Yoga Teacher Training
in Rishikesh, India

Mantra Chanting is an important part of the yogic tradition that helps calm the mind and create a deeper sense of awareness. In this class, students learn the correct pronunciation, meaning and significance of traditional Sanskrit mantras. Regular chanting helps improve concentration, balance emotions and create a peaceful inner state. Through guided practice, students experience the power of sacred sound and its ability to support both personal and spiritual growth.

• Gayatri mantra
• Sahana Bhavatu
• Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu
• Mantra Science
• The power of Mantra
• Origin of mantra
• Mantra is not a religion
• The vibration of sound
• Om Chanting
• Om Namah Shivaya Chant
• Dum Durgayai Namah
• Kundalini Mantra chant
• Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya chant
• Om Ganapati
• Asato ma sadgamaya
• Twameva Mata ca Pita
• Trayambakam Yajamahe
• Yogena Chittasya
• Surya Namaskar 12 Mantra (Om Mitraya)

Traditional Hatha Yoga is one of the oldest and most respected paths of yoga, designed to create balance between the body and mind. In this subject, students learn traditional Hatha Yoga postures, breathing techniques and the principles behind each practice. Regular practice helps improve strength, flexibility, posture and mental clarity. Along with physical training, students gain an understanding of the philosophy and purpose of Hatha Yoga, building a strong foundation for a deeper and more meaningful yoga journey.

Theory:

• Hatha Yoga with the connection of chakras and Nadis
• Hatha Yoga Philosophy
• Meaning of Yoga Therapy
• Ancient Scriptures
• Aim and Objectives
• Balancing

Practice:

• Asthi Granthi Kriya / Pavan Muktasana series 1
• Asthi Granthi Kriya / Pavan Muktasana series 2
• Centering postures series
• Sun Salutation / Surya Namaskar
• Moon Salutation / Chandra Namaskar
• Standing postures
• Kneeling postures
• Sitting postures
• Forward bending postures
• Backward bending postures
• Supine postures
• Prone postures
• Fire series
• Inversions
• Twisting postures
• Balancing postures
• Relaxing posture
• Meditative asana

Ashtanga and Vinyasa Yoga are dynamic styles of yoga that combine movement with conscious breathing. In this subject, students learn how to move smoothly from one posture to another while maintaining awareness of the breath. The practice helps build strength, flexibility, balance and stamina while improving focus and concentration. Students are introduced to the foundational sequences, proper alignment and safe transitions between postures. Different variations and modifications are also explored, allowing practitioners of all levels to develop confidence and progress in their practice.

Theory / Philosophy:

• Introduction
• History
• Awakening
• The Breath of Life
• Prana
• A Chakra Contemplation
• How to Do Bandha
• Drishti
• Cleansing and Purification
• Creating A Sacred Place
• The Challenging Asanas
• Props and Instruments
• Sun Salutation A and B
• Standing Asana Series
• Sitting Asana Series
• Finishing Asana Series
• Teaching Practices

Practices:

• Pādāṅguṣṭāsana
• Pādahastāsana
• Utthita Trikoṇāsana
• Utthita Pārśvakonāsana
• Prasārita Pādottānāsana
• Pārśvottānāsana
• Utthita Hasta Pādāṅguṣṭāsana
• Ardha Baddha Padmottānāsana
• Utkatāsana
• Vīrabhadrāsana
• Dandasana
• Paścimattānāsana
• Pūrvattānāsana
• Ardha Baddha Padma Paścimattānāsana
• Tiryaṅgmukha Ekapāda Paścimattānāsana (intense stretch)
• Jānuśīrṣāsana
• Marīcāsana
• Nāvāsana
• Bhujapīḍāsana
• Kūrmāsana
• Supta Kūrmāsana
• Garbha Piṇḍāsana
• Kukkuṭāsana
• Baddha Konāsana
• Upaviṣṭha Konāsana
• Supta Konāsana
• Supta Pādāṅguṣṭāsana
• Ubhaya Pādāṅguṣṭāsana
• Ūrdhvamukha Paścimattānāsana
• Setu Bandhāsana

Finishing Postures:

