100 hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Our 100-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is ideal for newcomers, experts, and yoga enthusiasts who cannot simultaneously complete the 200-hour yoga teacher training due to time constraints or other reasons, and are unable to undertake the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at once.

For students who cannot complete their 200-hour Yoga teacher training at once, we offer them the opportunity to complete the course in two halves.

We offer multi-style Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Shat Kriyas, Trataka classes, and Alternative therapies for the advancement of yoga wisdom.

We highly encourage all students to return and complete the second half of their 100-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh course, earning a Yoga Alliance-certified 200-hour teacher training Certificate that enables them to teach as yoga mentors anywhere in the world.

Our 100-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is specifically designed with beginners in mind.

Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh enables participants to gradually adopt a yogic lifestyle through thoughtful guidance and a dedicated daily schedule.

What is 100 hour yoga teacher training in India?

We facilitate our students in authentic traditional multi-style 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, with Ayurveda and healing practices. We offer the best 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India. It includes:

Hatha yoga
Ashtanga yoga
Power yoga
Kundalini yoga
Pranayama
Mantra sadhana
Ayurveda lessons
Healing practices Reiki & Jin Shin Jyutsu
Yoga Therapy
Pranic healing
Transcendental Meditation & Alternative Therapies.

We provide the best options and motivate our students to return to complete the other half of their 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.

Yoga Alliance, US certified 200 hour yoga teacher training enables them to become registered yoga teachers.

What makes Yog Niketan Dham Yoga Teacher Training unique?

After offering 100 hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh to hundreds of Yoga enthusiasts from all around the world, we are proud to say that our courses stand out as we:

Offer one of the best picturesque locations to stay facing divine mother, the Ganges.
Provide our students with pure, traditional & authentic Yogic wisdom with a 100 hour yoga teacher training certificate.
Have a dedicated team of experienced, well-trained, and highly revered yoga gurus.
We prefer small batch sizes so our students can have as much personal attention as required.
Introduction of Reiki healing, Pranic healing, Tai chi, Jin Shin Jyutsu healing, Yoga Therapy, and Vipassana sessions for advanced therapeutic practices.
Take care of all our student’s additional needs, including offering assistance from our tour manager.

Daily Schedule of 100 hour yoga teacher training in India

Timing		Session
6:00 am	:	Wake-Up
7:00 am -7:30 am	:	Shatkarma / Pranayama
7:30 am – 9:00 am	:	Hatha Yoga
9:00 am – 10:00 am	:	Breakfast
11:00 am- 12:00 pm	:	Yoga Anatomy/ Yoga Therapy
12:00 pm – 2:30 pm	:	Lunch & Free time
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm	:	Yoga Philosophy
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm	:	Ashtanga Yoga
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm	:	Meditation/ Mantra Chanting
7:00 pm – 7:30 pm	:	Kirtan/Satsang
7:30 pm- 9:00 pm	:	Dinner
9:30 pm	:	Lights Off/ Silence time

100 hour Yoga Teacher Training Syllabus

Holistic Yoga – Combination of multi-yoga style

The history and meaning of Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Tantra, and Kriya Yoga.
Sun salutation (12 Asanas) with Mantra chanting to build inner and external awareness.
Sukshma Vyayama practice (Warming up, Joints and Glands exercises).
Ashtanga Yoga practice.
Hatha Yoga practice.
Kriya Yoga Introduction during 100 hour yoga teacher training in India.
Standing series of postures.
Kneeling series of yoga asanas.
Sitting series of yoga poses.
Prone series of postures.
Supinal series of Asanas.
Inversion series of the poses.
Adjustment & alignment of the Asanas.
Posture benefits and their contra-indications.

Pranayama practice

Meaning and difference between Prana and Pranayama.
Different types of Pranayamas.
The practice of the main eight traditional Pranayamas.
Thoracic breathing, chest breathing & diaphragm breathing.
What are Nadis or the veins?
Introduction of major Nadis in our body during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.

Yoga Philosophy

What is the term Yoga? A brief history of Yoga during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
The four Yugas or periods are part of Yogic tradition and practices.
Six ancient orthodox Indian Philosophies. A brief explanation of Patanjali Yogsutra and Vedanta.
Explanation of five Koshas or sheaths.
What is Consciousness? And other states of mind. How are they related to each other?
The four faculties of the mind.
The four basic principles of life.
Introduction of Ayurvedic lifestyle. How do we know the difference between Prakaritis and Doshas?
Ashtang Yoga of Patanjali.
What are Meditation and Yoga Nidra?

