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Why Choose the Online Teacher Training Course at World Peace Yoga School?

Do you want to become a yoga teacher, or go deeper into the practice of yoga? If the answer is yes, this is the right course for you. You can now register for the 500 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training at our world-famous yoga school in Rishikesh and be with us from the comfort of your home.

Work and study have gone online, and the beauty is that we can now bring the practice of traditional yoga to you. If you want an in-depth course that completely immerses you in the practice, our 500-hour online course is for you. We have trained over 10,000 students, and our specialist teachers bring a combined experience of over 30 years — sharing authentic teachings passed down through the ages in their simplest traditional form.

This course takes you on a journey from the basic to the advanced level of yoga, at your own pace and from your own home. It benefits you in many ways — not just in your personal practice or in becoming a teacher, but in how you look at the world — and gives you a real edge in the market.

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Yoga Alliance Certified Courses and Certification

Yoga Alliance is a non-profit organization that accredits yoga courses throughout the globe, and schools must follow its guidelines to stay accredited. All courses at World Peace Yoga School are certified by Yoga Alliance, so after completing them you are on your way to becoming a global yoga practitioner and teacher.

Course Includes

  • 500 hours of high-quality pre-recorded course videos
  • 1 or 5 year access
  • Live Q & A session every Saturday
  • Study materials
  • Yoga Alliance accreditation
  • Compatible with mobile, desktop and tablets

Major Styles Of Yoga You Will Learn

  • Classical Hatha Yoga
  • Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
  • Body alignment
  • Adjustment of yoga poses
  • Teaching methodology and sequencing
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Why Choose The 500 Hour Online YTTC With World Peace Yoga School

  • Study through pre-recorded sessions that fit your schedule.
  • Live Q & A sessions on philosophy and asana to clear your doubts.
  • Feel part of our global family — as if you were in India — through our opening and closing ceremonies.
  • Understand and embody yogic teachings based on Himalayan traditions.
  • Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of India from your home.
  • Learn from the best teachers, immersed in yogic practice for decades.
  • New to yoga or already teaching, this full 500-hour course is a journey of a lifetime.
  • All study materials in PDF format, with online pre-recorded courses.
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Your Accomplishments After the Online 500 Hours Yoga TTC

  • 1 Year Access 649 USD Online 500 Hour Yoga TTC Book Now
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Subjects & Certification With Yoga Alliance

Online 500 Hours Yoga TTC – Yoga Alliance Certification

Make sure you learn with a Yoga Alliance registered school — it validates the teaching and confirms authenticity before you enrol. With a 500-hour online TTC from a Yoga Alliance certified school, your chances of employment double, you can teach worldwide, and you can host retreats of your own.

After receiving your Yoga Alliance certificate, you can apply to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and teach anywhere in the world. Our courses help you absorb the essence not only of yoga but of being a yoga guru, so you can carry the transformation further yourself.

Some Of The Major Topics You Will Learn

You will learn the science and history of yoga and human anatomy, along with yoga philosophy, poses, mudras, bandhas, kriyas, and meditation. The curriculum is exhaustive and gives you in-depth knowledge of the discipline, bringing you one step closer to being a yogi or yogini.

  • Classical Hatha Yoga
  • Ashtanga Yoga
  • Vinyasa Yoga
  • Body Alignment
  • Yoga Poses
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology & Philosophy
  • Teaching Methodology
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500 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training Course Curriculum

Hatha Yoga

  • Pawanmuktasana A
  • Pawanmuktasana B
  • Pawanmuktasana C
  • Kneeling postures
  • Standing postures
  • Parsvottanasana
  • Standing joint movements
  • Balancing postures
  • Sun salutation
  • Adjustment
  • Inversions
  • Fire series
  • Hip opening postures
  • Seated forward bends
  • Seated twisting postures
  • Sequence
  • Asana assignment

Alignment & Adjustment

  • How to practice Sun Salutation correctly
  • Correct alignment of Sun Salutation
  • Alignment and adjustment of Utkatasana, Adho Mukha Svanasana, Trikonasana, Uttanasana, Padangusthasana, Padahastasana
  • Alignment and adjustment with and without props – Warrior 1, 2 and 3
  • Alignment & adjustment of Prasarita Padottanasana A/B/C/D
  • Alignment & adjustment of Parsvottanasana, Ardha Chandrasana
  • Assignment for alignment

Ashtanga Vinyasa

In the 20th century, K. Pattabhi Jois developed Ashtanga Vinyasa, a modern form of classical Indian yoga taught by his teacher Krishnamacharya — an energetic practice with breath awareness and mindful movement. The primary series is taught in this course, and every asana is detailed in the Ashtanga manual you receive.

