FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs – Queries about the course, location and Price
Yoga Course Information (FAQs)
Q1. What are the durations of Yoga Teacher Training and Yoga Retreat courses?
- 100-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course – 11 Days
- 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course – 23 Days
- 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course – 26 Days
- 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course – 56 Days
- Yoga Retreat – 03 days, 07 days, 15 days
Q2. Will there be written and practical exams at the end of the course?
Yes. It would be best if you were compelled to meet the assessment criteria to pass the YTTC. You’ll be assessed on each of the modules. Assessments are written and sensible. Our lecturers can provide details of what’s expected throughout the first week. You’ll have much steering and support throughout the course.
Q3. How many students are going to be in each course?
We believe this will be a life-changing experience for you. We must remain true to our mission of spreading healing across the world. Our courses must remain intimate. Therefore, each course is limited to 15 students.
Q4. Do I need prior experience to join?
For the 200-hour training, a consistent personal practice is recommended but not mandatory. Enrollment in the 300-hour program requires a 200-hour Yoga certification along with prior teaching experience.
Q5. What is the daily schedule like?
Your day starts with meditation and asana practice, followed by lectures, teaching methodology, and practical workshops. Evenings include restorative sessions or satsangs. Expect complete but balanced days.
Q6. Is this course Yoga Alliance certified?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a Yoga Alliance USA-certified certificate (200 or 300 hours), which qualifies you to teach globally.
Q7. Can I do a work exchange for your TTC course?
As our ttc courses are highly demanding, you will not have time to work, so we do not offer this option. After the course, we will see if you qualify to stay on as an assistant, which is the current work exchange program.
Q8. What should I bring with me?
Comfortable Yoga clothes, a notebook, a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, insect repellent, and an open heart. We provide Yoga mats, props, and manuals.
Q9. I am not sure which program to choose. Which one do you suggest?
Please read through the different program details on this site and see which attracts you the most! If you have any circumstances you think may affect your choice and are unsure, please get in touch with us directly.
Q10. How do I get started?
Just fill out our online Application Form or Call/WhatsApp +91 9528023387 and leave a message. You will receive a reply within 24 hours. Please include a summary of the benefits you seek, your personal fitness and/or emotional goals and availability. All information is kept entirely confidential.
Generally, our 200-hour courses benefit practitioners at all levels. Those who wish to take more advanced classes should have a firmly established Yoga practice to ensure they can get the most out of the opportunity.
Location (FAQs)
Q1. How do I get to AYM Yoga School in Goa?
Arrival by aeroplane:
The Dabolim Airport lies 60 kilometres from the AYM Yoga School, Arambol. Daily flights from New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Cochin, and Bangalore will connect it.
Arrival by train:
The two major railheads in Goa are Thivim and Madgaon, which are well-connected by trains from all over the country.
Arrival by bus:
Many bus operators in Goa offer options for intracity and intercity travel. KSRTC, KTC, and MSRTC are government roadways from Panaji, Madgaon, and Vasco Da Gama.
Q3.How is the weather in Goa? What kind of clothes should I bring with me?
Being in the equatorial zone and near the Arabian Sea, Goa typically experiences a hot and dewy climate all year. Pack light clothes, and don’t forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat.
Q4. How far are you from the airport? Do you provide airport pickup?
We are just 60 kilometres from Dabolim (Goa International Airport) and 30 kilometres from MOPA Airport. Yes, we provide airport pickup at an additional price.
TRAVEL (FAQs)
To travel to India, you will need a visa issued by the Government of India and a passport from the country where you live.
Passport
You must always have a valid passport in India for the entire duration of your stay. You will also need your passport when you check into a hotel or book travel within India.
Indian Visa
You will also need a special stamp inside your passport issued by the Indian government, known as a visa. The good news is that getting an Indian Visa, previously a nerve-wracking endeavour, has recently become much easier with the new ‘visa on arrival program’, which allows residents of many Western countries to apply for their visa online and stamp their passport once they arrive in New Delhi. Learn more about this convenient program and apply for your Indian visa HERE one month before you arrive in India.
TIP: To avoid delays in getting your visa approved, apply for a tourist visa. Also, any association with Pakistan or identifying yourself as a journalist, writer, or reporter will slow down the process considerably.
Investment (FAQs)
Q1. How much does tuition cost, and what does it include?
The tuition starts at $ 1,199 and covers the following: over 23 days, our students participate in intense and immersive classes, starting at 6:30 AM and ending at 8:00 PM, familiarizing themselves with the fundamental aspects of Yoga. Every student can choose accommodation, whether a private room or shared, and three vegetarian meals per day.
