Yoga Teacher Certificate Course
(Weekend) | (Medium: Hybrid)
Duration: 4 Months – 200 Hours
Affiliation
This course is accredited as Certificate Course from Indian Yoga Association (IYA) and the Syllabus is equivalent to Level 2 – (Yoga Wellness Instructor) of Yoga Certification Board (YCB).
We are also RYS200 certified.
Please Note: Even though YCB has recognised Kaivalyadhama as Leading Yoga Institute but as per YCB guidelines registration to YCB is to be done separately by students. If anyone wishes to be certified by YCB then exam has to be taken and paid for separately.
YTCC is a blended (Hybrid) programme for aspiring Yoga teachers
The YTCC program is ideal for those who have always wanted to have an in-depth understanding of Yoga but are unable to commit longer periods of time for course completion.
The course is appropriate even for a beginner of Yoga to get a proper and extensive understanding of the traditional and scientific aspects of Yoga.
The YTCC program covers textual, psycho-physiological and practical aspects of Yoga, as well as, teaching methods in yoga.
Students are qualified to become Yoga instructors after successful completion of this course, and can take up Yoga as a career.
Duration
(Weekend) | (Medium: Hybrid)
4 Months – 200 Hours
Course Fees
Fees - Rs. 25,000/-
Fees does not include the following
- The course fee does not include Yoga kit
- Reference books
- The course fee will cover tuition and exam fees only
- Special discount for Kaivalyadham Outreach Sevaks
Eligibility
Education: Minimum 12th standard
Age: 18 to 60 years
Medical Fitness: Candidates should be medically fit and sound as certified by competent authority
Course Date
27th October to 26th February 2026
Course Details
- Lectures – Timing– 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm; online
- *Recording of the lectures will be shared with the students
- Timings: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday (Subject to change per Centre)
- Special Sundays: (Shuddhi kriya) (Shuddhi Kriya practice requires students to arrive earlier at the center. Specific timing details will be communicated in advance.)
- 80% attendance is mandatory
- Written exam, viva, lesson plan and practical exam will be conducted at the Centre at the end of the course
- It is mandatory to pass each of the above to qualify for Certificate
- Kaivalyadhama will present certificate of completion of Course to the successful candidates
*The course will run simultaneously at 4 Centres of Kaivalyadhama.
Students can choose the centre for practice from the following locations
Pune
Kaivalyadhama Pune Centre, Manasi Vikas Kendra, 137/1 Someshwar Temple Road, Pashan, Pune – 411021
Email: kdham.pune@kdham.com
Contact Number: +91 9158482113 / +91 9096135255
Centre Link: Click Here
Bhopal
Kaivalyadhama Yoga Prashikshan Kendra, Near Govt. Gurukulam School’s Hostel, Bawadiya Kala, Bhopal – 462039
Email: kdham.bhopal@kdham.com
Contact Number: +91 7869164812
Centre Link: Click Here
Rajkot
Saurashtra Medical & Educational Charitable Trust Project “Life”, Racecourse, Ring Road, Rajkot, Gujarat - 360001
Delhi
Email: kdham.delhi@kdham.com
Contact Number: (+91) 9719304075 / (+91) 9910012687
Centre Link: Click Here
*The course may not be held at a particular centre if the number of admissions is insufficient.
| Contact Hours | Non-Contact Hours | Total | ||||
| Hours | Credits | Hours | Credits | Hours | Credits | |
| Theory | 64 | 4.3 | 20 | 1.3 | 84 | 5.6 |
| Practical | 88 | 2.9 | 50 | 1.7 | 138 | 4.6 |
| Teaching | 10 | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | 0.8 |
| Total | 162 | 7.5 | 85 | 3.5 | 247 | 11 |
| Paper | Title | Number of Hours | Marks |
| 1 | Introduction to Yoga & Patanjala Yoga | 12 | 100 |
| 2 | Introduction to Hatha Yoga & Yoga and Value Education | 12 | 100 |
| 3 | Yoga: Anatomy & Physiology | 12 | 100 |
| 4 | Applied Yoga (Wellness, Prevention, Positive Health, Stress Management and Mental Health) | 12 | 100 |
| 5 | Teaching Practice | 12 | 100* |
| Teaching Practice: 1 Lesson Plan for each student | 10 | 50 | |
| Practical | 88 | 100 | |
| Viva-Voce | 100 | ||
| TOTAL | 700 | ||
| * | 50% of 100 Marks Theory Paper are counted | ||
“ANUSHASAN” discipline is the first step where the yoga starts. All the students have to follow the rules and regulations of Kaivalyadhama.
