26 Days 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Emotional Blockage Course & Ayurveda in Rishikesh, India

Facilities

The aim of this teacher training course is to create a solid basis for you, in order to help you pursue a career as a certified yoga teacher. The training focuses on quality in all aspects, ranging from accommodation, a healthy diet, and the team of experienced teachers.

The program is also suitable for anyone who is not aiming to become a teacher but wishes to fully go into the path of yoga. It is a very beneficial course for self-healing, growth and gaining optimum health.

The course covers a wide range of topics, including the 100 asanas, the five basic meditation techniques, three types of pranayamas, shatkarma, body alignment techniques, how to teach individual and group sessions, yoga business ethics, setting up a yoga school, holistic approach to learning therapeutic yoga teaching, and many others.

The main aim of this course is to teach physical and spiritual practices that lay down the foundation to become a well rounded and successful yoga teacher. The main seven modules of the course include yoga asana with adjustment, shatkarma, meditation, pranayama, yogic philosophy, anatomy and emotional blockage™ treatment.

Classes are held Mondays to Saturdays from 06:00 to 19:00. On Sundays, you can join the group for some fun excursions around Rishikesh.

What makes Yoga India Foundation 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training special?

• Yoga India Foundation gives you great tools for teaching and growing yourself, individually and strong
• Before course start, Yoga India Foundation offer 24/7 one-on- one guidance via e-mail to make sure all your questions will be answered.
• You will gain compassion, self-acceptance and mental strength
• You will cover topics such as meditation, asana, yogic philosophy, anatomy, correct adjustment, ayurveda, alternative healing and detoxification techniques.
• Yoga India Foundation always focus on each individual’s personal experience
• Yoga India Foundation aim to make your stay with us comfortable, easy-going and safe.
• Yoga India Foundation help you to gain a clear vision, willpower and a balancing personality
• After the course, you are welcome to stay in touch with Yoga India Foundation. They are happy to help you in obtaining a career by writing a reference statement and answer your questions.

Accreditation

• As you graduate from the Training, you will receive a Certification that allows you to teach yoga internationally without any restrictions.

Course curriculum

1) Hatha yoga

Yogic postures comprise four hours of the daily schedule. You will be introduced to the various asanas in a systematic manner with progressively increasing level of difficulty. Once the basics are mastered, asana flows, adjustments and subtle aspects of breath & awareness will be brought into focus. During the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training you will:

• Build up a huge knowledge of postures
• Increase your strength and flexibility
• Learn at least 100 Asana names
• Become confident in teaching postures

2) Adjustment

You will learn how to adjust asanas and understand how adjustment can deepen your practice. You will cover their benefits, modifications and cautions. We use different props such as bolsters, belts, pillows and blocks to maximize the effect.

3) Pranayama (breathing techniques)

You will learn techniques to work with vital energy centers in the body with a goal of becoming proficient enough to teach these skills to your students.

4) Shatkarma (cleansing techniques)

Yogic cleansing practices will be integrated into the daily morning schedule and will work in conjunction with the asana practices.

5) Meditation

You will cover a range of meditation techniques that will help build concentration and focus in your daily practice. Techniques include Om chanting, Chakra and Power of Transformation meditation.

6) Mantras (chanting)

A range of mantras will be taught including the Gayatri Mantra and many more. Find your inner harmony in these sessions.

7) Anatomy

You will learn anatomy and physiology relevant to yoga in order to strengthen the classroom explanations, cues, and corrections of asanas. During this 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, you will cover:

• Yoga and skeletal system,  brain & nervous system, respiratory system, digestive system, cardiovascular system
• Effects of pranayama, asanas and meditation for various disorders.
• Subtle body anatomy of the chakras, nadis and the application of chakras energy in the practice of yoga.
• Introduction to Ayurveda & yogic diet.

8) Yoga Philosophy

This class will focus on introducing you to the basic philosophy, concepts and history of yoga. It will cover the various traditional philosophies and viewpoints, insights from modern research and ways in which the essence of this holistic life-view can be integrated into a modern lifestyle. During your 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, you will cover:

• Yoga Sutras: parts of the Patanjali’s yoga Sutra
• 8 limbs of Ashtanga yoga
• How overcome Panch-klesha: the five causes of pain and miseries
• The philosophy behind Raj yoga and Hatha yoga
• Parts of the Bhagavad Gita

9) Teaching Methodology and Practice

This class will give you the necessary building blocks to devise your own yoga class. Learn how to motivate your students by teaching inclusively to the range of abilities that you may be faced with.

10) Yoga teaching practise

The Teaching Practise is the last practical part of the course. You will:

• Practice teaching with lead teacher
• Receiving/giving feedback
• Prepare your own class
• Teach your own class
• Adjust your students correctly

11) Emotional Blockage™ Treatment

Emotional Blockage™ Treatment is a sacred healing therapy taught at Yoga India Foundation yoga ashram only. Through pressing certain points in your body, accumulated energy blockages are removed and the energy can flow at its maximum again. Accumulated energy blockages result in depression, anxiety and various physical and mental diseases.

This module will help you to free yourself from past pain and repetitive negative thoughts. You will also learn how to give this treatment to others. Yoga India Foundation believes that a clear mind and healthy body are the foundation of a happy and peaceful life.

