300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Bali | Rishikul Yogshala

I. Traditional Yoga Philosophy

• Understanding the four paths of yoga (Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, and Raja)
• Studying the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita
• Exploring the concept of the self (Atman) and the universal consciousness (Brahman)
• Understanding the role of karma and dharma in yoga practice
• Examining the eight limbs of yoga and how they apply to daily life

II. Yoga Anatomy and Physiology

• Understanding the physical, energetic, and spiritual aspects of the human body
• Studying the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems
• Examining the effects of yoga on the body and mind
• Learning about common injuries and how to prevent them
• Understanding the benefits and limitations of different yoga styles and practices

III. Advanced Asana Practice

• Exploring different yoga styles, such as Vinyasa, Hatha, and Restorative
• Advanced variations of asanas, including arm balances, inversions, and backbends
• Modifications and variations for different levels and abilities
• Safe and effective adjustments and assists
• Use of props and modifications

IV. Practical Teaching Experience

Practicing teaching in a supportive and encouraging environment

Observing and providing feedback to other teachers

Teaching different styles and levels of yoga classes

Developing confidence and presence as a teacher

Creating and leading workshops and retreats

V. Mantra And Mantra Chanting

• Definition of Mantras and their significance in yoga practice
• The history and origin of mantra practice
• The benefits of chanting mantras
• Incorporating Mantras into your personal practice, yoga classes, and workshops
• The benefits of using mantras in teaching

VI.Mantra

• The meaning and symbolism of the Om mantra
• The Importance of Om in yoga practice
• Proper techniques of chanting Om correctly

VII. Gayatri Mantra

• The meaning and significance of the Gayatri mantra
• The benefits of chanting the Gayatri mantra

VIII. Shanti Mantra

• The meaning and symbolism of the Shanti mantra
• The advantages of chanting the Shanti mantra

IX. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

• The meaning and significance of the Mahamrityunjaya mantra
• The benefits and correct chanting techniques of the Mahamrityunjaya mantra

X. Guru Mantra

• The meaning of the Guru mantra
• The importance of honoring the teacher or guru
• Proper technique of chanting the Guru mantra correctly

X. Pranayama

Introduction to different pranayama techniques (Ujjayi, Kapalbhati, Nadi Shodhana)

Learning the correct way to practice each technique

The benefits and contraindications

XI. Meditation

• Introduction to different meditation techniques (Mindfulness, Loving-Kindness, Chakra meditation)
• Correct meditation technique and its benefits

XII. Shatkarma (Yoga Cleansing)

• Introduction to karma
• Jala Neti Shatkarma
• Nasal cleansing with a rubber string
• Kapalbhati cleansing

XIII. Teaching Methodology

• Developing effective lesson plans and class sequences
• Understanding different learning styles and how to accommodate them
• Learning effective communication and demonstration techniques
• Examining the art of adjustments and modifications
• Understanding the business aspects of teaching yoga, including marketing and networking

XIV. Classical & Traditional Practice of Hatha Yoga

• Hatha Yoga – Intermediate sequence
• Advanced joint and gland exercise series
• Chair Yoga
• Series for flexibility and strength
• The importance of hydration for the body when practicing
• The importance of Sequencing and systematic flow
• Advanced study of poses
• Stillness and posture
• The importance of Hatha yoga texts with special reference to Hatha Pradipika and Gheranda Samhita
• Causes of success (Sadhaka Tattwa) and causes of failure (Badhaka Tattwa) in Hatha yoga Sadhana
• Concept of Ghata and Ghata Shudhhi in Hatha Yoga
• Purpose and utility of Shat Kriyas in Hatha yoga
• Purpose and utility of asanas in Hatha yoga
• Purpose and importance of pranayama in Hatha yoga

XV. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga – Primary Series- Structure and Sequential Methods

• Pashasana
• Krounchasana
• Shalabhasana A, B
• Bhekasana
• Dhanurasana
• Parshva Dhanurasana
• Ushtrasana
• Laghu-Vajrasana
• Kapotasana A, B, C
• Supta Vajrasana
• Bakasana A, B
• Bharadvajasana
• Ardha Matsyendrasana
• Eka-Pada Shirshasana
• Dvi-Pada Shirshasana
• Yoga-Nidrasana
• Tittibhasana A, B, C
• Pincha Mayurasana
• Karandavasana
• Mayurasana
• Nakrasana
• Vatayanasana
• Parighasana
• Gomukhasana A, B
• Supta Urdhva Pada Vajrasana
• Mukta Hasta Shirshasana A, B, C
• Baddha Hasta Shirshasana A, B, C, D
• Urdhva Dhanurasana
• Paschim

XVI. Pranayama & its cleansing and expansions

• Kumbhaka practice
• Refining the breathing flow
• Concept of Sushumna
• Understanding the idea of nadis and their chakras
• The mystical science of Swara yoga
• The power of the navel center – the seat of prana
• Balancing breath with mind practices

XVII. Mudra and its sparks

• The concept of internal mudra and its benefits
• Eye mudra practices
• Understanding the idea of stimulate and activate the chakra through mudras
• Re-gaining energy through mudra
• Positivity through various mudra practices

XVIII. Mantra & its Vibrations

• Concept of so-hum Mantra
• Universal mantra for all realizations
• Japa and ajapa practice of mantra
• Mantra for self dependent
• 7 methods of om Chantings
• Obstacles and disciplines in the path of mantra science

XVI. Meditation & its transformations

• Third eye meditation
• Open eye meditation
• Technique-less meditation
• Obstacles in the path of meditation
• Idea of expectation and results

XIX. Yoga Nidra & its Deep Silence

• Four stages of consciousness
• Yoga Nidra practice with om
• Spinal breathing practice
• Sweeping the karma through Yoga Nidra
• Yoga Nidra in the heart center
• Witnessing and observing

XX. Adjustment & Alignment Practices

• The art of adjustment in yoga for daily life
• Workshop On Head standing postures
• Cultivating an in-depth understanding of the whole body, its emotions, and vibrations while doing asana
• Balancing body weight to feel the infinity within
• Modifying asana practice according to the individual’s limitations

XXI. Teaching methodology & its confidence

• Positive & conscious communication
• Friendship and trust
• Time management
• Qualities of a teacher
• Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting
• Use of voice in class
• Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
• Class preparation
• Step-by-step class structure planning

XXII. Yoga philosophy & it’s unknown realities

• Study of Kundalini and Chakra
• Study of Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Swara Yoga, and Tantra Yoga
• Study of yoga in connection with Gita
• Health maintenance and benefits of Yoga
• Study of nourishing the Body
• Karma and non-attachment in yogic dimensions
• Four levels of consciousness
• Kundalini awakening
• Keys to successful living in yogic science
• Meditation and the spiritual heart
• Intuitive dreaming and lucid dreaming
• Meaning of birth and death in yogic science
• Reincarnation In spiritual science
• 6 main obstacles on the path of yoga
• Samadhi and its study

XXIII. Yoga anatomy & its safety and precautions

• The nine systems of the human body
• Functions of the different systems of the human body
• Introduction to sensory organs
• Neuro-muscular coordination of sensory organs
• Basic understanding of exercise physiology
• Homeostasis
• The benefits of various asanas for different parts of the human body
• Limitations and contraindications of specific yoga practices