Foundations
  • Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
  • History of Ashtanga Yoga
  • Awakening the fire within
  • The breath of life
  • Prana
  • A chakra contemplation
  • Eight limbs of yoga and the practice of K. Pattabhi Jois
  • How to do Bandha in Ashtanga
  • Drishti – focusing attention during movement
  • Cleansing and purification
  • Creating a sacred place
  • The challenging asanas
  • Proper use of props and yoga instruments
  • Sun Salutation A & B (Week 1)
  • Standing asana series (Week 2)
  • Sitting asana series (Week 3)
  • Finishing asana series (Week 3)
  • Teaching practice – traditional & Mysore style (Week 4)
Primary Series Asanas
  • Padangusthasana – big toe posture
  • Pada Hastasana – hand under foot posture
  • Utthita Trikonasana (A+B) – triangle posture
  • Utthita Parsvakonasana (A+B) – extended side angle
  • Prasarita Padottanasana (A–D) – wide-leg stretch
  • Parsvottanasana – intense side stretch
  • Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana – hand to big toe
  • Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana – half bound lotus forward bend
  • Utkatasana – fierce pose
  • Virabhadrasana A+B – warrior pose
  • Dandasana – staff pose
  • Paschimottanasana – seated forward bend
  • Purvottanasana – intense east stretch
  • Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana – half bound lotus forward bend
  • Tiryang Mukha Ekapada Paschimottanasana – one leg intense stretch
  • Janu Sirsasana – head to knee pose
  • Marichyasana – sage Marichi pose
  • Navasana – boat pose
  • Bhujapidasana – shoulder pressure pose
  • Kurmasana – tortoise pose
  • Supta Kurmasana – sleeping tortoise
  • Garbha Pindasana – embryo posture
  • Kukkutasana – rooster posture
  • Baddha Konasana – bound angle pose
  • Upavistha Konasana – seated angle posture
  • Supta Konasana – lying angle posture
  • Supta Padangusthasana – reclining big toe posture
  • Ubhaya Padangusthasana – both big toes posture
  • Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana – upward facing forward bend
  • Setu Bandhasana – bridge posture
Finishing Postures
  • Urdhva Dhanurasana – upward bow
  • Salamba Sarvangasana – shoulder stand
  • Halasana – plough posture
  • Karnapidasana – ear pressure posture
  • Urdhva Padmasana – upward lotus
  • Pindasana – embryo posture
  • Matsyasana – fish posture
  • Uttana Padasana – extended leg posture
  • Chakrasana – wheel posture
  • Sirsasana – headstand
  • Baddha Padmasana – bound lotus
  • Yoga Mudra – sealed yoga posture
  • Padmasana – lotus posture
  • Utpluthih – uprooting posture
  • Savasana – corpse pose

Yoga Philosophy (Yoga Darshana)

  • Pain makes us all philosophers
  • What philosophy is and why it matters
  • Science of Karma
  • Purpose of human life
  • Founder of yoga
  • Yoga is not a religion but a lifestyle
  • Yoga philosophy is the philosophy of life
  • Eight limbs of yoga – Santosha and Tapas
  • Religion, belief, ignorance and yoga
  • Yoga is the control of the operations of the mind
  • Philosophy is the search for truth
  • Philosophy Lesson 12
  • Philosophy Lesson 13
  • Philosophy Lesson 14
  • Assignment

Yoga Anatomy

Yoga anatomy is one of the most important subjects for yoga teachers. You will learn two types of anatomy — physical and spiritual.

