200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh, India offers internationally recognized Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) programs certified by Yoga Alliance USA (200, 300 & 500 hours). Located in the serene lap of the Himalayas, this ashram provides an opportunity for individuals to deepen their yoga practice while rejuvenating their minds and souls.

Overview:

Om Shanti Om Yoga School aims to introduce the divinity of yoga into the lives of people, helping them experience spiritual, mental, and physical health benefits. The programs are designed to offer knowledge and practical experience in a range of yoga practices, including asanas, pranayama, meditation, mantra chanting, mudras, and bandhas, among others. These courses cater to yoga seekers of all levels and are known for their affordability, quality, and holistic approach to teaching.

Course Highlights:

• Yoga Teacher Training Program (200 Hours):
• Develop a daily practice of kriyas, asanas, pranayama, bandha, mudras, and meditation (dhyana).
• Study yoga anatomy and physiology in-depth.
• Introduction to Structural Yoga Therapy.
• Philosophy: Learn classical texts such as the Bhagavad Gita, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hathayoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita, and the Upanishads.
• Introduction to Ayurveda and Marma Points.
• Practical teaching: Learn to design and teach 90-minute asana classes, and 30-minute presentations on topics like Yoga Nidra, Ayurveda, and the yogic diet.
• What the Course Fees Include:
• Daily vegetarian meals, detox juices, and teas.
• Weekend excursions and sightseeing trips in the Himalayas.
• Yoga materials such as books, t-shirts, and Ayurvedic body massages.
• Private accommodation is available for USD 1000.
• Course Structure:
• Asanas: Learn over 40 asanas, their adjustments, alignments, benefits, and contraindications.
• Bandhas: Understand and practice energy locks in the body (Mula, Jalandhara, Uddiyana, and Maha Bandha).
• Pranayama: Master 8 main types of pranayama (breathing techniques), focusing on techniques, duration, and benefits.
• Meditation: Guided practice of 6 main meditation techniques for each chakra, plus 5 additional practices.
• Mantras: Chant and present the main Vedic mantras.
• Yoga Philosophy & Lifestyle: Learn the eight limbs of yoga from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and their application in modern life.
• Teaching Methodology:
• Learn how to demonstrate, adjust, and assist in yoga asanas.
• Focus on alignment principles and injury prevention.
• Gain skills in lesson planning, structuring classes, and creating effective yoga sessions.
• Anatomy and Physiology:
• Understand both physical and subtle anatomy.
• Study the physiological effects of yoga practices on the body.
• The Experience:

This program empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to teach yoga while deepening their practice. With its holistic approach, Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram ensures that participants are equipped with technical knowledge and the wisdom to live a balanced and peaceful life.