Program

This yoga course will be an excellent opportunity to begin the journey of yoga practice to gain knowledge of a strong foundation on different aspects of yoga. For the promotion of positive health and prevention of lifestyle disorders through the intervention of a yogic lifestyle. The serene atmosphere of the Himalayas in India is a perfect place for enjoying the holidays which are coupled with the traditional knowledge of yoga for attaining peace of mind, positive health, and vibrancy in life.

This three-day "Releasing Your Emotional Blocks” yoga retreat in Rishikesh is designed to guide you out of this emotional clutter or blocks, which hinder your personal and spiritual growth. You will practice yoga and meditation, meet enlightened beings, and sit in sacred places while indulging in the richness of this amazing ancient land. This yoga retreat will expose you to several yoga styles including Hatha and Ashtanga. You'll also be able to learn and understand yoga and your own body and enjoy nature and the sound of the river.

Yoga teaching techniques

The yoga teaching techniques cover principles such as asana, pranayama, shatkarma, bandhas, mudras, meditation techniques, and mantra and chanting.

Asana is the yoga postures, pranayama is the breathing techniques, shatkarma is the cleansing techniques, bandhas is the locking of energy, and mudras is the channeling of energy.

You will also learn the benefits and contraindications of the yoga asanas which are the pranic energy channels of the body, the pancha koshas (sheath), the five elements of universe, and the seven chakras.

The Yogshala is exceptionally fortunate to have some of the greatest and eminent Gurus of International fame to share their valuable knowledge among ordinary people. They teach yoga as a powerful science to transform consciousness and the art of living life blissfully. In this school, people of different genre learn and practice yoga under the guidance of efficient yoga teachers.

The yogshala is certified and recognized worldwide through Yoga Alliance USA and covers 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Course. The school also provides an opportunity to practice the acquired skill towards the aim of a deeper connection with oneself as well as with students.

Teaching methodology

The objective and aim of this module is to learn the art of teaching as well as the business and marketing aspects of yoga.

This is done by cultivating good quality teaching like timing, class planning, intonation of voice, asana sequence, and the art of adjustment. The trainer will be refining your qualities to teach in small and big groups of students.

Benefits

• Top notch guest speakers that have a bucket full of knowledge
• Staff that are friendly and accommodating, where nothing is too much trouble
• An emphasis on some of the more Eastern practices (like pranayama, kriyas, yoga nidra, mantras)
• Deepen your yoga practice and take it to the next level
• Completely change your lifestyle with the delicious healthy organic food you’ll get during the entire training
• A supportive and encouraging environment that will leave you with wonderful friends from all over the world

Highlights

• Daily yoga session
• Daily meditation session
• 1 Himalayan sightseeing tour
• 2 nights' accommodation
• Daily vegetarian food
• Airport transfers