29 Day 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

The Himalayan Yoga Association offers a comprehensive 29-day Advanced 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training program in Rishikesh, registered with Yoga Alliance USA. This course delves deeply into the advanced teachings of traditional Ashtanga, Hatha, and Vinyasa Flow Yoga, catering especially to those who have already laid the foundational layer of their yoga practice through a 200-hour teacher training program approved by Yoga Alliance.

Designed for both seasoned practitioners and teachers aiming to elevate their expertise to the next level, this 300-hour course spans 29 days, fulfilling the requisite 300 instructional hours for the Yoga Alliance RYT-500 certification. It is an invitation not just to those seeking certification but also to individuals deeply immersed in their yoga journey, aspiring to achieve a higher understanding of yoga for the purpose of sharing its transformative power worldwide.

Yoga Course Highlights

• The course curriculum encompasses advanced yoga practices, including sophisticated asanas, pranayama techniques, philosophy, anatomy and physiology, yoga therapy, and meditation.
• It is ideally suited for individuals eager to explore profound questions about life, self-awareness, the purpose of life, and the essence of compassion, love, and sharing through the lens of yoga.
• Asana practice within the course is designed to be physically demanding, balanced thoughtfully with intellectual aspects, meditation, and pranayama techniques to ensure a holistic training experience.
• Prospective students are encouraged to integrate yoga into their daily routines ahead of the course to prepare both mind and body for the advanced training ahead.
• Emphasizing yoga as the ultimate pursuit for health and true wealth, the course advocates for patience, persistent practice, and the intrinsic value of yoga in one's life.
• This advanced training program is a profound opportunity for personal growth and professional development in the art and science of yoga, set in the spiritual backdrop of Rishikesh, nurturing a space for learners to explore and embody the depth of yoga practices.

Food and Accommodation

Following Sattvic diet
The good news for yogis is that Sattvic foods are absolutely vegetarian! Thus no animals are harmed in the making of such foods as they do not contain any animal products. These foods should be naturally cultivated and should not include any harmful preservatives, additive substances or artificial flavors.

What does a Sattvic diet or Food consist of?
A sattvic diet generally includes:

• Fresh, organically grown fruits and vegetables
• Nuts and whole grains
• Dairy-based foods, for example, ghee (clarified butter) and milk
• Lentils
• Beans
• Oils that are plant-based
• Foods with mild sweetness containing natural and unrefined sugars
• Spices such as turmeric, ginger, coriander, basil, and cinnamon