• Ūrdhva Dhanurāsana
• Salāmba Sarvāṅgāsana
• Halāsana
• Karṇapīḍāsana / Ūrdhva Padmāsana
• Piṇḍāsana
• Matsyāsana
• Uttāna Pādāsana
• Cakrāsana
• Śīrṣāsana
• Baddha Padmāsana
• Yoga Mudra
• Padmāsana
• Utpluṭiḥ
• Savasana

Pranayama is the practice of conscious breathing that helps balance the flow of vital energy within the body. In this subject, students learn a variety of traditional breathing techniques and understand how the breath influences both the body and mind. Regular practice can improve lung capacity, increase mental clarity and help reduce stress and anxiety. Students also explore the deeper connection between breath, awareness and overall well-being, making Pranayama an essential part of a balanced yoga practice.

Theory / Philosophy:

• What is Prana
• What is Pranayama
• What is breath and its connection with Prana
• Importance and benefits of Pranayama
• How to prepare ourselves to practise
• Aspects of Breathing
• Ancient texts of Breathing
• General understanding
• Understanding the nostrils and how to activate them
• Secrets of Pranayama
• Breath flow in the 5 elements
• Unit of Prana
• Function of Prana
• Three levels of Prana
• Three Gunas
• How does prana flow
• Quality of breath
• Imbalance of Prana
• Retention of breath
• 6 sitting positions for Pranayama practice
• Breathing pattern
• Prana connection with chakras and Kundalini

Practices:

• Clavicular Pranayama
• Thoracic Pranayama
• Diaphragmatic Pranayama
• Yogic Pranayama
• Pranava Pranayama
• Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
• Bhastrika Pranayama
• Kapalbhati Pranayama
• Bhramari Pranayama
• Ujjayi Pranayama
• Sitali Pranayama
• Sitkari Pranayama
• Murcha Pranayama
• Surya Bhedi Pranayama
• Chandra Bhedi Pranayama

Meditation is a powerful practice that helps quiet the mind and develop a deeper connection with the present moment. In this subject, students learn traditional meditation techniques that support mental clarity, emotional balance and inner peace. Regular meditation can improve focus, reduce stress and create a greater sense of awareness in daily life. Students are guided through different methods of meditation, proper sitting postures and breathing practices to help build a consistent and meaningful meditation practice.

Theory / Philosophy:

• Introduction to Meditation
• History of Meditation
• Preparation to Meditation
• What is Meditation and what it is not
• Why, How, Where, When Meditation
• Philosophy of Meditation
• Meditation Traditions
• Meditation Scriptures
• Aim and Objectives of Meditation
• Sitting Positions
• How to Sit Correctly
• Preliminary Practices Before Meditation
• Role of Diaphragmatic Breathing in Meditation
• Correct Breathing in Meditation
• How to Relax in Meditation
• Lifestyle, Diet, Sleep, Sex, Job — Rules in Meditation

Practices:

• Tratak Meditation
• Music Meditation
• Om Meditation
• Mantra Power Meditation
• Dynamic Moving Meditation (Osho)
• Buddha Walking Meditation
• Basic Foundation Meditation Practice
• Breath, Mind, Mantra Awareness
• Karma Yoga Meditation
• Natraj Meditation
• 7 Chakra Awareness Meditation
• Ajna Chakra Awakening Meditation
• Kundalini Active Meditation
• Breath Awareness (Anapana)
• Mindfulness and Sensation
• Total Awareness Practice
• Mantra and Kirtan Meditation Practices
• How to Do Japa (recitation)
• Kirtan Evening and Creating a Spiritual Vibe
• Silence Practice
• One Day Silence Meditation

Yoga Nidra, often known as yogic sleep, is a guided relaxation practice that brings the body into a state of deep rest while keeping the mind aware. In this subject, students learn the principles and techniques of Yoga Nidra and its benefits for physical, mental and emotional well-being. Regular practice can help reduce stress, improve sleep quality and promote inner calm. Students also explore body awareness, visualisation, and intention setting while learning how to confidently guide themselves and others through a complete Yoga Nidra session.

