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Parasha Foundation · Rishikesh
200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training
हठ योग · शिक्षक प्रशिक्षण
Learn classical Hatha Yoga from its authentic roots. A complete training in asana, pranayama, anatomy and yogic philosophy — built to make you a confident, grounded teacher, not just a skilled practitioner.
“Steady the body. Steady the breath. Steady the mind.”
200 Training Hours
Rishikesh, Birthplace of Yoga
Residential · Weekend · Intensive · Online
Small Batch Sizes
The Training
Hatha Yoga, taught the way it was meant to be
Hatha Yoga is the root from which nearly every modern style of yoga has grown — a slow, deliberate practice built on precise alignment, steady breath, and quiet attention.
This 200-hour certification is a comprehensive professional training for those who want to deepen their own asana and pranayama practice while learning to teach it with clarity and confidence. The training moves at Hatha’s own pace — unhurried, precise, and rooted in classical technique — so that what you eventually teach comes from real embodied understanding, not memorised cues.
Why This Training
Depth over speed
Many teacher trainings move quickly through postures to cover more ground. This one does the opposite — slowing down enough that alignment, breath and awareness become second nature, so you can teach any student safely, not just repeat a sequence.
Classical Technique
Traditional Hatha Yoga asana and pranayama, taught with attention to precise alignment and breath.
Real Teaching Practice
You’ll teach classmates, receive hands-on correction, and build the confidence to hold a full class.
Small, Personal Batches
Close mentorship in an ashram setting, with attention to your individual body and practice.
Who Should Join
This program is for you if you are —
Aspiring Yoga Teachers
Dedicated Home Practitioners
Meditation Teachers
Wellness Coaches
Physiotherapists
Dancers & Movement Artists
Corporate Wellness Trainers
Retreat & Studio Owners
Spiritual Seekers
Anyone Deepening Their Own Practice
A regular personal practice is recommended, but no previous teaching experience is required.
Curriculum
What you’ll learn — eight modules
Module 1 — Foundations of Hatha Yoga
- History & evolution of Hatha Yoga
- Meaning of “Ha” and “Tha”
- Hatha Yoga in the wider yogic tradition
- Principles of a Hatha practice
- Preparing body and mind for asana
- Building a personal home practice
Module 2 — Asana — Alignment & Technique
- Standing postures
- Seated & forward bends
- Backbends
- Twists
- Inversions
- Balancing postures
- Modifications & use of props
- Common alignment mistakes
Module 3 — Anatomy & Physiology for Yoga
- Skeletal & muscular systems
- Joint mechanics & range of motion
- Spine & posture
- Breath mechanics
- Injury prevention
- Working safely with common conditions
Module 4 — Pranayama & Yogic Breathing
- Ujjayi & Nadi Shodhana
- Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
- Sheetali & Sheetkari
- Bhramari
- Breath & nervous system regulation
- Sequencing breath with asana
Module 5 — Yoga Philosophy
- Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
- Eight Limbs of Yoga
- Yamas & Niyamas
- Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita
- Karma, Dharma & the yogic worldview
- Yogic lifestyle & ethics
Module 6 — Teaching Methodology
- Class sequencing & lesson planning
- Verbal cueing & voice
- Hands-on adjustments
- Teaching beginners vs. mixed levels
- Holding safe, inclusive space
- Group dynamics & class management
Module 7 — Meditation & Relaxation
- Yoga Nidra
- Shavasana & deep relaxation
- Guided meditation basics
- Trataka
- Integrating stillness into an asana class
Module 8 — Business of Teaching Yoga
- Building your teaching brand
- Marketing & social media
- Pricing your classes
- Studio, corporate & online teaching
- Retreat & workshop planning
- Professional ethics
A Day in Training
The rhythm of the practice
Training days follow the same unhurried rhythm Hatha Yoga is built on — practice, study, and rest each given their own space.
Early Morning
Shatkarma / cleansing practice & meditation
Morning
Asana practice & alignment training
Late Morning
Breakfast & rest
Midday
Philosophy & anatomy theory sessions
Afternoon
Teaching methodology & practice teaching
Evening
Pranayama & guided meditation
Night
Satsang, reflection & rest
Indicative schedule — exact timings vary by batch and format.
Format & Certification
Choose the format that fits your life
Immersive
Residential in Rishikesh
Remote/Flexible
Live Online Weekday/Weekend Program
On successful completion, you’ll receive a 200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Certification, along with the practical skill and confidence to teach classical Hatha Yoga in studios, wellness centres, retreat centres, corporate settings, online platforms, or your own private practice.
Training Includes
- Comprehensive training manual
- Asana alignment reference guide
- Class sequencing workbook
- Teaching assessments
- Lifetime learning resources
- Certificate of completion
What Makes Us Different
- Classical, unhurried Hatha approach
- Anatomy taught alongside philosophy
- Small batch sizes
- Personal mentorship
- Ashram setting on the Ganga
- Strong emphasis on personal transformation
Why Now
Teach a practice the world is hungry for
As more people search for steadiness in an unsteady world, thoughtful, well-trained yoga teachers are needed more than ever — not instructors who simply lead movement, but guides who understand the body, the breath, and the mind behind every posture.
This training gives you both the classical foundation and the practical teaching skill to meet that need — while deepening your own practice along the way.
Frequently Asked
Before you apply
Do I need prior yoga experience to join?
A regular personal practice is helpful, but no prior teaching experience is required. The training suits dedicated beginners through experienced practitioners.
In what formats is the training offered?
As a residential immersion in Rishikesh, a weekend program, an intensive training, or a live online certification — choose whichever fits your life.
What will I be able to teach after completing the course?
Graduates are prepared to teach classical Hatha Yoga classes and workshops in studios, wellness centres, retreat centres, corporate settings, or their own private practice.
Begin Your Journey
Train in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga
Join a small, dedicated community learning to teach Hatha Yoga from its roots — steady practice, honest study, and real teaching confidence.