Divine Yoga School, Rishikesh is registered with Yoga Alliance. After successful completion of the course, students will be awarded YTTC (yoga teacher training certificate) approved by Yoga Alliance to practice as a Certified Yoga Teacher in U.K., U.S.A, Canada etc.
We specialize in classes of smaller groups, with a maximum of 10 to 15 students per course in order to give the students more personal attention.
Divine Yoga School
Divine Yoga School is pleased to offer you comprehensive 200 hours (4 week) Yoga Teacher Training Course approved by Yoga Alliance. The course is designed to initiate students onto the path of yoga and prepare them to teach as an efficient yoga teachers. Our unique course curriculum is designed with practical Yoga exposure to awaken your inner teacher and gain an internationally recognized teaching certification.
The course is a stepping stone to becoming a yoga teaching professional and the theoretical and practical training itself gives all participants a solid foundation in traditional Hatha Yoga. We offer highly interactive, qualitative course in a fun, relaxed, modern and progressive environment.
YTT Learning Objectives:
You will learn to teach Yoga postures for all levels, for all abilities, with an emphasis on compassion, self awareness, and connection with inner wisdom.
You will practice all Yogasanas with proper body alignment, Pranayama, Kriyas, Mudras and Bandha
You will be having an opportunity to teach other students with your own creativity under the guidance of teachers.
You will deepen your experience of Yoga as Oneness, and learn and integrate the deeper teachings of yoga beyond the classroom environment, into your day to day lives.
Course Syllabus
Techniques, Training and Practice
The program offers a strong foundation in Traditional Hatha Yoga with concentrating on the correct alignment of the postures of all levels. Your senior teachers will guide you step to step for doing asana with correct breathing techniques also. Gradually, from second week, you will be ready to start practicing by yourself and teach your peers in class room to gain more confidence. You will complete the series, together with your peers, at our own pace and in your own time.
Technical workshops in the evening will focus on the key areas: Hip Opening, Jump Back, Transitions and back bending. These workshops are particularly rewarding in terms of measuring the visible progress that you make and are a reminder that yoga can be fun and interactive.
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training : Course Curriculum
Techniques, Training and Practice
The program offers a strong foundation in Traditional Hatha Yoga with concentrating on the correct alignment of the postures of all levels. Your senior teachers will guide you step to step for doing asana with correct breathing techniques also. Gradually, from second week, you will be ready to start practicing by yourself and teach your peers in class room to gain more confidence. You will complete the series, together with your peers, at our own pace and in your own time.
Technical workshops in the evening will focus on the key areas: Hip Opening, Jump Back, Transitions and back bending. These workshops are particularly rewarding in terms of measuring the visible progress that you make and are a reminder that yoga can be fun and interactive.
– Preperatory Warm-up Movements
– Surya Namaskar from the Yoga Therapy
– Exercises for the Eyes
– Surya Namaskar
– Chandra Namaskar
– Sivananda Series & Classic Hatha and Flow Yoga classes
Sun Salutation A & B (Ashtanga Yoga)
Meditation Asanas:
Sukhasana / Easy cross legged pose
Swastikasana / Auspicious pose
Ardha Padmasana / Half lotus pose
Padmasana / Lotus pose
Dhyana Veerasana / Heroes meditation pose
Vajrasana / Thunderbolt pose
Relaxation Asanas:
Shavasana / Corpse Pose
Matsya Kridasana /Flapping fish pose
Makarasana /Crocodile pose
Asanas in Standing Position:
Tadasana / Tree pose
Hasta Utthanasana / Raised arms pose
Padahastasana / Hand to toe pose
Utkatasana / Chair pose
Tiryaka Tadasana /Swaying palm tree pose
Kati Chakrasana / Waist rotating pose
Trikonasana / Triangle pose
Parivritti Trikonasana
Veerasana or Virabhadrasana / Warrior pose
Eka Padasana / One foot pose
Moordhasana / Crown based pose
Sirsha Angusta Yogasana / Head to toes pose
Eka Pada Pranamasana / One legged prayer pose
Garudasana / Eagle pose
Natarajasana / Lord Shivas pose
Kneeling Asana
Simha Garjanasna/Lion Pose
Veer Asana/Hero Pose
Triyak Marajariasana/Cat Stretch
Ustrasana/Camel Pose
Balasana/Child Pose
Asanas in Sitting Position:
Chakki Chalanasana / Churning the mill
Nauka Sanchalanasana / Rowing the boat
Setu Asana / Bridge pose
Saithalyasana / Animal relaxation posture
Paschimottanasana / Back stretching pose
Ardha Paschimottanasana / Head to knee pose
Meru Wakrasana / Spinal twist
Ardha Matsyendrasana / Half spinal twist
Bhu Namanasana / Spinal twist prostration pose
Parivritti Janu Asana / Spiralled head to knee pose
Merudandasana / Spinal column pose
Gomukhasana / Cows face pose
