300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

In this advanced module of the 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, you’ll move beyond the foundational postures to explore deeper expressions of each asana. The practice will challenge your limits, refine your alignment, and strengthen your body-mind connection.

Rooted in the traditional yogic system, advanced asana practice fosters not only physical mastery but also inner discipline, consistency, and resilience — the essence of an advanced yogi.

What you’ll learn:

• Detailed breakdown of intermediate-to-advanced asanas
• Safe alignment principles and progressive modifications
• The energetic effects of each posture (chakras, prana flow)
• Developing personal sadhana (dedicated daily practice)
• Yogic discipline and mindfulness in movement

Your training includes:

• Daily guided advanced asana sessions
• Hands-on adjustments and prop use for precision
• Postural analysis and anatomy-based alignment tips
• Space for self-practice and instructor feedback

Each posture becomes more than just a physical pose — it becomes a mirror for inner transformation and yogic strength.

Mantra chanting is an integral part of the 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, helping students attune themselves to the spiritual vibrations of the universe.

Rooted in ancient yogic tradition, each mantra carries profound meaning and energy that supports transformation at the physical, mental, and spiritual levels.

Through the repetition of sacred sounds, students cultivate deep focus, clarity, and inner peace.

This meditative practice purifies the energy channels (nadis), uplifts consciousness, and enhances emotional resilience. Open to all seekers, mantra chanting is a universal path toward harmony and divine connection.

What you’ll learn & practice:

• The significance of sacred mantras in yoga and Vedic tradition
• Proper pronunciation, rhythm, and intent (bhava) during chanting
• Meditative practices using mantras to focus the mind and expand awareness
• Daily recitation for inner alignment and spiritual growth

Mantras included in your training:

• Om Asato Maa Sadgamaya – From the Upanishads
• Tvameva Mata Cha Pita Tvameva – Sloka on divine presence
• Om Tryambakam Yajamahe – Mahamrityunjaya mantra (Lord Shiva)
• Om Sahana Vavatu – Peace mantra for teacher–student harmony
• Om Sahana Vavatu – Peace mantra for teacher–student harmony
• Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu – Guru Stotram
• Yogena Cittasya – Tribute to Sage Patanjali
• Hare Rama, Hare Krishna – Maha Mantra for devotion
• Vakratunda Mahakaya – Ganesha invocation
• Om Bhur Bhuvah Swaha – Gayatri Mantra

Mantra Sadhana gently opens the heart, strengthens your sadhana (spiritual practice), and draws you closer to the deeper essence of yogic life.

In this module, students delve deeper into the dynamic discipline of Ashtanga Yoga and the creative sequencing of Vinyasa Yoga, building on their foundational knowledge from earlier training.

The focus is on mastering the breath-synchronized movements, refining alignment, and gaining a solid understanding of advanced-level asanas.

This part of the course strengthens your body and mind, boosts stamina, and increases flexibility — preparing you to confidently lead powerful, flowing yoga sessions. Each practice encourages mindfulness in movement and helps develop your unique teaching voice.

What you’ll practice and master:

• Surya Namaskar A & B – Building energy and rhythm through breath and movement
• Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa) – With focus on advanced transitions and alignment
• Intro to Intermediate Series Postures – For flexibility, balance, and strength

Key Asanas Covered:

• Padangusthasana – Big Toe Pose
• Padahastasana – Hand Under Foot Pose
• Utthita Trikonasana – Triangle Pose
• Parivrtta Trikonasana – Revolved Triangle
• Utthita Parvakonasana – Extended Side Angle
• Parivrtta Parsvakonasana – Revolved Side Angle
• Prasarita Padottanasana A–D – Wide-Legged Forward Bends
• Parsvottanasana – Intense Side Stretch
• Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana – Extended Hand-to-Big-Toe
• Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana – Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend
• Utkatasana – Chair/Fierce Pose
• Virabhadrasana A & B – Warrior I & II

In this module, you'll explore the subtle yet profound science of Mudras — symbolic hand gestures that channel the flow of energy within the body and mind. These ancient yogic tools are integral to deeper meditative states, enhancing both physical health and spiritual awareness.

By incorporating mudras into your practice, you'll learn to harmonize pranic energy, balance the elements within the body, and unlock a higher level of inner focus and healing. Each mudra has its own unique effect on the subtle body, making it a valuable addition to advanced yoga training.

What you’ll explore:

• Introduction to Mudras – Understanding the philosophy, purpose, and energetic effects
• Jnana & Chin Mudra – For wisdom, focus, and grounding
• Yoni Mudra – Cultivating inner peace and feminine energy
• Bhairava Mudra – Balancing dualities and invoking stillness
• Hridaya Mudra – Opening the heart center and enhancing emotional release
• Khechari Mudra – The advanced yogic gesture for deep meditation
• Nasikagra & Shambhavi Mudras – Concentration and third-eye activation techniques
• Shakti Mudra – Awakening the divine feminine energy

Shatkarma, the traditional yogic purification practices, are essential for preparing the body and mind for deeper yogic disciplines.

In this advanced training, you will go beyond the basics and learn powerful cleansing techniques to support internal detoxification, breath control, and mental clarity.

These practices are designed to purify the nadis (energy channels), strengthen internal organs, and balance the doshas — creating a stable foundation for pranayama, meditation, and asana practice.

