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Yoga for pregnancy
Are you aware of the term Prenatal Yoga? Prenatal yoga is an exceptional yoga practice specially made for expectant mothers. This type of yoga practice involves soft exercises that promote physical and mental well-being during pregnancy. The Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh provides pregnant women a perfect chance to delve into these nurturing yoga sessions, giving them a chance to improve the overall health of their baby and themselves. Expectant mothers can gain essential skills through this course to guide them through their yoga journey and also get a clear understanding of the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of pregnancy.
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training course in Rishikesh, India is a specialized program designed to train individuals to become a certified pre & postnatal yoga teacher to teach to expectant women. Rishikesh, also known for its spiritual environment, makes the perfect choice for learning yoga. Seekers will learn various subjects like prenatal anatomy, yoga poses for pregnancy, breathing techniques, yoga philosophies etc that help students to understand how Yoga can help pregnant women. The course also helps seekers to enhance their teaching skills and provides them a chance to get a certified yoga teacher. This also opens unlimited opportunities for seekers in their career
How can prenatal yoga help a mother connect with the baby?
Prenatal yoga helps mothers connect with the baby in several ways:
What Get With This Course?
Prenatal yoga is more than you think. It’s a great way to adjust your body tailored to expectant women, including maintaining good fitness, reducing stress, and preparing your mind and body for childbirth. As it’s equally important to practice safe exercise and low pressure during pregnancy, prenatal yoga focuses on gentle and safe poses that are absolutely safe and beneficial to expectant mothers and their babies. But is practicing yoga safe during pregnancy? This is the most common question asked by couples. We say yes; even science says yes to prenatal yoga. Why? Read this full article until the end. And if you think it’s only about physical well-being, then you are wrong. Prenatal yoga is not limited to physical well-being; it also helps to create a calm, peaceful, and balanced state of mind, which is important during pregnancy.
The poses you learn here will help you enjoy your pregnancy, ease your pain, and help with a normal delivery. A balanced diet, poses that are safe and effective, a peaceful environment, and happy moments are all that you need.
Postnatal yoga is a yoga form that is designed especially to support mothers during postpartum time. It usually begins after six weeks of childbirth, but also varies among women based on their recovery rate. Postnatal yoga focuses primarily on the physical and emotional changes that begin after childbirth, offering mothers a safe and nurturing environment to rebuild their strength and muscles and promote relaxation.
Physically, postnatal yoga involves gentle movements and poses that mainly target the body parts that have been affected during childbirth, like the abdomen, pelvic floor, and back. These poses help mothers improve posture, reduce pain, and strengthen the muscles that might get affected during pregnancy and childbirth. Yoga is incomplete if you can’t remove negativity from your body. Hence, it also incorporates breathing exercises to reduce stress and anxiety, helping mothers to promote calmness and positivity.
Emotionally, this program offers a supportive community for new mothers to connect with others with similar experiences. This will help new mothers connect emotionally with others, reduce the feeling of isolation, and provide a space for mothers to share their journey and the challenges of motherhood.
Rishikesh is also known as the “yoga capital of the world” for a reason. The calm and peaceful environment, surrounded by beautiful nature, makes it a perfect place to learn yoga. When you plan to join our prenatal yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh, you are planning to embark on a spiritual journey and personal growth.
The spiritual energy of Rishikesh is precious. Prenatal Yoga is a course where you can deepen your yoga practice not just through asanas but also in a spiritual and calm environment. This unique atmosphere enhances your learning, making the teachings of this course more resonating to mothers.
When we talk about learning yoga, we talk about Rishikesh Yogkulam because of his high-quality work and determination. Here, you will get the best and highest-quality learning content, from manual materials to a nurturing and supportive environment. Because at Rishikesh Yogkulam, we believe more in quality than quantity.
At Yogkulam, you will not only learn yoga, but you will also learn it from our finest and best yoga instructors. We are proud to say we have decades of experience in teaching our course. One of the best advantages of learning yoga from qualified instructors is that you will learn the entire course, including the safety and rules set by traditional and authentic yoga. Our teachers are certified by the Yoga Alliance and hence have higher authority and teaching skills.
Once the student has completed the Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, they will be given a certificate(RPYT) from the institution and can start teaching Prenatal yoga worldwide. The certificate will have a record of the hours spent on the course and state the fact that they will be henceforth able to hold a license as a registered prenatal yoga teacher. The certificate is issued by the Yoga Alliance USA which is one of the biggest organizations that is involved in the yogic lifestyle for years and is highly recognized and authentic.
