Aranyaka Yoga Foundation

500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Immerse Yourself in a Deeper, More Profound Yoga Experience

The Aranyaka Yoga Foundation offers an intensive 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training program in Rishikesh, spanning 50 days and 49 nights. This course is designed to provide a robust foundation for expanding both your yoga practice and understanding in a holistic manner. While modern yoga often emphasizes physical postures (“asanas”), this program seeks to balance that with a focus on other crucial aspects of yoga, including spirituality and personal development.

The curriculum encompasses a wide range of essential topics, such as pranayama, shat kriya, asana practices, yoga philosophy, anatomy, relaxation techniques (like Yoga Nidra), and meditation. Our training emphasizes Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and Hatha Yoga styles, ensuring a comprehensive approach to asana practice.

Students will engage in training six days a week, with one rest day dedicated to relaxation and exploration. This day off typically falls on a Sunday but may shift to a weekday during peak tourist seasons. On rest days, our school organizes half-day excursions to local holy sites, waterfalls, or cultural landmarks, enriching your experience in the spiritual heart of India.

Risk-Free Cancellation Policy in Case of Any Covid-19 Related Issues

500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Immerse Yourself in a Deeper, More Profound Yoga Experience

The Aranyaka Yoga Foundation offers an intensive 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training program in Rishikesh, spanning 50 days and 49 nights. This course is designed to provide a robust foundation for expanding both your yoga practice and understanding in a holistic manner. While modern yoga often emphasizes physical postures (“asanas”), this program seeks to balance that with a focus on other crucial aspects of yoga, including spirituality and personal development.

The curriculum encompasses a wide range of essential topics, such as pranayama, shat kriya, asana practices, yoga philosophy, anatomy, relaxation techniques (like Yoga Nidra), and meditation. Our training emphasizes Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and Hatha Yoga styles, ensuring a comprehensive approach to asana practice.

Students will engage in training six days a week, with one rest day dedicated to relaxation and exploration. This day off typically falls on a Sunday but may shift to a weekday during peak tourist seasons. On rest days, our school organizes half-day excursions to local holy sites, waterfalls, or cultural landmarks, enriching your experience in the spiritual heart of India.

Risk-Free Cancellation Policy in Case of Any Covid-19 Related Issues

Deep & Profound Yoga

Are you looking for deeper and profound yoga teachings, beyond the surface level yoga based only on physical postures?

Professional Trainers

Do you want a professional yoga teacher training for deep knowledge and skills to teach others with confidence?

Are you looking to deepen your yoga practice and become a certified yoga teacher? Divine Yoga Foundation’s 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training course in Rishikesh is the ideal opportunity for you. This program is perfect for those who:

  • Are interested in learning and studying yoga holistically from a solid foundation.
  • Seek to achieve a healthy lifestyle balance in both body and mind.
  • Are curious about self-discovery through yoga philosophy, meditation, and various practices.
  • Want to deepen their understanding and practice in a structured setting after years of casual study and practice.
  • Aim to establish a solid foundation in yoga, encompassing not only asanas but also its philosophy and other essential practices for future growth.
  • Aspire to become an internationally recognized yoga teacher and share their experience with others.

500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training :

Dive into the foundational asanas of Hatha and Vinyasa styles, focusing on alignment, breath coordination, and mindful movement to enhance your practice.

Explore various breathing techniques that promote energy flow, calm the mind, and support overall well-being, understanding their physiological and psychological benefits.

Learn about the energy locks used in yoga to control and direct energy within the body, enhancing your practice and deepening your understanding of internal alignment.

Experience profound relaxation techniques, including Yoga Nidra, to access deeper states of consciousness and facilitate restorative practices.

Engage in various meditation techniques to cultivate mindfulness, self-awareness, and inner peace, integrating them into your daily routine.

Gain insights into the anatomical and physiological aspects of yoga, understanding how the body functions and how to prevent injuries during practice.

