Advanced TTC 300-Hour Integrated Restorative Yoga
(Including Yoga Nidra, Chakra Sadhana, and Prana Vidya Intensive)
- 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 Krishnananda, 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 included in the course fee
- 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
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
Participants will also learn the purpose, precautions, contraindications, and responsible teaching boundaries of these practices.
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
These practices are taught as traditional yogic disciplines for personal practice and inner awareness. They are not presented as medical treatment or as a substitute for professional healthcare.
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
This course does not qualify participants to diagnose, prescribe treatment for, or claim to cure medical conditions.
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
| 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
Assessment includes:
- Attendance
- Punctuality
- Conduct
- Reflections and introspections
Food and Residential Stay
Meals include:
- Herbal tea with fruits twice daily
- Lunch or brunch
- Dinner
Certification and Recognition
Possible wording once verified:
- Yoga Alliance, USA — RYS 300
- Indian Yoga Association
A Note on Discipline
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