Physical Anatomy
  • Introduction to the body and its structure
  • Body planes
  • Anatomical movements
  • Bones of the skull
  • Cervical vertebrae
  • Shoulder girdle, arm bones and pelvic region
  • Deformities of the spine
  • Lower extremity
  • Tendons and ligaments
  • Muscular system
  • Nervous system
  • Respiratory system
Spiritual Anatomy
  • Nadi (energy channels)
  • Chakras (energy centres)
  • Kundalini (prime energy and source of all creativity)
  • Panchakosha (5 layers)
  • Pancha Mahabhuta (5 elements and body structure)
  • Tri-Guna (three attributes)

Pranayama Practices

  • Welcome to Pranayama
  • Introducing Pranayama
  • Aspects of breathing
  • Levels of Prana
  • Books and scriptures of Pranayama
  • General understanding of Pranayama
  • How to activate the nostrils
  • Secrets of Pranayama
  • Purpose of Pranayama
  • Breath and the 5 elements
  • Units of Prana
  • Functions of Prana
  • Three Gunas
  • How Prana flows
  • Quality of breath
  • Imbalance of Prana
  • Retention of breath
  • Sukhasana – posture for practice
  • Swastikasana – posture for Pranayama
  • Vajrasana – posture for Pranayama
  • Siddhasana – posture for Pranayama
  • Padmasana – lotus pose for breathing
  • Maitri Asana for Pranayama
  • Breathing patterns
  • Clavicular breathing
  • Thoracic or chest breathing
  • Diaphragmatic breathing
  • Yogic breathing
  • Pranava Pranayama
  • Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
  • Bhastrika Pranayama
  • Kapalabhati Pranayama
  • Panchakosha Pranayama
  • Pranayama philosophy
  • Pranayama assignment

Mantra Chanting & Meditation

Mantra Chanting
  • What is Mantra
  • Shanti Mantra
  • Asato Ma Sad Gamaya
  • Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
  • Mantra assignment
Meditation
  • Introduction to meditation
  • History of meditation
  • What is meditation
  • Scriptures of meditation
  • Meditation manual
  • Secrets of meditation
  • Important things to know in meditation
  • Preparation for meditation
  • How to sit in meditation
  • Asana for meditation
  • Body position
  • Difference between human and animal
  • Swastikasana – a meditation pose for all
  • How to practice Vajrasana to meditate
  • Siddhasana – meditation pose for Kundalini awakening
  • Padmasana – lotus for advanced students
  • Maitri Asana for elderly and weak bodies
  • Diaphragmatic breathing for enhancing meditation
  • Full body relaxation
  • Basic meditation exercise
  • Meditation assignment

Yoga Therapy & Ayurveda

Yoga Therapy
  • Foundation of yoga therapy
  • Therapy for common diseases
  • Role of purification techniques in yoga therapy
  • Pranayama therapy
Ayurveda
  • Meaning of Ayurveda
  • Four Vedas
  • Panchakarma – Part 1
  • Panchakarma – Part 2
  • Ayurveda therapies
  • Mouth disease therapies
  • Ayurvedic treatment
  • Aushadh – medicine and herbs
  • Ayurveda guide on sexual activity
  • Marma therapy – Part 1
  • Marma therapy – Part 2
  • Massage therapy

Yoga Nidra Theory & Practice

Yoga Nidra Theory
  • What is Yoga Nidra
  • Purpose of Yoga Nidra
  • Process of Yoga Nidra
  • Techniques of Yoga Nidra
  • The role of relaxation
  • Mind training
  • Yoga Nidra experience
  • Pratyahara
  • Different states of consciousness
Yoga Nidra Practice
  • Basic relaxation practice
  • Full body relaxation practice
  • Tension relaxation practice
  • 31 point blue star Yoga Nidra
  • Heart centre awakening Yoga Nidra

Bandhas & Mudra

Bandhas (Energy Locks)
  • Bandha
  • How Bandhas work
  • Understanding Bandhas
  • How to practice Mula Bandha
  • Mula Bandha
  • Uddiyana Bandha
  • Agnisara Kriya
  • Proper Uddiyana Bandha
  • Jalandhara Bandha
  • Maha Bandha
Mudra
  • Namaste Mudra
  • Mudra
  • Dandavat Pranam
  • Channelizing mudra energy
  • Gyan & Chin Mudra
  • Yoni Mudra
  • Hridaya Mudra
  • Bhairava Mudra
  • Shambhavi Mudra

Traditional Tantra & Dance

Traditional Tantra
  • Introduction to Tantra
  • Different Tantra traditions
  • Types of Tantra
  • Science of Tantra
  • Tantric literature
  • Tantra in the Vedas
  • Tantra & sexuality
  • Misunderstandings about Tantra
Dance Exercise
  • Dance exercise

