500 Hour
500 hour Yoga Teacher Training
Description
Our 500-hour Yoga Teachers Training Course is a highly advanced master level course and is 8 weeks in duration.
The course is designed to guide you into the authentic wisdom of Yoga as described in the ancient Yoga texts and provide a way to practically implement these principles in modern life.
This master level course is ideal for those who seek to become advanced professional yoga teachers.
Our 500-hour Yoga training course, is a combination of the 200 hours and 300 hours courses.
It is conducted in two semesters, with the first level of 200 Hours Yoga TTC forming the first 4 weeks of the course.
This is then followed by a week of semester holidays followed by 300 Hours Yoga training for the next four weeks.
The 500-hour TTC has a duration of 9 weeks in total, which includes 8 weeks of teaching time.
Upon completion of the entire course, students are eligible for registration with the Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT).
This 8 weeks course comprises Yoga Philosophy, Multi-style Yoga Asana which includes Hatha and Vinyasa flow, Ashtanga vinyasa, alignments training, Pranayama, various Mediation techniques, Kriyas, Yogic anatomy and physiology and Mantra chanting.
Throughout the course, our students are trained in professional teaching methodology to prepare them to become professional Yoga teachers of the highest caliber.
500 Hour – Course Overview
It’s a Master level Advanced Yoga Teacher Training Course conducted over a period of 8-9 weeks.
This Master level consolidated course is ideal for those who want to delve into the profound depths of Yoga in one go without going through the 200 hour and 300-hour Yoga Teachers Training Courses separately.
The intensity and continuity of this program will enable deeper assimilation of the Yoga teachings, thereby holding you in good stead for becoming a Master Level Yoga Teacher.
The first 4 weeks covers the content of the 200 Hours Yoga TTC and the second 4 weeks covers more advanced content, the syllabus of 300 Hour Yoga TTC. In this way, the 500-hour TTC takes the student swiftly from beginner level to advanced master level.
Upon completion of the 500-hour TTC, students can register with the Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) which will enable our students to teach internationally at the highest standard.
This eight-week module covers the following:
- In depth Yoga Philosophy study of a wide range of the ancient Yoga texts.
- Multi-style Yoga Asana which includes Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga Yoga with balancing and high precision-based alignments and sequences.
- Pranayama and other Yoga based breathing techniques.,
- A variety of meditation techniques, mantra chanting and other processes to enhance stillness of the mind.
- Kriyas (deep cleansing detoxification processes) as prescribed by the ancient Yoga Texts.
- Anatomy and physiology as described in modern science as well as the ancient Yoga Texts.
- Professional teaching methodology to prepare students to become Master Level professional Yoga teachers
Dates & Fee (Rishikesh, India)
500 Hrs TTC Dates | Private Room | Shared Room | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|
Dates to be confirmed | $ 2,600 USD | $ 2,400 USD | RYT 500 – Yoga Alliance |
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Detail Course
Become Certified Yoga Instructor from Anadi Yoga Centre - RYS 200, 300 & 500
- Yoga Style: Hatha & Vinyasa & Ashtanga
- Certification: RYT 500 (Yoga Alliance)
- Language: English
- Course Type: Residential & Intensive
- Level: Beginners & Intermediate
Course Inclusions
- 500 Hour YTTC Material
- 3 Organic Vegetarian Meals
- Private Room with Attached Bath
- Sightseeing / Excursions on Sundays
- Yoga bag, Yoga mat, Notebook, and T-shirt
All you need to know
Travel, stay, health and safety
How do I book Anadi Yoga School Programmes?
You can book your yoga course online, filling the application form. Youll be asked to pay 20% of the course fee, the rest should be payed in cash once you reach the school.
Are there any age restrictions for the programme?
Our programmes are open to those between the ages of 18 and 60. However, in certain cases, we may waive the age limits.
If you fall outside the age limits, please contact us, and we will use our discretion to decide if you can attend the programme of your choice.
What is the refund policy if I cancel my booking?
