Our 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training program offers Hatha Yoga, focusing on balance and holistic well-being. Learn physical postures and breathing techniques to enhance your skills and alleviate stress. Our curriculum is expertly designed to help you master this essential aspect of yoga.

• An Introduction to Hatha Yoga and History of Hatha Yoga.
• The Art of Sequencing and Inherent Changes in Hatha Yoga.
• Postures with their Sanskrit Names and Terminology.
• Techniques including controlled breathing and effective body positioning.

Our 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training course incorporates Iyengar Yoga, a style of Hatha Yoga that emphasizes precise alignment, proper posture, and accuracy in each pose. Developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, this practice enhances the mind-body connection through asanas and pranayama. With the guidance of our experienced instructors, you'll learn how to achieve healthy posture for various activities using props and meticulous form attention.

• Iyengar Yoga Primers.
• Use of Props such as blocks, straps, blankets and other objects used for correct alignment.
• Sequencing to gradually build strength, flexibility, and balance.
• Training in correct posture for several purposes.
• close attention to the details of each pose.
• Making it a progressive practice by imparting students with knowledge and experience to deepen their practice over time.

"Our 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training program includes teaching of Ashtanga Yoga's intermediate series, gradually guiding students towards advanced proficiency. We focus on perfecting the intermediate series to help students become skilled practitioners and teachers of this ancient practice. Join our program to deepen your understanding and mastery of Ashtanga Yoga's intermediate series."

The first week will be a refresh of the primary series followed by intense practice of the intermediate series.

• Week 1 - Practice of Primary series guided by the instructor and Mysore style practice.
• Week 2 – Starting with intermediate series halfway.
• Week 3 – Full intermediate series guided by the instructor.
• Week 4 – Mysore-style intermediate series & Teaching practice.

In the fourth week, after having practiced for three weeks with the teacher's guidance, students will be evaluated on their ability to conduct a practical demonstration independently. In the final week of class, students will be asked to lead some of the postures as a teaching exercise.

Our school's 300 hour Yoga Teachers Training course includes Vinyasa flow- Advanced level yoga, which synchronizes each movement with the breath. By learning this popular modern yoga style, students can improve their flexibility, strength, and balance while deepening their mind-body connection. Our skilled teachers modify poses based on individual needs and class goals, making Vinyasa yoga accessible to all levels.

• Vinyasa Flow Yoga: An Intro and Benefits.
• How to Create a Vinyasa Flow.
• Using Vinyasa Flow to Achieve Advanced Yoga Postures.
• Importance of breath in Vinyasa flow.
• Many Asanas and What They're Called in Sanskrit.
• Tips on cueing and teaching the Vinyasa flow to students of all experience levels.

During the final week of class, students will be responsible for developing their flow and leading the group.

Our 300 hour yoga teacher training focuses on proper asana alignment and adjustment. Experienced instructors will teach you to guide students safely with verbal cues and physical adjustments, observe and assess alignment, and modify poses to suit different body types. Gain the skills and knowledge to create a safe and inclusive practice for all students. Through our comprehensive training, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and inclusive yoga practice for all of your students.

• Focus on Alignment: Emphasize the importance of aligning the body for enhanced benefits and injury prevention.
• Props for Precision: Discover how props support correct alignment and assist in attaining optimal poses.
• Benefits of Alignment: Understand the advantages of alignment, including improved stability, balance, flexibility, and energy flow.
• Sequencing for Alignment: Discover how pose sequences gradually develop alignment skills and body awareness.
• Achieve Safety and Benefits: Discover the importance of proper alignment in yoga for a safe and effective practice.
• Alignment in Every Pose: Understand alignment principles in standing, seated, extensions, twists, and inversions.

In our courses, we put an extreme emphasis on the understanding of Anatomy and Physiology of the body, as without this knowledge, the impact of various asanas on the body and the mind cannot be realised. The subject encompasses two main areas of anatomy: physical and spiritual. Physical anatomy covers a range of topics including the body's structure, bones, muscular and nervous systems, and more. Meanwhile, spiritual anatomy delves into concepts such as chakras, energy channels, and the five layers of the self, among others. Studying both types of anatomy enables yoga teachers to guide students towards a more holistic practice by understanding how the body and mind work together.

Physical Anatomy

• Introduction of applied yoga anatomy.
• Anatomical explanation of Asana.
• Knowing in-depth concepts of flexibility and strength.
• Recognising joint flexibility and its limitations.
• The yogic method of circulation and breathing.
• Co - Activation of muscles & Bandhas.
• An overview of the muscular system details of muscle contractions, muscle tightness, tension, strength, and weakness.
• Brief Description of the Skeletal system, Respiratory System, Endocrine System.

Spiritual Anatomy

• Introduction of the Nadi. (Energy Channel)
• Introduction of the Chakras. (Energy Centres)
• Introduction of the Panchakosha. (5 Layers)
• Introduction of the Pancha Mahabhuta. (5 Elements and Body Structure)
• Introduction of the Tri-Guna. (Three Attributes)
• Introduction of the Kundalini. (Prime Energy and Source of All Creativity)

The 300 hour Yoga teacher training program in Rishikesh offered by Gurukul Yogshala presents a special chance for people worldwide to enhance their understanding of yoga and share its principles and philosophy. The philosophy of yoga is based on several key concepts, including the belief in a higher power or consciousness, the importance of self-realization, and the recognition of the interconnectedness of all things. To teach yoga effectively, it's important to have a comprehensive understanding of these concepts and be able to communicate them well to students. The training program is an excellent opportunity to achieve both objectives.

