100 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN RISHIKESH, INDIA

11 Days | Beginner

The 100 Hours Yoga Teacher Training at Yoga Vidya Mandiram in Rishikesh, India centre is a short Yoga TTC program over a duration of 11 days and 10 nights. This short TTC program allows those interested to study the arts of yoga in a structured and holistic approach. The program covers the essential basic foundation that is useful for those who are beginners or have been practicing yoga as hobby. Our school aims to bring depth of understanding and practice into the foundations of yoga studies. The program is designed to integrate body, mind and breath practices to achieve a well-rounded yoga study to inspire students in their personal and spiritual growth.

The curriculum covers the fundamental elements of yoga based on essential subjects consisting of pranayama, shat kriya, asana practices, yoga philosophy, yoga anatomy, relaxation (Yoga Nidra) and meditation. For asana practices, our school focus on Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga styles of asana. Students will go through 6 days of training with 1 rest day per week. On this rest day, our school organizes a half-day excursion for students that may involve visits to one of the sacred sites in Rishikesh. The rest day usually falls on a Sunday, but may be shifted to a weekday to avoid tourists and traffic during high season in Rishikesh.

Accommodations, meals and excursions during the training are inclusive in the course fee as mentioned in more detail below.

Course Level

Beginner

Language of Instruction:

English

100 Hours Yoga TTC is suitable for those who...

Are beginners who want a structured and holistic approach study of yoga
Have been casually studying and practicing yoga as a hobby
Are interested in understanding and studying yoga in a holistic approach from a solid foundation
Are interested in a short course to find a balance in life through body and mind
Are interested in yoga philosophy, meditation and its practices
Are registered RYT and wants to collect Continuing Education (CE) training hours

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Course Completion Requirements

Students are required to complete and meet the following criterias during the course:

Required 100% attendance
No violation of Code of Conduct and School Policy

Course Certification

Upon course completion, you will receive certificate of completion. The 100 hours Yoga TTC does not count towards yoga teacher training hours, nor does it certify you as a yoga teacher. Yoga Alliance requires a minimum of 200 Hours of training. Therefore, if you are looking to obtain a certificate that makes you eligible to register as a yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance, please see our Complete TTC programs. All courses are valid as Continuing Education (CE) training hours for those registered as RYT under Yoga Alliance (USA).

100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training : Course Curriculum

Mantra Chanting

- - Intro to mantra science
  - Basic mantras: aum, gayatri, trayambakam, guru, shanti etc.
  - Morning prayers & Evening prayers
  - Meal prayers
  - Study prayers
  - Health prayers
  - Surya-namaskara 12 mantras along with bija mantras
  - Names of the beginning and advance levels of the yoga asanas

Hatha Yoga Asanas

- - Meditative steps of performing the hatha yoga; centering, entering, refining, holding, coming out, and reflection
  - Surya namaskar (sun salutations) – dynamic surya namaskar, surya namaskar with breathe awareness, surya namaskar with 12 mantras with their bija-mantra chanting
  - Modifications of yoga asanas
  - Types of yoga asanas – standing, sitting, backward bending, forward bending, spinal twisting, fire series, inversion, shavasana etc.
  - Alignment & art of adjustment
  - Preventing common injuries
  - Counter pose
  - Contraindications
  - Yoga asanas benefits

Breathing & Pranayama Practices

- - Introduction to science of breath
  - Physiology of pranayama
  - Basic postures for pranayama
  - Establishment of diaphragmatic breath
  - 1:1, 1:2 and 1:4 breathing practices
  - Different practices of pranayama: nadi shodhana, ujjayee, kapalabhati, bhastrika, shitali, shitkari and brahmari
  - Benefits or pranayama practices
  - Guidelines for regular pranayama

Bandhas (lock)

- - Jalandhara-bandha (chin lock)
  - Uddiyana-bandha (abdominal lock)
  - Moola-bandha (root lock)

Satkarma or Cleansing Exercises

- - Jala-neti
  - Sutra-neti

Practice Relaxation & Preparation for Yogic Sleep

- - Introduction to the concept and practices of relaxation
  - Relaxation in daily life
  - Sequence of relaxation practices
  - Tension & relaxation exercises
  - Systematic relaxation exercises
  - 31 points relaxation exercise

Meditation

- - What is meditation & what is not?
  - Meditation in daily life
  - Yoga asanas for meditation
  - 2-5 minutes meditations
  - So-ham mediation