No refund will be offered for any programme cancelled by you. However, in exceptional circumstances and at our discretion, we may offer to hold your payment against any future programmes booked within a specified timeframe.
Please note that this will only be done at the discretion of the Anadi Management team and will therefore not apply in the majority of cases.
What if I leave my programme before it ends?
If you leave the programme before it ends, you will not receive any certifications in the case of the Yoga Teachers Training Courses (there are no certifications for the other programmes).
A break in the continuity of the programme is not permissible.
In other words, if you take a break from the course outside what is prescribed in the course schedule you cannot compensate for it by enrolling onanother programme.
You will have to restart the programme and pay the full fees due for another programme.
In the case of Yoga Teachers Training Courses no certification will be awarded where there is a voluntary break in the continuity of the course.
Will I have any breaks whilst I am on an Anadi Programme?
Anadi has scheduled breaks built into all programmes. Breaks outside the schedule are not advised by Anadi.
For the Yoga Teachers Training Course, any break may jeopardise the acquisition of your certificate of completion.
For the retreats,any breaks will affect the benefits and learning you can obtain from the programme
Will Anadi arrange any outings during the course of the programmes?
Anadi will arrange special outings for all participants so that you can get a feel of Rishikesh and its surrounds.
Places of historical, spiritual will be selected along with places of natural beauty.
In this way you will be able to imbibe the history, serenity and vibe of Rishikesh.
Will I have to pay for excursions arranged by Anadi?
No, Anadi will not be charging extra for these excursions.
These costs are included within the programme fees.
Can I arrange my own outings in and around Rishikesh?
Yes, you can arrange your own outings as per the time off scheduled by Anadi.
You will need to inform Anadi where you will be going and how long you will be away for.
Anadi can also guide you on the best places to visit. Any outings you arrange by yourself will need to be paid for by you and not by Anadi.
Are there any interesting places to visit in and around Rishikesh?
Rishikesh and its surrounds abound with places of interest.
From natural scenic beauty to places of historical interest, just take your pick; and most are within Rishikesh or within a close proximity.
Here is a list of some of the most popular places visited by Anadi School participants:
- The numerous white sandy beaches in and around Rishikesh.
- VasishtaGufa (a cave where the ancient Sage Vasishta meditated).
- KunjaPuri Temple ( an ancient temple of the Goddess).
- Haridwar (translated as the gateway to God); this is usually the starting point for the pilgrimages up to the higher regions of the Himalayas. Haridwar itself has many places of historical and spiritual interest.
- A famous temple by the name of Neel Kant Mahadev.
How is the weather Rishikesh in, and what clothes shall I bring? There are five main seasons in Rishikesh with the approximate temperatures are as below:
- Autumn from mid-Sept to mid-December.
- Winter from mid-December to mid-February.
- Spring from mid-February to mid-April • Summer from mid-April to mid-June.
- Monsoon from mid-June to mid-Sept However due to global warming, there may be freak changes in weather from time to time.
What to bring to Rishikesh
- Mosquito repellent, especially for the rainy and hot seasons
- Sunscreen
- Loose fitting clothes for Yoga
- Going out clothes that suit the culture and surrounds of Rishikesh (see dress code below
- Clothing according to the season – described in the section on ‘seasons’ above
- Your digital accessories though we would like you to keep your use of digital appliances to a bare minimum
- Your bathroom toiletries though you can get a lot of very high quality product in Rishikesh. You may prefer, however, to use the ones you are used to
- Towels though we do provide them
- Sanitary pads or cups for your periods though Rishikesh does have sanitary pads, albeit not as good in quality as you might get from your country. Rishikesh also has cloth sanitary reusable pads.
- Any prescribed medicines or supplements.
We do suggest that you travel as light as a minimalist life is part of the Yoga lifestyle, but at the same time we do not want you to waste your precious time shopping for bits and pieces that you could have brought from your home.
We are not suggesting that you jump into the heights of austerities like our ancient yogis, who lived with a loin cloth or two and managed with whatever came their way.
Other than the above, Rishikesh has most things available apart from the full of array of digital accessories already described, so if you do forget something, rest assured it is likely to be available here.