Weekly schedule

Week 1

• 06:00 - 07:00 Shatkarma
• 07:00 - 08:00 Pranayama
• 08:00 - 09:30 Hatha yoga class
• 09:30 - 10:00 Light breakfast
• 11:00 - 12:00 Anatomy class
• 12:00 - 13:00 Philosophy class
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch and Karma yoga
• 14:00 - 16:00 Break and study time
• 16:00 - 17:30 Hatha asana class
• 17:30 - 18:00 Relax
• 18:00 - 19:00 Emotional Blockage™ Treatment
• 19:00 - 20:30 Dinner
• 22:00 Lights off

Week 2

• 06:00- 07:00 Shatkarma
• 07:00 - 08:00 Pranayama
• 08:00 - 09:30 Hatha yoga class
• 09:30 - 10:00 Light breakfast
• 11:00 - 12:00 Anatomy
• 12:00 - 13:00 Philosophy class
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch and Karma yoga
• 14:00 - 16:00 Break and study time
• 16:00 - 17:30 Hatha asana class
• 17:30 - 18:00 Relax
• 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation
• 19:00 - 20:30 Dinner
• 22:00 - Lights off

Week 3

• 06:00- 07:00 Shatkarma
• 07:00 - 08:00 Pranayama
• 08:00 - 09:30 Hatha yoga class
• 09:30 - 10:00 Light breakfast
• 11:00 - 12:00 Yoga adjustment
• 12:00 - 13:00 Philosophy class
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch and Karma yoga
• 14:00 - 16:00 Break and study time
• 16:00 - 17:30 Ashtanga class
• 17:30 - 18:00 Relax
• 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation
• 19:00 - 20:30 Dinner
• 22:00 - Lights off

Week 4

• 06:00- 07:00 Shatkarma
• 07:00 - 08:00 Pranayama
• 08:00 - 09:30 Teaching practice
• 09:30 - 10:00 Light breakfast
• 11:00 - 12:00 Yoga adjustment
• 12:00 - 13:00 Philosophy
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch and Karma yoga
• 14:00 - 16:00 Break and study time
• 16:00 - 17:30 Teaching practice
• 17:30 - 18:00 Relax
• 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation
• 19:00 - 20:30 Dinner
• 22:00 - Lights off

• Local market shopping trip
• Trekking in the Himalayas
• Visiting the Vashisht cave
• Waterfall trip
• Yoga India Foundation has a partnership with Pankh- the Creativity School, a school for slum children in Rishikesh. The school provides free education to the children. The YIF Yoga Teacher Training students get to create fun yoga workshops for the kids and teach them the secrets of yoga as part of their training program.

Yoga India Foundation is located in the yoga capital of the world and stands close to the banks of River Ganga. Rishikesh is located in the North Indian state of Uttarakhand and is surrounded by the Himalayan Hills. The place is intersected by the holy River Ganges, and thus, it is also known as the land of yoga and spirituality.

Rishikesh is claimed to be the Yoga Capital of the World and people from different countries, from all around the world, visit this divine city to enjoy the nature and learn yoga and other forms of spirituality. The Center is surrounded by beautiful scenery and green surroundings, rushing and flowing rivers, and tranquil nature. These views have the power to purify and heal your soul completely.

Nearby place

• Dehradun, 35 kilometers
• Delhi, 250 kilometers
• Haridwar, 30 kilometers

The food provided during the course is based on a healthy yogic and sattvic dietary plan, three times a day; brunch, fruit snacks and dinner. You will receive three vegetarian or vegan meals per day that are deliciously and freshly prepared.

Music Jams

Music connects you deeply with yourself and with others in the most extraordinary and liberating ways. During the weekends, we host Jam sessions and Mantra circles.

Healing therapies

If you are seeking alternative therapies to heal, increase relaxation, or learn more about yourself, Yoga India Foundation has a variety of spiritual treatments available such as Reiki.

Movie nights

When you’re in the mood to watch a movie (Bollywood/any other), you are welcome to join the Saturday-movie nights. At Yoga India Foundation, they play nice movies and sometimes also yoga documentaries. We provide a Roof Top Open-Air space where you can watch both movie and stars in the sky.

Shopping

A really fun part about Laxman Jhula is having many shops, stalls, and stores. If you have time during your busy training schedule, go wander around for a bit and see what you can find. There are lots of fun clothing to buy like pants, shirts, shawls, and scarves. Some other items that are available in the nearby markets include candles, yoga gear, natural or Ayurvedic beauty and personal care products, religious items, healthy food, snacks, and much more.

• Airport transfer from Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh (at arrival only)
• 1 Mala (Indian Necklace for Chanting)
• 2 Sunday excursions
• 3 healthy vegetarian meals per day
• 25 nights accommodation
• 200-hour teacher training course curriculum
• 200-hour yoga certification
• Complimentary Ayurvedic consultation
• Daily meditation and yoga philosophy classes
• Daily pranayama classes
• Daily yoga classes
• Individual Guidance
• International Communication (English, German, French & Hindi)
• Learn about shatkarma, yoga philosophy and yoga anatomy
• New course materials & yoga mat
• One School T-shirt
• Two yoga books

• Airfare
• Personal expenses
• Spa treatments
• Taxi rides
• Laundry service

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 16% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.