85-Hour Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

The 85-Hour Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training at Gurukul Yogashala is a specialist course for anyone who wants to teach yoga to expectant and new mothers, or who wants to deepen their own understanding of the practice during pregnancy. It's certified by Yoga Alliance, so on finishing you can register as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher and start teaching.

The curriculum is built around the traditional teachings of the Garbha-Upanishad, an ancient text on nurturing the unborn child, and it runs through pregnancy in a thorough, practical way. You'll study the anatomy and physiology of each trimester, learn the specific asanas and sequences that are safe and beneficial at each stage, and practice hands-on adjustments. Pranayama and meditation are taught with childbirth and the mother-child bond in mind. There are also sessions on fertility, postnatal recovery, and the role of Ayurveda in pregnancy. Teaching practice is a key part of the week—you'll actually stand up and teach in front of the group, with feedback from the teachers.

The teaching team is large and experienced. Yogi Arvind Negi, who comes from Rishikesh and has deep knowledge of the Yamas and Niyamas, leads the program. He's joined by specialists including Dr. Nishant Bhatnagar, an Ayurvedic physician and author, Bhagya Shree, who holds a Master's in Hindu Studies and an 800-hour Hatha Yoga certification, and several other teachers covering anatomy, philosophy, meditation, and sound healing.

You don't need to be an advanced yogi to join. The course is open to anyone with a basic understanding of yoga, expecting parents themselves, yoga teachers wanting to specialise, and wellness practitioners like Ayurveda therapists. There's no age limit. What matters is a sincere interest in the subject.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - 1 afternoon tea and snack - RPYT Yoga Alliance Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Certificate - Daily Yoga classes - Daily Meditation classes - Daily Pranayama classes - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Professional event photos - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - 24*7 Purified RO water - Course Manual - Certificate upon successful completion - School t-shirt/tote bag/cleansing kit - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters - Welcome drink - Evening activities/kirtan/movie night

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Transportation services - Bank charges - 5.5% when payment is made through Credit or Debit Card - Towels, toilet paper, soap and other personal day-to-day care products