Yoga Teachers Training /Certification Program

Introduction

The Paramand Group has been in the education and yoga field for the last 44 years . More than 10,000 students are currently studying under the kind inspiration of Swamiji (http://www.paramyoga.org/inner.php?page_id=60&page_name=Institutions&main_page_id=2)

We are pleased to offer Certified Programs in Yoga under the day to day guidance of Yoga Guru Sri Omanandji, and other prominent Yoga Teachers, Doctors. Paramanand Institute and Hindu University of America, Orlando USA have joined hands for these Yoga Programs.

Yoga Teacher Training provides a systematic understanding of yoga practices and the method of teaching yoga. Yoga is not just postures. It is complete science to be understood thoroughly before one opts for teaching. Yoga Teachers Training opens unique dimensions for learning techniques of teaching yoga.

Academic Program

Yoga Teacher's Training Certificate

Duration

1 month resident (for 200 hours) or
2 months resident (for 500 hours).

Eligibility

Beginners to Medium Yogis or Yoginis and Yoga Teachers.

Objective & Benefits

Yoga is a spiritual practice and discipline that helps the individual unifies his/her body, mind, and heart. Paramanad Institute has been offering this course with benefits to first learn yoga and then can teach yoga classes. After completion of this Yoga Teachers Training course, the students will become Yoga Teachers. They will be able to teach yoga anywhere in the world. They will gain holistic knowledge and promote positive health and bring harmony and peace in the society.

In Yoga Teachers Training you will learn more than 10,000-year-old art & science of Yoga, essence of scriptures, Secrets of eight fold yoga, and Yoga on physical, energetic, mental & emotional levels. These are important practices for Yoga Teachers taught by the Enlightened masters with proven track records. Students will gain basic knowledge of how to relieve over 48 diseases through various yoga techniques. You will become a Certified Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.

Contents

• Theory and practice, included in this category: Asanas, Pranayamas, Kriyas,Chanting, and meditation.


• Teaching methodology, Principles of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher, and the student's process of learning.


• Special techniques, and applied yogic sciences for healthy life.


• Anatomy and Physiology, includes both physical Anatomy and Physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and astral/energy/subtle Anatomy and Physiology (Chakras, Nadis, etc.)


• Yoga Philosophy and Lifestyle, Study of Yoga Scriptures (Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, etc.), ethics for yoga teachers, 'living the life of the Yogi', etc.


• Practicum, includes student teaching at school as well as observing and assisting in classes taught by others.

Why a residential program?

• The most effective way of learning and teaching Yoga is from 'Direct Experience'.
• This is the traditional teaching where you will inherit the fruits of the wisdom of the Rishis from ancient time to present day.
• During the programs you live in close contact with Om ji and other  Yoga Masters, who will teach, inspire and guide you.
• The classes in the training will be held by highly experienced Yoga Teacher/s and Guru/s and experienced senior disciple of Swami Shri Paramanandji mostly with Om ji.
• Away from your home, business, appointments, everyday responsibilities and the distractions of the home environment, you can focus all your attention on the course and experience the positive benefits of Sadhana.
• Throughout the programs each moment is lived with awareness, bringing about growth and transformation. The classes are for limited number of students (Maximum 30) giving everyone the opportunity for much individual attention and ample practice.
• The Yoga Teachers Training course will give you a solid foundation & enough knowledge of Yoga for a lifetime of practice & the skills necessary to pass these teachings on to others.
• Course located near the holy cities (Ujjain 60Kms, Omkareshwar 90Kms, Maheshwar 102Kms, Mandleshwar 104Kms, Bhopal (Birth Place of Patanjali) 177Kms from Indore. with holy rivers Narmada, Kshipra and prominent & Powerful Shiva Temples Mahakaleshwar and Omkareshwar.
• 100% honest & personal participation , results in 100% better & positive results
• A yoga textbook of more than 200 pages will be provided to support each individual’s personal understanding.
• For motivated, inspired and determined students opportunities are offered either at the end or during the program. You can volunteer to teach in the campus. More details can be obtained from the office.
• You will be awarded Internationally Recognized & Accredited Certificate.

Sample of Daily Yoga  Teacher's Training Schedule*

Subjects, Faculty and Sample Classes Details

Sample of Daily (not all of these teachings are daily) Yoga Teacher’s Training Schedule

Special Blessings, Classes, Guidance & Yoga Secret Teachings by the enlightened master: Swami Sri Paramanandji and/or HH Swami Baba Kedarnathji subject to their availability. Normally they visit Indore twice/thrice in a year.

All sample Classes/schedules are tentative and subject to change.