Vyaghrasana / Tiger pose
Shashankasana / Hare pose
Shashank Bhujangasana / Striking cobra pose
Ashwa Sanchalanasana / Equestrian pose
Ardha Chandrasana / Crescent moon pose
Hanumanasana / The split
Ardha Ushtrasana / Half camel pose
Supta Vajrasana / Sleeping thunderbolt pose
Santolanasana / Balancing pose
Sunsasana / The dolphin pose
Gupta Padmasana / Hidden lotus pose
Kashtha Takshanasana /Chopping wood
Namaskarasana / Salutation Pose
Udarakarshanasana /Abdominal stretch pose
Kakasana / Crow pose
Parvatasana / Mountain pose
Ashtanga Namaskara / Salutation with eight points
Asanas in Supine Position
Padotthanasana / Raised leg pose
Chakra Padasana / Leg rotation
Pada Sanchalanasana / Cycling
Halasana / Plough pose
Druta Halasana /Dynamic plough pose
Pawanmuktasana / Wind release pose
Jhulana Lurhakanasana / Rocking and rolling
Supta Udarakarashanasana / Sleeping abdominal stretch pose
Shava Udarakarshanasana / Universal spinal twist
Naukasana / Boat pose
Matsyasana / Fish pose
Ardha Chakrasana / Shoulder bridge pose
Chakrasana / Wheel pose
Asanas in Prone Position:
Saral Bhujangasana / The sphinx
Sarpasana / Snake pose
Bhujangasana / Cobra pose
Tiryaka Bhujangasana / Twisting cobra pose
Ardha Shalabhasana / Half locust pose
Shalabhasana / Locust pose
Dhanurasana / B3. ow
Inverted Asanas:
Vipreet Karani / Preperatory movement for shoulder stand
Sarvangasana / Shoulder stand
Padma Sarvangasana / Shoulder stand in lotus pose
Sirshasana / Headstand
Salamba Sirshasana / Supported headstand
From the very first day, you will be taught to bring awareness to your breath. The breath initiates the movement from posture to posture. It is impossible to progress through the series without familiarity of the rhythm of your own breath. You will learn a number of Pranayama techniques that will help you to lengthen your breath, increasing your lung capacity and strengthening the nervous system. This is an important aspect of yoga that is often overlooked as physical practice takes precedence.
Pranayama is a great way to alleviate stress and tension that is very often endured in modern society. Pranayama practice will allow you to build mental and emotional strength to help you maintain a healthy sense of wellbeing in your daily life.
Sitting postures for Pranayama: 1- Easy pose 2- Half-lotus 3- Swastikasana 4- Siddha yoni asana
Preparation for Pranayama:
Clavicular ,Thorocic, Diaphragmatic Breathing
Yogic Breathing
Pranayama practices:
Ujjayi
Bhastrika
Kapalbhati
Nadi – Sodhana
Surya Bhedana
Bhramari
Sheetali & Sheetkari
Jalandhara Bandha / Throat lock
Uddiyana Bandha / Abdominal lock
Moola Bandha / Pelvic lock
Maha Bandha / The great lock
Shat Karma (Six Cleansing Practices
Shat Karma are the important and vital part of Hatha yoga that cleans the entire system of Human
Body,ensuring internal organs function properly and breath to flow freely
Jalaneti (Nasal Cleansing with Water)
Sutra Neti (Nasal Cleansing with Thread)
Tratak (Concentrated Gazing)
Kapal Bhati (Frontal Brain Cleansing).
Chin Mudra (Psychic Gesture of Consciousness)
Jnana Mudra (Psychic Gesture of Knowledge)
Bhairava Mudra (Terrifying Gesture)
Hridaya Mudra (Heart Gesture)
Khechari Mudra (Toungue Lock)
Shanmukhi Mudra
Ashwini Mudra (Horse Gesture)
Nasikagra Mudra
Human anatomy and physiology classes will allow you to gain a deeper insight into the series by looking in detail at the body mechanics of each and every posture. A clear understanding of the Skeletal and Muscular Systems is vital in order that you can engage with the postures and what is to be achieved in a posture in terms of its anatomical focus. Our aim is to enable you having proper knowledge of anatomy, doing each yogasana. During classes, you will also focus on how to modify you own practice in terms of identifying your weaknesses due to lack of strength or flexibility in a particular area. You will also learn to identify such areas and learn proper techniques that will help improvements in your personal practice as well as teaching others.
Introduction of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Skeletal System
Joints and Range of Motion
Muscle Physiology
Spine and its role in yogasana
Physiological and energetic effects of asanas, pranayama, meditation and relaxation
Benefits & Contraindications for all techniques
Effects of structural alignment on overall health
Physiology of stress
Avoiding common injuries in yogic practices
Understanding the physiological process of the Bhandas- working with internal locks
Classical Yoga Philosophy is interwoven throughout the program. You will be introduced to Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Karma Yoga, and Bhakti Yoga according to Shrimad Bhagwad Gita, allowing you to make your own comparisons of classical and contemporary yoga. These sessions are a great time for philosophical debate and indeed provide a new and broader outlook of life. Each yoga class will have an intention with a spiritual message that will allow you to understand how we can incorporate philosophy in our daily life to maintain harmony and peace.
