Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga Vidya

Free from the distractions of daily life, these weeks offer you the opportunity to learn more about your own yoga practice than you might in several years. You will gain a deep understanding of yoga philosophy and acquire theoretical foundations at lectures and workshops. Even if you do not wish to work as a yoga teacher afterwards, this training is beneficial as you will experience yoga and yourself in an intense and profound way. The solid theory and practice will enable you to conduct courses for various levels and requirements. The experienced teachers share their knowledge and experiences with heart and intellect.

Topics Overview

1. Introduction - Philosophy and Goal of Yoga
2. General Hatha Yoga
3. Tantra and Kundalini Yoga - Yoga of Energy
4. Raja Yoga - Mental Training and Meditation
5. Karma Yoga
6. Bhakti Yoga - Establishing Contact with the Divine
7. Jnana Yoga - The Yoga of Knowledge
8. Yoga Teaching Methodology

Philosophy

In the ashram in the Teutoburg Forest, spirituality, yoga, and meditation are lived and shared according to Hindu tradition. There is no daily room service. Self-service dining hall. Staff and guests live smoke-free and alcohol-free. An important aspect of yoga is the mindful interaction with nature and all beings. Therefore, the diet is vegan. The entire hotel operates on interactive cooperation, with staff dedicatedly serving you with love and commitment.

The area around Horn-Bad Meinberg is known as the "Healing Garden of Central Europe". The high concentration of spa resorts, healing baths, healing springs, moorlands, and power sites such as the Externsteine is unique. For centuries, health-conscious people have sought healing, tranquillity, spiritual experience, and self-discovery in this region.

One of the largest vegan organic kitchens in Germany. At 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., a vegan wholefood buffet (lunch and dinner) awaits you. Water and tea are also available throughout the day. In the morning, there is a selection of fruits. For the homemade dishes, fresh organic ingredients are used. Yoga Vidya places great emphasis on seasonal, sustainable products and supports local farmers and partners. 2 large and 7 additional smaller dining halls. For questions regarding allergens, there is a list with information for allergy sufferers at the buffet.

Hatha
Kundalini
Traditional
Yoga Vidya / Sivananda Style

Yoga Levels

For Beginners (with some yoga experience)
For Practised
For Professionals

Library corner, sun terrace, Nordic walking, hiking and cycling in the magnificent parks and idyllic forests of the area. The Externsteine, the Hermann Monument, picturesque old towns, castles and churches, such as in Hameln or Paderborn, invite you to excursions. Leisure pool and sauna area in Aqualip in Detmold (about 11 km) and in summer, in good weather, outdoor pool Bad Meinberg/Vahlhausen (about 2 km).