Additional Benefits & Programs along with Residents Yoga Teachers' Training

• Small groups, you receive the highest personal attention & instruction.(Maximum 30 students)
• Free transportation to/from Airport/Railway Station.
• Private villa or apartment or sharing or common accommodation or www.chokhidhani.com or similar, subject to availability. Currently some  accommodations are both in campus as well as off-campus 10 minutes walk)
• Daily in-depth yoga teachings/ instruction from Om ji or Yoga Teachers,  as well as Guinness Book of World Record Holder Dr. Radheyshyam Prajapati (Normally takes either one or two classes)
• Light cleanse & detox Natural treatment course - to increase energy & promote the body's natural immune systems to fight stress & illnesses. This facility is available at a nominal cost.
• Vegetarian meals daily.
• Purified water and teas provided.
• Laundry service available at nominal cost.

Special Services (for 500 hours course only)

• Free Cultural - educational Tours included, to - Rajwada-Royal Palace, Kesar Baugh-Roayl Retreat, Omkareshwar-Holy Shiva's Temple, Holy River Narmada, Mahakaleshwar-Holy Shiva Temple, Four Dham Temple, Harsidhi Temple, Holy river Shipra, Mangalnath temple, Historical Observatory, Gopal Mandir, Bade Ganesh, Bharthahari Cave, GarhKalika, KaalBhairav, Geeta Bhawan, Kaliyadeh Palace, Museum.  But note that due to limited free time available during the course  not all of these trips are possible.
• Free One Acupressure reflexology massage
• Free One Ayurveda Therapeutic massage

FEES

• Tuition Fees : $400 (For 200 hours/1month) Or $800 (For 500 hours/2months)
• Application & Registration fees: $200 (one time)
• Boarding Fees : $200 (for 4 weeks ) ($400 for 8 weeks)Non AC sharing (Sharing up to 4 persons with semi partitions)
• Meals $150 (for 4 weeks) ($300 for 8 weeks)
• Total Fees $950 for 200 Hours OR $1700 for 500 hours
• (Various room Options for 4 weeks : i. Non A/C sharing $200 or ii. Non A/C separate @$400 or iii. A/C sharing @$600 or ii. separate A/C room @$800 rooms either @www.chokhidhani.com or at Campus or nearby villa or apartment, subject to availability )  Currently some accommodations are either in the campus or off campus. Off campus are in fact a 10 minutes walk away on the main road)
• Meals : Vegetarian Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner for 4 weeks) : $150
• Optional : Ayurveda Shirodhara ( De-toxication ) @$40
• Optional : Hindi Language Learning - Classes (speaking or writing) starting @$100 per month.

Scholarship available for eligible candidates.  Only for locals.

Students can pay 50% of the fee upon arrival and remaining to be paid in advance at the time of booking.

For more info, contact :
Paramanand Campus,
Khandwa Road, Indore (MP) India
T:91-731-2905413; 91-9977797213;
email: babaom@gmail.com
web: www.paramyoga.org

Teaching Methodology

Methodology hours include demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher, and learning styles. All teachings are derived from the Ancient Scriptures, proven formulae, teachings as well as Modern Scientific Research and Data.

Guidelines & Rules for participants

The rules should be followed so as to get the maximum benefit of this program and environment which can make your experience enjoyable.

• No friends, relatives are allowed to stay with participants without prior permission.
• In case of health problems, administrator will help and refer to medical doctor.  Treatment required during the course will have to be managed by medical experts on your own.
• Visitors are not allowed, except for visiting hours. visiting hours 2 to 3pm.
• Children can stay with their parents, but a prior permission is necessary.
• For getting the best results from practice of yoga, course schedule, diet etc may change. Participants are requested to adjust to this environment respectfully.
• Participants must follow the timetable.
• After the admission, participants should seek permission for leaving the campus. In case of emergency, written permission from the Course Coordinator is required.
• Participants must attend all sessions, Lectures and all other activities.
• Please don't bring valuables.
• If you are unwell, please contact the Medical Officer immediately.
• Alcohol, tobacco, drugs, steroids, narcotics are strictly not allowed in/around the Campus.
• You can bring your medicines and continue personal treatment, but it is advisable to inform about your ailment & treatment to the Doctor or your class teacher.
• We can get you help for train reservations or flight reservations or accommodations etc. for the convenience of participant's only.
• Necessary food arrangements are made in the institute and no external food is allowed. In case you want to bring your food in the campus, it should also be vegetarian.  (The food in the institute is strictly vegetarian)
• Course Coordinator/Management reserves the right to enforce requisite/additional rules, if any required for mutual benefits.

What to Bring?