• Yoga's philosophical cornerstones.
• Brief Introduction of the Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
• True enlightenment-knowledge.
• Yoga practice and the significance of Ishwara.
• Challenges inherent in yogic practice.
• The idea underpins hedonic, hedonistic, and dharmic experiences.
• The inner practice of dhyana; its significance and growth.

"In our 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training, we learn pranayama techniques including kumbhaka (breath-holding) for purification of body and mind. Gain an understanding of the theories behind deep breathing in yoga and experience them firsthand. Join us to deepen your knowledge and practice of pranayama."

• Pranayama: an overview and look at its advantages.
• Awareness of the Sushumna, Pingala, and Ida Nadis.
• Introduction to Meditation mudras and positions.
• Pranayama instruction for bandhas (locks) and Kumbakhas (breath retention)
• Knowledge sharing and regular practice of below mentioned breathing exercises: (Clavicular, Thoracic, Diaphragmatic & Yogic Breathing)
• (Ujjayi, Bhastrika, Kapalbhati, Surya – Bhedi, Nadi –Sodhana, Bhramari, Chandra – Bhedi, Sheetali, Sheetkari)

Meditation (Dhyana), the final principle of yoga, is meditation that frees practitioners from worldly burdens and fosters sincerity and devotion. Our Meditation sessions provide comprehensive teachings and practical exercises that calm the body, mind, and spirit. They help you remove external disturbances, improve concentration, and embark on an inward journey towards heightened awareness and mental clarity. Join us and experience the transformative benefits of Meditation (Dhyana).

• A primer on the basics of meditation.
• Explaining what meditation is and why it's so crucial.
• An examination of how meditation can help alleviate stress.
• Five-pointed focus on contemplation and relaxation.
• The importance of silence and meditation.
• Several forms of meditation, including those focused on the chakras, the moon, and other astronomical bodies.

The different meditation techniques that we teach are:

• Breath Awareness (Anapana).
• Trataka Meditation.
• Osho Dynamic meditation.
• Silent Meditation Practice Japa Meditation.
• Ajapa Japa Meditation.
• Antar Mouna Dhyana Meditation.
• Nada Brahma Meditation.
• Practices of Yoga Nidra and mantra meditation, including their rudimentary principles and more advanced techniques.

In the yogic practice of Shat karma, which you will learn in the 300 hours Yoga Teachers Training Program, purification and disinfection play a vital role in maintaining the body's optimal health. This method incorporates six yogic cleansing practices aimed at flushing out toxins from the body. Detoxification is just one of the many ways that Shat karma can help you lead a healthier, happier, and more energized life through yoga.

• Understanding the importance of safety measures during shat karma.
• Studying the intricacies of nauli kriya, shankh prakshalan.
• Weighing the people's willingness to do shatkarma against their desire to avoid it.
• Eye-cleansing
• Jala Neti \Rubber-neti
• Kapalbhati, a technique for purifying the lungs
• Cleansing the stomach with Kunjal
• Shankprakshalan
• Dhauti Kriya
• Nauli kriya

Our yoga school offers a teaching methodology that combines traditional principles with modern needs. Aspirants will get a thorough understanding of prioritising a holistic approach to teaching, including breathwork, meditation, and mindfulness alongside physical postures.

• Building positive communication and earning trust.
• Managing time effectively.
• Possessing key qualities of a successful teacher.
• Demonstrating and observing key principles.
• Assisting and correcting postures effectively.
• Preparing mentally and emotionally for teaching and class.
• Structuring class step-by-step.
• Using voice effectively during class.
• Preparing for the class ahead of time.
• Creating a sequence with breathing and posture techniques for all levels.
• Adapting the sequence for different levels and providing effective cues.

The Yoga teacher training course at Gurukul Yogashala Rishikesh will be rated quantitatively based on a total of 300 hours of instruction. The following evaluations are part of this.

• Upon completing the task, you will be given a written grade.
• Practical evaluation — This will be scored on how well you plan and lead a real-world Yoga class.

Maintaining a 90% attendance rate throughout the semester will be taken into consideration when grading students. A student's attendance must be at least 90% genuine, with the remaining 10% excused by mutual agreement and acceptable justification.

Our yoga class offers a unique opportunity that goes beyond what has been mentioned before. Apart from mastering yoga asanas and techniques, participants also gain insight into crucial virtues like perseverance, selflessness, and self-control. The 300 hour yoga teacher training program is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in various yogic modalities. Through this program, yoga teachers can experience the benefits of yoga firsthand, which they can then pass on to their students. The tenets covered in this training include but are not limited to.

• Therapy with sound vibrations.
• Kirtan- a form of Hindu meditative music.
• Yoga on the Beach.
• Acro Yoga with a Partner.
• Restorative Yoga.

Please take note that all of these supplementary classes are not required for the course but are offered as an extra.