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Join our 200-hour yoga teacher training at Gopala Om Yoga School and embark on a transformative journey that will elevate your practice and understanding of yoga. This comprehensive program is meticulously designed to deepen your personal practice, expand your yogic knowledge, and equip you with the skills and confidence to become an effective yoga teacher. Throughout this training, you will receive personalized instruction from highly experienced teachers who are dedicated to your growth and learning. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, anatomy and physiology, yoga philosophy, teaching methodology, and much more. This holistic approach ensures that you gain a well-rounded education in all aspects of yoga. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a 200-hour certification from Yoga Alliance, enabling you to register as a certified yoga teacher and pursue a global career in yoga. Additionally, you will be part of a community that continues to support and inspire each other long after the training ends. Join us at Gopala Om Yoga School and take the first step towards becoming a knowledgeable, confident, and compassionate yoga teacher. Let this journey transform your life, deepen your practice, and empower you to share the gift of yoga with others.
JOIN Best 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
Our 200-hour intensive yoga teacher training, accredited by Yoga Alliance, offers an unparalleled and transformative experience. Under the guidance of renowned yoga gurus, you will embark on a journey that combines immersive theoretical and practical training in authentic Himalayan yoga. We place a strong emphasis on the art of teaching, equipping you with the skills to effectively share your knowledge and passion for yoga with others. Our meticulously designed modules, in collaboration with Yoga Alliance, ensure that you receive globally relevant and comprehensive knowledge. Join us at Gopala Om Yoga School and transform your passion for yoga into a fulfilling career.
- Mindfulness
- Mental Clarity
- Healthier Habits
- Emotional Balance
- Improved Flexibility
- Physical Well-being
BENEFITS 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
Our yoga school is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, deeply rooted in the Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Tradition. We prioritize individual attention for every student, regardless of the course they choose. Our commitment to continuous improvement in our Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) methods and pedagogy ensures that we effectively meet the needs of dedicated yoga practitioners.
- Our goal is to facilitate complete self-transformation for our students. Additionally, we provide Yoga Alliance certification, allowing you to apply for RYT200Hrs certification.
- The combination of physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation in Hatha Yoga helps alleviate stress and reduce anxiety levels.
- Practicing Hatha Yoga, along with Pranayama and Meditation, supports spiritual development and fosters a deeper connection to the divine.
- This course instills a lifelong passion for learning and practicing yoga, encouraging continuous growth and development in your yoga journey.
- Hatha Yoga promotes emotional balance by regulating the nervous system, aiding in more effective emotion management.
- Certification from our reputable school in Rishikesh is recognized worldwide, enhancing your credibility as a yoga instructor.
- The mindfulness aspect of yoga practice sharpens cognitive skills, leading to better focus and concentration.
DEVELOP YOGA SKILLS
- Regular practice of yoga asanas increases muscle and joint flexibility, allowing for a greater range of motion and reducing the risk of injuries.
- Developing advanced yoga skills opens up career opportunities as a certified yoga instructor, enabling you to teach and inspire others.
- Enhancing your yoga skills boosts self-awareness, helping you understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors more deeply.
- Improving your yoga skills enhances awareness of body alignment, leading to better posture and reduced back and neck pain.
- Advanced training and certification elevate your credibility and reputation as a knowledgeable and skilled yoga practitioner.
- Yoga aids in regulating emotions by balancing the nervous system, leading to greater emotional resilience and stability.
- Yoga encourages a meditative state, fostering a sense of inner peace and tranquility that permeates your daily life.
