Yoga Teacher Training Courses (TTC)

The 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course at Anandmaya Yoga Academy is not just a program—it is a soul-deep pilgrimage into the ancient roots of yoga, guided by sacred Himalayan wisdom and the transformative energy of Rishikesh. Designed for beginners and sincere practitioners, this immersive 11-day journey creates a strong foundation in yogic science, seamlessly blending the physical, energetic, and spiritual dimensions of the practice. At the heart of our training lies a powerful integration of Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa, taught with precision in alignment, sequencing, and breath awareness. Each day begins with grounding practices of Pranayama and Meditation, awakening your pranic intelligence and centering your awareness in the present moment.

In addition to daily yoga practice, the curriculum includes Yoga Philosophy, where we explore the timeless teachings of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita; Yoga Anatomy, which bridges ancient wisdom witWhat makes this course truly unique is the inclusion of Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) and Sound Healing, two ancient sciences that amplify the spiritual depth of your journey. Through personalized astrological insights, you’ll gain awareness of your life’s karmic patterns, planetary energies, and dharmic path—allowing you to align your practice with cosmic intelligence. Our Sound Healing sessions, using instruments like singing bowls, gongs, didgeridoos, and flutes, help release emotional blockages and restore vibrational harmony in the body and mind. These powerful modalities are not only healing—they also serve as tools for deeper meditation and inner stillness.

h modern understanding of the body; and Ayurveda, where you’ll discover your dosha and learn how to balance your lifestyle accordingly. Mantra chanting, yogic ethics, and satsangs further enrich the spiritual atmosphere, creating a deeply immersive and uplifting experience.

Though this course does not provide Yoga Alliance certification, it is an excellent step for those who wish to later pursue a 200-hour TTC, and it also fulfills YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education) hours for existing teachers. With nourishing sattvic meals, serene Ganga-side accommodation, and the guidance of experienced teachers, this program invites you to step into a lifestyle of harmony, awareness, and sacred purpose. At Anandmaya, you don’t just learn yoga—you live it.
 

The 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC) at Anandmaya Yoga Academy in Rishikesh is a sacred and comprehensive journey into the heart of authentic yogic tradition, accredited by Yoga Alliance USA and infused with the unique spiritual richness of the Himalayas. This in-depth, residential program offers more than just teacher training—it is a life-changing immersion into the wisdom of yoga, guiding you toward mastery of the self through disciplined practice and conscious living. What sets Anandmaya apart is our exclusive offering of “3 Yoga Certification”—a rare and transformative integration of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, and Traditional Himalayan Kundalini practices, making our school one of the few in India authorized to certify you in this powerful multi-dimensional method.

Across 25 days, students dive deep into the physical, energetic, and philosophical dimensions of yoga. Daily practices include Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga, with over 60 foundational asanas taught with precision in alignment, breath control, and spiritual intention. Pranayama, meditation, Yoga Nidra, and kriyas are woven into the schedule to harmonize prana and elevate awareness. From Day 1, students are trained in adjustments, anatomy, alignment, and sequencing so they develop both theoretical knowledge and practical teaching confidence. But the Anandmaya experience transcends posture—it is a path of inner transformation.

Our curriculum uniquely integrates Vedic Astrology (Jyotish), where you will explore your birth chart to understand your karmic blueprint, doshas, planetary strengths, and life purpose. This spiritual knowledge empowers your yoga practice with deeper self-awareness and helps align your sadhana with universal rhythms. Additionally, our Sound Healing sessions, offered through the powerful vibrations of singing bowls, rainsticks, gongs, and flutes, are designed to purify emotional layers, calm the nervous system, and expand meditative depth.

Beyond the mat, you will engage in enriching studies of Yoga Philosophy, based on the Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita; Yogic Ethics and lifestyle; Ayurveda, including a workshop on body constitutions; and Teaching Methodology to prepare you for professional instruction. This training qualifies you to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200), allowing you to teach internationally with confidence and authenticity.

Set along the holy banks of the Ganga in Rishikesh—the birthplace of yoga—this course is a portal to inner evolution. With sattvic food, sacred rituals, fire ceremonies, a supportive sangha (community), and the serene power of the Himalayas, Anandmaya Yoga Academy offers not just certification, but a profound rebirth of body, mind, and soul. Come as a student—leave as a teacher, healer, and awakened soul.