Hatha Yoga Training Immersion YACEP
Training Immersion for Hatha Yoga Yama, Niyamas, Asana and Shatkarmas | 100 hours | Certified Course
Course Date: 20 June till 29 August
About the Course
Hatha Yoga Training Immersion is a certified course (Yoga Alliance Continued Education program) designed to offer a deep and systematic understanding of yama & niyamas, asana and shatkarma.
Rooted in the tenets of the Satyananda Yoga tradition, this thoughtfully structured program supports the integration of yoga as a conscious lifestyle to avoid physical ailments.
Students step into a deep exploration of the postural correction and alignments in asanas, asana anatomy, ayurvedic viewpoint of shatkarmas and application of the subject in totality while leading a practice for self or others. The course covers the practical insertion of yamas and niyamas in yoga teachings – a critical and commonly overlooked aspect for teachers.
Supported by experiential practice and theoretical grounding in understanding the two most critical branches of the eight fold path.
This is an advanced training immersion for existing or aspiring yoga teachers and serious practitioners.
Eligibility & Prerequisites
- Prior experience in asana, yoga practice, or structured physical exercise is mandatory
- The course is suitable for healthy individuals only
- Participants should have no serious physical, mental, or emotional health conditions
- Submission of a medical fitness certificate is mandatory for participation
“The breath, directed by thought under the control of the will is a vitalising force. It is within your easy reach at every moment of your life. Use it judiciously.”
— Sri Swami Sivananda
Who Is This Course For?
Sincere seekers of yogic science willing to commit to 100-hour training discipline
Practitioners with asana experience of 3 years
Movement Teachers interested in a yogic viewpoint of the body
Physiotherapists
Experienced practitioners engaged in somatic healing
Yoga teachers seeking YACEP Continuing Education hours
Important Dates
15 June – Last date for registration via Google Form and submission of medical certificate
20 June – Orientation session
25 June – Course Begins
26 August – Masterclass (online and offline)
29 August – Closing session and certificate ceremony
Course Structure
ORIENTATION -
DAILY PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Practical Sessions (Offline Only)
10 Weeks
Practicals
In-person Theory and Practical Sessions at Seeking Yogi Shala
Theory and Practicals
Online Asana Practice Days (1 hour everyday)
Practicals
Off Days - Sundays
Thursday Theory and Practical Focus
Each Thursday is an asana clinic, integrating postural alignment and integrity in beginners and intermediate asanas, group work to outline an energetically balanced yogic asana class.
Saturday Theory Focus
Each Saturday is dedicated to detailed anatomical understanding, application, and progression of asana and shatkarma techniques aimed at regulating physical health and elevating states of consciousness. Includes guided discussions and Q&A, lectures on History and philosophy of yoga.
What You Will Learn
- History of Asana
- Science of Shatkarmas
- Introduction to Ayurveda and Yoga – Supporting pillars for a safe practice
- Shatkarmas – An Ayurvedic viewpoint and application by seasons
- Application of Yama and Niyamas through yogic reflections and techniques
- Shavasana – Awakening to rest
- 50 hours of theory & 50 hours of practicals
- Asana Clinic – Alignment and Postural integrity
- Creating asana practice for beginners, intermediate and advance levels of awareness
What’s Included
YACEP Certification (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education)
- Study material: books, articles, and course PDFs
- Access to asana sessions with Seeking Yogi
- Theory classes and group discussions
- Bonus: Teaching opportunity at Seeking Yogi
Course Fee – INR
Meet the Teacher
Geetika Sharma
Cognitive Spiritual Therapist and Satyananda Yoga Teacher.
Initiated into the discipline of yoga by her grandmother at the age of ten, she guided her first Hatha Yoga class for international seekers at 14 years of age. A third-generation yoga teacher, her journey has been shaped by the Iyengar and Satyananda Yoga tradition.
Certified at the Bihar School of Yoga, Geetika was initiated into karma sannyasa as Sannyasi Shraddharupa by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati at Bihar school of yoga.
Geetika is also a certified cognitive hypnotic coach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hatha Yoga Training Immersion?