Some Main Topics
Prenatal yoga is not just a yoga practice; it has unlimited benefits too. If you think it does not provide you with much benefit, you must read it. Here are the following benefits you should know:
Physical fitness:
Childbirth is difficult, and hence it requires special attention for women. The pain is unbearable for mothers, and after childbirth, your body might get affected. In order to gain strength and power, you at Prenatal Yoga will learn exercises and poses that will help you strengthen your affected muscles and body parts that have been affected during childbirth to give you more strength.
Improve flexibility:
For yoga, flexibility is important. But it is not like we do with a normal person. The exercises you learn will be gentle, which will not only strengthen your muscles but also give you more flexibility.
Emotional connection:
When you come to learn here, you will meet your fellow learners too, and this connection will help you to share your journey and experience with your fellow learners, giving you consistent emotional support.
Reduce stress:
A spiritual journey with a calm and peaceful environment, a supportive team, and yoga exercises like breathing will help you remove all negativity like stress, anxiety, and depression from you. You will develop positivity and a positive attitude towards your life.
Connection with your child:
This yoga really helps you to make a deeper and stronger connection with your baby. From stress management to relaxation and mindfulness to preparation for birth, it has all the benefits that an expecting mother should take.
Childbirth is difficult; in fact, it is more than a miracle. You might wonder how prenatal yoga helps you achieve better delivery outcomes. Let's have a look at the science behind this.
Prenatal yoga helps to strengthen and increase the flexibility of vaginal and perineum muscles, which results in smoother labor. As mentioned earlier, the exercises you will learn will help you to strengthen and flex your muscles. The flexibility of the muscles that develop during yoga gives women more energy and makes them more relaxed.
This is not what we say, but research is a testament to it. New research suggests that prenatal yoga has better outcomes in labor pain and delivery as compared to women who never exercised during pregnancy. Overall, some recent studies suggest that:
What Are The Highlights?
We believe in quality, and hence, we have the world’s best and top yoga instructors who will help you throughout your yoga journey. These instructors will guide you through your entire journey and help you perform yoga that gives your body flexibility and positive energy.
One-sided engagement is not enough; a supportive community makes your task easy. We are glad to say that we have the best supportive community that encourages and supports you on your spiritual journey. And we are proud that we have a worldwide community, giving us more encouragement to support seekers from all over the world.
You are not alone when you learn here. There are many students, just like you, who sign up for the course. And you will have a chance to learn, share your experience, and share joy with your fellow students, making an emotional connection.
Will you just learn physical poses? No, you will learn with a blend of physical and theoretical knowledge. Besides physical practice, you will also learn the science behind it.
This Course Highlights
Get the teacher training manual on arrival
Explore Rishikesh, the soul of Yoga
Accredited certificate by Yoga Alliance
Food and Accommodation
12+ years of experience and excellence in Yoga
Each class with a group of maximum 15-20 students
Prenatal YTTC Course Detail Summary
The following subjects are indicative of what you will study on this course
Anatomy Anatomy is a branch of study where you will learn the basics of human structure, body, and components. Learn how the creation of the human body, what systems it includes, and which asanas are best for which deformities and diseases.
PhysiologyPhysiology is a branch of study where you will learn about the functions of the human body. Knowing structure, components, and systems is not enough; in order to learn complete yoga, you must have knowledge of how the human body functions. Because, remember, yoga is not only about practicing asanas but beyond that.
Yoga Teaching Methodology Are you here just to learn yoga? Wait, yoga has more for you. You can even teach yoga in other schools, or you can even have the opportunity to open your own academy. This is possible once you complete and gain the certificate for the Yoga Teacher Training course.
Nutrition Your child and your body need special care and attention. Knowing what to eat and avoiding it can even make your pregnancy easier. After all, nutrition is important to everybody.
Mantra Chanting and meditation How will you gain peace in your mind? By doing meditation and chanting, you will come to know exactly what peace is.
One Time Investment
The 85 hour pre and postnatal yoga teacher training course fee starts from
399 USD599 USD
with our early bird discount
Enroll Course Buy Course NowThis course is also for those who want to continue their prenatal yoga teacher training as a prenatal yoga instructor. This means it’s not necessary that you be a woman or expect a child. Any man or woman can join this course.
