SANCYA School of Yoga
SANCYA School of Yoga – 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher Training
The SANCYA School of Yoga, accredited by Yoga Alliance, offers a comprehensive 24-day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course near Auroville and Puducherry, Tamil Nadu. This course focuses on the holistic relationship between mind and body through traditional Ashtanga Yoga, meditation, and naturopathy. Ideal for beginners, intermediates, and advanced practitioners, this immersive training helps students master yoga asanas, pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, detoxification kriyas, and yogic philosophy.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to register as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT) with Yoga Alliance, gaining global recognition as professional yoga trainers. Whether you’re looking to start a new career as a yoga teacher or deepen your personal yoga practice, this training will provide a solid foundation for both. The course is taught by a team of certified yoga instructors, naturopathy doctors, and a yogic pandit, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.
Course Overview
This 200-hour course integrates the ancient healing methods of yoga and naturopathy. You’ll learn to heal yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally using yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and kriyas.
What You Will Learn:
- Mastering yoga asanas (postures) in supine, prone, sitting, and standing positions.
- Techniques in pranayama, kriyas, mudras, and bandhas.
- Meditation and yogic philosophy (Yama, Niyama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi).
- Anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body, focusing on yoga’s impact on health.
- Naturopathy treatments, including detox therapies like hydrotherapy and mud therapy.
- Cooking classes on oil-less and healthy diets for better well-being.
Additionally, the course introduces home remedies for common ailments, specific yoga asanas for various diseases, and insights into Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Hatha Yoga, and more. The program also covers the basics of Hinduism, emphasizing its connection to ancient yogic practices and their scientific importance.
Daily Schedule
The 24-day course follows a structured daily routine, which includes yoga practice, meditation, naturopathy treatments, theory classes, and wholesome meals.
Sample Daily Timetable:
- 5:30 AM: Wake up with herbal drinks.
- 6:30 AM: Meditation class.
- 8:00 AM: Natural diet breakfast.
- 9:00 AM: Theory class.
- 11:00 AM: Naturopathy treatments.
- 12:00 PM: Raw diet lunch.
- 1:00 PM: Karma yoga.
- 3:00 PM: Afternoon theory class.
- 5:00 PM: Evening yoga class.
- 6:00 PM: Bhajans (devotional songs).
- 7:00 PM: Group discussions.
- 8:00 PM: Dinner with a natural diet.
- 9:00 PM: Sleep.
Yoga Styles Covered
- Ashtanga Yoga: Focuses on dynamic postures and breath control.
- Karma Yoga: The path of selfless service.
- Raja Yoga: The yoga of meditation and mental control.
The course ensures thorough knowledge in each of these styles to provide a well-rounded yogic education.
Accommodation & Meals
Students will stay in peaceful ashram accommodations for 23 nights and enjoy daily organic vegetarian meals. SANCYA promotes a healthy, natural diet, with meals designed to detoxify and revitalize the body. The first two days feature traditional Indian meals, followed by an organic fruit and juice diet supervised by experienced naturopathy doctors.
Excursions & Activities
In addition to yoga training, students will enjoy guided excursions in and around Pondicherry, visiting local temples and scenic spots. Daily naturopathy treatments are also part of the curriculum, helping students experience holistic healing in real-time.
Certification & Career Opportunities
Upon completing the 200-hour training, graduates receive certification recognized by Yoga Alliance USA. This certification allows students to become globally certified yoga teachers, eligible to register as RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance. This opens up numerous career opportunities, from teaching in studios and wellness centers to running your own yoga classes worldwide.
Logistics & Fees
- Program Length: 24 days.
- Accommodation: Ashram stays.
- Food: Three daily organic vegetarian meals.
- Total Course Fees: INR 70,000 (approximately $850 USD).
- Airport Transfers: Available from Chennai International Airport (additional charge of INR 4,000 per person).
What’s included
- 200 hours of yoga sessions
- Daily foods and fruits
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Temple visits
- 23 nights accommodation
What’s not included
- Flights
- Transport from and to the airport
- Airfare
- Insurances
- Vaccines
How to Reach SANCYA Ashram
- By Taxi: 140 km from Chennai International Airport (approx. 3.5 hours).
- By Bus: Public buses from Chennai or Pondicherry to the ashram.
- By Train: Nearest station is Villainur Railway Station, 2 km from the ashram.
Cancellation Policy
A reservation requires a 15% deposit of the total price. The deposit is fully refundable if canceled up to 10 days before the start date.
Whether you’re aiming to teach yoga professionally or seeking deep personal growth, SANCYA’s 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers a life-changing experience in one of India’s most tranquil settings. Join us to explore the healing powers of yoga and naturopathy while receiving top-notch instruction from certified professionals.