50 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh (Yoga TTC for Beginners)

Proper guidance is provided to the students at each and every step by defining the do’s and dont’s of Yoga. This facilitates the students to gain concrete knowledge of our traditional system of Yoga. Before starting for Yoga, our certified instructors makes the student aware about beginning tips to start with their yogic practices.

During this yoga training, you will be served with three daily delicious and healthy vegetarian meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Filtered water, herbal tea, and snacks are also available. The menu is creative and balanced with proteins so you feel full and satisfied. 

In our ashram, we provide pure sattvic food. Rajasic and Tamasic food and activities are completely banned in the ashram. The sattvic atmosphere of ashram gives the person a good opportunity to do his yogic sadhana.

The following meals are included:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Snacks
• Drinks(Filtered Water, Herbal Tea)

Accomodation

The ashram in Rishikesh is located at Laxman Jhula. The place is an ancient spiritual place located on the banks of Ganga River. One can enjoy a beautiful view of Ganga Ji from the Yoga Hall as well as the roof of the building.

A. Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga Asanas

Coverage: Alignment, Adjustment, Anatomy and Drishti

• Sun Salutation :  Hatha Style
• Meditative Asanas: Sukhasana, Ardhpadmasana, Padmasana, Siddhasana, Swastikasana and Vajrasana
• Relaxative Asanas: Relaxed Taadasana, Dandasana, Makrasana and Savasana 

Practice of Asanas for Beginners

• Moon Salutation
• Sun Salutation: Ashtanga Style

Standing Asanas

• Tadasana
• Padhastasana
• Ardhchakrasana
• Parsv Chakrasana
• Trikonasana
• Veerbhadrasana - 1
• Vrksasana
• Chakrasana
• Parivritta Trikonasana
• Veerbhadrasana 2 & 3
• Parsvkonasana
• Parsvottanasana
• Ardh Chandrasana
• Natrajasana
• Ek Pad Prasarnasana
• Utkatasana
• Side Sit Ups
• Samakonasana
• Hanumanasana
• Adhomukhsvanasana

SEATED ASANAS

• Janushirshasana
• Paschimottanasana
• Purvottanasana
• Vakrasana
• Yog Mudra
• Butterfly Pose
• Baddha Konasana
• Ustrasana
• SuptVajrasana
• Bakasana
• Ardh Matsyendrasana
• Upavistha Konasana
• Urdhav Mukh Paschimottanasana
• Nauka Sanchalan
• Ankle Rotation
• Chakki Sanchalan
• Simhasana
• Marjarasana
• Moolbandhasana
• Gomukhasana

PRONE SERIES

• Bhujangasana
• Salabhasana
• Bhujangasana A & B
• Ek Padh Salabhasana
• Navasana
• Dhanurasana

SUPINE SERIES

• Pawanmuktasana
• Suptpadangusthasana
• Sarvangasana
• Matsyasana
• Lumbar Stretch
• Ardh Halasana
• Ek Padh Sarvangasana
• Halaasana
• Naukaasana

This is the list of some of the asanas that will be taught along with their variations depending upon the individual's body and his flexibility

B. Pranayama and Different types of Meditation (Primary Level)

1. Bhastrika                                    

2. Nadi Shodhan

3. Surya Bhedan

4. Chandra Bhedan

5. Anulom Viloma

6. Ujjai

7. Sitkari

8. Sitali

9. Bhramri

10. Tips for Developing Concentration

11. Cyclic Meditation

12. Breath Awareness

C. Kriyas – Cleansing Process

1. Kapalbhati                                       

2. Jal Neti                                                              

3. Rubber Neti

4. Trataka

D. Other Practices

1.   Laughing Yoga

2.    Outdoor Yoga at the bank of Ganges (depending on weather)                                        

3.   Video Session explaining Secret of Meditation

F. Anatomy and Physiology of Yogic Practice

1. Formation of Body

2. Respiratory System

3. Spinal Cord Anatomy & Physiology

4. Different Muscles & Body Parts required while doing the asanas

G. Traditional Yoga Philosophy

1. Vedic Mantras Chanting

2. What is Yoga?

3. History of Yoga

4. Types of Yoga(Bhavana Yog, Pranasamyamana Yog)

5. Principles and Necessity of Yoga

6. Yogic Diet(Sattvic, rajasic and Tamasic)

7. Sattvic, Rajasic and Tamasic Yoga

8. Concept of Thinking and Happiness

19. Asanas - Definition, Types, Category

20. Anatomy of each category of asanas

21. Detailed Study and Adjustment Practice of Asanas

22. Role Of Asanas In Yoga

23. Difference Between Asana & Exercise

24. What is Pranayama, its Features

25. Different types of Pranayama - Study and Practice

26. Role Of Pranayama In Yoga

H. Evaluation

Last part of training criteria is Evaluation which will be evaluated based on the behavior of a student.

