Advanced Yoga Teacher Training Course

One-month, residential advanced yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh

Once you start the path of Yoga, you will realise there is a lot more to learn. There are deeper layers of self-development and many practices, philosophical concepts and Indian scriptures are yet to be discovered.

Join the yoga teacher training rishikesh

This course is for those students who have already started implementing Yoga in their life and are ready for the next step.

It is suitable for you if you have done a 200 hour Yoga TTC at The Yoga Institute or one of its locations. or a 200 hour Yoga TTC elsewhere and you have:
– practical experience with basic asanas and pranayamas;
– a basic understanding of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras;
– knowledge of the Yamas and Niyamas and apply them to some extent;
– understanding of the components of Citta and have begun to develop a selfless attitude to some extent.
(If the above does not apply to you, even if you have experience, we recommend the 200 hour Yoga TTC).

The Teachers behind yoga courses in rishikesh

The course is led by Pinky More. In India Pinky completed her Yoga education before she moved to Europe. With her Indian background and understanding of the european way of life and perceptions of Yoga she is the perfect person to make a bridge between the different countries and cultures.
In this course she is assisted by local Yoga Teachers who have experience with the complete package of Yoga practices and a deep rooted understanding of the Yoga philosophy and its cultivation in daily life.

Yogacharya Shivam Goswami lives in Rishikesh. He is Worldchampion in Yoga Asana, winner of many gold medals on international level and record holder in among others the Guiness Book of Records. Shivam is the founder of Lakshya Yog Foundation.
After his graduation from Chaudhary Charan Singh University Meerut, he has done his Masters in yoga subject 1 year Post Graduate Diploma in yoga subject and 2 year post graduate degree Uttarakhand Sanskrit the university has completed from Haridwar. Shivam is a certified yoga teacher from the Ministry of AYUSH and has completed 500 hours of yttc from the US Alliance Shivam Goswami aims to promote yoga in different dimensions and help in taking yoga to the pinnacle in the country and the world.

Dr. Shivam Mishra is a highly respected yoga expert, educator, and visionary leader in the global yoga community. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, he has taught thousands of students across India and internationally, promoting holistic well-being through traditional and scientific approaches to yoga. A PhD holder and triple master’s degree achiever, Dr. Mishra integrates ancient yogic wisdom with modern health practices. He is known for his deep understanding of yoga philosophy, anatomy, and therapeutic yoga. As the Director of Yoga Song Khoe and founder of SKM Yoga, he continues to inspire lives through education, discipline, and compassionate teaching.

Yoga courses in Rishikesh, India

Rishikesh in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand is also called the capital of yoga. Located on the Ganges River, at the foot of the Himalayas, Rishikesh has a sacred status for Hindus. Besides yoga practitioners, pilgrims have also known how to find the city since time immemorial. Beyond the famous ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi there are dozens of ashrams and yoga centers.

During the TTC we will stay in a private ashram like location where you can choose between accommodation in a shared or private room. A private Yoga room is at our disposal. At the site of accomodation you will live in a healthy and natural daily rhythm, together with a few of the teachers. The kitchen is Sattvic vegetarian.

Yoga courses in Varanasi, India

Varanasi is also known as Kashi or Benares. It is located in the north of India in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Varanasi lies along the river Ganges, more then 800 km. southwest of Rishikesh. Varanasi has a strong history, and is refered to by ancient mythological texts such as the mahabharat. Until today it has a strong traditional and spiritual significance.

During the last week of the TTC we will stay at a location in Varanasi.

Content of the Teacher Training Course

The course covers theoretical and practical aspects of Yoga.
The practical aspects include all prime Asana’s with background knowledge and how, why, when and when not to use them. Further you will learn about Pranayama, techniques leading to meditation and Kriyas. Attention is given to unique techniques & concepts pioneered by the founders of The Yoga Institute.

The theoretical aspects include introductions to the origin of yoga and yoga texts such as Hatha Yoga Pradipika. You will go into depth with the psychology and philosophy of Yoga. With the help of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, among others, you will consciously look at your own way of thinking and learn how to live an easier, healthier and happier life. The course includes anatomy and physiology classes and approaches to modern day topics such as dealing with stress.

