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Overview
Start your yoga journey with our beginner to intermediate level 200-hour online yoga teacher training course. Through daily live online yoga classes, our experienced Gurus and Instructors will guide on Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation. Apart from the daily classes, the students will receive pre-recorded videos of Anatomy and Yoga Philosophy. Along with the practice of Yoga, the course also focuses on teaching methodology so that you will get enough skills to start your teaching career.
The program includes a Manual and e-books in a PDF format, which will support your learning. At the end of the course, practicum exams will be conducted online. In order to complete the course, students should attend all the live classes, complete the pre-recorded videos, and attend the exam. Upon completion of the course, one will receive a Yoga teacher certification approved by Yoga Alliance, USA. Enroll today and learn yoga online from the comfort of your home!
Key highlights
Course Duration: 8 Weeks
Daily Live classes for consistent learning
Live classes for Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation
Pre-recorded videos of Yoga Philosophy & Anatomy
e-Books and a Manual
Course Completion Certificate
Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance - RYT 200, upon completion
Course Dates
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| 01st Jul to 26th Jul 2025 |
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| 01st Aug to 26th Aug 2025 |
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| 01st Oct to 26th Oct 2025 |
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Daily Schedule
Batch 1 (Suitable for Indians)
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06:00 AM to 07:00 AM
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Hatha Yoga / Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
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07:10 AM to 08:10 AM
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Pranayama/Meditation
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Batch 2 (Suitable for Europeans)
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CET (Central European Time)
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06:00 AM to 07:00 AM
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Hatha Yoga / Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
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07:10 AM to 08:10 AM
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Pranayama / Meditation
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Batch 2 (Suitable for Americans)
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EDT (Eastern Daylight Time)
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06:00 AM to 07:00 AM
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Hatha Yoga / Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
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07:10 AM to 08:10 AM
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Pranayama / Meditation
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RYT-200 Yoga Alliance Certification
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Beginner to Intermediate Level
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Daily Live Classes
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Duration: 8-week
Curriculum
The Nirvana Yoga School curriculum follows the standards for 200 hour yoga teacher training set by Yoga Alliance, USA. It is crafted by experienced and skilled yoga teachers and includes the following subjects:
Techniques, Training & Practice
Traditional Hatha Yoga
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Historical contexts of hatha yoga
- Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
- Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation)
- Pawan Muktasana series A, B, C
- Asanas (Postures)
- Standing Asanas
- Vajrasana Group of Asanas
- Backward Bending Asanas
- Forward Bending Asanas
- Spinal Twisting Asanas
- Balancing Asanas
- Inverted Asanas
- Relaxation Asanas
- Sequences
- Standing Sequence
- Kneeling Sequence
- Sitting Sequence
- Pronation Sequence
- Supination Sequence
- Inversion Sequence
- Twisting Sequence
- Hip-Opening Sequence
- Forward Bending Sequence
- Back Bending Sequence
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
- Historical contexts of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga including different asanas.
- Ashtanga Primary series Asanas with the asana alignment & adjustment, variations, contraindications, breathing techniques, and their benefits
- Surya Namaskar A (Sun salutation A) - 9 Vinyasas
- Surya Namaskar B (Sun salutation B) - 17 Vinyasas
- Standing asana series
- Sitting asana series
- Closing sequence
- Understanding & practice of Vinyasa Flow
Alignment & Adjustment
- Aspects of Yoga Alignment
- Various Principles of Hands-Adjustments
- Practical lessons on Alignments & Adjustment of various Asanas
Pranayama / Breathing Practices
- Historical contexts of pranayama & subtle body.
- Understanding of pranayama effects on your body.
- Four Aspects of Pranayama
- The Pranic Body
- Five Major Pranas & Five Minor Pranas
- Nadis - Channels of Prana
- Ida Pingala and Sushumna
- Location of the Nadis
- Basic Understanding of Chakras
- Different Types of Pranayama Practices
- Abdominal (or diaphragmatic) breathing
- Thoracic Breathing
- Clavicular Breathing
- Yogic Breathing
- Nadi Shodhana Pranayama/ Alternate Nostril Breathing
- Sheetali Pranayama/ Cooling Breath
- Sheetkari Pranayama
- Bhramari Pranayama
- Ujjayi Breathing
- Bhastrika Pranayama
- Kapalbhati Pranayama/ Frontal brain cleansing breath
- Surya Bhedi Pranayama
- Chandra Bhedi Pranayama
Mudras & Bandhas
- Mudras (Hand Gestures)
- Five Element Theory
- Jnana Mudra (Psychic Gesture of Knowledge)
- Chin Mudra (Psychic Gesture of Consciousness
- Hridaya Mudra (Heart Gesture)
- Shoonya Mudra (Gesture of Emptiness)
- Apan Mudra (Digestion Gesture)
- Prana Mudra (Invocation of energy)
- Vayu Mudra (Gesture of Air)
- Prithvi Mudra (Gesture of Earth)
- Buddhi Mudra (Gesture of Intellect)
- Bandhas (Energy Lock)
- Jalandhara Bandha (throat lock)
- Moola Bandha (perineum contraction)
- Uddiyana Bandha (abdominal contraction)
- Maha Bandha (the great lock)
Meditation
- History and philosophy of meditation.
