200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training in India – October 6 - November 3, 2026

Traditional Hatha / 30 Days / Yoga Alliance Certification

This one-month, 200-hour yoga teacher training in India is designed for dedicated yoga practitioners who want to immerse themselves in the depth of traditional Hatha yoga in a शांत, supportive setting. The program balances practical teaching preparation with a strong foundation in pranayama, meditation, and yogic philosophy, making it suitable not only for aspiring teachers, but also for students seeking a meaningful shift in body, breath, and awareness.

Half of the training is devoted to developing teaching skills, including detailed study and practice of asanas and teaching methodology. The other half focuses on refining pranayama, meditation, and a practical understanding of how traditional spirituality and yogic lifestyle can be integrated into modern life. The course is intended to support those who want to live with greater clarity, purpose, and balance in today’s fast-paced world.

Style of Yoga?

The training centers on traditional Hatha yoga, with special attention to spinal anatomy as the foundation of asana practice. Rather than emphasizing speed or flowing sequences, the method focuses on alignment, stability, and a thoughtful approach that respects the body’s structure and limitations. Chakras and the subtle energy body are also part of the study, allowing the practice to be adapted to each student’s physical and mental needs.

Classes always include pranayama and Yoga Nidra. In contrast to many modern styles, this approach places strong emphasis on stability, correct alignment at the eight major joints, and breath awareness to extend the duration of each posture. Faster flows are discouraged when they ignore the basics of joint and spinal anatomy.

This 200-hour training provides the essential techniques and knowledge needed to begin sharing yoga in a professional way. Even for those who do not wish to teach, the practices and philosophy offer a deeply cleansing and enriching experience for body, mind, and intellect.

Who Can Come?

• Practicing yoga regularly for at least two years.
• Physically fit for four hours of practice daily.
• Comfortable with 10 rounds of Sun Salutation and holding basic asanas for at least 30 seconds.
• Ready for two theory classes a day and a written exam.
• Willing to wake early for meditation and engage fully with the emotional depth of the course.
• Open to questioning personal beliefs about identity, purpose, and social conditioning.
• No chronic illness, recent surgeries, pregnancy, or severe psychological disorders.

Course Outline

• Traditional practices: asanas, pranayamas, meditation, neti, and mantra chanting.
• Teaching workshops: asana demonstration, variations, sequencing, corrections, and hands-on techniques.
• Yoga anatomy: musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and nervous systems, and how yoga affects them.
• Philosophy: yogic lifestyle, history of yoga, paths of yoga, and Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
• Teaching practice: guided sharing and evaluation with co-teachers.
• Career: communication skills, safety norms, and the business of teaching yoga.

Curriculum: International & Traditional

• Techniques Training / Practice — 117 Hours
• Teaching Methodology — 26 Hours
• Yoga Anatomy & Ayurveda — 26 Hours
• Philosophy, Lifestyle & Ethics — 26 Hours
• Practicum — 20 Hours

Daily Schedule

• 06:00 – 06:40 am: Meditation
• 06:40 – 07:00 am: Neti / Kriyas
• 07:00 – 09:00 am: Yoga & Pranayamas
• 09:00 – 10:00 am: Brunch
• 10:30 – 12:30 pm: Yoga in Big Picture / Yoga Anatomy
• 12:30 – 02:00 pm: Free time / Private coaching
• 01:30 – 02:30 pm: Fruits/Snacks
• 02:30 – 04:00 pm: Yoga Sutras / Ayurveda
• 04:30 – 07:00 pm: Yoga Anatomy Workshops / Teaching Practice
• 07:00– 08:00 pm: Dinner
• 08:00 – 09:00 pm: Video Shows or Chanting, on 3 nights a week
• 10:00 pm – 10:00 am: Silence / Self-Reflections

Classes are held six days a week, with the seventh day reserved for optional day trips. The timetable may change depending on weather conditions.

Yoga Alliance Certification

Students are assessed throughout the course across five areas: self-practice, teaching skills, anatomy + ayurveda, philosophy + psychology of yoga, and spirituality of yoga. Morning practice supports personal progress and ensures students can confidently demonstrate the asanas taught in the training. Teaching ability is evaluated through 12 supervised teaching sessions in small groups, and each trainee must teach at least two classes. There are also written exams in anatomy and philosophy. If needed, individual support is provided to help ensure a clear understanding of the material.

The ashram has been accredited as an RYS 200 and RYS 300 Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance USA since 2010. The certificate is valid for RYT registration with Yoga Alliance. During the final week, guidance is provided on registration, insurance, taxation, medical release forms, and the business side of teaching yoga.

Our Experience of Yoga Teacher Training in India

AyurYoga Eco-Ashram has been offering this training since 2010. By June 2024, 85 Yoga Teacher Training retreats had been completed in India, with more than 1,500 graduates from over 40 countries. The team has also taught 21 advanced 300-hour trainings, supporting 300+ teachers in deepening both teaching skills and self-practice.

The retreat environment is peaceful and safe for solo women, with healthy vegetarian food, vegan-friendly meals, and comfortable accommodation in nature. The program also stands apart for its emphasis on the spiritual side of yoga and its introduction to ayurveda.

Pricing for 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training in India:

Duration	Twin-Share Room	Private Room
28 days	$2,500	$2,800

Pricing includes :

• YTT Classes
• New Cotton Yoga Mat
• Books, Manuals & Neti pot
• 28 days of vegetarian meals and drinks
• 28 nights of Accommodation, with attached bathroom
• 1 GB of complimentary Wi-Fi
• Yoga Alliance Certification
• Evening Walks/meditation/mantra chanting/video shows
• 10% non-refundable deposit
• Transport / Flight Tickets.
• Payment processing fees charged by Payment Gateway / Currency Exchange fees.

Arrival & Departure

• Check In: By 11 am on Start Date. Orientation at 12 noon, Opening Ceremony at 5 pm. All meals included.
• Day-Off: 3 days are off (every seventh day).
• Check Out: By 2 pm of End Date. Includes morning Meditation, Yoga, Breakfast, Certification Ceremony, & Lunch.
• Additional days: It is possible to arrive/depart 1-2 days before the course start date, based on room availability. Additional days cost $50/day, includes all meals and drinks. If a yoga and meditation class is being offered, you’re welcome to join.

Cultural Trips

Cultural tours are organized every seventh day, during the day off from classes. The tour cost is not included in the course fee and is paid separately. Taxi costs range from $30 to $40 and can be shared with other students.