IYA Teacher Training Course
Take the next stride in your Yogic journey with our Certificate Course in Yoga Teacher’s Training (Yoga TTC). This specialized training program opens the doors to becoming a certified Yoga teacher, providing you with the necessary skills and knowledge to guide others on their own transformative paths. Discover more about this foundational teacher’s training course in Yoga.
Aim of Certification: Setting Global Standards
The primary objective is to cultivate Yoga professionals who meet minimum common standards of knowledge and expertise, regardless of their certifying institute. The standards established through this certification will serve as the global hallmark of Yoga excellence.
Certification Benefits: Your Gateway to Opportunities
Upon successful completion, you will receive the prestigious Indian Yoga Association permanent certificate (IYA), a complimentary Yoga Professional membership with IYA, and eligibility to appear for the Yoga Certification Board (YCB) Exam by the Government of India. This certification not only recognizes your achievement but also opens up a myriad of job and service opportunities.
Advantages for Certified Members: Visibility and Opportunities
Being certified under the IYA scheme is advantageous as the association maintains a comprehensive portal on its website listing certified Yoga professionals. This visibility enhances your chances of securing meaningful employment and service opportunities.
Job Avenues:
Certified Yoga Professionals can lead sessions on the basics of Yoga and the Common Yoga Protocol on International Day of Yoga, contributing to disease prevention and health promotion. Additionally, they can conduct Yoga practices and classes in diverse settings such as parks, societies, and residential welfare associations.
Role of Indian Yoga Association: Upholding Quality Education
IYA plays a pivotal role by providing syllabi for various courses and accrediting member institutes to conduct these programs. Swaraj Yoga Institute & Wellness Retreats proudly stands as an accredited member for this course. Certificates issued by our institute are permanent, with periodic audit checks conducted by IYA to ensure quality standards.
Program Details: Crafting Your Yogic Path
Offline Duration: Four weeks of full-time training at the Dharamshala campus.
Maximum Group Size: Limited to 10 participants.
Start Dates: Commencing on the 1st of every month from April to October for the years 2023 and 2024. (No teacher training in July due to the monsoon.)
End Date: 27 days after the start date.
Online Mode: Customized to cater to your schedule and needs.
Join us on this empowering journey to become a certified Yoga teacher. Enroll now in our Certificate Course in Yoga Teacher’s Training and step into a new realm of possibilities.
Course Highlights
- 200 hr IYA Yoga Teacher Training Course-Online and Offline modules
- You become eligible for YCB Ministry of Ayush Govt of India Exam Level 1-Yoga protocol Instructor too
- Live sessions by a certified professional faculty
- Available for national and international students
- Accommodation available for international and national students
- Learn while enjoying a natural living experience of the yogic lifestyle
- Live online sessions will be held over Zoom, Google Duo or Microsoft Teams
- For Online sessions’ time zone: Dharamshala, India (India Standard Time, GMT 5.5)
- English instruction. Hindi, Himachali, Punjabi language can be provided if needed.
- Course can start as soon as you sign up
- Self-paced is possible upon discussion with the teacher
Yoga styles
- Hatha Yoga
- Traditional Yoga
- Ashtanga Yoga
- Special sessions on Kurunta (Rope)Yoga (inspired By Iyengar )
Eligibility – 10th Std & 18 Years of Age
Duration – 200 Hours
Practical : Theory = 60 : 40 I.E. 120 Hours: 80 Hours
Minimum Contact Hours = 80% IE. 160 Hours
Practical – Total Contact hours = 96 Hours
Theory – Total Contact Hours = 64 Hours
Syllabus—Theory Topics
| Section 1 Philosophy | Bhagavad Gita |
| Indian Philosophy | 39. Name of Author |
| 1. Astika&NastikaDarsanas (Classification and Names of Founders) | 40. No. of Chapters |
| 2. Common Characteristics of Indian Philosophy | 41. General Understanding of Karma, Bhakti & Jnana Yoga |
| Samkhya Darshana | Upanishads |
| 3. Dualism: Purusa&Prakrti Avidya | 42. Meaning of ‘Upanishad’ |