- Yoga encourages a meditative state, fostering a sense of inner peace and tranquility that permeates your daily life
COURSE FEE INCLUDES
- Yoga material used during course – Mat, Belt, Rope Bolster, Pillow, Blanket, Bricks, Zen Bench, Sand bag, Chair
- Study materials – Note book, pen, Textbooks, printed study materials, Jala & sutra neti and handouts
- Inauguration Program with fire Ceremony and flowers decoration
- One Jungle Picnic or The Himalayas sightseeing trip (once)
- Free Taxi service (pick up) from Dehradun Airport
- 1 cooking Class 200hrs Wi-Fi connection
- 1 cooking Class 200hrs Course
MAIN POINTS
TOPICS COVER IN COURSE
THE TOPICS WILL COVERED
- Astang Yoga
- Yoga Anatomy
- Meditation Practices
- Various Yoga Postures
- Teaching Methodologies
- Varied Yoga Traditions Of The World
SHORT INTRODUCTION
You are cordially invited to join our 200-Hour Yoga program in Rishikesh. This course not only enhances your yoga asanas but also expands your yogic knowledge, giving you a profound understanding of your body and the vast possibilities of yoga in a highly engaging and supportive environment. By the end of this transformative experience, you will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the art and science of living a life filled with meaning, bliss, and joy. For those seeking a more extensive immersion, we also offer 100-Hour, 300-Hour, and 500-Hour programs.
Pranayama
Achieve Physical and Mental Wellness by Regulating Your Breath
Relaxation
Clear Your Mind, Relax Your Body, and Control Your Breathing
Ashtanga Vinyasa
Align Body and Mind, Growing in Strength with Breath
Hatha Yoga
Meditate Through Asanas: Guiding Your Body and Mind
Mantra Chanting
Attain Mind Liberation through Mantra Chanting
Teaching
Learn Teaching Methodology and Gain Actual Teaching Experience
OUR FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
Engage in daily yoga sessions designed to strengthen you mentally and improve your inner peace. Our expert instructors guide you through various practices that cater to all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Our retreats are carefully made so that you can grow from inside through the Yoga teachings and have time to get to know Rishikesh as well. Be aware this is more than every day Yoga classes. The food we provide is renowned because of its taste and variety. Every food is prepared keeping hygiene conditions in mind and all vegetables we use are pure and fresh. Our program progressively covers many aspects of Yoga so that you can go back to your normal life with a yoga toolbox under your arm. Don’t finish your trip without learning Rishikesh’s true teachings and culture.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE OF 200 HOUR YOGA
ABOUT SCHEDULE
Every session is invaluable in your yoga learning and growth journey. Following the complete schedule is essential to optimize your learning experience. The daily timetable is carefully planned for students, and strict adherence is necessary. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory.
Note- Make sure before 3rd of every month (means 1st and 2nd ) there will be no activities in the school. So 2nd students will arrive at school and will take enough rest then next day 3rd of morning 9.00am all the students have breakfast.. then the program will begin with flower decoration.
FEW MEMORIES
TRAINING
TEACHER TRAINING COURSE
Starting your Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh is a transformative journey that brings holistic benefits to your mind, body, and spirit, fostering personal growth and overall well-being.
HATHA YOGA TRAINING
Through consistent practice, participants gradually enhance their flexibility by elongating muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Simultaneously, they build strength in various muscle groups through sustained poses and strength-focused exercises. The focused attention required in Yoga sharpens concentration and mental acuity, directing awareness to breath, bodily sensations, and alignment in poses. Hatha Yoga facilitates balance across different energy levels, serving as an introduction to holistic well-being. It lays the groundwork for more dynamic yoga forms like Ashtanga Vinyasa, which demand physical fitness. Additionally, Hatha Yoga fosters mental preparedness for embracing higher practices and cultivates greater acceptance. Its grounding nature makes it a foundational step toward elevated spiritual journeys.
Asana (Posture):
Name of the Asana in English & Sanskrit
Benefits
Introduction & History of AsanaConclusion
How to do this Asana dynamic way step by step?
Asana Doing Meditatively:
Centring
Refining
Come out
Entering
Holding
Reflection
Standing Posture:
Upward Salute Pose
Chair Pose
Hand to feet Pose
Warrior Pose
Raise Hand to Toes Pose
Mountain Pose
Tree Pose
Triangle Pose
Sitting Posture:
Squat Pose
Kneeling Pose
Stamp Pose
Cat Pose
Garland Pose
Hero pose
Inversion Posture:
Bridge Pose
Shoulder Stand
Inversion Pose
Rocking Chair
Spinal Twisting
Half Fish Pose
Spinal Twisting In Table Pose
Spinal Twisting In Kneeling Pose
ASTANGA VINYASA TRAINING
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga represents a dynamic and vigorous yoga style requiring heightened focus and intuition. Often likened to a mind-body extreme workout, this practice cultivates both flexibility in the body and clarity in the mind. Ashtanga Vinyasa's flowing sequences generate internal heat, aiding in purifying the body and promoting overall physical and mental wellness. This yoga form underscores the harmony of breath, movement, and focal point, known as Tristhana. Its sequences seamlessly link postures with fluid motions, creating a continuous and rhythmic practice. Originating in the 20th century, Ashtanga Vinyasa is regarded as a contemporary interpretation of traditional Indian Classical Yoga. Practitioners of Ashtanga Vinyasa typically begin by mastering individual asanas before advancing to the fluid and synchronized flow of the sequences.