Exam

  • Task 1
  • Task 2
  • Closing ceremony / exam
  • Certificate name

Welcome to the Life-Changing 500 Hour Online Course

  • Welcome message by Guru Vishnu, Founder of World Peace Yoga School
  • Let’s start the course with the blessings of our master Swami Rama
  • What you are going to learn in this course
  • Study materials, books, and manuals
  • 500 Hour Manual
  • Teaching methodology, alignment & sequencing manual
  • Book: Daily Life of a Yogi by Yogi Vishnu
  • Patanjali Yoga Sutra – Philosophy Book
  • Asana Pranayama Bandha Mudra Book
  • Meditation Book / Manual
  • Yoga Anatomy Book
  • Yoga Nidra Book
  • Mantra Book by Yogi Vishnu
  • Himalayan Tradition
  • Assignment

How to Prepare Yourself for This Course?

  • It is a yoga festival in your home!
  • How to follow and learn from class videos
  • Assignments during the study
  • Yoga Alliance registration and accreditation
  • How your final exam works
  • Certification
  • Opportunities after doing the TTC with us
  • Assignment

Lifestyle to Follow During the Course

  • Following a positive attitude
  • Transforming negative emotions
  • The daily routine you should follow
  • Assignment

Advanced Hatha Yoga

  • Definition of Hatha Yoga
  • Introduction to Hatha Yoga
  • Importance of Hatha Yoga
  • Body awareness
  • Pavanamuktasana (wind-relieving) series A, B & C
  • Warm-up series
  • Yogic jogging exercise
  • Shoulder warm-up
  • Sun salutation – theory and practice
  • Moon salutation – theory, practice and variation
  • Posterior body exercises
  • Earth element series
  • Water element series
  • Fire element series
  • Air element series
  • Space element series
  • Hip opening series
  • Leg stretching series
  • Back bending series
  • Forward bending series
  • Shoulder opening
  • Core strengthening series

Ashtanga Secondary Series

  • Introduction
  • Sun Salutation A & B
  • Ashtanga standing sequences – Part 1 & 2
  • Standing series
  • Pasasana, Krounchasana
  • Shalabhasana A & B, Bhekasana, Dhanurasana
  • Parshva Dhanurasana, Ushtrasana, Laghu Vajrasana, Kapotasana A & B
  • Supta Vajrasana, Bakasana A & B
  • Bharadvajasana, Ardha Matsyendrasana
  • Asana flow up to Matsyendrasana
  • Dvi Pada Shirshasana, Yoga Nidrasana, Tittibhasana
  • Mayurasana, Pincha Mayurasana, Karandavasana
  • Makarasana, Vatayanasana, Parighasana
  • Gomukhasana A & B, Supta Urdhva Pada Vajrasana, Mukta Hasta Shirshasana A & B
  • Baddha Hasta Shirshasana A–D
  • Urdhva Dhanurasana, Paschimottanasana
  • Shoulder stand, headstand & Padmasana series

Kundalini Theory

  • Introduction to Kundalini Tantra
  • How to awaken Kundalini
  • Seat of Kundalini
  • Eligibility for Kundalini practice
  • Journey to the cosmic world
  • What are Nadis
  • Awakening Sushumna Nadi
  • How many chakras are there
  • Why Kundalini is called serpent power
  • Changes you experience in Kundalini
  • How the brain works in Kundalini Yoga
  • Diet in Kundalini
  • Herbs for Kundalini
  • Home of Kundalini
  • Methods to awaken Kundalini
  • Partial awakening of Kundalini
  • Pranayama, Bandha & Mudra for Kundalini
  • Raja Yoga for Kundalini
  • Tantric initiation
  • Tapas for Kundalini
  • Unlocking the unconscious mind
  • Using mantra to awaken Kundalini
  • Is Kundalini Yoga dangerous?
  • Craziness in Kundalini
  • Expanding consciousness
  • Experience of Kundalini
  • Tantra Kundalini awakening

Kundalini Practice

  • Kundalini practice introduction
  • Seat of Kundalini
  • Nadis (channels)
  • Relation between Kundalini and the brain
  • Kundalini clarifications
  • Concept of Kundalini
  • Asthi Granthi Kriya – Parts 1 & 2
  • Asanas for energy blockages
  • Yogic practices for Muladhara Chakra activation
  • Mudras for Muladhara Chakra
  • Anatomical & physiological place of Svadhisthana
  • Practice for Svadhisthana
  • Manipura Chakra and its practice
  • Anahata Chakra and its activation
  • Vishuddhi Chakra and its activation
  • Ajna Chakra

