500 Hour Restorative Yoga Teacher Training Course In Goa

Goa is, without a doubt, a paradise for beach and nature lovers.Goa has grown in popularity as a yoga destination thanks to its distinctive blend of the West and the East, where a laid-back vacation amidst nature’s bounty is combined with revitalizing yoga courses.

Teachers around the world settle here, give classes, and frequently create their practice philosophies.

Yoga on the beach is a unique and special experience; for some people, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance.  Connecting with the earth and the elements authentically is one of the main advantages of practicing yoga on the beach. You may sink your toes into the sand, hear the waves, and feel the sea breeze on your skin as you practice. The level of union you can achieve by practicing yoga on the beach with the earth and elements surrounding you is unbelievably unique.

There is nothing like practicing balance exercises while the sun warms your body, doing Surya Namaskars, or sitting in meditation. At the same time, the sea breeze carries away any doubts, worries, or negativity. Nothing, in our opinion, better embodies freedom than being able to practice yoga outside of the studio while walking around barefoot on the beach. Anywhere you look, you can find this freedom and this state of yoga; however, something about the beach seems to nurture this idea to its full potential.

Come down to the beach, soak it all in, walk around, breathe, move around, express yourself, find your flow, and let your yoga practice be free.

Check out the yoga retreats in Goa; the beauty and allure of these locations and the activities will undoubtedly draw you in. These yoga retreats are appropriate for dedicated practitioners. As you practice, if you allow yourself to concentrate on and tune into this, you can elevate to a level of being that will help you progress along the path to enlightenment.

Such beauty has the power to alter your mood, perspective drastically, and practice, so even just taking in and appreciating it will leave you feeling refreshed, uplifted, and energized.

Yoga TTCs or yoga retreats in Goa are always options that can give yoga enthusiasts a fantastic learning experience. Due to its abundance of holy sites, Goa has a supernatural presence that aids in giving yoga its spiritual character.
Shree Hari Yoga can be one of your best selections if you’re looking for a Yoga Teacher Training School in Goa to begin your adventure. Over the years, it has consistently ranked among the top institutions. We have acted as a catalyst in developing successful yoga instructors worldwide who share their love of yoga with everyone they meet.
Our former students have established successful yoga studios, yoga schools.

Shree Hari Yoga campus is perfectly situated adjacent to one of Goa’s finest beaches in a peaceful
and tranquil South Goan forest.
Our campus will provide you with the ideal environment to begin your inner journey and live in
harmony with yourself, making this Yoga Teacher Training experience exceptional in and of itself.
With us, you’ll always feel at home.

What Is Restorative Yoga?

Restorative Yoga is one of the most remarkable yoga practices, in which you will hold the yoga poses for a longer duration than usual. Moreover, you have to use props, blankets, and bolsters, to help you stay in the posture for a considerable period of time. The practice will help you to reach the tissues at a much deeper level. When you relax the physical body in this yoga form, the mind relaxes itself.  The restorative yoga practice stand to provide you with the best low-energy yoga classes, that act as good alternative to high-energy yoga practices. You will hold the postures for a period of 5-20 minutes.

What Will You Learn In Restorative Yoga?

About Restorative Yoga

The Restorative Yoga Class, will take you through two main steps, of that of letting go of materialistic things and grounding. The essential accompaniment, without which you cannot do this yoga form are props. You will be taught by the most learned teachers, to hold the yoga poses for as long as 30 minutes. The biggest positive aspect of this form of yoga, is that you will be able to adapt to it, no matter what your age or experience in this discipline. There are many variations for each pose. Restorative yoga practice is for those, who want to rest and restore the physiological processes in the body. You will learn how to practice active relaxation as a part of this yoga form.

Pranayama in Restorative Yoga

The Pranayama practice will aim at ultimate relaxation in the 500 hour restorative yoga teacher training course. Most of the students, including you, will often ask the teacher about the right way to breathe. However, you will be surprised to know, that there is no right way or wrong way to breathe. Restorative yoga practice mainly focuses on relaxation and emphasizes breathing, to reach a calming state of being. In this form, you have to move the abdomen as you breathe. Moreover, you will actually feel it. The upper body has to be quieter in this form as well. In the breathing pattern, you have to involve the jaws, your throat, neck, and then shoulders, and feel the breath leaving the body and entering again, in the same order. Long exhalations are also quite useful, in this form of yoga pranayama.

Asana in Restorative Yoga

The 500 hour restorative yoga teacher training course in Goa, at Shree Hari Yoga School will remove many misconceptions, that you may have about yoga. As you may already know, you have to hold the poses for longer than usual. The practice entails you to use props, like blankets, bolsters, and cushions. You should provide adequate support to your muscles, joints, and bones to make the practice, as relaxing as possible. Balasana or Child’s pose is one of the deeply relaxing asanas or poses, where you have to let go of everything, and lie down as a child on pillows and cushions. Deep inhalation is one of the primary aspects of yoga practice. You can also do the supported Setu Bandha Sarvangasana, supported Viparita Karniasana, and Supta Baddha Konasana, as a part of the yoga practice.

