Foundation Course – 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India (4 Weeks)

1. Learning how to teach all the aspects of yoga:  asana, pranayama, kriya, mantra etc.
2. Using all different aspects of yoga for teaching classes according to the nature and experience of students
3. Adjusting and assisting students with safety, and the use of props
4. How to use different postures to prepare the body for meditation
5. How to prepare a hatha yoga program, a kundalini kriya program and integrate both of these with mantra in one class
6. Principles of a Vedic yoga class - how the Centre teaches the integration of all the aspects of traditional yoga into one practice
7. How to build an appropriate atmosphere for teaching in different environments to varied groups
8. Developing confidence and trust in giving appropriate commands and letting go of your limitations
9. A systematic approach to connecting, inspiring and motivating students
10. Developing an authentic teaching style that comes from your own genuine experiences
11. Carrying the right attitude for transmitting your teachings

1. Learning how to teach all the aspects of yoga:  asana, pranayama, kriya, mantra etc.
2. Using all different aspects of yoga for teaching classes according to the nature and experience of students
3. Adjusting and assisting students with safety, and the use of props
4. How to use different postures to prepare the body for meditation
5. How to prepare a hatha yoga program, a kundalini kriya program and integrate both of these with mantra in one class
6. Principles of a Vedic yoga class – how the Centre teaches the integration of all the aspects of traditional yoga into one practice
7. How to build an appropriate atmosphere for teaching in different environments to varied groups
8. Developing confidence and trust in giving appropriate commands and letting go of your limitations
9. A systematic approach to connecting, inspiring and motivating students
10. Developing an authentic teaching style that comes from your own genuine experiences
11. Carrying the right attitude for transmitting your teachings

1. Medical anatomy and physiology:  
   1. Digestive system
   2. Respiratory system
   3. Cardio-vascular system
   4. Skeletal system
   5. Muscular system
   6. Brain & Nervous system
   7. Endocrine (Hormonal) System
2. Astral anatomy and physiology:  
   1. Three Bodies
   2. Five Koshas
   3. The Mind
   4. Prana & Nadis
   5. Three Gunas
   6. Kundalini and the Seven Chakras 
3. The essence of safe and efficient practice
4. Benefits and contra-indications of specific yogic practices according to categories of postures
5. How one’s astral anatomy (energy body) connects with the physical anatomy in all different yogic practices

1. Applied yoga philosophy, it’s meaning and aims; the four paths:  karma, bhakti, jnana and raja, and their synthesis
2. Understanding and applying different methods of raja yoga in day-to-day life:  e.g. ashtanga, hatha, kundalini/tantric kriyas and mantra
3. Acknowledging the unity of all paths to oneness
4. Lifestyle issues:  yogic diet; yogic management for health and wellness; understanding the role of Ayurveda and applying it in daily life
5. Yoga as a way of spontaneously flowing with the current of life
6. Living ethically as a yoga teacher
7. Daily evening satsang – Q&A, and ancient yogic wisdom for modern times

1. Practice teaching to individuals and small groups
2. Observing others teach, and giving and receiving feedback
3. How to teach an entire Vedic yoga class, incorporating all the aspects that have been taught
4. Learn how to offer retreats and workshops
5. How to take yoga from your mat into your life and the world around you
6. How to assist and support students in their yogic journey
7. Journaling of personal experiences, and documenting their effects
8. Strengthening the ability to share, and developing the art of being fearless, which comes from accepting yourself as you are NOW

Self-study time is allocated each day.

1. Students are encouraged to study the Teacher Training Manual and other texts as discussed during the classes.
2. Assignments and homework are to be prepared during self-study time.
3. Regular self-study will be undertaken to prepare for a written exam at the end of the course.
4. Understanding that the examination is simply to acknowledge where your understanding is in this moment.  It requires the removal of the concept of passing or failing.
5. Seeking opportunities to perform seva (selfless service) and developing this attitude so that selfless service becomes a part of your life.
6. Evidence of  40 hours of personal practice AFTER completing the course before final Certification will be awarded