Surya Namaskara A:
Samasthiti
Uttanasana A
Chaturanga Dandasana
Adhomukha Svanasana
Urdvahastasna
Uttanasana B
Urdvamukha Svanasana
Urdvamukha Svanasana
Surya Namaskara B:
Samasthiti
Uttanasana A
Adhomukhasvanasana
Chaturanga Dandasana
Adhomukhasvanasana
Chaturanga Dandasana
Adhomukha Svanasana
Urdvahastasna
Uttanasana B
Urdvamukha Svanasana
Bibhadrasana A
Urdvamukha Svanasana
Birbhadrasana A
Urdvamukha Svanasana
Primary Series:
Janusirsasana B – Head to Knee Pose B
Triyang Mukhaipada Paschimottanasana – One Leg Folded Forward Bend Pose
Purvattanasana – Intense West Stretch
Paschimottanasana B – Intense West Stretch Pose B
Dandassana – Staff Pose
Virbhadrasana A, Warrior Pose A
Ardhabadha Padmottanasana, Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend Pose
Parsvatanasan,, Intense Side Stretch Pose
Uthita Parsva Konasna, Extended Side Angle Pose
Pada Angusthasana – A, Big Toe Pose – A
Marichasana A – Pose Dedicated to the Sage Marichi – A
Marichasana C – Pose Dedicated to the Sage Marichi – C
Janusirsasana A – Head to Knee Pose A
Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana – Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend Pose
Paschimottanasana C – Intense West Stretch Pose C
Paschimottanasana A – Intense West Stretch Pose A
Utthita Hasta Padongusthasana,1,2,3,4, Extended Hand to Big Toes Pose
Prasarita Padottanasasna D, Intense Wide Leg Stretch D
Prasarita Padottanasasna B, Intense Wide Leg Stretch B
Pada Angusthasana – B, Big Toe Pose – B
Janusirsasana C – Head to Knee Pose C
Marichasana B – Pose Dedicated to the Sage Marichi – B
Marichasana D – Pose Dedicated to the Sage Marichi – D
Parivrita Trikonasana, Revolving Triangle Pose
KUDALINIA TRAINING
Kundalini Yoga is a potent and transformative discipline focused on awakening the latent energy residing at the base of the spine, known as Kundalini. This ancient practice blends physical postures, breathwork, mantra chanting, meditation, and relaxation techniques to awaken and guide this energy upwards through the body's energy centers, or chakras. The goal of Kundalini Yoga is to awaken and harmonize the Kundalini energy, leading to heightened awareness, spiritual enlightenment, and a profound connection to both the self and the universe. It is often hailed as the "yoga of awareness" due to its emphasis on expanding consciousness and experiencing the interconnectedness of all existence. Kundalini Yoga sessions typically commence with tuning in with a mantra, followed by dynamic movements known as kriyas, which target specific areas of the body and energy centers, facilitating the awakening and alignment of Kundalini energy.
Intro:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Kudalinia Yoga
How to do Kudalinia Yoga
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Kudalinia Yoga
YOGA ANATOMY
Yoga anatomy delves into the intricate interplay between the human body and yoga practice. It examines how the body moves, functions, and adjusts within various yoga postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation techniques. By scrutinizing the musculoskeletal system, practitioners acquire insights into alignment principles, biomechanics, and anatomical nuances, facilitating safe and effective practice. Prioritizing injury prevention and therapeutic benefits, yoga anatomy fosters a deeper understanding of the body, promoting a sustainable and transformative yoga journey that nurtures overall well-being. Starting with a challenging pose prematurely can potentially lead to harm. Therefore, anatomical studies elucidate the location and importance of organs, enabling practitioners to recommend simpler poses from which individuals can gradually transition. This approach ensures a safer and more accessible yoga practice, conducive to long-term health and growth.
