Advanced TTC 300-Hour Integrated Restorative Yoga
(Including Yoga Nidra, Chakra Sadhana, and Prana Vidya Intensive)Message from the Founder
Blessed Self,
Pranams
It is our pleasure to announce, after a gap of 7 years, our plans to restart the much-awaited Advanced Yoga TTC courses in Sernabatim, Colva, South Goa, India.
As expressed earlier, our dream is to keep this course true to the spirit of yoga by following the principle of Gift-it-Forward. This means there are no fees for participating in the course. Let every true seeker receive.
During the training, we shall encourage every sincere participant to:
- Follow a challenging code of conduct
- Immerse oneself in authentic yoga practices
- Imbibe the essence of Raja Yoga and Hatha Yoga
- Experience inner illumination
- Carry forward the torch of Learn, Serve, Love, Give
- Light up a life
- Make a difference
Hari Om Tat Sat
Dr. Ashutosh
Founder, Inteyoga
Duration
42 (+3) Days
Training Format
300-Hour Residential Course
Location
South Goa, India
Core Focus
Hatha, Raja, Restorative, and Kriya Yoga
- This intensive 300-hour residential teacher training is designed for sincere practitioners and yoga teachers who wish to deepen their understanding of Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga, restorative practices, therapeutic applications of yoga, meditation, and internal yogic practices.
- The course integrates different styles of Hatha Yoga, including Satyananda Yoga and Sivananda Yoga, along with Raja Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and Karma Yoga. It provides sincere sadhakas with the opportunity to dive deeply into important esoteric practices of Antarang Yoga, including Yoga Nidra, Chakra Sadhana, and Prana Vidya.
- Seekers must acknowledge that this course is not designed as a holiday retreat. It is an intensive residential yoga teacher training for sincere students only. Students should be in good physical and mental health to participate in and imbibe the essence of the practices shared through this residential yoga teacher training course.
- The program begins with a strong foundation in asana and pranayama, and then gradually progresses towards deeper internal practices such as Ajapa Japa, Antar Mauna, Mantra Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Chakra Sadhana, Prana Vidya, and Dhyana.
- Led by a qualified medical doctor and Yogacharya, Dr. Ashutosh, this course combines a challenging code of conduct with traditional yogic discipline and a structured, practical, and safety-conscious approach to teaching.
Who This Course Is For
- Yoga teachers who have completed a 200-hour teacher training or equivalent foundational study
- Practitioners seeking a deeper and more disciplined residential yoga experience
- Teachers wishing to improve their knowledge of restorative yoga, therapeutic applications, pranayama, meditation, and internal yogic practices
- Students interested in integrating classical Hatha Yoga traditions into their personal practice and the yogic management of lifestyle disorders
Course Highlights
- 42 + 3 days of fully residential advanced yoga teacher training
- An integrated approach combining Hatha Yoga, including Satyananda and Sivananda Yoga, Raja Yoga, and Mantra Yoga
- Applied anatomy and physiology for yoga teachers through online lectures
- Restorative yoga and yogic management of lifestyle disorders
- Advanced pranayama, meditation, Yoga Nidra, Ajapa Japa, Antar Mauna, Chakra Sadhana, and Prana Vidya
- Traditional cleansing practices taught under direct supervision and only where appropriate
- Yoga philosophy, lifestyle, ethics, Ayurveda foundations, and yogic approaches to wellbeing
- Teaching methodology, practical assignments, supervised mock teaching, and feedback
- Daily meditation, Mantra Yoga, Swadhyaya, and Karma Yoga
- Simple vegetarian, dairy-free, vegan-friendly meals
- A peaceful environment near Colva, Sernabatim, and Benaulim beaches
- Residential accommodation and meals
- A challenging code of conduct designed to support focused practice and personal growth
Yoga Traditions and Practices Included
- Raja Yoga
- Hatha Yoga
- Satyananda Yoga
- Sivananda Yoga
- Restorative Yoga
- Yoga Nidra
- Karma Yoga
- Mantra Yoga
- Kriya Yoga
- Chakra Sadhana
- Prana Vidya
- Meditation and Dharana Practices
- Yoga Therapy Foundation
Course Curriculum
Click each module to view the detailed curriculum.
1. Asana
Students will explore a progressive and practical approach to asana practice.
Topics include:
- Yogic Sukshma and Sthoola Vyayam
- Standing, sitting, supine, prone, balancing, and inverted asanas
- Complementary poses and counterposes
- Classical Hatha Yoga practices
- Surya Namaskar
- Safe alignment principles and modifications
- Therapeutic applications of asana within the scope of a yoga teacher
- Observation of posture, movement patterns, and common limitations
2. Shatkarma and Preparatory Practices
Traditional cleansing practices will be introduced carefully, under direct supervision, and only where suitable for the individual participant.
Practices include:
- Jal Neti
- Sutra Neti
- Trataka
- Kunjal Kriya
- Kapalbhati
- Agnisara
- Laghu Shankh Prakshalana
3. Pranayama and Prana Awareness
The training includes breath awareness, pre-pranayama practices, and classical pranayama.
Practices include:
- Yogic breathing
- Pre-pranayama techniques
- Nadi Shodhan
- Surya Bhedan
- Chandra Bhedan
- Ujjayi
- Bhastrika
- Bhramari
- Seetkari
- Sitali
4. Pratyahara
The course develops the ability to guide students gradually from physical practice towards stillness, awareness, and meditation.