Yoga Anatomy & Physiology

- - Introduction about yoga anatomy and physiology
  - Systems: Digestive system, Respiratory system
  - Effect of yoga posture on muscles and systems
  - Pancha tattva (five great elements)
  - Pancha kosha (five sheaths)
  - Pancha pranas (five vital energy)

Yoga Philosophy, Life-style & Yoga Ethics

- - General introduction: six schools of Indian philosophy
  - Philosophy in daily life
  - The Yoga-sutras of Patanjali
  - Astanga-yoga: yama, niyam, asana, pranayam, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana, and samadhi
  - Yoga Ethics
    - Yamas and Niyamas
    - More on the ethics of a teacher

Teaching Methodology

- - Learning to instruct & guide
  - Main points: Teaching to what you observe, Timing a class, Greeting/Centering, Sequence in teaching,
  - Demonstration
  - Health Concerns
  - Language
  - Modification in Posture
  - The practice and service of teaching yoga

Yoga Practicum

- - Develop intention for classes
  - Self-evaluation
  - Assignments
  - Feed back
  - Group discussion
  - Question & answer
  - Home work

100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India: Daily Schedule

This 100 Hour Yoga Training will be schedule on 6 days for the intensive study and practices and on the 7th day there will be a half-day Holy Shrine & Temples visit. During this yoga teacher training you will be provided with three yoga vegetarian meals including fruit refreshments and green tea. We encourage the students to go sleep early about 10pm as that is conducive to the yoga training. Here it is the typical daily schedule for 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India at our School Yoga Vidya Mandiram:

Typical Daily Schedule

Time		Activity
05:00	:	Wake Up!
06:15 – 6:30	:	Mantra Chanting
06:30 – 7:30	:	Shat-kriyas & Pranayama Practices
07:30 – 9:00	:	Hatha Yoga (Classical)
09:00 – 10:00	:	Breakfast & Free Time
10:00 – 11:00	:	Yoga Philosophy
11:00 – 12:00	:	Yoga Anatomy & Physiology
12:30 – 13:00	:	Karma Yoga (Seva)
13:00 – 14:30	:	Lunch
14:30 – 16:00	:	Self-Study / Self-Practice
16:00 – 16:15	:	Tea Break
16:30 -18:00	:	Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
18:00 – 19:00	:	Relaxation & Meditation
19:00 – 20:00	:	Dinner
20:00 – 21:00	:	Self-Study / Free-Time
21:00	:	Go to Sleep!
* Schedule is subjected to slight changes. Note: The first day of the course will start with an opening fire ceremony at 10.30am.

100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India: Course Dates

This 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India usually starts on the 2^nd of every month throughout the year. So you can apply for any month in advance. Our few upcoming 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses are on the following dates:

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100 hour Yoga TTC in Rishikesh: Course Fee

Accommodation Type	Price Per Person
Shared Triplet Room	US$ 480
Shared Twin Room	US$ 700
Private Single Room	US$ 875

Book Your Seat: A minimum of US$ 150 advance deposit is required to secure your seat for the course. The remaining course fee is due on arrival at our school reception.

Our Accommodation

Course Fees INCLUDE:

10 nights non-AC Accommodation (AC available at additional cost)
Three vegetarian meals per day
Afternoon Tea (Masala Chai)
Half-day excursion
Free Wi-Fi
Yoga materials during class (i.e. yoga mat, block, belt, etc.)
Sightseeing near Rishikesh city on rest day (half-day trip)
Textbooks, printed study handouts and study manual
Course Certification

Course Fees DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Airport Transfer (available at additional charges)
Travel expenses (i.e. airfare, train, bus, taxi, etc.)
Laundry services (available at additional charges)
Extra nights beyond course dates (available at additional charges)
Extra excursion not organized by school
Air Conditioning / Heater (available at additional charges)
Travel Insurance
Medical Expenses
Other Personal Expense

Refund Policy

Advance deposit is strictly non-refundable. However, your advance deposit amount can be retained for rescheduling, only if 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 Yoga Vidya Mandiram, 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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In order to secure your seat, please make an advance deposit of US$100 (8,320 INR - Indian Rupees) per participant. Please kindly enquire to confirm availability of your preferred room type before making your advance deposit payment.

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Carolina Melo Rivera / April 2019100 Hour Yoga TTC in Rishikesh, India

I did a 100h course and I had an amazing time. The location is perfect, not too close to the city but close enough to walk there. The teachers and classes were excellent and I learned so many new things. I especially loved the anatomy class.The accomodation and food was also great. The staff at the school will always help you with everything. I would totally recommend it 100%.

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