Yoga Teacher Training in India
Become an Internationally Certified Yoga Instructor
Yoga Teacher Training in India
Are you looking for the best yoga teacher training in India? We welcome you—as an aspiring yoga teacher—to experience traditional, authentic, and life-changing yoga in the World Capital of Yoga, Rishikesh.
Whether you want to teach yoga professionally or are seeking an empowering learning experience, the Yoga India Foundation Ashram could be the right match for you.
Choosing the right yoga school can be overwhelming, we understand that!
Let us explain you why Yoga India Foundation’s yoga teacher training has been one of the most unique and beloved destinations for the last 12 years
Our team of instructors comes from diverse backgrounds, bringing a wealth of experience in various yoga styles and languages. This international perspective, combined with deep Indian roots, ensures that you receive a comprehensive and authentic yoga education that you can use wherever you go next. Our yoga teacher training in India is Yoga Alliance certified, which means you can teach yoga internationally after successful completion.
We emphasize specialized areas of yoga that address specific needs and promote hormonal balance and inclusivity. Our curriculum includes therapeutic yoga techniques, prenatal yoga and kids yoga, making our training relevant, empowering and impactful. We believe that every teacher should know how to adjust their classes to their students’ needs. As the majority of yoga practitioners are women nowadays, it makes sense to us to teach you how yoga affects the female body and teach you how to tailor classes to meet the female endocrine system’s needs.
Ayurveda is seamlessly integrated into our yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, offering both theoretical knowledge and practical applications. This ancient science of life complements your yoga practice,
Ayurveda is seamlessly integrated into our yoga teacher training India, offering both theoretical knowledge and practical applications. This ancient science of life complements your yoga practice,
At Yoga India Foundation, you’ll join a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Our post-course assistance ensures that you have the resources and support needed to kickstart your yoga career and continue your growth as a teacher. We help you
Our ashram’s location offers a serene environment with breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the Ganges River. This peaceful setting enhances your learning experience and provides a tranquil backdrop for your personal and professional development.
We offer high-quality facilities and a comprehensive training program at affordable fees. Our residential 200 hour yoga teacher training fee starts as low as 559 USD. Our aim is to make yoga teacher training accessible without compromising on the quality of education and resources provided.
Our yoga teacher training courses are officially recognized by the Austrian Government for Bildungskarenz, which facilitates financial support for Austrian students wishing to study in India.
Our yoga teacher training in India is also recognized by ZPP in Germany. You can apply for a recognition of YTT hours so that your future students can get the class fees partially covered by their health insurance.
How Our Yoga Teacher Training in India Will Affect Your Growth
Embarking on a yoga teacher training in Rishikesh with the Yoga India Foundation will have a profound impact on your personal and professional growth. Our yoga teacher training India is designed to provide a transformative experience that extends beyond just learning how to practice and teach yoga.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in a nurturing environment that encourages self-discovery and self-love. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of yoga’s philosophy, practice beginner-friendly to advanced techniques, and gain the confidence to share this knowledge with others. Our supportive community and expert instructors will guide you every step of the way, helping you to refine your teaching skills and find your unique voice as an individual and yoga teacher.
Ayurveda plays a crucial role in detoxifying the body and mind. Our yoga teacher training in India includes guidance on diet, Ayurvedic supplements, detox practices, and lifestyle adjustments that promote overall health and rejuvenation. This holistic approach ensures that you return from your yoga teacher training not just as a skilled teacher, but as a revitalized, happy and joyful individual.
Our yoga teacher training emphasizes holistic health, including emotional, personal and spiritual growth. By addressing emotional blockages and integrating Ayurvedic principles, you’ll leave the program with a clearer mind, a balanced body, and a renewed sense of purpose. You will be surprised how good and light your body and mind can feel!
Yoga Teacher Training: These Modules Will Be Covered
At Yoga India Foundation, our Yoga Teacher Training in India is individually designed to provide a thorough and holistic understanding of yoga, bridging traditional practices with modern science. Our curriculum is crafted to ensure that every aspect of yoga practice is covered comprehensively:
Yoga Asana (Postures): In our YTT, we cover all main Hatha Yoga Postures. You will learn the depths of alignment and adjustment, and how to use props effectively to cater to various needs, including therapeutic applications. Understanding these elements is crucial for ensuring safe and effective practice for students of all levels and backgrounds. We also teach Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga as a Secondary Style for more variation.
Meditation (Dhyana): Meditation is an important aspect of our Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh. It aids in developing focus, clarity and inner peace. Our training provides practical meditation techniques that you can incorporate into your own practice and share with others, too.
Yoga Anatomy: Understanding Yoga Anatomy is crucial for a safe and effective practice. Our training provides in-depth insights into the physical aspects of yoga, including how different postures impact the body and how to address common injuries. This knowledge helps you design safer and more effective classes.
Prenatal and Kids Yoga: Our specialized modules in Prenatal and Kids Yoga equip you to teach these groups with care and precision. You’ll learn how to adapt poses and practices to support pregnant women and children, expanding your teaching skills to various demographics.
Applied Ayurveda: Integrating Ayurveda into your yoga practice promotes holistic health. Our yoga teacher training covers Ayurvedic principles related to diet, lifestyle, and detoxification, helping you and your students achieve a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
Pranayama (Breathing Techniques): This component of our training focuses on the power of breath control. Pranayama is integral to enhancing your practice and teaching, enabling you to guide your students in harnessing their breath to improve their physical and mental well-being. Our methods teach you how to incorporate breath techniques into your practice and pass them on mindfully. We teach you how to adjust the techniques according to therapeutic needs, weather, season and injuries.