Yogic Anatomy

Basic introduction to Yoga Anatomy and Physiology.
Introduction of human Skeletal and Muscular Systems.
A brief introduction to the Respiratory system and Yogic breathing.
The Shat kriya practices and their benefits on body and mind.
An introduction to digestive and Immune systems.
The structure of the spinal cord and its movement during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.

Meditation Practice with Healing Experiences

Daily practice Dhyana or Meditation.
Different methods of Meditation during 100 hour yoga teacher training in India.
What is the difference between Dharna and Dhyana?
Chakra Meditation or channels focussed meditation.
Breath Awareness Meditation under the full moon.
Vipassana practice.

Shat Kriya

Introduction of Shat Karmas according to Hatha Yoga practice.
Daily Practicum of Jal Neti and Sutra Neti(Cleansing Mucous or blockages from nasal passages and sinuses).
Introduction of Agnisar Kriya during 100 hour yoga teacher training in India.
A brief introduction to other cleansing practices for having a sound body and mind.

Mantra Chanting

A brief introduction to Mantra Yoga. Importance of chanting (OM)-AUM sound during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
Mantras are used before the meal to purify the meal.
Mantra for obstacles in life. Mantra for self-identification.
Mantra for connecting with universal energies to bless.
20 plus Mantra chanting for self-confirmation.
Mantra for the well-being of others.

Mudras and Yoga Gestures

Meaning of gestures or Mudras.
Hatha Yog Pradipika explains the importance of mudras in daily life.
Types of different Mudras.
Knowledge of Mudras for curing different ailments.

Teaching Methodology

Basic principles of teaching during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
Discipline for Yoga Teachers and Students for a better perspective.
The scope of listening, presence, directions, and non-directive dialogue.
How vital is demonstration? A proper presentation of a demo of a class.
What are the preparations for managing a classroom?

Bandhas

A brief explanation about Bandhas.
Three Bandhas. How to make Maha Bandha?
Nine main doors in the human body according to Yoga methodology.
What are Yogic locks, and how do they work?
What are their preparations & benefits?

Ayurveda

What is Ayurveda and its benefits?
Ayurvedic consultancy during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
Pulse reading and how to check it?
Five elements and their roles.
How can we check Prakaritis and Doshas in a human being?
How do Ayurvedic practices help in Yogic life?

Group Discussion

Group Discussion for sharing knowledge with each other.
Discussion on all the learning through 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
To prepare for the final exam and to clarify the subjects accordingly.
How to prepare for a yoga class and to make a structure for teaching.

Practicum

Practical teaching classes during 100 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
How to prepare and manage a Yoga Session?
The alignment and adjustment of body parts before a Yoga session.
Proper warm-up and well-suitable instructions to the students to avoid any injuries.

Alternative Healings

Reiki introduction.
Yoga Therapy.
Stone healing.
Pranic healing.
Jin shin Jyutsu.

What Do We Offer Our Students in 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India?

Complimentary Study Material

We provide all the study materials students need to undergo their yoga teacher training in India efficiently, including, but not limited to, stationery, yoga mats, T-shirts, personal utensils, Neti pots, and more. In addition to this, we also offer malas and healing tools to our students.

Complimentary Yoga Kit

All our students receive yoga kits that include yoga bricks, cushions, sutra Neti threads, and other necessary equipment for their 100-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.

Free Excursions

The Ashram offers two complimentary excursions as part of a 14-day program. These excursions allow our students to experience the local temples, waterfalls, caves, and villages.

24X7 Student Support

All our students have our dedicated helpline and WhatsApp number. These numbers are provided to them for complete assistance after arriving in India.

What are the facilities at Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh?

Accommodation

We offer open, comfortable, and spacious ashram-style accommodations facing the Ganges, providing a serene environment for our students to enjoy during their yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.

Food

Our kitchen staff specializes in preparing Indian and Garhwali dishes (local variety) for the students. We consume fresh spring water as part of our daily routine. All our meals are prepared with health and nutritional factors in mind, so we adhere to Ayurvedic cooking methods. We also take great initiative in making special meals for vegans and those with extra dietary needs.

Transportation

The travel duration between Dehradun airport and the ashram is approximately three and a half hours. Additionally, we provide complimentary pick-up and drop-off services to our students between the airport and the ashram.

Fee: $599/-