| 4. Names of 25 Tattvas and Tri Gunas | 43. Names of 10 Main Upanishads |
| Yoga Darshana (Patanjali Yoga Sutras) | Vedas |
| 5. Names of 4 Padas | 44. Meaning of ‘Veda’ |
| 6. The Ashtangas (Bahiranga&Antaranga) | 45. Names of Vedas |
| 7. Names of Antarayas | Puranas |
| 8. Names of Vrittis&Klesas | 46. Name of Author |
| 9. Cittaprasadana technique | 47. Basic understanding of Puranas |
| 10. Names of Samadhi states | Section 3A Anatomy & Physiology: Medical Science & Yoga |
| 11. General understanding of Siddhi / Vibhuti | A. Anatomy & Physiology as per Medical Science |
| Etymological Meanings & Definitions of ‘Yoga’ | 48. Names of 9 Main Systems and Organs in each system |
| Meanings of ‘Yoga ’ | 49. Main Functions of Organs |
| 12. Yujir-yoge | B. Yogic Anatomy & Physiology as per Yoga |
| 13. Yuj-samyoga | 50. Prana and names of 10 Pranas |
| 14. Yuj-samyamneYuj-samadhi | 51. Nadi& names of Nadis |
| Definitions of ‘ Yoga ’ | 52. Ashta Chakras & Names of Granthis |
| 15. PYS Def Ch I – S: 2 | 53. Kundalini |
| BG – 2 | Section 3B Human Psychology as per Yoga |
| 16. Samatvam Yoga Uchyate; | Personality theories |
| 17. YogahaKarmasuKaushalam | 54. Names and Main characteristics of Tri- Gunas |
| Salient features of Indian Culture | 55. Names of 5 Citta Bhumis |
| Only Names & brief understanding | 56. Personality as per Samkhya Darsana: Prakrti (Sthula, Sukshma& Karana Shariras) + Purusa; |
| 18. Sanatana Dharma | 57. Panchamaya (Panchakosha) theory as already considered in earlier section. |
| 19. Vaidic Dharma | Concept of Mind |
| 20. Anekantavada | 58. Names of elements of Antahkarana in Samkhya: Buddhi, Ahamkar& Manas. |
| 21. Ashrama Dharma | 59. Concept of Citta in PYS |
| 22. Purusharthas | Life Style Considerations |
| 23. Guru-Shishya Parampara | 60. Diet: Mitahar as per HP; |
| 24. Karma & Law of Karma | 61. Bhagavad Gita: Diet, rest, relaxation, exertion, etc |
| 25. Dharma | 62. Elaboration of Yogic Life style |
| Section 2 Basic Texts of Yoga | Introduction to Ayurveda |
| Patanjali Yoga Sutras | 63. Meaning of ‘Ayurveda’ |
| 26. Over-view of 1st and 2nd Padas | 64. Doshas |
| Sutras by heart | 65. Concept of Health (Swasthya) |
| 27. Definition (Ch:I S-2); | Section 4 Teaching of Yoga |
| 28. Ashtanga Yoga (Ch:II S- 29); | 66. Teaching Methods (Instruction; Observation; Demonstration; Correction) |
| 29. Asana (Ch:II S-46); | 67. Teaching Aids |
| 30. Pranayama (Ch:II S-49) | 68. Communication Skills |
| Hatha Pradipika (HP) &Gheranda Samhita (GS) | 69. Verbal & Non-verbal |
| 31. Brief Understanding of Hatha Yoga | 70. Ideal Qualities of Teacher |
| Hatha Pradipika | 71. Conducive Environment |
| 32. Names of 4 angas | 72. Safety measures |
| 33. Names of 15 Asanas | 73. Guideline as regards framework of Professional Practice |
| 34. Names of Shat Kriyas Names of 8 | |
| 35. Kumbhakas | |
| 36. Names of 10 Mudras | |
| 37. Badhak Tattva / Sadhak Tattva | |
| Gheranda Samhita | |
| 38. Names of Saptangas |
Syllabus— Practice Topics
| Section 1 | SukshmaVyayama / Preparatory Practices / Sandhi Chalana kriya |
| 1 | Institution-specific |
| Section 2 | Shuddhi Kriyas |
| 2 | Dhauti: VamanDhauti; Agnisaar |
| 3 | Neti: Jal Neti |
| 4 | Tratak |
| 5 | Kapalbhati |
| 6 | Theoretical Knowledge as regards Basti &Nauli |
| Section 3 | Asanas |
| Three Meditative Asanas | |
| 7 | Padmasana |
| 8 | Vajrasana |
| 9 | Svastikasana |
| Four Standing Asanas | |
| 10 | Tadasana |
| 11 | Ekpadasana |
| 12 | Trikonasana |
| 13 | Padahastasana |
| Three Kneeling Asanas | |
| 14 | Ushtrasana |
| 15 | Marjarasana |
| 16 | Shashankhasana |
| Six Sitting Asanas | |
| 17 | Bhadrasana |
| 18 | Simhasana |
| 19 | Gaumukhasana |
| 20 | Vakrasana |
| 21 | Parvatasana |
| 22 | Paschimottanasana |
| Five Prone Asanas | |
| 23 | Bhujangasana |
| 24 | Shalabhasana |
| 25 | Dhanurasana |
| 26 | Naukasana |
| 27 | Makarasana |
| Six Supine Asanas | |
| 28 | Pavanmuktasana |
| 29 | Setubandhasana |
| 30 | Matsyasana |
| 31 | Uthitapadahastasana |
| 32 | Halasana |
| 33 | Shavasana |
| One Inverted Asanas | |
| 34 | Sarvangasana |
| Section 4 | Suryanamaskar |
| 35 | Suryanamaskar (Traditional with 12 Poses) (Can be School- Specific) |
| Section 5 | Pranayama |
| 36 | Sectional Breathing |
| 37 | Yogic Breathing |
| 38 | Nadishodhana |
| Kumbhakas without Bandhas | |
