200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Course

Course Overview

This 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) course is designed for dedicated yoga practitioners who wish to deepen their practice, understand the roots of yoga, and develop the skills necessary to teach confidently. The program covers a comprehensive curriculum that integrates yoga philosophy, asana practice, anatomy, teaching methodology, meditation, kirtan, kriyas, and practical teaching experience.

Course Objectives

• Develop a strong personal yoga practice.
• Gain a foundational understanding of yoga philosophy and history.
• Learn proper alignment, benefits, and contraindications of yoga asanas.
• Understand basic anatomy and physiology as they relate to yoga.
• Cultivate effective teaching skills, including sequencing, cueing, and hands-on adjustments.
• Explore pranayama, meditation, and other yogic practices.
• Build confidence and competence to lead yoga classes.

Curriculum Breakdown

1. Yoga Philosophy and History
   • Origins of yoga and its evolution over time.
   • Overview of classical yoga texts: “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali,” “The Bhagavad Gita,” and “Hatha Yoga Pradipika.”
   • Understanding the Eight Limbs of Yoga.
   • Introduction to key concepts like karma, dharma, and the gunas.
2. Asana Practice
   • Detailed study of over 50 foundational yoga postures, including:
     • Standing poses
     • Seated poses
     • Backbends
     • Forward bends
     • Twists
     • Inversions
     • Restorative poses
   • Principles of alignment and modifications for various levels.
   • Use of props to enhance practice.
3. Anatomy and Physiology
   • Introduction to the musculoskeletal system.
   • Understanding the spine and its importance in yoga.
   • Anatomy of key joints and their role in asana practice.
   • Physiology of breathing and its connection to pranayama.
   • Injury prevention and safe practice techniques.
4. Teaching Methodology
   • Principles of effective sequencing for different class styles (e.g., Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative).
   • Verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
   • Hands-on adjustments and assists.
   • Managing different types of students and class dynamics.
   • Ethics of teaching yoga and building a professional practice.
5. Pranayama and Meditation
   • Techniques for conscious breathing:
     • Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
     • Kapalabhati (Cleansing Breath)
     • Bhastrika (Bellows Breath)
     • Ujjayi (Victorious Breath)
     • Bhrahmri (Bumble Bee Breath)
     • Seetali (Cooling Breath)
     • Dirga pranayama (Three-part Breath)
     • Sama Vritti (Square Breathing)
   • Introduction to meditation practices, including:
     • Mindfulness meditation
     • Guided visualization
     • Yoga Nidra
     • Trataka Meditation
     • Active & Passive Meditation
   • Developing a personal pranayama and meditation routine.
6. Practicum
   • Observing and assisting in live yoga classes.
   • Designing and teaching your own yoga sequences.
   • Constructive feedback sessions with peers and instructors.
   • Leading group meditations and pranayama sessions.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a 200-hour certification accredited by the Yoga Alliance, qualifying them to teach yoga worldwide.

Who Should Attend?

• Dedicated yoga practitioners looking to deepen their practice.
• Individuals aspiring to teach yoga professionally.
• Anyone interested in exploring the philosophy and science of yoga.
• Committed practitioners
• Individuals pursuing a career in yoga
• Passionate yoga enthusiasts
• Those seeking personal growth and transformation
• Health and Wellness Professionals,
• Spiritual Seekers
• Those Interested in Self-Care
• Future Specialists in Specific Yoga Styles

Requirements for Completion

• 100% attendance and active participation in all sessions.
• Successful completion of written and practical assessments.
• Demonstration of teaching competency.
• Completion of all assigned readings and homework.

Yoga Styles Offered

• Hatha Yoga
• Therapeutic Yoga
• Vinyasa Yoga
• Ashtanga Yoga
• Yin Yoga
• Restorative Yoga

We Provide

• Yoga mats and props
• Airport pick-up
• Sightseeing
• 22 nights’ accommodation
• Three meals on full teaching day (One meal on Saturday and no meal on Sunday)
• Gluten-free and vegan-free meal options available.
• High-quality room featuring an attached washroom and access to hot water.
• Training manual and additional resources
• Access to online videos and study aids
• Certificate of completion
• T-shirt
• Yogic Cleansing Kit

What’s Not Included

• Additional activities, excursions, and services
• Additional meals and drinks
• Airfare
• Airport drop-off
• GST

How to Get There

Arrival by Airplane: Please book your flight to arrive at Gaggal airport (DHM), Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. Pick-up from this airport is included.

Arrival by Bus: Private bus companies are available for travel from Manali, Dehradun, and Delhi. Tickets can be booked online for Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC).

What to Bring

• Notebook and writing materials
• Comfortable clothing for practice
• An open mind and a willingness to learn!
• Water bottle

Dates of Course

Location: Dharamshala, Goa, and Rishikesh

Price

• $999 USD with accommodation and meals
• $599 USD without accommodation and meals