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200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Curriculum

Yoga teacher training in India essentially includes the practice of various asanas and pranayama to strengthen the mind, body, and spirit. In keeping with a deep conviction in yoga, the 200 Hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India at Rishikul Yogshala consists of a carefully curated curriculum that includes several yoga postures to improve the yogi's physical strength as well as mental well-being. Also, the conscious and intentional control of breath along with the techniques of Pranayama is highly valued and taught in the course.

200 Hour yoga teacher training begins with yoga philosophy where you will learn about the intriguing history of yoga and participate in interactive learning sessions to help you become an effective yoga teacher. The course includes the yogic practices of Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga that empower the practitioner to gain a deeper insight into the numerous benefits that can be derived from these techniques.

An effective yoga teacher is one who pays close attention to each and every person doing the asanas as you may have to design modifications for some practitioners who cannot do the asanas easily. And this can be done only if you are familiar with the essential techniques of teaching an asana session. This 200 Hour Yoga teacher training in India is curated with all the basics of teaching methodology like preparation of classroom, sequencing of class, demonstration techniques, and describing the purpose and benefits of practicing Yoga. In addition, you will also learn how to adjust and adapt poses and make the necessary changes for difficult poses.

Through this investment of your 200 hours, you will master adjustment and alignment techniques for a flawless and injury-free yoga practice.

Curriculum for 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh



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Yoga TTC Curriculum


    Hatha Yoga forms the foundation of many yoga styles. In this course, you will learn the basic principles of Hatha Yoga, practice Hatha Yoga asanas (postures), alignment principles and breath control techniques. Understanding this yoga form provides a strong base for teaching and practicing yoga.

    Hatha Yoga forms the foundation of many yoga styles. In this course, you will learn the basic principles of Hatha Yoga, practice Hatha Yoga asanas (postures), alignment principles and breath control techniques. Understanding this yoga form provides a strong base for teaching and practicing yoga.

  • ·       Types of different emotions
  • ·       Points in body where emotions are stucked
  • ·       Different techniques to release emotional blockages
  • ·       Cathartic meditations for inner emotional cleansing
  • Pranayama is an ancient yogic breathing technique that is used as preparation for meditation and is a vital aspect of practising yoga. It improves the respiratory system and purifies the body and mind. Pranayama topics include an introduction, aspects of pranayama, different types of prana and types of yogic breathing.
  • Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
  • Ujjayi (the psychic or victorious breath)
  • Shitkari (hissing breath)
  • Sheetali (cooling breath)
  • Kapalabhati (frontal brain cleansing breath)
  • Bhramari (humming bee breath)
  • Bhastrika (bellows breath)?
  • Suryabheda (vitality stimulating breath) including advance variations.

    The purpose of mantra chanting in yoga is to generate vibrations and connect with the universe. Each mantra has it’s unique vibration. We will teach few important Mantras like Gayatri Mantra, Maha Mrityunjay Mantra, Poorna Mantra, Hanuman Siddhi Mantra, Kali Mantra etc.

    Meditation is an essential aspect of yoga that promotes mindfulness, improves concentration and keeps our body, mind, and soul in harmony. In our 200 Hour YTT program, you will learn different meditation techniques, such as Mantra meditation, Vipassana meditation, Trataka Meditation and more, to cultivate inner peace and mental clarity.

    You'll explore practices to detoxify the body, including cleansing kriyas, to promote physical and mental purification. 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. This will include

  • Jala Neti?
  • Sutra Neti
  • Vamana Dhauti
  • Kapalabhati
  • Uddiyana Bhanda

    This segment explores the philosophical aspect of yoga, which involves the study of classical Hindu texts such as the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita. Within this, you'll learn about yoga's ethical principles and explore a yogi's lifestyle.

    Understanding the human body is crucial for safe and effective yoga practice. In this section, you'll study:

  • ·    Yoga anatomy
  • ·    Functioning of body systems (muscular, respiratory system and more)
  • ·    Proper alignment and transitioning of postures
  • ·    Safety measures while performing yoga by yourself and training others
  • Proper understanding of the physical body will help to prevent injury before, during, and after practice. Physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc). Includes both the study of the subject and application of its principles to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns). Practical anatomy with a major emphasis on muscular and skeletal structures and in-depth study of anatomical and skeletal differences (i.e. compression, tension, and proportion and orientation theory) Introduction to different body systems Proper alignment Skeletal system, muscular system, connective tissue, nervous system, major kriyas ts of the body Breathing and respiratory system Practical applications of anatomy into postures Therapeutic applications of postures and working with injuries in asana class

    This segment of your 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at AkaalYog prepares you to become a skilled yoga teacher.

    Within this, you'll learn

  • ·        Sequencing a class
  • ·        Align and adjust students safely into yoga poses
  • ·        Communication, observation, and demonstration skills
  • ·        Different teaching styles
  • A yoga teacher should efficiently perform the practical applications of class planning and preparation. How to create a positive and peaceful class environment for an enjoyable and transformative experience. You will learn:

  • How to plan and structure a yoga asana class
  • Principles of demonstration
  • Qualities of a teacher and teaching styles
  • How to use the breath and voice while teaching
  • Observing, assisting and correcting
  • Functional modifications, injuries and safety precautions
  • Business aspects of Yoga
  • ·   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. This will cover basic relaxation, tension relaxation, and full body relaxation
  • The scope of listening, presence, directive and non-directive dialogue
  • How important is demonstration?
  • What are the preparations for classroom?
  • How to sequence the class?
  • How to describe the practice, techniques, and delivery in teaching a class?
  • Discussion on different types of lesson planning
  • ·   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. This will cover basic relaxation, tension relaxation, and full body relaxation
  • ·        Learn different types of emotions and psychological mind shades
  • ·        Swaras Sadhana and Navras Sadhana
  • ·        Different techniques of Cathartic Meditations
  • ·        Experience Cosmic sound (Nada Brahma)
  • ·        Learning of clairvoyance
  • ·        You will learn about the purpose and use of body detox in yogic life. Yogic detox not only through shatkarma but also through regular fasting, changes in the food and 5 core elements. You will learn how to use them to detoxify physical and mental aspects of the body to go deeper in yogic wisdom. Mud, water and air (breathing) therapy will be practiced.

Daily Schedule Of 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training has a thorough schedule that provides a well-rounded and immersive yoga training experience. Here is what a regular day in 200 Hour YTT at AkaalYog looks like.

Schedule

  • 05:00 AM - 05:30 AM Morning Tea /ShatKarma
  • 05:30 AM - 07:15 AM Hatha Yoga
  • 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM Pranayama And Meditation
  • 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM Breakfast
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Yoga Philosophy
  • 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Yoga Practicum
  • 13:15 PM - 14:00 PM Lunch
  • 15:15 PM - 16:15 PM Yoga Anatomy
  • 16:30 PM - 18:00 PM Ashtanga Yoga
  • 18:15 PM - 19:00 PM Yoga Nidra
  • 19:00 PM - 19:30 PM Dinner