Q2. How do I reserve a spot?
We ask all prospective students to fill out a personal application form. So we can understand their background in Yoga, their motivation to learn, and determine if they are suitable to study. To fully secure your spot, we require a non-refundable deposit that is used to reserve your spot in our course and is also applied towards your entire course tuition.
Q3. What is the refund policy?
The advance fee is non-refundable, but it is transferable (valid for 12 months), which means that if you cannot join the course in the month you choose, you can switch your course to another month within 12 months.
Q4. What amount should I deposit to reserve my spot, and when must I pay the balance?
Following is the classification of the advance fee:
- 100-hour Yoga Teacher Training == US $105 ($100 fee and $5 tax)
- 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training == US $210 ($200 fee and $10 tax)
- 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training == US $210 ($200 fee and $10 tax)
- 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training == US $420 ($400 fee and $20 tax)
- Yoga Retreat == US $105 ($100 fee and $5 tax)
Q5. How can I pay the remaining fee?
You can pay in hard cash (we accept INR, USD, EUR, and AUD), or you can pay us through debit/credit card, Bank Transfer, or TransferWise. You can visit our Payment Options page for more information about Payment options on arrival.
General Questions
Q1. Will we have days off during the course?
Yes, Sundays are free.
Q2. After attending a Yoga TTC with AYM Yoga School, Goa, will I teach Yoga anywhere in the world?
Yes, after successful completion, you will be qualified to teach Hatha, Ashtanga & Iyengar Yoga anywhere in the world. You need to check your country’s specific requirements regarding registration and other relevant details.
Q3. Do I need to be interested in teaching?
This program will qualify you to be an inspiring, safe, and effective teacher. However, we also have many students who enroll solely for their personal development. Tools learned during this program will enable you to gain greater fulfillment from your Yoga practice and your life.
Q4. Which style or tradition of Yoga do you practice or align with?
At AYM Yoga School, we don’t follow a single lineage, style, or approach. We pride ourselves on having a diverse teaching staff with different backgrounds so that you can gain a well-rounded view of all styles. Through the training and your teaching practice, please find your voice and a teaching method that is authentic to you.
Q5. Who are the faculty teaching staff?
All of our faculty are Yoga Alliance Certified at the 200-hour or 300-hour level, and continue their studies to bring you the freshest inspiration possible. Our teachers, representing all traditions of Yoga, are committed to your higher learning. For more information on our teacher training faculty, please visit our teachers page.
Q6. I am a beginner. Can I attend the course?
Yes, you can. Our courses are specially designed for beginners.
Q7. What Vaccines do I need to bring with me?
Vaccines are not compulsory but are advisable. You must consult your doctor about the vaccines you need to visit India. Depending on your country, you may need different ones. On this page, you can find some helpful information.
Check out this site for more information: wwwnc.cdc.gov.
Q8. Can I eat before class?
Yoga should be practised on an empty belly, so you should leave 3-4 hours after a main meal or two hours after a soft snack.
Q9. Will the classes be all women?
No. More men are beginning to realize the benefits of Yoga, and many also attend regularly. The postures are a challenge to both men and women.
Q10. What shall I wear?
Wear clothes that don’t restrict your movement in any way. Most people wear shorts or leggings (it helps if the teacher can see your knees!) and a T-shirt or vest. Yoga is always practised on bare feet.
Essential Factors
Why join Yoga Teacher Training
A Yoga instructor qualification will require you to focus on a particular field because this primary spiritual method is pervasive. You can focus on bodily wellness, treatment, mysticism, business, and preliminary natal astrology. There is also an old metaphysical regimen designed for children and senior citizens, which ensures that the placements to be implemented will not harm them. You can likewise choose to manage retreats and workshops if you wish for a more significant target market.
Possessing a Yoga instructor certification will also equip you to establish your business, including having a studio that will educate students about the primordial spiritual process. When you possess just what you can contact your very “personal,” you are not restricted to the hours you decide to invest in tutoring. You have the liberty to pick which times to hold sessions and also which times not to have sessions. Because of this, your schedule can be pretty adaptable.
The Student Understands:
- AYM Yoga School does not guarantee job placement to participants upon program/course completion.
- We reserve the right to reschedule the program start date if the number of scheduled students is too small.
- We will not be responsible for any statement of policy or procedure that does not appear in the catalogue.
- We reserve the right to discontinue any student’s training for unsatisfactory progress, nonpayment of tuition, or failure to abide by rules.
In case if we forget to answer any question, feel free contact us with your query.
