Anatomy & Physiology A basic knowledge of various body systems.
Functioning of various organs and other systems which are affected by yoga
practices. Health benefits of yoga techniques, precautions / contraindications
are covered in this lectures and also in practical Yoga sessions.
Yoga Teaching Methodology includes session / lesson planning, educational
techniques to teach principles of Yoga, practitum in teaching yoga,
understanding, correcting, assisting, encouraging, caring and guiding the
progress of students in yoga. Program also includes ethical guidelines or ethics
for Yoga teacher.
Sanskrit training includes chanting, Mantra,
Asanas, Pranayama, and other Yoga words.
Examination for Practical Training, Theory Assignments on Anatomy &
Physiology, Ashtanga Yoga, Teaching Methodology, Individual Education, Practical
Lesson examination (Examination of Teaching Yoga).
Ayurveda - Introduction to Ayurveda that is science of life, Indian
traditional science of healthy life style, medicines and herbs.
Locations - We offer courses in multiple locations in India and abroad with centres in Singapore and Thailand.
Lodging & boarding Charges - USD $ 650 or EURO € 500 or Pound Sterling £ 410
2.
Course fees - USD $ 200 or EURO € 150 or Pound Sterling £ 125
Including course material, syllabus books & other material)
3.
Registration fees - US $ 100 or EURO € 75 or Pound Sterling £ 65 (Registration
fee is Non refundable)
Total Fees -USD $ 950 (650 + 200 + 100) or EURO € 725 (500 + 150 + 75) or Pound
Sterling £ 600
Fees can be paid with any of the following ways
1.
Cash Currency - USD $, Sterling £ , Euro €, Canadian Dollar, Singapore Dollar,
Australian Dollar, Yen ¥ or
Indian Rupees Rs (INR)
2.
Travellers Cheques or Online payment with Credit Card or Debit card (Visa &
Master Card)
Note - Foreign currency exchange is available at request.
Curriculum or Content of the Program
Yoga Teacher Training, Certification Program For Beginners Duration - 200 - Hour
(Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation Training / Teaching Techniques / Philosophy /
Applications of Yoga / Yoga Therapy) Program - 28 days or 4 weeks
Curriculum / Contents / Syllabus
Basic & Preparatory movements-More than 30 basic and
preparatory movements to warm up the body, muscles and align the joints are
taught in the program. These movements help prevent injuries during difficult
yoga poses. Click to
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Yoga poses / Asana / Yoga
positions - Yoga teacher training program includes about 90 different yoga
poses starting with poses for beginners and intermediate level and some advance
poses are included but it is for those who can do it easily. Click
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Different Types of Yoga (Karma Yoga / Bhagwad Gita, Bhakti Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Swara Yoga, kundalini
Yoga, Chakra).
Ayurveda - Introduction to
ayurveda, ayurveda body types, ayurveda diet.
Yoga Lifestyle.
Human Anatomy & Physiology - A basic knowledge of various body systems including
respiratory, digestive, excretory, blood circulatory, nervous, musculoskelet,
reproductive & endocrine systems. Functioning of various organs, endocrine
glands and other systems which are affected by yoga practices. Health benefits
of yoga techniques, precautions / contraindications are covered in this lectures
and also in practical Yoga sessions.
Micro lessons 12 Hours (practical session of teaching the techniques with
feedback)
Trial Lesson 4 hours per student (Yoga session conducted by student)
Lesson Examination 1 hour per student
This includes practical training, micro teaching lessons, practice sessions,
workshops, Yoga lesson planning, Yoga education system, self study, Yoga class
coordination, managing your Yoga class etc.
Examination: Practical Asana Assessment 300 marks, 4 written assignments each 50
marks, final lesson exam 200 marks (Yoga Teaching examination)
The program is recognized by the Indian Government (Government of India).
Yoga Vidya Gurukul is affiliated to YCMOU
(A Government of India University) to run the Diploma courses in Yoga.
Yoga Vidya Gurukul is recognized as Yoga & Yoga therapy research organization by
University of Pune (A Government of India University).
Certification to the successful student entitles them to teach in any part of
the world.
Many insurance companies all over the world have been providing liability &
professional indemnity insurance to our yoga teachers as our teachers become a
member of Yoga teacher association of Yoga Vidya Gurukul after completing the
course.
