This 100-hour children yoga training retreat in Rishikesh, India offers a structured and practical introduction to yoga teaching with a strong focus on children. The program covers both theory and practice, helping participants understand how to guide yoga for children of different age groups, with attention to their physical, emotional, and developmental needs. It is open to anyone who wishes to teach yoga to children.

Inclusions

10 nights of accommodation in shared accommodation or private rooms
Retreat materials, including books, notebook, pen, and Jala Neti pot
Retreat training
Private yoga consultation on request
Vegetarian meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus Wi-Fi

Exclusions

Flight tickets
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Longer tours and trips in the area
Travel and cancellation insurance
Medical assistance and personal requirements

Why choose us

Our yoga courses and retreats follow a traditional, yogic lifestyle approach. We stay rooted in authentic schools of yoga and spirituality such as Ramakrishna Mission, Sri Aurobindo Society, Yogoda Satsang Society of India, Bihar School of Yoga, and others. We do not teach modern trends such as Iyengar, Ashtanga, Acro, Yin, Vikram, Power, or similar styles. Drawing on our educational and cultural background, we offer a safe, relaxed, and supportive environment where students can learn, heal, and grow. Compassion, kindness, and love are at the heart of our teaching, and we provide strong pre- and post-course support for your questions and growth.

Special features

The program prepares participants to teach yoga to children of different age groups.
It helps students understand how yoga for children can be brought into daily life.
It builds a foundation for a healthier, calmer, and more peaceful lifestyle through yoga.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the training, students will receive a certification for the 100-hour children yoga training retreat.

Eligibility

Participants should already have experience with yoga practices and have completed another yoga training, such as a 200-hour YTTC. They should be able to understand children’s feelings, emotions, and needs, and have a genuine interest in the art of teaching yoga to children. Good English skills are required, as this is the language of instruction. Sound physical and mental health is also necessary; if there is any health issue, it should be shared with the school before registration. A sincere motivation toward yoga for children and yogic culture is also important.

Curriculum

1. Techniques, Training and Practice

Hatha yoga asana, including basic postures, preparatory movements, standing, supine, prone, backward, forward, spinal twist, inversion, and balance practices designed for children
Pranayama with special guidance for children
Mudra practices
Bandha practices
Satkarma purification practices, including Jala Neti
Meditation practices such as Yoga Nidra, yogic breathing with awareness, body stillness, natural breath awareness, peace awareness, feelings awareness, mantra awareness, body awareness, symbol awareness, chakra awareness, and self-awareness
Karma Yoga, with participation as required during the retreat

2. Teaching Methodology

This section includes class design for children, how to teach different yoga practices, how to become a good yoga teacher, ethical guidelines, communication skills, time management, demonstration principles, assistance, awareness, correction, teaching styles, specific needs of children in a yoga class, and business aspects of yoga teaching.

3. Anatomy and Physiology

Modern human anatomy and physiology, including the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, endocrine, reproductive, and nervous systems
Yoga anatomy and physiology, including the three bodies, five elements, five kosha, nadi, chakra, and kundalini
A holistic approach to yoga for internal growth and development

4. Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle and Ethics for Yoga Teachers

This module covers yoga philosophy, way of living, the true meaning of religion, reflections on great gurus, childhood, women’s health and hygiene, motherhood, caring for children according to a yogic lifestyle, ethics for a yoga teacher, and ethical guidelines as both an individual and a teacher.

5. Practicum

Participants will practice teaching in groups as lead instructors, observe and assist others, focus on specific practices, and compile feedback.

Duration

The program lasts 10 days; including the arrival day, the total stay becomes 11 days.

Schedule

The daily schedule is tentative and may change as needed. Classes are held 6 days a week.

6.30am to 7am – Herbal tea/drink
7am to 8.30am – Hatha yoga asana, pranayama, other practices, and relaxation
8.30am to 9.30am – Breakfast
10am to 11am – Anatomy
11.15am to 12.15pm – Yoga philosophy
12.15pm to 1pm – Personal cleaning and Karma Yoga
1pm to 2pm – Lunch
3.30pm to 4.30pm – Meditation and relaxation, professional essentials, practicum, and yoga business tools
5pm to 6.30pm – Asana alignment and adjustments with theory and practical teaching
6.30pm to 7.30pm – Dinner
7.30pm to 8.30pm – Kirtan, chanting, and video show, optional
9pm – Bed time

How to Arrive

New Delhi International Airport is around 240 kilometers from Rishikesh, while Jolly Grant Domestic Airport in Dehradun is about 20 kilometers away. Cab and car services are available from both airports. The drive from Delhi takes around 6 hours, and from Dehradun around 40 minutes. If needed, your journey to the school in Rishikesh can be organized at a reasonable fare.

How to Register

To register, check availability first. If a place is available, you will be asked to complete the online registration form. A non-refundable deposit is then required to confirm your place in the retreat.

A non-refundable deposit of 300 Euro for international students and INR students, or 20,000 INR for Indian students, plus transaction charges/commissions, is required to confirm registration. The remaining payment can be made after arrival. Cancellation of registration is not available, so please decide carefully before making the deposit.

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