Adwait Yoga School · Learn with understanding

500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Practice with understanding. Learn to guide with clarity.

Follow an integrated pathway combining foundational and advanced yoga study. The 500-hour program brings the 200-hour and 300-hour stages together across practice, humanities, anatomy and teaching.

Purpose and progression

About this yoga course

Yoga teacher training brings movement, breath, meditation and philosophy into one learning process. Study how a practice is built, why its elements matter and how to communicate them to others.

At Adwait Yoga School, the pathway ranges from a short foundation course to longer teacher training. Choose the depth of study that fits your experience, then use the curriculum and course requirements to plan your next step.

Your learning focus

  • Integrated 200-hour and 300-hour pathway
  • Asana and sequencing
  • Breath and meditation
  • Anatomy and movement
  • Yoga humanities
  • Teaching skills

Plan your training

Study options and course fees

Compare the published course fees by study format. Fees are per trainee; the currency is shown alongside each amount.

Study options and course fees
Study optionDurationFeeDetails
In person · Non-residential10 weeksUS$1,500Tuition; food and accommodation are separate.
In person · Residential10 weeksUS$3,500Tuition, food and accommodation.
Online10 weeksUS$1,400Online training; confirm the live timetable and access to learning materials.

Confirm batch dates and daily class times before booking. For online study, check the live-session timetable, time-zone conversion and recording arrangements. For in-person study, confirm your venue and any stay or meal package.

Travel, transfers, optional services and personal expenses should be confirmed separately. Review the refund policy and terms before making a payment.

A focused learning outline

Yoga course curriculum

The outline below brings the main areas of study together. Practice, discussion and reflection connect these subjects throughout the course.

01

Integrated 200-hour and 300-hour pathway

  • Foundational practice and theory
  • Advanced techniques and teaching study
  • Progression across the two training stages
  • Connecting learning through practicum
02

Asana and sequencing

  • Surya Namaskar and foundational postures
  • Standing, seated and balancing practices
  • Variations, transitions and class structure
  • Observing alignment without forcing a shape
03

Breath and meditation

  • Pranayama and breath awareness
  • Meditation and concentration
  • Traditional bandha and mudra concepts
  • Preparing for practice and recognizing limits
04

Anatomy and movement

  • Skeletal and muscular systems
  • Respiratory and nervous systems
  • Joint movement and stabilization
  • Adaptations and contraindications
05

Yoga humanities

  • History and philosophical foundations
  • Introduction to major yoga texts
  • Sanskrit terminology and traditional context
  • Applying ethics in everyday practice
06

Teaching skills

  • Verbal cueing and demonstrations
  • Pacing and managing a class
  • Assisting with consent
  • Responding to different learning needs
07

Practice and professional development

  • Personal practice and reflection
  • Practice teaching and feedback
  • Professional boundaries
  • Planning continuing education

Understand your pathway

Learning, requirements and completion

Who this course is for

Choose this course according to your experience and learning goals. Discuss any previous study, preparation requirements and practice limitations with the school before applying.

Practice and participation

Make time for the course timetable, personal practice and any required assignments. The school can explain attendance, practical assessment and make-up arrangements for your selected batch.

Certificate and progression

Successful completion leads to a course certificate from Adwait Yoga School. Yoga Alliance registration is a separate application for graduates of eligible Registered Yoga School programs, subject to its current training, teaching and membership requirements. Review Yoga Alliance’s registration pathway.

Scope of the training

Yoga teacher training develops practice and teaching skills. It does not confer a medical qualification or guarantee employment.

Learn with Adwait Yoga School

Sri Yogi Anand, founder of Adwait Yoga School

Practice informed by study

Adwait Yoga School was founded by Sri Yogi Anand. Its course pathways connect traditional study, personal practice and the development of teaching or facilitation skills.

Meet the school and teaching team. Ask for the faculty and learning arrangements assigned to your chosen course and batch.

Before you apply

Frequently asked questions

How long is 500-hour yoga teacher training?

The course duration is 10 weeks. Review the study-options table and confirm the batch schedule before enrolling.

Can I study online?

An online option is listed in the fee table. Confirm live class times, access requirements and any recordings or study materials for your batch.

What is included in the course fee?

Use the fee table to distinguish online, non-residential and residential options. Confirm learning materials and any room, meal or other arrangements for your selected option before paying.

What certificate will I receive?

Successful completion leads to a course certificate from Adwait Yoga School. Yoga Alliance registration is a separate application for graduates of eligible Registered Yoga School programs, subject to its current training, teaching and membership requirements. Review Yoga Alliance’s registration pathway.

How do I apply?

Confirm your course, study format and batch with the school, then complete the registration form. Review the fee, payment schedule and cancellation terms before making a deposit.

A clear next step

Find the right training for you

Share your experience and preferred study format. We’ll help you confirm the next batch and practical arrangements before you apply.

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A SHORTER YOGA STUDY PATHWAY

100-hour Yoga Teacher Training

Looking for a shorter course? Study yoga foundations over two weeks at Adwait Yoga School, with asana, breathwork, meditation, philosophy, anatomy and introductory teaching methods.

Explore the 100-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course →

Online: US$450 · Non-residential: US$499 · Residential: US$699. Confirm batch dates and inclusions with the school. The 100-hour course is a shorter study pathway; it is not a standalone 200-hour qualification.