Yoga for Beginners in Rishikesh India
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Are you considering joining a beginner’s yoga course in Rishikesh, India, but feeling uncertain due to your limited experience with yoga? It's common to have questions and concerns when embarking on a new practice, especially if you're new to yoga. At AYM yoga school, we understand these feelings, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
Our school regularly conducts beginner-level courses in Rishikesh, India, catering to individuals who are new to yoga or have minimal experience. These courses are scheduled monthly and typically span around ten days. Whether you're completely new to yoga or have some basic knowledge, our beginner courses are designed to meet you at your current level and help you progress in your practice.
Located in a serene and tranquil area, our school provides an ideal environment for learning and practicing yoga and meditation. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Rishikesh, you'll find peace and tranquility as you immerse yourself in your yoga journey. Our serene surroundings create the perfect setting for self-discovery and exploration.
At AYM yoga school, we prioritize the needs of beginners and ensure that our courses are accessible and inclusive for everyone. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to providing guidance and support to beginners as they embark on their yoga journey. Whether you're learning basic poses or exploring the principles of yoga philosophy, our instructors are here to help you every step of the way.
By joining our beginner yoga course in Rishikesh, you'll not only learn the fundamentals of yoga but also experience the transformative power of this ancient practice. We invite you to take the first step on your yoga journey with us and discover the many benefits that yoga can bring to your life.
Highlights
In the Beginners Yoga Course at AYM, you will learn:
- Yoga postures (asanas)
- Various pranayamas (yogic breathing exercises)
- Meditation techniques for achieving a peaceful and calm state of mind
- Yogic detox program including shat kriyas
- Study of Vedic Science
- Mantra chanting
You will be introduced to Hatha, Iyengar, Vinyasa, and Shivananda Yoga styles, with a focus on alignment correction using appropriate props. Our instructors will guide you through the meditation process and teach you the correct way of yogic breathing. You will also learn beginner-level yoga asanas and their benefits. Each session ends with deep relaxation through Yoga Nidra in the Shavasana pose, known for its stress-relieving effects on the body and mind.
- Participants receive one Ayurvedic massage per week as part of the course.
- Three meals a day are provided to the participants.
- Private rooms with free WiFi and attached bathrooms are available for accommodation.
- Classes are conducted from Monday to Saturday, with no classes held on Sundays.
- Tours in and around Rishikesh are also organized, subject to the discretion of the course director.
- Course start dates, end dates, and fee structures for each month can be found in the table provided on the website. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to confirm their seats for the beginner's yoga course. We warmly welcome you to join us on this transformative journey. Namaste.
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Yoga School in India Association for Yoga and Meditation (AYM) Yoga School in Rishikesh is a non-profit organization registered with the government of India. Spiritual Master Yogi Chetan Mahesh leads the school. It was founded by famous Indian yogis in 2005. We aim to spread happiness and health through traditional and ancient yogic wisdom. AYM Yoga School is a true spiritual yoga Ashram, lying 1-km. Away from the holy banks of Mother Ganga and in the lap of the lush green Himalayas. It is the largest yoga school in Rishikesh, providing yoga and meditation to its thousands of spiritual pilgrims from all corners of the Earth. With over 100 rooms, the facilities perfectly blend modern amenities and traditional, spiritual feel and comfort. Vision and Mission AYM Yoga School in Rishikesh has a vision of training highly trained teachers with deep knowledge and understanding of yoga. The primary focus of AYM is to train qualified yoga teachers that can spread the benefits of yoga to society. We also have a mission to remove anxiety, depression from the modern society. Additionally, we focus on healing personal and family problems by practising simple, authentic, and traditional yoga. AYM Yoga training is based on classical teaching styles: asana, pranayama, meditation, stress management and detoxification techniques. AYM invites everyone to experience and realize the real meaning of yoga by understanding its simple, integrated and holistic techniques. We want you to achieve health, harmony, and happiness while discovering your hidden potential. AYM aims to bring out human excellence at personal, professional, social and spiritual levels through Raja yoga, Karma yoga, Bhakti yoga, Jayana yoga, and Hatha yoga's Tantric culture. Aims and Objectives of AYM India The AYM yoga teacher training school aims to spread yoga by TTC education and specialized yoga classes in India. Our main objectives are: 1. Establishment of yoga study centers in India and abroad. 2. Developing standards for yoga teacher training programs and assisting other schools. 3. Leading and integrating spiritual communities and yoga schools in India. 4. Promotion of research in yoga and yoga institutes in India. History of AYM In September 2005, it became apparent that a standard for yoga teacher training at the national level (in India) was necessary. Yogi Chetan Mahesh and other well-known yoga experts and great yoga Gurus decided to make a foundation to solve the matter and registered an organization named 'Association for Yoga and Meditation' with the government of India. The AYM Yoga Studio in Rishikesh and other training institutes follow traditional and ancient yoga practices with a scientific approach. In 2005, AYM Yoga Academy of India also got the status as a National Organization of India and became a member of the (IYF) International Yoga Federation. AYM also sets standards for yoga study centers in India according to the guidelines of the IYF. Graduates from AYM can register at IYF and the Yoga Alliance USA. There are national yoga associations in most of the countries, which organize yoga activities and sports at the national level. The winners at National level Sports Activities in India can represent at international levels held by IYF. In 2006, AYM passed a resolution to make an administering body for keeping the international standards of yoga by the name of (IYA) Indian Yoga Alliance. Activities Association for Yoga and Meditation (AYM) is a National Educational organization of India engaged in the popularization and promotion of yoga education in its original and traditional form. To develop, promote and integrate yoga, Association for Yoga and Meditation set and follow the standard in teaching training and development of yoga.
