What to Expect from the 500 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Course?
Yoga is much beyond mats. Regular practice of asanas and pranayamas help balance body and mind. It brings body and mind in complete harmony with the nature. The short-term courses only prepare the students for the long journey. The 500-hour yoga teacher training course is a combination of beginner, intermediate and advanced levels of yoga. It is, therefore, suitable for both the uninitiated in the ancient practice and those already progressing on the yogic path. Spread over 8 weeks, the 500 hour yoga teacher training (YTT) course at Yoga Golas India is a programme to deepen the understanding of learnings in the past, scaling new heights in the ancient discipline and cherishing the ultimate experience forever. In the lap of the natural beauty that surrounds the Ashram, the serene location would fill you with happiness and bliss. As you settle and immerse yourself in the yogic journey, each experience seeps into your consciousness.
Course Details
- Duration: 58 Days
- Language: English
- Module: Residential with Meals
- Level: Beginner
- Certification: Yoga Alliance
- Style: Multi-style
- Course Fees: $1599
Benefits of the 500 Hours Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
- You will learn various forms of yoga, sharpen your earlier skills and have better control over mind using breathing techniques.
- Following the extensive training, your understanding of yoga philosophy would be much deeper.
- You will be able to apply yoga philosophies in day-to-day life to lead a much more meaningful life.
- After completing the course, you can register yourself as Advanced Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.
- As you are now well-versed in various yoga techniques, you can develop new forms of yoga and modify them while maintaining the basic elements.
- Above all, you will look at life altogether with a different perspective which is positive. You evolve into a noble soul, selfless and compassionate.
Explore Learning
Why Choose Our 500 hours Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh
The 500-hour YTT is quite an extensive and holistic yoga programme. It not only helps the seekers master various postures, breathing exercises and alignments but also takes one deeper into yoga philosophy. Over the time, various kinds of yogas have developed and gained popularity in different parts of the world. At Yoga Golas India, we focus on the ancient Hatha and Vinyasa yoga forms. They together make the body strong and flexible while substantially enhancing concentration power of the mind.
Arrival & Departure Day’s
What is the best way to arrive at Yoga Goals India?
The best and most convenient way to travel for Rishikesh is to take a flight from Delhi airport to Dehradun airport as it’s inexpensive than taxi fees and time saver. Dehradun airport is merely 15 kms from ashram and as soon as yo u book your flight, forward us your flight details and we will send our driver to receive you from Dehradun airport.
Booking Process
COURSE SYLLABUS OF 500 HOURS YTT
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Ashtanga Yoga
- Overview :
- Combination of 200 and 300 hours of TTC
- Begins with the primary series and progresses to the intermediate series
- Sequence created by K. Pattabhi Jois
- Month 1 :
- Week 1: Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga (Primary series) & Sun Salutations A & B.
- BWeek 2: Standing sequence postures & use of yoga props.
- Week 3: Seated sequence postures & finishing sequence postures.
- Week 4: Mysore style & teaching practice
- Month 2 :
- Week 1:Guided practice of the primary series & Mysore style practice..
- BWeek 2: Start with intermediate series halfway
- Week 3: Full intermediate series guided by the instructor..
- Week 4: Mysore-style intermediate series & teaching practice
- Overview :
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Vinyasa Flow
- Introduction and benefits of Vinyasa Flow.
- How to design a Vinyasa Flow sequence.
- Vinyasa flow for peak postures.
- Importance of breathing in Vinyasa flow.
- Cueing for different levels of practitioners
- Final week: Students prepare their own flow and guide the class.
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Yoga Philosophy
- Introduction to Yoga Philosophy (Yog Darshan) and its evolution.
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras in detail.
- Nadis (Ida, Pingala & Sushumna) in detail.
- Chakras in detail.
- Eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga.
- Pancha – Vayus, Panchakoshas.
- Inspiring life stories of yogis.
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Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to applied yoga anatomy.
- Anatomical explanation of asanas.
- Movements and joint mobility restrictions.
- Skeletal and muscular systems.
- Detailed study on muscle contractions, flexibility, and strength.
- Muscle relaxation techniques.
- Systems covered: Musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, breathing, and circulation.
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Pranayama and Shatkarma
- Introduction and benefits of Pranayama
- Introduction of meditative poses and mudras
- Introduction of bandhas (locks) and Kumbakhas (breath retention)
- Breathing exercises: :
- Clavicular, Thoracic, Diaphragmatic Breathing.
- Yogic Breathing
- Ujjayi, Bhastrika, Kapalbhati, Nadi-Sodhana, and more.
- Cleansing technique: Ujjayi, Bhastrika, Kapalbhati, Nadi-Sodhana, and more.
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Asana alignment and Teaching methodology
- Class sequencing and posture alignment.
- Adjustments for different levels of students.
- Building positive communication, trust, and time management.
- Principles of demonstration, observation, and voice usage.
- Posture alignment: Standing, seated, twists, and inversions.
- Common mistakes, precautions, benefits, and modifications.
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Meditation
- Introduction and importance of Meditation
- Tips to improve concentration in order to avoid distractions during Meditation
- Techniques: :
- Om/Mantra Meditation.
- Trataka, Dynamic, and Silent Meditation.
- Ajapa Japa, Antar Mouna, Nada Brahma, and Yoga Nidra.
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Evaluation
- Students tested based on.
- Written Test.
- Vinyasa Flow teaching.
- Attendance, performance, and behaviour.
Unique Advantages of Becoming a Part of 500 Hour Yoga TTC
At Yoga Golas India at Rishikesh, some of the best teachers from the field guide students to gradually reach the advanced level of practice. The on-site accommodation is clean, spacious and comfortable. The foods are satvik (vegetarian) and based on Ayurvedic principles. The open spaces flanked by the beautiful cottages tempt the seekers to sit in meditation pose and self-observation. All put together, the experience is incredible. At the end of the course, students get yoga teacher certification enabling them to teach the ancient practice in any part of the world.
Daily Schedule of 500 Hours YTTC
| TIME | SCHEDULE |
|---|---|
| 05:30 – 06:00 | Morning Bell |
| 06:00 – 07:00 | Shat - Karma & Pranayama |
| 07:00 – 08:30 | Hatha / Vinyasa Flow Yoga |
| 09:00 | Breakfast |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Philosophy |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Alignment / Adjustment / Asana Anatomy |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Meditation |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Rest Time |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Yoga Anatomy |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Ashtanga Yoga |
| 17:30 | Tea Break |
| 19:00 – 20:00 | Dinner |
| 21:00 | Lights Off |