Alignment & Adjustment

  • Alignment & Adjustment 1–12
  • Assignment for alignment

Yoga Therapy

  • Yoga Therapy 01
  • Yoga Therapy 02
  • Yoga Therapy 03
  • Yoga Therapy 04
  • Yoga Therapy 05
  • Yoga Therapy 06

Ayurveda

  • Meaning of Ayurveda
  • Four Vedas
  • Panchakarma – Parts 1 & 2
  • Ayurveda therapies
  • Mouth disease therapies
  • Ayurvedic treatment
  • Aushadh – medicine and herbs
  • Ayurveda guide on sexual activity
  • Marma therapy – Parts 1 & 2
  • Vata, Pitta, Kapha (air, fire, water) – Parts 1 & 2
  • Vata diseases
  • Pitta & Kapha diseases
  • Your body type according to the doshas
  • Samvahana (hand & foot therapy), Pada Prakshalana (foot washing) & rules of sleep
  • Achara Rasayana – rules for a better personality
  • Panchakarma practices
  • How to give birth to a sattvic baby
  • Precautions for pregnant women
  • Bhojan – food and diet
  • Food and diet – tips and types of food
  • Prayers of Patanjali
  • Deficiency of a dosha – effects and consequences
  • Jwara – fever
  • Medicinal plants – with demo
  • Massage therapy

Yoga Nidra Theory

  • Yoga Nidra Theory 01
  • Yoga Nidra Theory 02
  • Yoga Nidra Theory 03
  • Yoga Nidra Theory 04
  • Yoga Nidra Theory 05

Yoga Nidra Practice

  • Yoga Nidra Practice 01
  • Yoga Nidra Practice 02
  • Yoga Nidra Practice 03
  • Yoga Nidra Practice 04
  • Yoga Nidra Practice 05

Traditional Tantra

  • Traditional Tantra 01
  • Traditional Tantra 02
  • Traditional Tantra 03
  • Traditional Tantra 04
  • Traditional Tantra 05

Anatomy / Yoga Therapy

  • Anatomy lessons 01–17

Pranayama

  • Introduction to Prana and Pranayama
  • Prana Shakti connects body, breath and mind
  • Prana Tattva & peace of mind
  • How breath flows into different elements
  • Elements of Prana and experience in life
  • Proper and improper breathing
  • How a yogi breathes
  • Voluntary control of breath
  • Inspiration & Kapalabhati Pranayama
  • Kapalabhati Pranayama
  • Bhastrika
  • Nadi Shodhana Pranayama

Philosophy

  • Introduction to Vedic and yogic scriptures
  • Nature of existence and types of yoga
  • Three kinds of yoga – Ashtanga, Kriya and Samadhi Yoga
  • Introduction to Patanjali Yoga Sutra
  • Ashtanga Yoga – Yamas and Niyamas
  • 4 chapters of yoga, 4 stages of life, 4 Purusharthas
  • Deeper meaning of Yama & Niyama
  • The mind and its different states
  • Triguna
  • Functions and control of the mind
  • Duality is suffering and union is peace – philosophy of life
  • Yoga is a complete art and science

Mantra Chanting

  • What is Mantra
  • Shanti Mantra
  • Asato Ma Sad Gamaya
  • Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
  • Panchakshara Mantra
  • Ganesh Gayatri
  • Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
  • Om Namah Shivaya
  • Mantra assignment

Meditation

  • Introduction to meditation
  • History of meditation
  • What is meditation
  • Scriptures of meditation
  • Meditation manual
  • Secrets of meditation
  • Important things to know in meditation
  • Preparation for meditation
  • How to sit in meditation
  • Asana for meditation
  • Body position
  • Difference between human and animal
  • Swastikasana – a meditation pose for all
  • How to practice Vajrasana to meditate
  • Siddhasana – meditation pose for Kundalini awakening
  • Padmasana – lotus for advanced students
  • Maitri Asana for elderly and weak bodies
  • Diaphragmatic breathing for enhancing meditation
  • Full body relaxation
  • Basic meditation exercise
  • Meditation assignment

Bandhas & Mudra

  • Bandha
  • How Bandhas work
  • Understanding Bandhas
  • How to practice Mula Bandha
  • Mula Bandha
  • Uddiyana Bandha
  • Agnisara Kriya
  • Proper Uddiyana Bandha
  • Jalandhara Bandha
  • Maha Bandha
  • Namaste Mudra
  • Gyan & Chin Mudra
  • Channelizing mudra energy
  • Dandavat Pranam
  • Yoni Mudra
  • Hridaya Mudra
  • Shambhavi Mudra
  • Bhairava Mudra

Free Tantra, Dance & Exam

  • Free Traditional Tantra – Tantra 1, 2 & 3
  • Free Dance Exercise
  • Exam – Task 1
  • Exam – Task 2
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What Are Your Options After Completing the Online 500 Hr Yoga Teacher Training?