Venue of Course -
Vishwa Yoga Darshan is the perfect place for you to practice
yoga and live healthy life style. It is situated in the mountain range of
Sahyadri. The ashram is surrounded by fascinating
landscapes and natural beauty. It is an ideal location away from the city
and stressful modern life.
The new ashram has become popular as it offers a stress free Yoga lifestyle in a
natural environment. The ashram is in the vicinity of Lord Trimbakeshwara, one
of the 12 most important and auspicious Shiva Temples in India. Lord Shiva is
the origin of Yoga Tradition and this makes the location of the ashram more
significant. Millions of devotees visit the Shiva temple annually. The
surrounding mountains are considered heaven for Yogis, allowing them to perform
Yoga & Mediation practices.
Yoga & Meditation facilities, medical facilities including
emergency services are also provided. Herbal treatment to various problems is
also provided to the students.
Lodging / Accomodation
The ashram provides lodging facilities to students. A student is provided with an
independent compartment in a house. Every house has 4 compartments. A bed,
mattress, blankets, sheets and pillow are also provided, the house is self
contained with an attached toilet block.
Hot water is available for 24 hours in every bathroom.
An independent wardrobe with a locker with key is provided to every student.
A laundry service is available in the ashram at cost (The Ashram includes washing
machines & hot air dryers.)
Clean and simple arrangements are provided.
We are not registered with Yoga Alliance.
Note - Staying arrangements for Ladies and Gents are different.
The daily diet consists of various seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Herbal drinks are provided instead of tea and coffee.
The food supplied is strictly organic and minimally processed. We place great
emphasis on maintaining a highly nutritional and balanced diet.
The diet is suitable for all, however if a student has any allergies then their
needs will be catered for.
Water - We provide mineral / purified water to all
our students for drinking purposes.
Note - Complete silence is maintained in the dining room during the
meals.
Library A good collection of books in the library is a valuable
resource to aspiring Yoga students. It includes various books on Yoga,
Meditation, Tantra, Vedas, Upanishadas, Indian philosophies, Ayurveda,
naturopathy etc.
Personal Guidance
Personal guidance for medical problems using Yoga Techniques, Herbals
and Ayurveda techniques is available for all the students.
Store The store provides the following services at cost
Books and CD's on Yoga
Various Yoga Accessories (Including mats, T Shirts etc.)
Soaps, shampoos, Stationary, Incense sticks
Medicines, Mosquito repellents
Foreign currency exchange
Assistance in Train / Flight reservations
International Phone call facility
Note - We do not have Internet facility in the ashram.
Internet is available in Nasik city, on the weekly off when students can go to
town. Internet is available on cell phones and other wireless internet devices
as there is reception of all cell / mobile phone companies.
Daily Schedule
Teacher Training (Residential) Course Daily Schedule
05:00 am Wakeup Time
05.45 am to 06.00 am Mantra Chanting
06.00 am to 08.00 am Yoga Practice (Asana & Pranayama)
08:00 am to 09:00 am Karma Yoga (Selfless Service)
09:00 am to 09:30 am Breakfast / Snacks
10:00 am to 10:45 am Yoga Nidra / Theory lecture I
11:15 am to 12:00 pm Theory lecture II
12:15 am to 01:00 pm LUNCH
01:00 pm to 03:00 pm Resting Time (Self Study)
03:00 pm to 03:15 pm Herbal Drink
03:15 pm to 04:00 pm Theory Lecture III
04:15 pm to 06:00 pm Yoga Practice (Asana & Pranayama)
06:45 pm to 07:15 pm Mantra chanting / meditation
07.30 pm to 08:00 pm DINNER
08:15 pm to 09:00 pm Sanskrit Training / Meditation / Yoga Songs (Bhajans) /
Group
Please refer to the
FAQ
page if you have any further questions.
What to Bring?
Clothing - Loose & comfortable clothes for summer & warm ones for winter. Note -
You are kindly requested to wear T-shirts / shirts covering the shoulders and
long pants below the knees.
Receipt of Online registration fee (If you have paid it via Internet payment
gateway)
Photos - 4 passport size photos & 4 photocopies of your passport and Indian visa.
Valuables - You can bring valuables at YOUR OWN RISK. A laptop may be useful but
we are not responsible for any loss or damages. Lockers are supplied where you
can keep your valuables safely. The Ashram has its own secutiry service.
