300 Hour Teacher Training

This 300-hour teacher training is designed for intermediate and advanced practitioners who want to strengthen their teaching and explore yoga in greater depth. Building on the foundation of a 200-hour TTC, this advanced course expands your understanding, refines your practice, and supports the development of a more confident, inspired teaching style. It offers advanced knowledge and practical skills for teaching yoga with clarity and depth.

Highlights and Objectives of the course

• Build a consistent daily practice of kriyas, asanas, pranayama, bandha, mudras, and dhyana.
• Explore yoga anatomy and physiology in greater detail.
• Receive an introduction to structural yoga therapy.
• Study classical yoga philosophy through the Bhagavad Gita, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hathayoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita, and the Upanishads.
• Gain an introduction to ayurveda and marma points.
• Design and teach a 90-minute asana class to your peers, integrating these elements.
• Prepare and present a 30-minute talk on yoga-related topics such as marma points, ayurveda, yogic diet, anatomy, physiology, chakras, philosophy, and mudras.

Duration – 28 Days

Curriculum

Yoga Philosophy Sessions

Study the history and origins of yoga, along with an introduction to the Yoga Sutras and Yog Pradipika. The curriculum also includes an overview of six Indian philosophical systems, as well as yogic ideas, concepts, and hypotheses drawn from ancient scriptures.

Anatomy – Physiology & Psychology of Yoga practices

Gain a broad understanding of the human organism and its systems, with particular focus on the nervous, musculoskeletal, and respiratory systems. The training also covers immunity, practices that support its functioning, and the benefits and contraindications of yoga practices.

Asana Sessions

Practice Hatha yoga postures with alignment, adjustments, and modifications. Sessions include Sanskrit terminology, the benefits and contraindications of asana, the use of breath and specific bodily gestures, and the study and practice of different Sun Salutation styles and flow sequences.

Pranayama

Learn breathing techniques that support respiratory function and, in turn, the wider body systems. Topics include natural breath, slow rhythmic diaphragmatic breathing, breath regulation for stress-related concerns, and the importance of kumbhak, or breath retention, with its applications.

Mantra Sessions

Work with mantras and their voice modulations as a pathway toward transformation and self-realization, supporting the awakening of hidden aspects of the human organism.

Meditation Sessions

Develop the ability to observe yourself on different levels, both through guided and self-practice. You will also learn how to guide students, explore the connection between breath and meditative states, and study yoga nidra from beginner to advanced levels.

Teaching Methodology

Focus on the ethical guidelines of a yoga teacher, lesson planning, sequencing, class management, observation, demonstrations, assistance, corrections, and alignment concepts at every possible level.

Daily Schedule

• 05:30 am – Wake Up
• 06:00 am – Herbal Tea
• 06:15 am – Shatkarma/Yogic cleansing
• 06:30 am – Pranayama and Chanting
• 07:30 am – Yoga Asana
• 09:00 am – Breakfast
• 10:30 am – Yoga Anatomy
• 11:30 am – Yoga Philosophy
• 12:30 pm – Lunch
• 03:30 pm – Self practice / Group discussions
• 04:30 pm – Yoga Breathing | Yoga Nidra
• 05:00 pm – Hatha/Ashtanga Yoga Asana
• 06:45 pm – Pranayama | Meditation
• 07:15 pm – Dinner
• 10:45 pm – Lights Out

Please note: discipline is an essential part of the evaluation and certification process. Attendance at all classes is mandatory. If an emergency requires leave, students must consult the relevant faculty before class. Any absence without permission will be treated as indiscipline and may affect both studentship and certification. Any schedule changes will be announced in advance, and timings may vary according to the seasons.

Course Fee (300 hours teacher training) – Yoga Alliance Certified

• $1800 (shared accommodation on twin sharing basis)
• $2050 (private accomodation)

Batch size – 24

To reserve a spot, a $300 payment is required, with the remaining balance payable upon arrival at the school. Course fees are non-refundable. Various payment methods are accepted, including net banking as mutually convenient. Credit or debit card transactions made upon arrival at the school will incur a 3% tax on the course fee.

What does the course fees include??

• 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
• 28 Nights Accommodation
• Daily Nutritious vegetarian meals and herbal tea
• Weekend excursions
• Course materials will be provided (Note Book, Study Material, Yoga Mat, Cleansing kit)

General Rules

• Silence should be maintained between 10 PM until the morning.
• Regular home work should be completed.
• All classes are mandatory to attend unless you are ill.
• As a part of the evaluation procedure there will be an assessment for certification.
• SRI reserves the right to disqualify any students at anytime during the course for misconduct.
• Eating and drinking (anything other than water) is NOT ALLOWED in the yoga halls.
• Use of electronic gadgets (i.e., mobile phones, laptops, tablets) during lectures is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
• During asana practice leave all jewelry, books, extra clothing, book bags and purses in your room. Only yoga mat and water bottles permitted in yoga hall.
• Management expects all students to clear your practice space immediately following your practices.