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500 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training

An advanced 500-hour, 60-day online yoga teacher training recognized by Yoga Alliance, combining foundational 200-hour and advanced 300-hour content.

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  • Live Online+ Recordings
  • Yoga Alliance USARYT 500
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Course Overview

In short

500 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training by Om Yoga International is a 500-hour course over 60 days, taught live on Zoom from Rishikesh, India, with the live class at 03:30 pm – 06:30 pm IST. Every class is recorded. It leads to RYT 500 certification. The fee is ₹40,000 (US$465).

An advanced 500-hour, 60-day online yoga teacher training recognized by Yoga Alliance, combining foundational 200-hour and advanced 300-hour content. It covers advanced asana and alignment, in-depth philosophy, anatomy and biomechanics, pranayama and meditation, Ayurveda and specialized teaching skills. It is aimed at both personal transformation and professional growth.

Live Interactive ClassesLearn directly from experienced teachers
Class RecordingsAccess recordings for 1 year
Study MaterialsCourse manual, notes and presentations
Global CommunityConnect with students worldwide

Who Is This Course For?

  • No prior experience in yoga required (course starts from the foundational 200 hours followed by the advanced 300 hours)
  • Description also says it is for those who have completed RYT200

Course Curriculum

Explore the detailed syllabus for each module.

500 Hours | 16 Modules
Module 1: Yoga Philosophy – Yoga & Yoga Practices
  • Yoga: Etymology, Definitions, Aims & Objectives
  • Principles of Sukshma & Sthula Vyayama, Asanas
  • Principles of Pranayama, Bandhas & Mudras
  • Principles of Shatkarmas
  • Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Iyengar Yoga etc
  • Yogic Diet: Sattvic, Rajasic & Tamasic
  • Practices of Healthy Living
  • Mindfullness & Meditation
  • Ethics for Yoga Teachers
Module 2: Philosophy: Study of Yoga Texts
  • Prasthantrayee, Upanishads, Bhagwad Geeta, Samkhya Yog, Yoga Vashisth
  • Six Schools of Indian Philosophy, Vedanta Darshana
  • Jnana, Bhakti, Karma & Raja Yoga
  • Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
  • 8 limbs of Ashtanga Yoga
  • Hatha Yog Pradipika, Gehranda & Siva Samhita
  • Yoga in Jainism & Buddhism
  • Pancha Kosha, Nadis & Chakras
  • Teachings of Different Yoga Masters
Module 3: Anatomy & Physiology
  • Introduction to Human Body and Different Systems
  • Biomechanics of Body, Bones, Joints & Muscles
  • Musco-Skeletal & Cardio-vascular System
  • Respiratory & Digestive System
  • Nervous & Endocrine System
  • Sensory organs
  • Impact of Yoga Practices on Different Systems
  • Knowing Physical Limitations, Injury prevention and Safe Alignment
  • Knowledge of common Diseases and their Management
Module 4: Health & Wellness
  • Concept of Health, Wellness & Illness
  • Concept of Panch Koshas, Adhi & Vyadhi
  • 4 Pillars of Yoga
  • Dincharya & Ritucharya
  • Ahara, Nidra & Brahamcharya
  • Importance of Psycho-social environment
  • Trigunas, Panch-Kleshas, Taptrayas, Panch prana & Chakras
Module 5: Applied Yoga
  • Yoga for Personality Development
  • Yogic Management of Stress
  • Yoga for Lifestyle Disorders
  • Yoga for Non-Communicable Disorders
  • Yoga for Mental Health
  • Yoga as an Integrative Medication
Module 6: Yoga for Disease Prevention
  • Yoga for Acidity, IBS & Constipation
  • Yoga for Sinusitis & Bronchial Asthma
  • Yoga for Hypertension
  • Yoga for Lower back pain & Neck pain
  • Yoga for Arthritis
  • Holistic Approach to Yoga
  • Role of Various Yoga Practices in Prevention
Module 7: Yoga & Psychology
  • Concept of Human Psyche
  • Cognitive Process & Stages of Consciousness
  • Nature of Emotions & Physiological changes
  • Yoga View of Mental Health
  • Mental Illness
  • Role of Yoga in Mental Health
  • Importance of Psycho-social environment
Module 8: Kundalini Yoga
  • Concept of Kundalini Yoga
  • Kundalini Diet
  • Preparations & Precautions
  • Kundalini Meditation With Mantras
  • Yoga practices to balance 7 Chakras
  • Different Methods of Kundalini Awakening
  • Bandhas & Mudras
  • Cleansings for Chakras
Module 9: Asanas: Practice & Alignment
  • Asanas: Definitions, types & Categories
  • Sukshma & Sthula Vyayma
  • Surya & Chandra Namaskara
  • Asanas Alignment, Benefits and Contraindications
  • Standing, Seated, Prone and Supine Poses
  • Proper alignment principles and common Misalignments
  • Modifications, Variations and Adjustments
Module 10: Pranayama: Breathing Techniques
  • Pranayama: Preparation & Types
  • Puraka, Rechaka and Kumbhaka
  • Antaranga and Bahiranga Kumbhaka
  • Cleansing and Sectional Breathing
  • Practice of Ashta Kumbhakas
  • Physiological & Psychological Benefits
  • How to incorporate pranayama into class sequences
Module 11: Bandhas & Mudras
  • Jalandhar, Uddiayana & Moolbandha
  • Practice of Mahabnadha
  • Panchtattva & Panch Prana Mudras
  • Yog Mudra & Maha Mudra
  • Chin & Gyan Mudra
  • Adi & Meru Danda Mudra
  • 10 Mudras for Spiritual Enlightenment
  • Pranava & Bhairava Mudra
  • Shanmukhi Mudra
  • Mudras as a Therapy
  • Pranayama & Bandhas as a Therapy
Module 12: Meditation
  • Importance of Meditation
  • Do’s & Don’ts for Meditation
  • Breathing Awareness / Anapana Sati
  • Recitation of Pranava and Hymns
  • So-Hum Meditation
  • Cyclic Meditation
  • Sakriya Dhyana
  • Antarmauna
  • Mantras Meditation & Sound Healing
  • Yog Nidra Level-1 & 2
  • Chakras Meditation
  • Dynamic Meditation
  • Self-Surrender & Trataka
Module 13: Shatkarmas: Cleansing Methods
  • Preparation
  • Do’s and Don’ts for Practices
  • Neti: Jal & Sutra Neti
  • Dhauti: Vamana (Kunjal) and Vahnisara (Agnisara)
  • Kapalbhati (Vatakrama)
  • Shankh Prakshalana (Varisara Dhauti)
  • Mukha Dhauti
  • Nauli & Trataka
  • Benefits & Its Contraindications
Module 14: Ayurveda
  • Concept of Ayurveda
  • Concept of Tri-Doshas
  • Prakriti & Vikruti
  • Concept of Shatrasas
  • Dincharya & Ritucharya
  • Diet for Tridoshas
  • Introduction to Panchkarmas
Module 15: Teaching Methodology
  • Fundamentals of teaching Yoga
  • How to offer clear verbal cues and guidance for students
  • Understanding the importance of tone, pace, and language in teaching
  • How to give adjustments (physical and verbal) and assist students safely
  • Developing your teaching voice and confidence in leading a class
  • Observing and providing constructive feedback on others' teachings
  • Adaptability and Flexibility in Teaching
Module 16: Career Development
  • Introduction to building a career as a yoga teacher
  • Marketing strategies: How to promote yourself and your classes
  • Understanding the yoga community and how to network with other teachers and studios
  • How to create a sustainable yoga teaching career (e.g., freelancing, workshops, retreats)
  • Managing finances, setting fees, and understanding the logistics of teaching