Syllabus

Theoretical introduction to:

Yoga and yogic practice
Hatha yoga (including Hatha Yoga Pradipika)
Patanjali Yoga Sutras
Bhavas – Basis of yoga education
Anatomy and physiology
Human systems, yoga and health
Yoga for wellness
Ayurveda
Prevention and promotion of positive health
Yoga and stress management

Asana:

Knowledge of selected postures
Demonstration ability to perform these postures
Meditative and Cultural, (dynamic and static version)
Techniques pioneered by The Yoga Institute

Practical skills:

Kriya
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
Pranayama
Practice leading to meditation
Karma yoga
Communication and teaching practice

Content of the rishikesh yoga teacher training center

The course covers theoretical and practical aspects of Yoga.
The practical aspects include 108 Asana’s with background knowledge and how, why, when and when not to use them. Further you will learn about Pranayama, Bandha, Mudra, Kriya, Bhajan and Dharana.
You will learn which specific practices are appropriate for various health conditions.

For the theoretical aspects you will go deeper in the philosophy. Concepts and Yoga scriptures originate from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Samkhya, Vedanta and Bhagavad Gita.
Furthermore, you will go deeper in the study of the human body.

Syllabus for yoga teacher training india rishikesh

Theoretical subjects:

Vedic Principles from Yoga, Samkhya, Vedanta
Introduction to Bhagavad Gita
Introduction to Upanishads, Dharma Sutra
Anatomy , Human systems, yoga and health
Yoga Therapy and Special Needs training

Asana:

The science of Surya Namaskar
Knowledge of 108 selected postures
Demonstration ability to perform these postures
Transitioning out of Asana’s
Asana’s for each Chakra and Gland

Practical skills:

Advanced Pranayama Techniques
Selection of Bandha’s and Mudra’s
Practice leading to Meditation
Recitation of Pranava & Soham
Recitaton of Mantra, Hymns, Prayer, Invocations
Yoga Nidra

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Testimonial

What They Say.

This is the first day of the rest of your life! The best investment of yourself! I will make a change of food in my life and cutting habits. I am in contact with the universal energy again since 7 years. Yeahaaa!

What I would say to someone who is interested in following the TTC is, ‘Do it’! It is not only a truly enriching experience, but one that has the potential to change your life. I absolutely loved the diversity of each day. The mix between theory, practice and different activities is fun and also keeps me alert and energized during the day. I also really, really enjoyed learning about the theory and background of Yoga, Indian philosophy and the Sanskrit language.

My perception of Yoga has changed, as it is more about all aspects of life then I thought. And also there is more behind the practical part which is only highlighted in Western Yoga. After following this course I will take better care of myself before others and tr to love myself more. Not to depend on others but myself and have more faith in the universe.

This Teacher Training Course will change your whole life! I found out you are never done with learning and that with Yoga you can reach the highest states. After this education I will eat better, take more care of my body and keep learning about myself to improve. All of this was possible because of the dedication of the Teachers.

Before doing this course I thought Yoga was only Asana, untill I came to Centre Lothlorien for the first time and see a Yoga Way of Life. Now I can see how much knowledge there is inside the Yoga philosophy. I had never expected that I really like to give an asana class this much. I mostly liked the cooking Indian food with Pinky. Now I know I will live happier and healthier. It does not need to be perfect directly, but I follow a good path!

It surprised me how much the Teacher Training Course is life-changing for me. I will eat more healthy, will reflect more on myself, focus on positive points, have better control over my emotions and be less egocentric. I actually liked how Pinky provoked my ego, as that is where the change started. Also I liked the topics about knowing ourselves and helping ourselves to be happy. I really loved the people! This is an experience to help you understand yourself better. It will change the way to look at the world. You can get rid of some burdens and probably be happier!

This Teacher Training Course is firstly not about becoming a teacher, but about figuring out who you are and how you behave in life. It has changed my perception of Yoga 100%. The most I liked was that the TTC brought me back to my basis. What surprised me the most was that Pinky was able to break down my walls and was able to show me how I was thinking and behaving in life. I will now take time to work on finding my basis, finding my truth, letting go and finding love within myself.

It was even more 'about me' than I thought. I was aware before, that Yoga is much more than Pranayama, Asana and Meditation, but I didn't fully realise how much it is about the journey within, about self-growth, learning about yourself and making changes according to that. After completing this training, I know that I will give more priority to a good routine and good habits, including positive affirmations to myself. Centre Lothlorien is a good place for such an experience, you will feel that it can be a home away from home.

This is not just a Teacher Training Course, but this is changing your life. I was surprised by the beauty of this place and the people, but also by the way of thinking 'of the soul'. I especially liked the personal attention and the time spent on the life struggles, rather than just learning theory or asanas. If you are really ready to look at yourself in such depth, then this is a really nice place to go to. There is so much more to Yoga than just Asanas and this makes me curious to learn even more. This is just the beginning!

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