The Hatha Yoga Training Immersion is a 100-hour certified YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program) designed to offer a deep, systematic understanding of Yama, Niyamas, Asana, and Shatkarmas. Rooted in the Satyananda Yoga tradition, the course supports the integration of yoga as a conscious lifestyle rather than a purely physical practice.
Who is this course meant for?
This immersion is designed for:
- Existing or aspiring yoga teachers
- Serious practitioners with a minimum of 3 years of asana experience
- Movement teachers, physiotherapists, and somatic healing practitioners
- Yoga teachers seeking YACEP Continuing Education hours
- Sincere seekers willing to commit to disciplined yogic study and practice
Is this course suitable for beginners?
No. This is an advanced immersion. Participants must have prior experience in yoga asana, structured movement, or a consistent physical practice. The training assumes foundational familiarity with yoga practice.
What certification will I receive upon completion?
Participants who successfully complete the training will receive a 100-hour YACEP certificate recognized by Yoga Alliance for Continuing Education.
What is the significance of Yama and Niyamas in this training?
Unlike many asana-focused programs, this immersion places strong emphasis on the practical application of Yamas and Niyamas—both in personal sadhana and in teaching. These foundational limbs are explored through reflection, inquiry, and yogic techniques, making them living principles rather than philosophical concepts.
What are Shatkarmas and how are they taught?
Shatkarmas are traditional yogic cleansing practices. In this course, they are taught through an Ayurvedic and seasonal lens, focusing on safety and suitability, practical application, understanding their role in maintaining physical health and energetic balance
How is anatomy covered in the course?
Anatomy is approached functionally and experientially, with emphasis on:
- Postural alignment and correction
- Asana anatomy
- Elemental anatomy
- Creating structurally sound and energetically balanced practices Each Thursday features an Asana Clinic dedicated to alignment, integrity, and observation.
What is meant by “Asana Clinic”?
Asana Clinic sessions focus on:
- Postural analysis and alignment
- How to help overcome an asana limitation
- A beginner and intermediate asanas
- Group work to design balanced yogic asana sequences
- Developing observational and correction skills essential for teaching
What is the balance between theory and practice?
The course consists of 50 hours of theory and 50 hours of practical training. The course participants have access to the daily practice schedule at Seeking Yogi for July, August and September.
This balance ensures participants not only understand concepts intellectually but can also apply them confidently in practice and teaching.
Is attendance mandatory for all sessions?
Yes. This is a training immersion, and consistent attendance—both online and offline—is essential for certification and to maintain the integrity of the learning process.
Are the practical sessions online or offline?
- Practical and theory immersion sessions are conducted offline at Seeking Yogi Shala (Thursdays & Saturdays).
- Daily online asana practice (1 hour) is conducted on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
- Sundays are kept as off days.
What are the course dates and key deadlines?
- Course Duration: 20 June – 29 August
- Last date for registration & medical certificate submission: 15 June
- Orientation: 20 June
- Course begins: 25 June
- Masterclass: 26 August (online & offline)
Is a medical fitness certificate mandatory?
Yes. Submission of a medical fitness certificate is mandatory to ensure safety and suitability for the intensive nature of the practices taught.
Are there any health restrictions?
The course is suitable only for healthy individuals. Participants should not have serious physical, mental, or emotional health conditions.
What is included in the course fee?
The training includes:
- YACEP Certification
- Study material (books, articles, PDFs)
- Access to asana sessions with Seeking Yogi
- Theory classes and group discussions
- Bonus: Teaching opportunity at Seeking Yogi (subject to readiness and availability)
Where is the course conducted?
In-person sessions are conducted at Seeking Yogi Shala in Ahmedabad. Online practice sessions are delivered live.
Will this course help me teach yoga more effectively?
Yes. The immersion emphasizes postural integrity during asana practice, ethical grounding, anatomical understanding, and reflective teaching, enabling participants to lead classes with clarity, safety, and depth—for self-practice or for others.
How many participants are accepted?
The group is intentionally kept small with a maximum of 15 participants to ensure individual attention, guided corrections, and meaningful dialogue.