50-Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training Online, $149 only (Approved by Yoga Alliance)

What is Ashtanga Yoga?

There are two aspects of Ashtanga Yoga; theoretical and practical.

Theory: Ashtanga yoga, or eight-limbed yoga/eightfold path of yoga towards liberation, is a philosophical/theoretical concept first mentioned in a book (Yoga Sutras) written about 2000 years ago by Rishi Patanjali. The eight different limbs are Yama (seld-restraint), Niyama (discipline), Asana (postures), Pranayama (breathwork), Pratyahara (making the five senses look inwards), Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation) and Samadhi (Bliss)

Practice: Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga (also called Ashtanga Yoga) is a yoga system developed by K.Pattabhi Jois in the early 20th century. This system takes inspiration from the teachings of his Guru, T. Krishnamacharya, who taught him the essence of various texts like Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradpika, and Yoga Korunta. Ashtanga yoga is known for its emphasis on precision and alignment. The primary series of ashtanga yoga is a set of poses linked with vinyasas. The primary series is a foundation practice that provides the basis of the other five ashtanga yoga sequences. As well as the poses, it includes a specific pranayama technique, usage of bandha, Drishti (eye gaze points), and coordinated movement. The Sanskrit name for the Primary Series is Yoga Chikitsa, which translates as “Yoga Therapy.” It is thus named because it is said to purify and heal the body.

Online Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training

The course helps you develop your teaching skills through a combination of theory and practical experience. You will learn how to teach the Ashtanga Primary Vinyasa flow along the principles of individual postures, sequencing, breath control, gaze, and mindfulness. You will also learn how to create a safe environment for students to explore their bodies and minds while developing self-awareness and self-confidence. The usage of props and modification of poses will also be learned.

Online Ashtanga yoga classes also include the total theoretical aspects of Ashtanga Yoga (a full explanation of the eightfold path).

Yoga Alliance Online Training Exemption

Due to the COVID-19 situation, Yoga Alliance treats online courses at par with in-person courses till Dec 31, 2023. Hence, this online course will qualify for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program (YACEP)

Arohan Yoga is a Registered Yoga School in Rishikesh (RYS) with Yoga Alliance. Our RYS id is 231188. Students can complete the course in a maximum of six months. Fifty hours (50) include Thirty-three (33) hours of practical training (pre-recorded content) along with seventeen (17) hours of theory/reading. Support on alignment, postures, and anything related to the Ashtanga yoga course is available on Whatsapp chat.

Examination/ Evaluation Method for Ashtanga Yoga Course Online

For evaluation, the student records a class of 45-60 minutes of teaching (it could be teaching anyone or even an imaginary person). Upload the video to google drive or youtube, and share the link with us for feedback.

Two options to complete the Online Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training course:

• SELF-PACED
• BLENDED

You can start the course anytime you want in the SELF-PACED option of the Online Yoga Teacher Training Course. There are no live sessions. Complete the course at your convenience, however, within six months. 

Please refer to the dates below for the BLENDED option, where you will learn in live sessions.

Feb 04 to 27, 2022

May 07 to 30, 2023

Aug 07 to 30, 2023

Nov 07 to 30, 2023

The time is 10:30 am IST (Indian Standard Time), approximately ninety minutes. The live session is on all days of the week except Sundays.