Courses in Yoga

Yoga is one of the six Indian philosophical systems. In the last century, out of the 8 limbs of Yoga, the 2 limbs Asanas (postures) & Pranayama (life force regulation) became popular as they had practices to experience the benefits. At Shrimath, we have drafted principles & practices to help our course participants experience the benefits of the other limbs as well.

These courses are approved by Government of India supported Indian Yoga Association (IYA), World Yoga Federation (WYF), Yoga Alliance International (YAI) & portions of it is eligible for YACEP from Yoga Alliance (US)

Foundation

This is designed as an entry level Yoga certification course by IYA with 50 hours is the duration. The IYA syllabus: Foundation Course in Yoga - Indian Yoga Association (yogaiya.in)

In addition to this syllabus, at Shrimath, we prepare participants for 100 hours certification from Yoga Alliance International by imparting 45 additional postures, 2 levels of Yoga Nidra & inputs from Veda & Tantra.

Duration

14 days (residential)

27 days (online) + 18 days online practice post course completion. Total: 72 hours

Course Fees

Online: INR 18,000 (Indians) USD 360 (others)

Residential: INR 42,000 (Ind.) USD 840 (others)

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Certificate

This is designed as a superior course to the standard 200hrs Yoga Teacher Training Course. The IYA syllabus: Certificate Course in Yoga - Indian Yoga Association (yogaiya.in)

In addition to the above syllabus, at Shrimath, the complete Pawanamuktasana series (34 postures), 36 other postures, 3 Pranayama techniques, 4 levels of Yoga Nidra, 2 levels of Antar Mouna and inputs from Tantra & Veda are taught.

Duration

27 days (residential)

54 days (online) + 27 days online practice post course completion. Total: 135 hours

Course Fee

Online: INR 36,000 (Indians) USD 675 (others)

Residential: INR 81,000 (Ind.) USD 1620 (others)

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Advance Certificate

This course includes the standard 500hrs Yoga Teacher Training Course. The IYA syllabus: Advance Certificate Course in Yoga - Indian Yoga Association (yogaiya.in)

Over and above the prescribed syllabus, at Shrimath, the complete Pawanamuktasana series (34 postures), 45 other postures, 6 Pranayama techniques, 6 levels of Yoga Nidra, 2 levels of Antar Mouna and inputs from Tantra & Veda are taught.

Duration

45 days (residential)

72 days (online) + 63 days online practice post course completion. Total: 207 hours

Course Fee

Online: INR 60,000 (Indians) USD 1035 (others)

Residential: INR 1,35,000 (In.) USD 2700 (others)

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A day at Shrimath...

Yogasana & Pranayama

Traditional Yoga as taught by Bihar School of Yoga is followed at Shrimath. 126 Asana & 9 Pranayama techniques are taught in this 27day course through 2 sessions daily followed by a self-practice session too.

Yoga Philosophy

Philosophy sessions revolve around concepts from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras & Bhagawad Gita.

At Shrimath, apart from the above texts, inputs & processes from Tirumular Tirumandiram, Gheranda Samhita, Siva Samhita, & Hatha Yoga Pradipika are taught. Thus, Yoga as a way of life becomes clear.

Mudra

Mudra is a separate are of study in Tantra. It is important for Yoga practitioners to know & practice at least a dozen of them to deepen their experience of Yogasana, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra & Meditation

Kriya

Kriya (cleansing techniques) is an integral part of Hatha Yoga. There are 6 classifications & participants learn 3 important ones - Jala Neti, Vamana & Laghu Shankaprakshlana during their course of study

Meditation

Meditation is the 7th limb of Yoga. The wise say that it is the best appointment of the day with the most important person in our lives i.e. us.

At Shrimath, Meditation with and without Mantra are taught with time tested steps to derive optimum benefits from the same.

Working with Rural School

Shrimath works closely with the Government school so that the students get exposure to new learning and approaches from our course participants.

Daily 45 minutes you would get opportunity to teach these kids during the course of your study.

Pilgrimage

Pilgrimages are an important aspect of internalizing one's learning. From Shrimath we take participants to Tiruvannamalai, Sringeri, Varanasi, Tala Cauvery as well as the places associated with the Chakras in the body.

Working with Nature

One of the most therapeutic activities is working with nature, daily. The course participants take part in the farm activities daily as a part of their stay and study.

What one batch sows the subsequent batches reap! This activity fosters 'givers mindset' & patience.