Teacher Training

 

Teacher Training Course

1. What is the duration of the Teacher Training Course?
   The Teacher Training Course (TTC) runs for a full 4 weeks. Classes will be given from Monday to Saturday. Sunday will be a rest day.
2. How many intakes are there in a year?
   Yoga India offers 5 TTC intakes a year.
3. When are the Course dates?
   The TTC Course is held in January, March, May, September and November each year. For actual enrolment dates and deadlines, please email your enquiry to yogaindia@gmail.com
4. How many students are accepted in each intake?
   Yoga India only accepts a maximum of 16 students each intake.
5. How do I qualify to enroll in the TTC?
   The TTC is only for experienced (or at least intermediate) students with more than a year's strong and consistent yoga practice.
6. Is the Foundation Course a Pre-Requisite for the Yoga India Teacher Training Course?
   Yes, for practitioners with one year or less strong yoga practice, or those with specific health problems.
   For practitioners with more than a year's strong practice, they can apply directly to the Teacher Training Course.
7. What is covered in the Teacher Training Course?
   The TTC is divided into 7 general sections, designed to meet the requirements of the Yoga Alliance.
   • Technique: includes the training and practice of asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, and meditation.
   • Teaching: includes the training and teaching of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher and the student's process of learning.
   • Anatomy and Physiology :includes the study of physical anatomy, the skeleton, organs and muscles, cardiovascular system, Pancha Kosha  & nutrition.
   • Philosophy and Ethics :this part includes the study of yoga scriptures, ethics for yoga teachers, life of a yogi.
   • Practicum : In these hours, the students are required to lead their own classes to gain confidence and harness the right principles of being a yoga teacher.
   • Karma Yoga :the students are required to perform selfless acts e.g. helping to run the Yoga-school, office work, organization and public relations.
   • Self-practice : study of books and discussions and practise of all the above mentioned topics in a group
8. Is the Course taught in English?
   Yes.
9. Will there be a written and practical exam at the end of the Course?
   Yes, you will be assessed in both written and teaching evaluation exams at the end of the Course. The assessment exams are structured to meet the standards of the Yoga Alliance.
10. What accreditation will I receive after completing the TTC?
    Upon meeting the attendance and disciplinary requirements of the TTC and Yoga Alliance, and upon passing your written and teaching evaluation exams, you will receive the 200-Hour Yoga Alliance certification from Yoga India.
11. Will a Course Manual be provided?
    Yes, you will be provided with a Course Training Manual. You will also receive an optional list of additional/recommended reading titles, which you can purchase from the local bookstore in Mysore.
12. What am I required to bring along for the Course?
    Apart from your own travel and daily necessities, please ensure that you bring along your own yoga mat, a notebook and some pens for the Course.
13. How much is the Course Fee?
    Please write to us. 
14. How do I register and pay for the fees?
    Please complete the Online Application form, and email it to the Director of Yoga India at yogaindia@gmail.com. We will forward you instructions on fee remittance once your application has been confirmed.Full tuition (payable in advance, in Indian Rupees) is required in order to secure your participation in the TTC.
    Fees paid will not be refunded nor transferred under any circumstances.
15. What if I don't want to become a yoga teacher after completing the TTC?
    There are always a small number of students who take the 200-hour Yoga Alliance TTC without the set goal of becoming a teacher. Their reasons for this approach include a sincere desire to go deeper in their personal practice and to gain real knowledge and experience of immersing in a yogic lifestyle, under the guidance and tutelage of a yoga master.
    Whatever your personal goals are, Yoga India always welcomes the open-hearted, sincere desire to learn the principles and philosophy of yoga, to achieve liberation.
16. Where can I stay during the training?
    Every trainee is responsible for his or her own room and board and the expense for these arrangements fall outside the cost of tuition. There are many rooms and apartments for rent near the Yoga India shala. It is recommended to stay within 5-10 minutes' walk from the shala, as classes start very early in the morning.
    
    For more information on who to contact on room and board, as well as how to get around Gokulam during your training, visit www.yogaindia-mysore.blogspot.com
17. What are the meal options?
    As with accommodations, you are responsible for your meals. There are many wonderful vegetarian restaurants and catered home-cooked meals available in Gokulam, at very affordable prices. Alternatively, you can choose to cook your own meals if your landlord provides you with that option.
    
    For more information on where to eat and shop for groceries, visit www.yogaindia-mysore.blogspot.com
18. What if I have to miss a few days or hours?
    Due to the intensive nature of the TTC, you are required to be available for the entire duration of your training. Punctuality is very important.
    
    On-site hours meet and surpass the Yoga Alliance minimum standards and categories of training. In addition, we encourage you to lead a yogic lifestyle throughout your intensive course of study. It is not advisable to schedule other activities or take other part-time courses during the TTC. We have set aside this whole time to be with you and expect and want you to be 100% with us.
    
    Absence is discouraged. Yoga India only allows a maximum of 2 missed classes per month. After that, you will not be allowed to enter the premises.