500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course is an advanced course and you can choose to complete your 200 hours yoga teachers training course and 300 hours yoga teachers training course back to back. At the end of the 2 months, you will be a fully qualified 500 hours yoga teacher.

The 500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course is a big commitment and devoting that much time purely to practice and study can be daunting. For this reason, we ask that you only undertake the 500 hours yoga teachers training course if you have been practicing asana for at least 1 year prior.

In 500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course, you will develop a thorough understanding of traditional yogic texts. You have the opportunity to practice asana, pranayama, meditation, kriyas, mantra, and mudras. Through your practice, you will start to develop a deeper understanding of the techniques and skill involved, both with the practice and teaching of yoga. In the first month, during your 200 hours yoga teachers training course, you will focus primarily on anatomy, physiology and teaching methodology. In the second month, your 300 hours yoga teachers training course, we dive deep into yoga philosophy and unravel some of the intricacies of teaching, including sequencing and adjustments.

500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course

500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course

500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course is an advanced course and you can choose to complete your 200 hours yoga teachers training course and 300 hours yoga teachers training course back to back. At the end of the 2 months, you will be a fully qualified 500 hours yoga teacher.

The 500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course is a big commitment and devoting that much time purely to practice and study can be daunting. For this reason, we ask that you only undertake the 500 hours yoga teachers training course if you have been practicing asana for at least 1 year prior.

In 500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course, you will develop a thorough understanding of traditional yogic texts. You have the opportunity to practice asana, pranayama, meditation, kriyas, mantra, and mudras. Through your practice, you will start to develop a deeper understanding of the techniques and skill involved, both with the practice and teaching of yoga. In the first month, during your 200 hours yoga teachers training course, you will focus primarily on anatomy, physiology and teaching methodology. In the second month, your 300 hours yoga teachers training course, we dive deep into yoga philosophy and unravel some of the intricacies of teaching, including sequencing and adjustments.

500 Hours Yoga Teachers Training Course Outline

The 500 hours are divided between the following subjects:

We aim to provide you with a full and diverse experience of yogic living. With this in mind, our courses are founded on the 4 streams of yoga. Your asana/meditation practice constitutes Raja Yoga, the yoga of discipline and practice. Theory classes help you to develop in Jnana Yoga, the yoga of knowledge. Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of love and devotion, is practiced through kirtan (a musical form of shared recitation) and Satsang (coming together as a community). The act of selfless service known as Karma Yoga is encouraged daily in our space.

Techniques, Training and Practice

Includes the practice of asana, pranayama, meditation and chanting, and the opportunity to experience shatkarmas (yogic cleansing techniques). Work on your personal practice while developing a greater understanding of these intricate techniques.

Teaching Methodology

Discover the art of teaching, teaching styles and observation/correction.

Anatomy and Physiology

A study of both human anatomy and energetic anatomy (nadis, chakras etc), with direct application to yoga practice.

Yoga Philosophy and History

Study of traditional texts, yogic lifestyle, and how to be of service to others as a teacher.

Practical and Teaching Workshops

Before the end of the course you will teach a class under the supervision of a senior teacher, with feedback provided. Volunteering as a teacher is possible after your 500 hours yoga teachers training course (YTTC).

Daily Schedule

Classes run from Monday to Saturday, from approximately 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. During this time you will be engaged in a mixture of practical and theoretical classes, with breaks at meal times. Saturday is a half day of classes and Sunday is your day off. Please use this time to relax, restore and enjoy the local area. Throughout the week, in your free time, you are expected to engage in karma yoga – the act of selfless service. This could be in the form of sweeping the yoga shala, clearing plates or generally assisting around the school. We believe the practice of karma yoga helps you to experience yogic living holistically. For an example schedule from our last teacher training, please email namaste@yogayugas.com.

Check in/check out

You are welcome to check in any time from 10am. The first day of the course is dedicated to allowing you to settle in and explore the area. We will hold a welcome ceremony to introduce teachers and students, followed by dinner together.

On the last day of your course, we will hold a closing ceremony, at which point you receive your certificates. Check out time is 1 pm, but you are welcome to join us for afternoon activities and we will, of course, hold your belongings safely for you until your departure time.

Our Teachers

We employ a mix of Indian and Western specialists, ranging in specialty and levels of training. All of our teachers pass the rigorous requirements as outlined by the Yoga Alliance. You can learn more about our team here.

What to bring

In all of our locations you can easily find everything you need, from shampoo to mosquito repellent to yoga clothes. The most important thing you can bring with you is an open mind, and a desire to learn. If you’re really concerned about what you will need, please feel free to email us and we can send you a packing list with the most vital items.

Accommodation and Food

We understand that during your course you are absorbing a lot of information, and you need to be well-rested and relaxed without any external distractions. With this in mind, we offer simple, comfortable, safe and clean accommodation. Our aim is that you will have no concerns to distract you from your daily practice. All rooms are situated close to the yoga shala, and are private or shared between 2 people, depending on your preference. From our beach locations, you’ll be soothed by the presence of the ocean, enjoying sunset views and fresh salty air. Up in the mountains, you can absorb the powerful effects of the surrounding nature and beautiful scenery.

Healthy, nourishing vegan/vegetarian food is offered to our students. We use local, fresh and seasonal produce to revitalize you after long days of practice and study. Meals are provided 3 times a day, from Monday to Saturday. Sunday is a holiday for staff and students and we encourage you to explore some of the many delicious offerings in the local area. Please inform us beforehand of your dietary requirements, and we will do our best to accommodate them.

Why join the 500 Hour program at Yoga Yugas School?

Upon completion of your course, you will hold two internationally certified yoga alliance teacher training certificates: a 200hr and a 300hr. But we hope to offer you much more than your certification. Through the careful nurture and development of your practice and knowledge, we hope to inspire the teacher within you, assisting you in finding your own voice and style. You are likely to feel huge changes in body and mind after immersing yourself fully into a yogic lifestyle. We hope to plant the seed for a future of life-long practice and devotion to the path of yoga.

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