Yoga Alliance USA · RYS 300 · RYT 500 Eligible
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
Vishwa Shanti Yoga School offers 300 Hour residential Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh to those who have already completed their Level One Yoga certification (RYT 200) from a school registered with Yoga Alliance USA. This 30-day intensive residential course takes individuals into a deeper understanding of yogic philosophy and offers advanced asanas, refined alignment and adjustment techniques.
Our course curriculum for 300 hour yoga Teacher Training exposes participants to deeper studies of yoga philosophy; advanced yoga anatomy and physiology; more practical classes with advanced intensive teaching on yoga asana, pranayama, meditation, kriya, mudra, yog nidra leading to deeper understanding of the same; and daily strict practice of yama, niyama and dhairya. On completion, you will be able to register with Yoga Alliance USA as RYT 500.
Course Dates 2023
| Date | Early Bird Fee | Regular Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 01 Mar – 31 Mar 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Apr – 30 Apr 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 May – 31 May 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Jun – 30 Jun 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Jul – 31 Jul 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Aug – 31 Aug 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Sep – 30 Sep 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Oct – 31 Oct 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Nov – 30 Nov 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
| 01 Dec – 31 Dec 2023 | US$ 1,449 | US$ 1,749 |
Contact us for upcoming 2024–2025 batch dates.
Daily Schedule
Note: This is a sample schedule — subject to change depending on season, teacher availability and other circumstances.
| 06:30 – 07:00 | Shatkarma (Yogic Cleansing) |
| 07:00 – 08:30 | Asana (Yoga Postures) |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Breakfast |
| 10:30 – 11:45 | Yoga Philosophy |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:30 – 15:00 | Yoga Anatomy |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Self Study |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Alignment & Adjustment |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Meditation / Pranayama / Yog Nidra |
| 19:00 onwards | Dinner / Free Time / Rest |
300 Hour Yoga TTC Syllabus
As per Yoga Alliance USA, techniques, training and practice; teaching methodology; anatomy and physiology; yoga philosophy, lifestyle and ethics for yoga teachers plus practicum are the five important subjects covered in 300 hour yoga teacher training.
Shatkarma – Advanced Kriyas
Advanced practice of yogic cleansing techniques for purifying the body and preparing for higher states of practice.
- Jala Neti (nasal cleansing)
- Sutra Neti
- Vaman Dhuti
- Agnisara Kriya
- Vatkrama Kapalbhati
- Shankhaprakshalana (full intestinal wash)
- Trataka (eye gazing)
Advanced Pranayama
Deep extension of all 200hr pranayama techniques with bandha integration.
- All 200hr pranayamas (deepened)
- Kumbhaka (breath retention) techniques
- Moola Bandha with pranayama
- Uddiyana Bandha with pranayama
- Jalandhara Bandha with pranayama
- Kevala Kumbhaka
- Pratiloma Viloma
- Advanced Kapalabhati sequences
- Pranayama ratios & timings
Advanced Yoga Philosophy
Deep philosophical study covering all major yogic texts and systems of Indian philosophical thought.
- Bhagavad Gita – in-depth study
- Upanishads (Mandukya, Kena, Isha)
- Samkhya Philosophy
- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali – all 4 chapters
- Hatha Yoga Pradipika – detailed study
- Gheranda Samhita
- Tantra & Kundalini theory
- Nada Yoga (yoga of sound)
- Karma, Jnana & Bhakti – advanced
- Vedantic Philosophy
Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
- Applied anatomy in advanced asanas
- Fascial system & yoga
- Nervous system depth study
- Endocrine system & yoga hormones
- Injuries – prevention & therapeutic yoga
- Chakras – psycho-physiological correlates
- Ayurvedic anatomy (doshas, dhatus)
- Contraindications for advanced practices
- Yoga therapy for common ailments
Advanced Asana Sessions
Advanced asana sessions with deeper exploration of alignment and adjustment in complex postures.
- Advanced Sirshasana variations
- Scorpion Pose (Vrischikasana)
- Eka Pada Chakrasana
- Advanced backbends
- Lotus variations
- Arm balances
- Inversions & dropbacks
- Yin Yoga sequences
- Restorative Yoga
- Ashtanga Vinyasa – intermediate series
- Teaching adjustments in advanced poses
- All 200hr asanas refined
Advanced Alignment & Adjustment
- Partner & hands-on adjustments – all poses
- Prop use for advanced practice
- Trauma-informed adjustments
- Reading student body patterns
- Sequencing advanced classes
- Injury management in class
- Verbal cueing for advanced students
Advanced Meditation & Mantra
- Trataka meditation
- Yoga Nidra – advanced protocols
- Chakra meditation
- Nada Yoga meditation
- Visualization techniques
- Silent meditation retreat (1 day)
- Advanced mantra chanting
- Bhajan & kirtan practice
Advanced Teaching Methodology
- Teaching advanced students
- Private class & one-on-one sessions
- Workshop design & sequencing
- Business of yoga – ethics & marketing
- Online yoga teaching techniques
- Trauma-informed teaching
- Language & voice modulation
- Assessment & giving feedback to students
Course Fee Includes
- Private room with hot shower & Wi-Fi
- All meals (vegetarian / Sattvic)
- Yoga mats & props
- Study materials & textbooks
- Yoga Alliance USA RYT 500 eligible certificate
- Placement assistance
- Airport pickup assistance
Course Details
- Duration: 30 Days
- Level: Intermediate to Advanced
- Language: Hindi / English
- Module: Residential with Meals
- Certification: RYT 500 Eligible (Yoga Alliance USA)
- Style: Hatha Yoga
- Starts: Every Month
- Prerequisite: RYT 200 Certification