Nirvaana 200
Registration Form
Materials: TTC manual will be provided.
Language: The course is taught in English.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Attendance
- Performance
- Written and practical exam
A minimum combined score of 50% is required to pass.
Please note : Please inform us in advance of any allergic conditions, medications, or recent surgeries.
Cancellations are accepted up to 1 week before the start date with a 10% fee. Requests after this period will be deferred to the next batch.
What is a 200-hour Yoga TTC course, and who is it for?
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) is an immersive program ideal for both beginners and intermediate yogis. It provides a solid foundation for teaching yoga, deepening practice, and exploring the yogic way of life. The course covers ancient styles such as Hatha, and Ashtanga yoga, alongside breathing and mindfulness practices. You’ll study adjustment and alignment techniques, yoga philosophy, human anatomy, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, Mudra, and more.
Will The Certificate Issued By Nirvaana Yoga Academy Be Valid In My Home Country or Is certification recognized internationally?
Yes, our 200-hour TTC is approved by Yoga Alliance USA and Yoga alliance International, making it internationally recognized and respected.
Can I join the TTC if I’m new to yoga?
Our course welcomes all levels, making it the perfect opportunity to begin your yoga journey from scratch.
For any further queries or assistance, please reach out to us at support@habitacademy.in or contact us at +91 9895375780
Curriculum
TECHNIQUES, TRAINING, PRACTICE
- Historical context
- Poses specific to RYS’s lineage—must include sukhasana and savasana
- Complete sequencing (asana, pranayama, meditation) to achieve particular effect safely
- Shared anatomical and alignment principles plus contraindications
- Historical context
- Effects of pranayama on anatomy and subtle body
- Complete sequencing of pranayama safely, including alternatives and adaptations
- Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, among others
- Koshas, kleshas, chakras, nadis and prana vayus
- Key meditation terms
- Meditation methods by lineage
- Ability to practice school’s chosen meditation practice
- Chanting, mantras, and mudras
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
- Major bones
- Types of joints
- Major muscles involved in asana
- Types of muscle contraction
- Nervous system, incl. ‘fight, flight, freeze’ stress response, vagal theory, overall mind-body connection
- Cardiovascular/circulatory, endocrine, digestive systems as they relate to yoga practice
- Respiratory system, incl. muscles that affect breathing, involuntary vs voluntary breath, how air enters and leaves body
- Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, among others
- Koshas, kleshas, chakras, nadis and prana vayus
- Types of joint movements
- Joint stabilization
- Safe movement as it pertains to balancing, stretching, awareness, and physical limitations
- Contraindications, misalignments, adaptations
YOGA HUMANITIES
- Term ‘yoga’
- School’s lineage, style, and methodology
- Dates and key ideas such as the Vedas, Vedanta, Hatha, Colonial, Modern
- Definition of yoga and key terms
- Relationship between asana, pranayama, meditation per school’s approach
- Familiarity w/ major yogic texts (i.e., Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Hatha Yoga Pradipika)
- Self-reflection on how philosophy relates to practice
- Awareness of Yoga Sutras or similar yogic ethical precepts
- Relationship to Yoga Alliance Ethical Commitment including Scope of Practice, Code of Conduct, and Equity Position Statement
- Comprehension of and responsibility to increase equity in yoga
- Accountability measures
- Self-reflection on how yoga ethics relate to practice and teaching
PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS
- Sequencing
- Pace
- Environment
- Cueing (verbal, visual, physical)
- Class management
- Yoga-related professional organizations, including the Yoga Alliance credentialing process
- Ethical Commitment, including Scope of Practice, Code of Conduct and Equity Position Statement
- Lifetime of learning and continuing education
- General professionalism, including timeliness, consistency, cleanliness
- Marketing and promotion
- Liability insurance, waivers, invoicing
- Knowledge, skills, experience across 12 key competencies
- Mentorship component, incl. apprenticeship, feedback
Dr. Yamini Rani
Founder Nirvaana Yoga Academy
Dr. Yamini Rani
Our Teachers
VIGNAVI SAJJALA
VIGNAVI SAJJALA
Vignavi Sajjala is a dedicated yoga teacher with a deep passion for guiding others on their journey to health, balance, and inner peace. With teaching experience globally, Vignavi specializes in Vinyasa flow, emphasizing breath, alignment, and mindful movement.
Certified with 200 hours of Yoga Teacher Training from Bodhi Yoga Academy and recognized as a Certified Yoga Volunteer by YCB, Ministry of Ayush, Vignavi’s teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and inclusive environment. She empowers students to explore their physical and mental potential through dynamic sequences and precise anatomical cues.
In addition to her yoga certifications, Vignavi holds a Diploma in Applied Nutrition, which complements her holistic approach to wellness. Her classes cater to all levels, offering modifications and challenges to meet individual needs. By combining physical exertion with relaxation techniques and personalized dietary guidance, Vignavi inspires students to embrace the transformative power of yoga and lead an improved lifestyle.
Nikitha Jayaprakash
Nikitha Jayaprakash
Nikitha Jayaprakas is a professional yoga coach, counselor, social worker, and Kalari practitioner with a passion for combining mindfulness and exercise to enhance overall health and well-being. Her journey into yoga teaching was inspired by a deep commitment to integrating mental and physical wellness.
As a family counselor, Nikitha recognized the critical importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle by harmonizing mental and physical processes in our daily lives. She believes that mindful body movements can help release tension and anxiety, fostering healthier relationships within oneself and strengthening the bonds within families.
Nikitha’s early exposure to martial arts, including Karate, Yoga, and Kalari, played a significant role in shaping her path toward becoming a wellness coach. Her diverse background in these disciplines allows her to offer a holistic approach to health and well-being.
Nikitha is a dedicated yoga teacher who earned 200-hour TTC certification from the esteemed Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers & Ashrams in India. Since then, she has been passionately continuing as a yoga teacher, guiding students on their yoga journey and helping them discover the transformative power of yoga.