Here You Get Best Facility In Rishikesh
At Rishikesh Yogkulam, we understand the importance of a conducive environment for a healthy mind, body and soul. In the lap of the Himalayas, on the banks of the river Ganga, our school is ideally located to help you embrace a yogic lifestyle. Accommodation is available on private as well as shared basis while the food is prepared in-house itself, specially designed to nurture your body allowing you to focus on your practice. All in all, we strive to provide the best possible accommodation facilities and delicious, satvik food to ensure that everyone feels absolutely comfortable, warm and as homely as possible.
All throughout, we provide the best possible accommodation facilities and delicious, sattvic food.
Private accommodation and Air conditioning facilities are available at an additional cost.
Time Table At Rishikesh Yogkulam
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training is specially designed to keep the student in contemplation of the subject matter throughout the day while also allowing them personal time. This schedule is the best integration of theory and practice, helping the student stay fresh and energetic throughout the day. The daily schedule is as follows:
The daily schedule is as follows:
06:00 – 07:00
Mantra chanting + Pranayama
07:15 – 08:45
Hatha yoga flow
09:00
Breakfast
11:00 – 13:00
Garbh Sanskar: Philosophy of prenatal yoga
Anyone can learn yoga and spiritual practice but is that enough? Besides gaining essential knowledge of yoga, it is also necessary to have a close look at the life of a yogi because this is what makes you a true yogi. For this purpose, our yoga school in Rishikesh designed a proper schedule/timetable for the students opting for the course as it will induce proper discipline in you making you ready to embark on the right journey of yoga and divinity.
13:15
Lunch
15:00 – 16:30
Anatomy & Physiology + Asana lab
16:45 - 17:45
Restorative or yin yoga
18:00 - 19:00
Meditation + Yoga nidra
19:15
Dinner
Note*:Schedule is subjected to change.
Points To Be Noted
At Rishikesh Yogkulam, we know the importance of a healthy environment. A healthy mind, body, and soul are equally important if you want to enjoy your transformative journey. Accommodation is there on a private as well as a shared basis, and the food that you are being served with is prepared in-house, especially to nurture your body, helping you to focus on your practice. In total, we provide you with the best and unique accommodation, along with delicious and satvik meals, to ensure that you have absolutely warm and comfortable surroundings.
Total Fee For 85 Hour Pre and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training Course In Rishikesh: USD 399
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Once you complete a prenatal yoga course, you will get Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher Certificate(RPYT) registered with Yoga Alliance USA. It opens unlimited doors for you. This certificate has international recognition and can help you increase your credibility as a prenatal yoga teacher. This means you can teach yoga to pregnant women and new mothers with a safe and effective approach. You can teach in other schools as well, or even open your own yoga school or academy, or you can also teach through social media. So we can say that this course has unlimited opportunities for you. Either you just want to practice or you want to make a career in this field.
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Yin Yoga & Meditation
Ella is an ex marketing manager who has always been very curios about the human mind and the holistic approaches, which led her to study Neuro Linguistic Programming and Aromatherapy. Her journey into yoga begun in a period were she was experiencing a deep depression and she couldn't find a purpose to live. Moved by an inner call, she decided to go to India and enroll in a yoga course and that's when her life had a turn point. After short, she healed completely from depression, and inspired by the incredible change yoga brought into her life she decided to continue to deepen her studies by taking teacher training courses, retreats and workshop specializing herself in Yin Yoga, meditation techniques (especially Buddhist, Osho, yoga nidra), Pranayama, and Reiki. For her Yin Yoga practice she takes inspiration from Sarah Powers, with whom she did a course in London; and Paul Grilley. Her classes are focused to release the blockages from the body, both mental and physical. In her cueing, you can find many anatomical as psychological and spiritual aspects. She always puts great emphasis on breathing techniques during the class and meditation, both before and after the practice. Since her passion for music and naturopathy, she also likes to add mantra chanting, sound healing and aromatherapy in her classes. Her favourite motto is "Change is hardest at the beginning, messiest in the middle and best at the end."
10+ Year Of Experience In Yoga
Yog Nidra & Meditation
As a teacher, Deepa Negi Mira focuses largely on Meditation, Yoga Nidra, Mantra Chanting, and Laughing Yoga. She has fondly been teaching 200 hours and 300 hours of Yoga teacher training courses at various prestigious yoga schools for more than 12 years. For many, spirituality may have a definition differentiating from one another, but for Deepa ‘spirituality’ is all about peace of mind, being consistent within striking a perfect balance with yourself. After having gained tremendous support and respect from all those who value her deep inside, she thinks that spirituality is something that can be found in nature. Other than imparting various aspects of yoga, Deepa Ji is fond of capturing shots and taking a pleasant walk in nature. Traveling is something that has always fascinated her and she does not think twice when it comes to giving a touch of discovery.