Rishikesh has changed significantly over the years. It used to be primarily the home and pilgrimage point of the saints and traditional people from villages.
Now we see a buzzing young community from India and across the globe, as well as a variety of dress codes from the ancient to the highly modern.
However, Anadi School still recommends that you go with the traditional dress culture sense so as to avoid conflict with the local community and the standards of authentic Yoga.
Yoga is based on ahimsa which can also be translated as ‘respect’ so we do advise that you respect the culture in which Yoga is entrenched.
In practical terms, this means the following:
For women: wear clothes that reveal as little of your body parts as possible. Avoid exposing the upper arms, cleavage and legs is the most important.
We also advise you not to wear very tight clothing that reveals your figure. Not only will you be respecting Indian and Yoga Culture, you will protect yourself from unnecessary attention and harassment (though this rarely happens in Rishikesh).
Furthermore, exposing less of your body will reduce your risk of sunburn and wearing non body-hugging clothes will help your body breathe.
One last thing we suggest, wear natural fabrics as much as possible so that your skin can breathe better; this will help to keep you healthier.
For men: different rules apply though too much exposure of body not recommended for the reasons of sunburn.
We also suggest you wear natural fibres and non-body hugging clothes for the reasons mentioned above in the women’s section.
How much money to bring for my programme at Anadi School?
Well, how long is a piece of string? Your stay at AnadiYoga Centre does not require you to have any money.
You may want to carry a certain amount of money to buy your daily needs items as well as clothes, gifts and handicrafts. So the choice is yours.
Rishikesh has an abundance of ATM’s so there is no need to carry much cash with you. Money changers are also available, but we do suggest for your own safety that you use your ATM card if necessary.
International Credit and Debit Cards are also accepted by many shops. Nowadays, the QR (quick response) System is used commonly in most shops, be they big or small.
However, to use QR you need an Indian Bank. Of course, if you intend to stay a longer time in India, please allocated funds for that as per your need.
Should you run short of funds and require funds from abroad, you may use the services offered by TransferWise and PayPal for inward remittances.
We offer clean, light and airy accommodation at Anadi Yoga to suit your budget.
Our rooms are regularly cleaned by our staff; this gives you more time to focus on the programme you have chosen.
Should you have any queries about accommodation, please feel free to contact us, and we will happily advise you on the best option for you.
What kind of food will I get at Anadi Yoga Centre?
We serve organic vegetarian meals 3 times a day. We also offer you herbal teas and an unlimited supply of hot water.
AnadiYoga food is based on Yoga and Ayurveda principles which means that they are non-spicey, light, nutritious, easy to digest and help optimise wellness of the mind and body.
Should you have any dietary needs/preferences such as gluten-free/vegan etc we are usually able to accommodate them after prior discussion between you and the relevant persons at Anadi.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any special requests and queries about your food requirements, and we will do our best to cater for your needs.
Can I eat my own food at Anadi School?
Anadi has a carefully designed diet for optimum wellness during the programmes.
If you want to eat out or bring outside food into Anadi, please consult with the Anadi management beforehand. Non-vegetarian food including meat, fish and eggs are not permissible on the Anadi Yoga premises.
Furthermore, consumption of such foods during any of the Anadi programmes will drastically reduce the benefits that can be gained from the programme in question.
In other words, AnadiSchool strictly advises against the consumption of such foods during the course of the programme.
Laundry
We do not have laundry facilities available at the Anadi School, so you may avail these services outside at an extra cost.
Should there be any damage to your clothes, Anadi Yoga School will not be held responsible
Internet
We, at AnadiYoga Centre offer you free unlimited internet ( not that you will have much time to use it).
Our internet is high speed and generally in a working condition. However, there are the occasional network breakdowns, beyond our control and sometimes freak weather, like rainstorms, can impair the functioning of our internet.
We do not have any PCs for you to use, so you will need to bring your own gadgets to connect to our Wi-Fi.
