Review and refine the foundations
- Review posture, preparation and the practice environment
- Reflect on previous Trataka study and practice habits
- Recognise distraction without treating it as failure
- Adjust your approach through teacher feedback
Adwait Yoga School · Learn with understanding
Trataka Training Level 2
Deepen concentration through steady, reflective practice.
Develop the foundations introduced in Level 1 through a two-week Trataka training course. Explore the relationship between external visual focus and internal attention, refine your practice environment and learn to reflect on concentration without chasing a particular experience.
Purpose and progression
About this trataka course
Level 2 is designed for learners who have completed Level 1 or have comparable guided experience. It gives more space to examine how attention is prepared, sustained and redirected. Progress is considered through understanding and reflection, rather than a fixed target for gazing time.
Your learning focus
- Review and refine the foundations
- External and internal attention
- Concentration and meditation
- Planning personal practice
- Language and guided practice
- Integration and next steps
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 option | Duration | Fee | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| In person · Non-residential | 2 weeks | US$499 | Tuition; food and accommodation are separate. |
| In person · Residential | 2 weeks | US$750 | Tuition, food and accommodation. |
| Online | 2 weeks | US$450 | Online 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
Trataka course curriculum
The outline below brings the main areas of study together. Practice, discussion and reflection connect these subjects throughout the course.
External and internal attention
- Explore external gazing in its traditional context
- Understand inward visualisation and attention
- Observe the transition between focus and reflection
- Distinguish practice descriptions from promised experiences
Concentration and meditation
- Study the relationship between dharana and meditation
- Work with attention, distraction and returning to the object
- Use breath awareness as preparation for study
- Compare related concentration practices
Planning personal practice
- Choose a clear purpose for each practice session
- Build consistency without forcing intensity
- Record observations and questions in a practice journal
- Discuss individual adaptations with the teacher
Language and guided practice
- Describe preparation and closing clearly
- Observe how pacing changes the learning experience
- Practise explaining foundational ideas in accessible language
- Receive feedback on clarity and communication
Integration and next steps
- Connect traditional concepts with direct observation
- Review ethical boundaries and participant choice
- Identify areas that need further guidance
- Plan continued study or progression to Level 3
Understand your pathway
Learning, requirements and completion
Who this course is for
Completion of Trataka Level 1 or comparable guided study is the recommended starting point. Share your experience and learning goals with the school so the teacher can assess a suitable entry point.
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
Adwait Yoga School awards a course-completion certificate after the applicable participation and assessment requirements are met. The certificate describes the training completed; it does not automatically create an external registry credential or professional licence.
Scope of the training
Trataka training is not eye treatment and does not promise improved vision, psychic abilities or a specific spiritual outcome.
Learn with 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 Trataka training Level 2?
The course duration is 2 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?
Adwait Yoga School awards a course-completion certificate after the applicable participation and assessment requirements are met. The certificate describes the training completed; it does not automatically create an external registry credential or professional licence.
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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