• Photos - 4 Passport size
• Photocopy of Passport (1st, 2nd page & page with Indian Visa).
• Valuables - You can bring valuables on YOUR OWN RISK, we are not responsible for any loss or damages.
• Clothing - Loose & comfortable clothes for summer & warm for winter. Note - You are kindly requested to wear T-shirts / shirts (covering shoulders) and long pants(below knees).
• Miscellaneous - Your own medicines & personal toiletries.
• Yoga Mats – Please bring your own mats, but if required we can assist you in purchasing a mat.

Meals

• We provide pure vegetarian food in accordance with the yoga life style; the food is non spicy. Daily diet consists of seasonal fruits.

Facilities in Indore Campus :

• 6 Acres campus is beautiful and under progress in Indore City (M.P.) India. It attracts students from all over the world to carry on with studies and build their future.


• WiFi  with limited computer availability. Some time internet access gets interrupted due to BSNL company lines problems, which is beyond our control. 


• Canteen: with cozy atmosphere provides pure vegetarian food.  It is part of Indian Yoga Tradition that food is taken as prashad(divine receiving)


• Gardens:  Except summer Most of the time of year greenery welcomes, inspires and gives greater health. Few gardens are proposed and being constructed, with the expected completion time March 2012.


• Yoga Halls/Spaces : We have three yoga spaces, one is approximately 3000 sq.ft. another is approx. 2500 sq.ft. and third is under construction with 10,000 sq.ft. This 10,000 sq.ft. hall's platform  and partial roof is completed and is under construction for Yoga, Meditation, Satsang, etc.. This will cater to needs of the students and society at large.


• Along with yoga hall 22 rooms are also under planning to be constructed. Expected completion date for this hall is March 2012.


• Hospital cum guest house : Within our campus there is a beautiful neat and clean  granite and marble building, extending hands for health and happiness to the needy. Nearby few outdoor patients visit in the morning hours from 10am to 12 noon. The treatments are done on charitable basis at nominal fees. This building has consulting chambers, 5 Guest rooms with western toilets and bathroom.


• There are Meditation Pyramids and natural meditation huts.


• Health Check- up : Health check up are available at very nominal cost.


• Library: Traditional library with series of books in Hindi, Sanskrit and English both in the shelves and on line from the vast ocean of knowledge are available for our students.


• Computers : are available with limited access.


• Research: Students are encouraged to take up unique yoga mini research projects to help betterment of mankind.


• Personality Development Program : Optional : under this various professional techniques are available to help students to become owners of profound and pleasant personalities which leads to greater success in their lives.


• Language Grooming: Hindi/Sanskrit are very rich languages. Our students are encouraged to learn basics. These classes are given upon request and with extra charges. They have not been offered


• Total Health for all : Yoga, Meditation, and other sports facilities are available to boost students health.


•  Management : With vast experience to teach, have shaped lives of  thousands of students who have achieved their dreams and are rendering valuable services to the society.


• Buildings : A new hostel is under construction. Up to plinth level new hostel building is complete. We regret for the inconvenience.


• Uniform : A Dress Code is in place for unity in diversity and total progress.  White T shirts /Top or white yoga dress is recommended. Ladies can take orange dupatta (scarf). Low neck or sleeves less shirts are not advisable.


• Discipline: Without discipline no one can get desired success. Students are always advised to follow the discipline in each field of their lives. In Indian traditions for greetings Boy and Girls should not hug and namaste is recommended.


• Boys and Girls Hostel/Dorm :  As per Traditional studies, during studies and stay in campus boys and girls live separately and follow the standard rules.


• Boys are NOT ALLOWED to enter in girls rooms/dorms to maintain privacy and yogic tradition of Tapa/Sadhana and vice-versa.


• Water: Filtered Water is provided to students on campus.


• Cleanliness: We do maintain cleanliness, and all students are advised to help in maintaining the same.


• Education Tour/Picnic: Ways are discovered for rejuvenating, re-energizing and enjoying the life. This can be planned by the students in spare timings. But normally during studies it is difficult to spare time.


• Weather : Indore is situated on the Malwa Plateu. Its weather is hot during May/Jun. a detailed weather graph can be seen at
  http://www.weather.com/weather/today/Indore+India+INXX0058


• Gaushala: Cow is very sacred because of its divine nature. Every part of life of cow is full of dedication and devotion. Cow is also like our mother who nourishes our lives with selfless service. We have separate buildings which house sacred cows. You may enjoy and experience Cow's milk in your intake which is total diet.


• Old Age Home: There is one old age home in the campus. A few old age people are living there. These facilities are provided to old aged free of cost.

Note :

• The above noted features / Facilities are for the convenience of every student but are without guarantee solely at the discretion of the Management

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