Mantra

Restorative yoga is one of the healing forms of yoga, so you can use affirmations in plenty. The affirmations attract the right vibes, when you recite them thrice. It is not important for you to say the mantras in Sanskrit. Moreover, you do not need to stick to one mantra as well. Use what you want to or sync with. Meditative sessions do well, when you ask from the universe. It could be anything, like a physical transformation, mental transformation, and healing, or just about anything. You can also use the traditional mantras like Aum… Which is universal in nature. It sets the tone for the body and universe to align.

Art of Teaching

The 500 hour restorative yoga teacher training course in Goa is one of the most transformative yoga forms. When you, as a student learn about the same, you will also understand, that it is about deep relaxation. Most yoga teachers set the tone, when the body is calmer. You can also use the restorative yoga poses at the end of the regular classes. A relaxing session of five minutes is also absolutely essential, before you dive in. Moreover, it is best to have a goal in mind, while doing such classes. The various goals for the classes, that you can set for yourself and your students, in future are varied. They can be about stress management, anti-headache, anxiety alleviation, fertility sequence, and anti-insomnia sequence. When you teach this form, you have to be mindful of your transactions. Verbally you should guide the students to surrender the whole body. Always remind the individual to let go, as you take them through the paces. The final relaxation also assumes a lot of importance in this realm.

Anatomy and Physiology

You need to study about anatomy and physiology exclusively, before you delve into this form of yoga. Anatomy is a field of biological sciences, in which you study about the structure of the body. You can use the information in holistic teachings later. Physiology, on the other hand points towards the functioning. So, you need to study about both these, in complete detail. Then only you can be a proficient yoga teacher. The 500 hour restorative yoga teacher training course, will also provide you with one fundamental knowledge. And that is, everybody’s body is not the same. The students whom you may teach, in the course of life, may be stout, thin, tall, or short. The anatomical differences can change the proportion of the body. And this does have a direct impact on the way, you practice yoga. The anatomy of the skeleton and the spine, assume a lot of importance in yoga.

Philosophy

Restorative Yoga originates from the brain of B.K.S. Iyengar, who introduced Ashtanga style in the modern way. The main philosophy behind this form of yoga, is the attainment of deep mental, emotional, and physical relaxation. You will be turning towards the inside and bring about realization. The form started getting noticed some time in the 1970s. The main focus happened to be restoration of health.

Sound Healing

Like all other yoga forms, you can also learn and later use sounds with restorative yoga. Both sounds and the restorative yoga practices can sink deep within. You basically relax the mind, through the avenue of the body, through this yoga practice. The simultaneous use of sounds can lead to healing, in more ways than one. The sound waves tend to travel through the body and then affects the brain impulses. When you get down to meditate, you can get transported to a different realm. Sounds also add to the dimension, which is invisible to the naked eyes.

Shatkarma (Cleansing)

Learn about the cleansing and purification techniques, in the 500 hour restorative yoga teacher training course.You will get the knowledge that is necessary to maintain the sanctity of the physical, earthly body. The various techniques that you will learn and later use are Trataka for eyes, Nauli for abdomen, and Basti for anal canal and intestines, to name a few. The processes are elaborate, and you will learn about them in detail, under proficient yoga teachers.

Mudra

Mudras are subtle applications of the hands and fingers, which you can use in the restorative poses. When you practice this form of yoga along with mudras, the positive effects increase manifold. Mudras are good for mental, emotional, as well as devotional practices.

Bandha

You can engage bandhas as a part of the practice, to perfect the poses and asanas in Restorative Yoga. When you practice bandhas, which are energy locks, you directly affect the Prana flow within the body. There is a passive side to the yoga form. So, you will be able to increase the positive effects manifold. Relaxation also makes it more engaging.

Yoga Alliance Standard We Maintain for Restorative Yoga

Shree Hari Yoga School is certified by Yoga Alliance school, which follows a universal curriculum. You can apply for the RYT 500 certification, after the completion of the course. Additionally, you can teach anywhere after you complete the course. It puts you on the global directory where students and schools look up yoga teachers. The certification ensures that you are held in high esteem.

Yoga Sequencing Classes (Practicum) for Restorative Yoga

You can start with this form of practice at any time, and anywhere, with a prop like bolster or a cushion. An hour is just fine for all students, and you can increase the time if you feel more in sync. Furthermore, you will be doing 5-6 yoga poses in the restorative yoga classes that will serve the whole purpose. You can do gentle twists, inversions, and back bending poses, in accordance with the guidelines of BKS Iyengar. There are restorative yoga sequences for all sorts of issues, whether mental or physical. The props are the main key to the practice. Your classes will also be slower-paced than other forms.

Schedule -Restorative Yoga at Shree Hari Yoga School

At Shree Hari Yoga School, the day starts with Pranayama and meditation. After breakfast, you may warm up a bit with sun salutations, so that the joints are free. Restorative yoga practice takes place, wherein you are guided by the well-experienced teachers. Thereafter, you will take up theory classes, on yoga anatomy, physiology, and general philosophy. After you have your lunch, you can do some yoga self-practice, and experience myriad benefits. After you are done, and have gained confidence, chant mantras and engage in sound healing.The 500 hour restorative yoga teacher training course in Goa will help you to experience all-around physical, mental, emotional, as well as spiritual relaxation.

After Class in Goa

• Rent a scooter and explore
• Shoot beautiful Photos with our Photographer
• Surfing at the Mandrem Beach
• Banana ride and bumper ride
• The popular Wednesday Anjuna Hippie Flea-market
• The colourful Saturday hippie night market Arpora