India:
200 Yoga Teacher Training
The Teacher Training Program is appropriate for anyone who would like to deepen their personal yoga practice, cultivate greater self-awareness, and learn the art of effective and inspirational teaching. The program is designed to help individuals grow and evolve as inspired student of life and Yoga teachers. Our emphasis is on developing an insightful and intelligent practice rooted in alignment and connection to Self and others.
Kula Annex’s 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training was established in 2009 and is one of Toronto’s most comprehensive Teacher Training Programs (Yoga Alliance). Over 300 teachers have passed through our doors since 2009, and emerged as confident and talented teachers and practitioners.
As a special offering, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity to do an intensive 21 day teacher training in India!
This 200 hour multi style Yoga Teacher Training (Yoga Alliance Certified) is a 21 day course focused fully on traditional yoga in different variations: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Restorative. The course is designed to prepare you to create your own sequences and teach yoga safely to others.
The price of this course covers a private, air conditioned room with a queen size bed, 3 meals a day, and expert teachers from India.
In addition to becoming a qualified yoga teacher, you will have opportunities to explore the city, visit temples and nearby nature excursions, receive massages, and learn from local monks.
If you would like more information on our India: 200hr YTT program, we would be happy to answer your questions to discover if this program is right for you.
Payment plans are available.
For more information, please email: annex@mykula.ca
2025 Schedule
January 5 – January 25th
6 days of learning; Saturday evening and Sundays off
Why Study with Kula?
Signing up for a yoga teacher training in India offers a transformative journey that goes beyond just acquiring teaching skills. Here’s why you should consider this life-changing experience:
1. Authentic Tradition: India is the birthplace of yoga, where ancient practices and philosophies are deeply rooted in the culture. Training in India allows you to immerse yourself in the original teachings of yoga, guided by experienced instructors who have spent their lives dedicated to this discipline. You’ll gain an authentic understanding of yoga’s rich history and its spiritual essence.
2. Holistic Experience: Yoga in India is not just about physical postures but also about integrating mind, body, and spirit. This program includes practices such as meditation, pranayama (breathing techniques), and philosophy, providing a comprehensive approach to personal growth and self-awareness.
3. Inspiring Environment: Staying in Dehradun, India means living amungst ashrams, monks, and temples. The spiritual ambiance help cultivate a peaceful mindset and foster a deeper connection to your practice.
4. Cultural Immersion: Living and studying in India provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in its vibrant culture. You’ll have the chance to study with expert Indian teachers, eat Indian cuisine, learn from local monks, visit city attractions and temples, enriching your journey and broadening your perspective.
5. Community and Connection: Training programs in India attract like-minded individuals, creating a supportive and inspiring community. You’ll forge lasting friendships with fellow trainees who share your passion for yoga and personal growth, enhancing your learning experience.
6. Personal Transformation: The intensive nature of a yoga teacher training in India often leads to profound personal insights and transformation. The combination of rigorous practice, reflective study, and the supportive environment encourages significant growth, both on and off the mat.
7. Professional Growth: Completing a yoga teacher training in India can significantly enhance your credentials as a yoga teacher. The experience is not only recognized globally but also demonstrates your commitment to learning from the source. This can open doors to diverse teaching opportunities and deepen your understanding of how to guide others in their yoga journey.
Embarking on a yoga teacher training in India is more than just a certification—it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of yoga, expand your horizons, and undergo a profound personal and professional transformation.
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To discuss the program please email: annex@mykula.ca
Course Curriculum:
Fundamentals of Yoga: Asana, Meditation, Pranayama
The fundamentals of yoga will help students develop their personal practice both on and off the mat. The students will gain a solid foundation in asana practice, including: general form, breath integration, and anatomical and energetic nuances of postures.
The curriculum includes a comprehensive study of principal asana (postures) that encompass standing poses, hip openers, arm balances, backbends, inversions, twists, seated postures, and restorative poses.
Students will gain an appreciation for the importance of Pranayama (breath work), and learn teaching skills that will allow them to communicate this vital component of the yoga practice.
You will also learn the techniques and disciplines that will allow you to build and sustain a regular meditation practice throughout the program and beyond. Other components of the program, such as human anatomy, posture modification, and philosophy, will be interwoven into embodied practice.
Upon completion of the Fundamentals of Yoga, students will have an enriched understanding of mindful and efficient practice that optimally supports the needs of their mind, body, and spirit.
History and Philosophy of Yoga
Yoga has a rich and varied history, which encompasses different philosophical and religious traditions from classical to contemporary teachings. In History and Philosophy of Yoga, you will study Yoga texts and practices, with practical exercises to learn and experience these ideas. Students can expect a thorough introduction to the History and Philosophy of Yoga, how it has evolved since ancient times through to today, and learn from teachers to respect the tradition on both academic and personal levels.
Anatomy and Physiology
Becoming a skillful Yoga teacher requires a thorough understanding of the human body. In Anatomy and Physiology, you will learn the biomechanics of the human body and how they pertain to asana. You will develop a thorough understanding of the systems, muscles, and joints of the body, and how to apply this knowledge in teaching. In addition, you will learn to deconstruct postures from an anatomical perspective and modify them to benefit individual students.
The Art of Teaching
Students will learn how to apply their knowledge of Yoga philosophy, anatomy, asana, meditation and pranayama into skillfully teaching inspired and intelligent classes. You will understand how to sequence a class, and adapt your personal teaching style to the needs of your students. YTT graduates will be able to modify postures appropriately, using props and hands on adjustments. To hone your skills and increase your confidence, you will practice teaching your peers and select guests, and you will have the opportunity to observe in regular classes at Kula. You will learn to confidently take the seat of the teacher and care for your own wellbeing as you serve your community.
Teacher Training Scholarships
Kula Yoga is pleased to partner with the non–profit Wise Womxn Ways to offer two $1000 scholarships for their exciting 2021 YTT program! Kula Annex’s 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training was established in 2009 and is one of Toronto’s most comprehensive Teacher Training Programs.
Wise Womxn Ways microfunds educational endeavours that womxn feel passionate about, but that they’ve experienced barriers accessing. Their community funds are especially geared toward assisting BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and immigrants. Kula will discount $1000 each, and the not- for-profit will provide two $500 additional grants to womxn taking the 2021 training.