| 39 | Suryabhedana |
| 40 | Ujjayi |
| 41 | Shitkari |
| 42 | Shitali |
| 43 | Bhramari |
| Section 6 | Mudras |
| 44 | Chin / Jnana Mudra |
| 45 | Padma Mudra |
| 46 | Agochari Mudra (NasikagraDrishthi) |
| 47 | Shambhavi (BruhmadhyaDrishthi) |
| 48 | Viparitakarani |
| 49 | Mahamudra |
| Section 7 | Mantras |
| 50 | Pranavajapa |
| 51 | Shanti Mantra: Can be school specific |
| Section 8 | Meditation |
| 52 | Institution-specific |
| Section 9 | Teaching Practice |
| 53 | Institution-specific |
Daily schedule
- 07:00 am Detoxification cleanse practices –shudhi Kriyas/Shatkarma followed by Breathing, meditation and mantra chanting
- 07:30 am Practical Class as per syllabus (learn, practice and adjustments)
- 09:30 am Breakfast, rest
- 10:30 am theory class as per syllabus (philosophy)
- 11:30 Practical – Self-alignment and teaching practice
- 12:30 p.m. Lunch
- 13:30 free time- study, rest
- 16.00 tea
- 16:30 Theory class -philosophy as per syllabus | anatomy with Practical, demonstration ,corrections,| Group Discussions as per topics of syllabus
- 18:30 Meditation, mantra chanting (Patanjali Yoga Sutras to Preaching from Bhagwad Geeta and other yoga Shastras , Puranas, Upanishads etc . as per Syllabus)
- 19.30 pm Dinner
- 22:00 Lights off
- Sunday – Holiday
- Saturday – Half day
Extra class can be taken on request
Campus Rules Summary for Swaraj Yoga Inst & Wellness Retreats
Welcome to Swaraj Yoga Institute & Wellness Retreats! To ensure a harmonious and conducive environment for your Yoga journey, please adhere to the following Dos & Don’ts:
Kitchen Etiquette:
- Do: Avoid entering the kitchen unless given specific permission.
- Don’t: Unauthorized kitchen access is not allowed.
Sattvic Eating:
- Do: Embrace a Sattvic diet by refraining from meat, fish, or non-vegetarian food.
- Don’t: Consumption of non-vegetarian food on campus is strictly prohibited.
Classroom Silence:
- Do: Practice quietness during all classes.
- Don’t: Save personal queries for post-class discussions.
Curfew Time:
- Do: Ensure your safety by returning to the campus by 10 pm.
- Don’t: Late-night arrivals beyond 10 pm are not permitted.
Active Participation:
- Do: Engage in Yoga classes, Meditation sessions, and daily prayers.
- Don’t: Exemptions are granted only for health issues.
Substance-Free Campus:
- Do: Abstain from smoking, alcohol, and drugs of any kind on campus.
- Don’t: Use of these substances is strictly prohibited.
Noise Control:
- Do: Keep music at a minimum level in your accommodation. No music is allowed after 10 pm.
- Don’t: Playing loud music disrupts the tranquil environment.
Campus Harmony:
- Do: Contribute to a harmonious environment. Show respect and maintain an atmosphere of love, care, and peace.
- Don’t: Expressions of anger are not conducive to the Yogic environment.
Cleanliness and Karma Yoga:
- Do: Participate in maintaining cleanliness as Karma Yoga is a form of service to the Yoga campus.
- Don’t: Neglecting cleanliness disrupts the serene ambiance.
Appropriate Attire:
- Do: Wear respectful clothing, avoiding attire that is revealing or overly casual.
- Don’t: Shirts above the knee, tank tops, and tight or revealing clothes are discouraged.
Visitor Policy:
- Do: Visitors are not allowed inside accommodations but can meet in the reception area.
- Don’t: Unauthorized access to accommodations is not permitted.
Laundry Responsibility:
- Do: Wash your own clothes. Paid laundry services are available.
- Don’t: Sharing or changing accommodations without prior approval is not allowed.
Course Evaluation:
- Do: Attend regularly, perform well, understand theory, and excel in the final exam.
- Don’t: A minimum combined score of 50% is required to pass.
Supplemental Course Material:
- Do: Consider purchasing recommended texts available at our center.
Items to Bring:
- Do: Pack essentials. Items can also be purchased at our center.
- Don’t: Single-use plastic items are discouraged.
Meals:
- Do: Enjoy simple Indian vegetarian meals provided twice daily.
- Don’t: Personal dietary preferences beyond yogic-vegetarian meals cannot be accommodated.
Before making travel plans, inquire about language proficiency. The course is taught in English, with Hindi explanations available for Indian students. We look forward to your presence and adherence to these guidelines for a transformative Yoga experience.