20+ Year Of Experience In Yoga
Hatha Yoga & Ashtanga Vinyasa
Born in the lap of the Holy Ganga, at the feet of the Bhootnath Shiva Temple, amidst the forests of the Himalayas, Dhirendra reveals himself as a nature lover and spiritual seeker. Having started his schooling at the tender age of 5, from one of the oldest, most iconic and traditional schools of Rishikesh, Dhirendra believes he was drawn to Yoga by a mystical force as he practiced asanas during the physical education lessons in school. He began to live the yogic way of life from that early age and embraced spirituality as his routines began with worshipping Lord Shiva and the Holy Ganga and continued with practising asanas, eating satvik food and attending music lessons. It was under the able guidance of his Guru Narender Gusain that he was able to leave all his vices and practice Yoga religiously. His dedication was such that there were times that he would practice till his body was sore, and it was around this time that he realized that the external appreciation and praise were pointless and the true meaning of Yoga was the alignment of the body, mind and soul, being able to appreciate himself from within. The next part of his training came under Guru Nalin Sharma, under whom he learned Yogic Philosophy and spiritual growth and finally under Guru Roshan Singh, Dhirendra underwent lessons on personal growth. When his three Gurus thought he was ready, Dhirendra started the Yoga school with one goal - helping other seekers on their yogic journey to explore their full potential.
10+ Year Of Experience In Yoga
Anatomy & Physiology
Amit Payal, the founder of Rishikesh Yogkulam, is an E-RYT 500-Hour Yoga instructor with a Master's degree in Yoga Science. He is a well-known, appreciated and celebrated Yoga master in Rishikesh, India. With several specialisations like Alignment, Adjustment, Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, Yoga philosophy, Anatomy and Pranayama, Amit ensures that his pupils , whether teachers or students, push their limits, test their boundaries and achieve their goals. As warm as he is passionate about Yoga, he makes sure each and every person that comes through his school leaves there, confident about their capabilities and with a feeling of oneness and family. He has been conducting teacher training courses regularly for more than five years and has taught more than 100 YTTC's to seekers from across the globe. His experience, skill and warmth help all his students journey into their minds and bodies as he adeptly schools them in breath control and movement - the pillars of a Yoga practice. Amit believes it vital that his teachings convey the profound, authentic and ancient knowledge of Yoga and it's millennia-old traditions.
10+ Year Of Experience In Yoga
Mantra Chanting
Mandeepji came to Rishikesh in 2002 and wrapped himself in the practise of Yoga by the banks of the holy river Ganga for years. Having completed his early education from the renowned Parmarth Niketan Ashram, he has been expounding his knowledge of Mantra Chanting, Yoga Philosophy and Meditation unto other seekers for more than 10 years now. Besides this, he is a learned astrologer and has been practising the same for more than 9 years. Not stopping there, Mandeepji also possesses a deep interest in music and is also a sound healing expert. Indeed a maestro in his field, Mandeepji, with a staggering 18 years of experience in Yoga practice, goes above and beyond to motivate his students to explore and realize their full potential!
20+ Year Of Experience In Yoga
Yoga philosophy, Meditation
Sadhu Shri Ji has a deep knowledge in philosophy owing to his specialization in Indian Philosophy. He has studied Patanjali Yoga Sutra, Upanishads, and Buddhist literature in depth which has contributed immensely to his knowledge of philosophy and history. Now, for many years, the Yoga Guru has been sharing his valuable experience of philosophy with his students along with teaching his students on how to use the knowledge in day-to-day routine life with the help of practical approach backed by reasoning. He has been helping hundreds of students every year to explore the deeper layers of yoga and become proficient tutors. He began his journey of learning from the Divine Life Society, Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh. Later on, he added several feathers to his caps.
20+ Year Of Experience In Yoga
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🙏 Namaste and welcome to our Yoga Teacher Training Course.
We are deeply grateful to share this transformative journey with you — a path of growth that embraces the body, mind, and spirit.
May each moment here be a source of awareness, harmony, and inner light.
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