Intro:
By the regular practice of Kundalini, it helps in achieving a healthy and flexible body
Kundalini practice enhances your immunity by becoming free from several diseases
Purification of body decreasing toxins
Good life discipline
Pranayama and Kriyas eliminate diseases from your mind and body
High self-awareness and more receptiveness
Awareness of breath that enhances well being
Real spiritual awakening
PRANAYAMA YOGA
Pranayama, outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras as the fourth limb, is a profound discipline of breathwork integral to yoga practice. Rooted in the Sanskrit words "prana," meaning vital life force, and "ayama," meaning expansion or extension, Pranayama encompasses various techniques for controlling the breath in diverse ways and durations. Through mastery of breath, practitioners can elevate their energies and expand their consciousness. Pranayama serves as both a physical and mental exercise, fostering holistic well-being. Its primary aim is to forge a deep connection between body and mind. By regulating breathing patterns via Pranayama, individuals can enhance longevity and overall vitality. Breath is intrinsic to life, serving as the essential mechanism that sustains existence and shapes our experiences. Through disciplined practice and mindful awareness of breath, practitioners can access profound states of relaxation, clarity, and inner peace, enriching their path toward self-discovery and spiritual evolution.
Introduction:
Meaning of Pranayama
Breathing experiment
Definition
Conclusion
Kapalbhati Pranayama:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Kapalabhati for students – Technique
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Kpalabhati Pranayama
How to do Kpalabhati Pranayama?
Sheetali Pranayama (Cooling breath):
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Sheetali for students
How to do Sheetali Pranayama?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Sheetali Pranayama
Sheetkari Pranayam:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Sheetkari Pranayam for students
How to do Sheetkari Pranayam?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Sheetkari Pranayam
Bhastrika Pranayam:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Bhastrika Pranayam for students
How to do Bhastrika Pranayam?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Bhastrika Pranayam
Nadishodhana Pranayama:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Nadishodhana Pranayama for students
How to do Nadishodhana Pranayama?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Nadishodhana Pranayama
SATKARMA YOGA
Satkarma Yoga, also referred to as Shatkarma Yoga, is a yoga discipline centered on purifying and cleansing the body. The term "Satkarma" originates from Sanskrit, where "Sat" signifies "six," and "karma" translates to "actions" or "practices." Consequently, Satkarma Yoga comprises six purification techniques intended to detoxify the body and prime it for yoga and meditation practice. By regularly engaging in these purification practices, Satkarma Yoga practitioners seek to purify the physical body, harmonize the subtle energy channels (nadis), and foster overall health and well-being. These techniques are commonly integrated into traditional Hatha Yoga teachings as a preparatory phase for more advanced yogic practices like asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation. Thus, practitioners benefit from the fusion of two practices into one comprehensive approach. Satkarma Yoga includes vigorous breathing exercises that can aid in relieving stress from the brain. Additionally, practitioners can easily engage in Neti, a cleansing technique. However, an instructor will initially guide individuals through the process to ensure their comfort and confidence.
Introduction To Six Types Of Satkarma:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Satkarma Pranayama for students
How to do Satkarma Pranayama?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Satkarma Pranayama
Introduction To Jala Neti:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Jala Neti Pranayama for students
How to do Jala Neti?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Jala Neti Pranayama
Introduction To Sutraneti:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Sutraneti Pranayama for students
How to do Sutraneti?
