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Yoga Teacher Training India
Some key features of our 200-hour Yoga Alliance accredited Hatha Yoga teacher training
since 2009
Experienced & refined. 10,000+ teachers graduated since 2009.
Study at Yoga Ashram
Study at our authentic yoga ashram in India. Experience true yogic lifestyle.
FULLY ACCREDITED TRAINING
Get a Yoga Alliance accredited yoga teacher certificate.
200 hour Yoga Teacher Training
Our 200 hour yoga teacher training in India is a serious professional course that deals with an in-depth knowledge of Hatha Yoga. This comprehensive course is ideal for people who wish to pursue teaching yoga or advance further in their yoga journey. The course is led by highly knowledgeable and experienced teachers at our yoga ashram in India. Learn authentic yoga from authentic Indian teachers in the traditional gurukul system.
Why choose Arhanta?
Arhanta Yoga ® is an international yoga teacher training school with Yoga ashrams in India and the Netherlands. We provide internationally accredited professional yoga courses and training while maintaining the authenticity of the ancient teachings.
Reputed School
10000+ Yoga teachers certified since 2009
Worldwide Accredited
Accredited with Yoga Alliance and many others
Professional
Professional Yoga school for serious learning
Post Course Support
Post-course support available to every graduate
5th Generation Yoga Teachers
Authentic Indian Yoga teachers with personal teaching experience of 23+ years
Own Yoga Ashrams
Two beautiful ashrams in India & The Netherlands
Course Dates & Fees
Upcoming Course Dates
Our Hatha Yoga Teacher Training courses in India take place from October to March every year. This period is ideal for intensive training as the weather is mild and suitable.
200-hour Hatha Yoga
| Date | Seats left | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ||
| 29 Oct - 23 Nov | Available | IND |
| 27 Nov - 22 Dec | Available | IND |
| 2023 | ||
| 11 Jan - 5 Feb | Available | IND |
| 10 Feb - 7 Mar | Available | IND |
| 25 Oct - 19 Nov | Available | IND |
| 25 Nov - 20 Dec | Available | IND |
For more scheduled course dates please visit All scheduled dates
Course Fees
The course fees include all tuition, accommodation, three vegetarian meals per day, two pair of uniforms, a yoga teacher course manual, pick up and drop off facility at the Khajuraho airport or train station on the first and the last day of the course and a lifetime membership to AYA Teachers Registry for continual guidance and mentoring.
Accommodation | Fees (In Euros) |
|---|---|
Double shared room | 1750 Euro |
Single bedroom | 1950 Euro |
Eligibility Criteria
We welcome students of all ages, background, and beliefs. The following are the most important factors you should consider before applying for our yoga teacher certification course are:
Easy Covid-19 cancellations
Should your training be cancelled due to Covid-19, Arhanta Yoga’s standard cancellation policy and charges shall NOT apply. Instead, Arhanta Yoga will work with you to arrange an alternative provision, which may include rescheduling the session and/or providing a digital session and/or providing a full refund of all paid fees.
Course Location
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training India takes place at our yoga ashram in India. The ashram is spread over 17 acres of green land and located in a peaceful and serene environment near the ancient city of Khajuraho in Central India. The yoga ashram is easily reachable by direct flight or direct train from Delhi, Varanasi, and Agra. The Khajuraho airport is situated at 14 km from the ashram and the train station at 12 km.
Please note that complementary pickup from and drop off at the Khajuraho airport and train station is provided on the first and the last day of the course. Private transportation can also be arranged on request.
200-hour Yoga Teacher Training India Curriculum
Our yoga teacher training in India is an intensive 26-day residential course with a very detailed curriculum. The course curriculum has been developed and refined since 2009. The four weeks of yoga training covers detailed information on 170 asanas, detailed instruction and correction techniques, breathing exercises, asana practice, Vedic philosophy and yogic lifestyle and much more. Some of the highlights are:
To see the complete and detailed course curriculum, please see: Curriculum
Meet the course director,
Ram Jain
(ERYT-500 and YACEP with 40,000 hours of teaching experience)
I am thankful for the gift of yoga in my life. I've been helping people transform their lives with the science, practice, and principles of yoga for over two decades.
Born into a family where yoga has been the way of life since five generations, my formal yoga journey began aged eight at a Vedic school in India. I was trained in the tradition of Swami Sivananda. I received a solid foundation in scriptures, including Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and Yoga Sutras (to name a few).
My deep curiosity for knowledge also led me to study modern sciences like anatomy, physiology, western philosophy with pioneer teachers of new traditions.
