A four-week residential training designed for certified Sivananda teachers, this immersive course deepens Vedanta, Raja Yoga, and sadhana within ashram life, and leads to Yoga Alliance RYT 300 and Acharya certification.

Advanced Sadhana Immersion
Strengthen your daily practice through a disciplined rhythm of asana, pranayama, meditation, and scriptural study.

In-Depth Yogic Studies
Gain a clearer philosophical foundation through close exploration of Raja Yoga, Vedanta, and related scriptures.

Refined Teaching Skills
Build greater confidence in guiding advanced students with safer sequencing, thoughtful adjustments, and clear instruction.

Upcoming Batches
August 1 to 30 2026

Single: CAD 4900
Single (shared bathroom): CAD 4500
Double: CAD 4400
Dorm: CAD 4000
Tent: CAD 3300

Curriculum
Grounded in the classical Sivananda Yoga tradition, the curriculum expands on the foundational teacher training and supports students in moving toward higher levels of self-discipline, philosophical insight, and teaching excellence through intensive study and practice.

Asana
The twelve basic postures in depth
Practice of classical advanced variations
Precise corrections
Deeper understanding of Hatha Yoga

Raja Yoga
In-depth study of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The mind, its mystery and control
Detailed study of the eight steps of Raja Yoga

Pranayama
Extended practice of anuloma viloma
Advanced pranayamas
Proper use of the bandhas

Anatomy and Physiology
Study of the nervous system, brain, endocrine glands and how they relate to the practice of asanas, pranayama and meditation

Sanskrit
In-depth study of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The mind, its mystery and control
Detailed study of the eight steps of Raja Yoga

Vedanta
The philosophical schools of India
Analogies of the supreme reality
Study of Vedantic meditation techniques
Explanation of Vedantic mantras

Bhakti Yoga
The nine types of bhakti
The five attitudes of devotion

Kirtan (Chanting)
Positive effects on the emotions
Correct pronunciation and mental attitude
Learning of classical Sanskrit songs

Proper Diet
Subtle aspects of the vegetarian diet
Proper nutrition according to the three dosha theory of Ayurveda

Schedule
04:30 am Wake up
05:00 am Pranayama-Class
06:00 am Satsang (meditation, chanting, lecture)
08:00 am Asana Class
09:00 am Anatomy & Physiology Class
10:00 am Brunch
11:00 am Karma Yoga
12:00 pm Raja Yoga or Sanskrit Class
02:00 pm Main Lecture on Vedanta
04:00 pm Advanced Asana Class
06:00 pm Dinner
08:00 pm Satsang (Meditation , Chanting , Lecture)
10:00 pm Lights out

Earn an internationally recognised qualification, including the 300-hour Yoga Alliance RYT certification, and position yourself as a confident, credible teacher ready to share yoga's life-changing benefits with students worldwide. Begin your journey today, enrol now, embrace your calling, and inspire others to discover their own path of wellness, peace, and personal growth.

Pre-requisites
A 200 hours TTC diploma from Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres & Ashrams.

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