This 4-month course is a profound experience that helps to establish a firm foundation of inner discipline. The Teachers Training Course (TTC) is an intensive and transformative experience. Our course is proven to be unique as it offers:
Different paths of yoga as described in Bhagwad Geeta and the Yoga-Sutra are taught and discussed. The latter is one of the most important texts and a foundation for Yoga Philosophy. A study of these texts is necessary because it is relevant even today to the extent that the philosophy contains solutions to modern-day needs of mind management too.
This module of the course is an introduction to human body and systems. They are learnt with reference to yogic practices. More specifically, the respiratory, musculo-skeletal and nervous systems are studied with an aim to understand the effects of asana and Pranayam on major body systems. The effect of diet, fasting and nutrition on our health will be touched upon too.
Through the four months, you will receive practical and theoretical training in yoga postures. The all-important alignments and postural physiology with reference to asana are an important aspect of these sessions. Through use of props, you will also learn how to modify and adapt postures to the needs of your future students. Among other asanas, you will learn how to teach Surya Namaskar.
Yogic breathing practices play a major role in the holistic health of a human being. The theory and practical Pranayam techniques are taught with reference to the impact on human anatomy and physiology. Included in this module this module are also various other techniques such as kriyas, relaxation techniques, chanting, mudras, introduction to meditation.
eaching is very different from practicing. You will learn the appropriate approach, attitude and mindset to be an effective teacher. You will also receive class management and session planning skills.
Through a topic of your choice, you will work on deepening your understanding of Yoga theory, philosophy and practice as applied to that topic. In the past, students have worked on topics such as Yoga for mountaineers, Yoga for kids, and Yoga during menstruation. This can be your chance to apply Yoga to your passion. Students will have ample opportunity for self-practice and practice teaching skills.