Theory / Philosophy:

• Meaning and Purpose of Yoga Nidra
• Different Schools and Traditions of Yoga Nidra
• Tantric Origin of Yoga Nidra
• Lifestyle and Rules for Yoga Nidra Practitioners
• Benefits and Risks of Yoga Nidra
• Difference Between Yoga Nidra and Meditation
• Yoga Nidra Experience
• Yoga Nidra and Healing
• 4 States of Consciousness
• 3 Body Awareness

Practices:

• Tension Relaxation
• Full-body Relaxation — basic Yoga Nidra
• Inner Silence Yoga Nidra

Shatkarma is a traditional yogic cleansing practice that helps purify the body and prepare it for deeper yoga practices. In this subject, students learn the purpose and benefits of the six classical cleansing techniques described in Hatha Yoga. These practices help remove impurities, improve overall health and support the smooth flow of vital energy throughout the body. Students also gain an understanding of how Shatkarma can enhance the effectiveness of pranayama, meditation and other yogic practices by creating a stronger foundation for physical and mental well-being.

Theory / Philosophy:

• What is Satkarma
• Benefits and Risks
• Who Should and Should Not Practise It
• Experiences
• Preparation to Satkarma
• Practices After Completing It
• Nadi Cleansing

Practices:

• Jihwa Dhauti
• Danta Dhauti
• Karna Dhauti
• Rubber Neti
• Jalaneti
• Kapalbhati
• Agnisara

Yoga Philosophy provides a deeper understanding of the wisdom and teachings that form the foundation of yoga. In this subject, students explore important yogic concepts such as dharma, karma, self-awareness and the purpose of life. They learn how these ancient teachings can be applied in everyday life to create greater balance, clarity and inner peace. Students also gain insight into the different paths of yoga, helping them develop a more meaningful connection with their practice both on and off the mat.

• Why is Yoga Philosophy the Most Important Among All?
• Introduction to 9 Major Indian Philosophies
• Introduction to Indian Culture, Spirituality and the Himalayan Tradition
• Introduction to the Ancient Scriptures of Yoga and Spirituality
• Meaning and Purpose of Indian Philosophy
• History of Yoga
• Types of Yoga
• Patanjali and His Work
• Introduction to the Yoga Sutra Text
• Eight Limbs of Yoga
• Yamas and Niyamas
• Philosophy of Asana and Pranayama
• Science of Karma
• Philosophy of Concentration, Meditation, and Samadhi
• Overview of First Chapter
• Overview of Second Chapter
• Overview of the Third and Fourth Chapter of Patanjali
• Mind and Its Control
• Introduction to Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads
• Chakras
• Nadi
• Kundalini
• Three Fold Pain
• Three Bodies (Sharira)
• Panchakosha
• Tri-guna
• Mahabhuta (Theory of Elements)

Yoga Anatomy helps students understand how the body moves and functions during yoga practice. In this subject, students learn the basic structure of the human body, including the muscles, joints, bones and major body systems that support movement. This knowledge helps practitioners perform postures safely, improve alignment and reduce the risk of injury. Students also learn how to adapt and modify poses for different body types and abilities, creating a safer and more effective yoga practice for themselves and others.

• Introduction to Body and Its Structure
• Body Planes
• Anatomical Movements
• Bones of the Skull
• Cervical Vertebrae
• Shoulder Girdle / Arm Bones / Pelvic Region
• Deformities of the Spine
• Lower Extremity
• Tendons and Ligaments
• Muscular System
• Nervous System
• Respiratory System
• Nadi (Energy Channel)
• Chakras (Energy Centres)
• Kundalini (Prime Energy and Source of All Creativity)
• Panchakosha (5 Layers)
• Pancha Mahabhuta (5 Elements and Body Structure)
• Tri-Guna (Three Attributes)

Alignment is an essential part of a safe and effective yoga practice. In this subject, students learn the correct positioning of the body in different yoga postures to improve stability, balance and body awareness. Understanding proper alignment helps prevent injuries and allows practitioners to experience the full benefits of each asana.

Adjustment introduces students to the fundamentals of safely assisting others in yoga postures. Students learn how to provide gentle guidance that helps improve alignment, deepen awareness and support a more comfortable practice. This subject also emphasises safety, respect and understanding individual body differences during adjustments.

Ayurveda is the ancient science of natural healing that works hand in hand with yoga to support overall health and well-being. In this subject, students learn the basic principles of Ayurveda and how lifestyle, nutrition and daily habits can help create balance in the body and mind. The course also introduces important professional and ethical guidelines for teaching and therapeutic practice, including responsibility, communication, informed consent and maintaining a safe and respectful environment for students.