What you’ll practice:

• Jala Neti – Nasal cleansing with saline water for respiratory health and mental clarity
• Rubber Neti – Advanced nasal cleansing using a soft rubber catheter to open sinus pathways
• Agnisar Kriya – Stimulating digestive fire and strengthening abdominal organs
• Nauli Kriya – Mastering abdominal churning for complete internal detox
• Kapalbhati – Energizing breath-based cleansing that clears the mind and purifies the frontal brain

These ancient kriyas enhance vitality, awareness, and the ability to meditate with focus — making them a powerful component of any serious yoga practice.

Sitting postures form the backbone of meditative and breathwork practices in yoga. In this advanced module, you’ll deepen your understanding of seated asanas, exploring their physical alignment, energetic effects, and meditative potential.

These postures cultivate spinal strength, hip flexibility, and mental stillness — essential qualities for long-duration seated practices like pranayama and meditation.

What you’ll practice and refine:

• Dandasana – Staff Pose: foundation for all seated postures
• Paschimottanasana A to D – Seated forward bends with variations for depth and flexibility
• Ardha Matsyendrasana – Half spinal twist for detox and spine mobility
• Janu Sirsasana – Head-to-knee forward bend for calming the nervous system
• Gomukhasana – Cow face pose for deep hip and shoulder release
• Padmasana – Lotus pose, the classical seat for meditation
• Siddhasana / Swastikasana – Perfect and auspicious poses for energetic balance
• Upavistha Konasana – Wide-angle seated forward bend
• Kurmasana – Tortoise pose for full inward withdrawal
• Agnistambhasana – Fire log pose for intense hip opening

You’ll gain precise alignment instruction, explore modifications, and understand how these poses prepare the mind and body for advanced yogic practices.

In this vital part of the training, students refine their teaching methodology, gaining real-world experience and confidence through guided practice sessions. Teaching in front of peers and instructors helps develop clarity, presence, and the ability to lead diverse students effectively.

You’ll receive constructive feedback to fine-tune your technique and build a solid foundation for becoming an inspiring yoga teacher.

What you’ll develop:

• Demonstration Skills – Learn how to model poses clearly, highlighting alignment and flow
• Verbal Cueing – Practice giving precise, effective instructions to safely guide students
• Adjustment Techniques – Learn how to offer supportive and respectful physical or verbal adjustments
• Class Structuring – Design and sequence complete yoga classes with logical progression
• Voice Modulation & Presence – Use tone, pace, and energy to create a grounded classroom experience
• Peer Feedback – Receive and offer constructive critiques for continuous improvement
• Final Practicum – Conduct a full yoga session incorporating asana, pranayama, and meditation

Yoga philosophy forms the spiritual backbone of your advanced practice. In this module, you'll explore the deeper dimensions of yoga through the lens of Vedanta and other classical schools of Indian philosophy, uncovering the inner workings of the mind, soul, and ultimate reality.

This is not just theoretical learning — it’s a journey inward, helping you embody the values and wisdom of yoga in everyday life.

What you’ll study:

• Introduction to Indian Philosophical Systems – Including Samkhya, Vedanta, and Yoga Darshana
• In-depth Study of the Bhagavad Gita and Patanjali Yoga Sutras
• Concepts of Purusha (Consciousness) and Prakriti (Nature)
• The Gunas (Qualities of Nature) and Their Influence on the Mind
• Karma, Dharma, and Liberation (Moksha)
• How Philosophy Supports Teaching and Personal Practice
• Integration of Yogic Wisdom into Modern Life

Through reflective discussions and teachings, this module nurtures a well-rounded perspective — anchoring your practice in meaning and guiding you toward a more mindful, compassionate, and purposeful way of living and teaching.

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali form the foundation of classical yoga philosophy.

In this advanced module, you’ll explore the subtle yet profound teachings of the sutras, focusing on the first two chapters that illuminate the path of mental clarity, self-discipline, and spiritual insight.

What you’ll study:

• Chapter 1 – Samadhi Pada
  Learn the nature of the mind and the goal of yoga — Samadhi, or blissful absorption. Understand the modifications (vrittis) of the mind and how to overcome them through practice (abhyasa) and detachment (vairagya).
• Chapter 2 – Sadhana Pada
  Dive deep into the practical tools of yoga, including the eight limbs of yoga (Ashtanga Yoga). Explore concepts like Kriya Yoga, Tapas, Svadhyaya, and Ishwarapranidhana — essential pillars of personal transformation.

• Guided lectures and discussions to decode key sutras
• Practical application of philosophical teachings in daily practice
• Linking sutras to modern yogic life and teaching

This module offers not just intellectual understanding but a guide for inner transformation, making your yoga practice a living philosophy.

Emotional trauma isn’t just held in the mind — it’s stored in the body. Many trauma survivors find themselves disconnected from their own physical and emotional sensations, often reacting with dissociation or overwhelming anger without understanding why.

At Buddha Yogpeeth, we recognize the power of yoga in trauma recovery. Our trauma-centered sessions are set in a nurturing, natural environment that encourages grounded awareness and emotional release.

What you’ll experience:

• Gentle and mindful practices to restore body awareness
• Tools to safely explore and process suppressed emotions
• Guided support to rebuild a compassionate connection with the self

• Trauma and the body: how stress imprints in the nervous system
• The mind-body connection and its role in healing
• Identifying and responding to neurological triggers
• Adapting yoga for trauma-sensitive practices
• Pranayama for emotional regulation and inner calm
• Trauma-informed meditation and mindfulness techniques

These sessions go beyond theory — they offer experiential healing, inner safety, and the confidence to support others on their emotional journeys as future teachers.