I see yoga as a way to master the five senses, so I named the ashram 'Arhanta Yoga,' the yoga to master the five senses!
At Arhanta, we don't just teach yoga. We teach you how to reach your potential, deepen your knowledge, build your confidence, and take charge of your life.
Worldwide accredited certification
Our 200 hour yoga teacher training course in India is accredited by Yoga Alliance, International Yoga Association, International Yoga Federation and The CRKBO (The Netherlands)
How to Apply?
Please note that our yoga certification courses in India fill up well in advance, please apply in time to secure your seat.
To register please download, fill out and send the application form by email to ttc@arhantayoga.org. Once you are accepted you will need to pay a deposit of 200 Euro to confirm your reservation.
Guarantee
Our 200-hour yoga teacher training India is a time-tested course since 2009. We guarantee the course will give you a correct and sufficient knowledge of yoga, yogic philosophy, proper teaching skills, and enough practical training to teach others with ease and confidence.
Post Course Support
We understand the importance of post course-support; therefore, we offer it to all our students. Our teachers can be contacted directly via Skype, phone, email, and instant messaging about any queries and questions.
RYT 200
As an Arhanta Yoga graduate, you will get complimentary lifetime membership as RYT 200 (Registered Yoga Teacher) with International Yoga Association. You can also register with Yoga Alliance as RYT 200 (Registered Yoga Teacher 200-hour level).
e-Visa for India
If you are not an Indian national, you may need to have a valid visa before traveling to India. Applicants of the eligible countries/territories may apply online, at least four days prior to the date of the arrival, with a window of 120 days. For example, If you apply on 1st of September, then you can select an arrival date ranging from 5th September to 2nd January.
Albania, Andorra, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Island, Chile, China, China- SAR Hongkong, China- SAR Macau, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cote d’lvoire, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, El Salvador, Eritrea, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kiribati, Laos, Latvia, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niue Island, Norway, Oman, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Saint Christopher and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos Island, Tuvalu, UAE, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA, Vanuatu, Vatican City-Holy See, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
For more information about planning a trip to India, please visit our Travel tips yoga ashram India page.
Read What Our Alumni Say
"I came here to Arhanta ashram with an open mind and no idea what will come. It was four weeks full of intensive, hard, emotional, great, strengthening and fantastic work with the group, with the teachers and with myself. I have no regrets and I am still thankful and happy that I was allowed to learn from such good teachers in this wonderful area. Now I am looking forward to teach my yoga class. Thank you very much to the entire Arhanta team. I wish you all the best."
Barbara
"I came here to Arhanta ashram with an open mind and no idea what will come. It was four weeks full of intensive, hard, emotional, great, strengthening and fantastic work with the group, with the teachers and with myself. I have no regrets and I am still thankful and happy that I was allowed to learn from such good teachers in this wonderful area. Now I am looking forward to teach my yoga class. Thank you very much to the entire Arhanta team. I wish you all the best."
Irfan
"The four weeks in the yoga ashram have been a real life journey to me. Besides the great Hatha Yoga asana classes, the serene meditation sessions and positive morning chanting, it gave me something more: the realization of missing a vision of life. By sharing their own stories, teaching me the philosophy of yoga and their personal advise Ram and his team not only helped me realize my personal goal of becoming a yoga teacher. They also challenged me to take a look inside, discover “Who am I”. And that journey has just started. Thank you all!"
Nina
"This training in India has taught me a lot about yoga and how to teach yoga. The program is full but gives the right amount of information you need to become a teacher. I developed a lot of qualities during my stay. I’m very grateful for that. Although it is hard, it is worth it!"
Michiel
Why Should You Follow Yoga Teacher Training in India?
People frequently inquire as to why they should pursue their yoga teacher certification in India when there are so many courses available in their own country. India is the birthplace of yoga. Yoga only made its way to the West in the mid-nineteenth century. Authentic yoga has somehow lost its authenticity in the transition. During this transition, many myths and false beliefs have formed about the practice of yoga. The practice of yoga has gone from holistic to physical. If you want to take yoga seriously and make yoga your lifelong career, you need to understand the roots and the original practice of yoga. That is why so many yoga practitioners visit India year after year to experience authentic yoga.