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Sutraneti Pranayama
BANDHA YOGA
Bandha Yoga, a segment of yoga practice, concentrates on utilizing energy locks called bandhas to regulate and channel the flow of prana (vital life force) within the body. Derived from Sanskrit, "bandha" signifies "lock" or "binding." These bandhas are subtle muscle contractions or locks employed during yoga sessions to augment physical stability, harmonize energy levels, and stimulate spiritual enlightenment. The objective of Bandha Yoga is to synchronize the energy flow throughout the body, align the physical and energetic aspects, and awaken latent spiritual potentials. By mastering the delicate activation of bandhas, practitioners can deepen their yoga journey, heighten internal awareness, and access profound meditative states and self-realization. Furthermore, bandhas are frequently integrated into diverse yoga postures (asanas), pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation techniques to magnify their transformative impact and foster a well-rounded and unified approach to yoga and life. Bandhas facilitate the containment and release of energy from various organs while enhancing blood and energy circulation. Moreover, practitioners gradually develop the ability to observe and refine their bandha practice over time.
Introduction To Jalandhara Bandha:
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Jalandhara Bandha
How to do Jalandhara Bandha
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Jalandhara Bandha
Introduction To Udiyana Bandha
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Udiyana Bandha
How to do Udiyana Bandha
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Udiyana Bandha
Introduction To Mula Bandha
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Mula Bandha
How to do Mula Bandha
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Mula Bandha
MUDRA YOGA
Mudra Yoga, a division of yoga practice, centers on the utilization of hand gestures or seals known as mudras to direct energy flow, improve concentration, and facilitate spiritual awakening. The Sanskrit term "mudra" translates to "seal," "gesture," or "mark." In Mudra Yoga, specific hand positions create connections between different body parts and influence the flow of prana (vital life force) within the subtle energy channels, or nadis. Mudra Yoga provides a subtle yet potent method to balance the body's energies, align the mind, and awaken the spirit. By integrating mudras into yoga sessions, meditation, and daily activities, practitioners can harness the transformative potential of these ancient hand gestures to nurture greater health, happiness, and inner peace. Mudra practice fosters the acquisition of knowledge and deeper wisdom from the universal body. Additionally, the convenience of practicing mudras anywhere, whether at home or work, adds to their benefits.
Jnana Mudra
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Jnana Mudra
How to do Jnana Mudra
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Jnana Mudra
Chin Mudra
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Chin Mudra
How to do Chin Mudra
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Chin Mudra
Bhairava Mudra
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Bhairava Mudra
How to do Bhairava Mudra
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Bhairava Mudra
MEDIATION
Meditation is a practice that fosters transformation by nurturing mindfulness, awareness, and inner tranquility through focused attention and mental discipline. It encompasses diverse techniques and traditions, all aimed at calming the mind, alleviating stress, and enhancing overall well-being. With roots spanning thousands of years across various cultures and spiritual paths, meditation's benefits transcend physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. Regardless of the technique used, meditation yields numerous advantages, including stress reduction, heightened focus and concentration, improved emotional regulation, increased self-awareness, and a profound sense of inner peace and fulfillment. Consistent meditation practice can profoundly impact physical health, mental wellness, and spiritual evolution, serving as a valuable tool for cultivating a harmonious and enriching life.
Mediation Intro
Introduction – Meaning – Benefits – Contradictions
Preparation of Meditation
Sixty One Energy Points discussion
Dancing Meditation Practice
How to do Meditation
Duration of practice – Demonstration of Meditation
Walking Meditation Practice
Practice of Candle Meditation
RELAXATION
Relaxation is a state characterized by a serene, stress-free demeanor, encompassing both physical and mental tranquility. It allows the body and mind to release tension and recharge. Relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, mindfulness meditation, or engaging in hobbies, aim to induce this state, promoting overall well-being. These practices are effective in reducing stress, enhancing sleep quality, and boosting vitality. By integrating relaxation into daily life, one can foster a greater sense of calmness, equilibrium, and resilience in navigating life's challenges. Relaxation's benefits extend across physical, mental, and emotional realms, making it a universally valuable practice. Embark on your relaxation journey today, exploring the myriad of yoga practices available. As an ancient science, relaxation has empowered countless individuals to declutter their minds and unlock their full potential.
Synopsis of Featured Teachings:
Point-to-Point Movement and then Stillness
Entire-Body Tension and Relaxation
Selective Tension and Relaxation of Body Parts
Point-to-Point Tension and Relaxation
Point-to-Point Relaxation
More Detailed Point-to-Point Relaxation with Visualization of Pure White Divine Light at the Cardiac Center