- Important terms in Meditation
- Different Types of Meditation Practices
- Ajapa Japa
- Guided Meditation
- Mindfulness Meditation
- Raisin Meditation
- Trataka Meditation
- Chakra Meditation
- Yoga Nidra
Anatomy & Physiology
Yoga Anatomy, Physiology & Biomechanics
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Levels of structural complexities
- Skeletal System
- Muscular System
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Respiratory System
- Cardiovascular System
- Digestive System
- Biomechanics
- Force
- Joint Movements
- Safe Movements
Yoga Humanities
History, Yoga Philosophy & Ethics
- History of Yoga
- Origination & Meaning of Yoga
- Understanding of Patanjali Yoga Sutras
- The Eight Limbs of Yoga
- Understanding Bhagavad Gita
Professional Essentials
Teaching Methodology
- Sequencing
- Pace
- Environment & ambiance of a yoga class
- Yoga Cues
Teaching Practice
- Teaching/guiding a yoga class
- Command over teaching yoga
- Essential skills for teaching a yoga class
- Mentoring and feedback
Professional Development
- Knowledge about yoga associations and Yoga Alliance certifying system
- Ethical Pledge: Scope, Code of Conduct, and Equity
- Lifetime Learning and Education
- Professionalism, cleanliness & time management
Teachers
GURUDEV DHRUVAJI
Yoga Philosphy Instructor
Dhruvaji makes the most difficult Yoga philosophy concepts very easy to understand. He is not just experienced in teaching but realized in Yoga philosophy. His voice vibrates through all his chakras. Answering the most complex questions in the most understandable and easily implementable manner is his expertise. Dhruvaji has been a mentor to many Yogis in selfless service for the past three decades.
Education:
- Masters in Science Gold Medalist in Physical Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (1989-1994)
- E-RYT 500 Registered Yoga Teacher and YACEP Continuing Education Provider from Yoga Alliance
- Master Diploma (MD) in Yoga Therapy from Jaipur
- Diploma in Sound Therapy (DSoT) from Jaipur
Experience:
- 30 years of overall teaching experience
- 3 years of teaching experience in Rishikesh
- 6 years of teaching experience in Kerala
- 4 years of online teaching experience (Europe, USA, Australia)
Expertise:
- Yoga and Asana Philosophy
- Pranayama Philosophy and Subtleties
- Meditation Philosophy
- Higher Stages of Ashtanga Yoga
- Chakras, Ida, and Pingala Balancing
- Kundalini Sushumna Awakening
- Yoga and Meditation Music Mastering
- Mantras, Dance, Musical Instruments, Colors, Bhramara, Murchha, Nadi Shodhana, Kumbhaka, Trataka, Mudra, Gandha, and Slo-Mo Meditation
- Ayurveda Doshas, Prakriti, Vikriti
- Spiritual Questions and Answers
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YOGI MAHESH JI
Pranayama(Breathwork) Instructor
Yogi Mahesh ji is a very calm and humble yoga practitioner who is always ready to help others in whatever way he can, be it guiding or counseling, teaching the techniques of pranayama and meditation, or teaching the therapeutic effects of Yoga. His main intention is to share with others the real essence of Yoga by which we can make the best use of this human form of life. His journey of Yoga started in teenage when he was quite inquisitive about the deeper truths of life. In search of the real goal of life, he came across this beautiful process of Yoga and started practicing it. By divine arrangement, he met his Guru, and very soon within a few years he got inclined to the yogic practices and transformed from an aggressive and stressed person to a calm and peaceful soul. In the last few years, he started sharing the science of Yoga with people from around the world in different schools and NGOs. He has conducted several workshops in schools for teachers and children to help them in their studies and improve their health in a holistic way.
Education:
- E-RYT 500 registered with Yoga Alliance, USA.
- Masters in Yoga-MSC(Yoga) from Yoga University in India-SVYASA, Bangalore
Experience:
- 5+ years of teaching experience in Rishikesh
Expertise:
- Pranayama
- Meditation
- Yoga Philosophy
- Yoga Therapy
- Yoga Nidra
- Mantra Chanting
- Kirtan Yoga
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AMIT RANA
Hatha Yoga & Alignment Instructor
An individual who has a great passion for spreading positivity and wellness through the art of yoga. With a warm and charming personality, he creates a nurturing space where students feel not just heard, but truly understood. As a dedicated listener, he ensures that each student learns and embraces every aspect of the yogic journey. For him, it's about empowering individuals to cultivate a deeper connection between mind, body, and soul. Whether it's mastering a challenging pose or finding inner peace, he is committed to guiding and supporting his students every step of the way.