When you will study yoga in India you will learn about its philosophy, history and the whole lifestyle that is required for holistic yoga practice and teaching. You will be immersed in the yogic lifestyle for a period of four weeks. You will live in an ashram away from distractions of daily life and modern technology. You will learn from Indian teachers who have grown up with having the yogic lifestyle being passed down through the family for generations. You will practice yoga asana, meditation, and pranayama as it was they were practiced 200 years ago in traditional Indian yoga ashrams. This life changing-course focuses on the practical application of Hatha Yoga.
What Is the Benefit of a Four Weeks Training?
A yoga teacher training can be a life changing experience. For some it is a turning point in their life. During the course you will transform from a yoga practitioner to a skilled yoga teacher. You will need to go through a process of learning and embodying the techniques. You will learn and unlearn many patterns and beliefs. With our years of teaching experience, we have discovered a four-week period is an adequate amount of time to complete that process. It is not too long, and it is not too short.
What to Expect During the Course?
Becoming a yoga teacher in India is a once in a lifetime opportunity. During these four weeks of Hatha Yoga Teacher Training, you will go through different phases. For example, in the first week, you may feel a bit tired because you might not be used to studying 8–10 hours a day. You will also begin your teaching practice from day two onward. If you have never taught before, you may be surprised at how much you enjoy teaching. You will receive authentic, yet approachable, yoga philosophy classes and feel inspired by the philosophical stories of Ram Jain.
In the second week, you will have settled in and become accustomed to the rhythm of the ashram life. Your body and mind will be more aligned after the first week of training and practice. You will see improvements in your meditation and asana practice, even if you struggle with the new challenges during the 'how to teach' class. As you share this experience with other like-minded and dedicated people, in week two, you will start to develop friendships with fellow students. You will also be getting used to the long day schedule and you will be excited by all the new information you are absorbing. There will be a variety of special classes on different forms of yoga such as Pregnancy Yoga, Kids Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga etc. You will learn asana correction and modification techniques and start teaching in groups of three people. You will find yourself humming the chants and mantras that we practice in the chanting sessions. Concepts from yoga philosophy will begin to settle in your mind and you will begin to see your life in a new light.
In the third week, you will make the biggest leaps in physical and mental development, and your previous weeks' efforts will bear the fruit here. You will notice that you are gradually becoming more skilled and confident while teaching and that you have grown immensely in your understanding of yoga postures and yoga anatomy. You will be completely immersed in the classes. You may become emotionally attached to certain friends and sometimes get emotional. With all of your experiences, you may become overwhelmed at times. It will be very healing and calming for some of you to be able to live in such a warm and friendly community without having to worry about making food, doing dishes, and so on. It's also possible that you'll miss your loved ones and long to see them again.
In the fourth week, you will be busy with final preparations for the end exams. You may have mixed feelings about finishing the course as soon you will be joining with your loved ones, returning to your ‘normal’ life and taking leave from your new yoga family. You will find yourself either comforting or being comforted by others. In the last days, you will experience joy and emotions beyond words. The sense of accomplishment, newly developed confidence in yourself will fill you with great joy and happiness.
Frequently asked questions
If any of these situations resonate with you, our course is right for you.
- Do you want to become a qualified and confident yoga teacher?
- Do you want to gain discipline and confidence in your personal practice?
- Do you want to gain proper knowledge of yoga as a physical, spiritual and philosophical discipline??
- Are you a practicing yoga teacher and want to improve your teaching skills?
- Do you want to experience and practice authentic yoga?
Our 200-hour yoga certification course is perfectly suitable for beginners as well as more experienced Classical Hatha Yoga practitioners. You will learn all the aspects of Hatha Yoga from experienced teachers during the course. In addition you will also learn about other forms of yoga. Prior experience is beneficial but not required. Read: How much experience is required to become a yoga teacher?
No one can do all the postures, and everyone has their limitations. So, it is not a problem if you are not flexible in body movements but it is important that you are willing to learn and develop.
This teacher training course is taught in basic English because the students come from all over the world. You have a sufficient level of English if you can read and understand an English newspaper.
Read: Following a yoga teacher training when English isn't your first language
Our yoga courses in India and the Netherlands are exactly the same, courses and taught by the same teachers, just the locations are different.
You will be provided simple and clean accommodations at our ashram in India during the course duration. We provide single rooms as well as double rooms on a shared basis.
Sometimes it is possible to bring along someone as a guest. Please write to us to check the availability.
Yes, even though the course is only four weeks / one month, our students agree that they learn more than what they could learn in two years back home. This is due to the fact that you will be solely focused on yoga during the entire month of teacher training.
Read: 4 reasons why it is possible to become a yoga teacher in 200 hours / 4 weeks
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