- Behavioural Aspect: Respect to the Guru as Yoga is a Tradition of “Guru-Shishya Parampara”. No unwanted discussion in the class when the faculty is teaching. No gossiping in the class.
- Dress Code: T-shirt and Track pant is dress code for the practical as well as lectures.
- Punctuality: Punctuality is important as you have to follow anushasan.
- Mobile Phone: Usage of mobile phone is restricted in the class. Your phone should be switched off before entering the class.
- While attending the online lecture all students have to keep their Camera ON. Failing which the student will be barred from attending the lecture.
- Any other existing code of conduct.
Before you Register
- Please upload the eligibility documents (in clear and visible form) on the online form when filling it out.
- Application forms with inappropriate or unreadable documents will not be processed further.
- Please mention about additional yoga certificate details in the form itself.
Percentage of Refund Condition
- 100% Withdrawal within 15 days after joining (Processing fee deducted) (T&C apply)
- 40% Withdrawal between 16–30 days after joining (T&C apply)
Frequently Asked Questions
The course fee is ₹25,000/-, covering tuition and examination fees. All payments must be made online only. Cash is not accepted.
No. Full fee payment is required at the time of admission. Installments are not permitted.
Fees must be paid online via bank transfer or payment link, which will be provided after admission confirmation.
Account Name: Kaivalyadhama
Bank Name: Axis Bank
Account Number: 916010075345223
IFSC Code: UTIB0002773
Branch: Lonavala
- Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview
- During the interview, candidates must present original documents for verification
- Final selection will be made by the Selection Board, and their decision is final
- English and Hindi
- Students may write exams in English, Hindi, or Marathi
A recommended book list will be shared. Students are expected to purchase books themselves.
Yes.
- 80% attendance in theory and practicals (including teaching assignments) is mandatory
- Students with <80% attendance will take exams in the next academic cycle
- Students with <60% attendance will be required to re-enroll
RYT-200 stands for Registered Yoga Teacher 200, indicating that the student has completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course from a Yoga Alliance–registered school.
This certification is a foundational requirement for teaching yoga professionally and is recognized internationally.
Graduates of this program can explore roles such as:
- Professional Yoga Instructor in studios, gyms, and wellness retreats
- Corporate Wellness Consultant
- Educator in Yoga institutions
Yes. A one-day visit to Kaivalyadhama Ashram is organized.
It is compulsory only for students enrolled at the Pune center
Yes, the refund policy is as follows:
| Percentage of Refund | Condition |
| 100% | Withdrawal within 15 days after joining (Processing fee deducted) |
| 40% | Withdrawal between 16–30 days after joining |
Note: Refunds are processed as per Kaivalyadhama’s internal policies. Terms and conditions apply.
- Age: Minimum 18 years
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be certified fit by a competent authority
- Physically Challenged: Applicants must submit a valid government-issued disability certificate
- Education: Minimum qualification is 12th Standard (HSC pass)
- Fill the application form online: https://forms.gle/NWLbNJbzwsU5gef5A
- Attend the interview (online/offline details will be communicated)
- Upon selection, pay the course fee to confirm admission
- Upload scanned copies of required certificates and a passport-size photo
Note: Candidates who do not meet eligibility may attend the course without certification
No. It’s a blended format:
- Theory Lectures: Online (Monday to Friday, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
- Practical Sessions: In-person on weekends (Saturday & Sunday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)* *Timings may vary by center
- Recorded lectures will be shared periodically
- Communication will happen via Google Classroom and a dedicated WhatsApp group
- Kaivalyadhama Certification
- RYT-200 Certification (Registered Yoga Teacher – 200 hours, Yoga Alliance equivalent)
- Advanced Certificate from the Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
- Kaivalyadhama is a Registered Yoga School (RYS) with Yoga Alliance. Students will be eligible to register as RYT-200 (Registered Yoga Teacher – 200 hours). The RYT certificate must be downloaded directly by the student from the Yoga Alliance website after creating an account and uploading the required documents.
- Accredited as an Advanced Certificate Course by the Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
- Based on the syllabus equivalent to Level 2 – Yoga Teacher and Evaluator under the Yoga Certification Board (YCB)
Note: YCB certification requires separate registration and examination, with additional fees
Students may choose from one of the following Kaivalyadhama centers:
- Pune
- Bhopal
- Rajkot
- Delhi
Students must wear a T-shirt and track pants for all practical sessions
The last date for submitting the application form is October 25, 2025
Contact Details
Course Incharge
Ms. Ruchi Agarwal: +91-9422095112 | Ms. Madhusmita: +91-9763172207
Kaivalyadhama Pune Centre: +91-9096135255 (whatsapp only)
Email id: kdham.pune@kdham.com
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