Teaching Methodology: This module focuses on practical skills for teaching, including class planning, effective communication, and pedagogical techniques. Mastery of these skills is essential for leading engaging and empowering yoga classes.
Our Yoga Teacher Training in India ensures that you gain a comprehensive understanding of these essential yoga elements. By the end of the program, you will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and compassion necessary to make a significant impact in the world of
yoga.
Karma Yoga: Emphasizing selfless service, Karma Yoga reinforces the values of compassion and community. This practice encourages you to engage in selfless actions, enhancing your role as a yoga teacher and contributing positively to the community. Emphasizing selfless service, Karma Yoga reinforces the values of compassion and community. This practice encourages you to engage in selfless actions, enhancing your
role as a yoga teacher and contributing positively to the community.
Shatkarma (Yogic Cleansing): Shatkarma involves various yogic cleansing techniques designed to purify the body and mind. This practice enhances your overall well-being and prepares you to teach these techniques effectively, supporting both your personal health and your students’ holistic wellness.
Philosophy of Yoga: Diving into the Philosophy of Yoga allows you to grasp the deeper principles and teachings of yoga. This module connects traditional wisdom with modern practice, enriching your teaching and personal practice with a deeper understanding of
yoga’s philosophical foundations.
Emotional Blockage® Treatment: A unique aspect of our Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, the Emotional Blockage® Treatment helps you address and release energy blockages. This technique supports emotional balance and healing, enabling you to guide your students in achieving emotional well-being as well.
Mantra Chanting (Sacred Sounds): We introduce Mantra Chanting as a way to connect with sacred sounds and healing. This practice helps cultivate a deeper sense of presence, calmness and connection.
Our Yoga Teacher Training Courses in India
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India offers you a comprehensive, interactive and well-guided course to deepen your knowledge about yoga and gain a more grounded practice. More
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
The 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India is an advanced therapeutic course for yoga teachers who already completed 200 Hours of yoga teacher training. More
500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Our 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India combines both 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training and 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training. It’s an intensive long-term course. More
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Highlights Of Our Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
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Our Teachers
BIPIN GYAN JI
MA YOGA, E-RYT-500
ANNKATHRIN
E-RYT-500, MA YOGA
DR. VIPUL KUMAR
PHD AYURVEDA, MA YOGIC SCIENCE, MA YOGIC PHILOSOPHY
JASVEER SINGH
MA YOGA
Accommodation Location: Our Ashram
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We want to make sure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision about our yoga teacher training programs, so please feel free to ask us anything.
Ideally, you should have had a few yoga classes before starting the yoga teacher training. You don’t require a regular asana practice beforehand, but it is recommended to have a sincere interest to learn as well as commitment to complete the training. Western Yoga is very different from traditional yoga, so we invite you to learn all about it from A-Z. Our classes slowly build up so you will learn all about asana, pranayama, meditation etc. from a beginner to more intermediate level.
At Yoga India Foundation we teach traditional Yoga, also known as Hatha Asana and Ashtanga Yoga (Eight Parts) Philosophy. Our approach is to look at the individual and teach you how to create perfect health in your body and others. First, you have to understand the common ailments and problems nowadays. Once you understand this and know about the Benefits + Cautions of Asana & Pranayama Techniques, you can determine which techniques to apply to create well-being as well as physical and mental health.
Our goal is to teach you traditional yoga in its holistic, balance-creating and ancient scientific background. Ayurveda plays an important role too; that’s why we teach daily Ayurveda or Applied Ayurveda classes and provide one-on-one consultations by Dr Kumar throughout the course.
After completing our best 200 hour yoga teacher training in India, 300 or 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training course in India, you will be certified with a Yoga Alliance certification that allows you to teach yoga internationally without any restrictions. You can then call yourself RYT-200 or RYT-500 (Registered Yoga Teacher with 200 or 500 Hour of Training). Yoga Alliance is an international recognition board that ensures a high standard level of yoga teacher training. So when choosing your Yoga Teacher Training make sure that its Yoga Alliance certified. You will require the Certification to obtain work is most countries.
At Yoga India Foundation, we maintain a very high standard of teaching quality, accommodation, facilities, pure diet and course materials. All our staff hold at least a Master or PhD degree in Yoga, Pranayama or Ayurveda. Our Yoga Teacher Training courses start at 1200 USD including twin shared accommodation. Here you can find the exact Course Prices and Details for our courses:
100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India (10 Days)
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India (18 Days)
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India (21 Days)
500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India (40 Days)
We also offer the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Online here.
A good yoga teacher will remain a student for life. It’s important to keep growing, learning and developing. If you are a certified yoga teacher already, you may wish to look into elevating your teaching skills and improving your understanding about therapeutic yoga, pranayama and ayurvedic consultation.
For certified yoga teachers (200 Hours) we have the following course available:
- 300 Hour Audience-Based Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
- 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India (40 Days)
- Ayurveda Counseling Course Online
- Fertility Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
You can expect a truly transformational journey that leads into your heart. By gaining more knowledge and practice of traditional yoga, Emotional Blockage Treatment and Ayurveda, you can learn to create mental peace, calmness, health and a joyful daily life. Our teachers and team is here to guide you individually and help your to re-connect, de-stress and unplug. Get ready for a unique, heart-opening and life-changing journey in India!