200 Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training

This 200-Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training at Samyak Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda is a 26-day immersive residential program designed for sincere practitioners who wish to deepen their understanding of traditional Ashtanga Yoga and evolve into disciplined, confident teachers.

Set in Mysuru – the birthplace of modern Ashtanga Yoga – this training focuses primarily on the Ashtanga Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa), integrated with classical Yogic philosophy, Pranayama, meditation, and structured teaching methodology within a traditional Gurukula-style environment.

This training is not merely about memorizing the sequence. It is about understanding breath (Ujjayi), bandha integration, drishti, alignment principles, therapeutic intelligence, and the internal discipline that defines authentic Ashtanga practice.

What You Will Study

Ashtanga Primary Series – Yoga Chikitsa

• Detailed breakdown of the Primary Series postures
• Mysore-style self-practice guidance
• Led Primary sessions
• Surya Namaskara A & B refinement
• Standing sequence and seated sequence analysis
• Backbends and finishing sequence
• Understanding vinyasa count
• Integration of Ujjayi breath, bandhas, and drishti
• Modifications and safe adaptations
• Therapeutic perspective of Yoga Chikitsa

Pranayama & Meditation

• Foundational Pranayama practices
• Breath awareness and regulation
• Introduction to classical Pranayama techniques
• Seated meditation practices
• Guided Yoga Nidra

Philosophy & Scriptural Study

• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
• Introduction to Bhagavad Gita
• Foundations of Samkhya philosophy
• Understanding Karma and discipline in practice
• Koshas, Chakras, Nadis, and Prana

Anatomy & Physiology

• Functional anatomy for Ashtanga practice
• Joint safety in repetitive vinyasa movement
• Shoulder and hip stability
• Injury prevention in Primary Series
• Nervous system regulation through breath

Teaching Methodology

• How to teach Mysore-style classes
• Understanding vinyasa count and traditional structure
• Verbal cueing in Ashtanga
• Safe hands-on adjustments (foundational level)
• Assisting students at different stages
• Ethics of the student-teacher relationship

Daily Schedule (Indicative)

Morning Mysore-style practice or Led Primary
Mid-morning philosophy and anatomy sessions
Afternoon teaching methodology and posture clinics
Evening Pranayama, meditation, or workshops
Weekly silent reflection evening (Trataka / introspection)

Who This Training Is For

• Dedicated practitioners seeking structured Ashtanga Primary training
• Students who want to build consistency and discipline
• Practitioners wishing to become certified teachers
• Existing teachers seeking refinement in Mysore-style methodology
• Students ready for intensive residential immersion

This is a physically and mentally demanding program requiring consistency, humility, and commitment. Preparation before arrival is strongly encouraged.

What Is Included

• 26 days residential accommodation (twin-share or private options)
• Three daily vegetarian meals
• All classes and study materials
• 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification upon successful completion
• Access to Samyak Kulam (alumni platform)

Certification

Upon successful completion, students receive a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate from Samyak Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda.

Location

The training takes place in Mysuru, India – globally respected as the traditional home of Ashtanga Yoga and classical Yogic learning.