Yoga Teacher Training Syllabus

Yoga is essentially a spiritual discipline based on an extremely subtle Science which focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body. It is an art and science for healthy living. As yoga continues to increase in popularity throughout the world, naturally the number of yoga teachers and training courses rises too.

A yoga trainer is a fitness and wellness professional who leads group classes in yoga. They teach students how to perform the various stretching poses, practice meditation and promote mindfulness in addition to overall wellbeing. These professionals are also often referred to as “yoga instructors” and “yogis.”

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Fundamentals Of Yoga

Yoga works on the level of one’s body, mind, emotion and energy. This has given rise to four broad classifications of Yoga: Karma Yoga where we utilise the body; Jnāna Yoga where we utilise the mind; Bhakti Yoga where we utilise the emotion and Kriya Yoga where we utilise the energy.

Every individual is a unique combination of these four factors. Only a guru (teacher) can advocate the appropriate combination of the four fundamental paths as is necessary for each seeker. “All ancient commentaries on Yoga have stressed that it is essential to work under the direction of a guru.”

How To Become A Yoga Teacher

People who wish to take yoga teacher as a career path must follow the most common instructions given below.

• Education – Formal education is not necessary for a yoga trainer. Consider earning a degree that fits your career goals, whether yoga instruction is part of your employment or your sole passion. Some employers may prefer candidates to have a high school diploma or GED or a bachelor’s degree.
• Yoga practice – If you’re interested in becoming a yoga instructor, begin your practice if you have not already. Seek out a gym or studio, and enroll in classes regularly.
• Complete A Training Program – To earn credentials and become qualified for employment, complete a 200-hour training course, preferably certified by the RYS.
• Earn Certificate – Go through the Yoga Alliance to apply for and maintain your internationally recognized certification. Earn the RYT 200, or pursue another training program to earn your RYT 500.
• Experience – A particular number of years and hours of teaching can help you get certified as an E-RYT, possibly increasing your earning potential. The most effective way to refine your yoga teaching is through leading classes and helping students master their practice.
• Specialization – Do training programs for children’s yoga or prenatal yoga to learn the needs of those types of students and certifying as an RCYT or RPYT to further specialize your teaching practice.

Role Of Yoga Trainer

• Design courses & lesson plans.
• Analyze the fitness level & requirements of all participants.
• Demonstrate and perform all yoga exercises to participants.
• Design safe and comprehensive yoga programs for various participants.
• Monitor participant performance and recommend different yoga exercise.

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Yoga Teacher Training Syllabus

1. Yoga Philosophy

• Introduction

Origin of Yoga
Different Paths of Yoga
Samkhaya Darshan
Vedanta Darshan
Obstacles in Yoga

• Ashtanga Yoga (8 Limbs)

Yama
Niyama
Asana
Pranayama
Pratyahara

Dharana
Dhyana
Samadhi

• Hatha Yoga
  Panch Kosha
  Annamaya Kosha
  Pranamaya Kosha
  Manomaya Kosha
  Jnanamaya Kosha
  Anandamaya Kosha

2. HUMAN ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGY AND YOGA

• Introduction
  Skeletal System
  Joints and Range of Motion
  Muscular System
  Postural imbalances
• Physiology of Asana
  Standing
  Back Bend
  Forward Bend
  Twist
  Inversion
  Digestive System
  Respiratory System
  Circulatory System
  Physiology of Pranayama
  Nervous System
  Endocrine System
  Stress and Homeostasis
  Physiology of Meditation
  Lesson Planning, Practical and Written Assessment

3. MANTRA RECITATION CURRICULUM

Mantra is a word or sound repeated to aid concentration in meditation. The reverberating sound harmonious the body and mind.

Ganesha Mantra
Guru Mantra
Shakti Mantra
Gayatri Mantra
Mangalacharan Mantra
Shanti Mantra

4. ASANA AND PRANAYAMA PRACTICE SESSIONS

• Dynamic Postures

Pawanmuktasana series
Marjala asana
Vyaghrasana
Surya namaskar

• Standing Postures

Tadasana
Utkatasana
Padhastasana
Trikonasana
Parivrtta Trikonasana
Parshwakonasana
Parivrtta parshwakonasana
Veerbhadrasana I
Veerbhadrasana II
Veerbhadrasana III
Ardh chandrasana
Parsvottanasana
Prasarita padottanasana

• Inverted Postures

Sirsasana
Sarvangasana
Halasana
Pincha mayurasana
Adho mukha vrkshasana

• Twisting Postures

Ardh matsyendra asana
Parivritti janu sirshasana
Kati Chakrasana

• Back bend postures

Bhujangasana
Shalabhasana
Dhanurasana
Matsyasana
Ushtrasana
Kandhrasana
Chakrasanak Gomukhasana
Setu Asana
Rajkapotasana

• Forward Bend Postures

Paschimotanasana
Janusirasana
Ardh padam Paschimotanasana
Padprasar Paschimotanasana
Adho Mukha Svanasana

• Balancing Postures

Vrkshasana
Bak Dhayan Asana
Mayurasana
Natraj Asana
Garudasana

• Relaxation Postures

Shashankasana
Makarasana
Savasana

• Pranayama Practices

Yogic Breathing
Nadi Shodhan
Kapalbhati
Ujjayi
Bhramari

• Dhyana Practices

Breath Awareness
Pranava Dhyana

• Yog Nidra Practices

Visualization

Breathing Meditation

Chakra Meditation

• Mudras

Anjali Mudra
Chin Mudra
Jnana Mudra
Poorna Mudra

• Bandhas
  Uddiyana Bandha
  Jalandhara Bandha
  Moola Bandha
• Kriyas
  Jala Neti
  Kapalbhati
  Tratak

FAQs

Q: How many years of experience do I need to join the Yoga TTC course?

Ans : The Yoga Teacher Training course is suitable for everyone as we are committed to teaching you from the root to all the aspects of Yoga, so the experience is unnecessary.

Q: Is yoga a Hindu practice?

Q: Do you need to go to the gym if you’re doing a yoga workout?