  • Intro to Ayurveda
  •  Philosophy of Ayurveda: body and mind
  •  The concept of tri-dosha: vata, pitta, and kapha
  •  The concept of tri-gunas: sattva, rajas and tamas
  •  Ayurveda and the balanced and healthy nutrients diet
  •  Balance of the mind and body through proper diet as prescribed in Ayurveda

Course Curriculum

Delve into the foundational texts and teachings of yoga, exploring concepts such as the Yoga Sutras, the Eight Limbs of Yoga, and the ethical principles (Yamas and Niyamas) that guide practitioners.

Discover the significance of hand gestures and body positions that enhance the flow of energy in the body, promoting concentration and mindfulness during practice.

Learn about the power of sound vibrations through mantra chanting, exploring different mantras and their meanings to enrich your spiritual practice.

Understand and practice the six cleansing techniques that purify the body and mind, fostering overall well-being and enhancing your yoga practice.

Develop effective teaching skills, learning how to structure classes, communicate with students, and adapt practices to meet diverse needs, ensuring a supportive learning environment.

  • Class sequences
  •  Develop intention for classes
  •  Self-evaluation
  •  Assignments
  •  Practice teaching
  •  Feed back
  •  Group discussion
  •  Question & answer
  •  Home work

What Happens After the Yoga Teacher Training Course is Completed?

After completing your 500-hour yoga teacher training course, you’ll have several fulfilling paths to explore. Here are some options to consider:

Course Completion Requirements

Students must fulfill the following requirements during the course:

  • Weekly Assignments
  • Final Teaching Exam
  • Final Written Exam
  • Required 100% attendance
  • No violation of Code of Conduct and School Policy

Yoga Alliance Certification – RYS500

Upon successful completion of the 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training program and fulfillment of the specified teaching hour requirement by Yoga Alliance, you will be eligible for RYT-500 certification, granting you international recognition as a qualified yoga instructor.

 
 
 

500-hour Yoga Teacher Training: Daily Schedule

500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India: Course Dates

This 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh is a 50-day program that starts on the 2nd of every month and concludes on either the 20th or 21st of the following month. You can plan your enrollment in advance for any month that suits you. The upcoming dates for our 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course are:

COURSE DATE COURSE NAME
2nd January – 20th February
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd February – 23rd March
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd March – 20th April
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd April – 21st May
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd May – 20th June
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd June – 21st July
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd July – 20th August
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd August – 20th September
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd September – 21st October
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd October – 20th November
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd November – 21st December
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India
2nd December – 20th January
500 Hour YTTC in Rishikesh, India

Accommodation

The course fee for the Aranyaka Yoga Foundation’s Yoga Teacher Training program includes all essential components for a transformative experience. The fee covers accommodation, three vegetarian meals per day, yoga materials, and guided excursions. Whether you are seeking to deepen your practice or become a certified yoga teacher, our program offers a comprehensive, value-driven package that ensures a holistic learning journey. Please contact us directly for detailed pricing, special discounts, or payment plan options.
ACCOMMODATION TYPE PRICE PER PERSON
Shared Triplet Room
US $1700
Shared Twin Room
US $2380
Private Single Room
US $2890

Course Fee

  • Course Fees INCLUDE:
  • 49 nights non-AC Accommodation (AC available at additional cost)
  • Three vegetarian meals per day
  • Afternoon Tea (Masala Chai)
  • Weekly half-day excursions
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Yoga materials during class (i.e. yoga mat, block, belt, etc.)
  • Sightseeing near Rishikesh city on rest day (half-day trip)
  • Textbooks, printed study handouts and study manual
  • 500 Hours Course Certification from Yoga Alliance, USA
  • Course Fees DOES NOT INCLUDE:
  • Airport Transfer (available at additional charges)
  • Travel expenses (i.e. airfare, train, bus, taxi, etc.)
  • Laundry services (available at additional charges)
  • Extra nights beyond course dates (available at additional charges)
  • Extra excursion not organized by school
  • Air Conditioning / Heater (available at additional charges)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Medical Expenses
  • Other Personal Expenses

Refund Policy

The advance deposit is non-refundable. However, you can transfer your deposit to a future course if you notify us at least 7 days before the start date. Please refer to our Refund Policy for more details.

School Policy & Code of Conduct

By booking your course at Yoga Vidya Mandiram, you confirm that you have read and agreed to our School Policy and Code of Conduct. Please review these documents carefully.