A 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) course is the foundational program for anyone looking to become a certified yoga teacher or deepen their practice. It’s designed to equip students with the fundamental skills and knowledge of yoga, from physical postures to philosophy, and sets the stage for further advanced training. Often completed over a period of four weeks, this intensive course covers various aspects of yoga, including asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, anatomy, and teaching methodology. Let’s take a closer look at what to expect in a 200-hour YTT program and why it’s such a transformative experience.
Authentic & Traditional Focus Arogya emphasizes preserving ancient yoga traditions (Hatha, Ashtanga‑Vinyasa) while blending in philosophical, spiritual, Sound Healing and yogic lifestyle teachings.
Yoga Alliance Certification Their 100, 200, 300, 500‑hour teacher trainings are registered with Yoga Alliance USA. This gives international recognition to the certificate, which is helpful if you want to teach globally.
Small Class Size & Personalized Attention They keep batches relatively small (10‑18 students) so that instructors can give individual feedback, help with alignment, modifications, teaching skills, etc.
Experienced Teachers The instructors have many years of practice & teaching, strong backgrounds in anatomy, philosophy, asana alignment, meditation etc. That tends to mean depth and safety in what you learn.
Comprehensive Curriculum Apart from asanas etc., their training includes pranayama, shatkarmas (cleansing practices), meditation, ethics & philosophy (Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita etc.), anatomy, maybe Ayurveda & energetic anatomy.
Respected History & Global Reach Operating since ~2014, they have trained thousands of students (3000+ from many countries) which shows stable reputation.
Location & Immersion Based in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand—the “yoga capital”—which offers a rich environment for immersive learning (nature, culture, spiritual atmosphere, etc.).
Supportive Environment Small batches, vegetarian meals, organic options, accommodation, excursions etc. seem to be part of the package. This makes for a more holistic, comfortable experience.
⚠ Things to Consider / Questions to Ask
To make sure it's the right fit, here are some things you might want to check:
How many hours are dedicated to teaching skills (how to teach others) vs personal practice vs theory?
What is the accommodation like (private/double/shared), hygiene, amenities?
What’s the cost, what is included (meals, materials, excursions, etc.)?
What kind of post‑training support is offered (mentorship, recognition, help finding work)?
How is the balance between traditional teachings and more modern/physical practice?
What is the daily schedule / intensity, rest days?
Reviews from past students—both positive and negative.