Students will understand the principles of philosophy and how to adopt a yogic lifestyle and use the traditions as the basis for their teachings as written in the Yoga Sutras.
Lecture on the principles of Karma, Bhakti, Jñana & Raja Yoga, Patanjali Yoga Sutra, Vedas, Ramayana and Bhagavad Gita.
Ashtanga Yoga of Patanjali
Yogic Lifestyle.
Karma and Reincarnation.
Ayurveda
Diet
Mindfulness and development of consciousness.
Understanding the value of teaching yoga.
Meditation is a systematic practice that promotes physical, mental and emotional tranquility with the purpose of reaching Samadhi (self-realization).
Introduction to Meditation
Breathing Awareness Meditation
Om / Mantra Meditation
Trataka
Dynamic meditation
Silence Practice
Ajapa japa
Antar mouna
Typical Daily Schedule
TIME | ACTIVITY |
---|---|
05:00 am | Wake Up |
06:00 am | Herbal Tea |
06:15 am | Shatkarma / Yogic cleansing |
06:30 am | Yoga Asana |
08:00 am | Pranayama and Chanting |
09:15 am | Breakfast |
10:30 am | Yoga Anatomy |
11:30 am | Yoga Philosophy |
12:30 pm | Lunch |
04:30 pm | Hatha/Ashtanga Yoga Asana |
05:50 pm | Teaching Methodology |
07:00 pm | Meditation |
08:15 pm | Dinner |
10:00 pm | Lights Out |
ACCOMMODATION AT DIVINE YOGA SCHOOL
Refund Policy
Advance deposit is strictly non-refundable. However, your advance deposit amount can be retained for rescheduling, only if the applicant makes a request 7 days before the program start date. Please read the details under Refund Policy.
School Policy & Code of Conduct
By signing and booking for your course at Divine Yoga School, you are acknowledging that you have read, agree, and accept our School Policy and Code of Conduct. Please go through our School Policy and Code of Conduct thoroughly.
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Testimonials
“I recently completed the 21 Days Pranayama Teacher Training Course, and it has been an enlightening and transformative journey for me. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, I delved deep into the ancient practice of pranayama, learning not only the techniques but also the philosophy behind it.
Throughout the course, I was amazed by how much I discovered about my own breath and its profound impact on my physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The structured curriculum provided a comprehensive understanding of various pranayama techniques, their benefits, and how to incorporate them into daily life and teaching.
“Completing the Pranayama Teacher Training Course was a game-changer for me. In just 21 days, I gained invaluable insights into breathwork techniques that not only transformed my personal practice but also equipped me with the skills to guide others towards inner peace and vitality. Highly recommended!”
Having known Naveen Ramkishna for more than 2 years, it has been a life changing experience for me. Based on a recommendation from my yoga teacher in Dhaka, the first time I met Naveen was in Rishikesh. I am glad that I did as he not only became my teacher but also a mentor and a friend. During this pandemic, I continued to practice Pranayama sessions with Naveen through online and I must say that I still can’t get enough of it. Naveen as a person is very kind to his students and his approach to students is to guide them to grow spiritually. His classes helped me to be mindful and to learn to connect the mind and the body. His teachings are simple, yet very effective. I have learnt a lot from him and forever grateful to his teachings that have helped me to grow as a person. I am happy to recommend him.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many classes do I need to attend daily during the course?
There are 6 classes for different subjects every day.
Do we need to attend all the sessions of the training course?
Yes, you are required to attend all the modules of the yoga teacher training programme
Do you have any dress code for the yoga school?
Appropriate dress code needs to be followed during yoga class and modesty be maintained with local culture concerns.
Do I need to attend any exams?
Yes, there will be midterm and final written exam for the course based on theory and practice from the course curriculum.
What is the maximum batch size?
The maximum batch size is 12 students to maintain quality and proper interaction.
In case, I have done 200 Hours Yoga TTC from other school, Can I enroll in 300 Hours Yoga TTC at Divine Yoga School Rishikesh?
Yes, you can.
What if, I am interested to learn yoga and its practices for myself, not for becoming a yoga teacher?
Yes, you can join our course. The course will give your enough transformational knowledge of yoga and other subjects which will serve you as a guide to overcome the challenges of life and ensure health and happiness in modern. society.
What is a Yoga Alliance registered yoga school? Is your school registered with Yoga Alliance USA?
A yoga school registered with Yoga Alliance USA is called as RYS which maintains the credentials or yoga teacher training standards par excellence with of international level. Yes, Divine Yoga School is a registered yoga school with Yoga Alliance USA.
Can I teach internationally after completion of Yoga Teacher Training Course from Divine Yoga School Rishikesh?
Yes, Course, Our certificate enables all the pass outs to teach internationally