Sample Class Schedule (Monday to Friday)

Time (IST)Topic
07:00AM – 08:30AMHatha, Shatkarma, Asanas (66 hours)
04:00PM – 05:00PMYoga Philosophy (44 hours)
05:00PM – 06:00PMAnatomy & Physiology & Yoga Therapy (44 hours)
06:30PM – 08:00PMVinyasa, Pranayama, Meditation (66 hours)

* Timings are in IST (Indian Standard Time). Schedule may vary slightly. Every live class is recorded the same day.

Your Certificate

Certified from Yoga Alliance; valid worldwide; online certificate value same as in-person; lifetime valid certificate.

  1. Receive your Om Yoga International certificate by email.
  2. Create a profile on yogaalliance.org and choose “Register as a teacher”.
  3. Select Om Yoga International as your school — we confirm your training.
  4. Pay Yoga Alliance's registration fee and start teaching as an RYT.
E-RYT 500

What You Receive

  • Live Sessions On Zoom
  • Course Training Manual
  • Supportive Documents
  • Live Sessions Recordings for 1 Year
  • References
  • Lifetime Community Support
  • Lifetime Valid Certificate
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Career Support in Yoga

How Online Classes Work

  1. 1. Join Live Class

    Attend on Zoom at the scheduled time (03:30 pm – 06:30 pm IST).

  2. 2. Interact with Teachers

    Ask questions and get live guidance and corrections.

  3. 3. Access Recordings

    Watch missed classes any time for 1 year.

  4. 4. Complete Assignments

    Submit assignments in your student portal and receive feedback.

Student Testimonials

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“Hi, my name is Kiran and I am from Uttarakhand, India. I have completed the Yoga Therapy and Prenatal Yoga courses from Om Yoga International. It was a wonderful learning experience with valuable practical knowledge and great guidance. I’m grateful for this e…”
Kiran RajputIndia
“I attended the 200 RTY course online from Australia. Ruchika madam was very knowledgeable in philosophy and anatomy subjects. Other teachers Ajay and Danish were very good at teaching asanas. It was a great experience overall.”
Uma MAustralia · 200 RYT online
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About Om Yoga International

A yoga school in Tapovan, Rishikesh, founded in 2010 by Radhika Sharan — now teaching its Yoga Alliance and YCB courses live online to students around the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is the Online Yoga Course as effective as in-person course?
This course is designed by our well-experienced instructors keeping in mind the online training requirements. The course syllabus, certification and everything else remains same as in-person course. So, 500hours Online Yoga teacher Training course is as effective as in-person.
Is it mandatory to join live classes?
No, it is not mandatory.
What if I cannot join live classes?
Recordings for all classes will be provided at the end of every day. You can access all live classes through recordings.
Can I register in Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course?
Yes, you can register yourself as a 500hours RYT Yoga teacher upon completion of the course.
Can I join this course even if I don’t want to become a Yoga teacher?
Yes, definitely. This course caters to personal yoga course requirements as well.
Is this course certificate valid all over the world?
Yes, 500hours Yoga Training Course Certificate is certified from Yoga Alliance, and their certificates are valid all over the world.
Is the Online Certification same as those for attending in-person training?
Yes, it is absolutely same. The value of certificate is same as it is in-person.
How can I clear my doubts if cannot join live classes?
You can attend someday live class if possible and clarify your doubts, Else you can contact the teacher and clear your doubts.
Can I get a refund if I am unable to take the course?
No, refund is given. However, you can do the course anytime within a span of 1 year.
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