You begin to see the change with the foundation 200-hour yoga TTC, and with the Online 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training your transformation into a yoga teacher is complete. You can go on to other yoga disciplines, apply for yoga teaching jobs across the globe, or even open your own studio as some of our past students have — the opportunities are endless.

Advantages of Yoga Alliance Certified Courses

  • Become An Alumnus: Join World Peace Yoga School’s alumni and its online global community.
  • Connect With Like-minded Yoga Enthusiasts: Meet fellow yogis and expand your horizons.
  • Certification Gives You Credibility: Be recognized as a credible yoga teacher.
  • Attend Free Workshops: Join free workshops and use Yoga Alliance publications and resources at your convenience.
  • Access To World-class Resources: World-class resources at your fingertips.
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Why World Peace Yoga School & Eligibility For This Course

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Why World Peace Yoga School
  • One of the most reputed yoga schools in India.
  • 10+ years of yoga teacher training experience.
  • 7000+ yoga teachers trained all over the world.
  • Students from 60+ countries.
  • Yoga Alliance & Yoga Alliance Professionals registered school.
  • 12 international centres worldwide.
  • 30+ highly experienced teachers.
  • 40+ life-changing yoga and spiritual courses.
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Benefits Of The Course
  • 3 days / 2 nights free stay at World Peace Yoga School, Rishikesh.
  • Volunteering opportunity at World Peace Yoga School.
  • Eligible to join our other online yoga courses.
  • Become part of the World Peace Yoga family.
  • Self-control and a deep understanding of life.
  • Get motivated to open a yoga centre.
  • 15% discount on future courses.
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Who Is Eligible For 500-hour Online Yoga Teacher Training?
  • Anyone who wants to become a certified yoga teacher.
  • Anyone who wants to learn and expand their knowledge of yoga.
  • Beginner to intermediate level students.
Be A Part Of World Peace Yoga School
  • Helpful and supportive team.
  • Ready to give an enlightening experience.
  • Affordable courses.
  • Ready to help even after the course is completed.
We Follow

The 5000 Years Old Yoga Tradition Of The Himalayan Masters

An unbroken chain of masters — from the Vedic rishis to Guru Vishnu — each passing the practice from teacher to disciple.

5000 Years Of The Himalayan Tradition

  1. Agastya Muni
    Vedic Age

    Agastya Muni

    Author of verses of the Rig Veda, one of the seven revered rishis and a siddha of the Shaiva tradition.

  2. Patanjali
    4th C. BC

    Patanjali

    Raja Yogi of the Siddha tradition who distilled 4000 yoga traditions into 196 sutras.

  3. Siddha Bhogar
    550 BC

    Siddha Bhogar

    A great Siddha, accomplished yogi and disciple of Agastya Muni.

  4. Mahavatar Babaji
    203 AD

    Mahavatar Babaji

    Immortal yogi of the Himalayas, disciple of Siddha Bhogar Nathar.

  5. Bengali Baba
    Himalaya

    Bengali Baba

    A Himalayan Yogi, disciple of Mahavatar Babaji.

  6. Swami Rama
    1925–1996

    Swami Rama

    A Himalayan Yogi, disciple of Bengali Baba.

  7. Swami Veda Bharati
    1933–2015

    Swami Veda Bharati

    Founder of AHYMSIN, yogi and writer of many yoga books, disciple of Swami Rama.

Guru Vishnu, founder of World Peace Yoga School

Guru Vishnu

Founder, World Peace Yoga School · Birth 1974, now in Rishikesh
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Instructors Of World Peace Yoga School

Our online course is taught by the same experienced teachers who guide our residential trainings in Rishikesh — led by Yogi Vishnu and a team of Hatha, Ashtanga, alignment, and prenatal specialists.

Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi, founder of World Peace Yoga School 25+ Years Founder RYT 500 certified

Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi

Master Of Yoga
Yogini Haripriya, Kundalini and Tantra Yoga teacher at World Peace Yoga School 15+ Years Director RYT 500 certified

Yogini Haripriya

Traditional Kundalini & Tantra Yoga
Rajeev Nautiyal, Hatha, Ashtanga and alignment instructor 10+ Years RYT 500 certified

Rajeev Nautiyal

Hatha / Ashtanga / Alignment Instructor
Yogi Naveen, Hatha, Ashtanga and prenatal yoga teacher 10+ Years RYT 500 certified

Yogi Naveen

Hatha, Ashtanga & Prenatal
Ashutosh Mishra, Hatha, Ashtanga and alignment instructor 10+ Years RYT 500 certified

Ashutosh Mishra

Hatha / Ashtanga / Alignment Instructor
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200 Hour Online YTTC

Being a student at this school and part of the World Peace Yoga family is such a blessing — this course will definitely change my life. The school is very professional and helpful, and the teachers are amazing. Guru Vishnu has personal time for all students, and his energy reaches you even from the other side of the world.

P Priscilla Smets Online Student
200 Hour Online Multi-Style YTTC

Great teachers, full of knowledge and joy! I had a great experience doing the online 200 hour multi-style course, and it met my expectations. Most of the videos were great. I’m very grateful to have had this experience and hope to meet you in person some day!

L Laura Sanchez Online Student
200 Hour Online YTTC

Due to Covid restrictions I couldn’t travel to India, so I took the online training — and it was a real journey of life transformation. The online alignment classes were complete and precise, and the recorded videos teach traditional Indian yoga in all its aspects, not only asanas.

C Caroline Oz Online Student
200 Hour Online Kundalini YTTC

This course fulfilled my expectations a thousand times over. The teachers and everyone at the school are open and helpful, and the material is very well prepared. The Kundalini course is very transformative, and I am thankful beyond words. I highly recommend this school!

A Anna Vondroušková Online Student
200 Hour Online YTTC

An excellent journey! We check in live online every day and share questions and challenges in a supportive WhatsApp group. The programme is well structured, and the pre-recorded practices are rigorous and explained with care — philosophy, asanas, Ayurveda, pranayama, mantras, mudras, bandhas, Nidra.

C Cindy Forde Online Student
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Frequently Asked Questions For 500 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training Course

  • Take the 500 hour course at your own pace from the comfort of your home.
  • You will be fully supported by the teachers throughout.
  • You decide when you want to complete the course.
  • Yes, after completing the 500-hour training you receive the accreditation to work as a yoga teacher.
  • You can also register with Yoga Alliance at the RYT-500 level.
  • The online curriculum is fully accredited and exceeds the standards set by Yoga Alliance.
  • The certificate has the same value online as in person.
  • Live Q & A sessions are conducted via Zoom.
  • A WhatsApp discussion group for your starting month to connect with like-minded students.
  • Ask teachers questions in the live Q & A or in the WhatsApp group.
  • Access to the above remains even after the course is completed.
  • You are invited to full moon meditations and other free events we run.
  • Live Q & A sessions are held in Indian Standard Time.
  • All lessons are pre-recorded, so you can learn in your own time.

Yes, this course is designed for beginner to intermediate level students, and it takes you from the basics to the advanced level.

  • The course is built for all levels.
  • The real beauty is when you start to go within and transformation begins.
  • You take the course at your own pace, in your own time.
  • It can be challenging, but we support you every step of the way.
  • On average it takes 2 months, but you can take longer depending on your schedule.
  • A drop in the ocean for a lifetime of inner divinity.
  • The 500 hour online course brings the traditional teachings of yoga straight to your home.
  • You become fully qualified and accredited.

RYT stands for Registered Yoga Teacher — a designation given by Yoga Alliance USA to anyone who completes a 500 hour yoga teacher training certification.

You make the full payment, and then you are added to the course in the month you would like to start.

  • You will receive login details to access the course dashboard.
  • All lessons and pre-recorded material are accessed from the dashboard.
  • We provide PDF versions online where possible, but some books will need to be purchased.
  • The manual is on the dashboard, and you can print it at your own cost.

No refund is available, but you can delay the course until you are ready to start.

  • Access to Wi-Fi or a good internet connection.
  • A mobile, tablet, desktop, or laptop.
  • A yoga mat, block or brick, and a yoga belt.
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