Introduction:
Yoga Vini is a certified yoga and Ayurveda school in Rishikesh, India. Their aim is to reach the depths of the original and authentic knowledge of yoga. Their profoundly designed course will take you closer to the 5000+ years old knowledge and practices of classic Hatha yoga. Yoga Vini's dedicated teachers and well-designed curriculum ensure to bring out the best and provide an easy way to understand and implement these techniques. A healthy body, peaceful mind, and free soul are the goals of these ancient techniques Yoga Vini's approach of teaching is not flashy or glamorous, however, it is deeply nourishing and empowering; helping you to avoid the dangers of an impatience or overzealous practice, and more importantly, to experience the profound, lifelong benefits of starting small. You will be empowered with your own understanding of what is really happening in your body as you practice, and how each posture is supporting your overall health. At the end of the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course, all participants who have attended the specified number of yoga classes and passed the exams will receive a yoga teacher training certificate of completion.
Instructors
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| Vini |
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| Tina |
Accommodation
Apart from providing the best yoga methodologies, Yoga Vini Rishikesh is famous for providing full accommodation facilities for the students. You will stay at Santushti Guest House but Yoga Vini still ran it as an ashram. It is situated in a quiet and peaceful place dotted with the green trees and is well-equipped with all the residential facilities required for a comfortable stay.The highly ventilated and eco-friendly rooms of the yoga center are fully furnished with all the necessary requirements. The rooms are basic but comfortable, with attached bathrooms. There is no air conditioning however all rooms are equipped with fans.
It has a set schedule that has to be followed throughout the day without any distractions, helping with chores (Karma yoga) while pursuing your spiritual goals. You wake up early with the sunrise, practice breathing exercises followed by asanas, eat simple food and learn about philosophy, getting familiar with Indian traditional culture, listening to inspiring Satsang in the evening, singing mantras.
It’s a place to nourish your soul, deepen your spiritual practice, and awaken to your true Self. It promotes a healthy lifestyle and self-awareness through self-discipline and reflection. The ashram consists of basic facilities with living quarters, dining hall, outdoor yoga hall (Dome) all surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Himalayas.
Guidelines for staying in the ashram
- The spirit behind these disciplines and rules are purely to immerse yourself in the yogic lifestyle, to enable you to obtain maximum benefit from your teacher training experience.
- Guest behavior should be respectful of Indian culture; men and women should cover the shoulders, midriff, and legs
- Tight-fitting, transparent and revealing clothing is not permitted
- Guests are expected to observe celibacy (brahmacharya) as part of the spiritual discipline
- Couples are not allowed to share rooms
- All students are expected to actively participate in Karma yoga
- Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are not permitted
- Technology use is restricted to off-hours
- There is no laundry service or washing machines available, students are required to hand wash their own laundry. Laundry detergent is available for purchase at the center.
Program
Daily schedule
05:30 Wake up06:00 – 07:30 Pranayama / Silent Meditation / Interactive Discussion
07:30 – 08:00 Tea
08:00 – 10:00 Asana class
10:00 – 11:00 Brunch
11:00 – 12:00 Karma Yoga
12.00 – 13:00 Self Study
13:00 – 14:30 Lecture
14:30 – 15:00 Tea and Snacks
15:00 – 17:30 Asana class
18:00 – 18:30 Dinner
19:00 – 20:00 Satsang / Meditation / Chanting
20:45 Lights off
Asana classes
- Two daily asana classes, two hours each. Every student will get proper alignment according to their levels.
- Practice
- Drills
- Thorough explanation and demonstration (Explanation of drills and postures are unique and based on our own knowledge and experience. You will get much detailed knowledge than from any books.)
- Individual adjustments
- Various techniques (props, walls, etc.) on how to improve and deepen your practice
- Variations of different postures and drills to take you towards correct execution of the postures (This will help you to adopt different postures for different levels of your students)
- Sequencing – our experienced teachers will guide you on how to sequence your classes
Meditation/concentration and Pranayama Classes
Developing a strong meditation/concentration practice takes time and dedication, but here you will be given the tools to initiate and deepen your ability with daily concentration practice and pranayama.- Purpose and benefits of meditation/concentration
- Introduction to Pranayama, Anuloma-Viloma, Ujjayi, Brahmi, Shitalli, Bhastrika
- Importance and purpose of various sitting postures
- Skills to guide yourself and others through concentration and pranayama
Anatomy and physiology
- Students are introduced to the importance of the spine in anatomy and physiology, so they can become effective teachers and practitioners.
- The connection between limbs and the spine
- Stability of the spine
- Relaxation of the spine
- The connection between breath and the spine
- Muscle structure and movement
- Physiology of pain
- Possible pain and their correction methods
- Shat Kriyas
Examination
The aim of the examinations is to access your understanding of the subjects and to give you the opportunity to further develop the areas you are lacking. This will help to ensure your complete development during the course.- The written exam will be held at the end of the course
- A practical teaching test will be held at the end of the course.
