Yoga Teachers’ Training Course
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Dhanwantari Ashram, Neyyardam, Kerala, India
Nestled in the tranquil foothills of Kerala’s Western Ghats, Sivananda Dhanwantari Ashram is a peaceful sanctuary for yoga and meditation. Spread across twelve acres of lush greenery, the Ashram overlooks the serene Neyyar Dam lake, offering the ideal atmosphere to cultivate health, vitality, and inner peace.
The Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training Course is an internationally-acclaimed, four-week residential programme designed to equip you with the skills to teach classical Yoga while deepening your spiritual practice. Immerse yourself in a traditional Ashram setting, embracing the yogic lifestyle and discipline, guided by dedicated teachers. Build a strong foundation to teach with confidence and share the transformative power of Yoga.
Pre-requisite
A basic understanding of yoga postures and philosophy, along with high motivation and discipline
Curriculum
Asanas
Master the twelve foundational postures and advanced variations.
Pranayama
Daily practice of Kapalabhati, Anuloma Viloma, and advanced pranayama techniques.
Meditation
Deepen concentration and spiritual insight through a daily meditation practice.
Mantras
Learn the transformative power of mantra initiation and chanting.
Anatomy and Physiology
Understand the effects of yoga on key body systems.
Yoga Nutrition
Explore the principles of vegetarianism for holistic health.
Kriyas
Practice classical purification techniques under expert guidance.
Teaching Practice
Gain confidence in teaching yoga with hands-on experience.
Bhagavad Gita
Study the timeless wisdom of this spiritual classic.
Karma Yoga
Engage in selfless service as part of the Ashram community.
Jnana Yoga
Delve into the concepts of Vedanta philosophy and higher consciousness.
Accommodation
The Ashram offers five simple and functional types of accommodation. There are no single rooms.
Tents
Bring your own tent, mattress, bed sheet, and pillow. Shared bathroom facilities are available in the tent area, offering cold water only.
Vaikuntam Rooms
Shared twin rooms with air conditioning, private bathroom (with hot water), kettle, and fridge for added comfort.
Kailash Rooms
Shared twin rooms with private bathrooms, featuring hot water. These rooms do not have air conditioning.
Vishnu Rooms
Shared twin rooms with access to common bathrooms, which provide cold water only. These rooms are non-AC.
Dormitory
Separate dormitories for men and women, accommodating up to 32 beds in two-bedded cubicles. Limited solar-heated water is available.
Please note:
- For all accommodation a mosquito net is provided.
- Couples are not permitted to share twin rooms during the course.
Dates & Prices
Student visa S-3: To attend this course, foreign students must have a student visa and may be required to register with the FRRO.Student visa S-3: To attend this course, foreign students must have a student visa and may be required to register with the FRRO.
Refund Policy
In view of possible difficulties with visas and flights, we recommend that you register only after visas and flights are certain.
- For Domestic Payments from Resident Indians:
- For cancelling the registration before the start of the course, the original payment will be refunded less 6.5%.
- Once the course starts, if the student decides to leave within five days, the original payment will be refunded less 18%.
- For Overseas Payments:
- As refunds will be via international bank transfer, which may take six months to process, the cancellation fee has to be higher.
- The advance payment of partial course fee, service fee and taxes paid to GetOnYoga Pvt. Ltd. are fully nonrefundable.
- Once the course starts, if the student decides to leave within five days, the course fee paid will be refunded less 25%.
- After five days of the course: in case of discontinuation of the course after the Friday of the first week, no refund will be issued.
- Students leaving the course before completion, are required to return manual and uniforms.
- Full refund of the course fee paid will only be granted where SYVC has had to cancel the course / programme.
It is advised to ensure receipt of appropriate visa is possible before registering or booking flights.
Revised 4-09-2023 SYVDA reserves the right to make changes without advanced notice.
Continuing Education
Beginners Course
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Advanced Teachers’ Training Course
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Sadhana Intensive
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