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HOW TO REACH
Taking the Taxi
AYM can arrange you taxi pickup from the Delhi airport or the Dehradun airport. Charges for these services are as follows:
- +From Delhi: $90 single
- +From Delhi: $150 single Round Trip
- +From Dehradun: $20
- +From Haridwar: $25
Taxis will be available as you come out of the airports. Have the AYM address and contact information handy incase you need to contact us for directions!
If you are feeling a bit nervous about getting here, don't worry. You can give us a call and we can help you through the process.
Taking the Bus
If you decide to take a bus to Rishikesh from the Delhi airport, you will have to first get to the ISBT (bus stand) by taxi. You can use http://www.upsrtc.com website to book your bus ticket beforehand.
The bus ride from Delhi will take around 7-8 hours.
For the bus route from Delhi, first you need to get to the Delhi bus stand b taxi. The Delhi bus stand is located 30 km's from the airport. From the Delhi bus stand, you will then take a bus to Rishikesh.
This is a 230 km ride that will take around 7-8 hours. Once you arrive at the Rishikesh bus stand, you can take a rickshaw / tuk tuk to the AYM school.
Taking the Plane / Flight
Wherever in the world you are coming from, the Indira Gandhi Airport (IGI) International Airport in Delhi will be your entry point in India if you are heading to Rishikesh.
There are no direct flights to Rishikesh. So, if you wish to reach Rishikesh by plane, Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport will be your next destination.
You will need to catch a connecting flight to the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun from Delhi then catch a taxi to the AYM School.
Taking the Train
You can also take a train to from Delhi to Haridwar if you wish to travel by train. From the Delhi airport you need get to the Delhi railway station (by taxi) located 22 km's away to catch a train to Haridwar. From Haridwar, you can catch a bus to Rishikesh and catch a taxi to the AYM School. The bus ride from Haridwar to Rishikesh is 29 km's.
Note : That there are no direct trains to Rishikesh, so you will have to go to Haridwar first if you decide to take a train.
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Frequest Questions
Que 1: Do I need knowledge of yoga asanas to take this course? Are there any criteria for joining the beginner yoga course in Rishikesh?
Not. You are at a beginners’ course for yoga, and all you need to pursue this course is your physical fitness and an open mind to learn yoga. Your knowledge of asanas is not an entry criterion for the course. We do not recommend doing yoga if you are sick or have recently undergone surgeries. If you have any existing ailments, fractures, or body aches or are recovering from an illness, it is better to check with your doctors and get their advice before embarking on a yoga course.
Que 2: What if others in the session have already mastered the yoga asanas, and I am just a beginner?
Chill, this is not a competition. And we are not here to judge you for your level of physical flexibility. This journey towards yourself focuses only on yourself while practicing asanas. Keep that curiosity to learn, and we are here to guide you to take your yoga practice further. It is immaterial if your batch mates are doing it better than you or if you are doing it better than them. Remember, it is always a best practice to measure your progress each day by comparing it with yourself to check if you have done it better than the previous day rather than comparing yourself with others.
Que 1: What will be taught in the Beginners Yoga Course at AYM?
Good question. In this course you will be learning about yoga postures (aka asanas), various pranayamas (aka yogic breathing exercises), meditation (for a peaceful, and calm state of mind). There is also a yogic detox program included in the course (they are collectively known as shat kriyas), and also the study of Vedic Science. You will also be doing mantra chanting in the sessions.
For the asana practice, you will be introduced to Hatha, Iyengar, Vinyasa, and Shivananda Yoga styles. We focus on alignment correction of our students using appropriate props (as per the Iyengar style of yoga).
We know that many of you who would like to start the yoga journey might be new to meditation as well. Here you will get the beautiful experience of meditation. Our teachers will be guiding you in the process. You will also be familiarized with the correct way of yogic breathing and you will be made to practice the same in the session. Here, you will also learn about beginner-level yoga asanas and their benefits.
Towards the end of the yoga practice session, we do deep relaxation through Yoga Nidra in the Shavasana pose (ie the corpse pose), and this has a deep calming effect on the body and the mind. This practice is well known for removing stress from the nervous system. Join our yoga course for beginners and experience the yogic effect in your mental, emotional and physical realms!
Our participants have stated that they feel more relaxed and peaceful after each of the yoga sessions.
Que 2: What should I do, if I would like to take my practice to the next level after I have completed the beginners yoga course in rishikesh?
For those beginners’ yoga course participants who would like to take their yogic knowledge to the next level, at AYM yoga school, we have our other courses such as 200 hours of yoga teachers’ training course, 300 hours of yoga TTC, 500 hours of yoga TTC, etc. which are quite intense. You may choose one of these courses which you feel is the most appropriate for you. These advanced-level courses are beneficial to start a career in yoga and deepen your yogic experience. These courses need commitment and dedication from the practitioners’ side. And it is worth all the effort. Thousands of our ex-students have testified the same. (Our yoga teachers’ training courses (Yoga TTC) are approved by the Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India, and The Yoga Alliance, United States.)
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