Practices include:
- Yoga Nidra
- Kayasthairyam
- Ajapa Japa
- Antar Mauna
- Swadhyaya
5. Chakra Sadhana, Prana Vidya, and Kriya Yoga
The advanced internal-practice component of the course is introduced gradually after students establish a stable foundation in asana, pranayama, pratyahara, and self-observation.
Topics and practices include:
- Chakra Awareness
- Chakra purification practices within the yogic tradition
- Arohan Awarohan
- Pranotthana
- Tri Akasha Dharana
- Vyompanchaka Dharana
- Panchakosha Dharana
- Sukshma Sharira Darshan
- Dhyan Swaroopam
6. Mantra Yoga
Practices include:
- Pranav Gayatri
- Gayatri Mantra
- Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
- Durga Mantra
7. Karma Yoga
- Mindful participation in community work
8. Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, and Ethics
Students will not only study classical yoga literature but will also inculcate yogic practices into their daily lives and propagate them for the prevention and effective management of lifestyle disorders, which have plagued the modern world unabatedly and ferociously.
Topics include:
- Patanjali Yoga Darshan
- Hatha Yoga Pradipika
9. Applied Anatomy and Physiology
This module helps teachers understand the body and make safer, more informed decisions while planning and adapting yoga practices.
Areas of study include:
- Muscular system
- Skeletal system
- Digestive system
- Respiratory system
- Cardiovascular system
- Lymphatic system
- Endocrine system
- Nervous system
10. Stress and Lifestyle-Related Imbalance
- Yogic management of stress
11. Yoga Therapy Foundations
- Fundamentals of Ayurveda
- Diet therapy
- Principles of yoga therapy
- Appropriate referral boundaries and contraindications
12. Teaching Methodology and Practicum
Students will develop practical teaching confidence through observation, preparation, guided teaching, and feedback.
Topics include:
- Principles of teaching
- Class planning and sequencing
- Voice, language, demonstration, and observation
- Safe use of props and modifications
- Teaching pranayama, relaxation, Yoga Nidra, and meditation responsibly
- Managing mixed-level groups
- Mock teaching sessions
- Peer feedback and faculty feedback
- Practical assignments and teaching assessment
Program Structure
Phase One: Foundations and Stability
The first phase establishes discipline, physical preparation, breath awareness, and restorative principles.- Asana foundations
- Shatkarma foundations
- Pre-pranayama
- Classical pranayama
- Yoga Nidra
Phase Two: Deepening Practice and Teaching Skill
The second phase expands the student’s ability to observe, adapt, and sequence practices for different levels and needs.- Asana sequencing
- Advanced pranayama
- Mantra Yoga
- Swadhyaya
- Ajapa Japa
- Antar Mauna
Phase Three: Kriya Yoga and Internal Practice
The final phase brings together the foundations of the course through deeper internal practices and personal sadhana.- Chakra Awareness
- Chakra Shuddhi
- Dhyana Swaroopam
- Dharana practices
- Arohan Awarohan
- Pancha Prana Dharana
- Panchakosha Dharana
- Prana Samprekshana
- Personal practice integration
- Final assessment
Sample Daily Schedule
The exact schedule may change according to the stage of training, special practices, weather, and faculty guidance.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 05:00 | Wake-up bell |
| 06:00 | Shatkarma / personal practice |
| 07:00 | Herbal tea with fruits |
| 08:00–10:30 | Asana and pranayama |
| 11:00 | Brunch / lunch, based on the training phase |
| 12:00–13:00 | Mantra Yoga and Swadhyaya |
| 13:15 | Herbal tea with fruits |
| 14:00–15:30 | Yoga Nidra |
| 16:00–18:00 | Ajapa Japa, Antar Mauna, Chakra Sadhana, or Prana Vidya |
| 18:30 | Dinner |
| 19:30–20:30 | Dhyana Swaroopam (meditation) |
| 21:30 | Lights off |
Assessment and Completion
Participants are expected to attend all scheduled classes, follow the residential code of conduct, complete assignments, participate in teaching practicum, and demonstrate sincerity in personal practice.
Assessment includes:
- Attendance
- Punctuality
- Conduct
- Reflections and introspections
A certificate of completion is awarded to participants who successfully fulfil the course attendance, conduct, and assessment requirements.
Food and Residential Stay
The course includes residential accommodation and a simple yogic meal plan.
Meals include:
- Herbal tea with fruits twice daily
- Lunch or brunch
- Dinner
Food is vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly. The meal plan follows the principle of Mitahara: simple, clean, balanced, and supportive of disciplined practice.
Certification and Recognition
- Yoga Alliance, USA — RYS 300
- Indian Yoga Association
Participants who wish to use the training towards any external registration should independently confirm the eligibility requirements of that organisation before booking.
A Note on Discipline
This is a residential teacher training, not a leisure retreat. The course includes an intentional daily rhythm, early mornings, structured practice, vegetarian food, limited distractions, and a code of conduct designed to support focused learning.
Students are encouraged to arrive with humility, commitment, openness, and respect for fellow participants, teachers, the residential environment, and the traditional practices being shared.