Education:
- Masters in Yoga from the University of Sanskrit Vishwa Vidyalaya Haridwar
- Certified 500-RYT from Yoga Padma School Rishikesh
- CCY (Certification Course Yoga) from Kaiwalyadhama
- Practiced Iyenger yoga under Gurus such as Usha Mata, Swami Rudra Deva Gowda, Praveen Nair, and Eyles Shefronn for about 7 years
Experience:
- 12+ years of overall teaching experience
- 7+years of teaching experience in Rishikesh
- 4 years of teaching experience in Hongkong, China
Expertise:
- Hatha Yoga
- Alignment Adjustment
- Iyengar Yoga
- Pranayama
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AISHWARYA UPADHYAY
Anatomy & Physiology Instructor
Aishwarya is a young, qualified, certified, and experienced yoga teacher who still keeps a keen interest in learning and exploring Yoga. She has a deep understanding of yoga asana, pranayama & meditation and articulates this knowledge in a clear and easy way for yoga students to understand. Her journey in yoga started in 2011 when she was a participant in the XXII National Yoga Meet. She continued her yoga after achieving a Master's degree in Food and Nutrition. She plans her every class in a very professional manner taking care of all the important things that can help in easy and effective learning of her students. She is not just a good orator but a great listener too & thus addresses the concerns of each student, which encourages and motivates them throughout the course. She has a strong personal practice and is still dedicated to her own continued learning, due to which she is able to notice the subtle differences in each student's body and give guidance that's appropriate for each individual. Along with Yoga, she is a nutritional counselor. With the help of her Yoga & Nutrition dual knowledge and experience, she is looking forward to enlightening more and more people and creating a positive & healthy environment as far as possible.
Education:
- M.A. in Yogic Science (Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University)
- P.G. Diploma in Yogic Science (Uttarakhand Sanskrit University)
- M.Sc. in Food Science & Nutrition (Banasthali Vidyapeeth)
- 500 hours Certified Yoga Teacher from Yoga Alliance
- Certified in an 85-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training course
- Certified with 85 hours of Pre-natal Yoga Teacher Training course
- Certified with 85 hours of Aerial yoga TTC
- Certified with foundational level-1, 2,3 courses of Sound Healing, Tibetan Bowl Therapy
- Certified with Basic Pranic Healing from All India Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation Trust
Experience:
- 5+ years of overall teaching experience.
- 3+ years of teaching experience in Rishikesh.
- 6 months of experience as a Nutritionist in a hospital in Lucknow.
Expertise:
- Yin Yoga
- Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow
- Yog Anatomy
- Alignment & Adjustment
- Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga
- Hatha Yoga
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NAVEEN MINGWAL
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Instructor
Dedicated and passionate Yoga Teacher Trainer with a wealth of experience in the field. With a strong background in yogic science and a 500-hour yoga TTC certification from Yoga Alliance U.S.A., he has been actively involved in teaching yoga teachers since 2015. His commitment to the art of yoga has led him to train over 1000 teachers in India and abroad, with a significant hold on Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga. Additionally, he also taught in many countries abroad. He is also one of the most flexible and favorite teachers of our students over the period of time. His extensive experience, coupled with his academic qualifications, reflects his dedication to promoting the principles and practice of yoga on a global scale.
Education:
- 500-RYT certified Yoga Teacher
- Certified Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher
Experience:
- 8+years of teaching experience in Rishikesh
- Taught in countries like Vietnam and China
Expertise:
- Ashtanga Yoga
- Vinyasa Flow
- Hatha Yoga
- Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga
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Testimonials
Amazing experience at Nirvana Yoga School! Completed my Online Yoga Teacher Training here and gained so much knowledge, skills, and transformation. Instructors were experienced, supportive, and passionate. The curriculum was comprehensive, covering physical and philosophical aspects. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a genuine Yoga education!
I recently finished the 200-hour RYS yoga teacher training online with this school, and it was such a great experience! The program covered Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, meditation, and pranayama, and everything was explained so clearly and thoughtfully. What I loved most were the live online classes every day in the morning. The instructors made it feel like we were all in the same room, even though we were online. They were so kind and patient, always taking the time to answer my questions and make sure I really understood everything.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to complete 200 hours of online yoga teacher training?
The course duration is 8 weeks with daily live classes and recorded videos.
Does the teacher correct us during the live classes?
Yes, the teacher will be watching the students and making necessary corrections with verbal instructions.
What is the average group size?
The average group size will be 15-20 students per batch.
Are the students allowed to ask questions during the live classes?
Yes, students can ask their questions during the live classes.
Is it mandatory to attend the live classes?
Yes, it is mandatory. The attendance will be taken into consideration for the certification
Should I complete the online pre-recorded videos as well?
For Yoga Philosophy and Anatomy, pre-recorded videos will be provided. One should complete watching these videos as well in order to get certified.
What is the best age for yoga classes?
You can practice yoga at any age. The minimum requirement to do the 200-hour online teacher training course is 16 years.
Is it OK to learn yoga online?
It is okay to practice yoga online, provided the teachers are experienced and qualified to teach with verbal instructions. We have a great team of teachers and Gurus who can guide these students to learn the various aspects of yoga from the comfort of their home. So you can learn the best even if you're miles away.
How to get a yoga certificate?
To get a yoga certificate, one must complete a 200-hour yoga teacher training program and attend the exams. The Yoga Alliance is a common certification body for yoga instructors.