Air-conditioning and heating
Our rooms do not have air conditioning; we have fans that you can use as and when required. Heating is provided via blow heaters if necessary.
Please use our electrical facilities with care and conversation to avoid escalation of unnecessary costs for the Anadi School and to minimize your carbon footprints.
Our Yoga Hall is neither heated nor air-conditioned so that you can breathe in pure unadulterated air
Is Anadi School safe and is Rishikesh safe?
Anadi School is a safe place, and we have done all we can to make Anadi a safe haven for all who come here; there have been no reported mishaps here at Anadi School.
As far as Rishikesh is concerned, the crime rate is very low compared to most places in India.
We do however recommend that you take the following precautions to keep safe in Rishikesh:
- Dress according to the dress code we suggest
- Don’t travel to secluded places alone; go in groups
- Don’t walk around after dark unless you are in a group
- Don’t accept lifts from strangers
- Don’t eat food offered by strangers
- Don’t stay overnight alone in an unknown place
What are the medical facilities available at the Anadi School and in Rishikesh and how do you do deal with medical emergencies?
Anadi Yoga Centre is connected to a local medical practitioner who can be called to the Anadi premises if required.
Other than that, Rishikesh has many medical practitioners as well as hospitals and clinics should the need arise.
There are also numerous Ayurveda practitioners as well as several multidisciplinary hospitals should you require an alternative way of healing; please note that alternative healing may not be appropriate in acute emergency situations.
Can I take non-prescribed drugs or alcohol during the Anadi programmes?
Alcohol and narcotics are strictly prohibited during any of the Anadi programmes, and they must not be brought onto the Anadi premises nor should they be consumed for the duration of the programme (even off the Anadi premises).
Consumption of such substances whilst on Anadi programmes could not only be extremely injurious to your health but will substantially reduce the benefits you are likely to gain from the programmes.
Can I attend the programmes if I have a medical condition or am pregnant?
Should you have a medical condition or are pregnant, please disclose this to us beforehand and provide a medical certificate from your medical practitioner to show us your fitness to attend the programme.
Should you fail to disclose your medical condition, and it becomes apparent to us during the course, we may ask you to leave the programme on medical grounds and there will be NO refund of any fees paid.
Anadi seeks to enhance your health and wellness and would not want to jeopardise your health status if we feel that attending the chosen programme would be detrimental to your health.
Shall I take any vaccines to enter India?
There are certain vaccines that are recommended, but the choice is yours.
Please check with your Medical Practitioner regarding which vaccines you need to take, if any. Now, with the prevalence of COVID, there may be COVID vaccines you need to take; India as of now does not require you to have taken a COVID vaccine to enter; however these rules may change from time to time.
The country you are departing from or seeking to enter may have COVID vaccine requirements, so please make sure you are up-to-date with the rules and regulations of COVID before you depart from India.
The rules are liable to change from time to time, and so it is imperative that you do your own research on this matter.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the Teacher Training
The 500 hour TTC is the most advanced type of Yoga Certification you can receive at the present time.
It provides profound practical and experiential knowledge of Yoga
It is definitely worth doing the 500 hour TTC if you want to live a Yoga lifestyle to its fullest and/or you want to become a highly proficient teacher for advanced students
An RYT 200 will offer basic and beginner Yoga teaching skills.
On the other hand, the RYT 500 will offer highly advanced Yoga teaching skills, which will enable the teacher to teach at highly advanced levels.
So long as you have completed the 200-hour Yoga TTC you may become a teacher, however the more you practice and teacher the more your teaching will improve.
When you move onto the 300 and 500 hour Yoga TTC's you will be even more highly proficient at teaching.
There will be more emphasis on advanced asanas, pranyamas and meditation techniques as well as Yoga philosophy.
Furthermore, more in depth Yoga Teaching skills will be taught along with in depth alignment and balance
It takes 8 to 9 weeks to complete the course.
The course will be split into 2 sets of 4 weeks with a study week in-between, or a couple of days in between.
There is a requirement that you follow the schedule in its entirety; failure to do so may result in not getting certified as an RYT 500.
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