Develop solid teaching foundations in the Himalayas with a structured 200 hour syllabus. Morning practice builds intelligent strength and mobility with breath led pacing and safe alignment. Daily pranayama and meditation cultivate focus and steadiness. Anatomy and injury awareness keep cues responsible, while philosophy connects tradition to modern life. Sequencing labs, cue crafting, and voice work grow clarity and confidence. You will teach regularly in mentored practicums and leave with class templates and a sustainable personal routine.
06:30 to 8:40 Morning Yoga Class
09:00 am - Breakfast
10:50 am to 11:50 am - Art of Teaching
12:00 am to 01:00 pm - Anatomy
01:00 pm - Lunch Break
02:50 pm to 03:50 pm - Yoga Philosophy
04:00 pm to 05:45 pm - Evening Yoga Class
06:00 pm - Meditation
07:00 pm - Dinner
During the 1st week Hatha yoga, traditional yoga and Iyengar yoga asana class is conducted to ensure students learn and fully understand basic asana/yoga poses. sun salutations, standing poses and the sequencing of a hatha yoga class is explained.
During the art of teaching students practice creating the space to teach, introducing a yoga class and teaching a class sun salution with 12 steps. Learning the fundamentals of teaching a selection of standing, sitting, twisting, backbending, inversions and restorative asana, their instructions and adjustments.
The focus on applying the four tools of teaching is central to the course, they are:
1. how demonstrate asana
2. how to instruct
3. How to offer adjustments to asana.
4 observation during teaching yoga
Students practice and teach each other in pairs, groups and whole class, throughout the course and each student is guided to find their own style.
Feedback is offered in different formats.
Anatomy:
We cover a thorough base of the musculoskeletal system, digestive system, breathing system and nervous system.
Philosophy:
Introduction to the history of yoga. The difference between hatha yoga, ashtanga, bhakti yoga, karma yoga.
The ashtanga yoga path starting with yama and niyama is covered. Patanjalis yoga sutra is studied. Nadis, chakras and the subtle body are explored.
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Students begin ashtanga yoga primary series, beginner vinyasa flow sequences. restorative and yin yoga classes are offered so students can rejuvenate their body from dynamic yoga practice.
On 2nd Saturday morning shat kriya or yogic cleansing practice; jala neti, sutra neti, kapal bhati, bhastrika, and nauli which help to turn our mind calm and take out all toxins from stomach.
Includes the second half of the ashtanga primary series, plus some advanced poses. More in-depth hands-on adjustment technique and use of props.
Art of teaching now focuses on preparing to teach, ethics, business and creating sequences. Students begin their preparation for their exams.
Our syllabus covers the following topics:
Students present their final teaching exam by teaching a class demonstrating all the 4 qualities they have now learnt . They complete a written exam. It is mandatory that all students must attend the entire course and all exams, receive feed back etc.
We end with a certificate ceremony and farewell.
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Yoga Teacher Training Dharamshala rooms are spacious and comfortable. The rooms are clean and simple in design, installed with double bed an...
During this teacher training, you will be served three daily meals Monday trough Friday and breakfast on Saturdays. The meals are freshly prepared with vegetarian ingredients in accordance with yogic traditions.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled. The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
by Mahinder Prasad
Mahi Yoga Centre is a tranquil yoga sanctuary situated near Rishikesh, nestled amidst forested hills by the Ganges. The centre specialises in traditional Hatha and Ashtanga yoga, guiding students through immersive retreats and teacher training programmes grounded in lineage-based practice and mindful living. Guests begin with personalised assessments and participate in morning and evening yoga sessions, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy classes delivered by experienced teachers. Accommodations are simple and comfortable, meals are vegetarian and sattvic, and group sizes remain small to ensure individual guidance. The natural, peaceful surroundings and rhythmic daily routine support deep internal connection and mental clarity. Mahi Yoga Centre is suited for aspiring teachers, seasoned practitioners, and anyone seeking authentic yogic immersion in a serene Himalayan setting.
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Please book a flight to Dharamshala Kangra Airport (DHM). Transfer from the airport is included.
Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
