An expert trained in the art of yoga can become a Yoga Instructor. Yoga is an ancient and complex practice, rooted in Indian philosophy. It began as a spiritual practice but has become popular as a way of promoting physical and mental well-being.
Personal Competencies
• You enjoy
• You are physically fit and agile
• You are an effective communicator
• You like to help others
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete Bachelor's degree (B.N.Y.S./BA/B.Sc.) in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences OR
Complete Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (M.A./M.Sc.) in Yoga and Naturopathy OR
Pursue a certificate course from any of the institutes certified by the Yoga Certification Board
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The course is offered by the Department of Physical Education.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
2. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi
3. Chhatrapati Shahu ii Maharaj University, Kanpur
4. Visva Bharati University, Santiniketan, West Bengal
5. Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur
6. Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindigul
7. JC Bose University of Science and Technology, Faridabad
8. Lucknow University, Lucknow
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC or AYUSH YCB before applying)
1. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
2. Chandigarh University, Chandigarh
3. Integral University, Lucknow
4. Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Pune
5. Sharda University, Greater Noida
6. Jaipur National University, Jaipur
7. Dr. D.Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai
8. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 5,750-6,95,000* for the full course
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government Schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: You can work in a yoga studio or a fitness facility, as well as in sports teams or even in corporate business settings as a corporate yoga instructor.
Entrepreneurship: You can even become a personal yoga instructor and visit client's homes to teach them yoga.
Work Environment: The timings are flexible if you work independently. In Yoga studios, or fitness facilities, you might be required to work 6 to 7 hours for 5 to 6 days. Shift system is applicable.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Farina Farid is currently a Yoga Instructor based in Hyderabad who quit her career in modelling and found solace in yoga and meditation. In 2010, she enrolled in the Bihar School of Yoga and started her practice in Yoga affer graduating.*
YOGA INSTRUCTOR
NCS Code: NA | HW071• You enjoy
• You are physically fit and agile
• You are an effective communicator
• You like to help others
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete Bachelor's degree (B.N.Y.S./BA/B.Sc.) in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences
OR
Complete Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (M.A./M.Sc.) in Yoga and Naturopathy
OR
Pursue a certificate course from any of the institutes certified by the Yoga Certification Board
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The course is offered by the Department of Physical Education.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
2. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi
3. Chhatrapati Shahu ii Maharaj University, Kanpur
4. Visva Bharati University, Santiniketan, West Bengal
5. Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur
6. Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindigul
7. JC Bose University of Science and Technology, Faridabad
8. Lucknow University, Lucknow
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC or AYUSH YCB before applying)
1. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
2. Chandigarh University, Chandigarh
3. Integral University, Lucknow
4. Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Pune
5. Sharda University, Greater Noida
6. Jaipur National University, Jaipur
7. Dr. D.Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai
8. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
Information on the institute rankings can be found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/ranking.html
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 5,750-6,95,000* for the full course
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government Schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: You can work in a yoga studio or a fitness facility, as well as in sports teams or even in corporate business settings as a corporate yoga instructor.
Entrepreneurship: You can even become a personal yoga instructor and visit client's homes to teach them yoga.
Work Environment: The timings are flexible if you work independently. In Yoga studios, or fitness facilities, you might be required to work 6 to 7 hours for 5 to 6 days. Shift system is applicable.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Trainee yoga Instructor → Yoga instructor → Senior Yoga Instructor
The approx. salary of a Yoga Instructor ranges between INR 40,434 — 66,964* per month.
Source: https://www.salaryexpert.com/salary/job/yoga-instructor/india
*These figures are indicative and subject to change
Experts from the field
Farina Farid is currently a Yoga Instructor based in Hyderabad who quit her career in modelling and found solace in yoga and meditation. In 2010, she enrolled in the Bihar School of Yoga and started her practice in Yoga affer graduating.*
Source: https://www.edexlive.com/happening/2019/jun/20/why-fareena-farid-quit-modelling-and-found-her-calling-in-yoga-and-meditation-6693.html
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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