Yoga Mats - Please bring your own mats. You can buy mats in the shop. Also Ashram
can provide mats at No extra cost.
Miscellaneous - Your own medicines & personal toileteries.
Rules And Regulation of Ashram
Rules for Participants
Please note that you are entering an Yoga Ashram, which is a new experience.
The rules should be followed so as to get the maximum benefit of this
environment and make your experience more enjoyable.
Yoga is a discipline of body, mind and spirit. Keeping in view, the rules and
regulations are made to enhance the quality of the mind. They are a part of the
Yogic lifestyle.
1.
After the admission, participants cannot leave the campus (except for 1 weekly
off). In case of emergency, written permission from the Course Coordinator is
required.
2.
No friends or relatives are allowed to stay with the participants without any
prior permission.
3.
Alcohol, tobacco or other drugs / steriods / smoking etc are strictly not
allowed in the Ashram Premises during the stay in the ashram. (This behaviour
may invite strict action against the persons violating this rule.)
4.
For getting the best results from the practice of yoga, the course schedule and
diet is specifically organised; the participants are requested to adjust to this
environment as quickly as possible.
5.
Participants must follow the timetable and attend all sessions, lectures and
other activities.
6.
Please don't bring valuables, if necessary Yoga Vidya Dham can keep them safely
for you during the course.
7.
If you are physically unwell, you are requested to contact the Resident
Medical Officer immediately.,
8.
You can bring your medicines and continue personal treatment but it is advisable
to inform the medical officer or your class teacher about your ailment &
treatment.
9.
In the case of major health problems initial treatment will be provided by the
medical officer. Any further treatment required during the course will have to
be managed from external medical experts on your own.
10.
Necessary food arrangements are made in the institute and no external food is
allowed. The food in the institute is strictly vegetarian. To experience the
good effects of the Yogic lifestyle please do not have anything from outside to
eat.
11.
There is complete silence during the meals.
12.
Seva Yoga / Karma Yoga is practiced for 1 hour a day.
Course Coordinator reserves the right to enforce any other necessary
rules as well as the above rules.
What is seva yoga / Karma yoga?
Seva is serving others and helping others with
compassion. Serving is not for personal gratification but to uplift others. Seva
is an offering. When an action contains your best thoughts and feelings, your
love and affection, sympathy and compassion, and when it uplifts others, that is
seva. In the course of time seva becomes a way of life. Living for others
becomes a way of life, not living for oneself.
Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati
Healthy individuals (physically + mentally) with no experience of yoga. Minimum
age is 18 years and the maximum age is 50 years. For students over the age of 50
a fitness certificate is necessary.
This course is NOT for someone who is looking for Yoga Holidays or just some
Asana practice. This is a full time course for understanding the Yoga Lifestyle
& yourself.
Yoga practitioners who have been doing yoga and want to become teachers.
Yoga aspirants who want to learn the INDIAN TRADITIONAL YOGA & techniques to
teach the same.
If you are expecting modified versions of physical exercises in the name of Yoga
then this is not the school for you.
You should apply only if you are willing to follow the rules and regulations of
the ashram.
Note - The culture in the ashram is different from a holiday resort or summer
camp.
How to Register / How to Apply?
You can fill up the registration form by
clicking the link next to the course
date. If you can not find the form then please send email to yoga@yogapoint.com or yogapoint108@gmail.com. After
acceptance of the form, you will be asked to pay a registration fee (Non
refundable). The remaining fee can be deposited when the student comes for the
course.
Note - If you do not receive any answer in 7 days, you may
call on +91 9822770727
Yoga Vidya Gurukul
village Talwade, Trimbak, Nasik
Maharashtra,India.
Address of Institute office in Nasik Yoga Vidya Dham, Kaivalya Nagari,
College Road, Nashik - 422005. Maharashtra, India. Phone - +91-9822770727 (for courses in ENGLISH)
+91-253-2318090 (For courses, in HINDI or MARATHI)
(Please call during 9.00 AM to 5 PM Indian Time) E-mail - yoga@yogapoint.co
or yogapoint108@gmail.com
Nasik city is 170 KM from Mumbai (formerly Bombay)
Nasik is about 1800 Ft or 580 Metres above sea level.
Regular Trains, Bus
Service and Taxi services are available to reach Nasik. We can also provide
an airport pickup service directly to our ashram. click for more details
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