. Parivrtta Trikonasana
- 5. Utthita Parsvakonasana
- 6. Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
- 7. Prasarita Padottanasana A B C & D
- 8. Parsvottanasana
- 9. Eka Pada Padangusthasana A B C & D
- 10. Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana
- 11. Utkatasana
- 12. Virabhadrasana A & B
- 13. Dandasana
- 14. Paschimottanasana A B C & D
- 15. Purvattanasana
- 16. Ardha Baddha Padma Uttanasana
- 17. Triang Mukaikapada Pashimottanasana
- 18. Janu Sirsasana A B & C
- 19. Marichyasana A B C & D
- 20. Navasana
- 21. Bhujapidasana
- 22. Kurmasana
- 23. Supta Kurmasana
- 24. Garbha Pindasana
- 25. Kukkutasana
- 26. Baddha Konasana A & B
- 27. Konasana
- 28. Upavishta Konasana
- 29. Supta Konasana
- 30. Supta Padangusthasana A & B
- 31. Ubhaya Padanghusthasana
- 32. Urdhva Mukha Pashimottanasana
- 33. Setu Bandhasana
- 34. Urdhva Dhanurasana
- 35. Salamba Sarvangasana
- 36. Halasana
- 37. Karnapidasana
- 38. Urdhva Pindasana
- 39. Matsyasana
- 40. Urdhva Padmasana
- 41. Sirsasana
- 42. Urdhva Dandasana
- 43. Baddha Padmasana
- 44. Yogimudra
- 45. Uplutih
- 46. Savasana
3. Pranayama (Breathing Practices)
Pranayama is an ancient yogic breathing technique that is used as preparation for meditation and is a vital aspect of practicing yoga. It improves the respiratory system and purifies the body and mind.
Week 1
- Introduction of Pranayama , Benefits of pranayama , *General guidelines
- Clavicular , Thorocic and Diaphragmatic Breathing *(Yogic Breathing)
- Ujjayi
- Bhastrika
- Kapalbhati
- Nadi – Sodhana
- Bhramari
- Surya – Bhedi & Chandra – Bhedi
- Sheetali & Sheetkari
Week 2
Sitting postures for pranayama sadhana-
- 1- Easy pose
- 2- Half-lotus
- 3- Swastikasana
- 4- siddha yoni asana
Week 3
Mudras (Yoga Gestures)The practice of Mudra hand gestures is an ancient facet of yoga. Performing gestures effects the energy flow of the body and can change a person's spiritual and mental characteristics.
- Jnana mudra
- Chin mudra
- Yoni mudra
- Bhairava mudra Shambhavi mudra
- Nasikagra
- Khechari
- Yoga Bandhas (Energy Lock)
- The practice of Bandhas expands the lung capacity and breathing capabilities during yoga. It also strengthens the entire body from the inside out.
- Preparation
- Uddiyana Jalandhar
- Mula & Maha Bandha Teaching
Week 4
4. Meditation (Dhyana)
Meditation is a systematic practice that promotes physical, mental and emotional tranquility with the purpose of reaching Samadhi (self-realization).
- Introduction to Meditation
- Breathing Awareness Meditation
- Om / Mantra Meditation
- Trataka
- Dynamic meditation
- Tips for developing concertation
- Silence Practice
- Ajapa japa
- Antar mouna
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.
- Basic Relaxation
- Tension Relaxation
- Full Body Relaxation
6. Yoga Cleansing (Shatkarma)
Yogic cleansing exercises are important to learn how to incorporate your breath and meditate properly during physical aspects of yoga. It also removes the blockages in the energy channels.
- Rubber-neti
- Jalaneti
- Kapalbhati- cleansing the lungs
7. Anatomy and Physiology (Sharir Vijnan)
Proper understanding of the physical body will help to prevent injury before, during and after practice. There are two kinds of yoga anatomy: physical and spiritual. Understanding both types are needed.
Brief overview:
- Digestive System
- Respiratory System
- Circulatory System
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Organs
- Bodily systems
- Nadis
- Chakras
- Guidelines in Studying Asana Anatomy
- Muscular System
- Skeletal Sytem
- Muscle Functions according to Joint Movements
- Anatomy of:
Breathing
Inversions
Svasana
8. Yoga Philosophy (Yoga Darshana)
Yoga Philosophy is the foundation of our yoga practice and is the key to earn yogic strength. Through the path of Vedanta Philosophy, you will establish a solid, well-rounded yoga practice.
Week 1
- Introduction to yoga ,its philosophy and evolution
- Introduction to yoga sutras of patanjali
- Definition of yoga
- 4 aspects of mind and its functions
- Daily Schedule of a yoga student
- Principles of 5 Basic element & 10 Senses
Week 2
- Yama , Niyama (4 days)
- Asana , Pranayama & Pratyahara , Dharana , Dhyan , *Samadhi (2 Days)
Week 3
- Pancha – Vayus
- Panchakoshas
- Sattva , Rajas & Tamas (Triguna)
- Introduction to chakras and its functions
- Three Doshas
Week 4
- 4 padas of yoga sutras
- Lives of yogis (Inspiring stories)
- Diet & Nutrition for a yogi
- Question & Answers
9. Teaching Practice (Adhyapanam)
Students will take turns practicing their teaching skills by performing in front of their peers and teachers.
Demonstration Alignment Instructions
10. Teaching Methodology
A yoga teacher should efficiently perform the practical applications of class planning and preparation. At World Peace Yoga School, our students will learn how to create a positive and peaceful class environment for an enjoyable and transformative experience.
- Positive & conscious communication
- Friendship and trust
- Time management
- Qualities of a teacher
- Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting.
- Use of voice in class
- Mental & emotional preparation for teaching.
- Class preparation
- Step by step class structure planning.
Assessments are based on:
- Written Test
- Oral Test
- Attendance
- Performance
- Behavior
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Daily Schedule
5:00 a.m - Morning Bell
6:30 to 7:30 a.m. - Pranayama
7:45 to 9:00 a.m. - Group A- Hatha yoga
7:45 to 9:00 a.m. - Group B- Ashtanga Yoga
9:15 to 10:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 to 12:00 p.m. - Yoga philosophy
12:10 to 1:10 p.m. - Yoga anatomy
1:20 to 2:30 p.m. - Lunch
3:30 to 5:00 p.m. - Ashtanga yoga (Group A)
3:30 to 5:00 p.m. - Hatha Yoga (Group B)
5:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Alignment, adjustment, teaching methodology
6:15 to 7:15 p.m. - Guided meditation
7:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Dinner
9:00 p.m. - Lights Off