Yoga Therapy:

• What is Yoga Therapy
• Rules and Regulations of Yoga Therapy
• Healing Through Asana, Pranayama and Meditation
• Therapy for Common Diseases

Ayurveda:

• Unique Features of Ayurvedic Treatment
• Ayurveda and Its Diversified Areas
• Ashtanga Ayurveda
• Fundamentals of Ayurveda
• Panchamahabhuta
• Kapha (theme of structure and lubrication)
• Vata (energy of movement)
• Pitta (energy of bio-transformation and heat generation)
• Prakriti — Know Your Constitution

Mudras are simple yet powerful hand gestures used in traditional yoga practices to direct and balance the flow of energy within the body. In this subject, students learn the meaning and purpose of various mudras and how they can support physical, mental and emotional well-being. Regular practice of mudras can help improve concentration, enhance meditation and create a greater sense of inner balance. Students also explore the connection between the elements, energy channels and the role of mudras in supporting overall harmony and awareness.

• The Secrets of Mudra
• The Position of Elements in the Hands
• The Need for Mudra
• The Importance and Advantages of Mudras
• Special Guidelines About Mudra
• Gyan Mudra (Gesture of Wisdom)
• Purn Gyan Mudra (Gesture of Complete Wisdom)
• Vairagya Mudra (Gesture of Dispassion)
• Abhaya Mudra (Gesture of Blessing, Fearlessness)
• Dhyan Mudra (Meditation Mudra)
• Vayu Mudra (Gesture of Air)
• Pran Mudra (Gesture of Prana)
• Prithvi Mudra (Gesture of Earth)
• Surya Mudra (Gesture of Sun)
• Varun Mudra (Gesture of God of Water)
• Shoonya Mudra (Gesture of Openness, Space)
• Pran-Apan Mudra (Gesture of Prana Apana)

Bandhas are important yogic techniques that help direct and control the flow of vital energy within the body. In this subject, students learn the purpose and practice of the three primary bandhas and how they support pranayama, meditation and advanced yoga practices. When applied correctly, bandhas can help improve concentration, increase energy awareness and deepen the overall yoga experience. Students are guided step by step to develop a safe understanding of these powerful energy locks under proper supervision.

• Meaning and Importance of Energy Lock
• Why the Energy Lock and How Our Energy Gets Drained
• Energy Knots and How to Open Them
• Understanding the Three Chakras: Muladhara, Manipura, Vishuddhi
• Experience of Energy Lock
• Benefits and Risks of Bandha Practices
• Agnisar (Preparation to Uddiyana)
• Vahir Kumbhaka (External Retention)
• Antar Kumbhaka (Internal Retention)
• Ashwini Mudra to prepare Mulabandha
• Vajroli Mudra to prepare Mulabandha
• Mulabandha
• Uddiyana Bandha
• Jalandhara Bandha

Teaching Methodology helps students develop the skills and confidence needed to become effective yoga teachers. In this subject, students learn how to structure and lead a yoga class, give clear instructions and create a safe learning environment for practitioners of different levels. The course also covers class sequencing, posture adjustments and injury prevention techniques. Beyond teaching physical postures, students learn how to support and inspire others while developing the communication and leadership skills needed to guide meaningful yoga classes.

• Not to forget the sequence
• Avoid injuries
• Manage happiness during and after the practice
• Work with all sides of Yoga and all levels
• Give a meditative experience
• Manage and balance the energy flow

Here is what you will learn:

• Proper demonstration of a yoga practice
• The proper way to instruct and guide a lesson
• Proper alignment of yoga postures
• Proper adjustment with / without props
• Yogic personality establishment

Course concludes with a practical and written assessment designed to evaluate each student's understanding of yoga and teaching abilities. Students are encouraged to demonstrate their knowledge, confidence and skills in leading a safe and well-structured yoga class. Upon successful completion of the training, graduates receive an internationally recognised 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification. This certification allows eligible students to register as an RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance and begin their journey as a certified yoga teacher anywhere in the world.

• Performance during the course
• Attendance
• Practical asana demonstration test
• Written test (objective and subjective type)
• Behaviour