Himalaya Yoga Valley Centre (RYS 200) Teacher Training Course is an internationally accredited program with Yoga Alliance USA, Yoga Alliance UK, Yoga Alliance international and the International Yoga Federation. Graduates who successfully complete the program are eligible to become RYT’s ® (Registered Yoga Teachers). Our Teacher Training Course delivers a comprehensive, theoretical and practical hands on training program that includes Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, anatomy, Ayurveda, adjusting, sequencing, mantra chanting, meditation and other traditional and contemporary Yoga techniques.

Our training blends traditional Eastern teachings by Indian Masters of Yoga, Philosophy and Ayurveda combined with teachings from highly experienced and dynamic Western teachers. This marriage of backgrounds gives our students the opportunity to learn in an authentic Yoga setting whilst gaining the skills required to impart these teachings practically and relevantly in a global yoga environment.

Substantial emphasis is placed on analytic training on how to teach and practice these techniques as well as guided practice of the techniques. In conjunction, you will learn Patanjali’s Eight Limb yoga philosophy and how you can incorporate this into your own practice and day-to-day life. Daily chanting, meditation and pranayama provide spiritual structure and compliment the more physical practices of the curriculum.

The Curriculum takes you through the essential elements required to deepen and enrich your own yoga practice and to teach students with confidence. Our expert team of teachers will guide you from the fundamental stages to teaching with ease.

As director of Himalaya Yoga Valley and senior course instructor, Lalit is of the Himalayan Tradition; the tradition of the Swamis and the great Swami Rama, Founder of the Himalayan Institute of Yoga & Philosophy Sciences; followed by Swami Veda Bharthi, known as the great yogi. Lalit was initiated by Swami Veda Bharthi. Lalit has an approachable and down to earth teaching style and is passionate about passing on his traditional knowledge to students from around the world.

Himalaya Yoga Valley Teachers come from a rich variety of backgrounds and lineages; Our teachers use a modified primary Ashtanga series as a consistent and solid foundation from which students can develop their individual teaching style. With his background as an Iyengar student Lalit places strong emphasis on correcting alignment and maintaining integrity in asana as a both a trainee and teacher. During the course you will have the opportunity to apply these alignment techniques to your own practice and as a teacher. One of the most rewarding and popular aspects of our trainings is the focus placed on learning adjustments under the guidance of senior teachers. These adjustments are practiced throughout the training and benefit our graduate teachers greatly when they begin to teach back home.

The fundamental sequencing and mode of asana practice during the course is Ashtanga Flow. Students work from the Ashtanga modified primary series in order to develop confidence through an in depth knowledge of a specific set of postures. Trainees us this series as a solid platform to teach from and to develop their own unique styles utilizing the various traditions and techniques taught during the training. Our training has a holistic emphasis on learning by also incorporating other traditions and styles of yoga such as Iyengar, Hatha, Raja and Vinyasa Flow. Trainees are encouraged to bring their individual styles to the primary series. A training manual will be provided to support your lectures, practice and personal yoga development.

Our post course graduate teaching rate is extremely high due to our unique outcome based, progressive learning approach. Trainees start to teach under supervision from the start of week two. Trainees teach in a safe and supervised environment at this early stage so as to develop full confidence during the month and to find their teaching voice early on and to graduate at the highest standard possible having developed both their own practice and the in depth knowledge to teach at a professional level. To assist your yoga journey and emergence of your personal discoveries, students are encouraged to maintain a reflective journal for the duration of the Teacher Training. Competency for graduation as a yoga teacher will be assessed on class participation, written assessments and on -going observations during classes by our senior teachers.

For both beginner and seasoned practitioners this course will deepen and consolidate your practice and teaching style. We encourage aspiring teachers from all backgrounds, with all levels of experience to join the course. This fosters a dynamic environment reflective of that which will be in your future classroom setting.

Our Curriculum is developed from the Yoga Alliance 200 Hour Teacher Training Standards and includes the following subjects :

• Asana Techniques including training and practice in Bandhas, Pranayama, Kriyas, chanting and meditation
• Yoga philosophy of Eight Limbs of Ashtanga and Raja Yoga and Yoga Sutras
• Anatomy and Physiology including chakras, mudras, nadis and health benefits of yoga
• Ethics for Yoga Teachers
• Teaching Methodology including sequencing, adjusting , teaching standards, and teacher and learner styles
• Classroom Management
• Yoga Lifestyle
• Yoga Business management
• Introduction to Ayurveda

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Pre – requisites to enroll in the Teacher Training Course are; an open mind, commitment to learning, and motivation to become a worthy yoga teacher. A high level of self-discipline is required during the course as it is physically, mentally and spiritually demanding and also highly rewarding! If you are only joining the course to obtain a Certificate or to interrupt the momentum of the group because you are not ready to step outside your comfort zone then we recommend further personal development before applying.

We encourage students to apply for the course when they are fully ready on a holistic level and committed to meeting the challenges of the course and accepting the joys with an open heart. These are important attributes that will add to your learning experience during the course and also to the learning experience of your fellow students. Himalaya Yoga Valley has a wide range of support programs including art therapy in place for our students during the intensive period. The course is taught in English and we require that you are proficient in English to attend. We have guided hundreds of students with English as a second language through our training. Our team is always on hand to offer extra coaching as required.

For those of you already teaching, about to embark on your teaching journey or for those of you who have just discovered your enthusiasm for yoga; we welcome you to take this opportunity to experience a new depth of understanding and confidence through this authentic, traditional and comprehensive foundation Yoga Teacher Training Course.

Due to varying personal preferences and budgets we run non-residential TTC programs. There is a wide range of accommodation options to choose from where our trainings take place and our team are available to assist you connecting with local accommodation providers. Onsite accommodation is available at our Goa location dependent on availability at Oceanside Resort. Oceanside Resort offers basic bamboo hut style accommodation set in the coconut groves on site where the yoga shalla is located for the duration of the training. Oceanside is a two minute walk from the beach.

Students attending the Himalaya Yoga Valley TTC are offered a discounted rate by the management of Oceanside Beach Resort for the duration of the training period. Students will receive a detailed information pack including accommodation details and rates upon receipt of application. Students should also read our Q & A section for more information on accommodation. On site accommodation at Oceanside is limited and trainees are advised to book early. Students staying off site will be assisted by Himalaya Yoga Valley in sourcing and booking accommodation based on budget and personal preference.

2011 / 2012 PROGRAM DATES

Please note that all previous trainings have operated from a waiting list well in advance of course commencement. We advise aspiring trainees to submit applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.