Each student’s social behavior is of great importance. Student’s will be assessed on their behavior and these behavioral observations will be considered in their Yoga Teacher Training certificate. Along with this their dedication in Theoretical and practical sessions will also be taken into account.

Course Schedule is subject to change depending on the situation. Some classes may vary but hours per day and class content class will remain the same.

05:15 a.m - 06:00 a.m - Wake Up, Freshen up and Relax

06:00 a.m - 06:30 a.m - Cleansing Action 

06:30 a.m - 06:45 a.m - Herbal Tea

07:00 a.m - 08:00 a.m - Ashtanga Yoga & Vinyasa Style Asanas Session

08:00 a.m - 09:00 a.m - Pranyama, Meditation & Mantras Chanting Session

09:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m - Freshen up and Breakfast

10:00 a.m - 10:30 a.m - Leisure Time

10:30 a.m - 11:30 a.m - Traditonal Yoga Philosophy Session

11:30 a.m -  12:15 p.m - Anatomy and Physiology Session

12:30 p.m - 01:15 p.m - Lunch Time

01:15 p.m - 02:45 p.m - Rest Time

02:45 p.m - 03:05 p.m - Freshen up and ready for next session

03:15 p.m - 04:00 p.m - Asanas Alignment and Adjustment Session

04:15 p.m - 06:15 p.m - Hatha Yoga Style Asanas Session

06:15 p.m - 07:00 p.m - Self-Practice / Q & A Session

07:00 p.m - 07:15 p.m - Freshen Up 

07:15 p.m - 08:00 p.m - Dinner Time

08:00 p.m - 09:00 p.m - Personal Time

09:00 p.m - 10:30 p.m - Self-Study

10:30 p.m - 05:15 a.m - Sleeping Time

The following are included in the fees:

• 7 nights shared non - a.c Accommodation, Non-A.C Double Sharing room with attached toilet and hot water.
• 3 Times Meal(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• Snacks and Drinks(Includes Filtered Water, Herbal Tea).
• Yoga Textbook, 1 notebook, 1 pen.
• Yoga Mat.
• Cleansing Action Kit.
• Wi-Fi.

• Airfare
• Airport transfers
• Additional meals and activities                                                                    
• Personal expenses

Arrival by Airplane:

Please book your flight to arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Transfer from and to this airport is available upon request. It costs 4000 INR (around US $57) by personal cab from Delhi airport to our ashram in Rishikesh. Yoga Center can pick you up if you send your flight details in advance. Or, another option From Delhi airport you can take a domestic flight to Dehradun Airport (DED). Another option is to book your flight directly to arrive at Dehradun Airport (DED). From Dehradun airport to our ashram in Rishikesh, it will cost 800 INR (around US $11).

Arrival by Bus:

Buses to Haridwar-Rishikesh leave New Delhi from the Kashmiri Gate national bus stand approximately every hour. The bus ride takes about 6-8 hours and costs around 450-650 INR (around US $7 - $10) for air-conditioned buses and 250-350 INR (around US $4 - $5) for buses without air conditioning. From Haridwar bus stand to our ashram in Rishikesh, it costs 1200 INR (around US $18) by personal cab.

Arrival by Train:

The best option is to reach Haridwar Junction railway station, is by road on a driven taxi or the so-called tuk-tuks. From Delhi, the train ride takes approximately 5-7 hours, depending on the train. Haridwar is serviced by many trains from and to Delhi. From Haridwar railway station to our ashram in Rishikesh, it costs 1200 INR (around US $18) by personal cab.

Arrival by Taxi:

Taxis are always available anywhere in India. The drive from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Haridwar-Rishikesh will take around six hours depending on the traffic conditions.

The reservation requires a payment of 20% of the total price.
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• If the booking is cancelled one month (31 Days) prior to the start of the retreat/course you will get 90% refund of the booking amount.
• If the booking is cancelled 30 to 15 Days prior to the start of retreat/course, you will get 50% refund of the booking amount.
• No refund will be given if the retreat/course booking is cancelled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course. Although we can adjust the 50% of your paid amount to any other retreat/course you book with us in future.
  
  

The remaining amount shall be paid on arrival to the course/retreat location.