200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training with Himalaya Yoga

200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training

Live Online from Germany

Structured 8-week training combines live online classes, personal feedback, supervised teaching practice and class recordings.

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Rooted In India

Led by Indian yoga teacher Gaurav Krishna Das & team.

Based In Germany

Personal support from our Germany-based school.

Complete Yoga Kit

Receive your yoga kit before the course begins.

YOGA ALLIANCE USA

200-hour Certification after successful completion.
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Discover how the 200-hour online training works, what you will study, and everything included in your eight-week learning experience.

200-Hour Certificate & RYT® 200 Pathway

After successful completion, receive your 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. Where this program is delivered under our current RYS 200 registration, graduates may apply separately for RYT® 200 registration with Yoga Alliance, subject to its current requirements. The course is designed to help you teach confidently and safely—with clear foundations in alignment, sequencing and professional teaching skills.

  • Structured 200-hour teacher-training curriculum
  • Strong foundations in asana, alignment, philosophy and anatomy
  • Injury prevention, safe progressions and intelligent adjustments
  • Teaching practice with guidance, feedback and mentoring
  • Clear cueing, sequencing and class structure training

A Holistic Approach: Yoga, Ayurveda & Yogic Lifestyle

This training supports full transformation—physical strength, mental clarity, emotional steadiness and spiritual depth. Alongside asana, you explore breathwork, meditation, Ayurveda and yogic lifestyle principles, creating a foundation you can carry into daily life and teaching.

  • Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Yin-based practices
  • Daily pranayama and meditation for inner stability
  • Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita and essential philosophy
  • Anatomy, biomechanics and subtle body basics (chakras, nadis)
  • Introduction to Ayurveda and sattvic nutrition principles
  • Mantra, kriyas, mudras and self-awareness practices

Join with an open heart. Leave grounded, confident and prepared to share yoga with clarity and integrity.

1. Certification

Successfully complete the full 200-hour training, including required coursework, live sessions, teaching practicum and assessments, and receive your 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate.

Graduates of an eligible Registered Yoga School program may use their certificate to apply separately for RYT® 200 registration with Yoga Alliance, subject to Yoga Alliance's current registration requirements.

2. Your 8-Week Online Yoga Teacher Training Journey

The Himalaya Yoga 200-Hour Online Teacher Training is designed as a structured eight-week learning journey combining live online classes, guided yoga practice, traditional yogic knowledge, anatomy, philosophy, teaching methodology, sequencing and supervised teaching practice.

Instead of completing the training in a short intensive format, the eight-week structure gives you time to absorb the teachings, integrate them into your personal practice and gradually develop confidence as a yoga teacher.

200 Total Training Hours
8 Weeks of Training
Live Online Classes
Practicum Teaching & Assessment

3. Course Curriculum & Syllabus

Our 200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training curriculum is structured around the four Yoga Alliance Educational Categories, creating a balanced learning journey through yoga practice, anatomy and physiology, yoga humanities, teaching methodology, practicum and professional development.

A. Techniques, Training & Practice - 80 Hours

  • Asana Practice — Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga & Yin
  • Alignment, Posture Principles & Safe Practice
  • Pranayama & Breathwork
  • Meditation & Mindfulness
  • Kriyas / Traditional Cleansing Practices
  • Mudras, Bandhas, Mantra & Chanting
  • Subtle Body — Chakras, Nadis, Koshas & Prana Vayus

B. Anatomy & Physiology - 30 Hours

  • Skeletal Anatomy & Joints
  • Muscular Anatomy
  • Physiology & Body Systems
  • Respiratory & Nervous Systems
  • Biomechanics & Functional Movement
  • Injury Prevention, Contraindications & Adaptations

C. Yoga Humanities - 30 Hours

  • History & Origins of Yoga
  • Major Traditions & Modern Yoga
  • Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
  • Bhagavad Gita & Yogic Texts
  • Eight Limbs, Yamas & Niyamas
  • Yoga Ethics & Teacher Responsibility
  • Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility
  • Ayurveda & Yogic Lifestyle

D. Professional Essentials - 60 Hours

  • Teaching Methodology
  • Sequencing & Class Planning
  • Cueing, Communication & Demonstration
  • Observation, Alignment & Modifications
  • Class Management & Inclusive Teaching
  • Practicum & Practice Teaching
  • Feedback, Mentoring & Assessment
  • Professional Development & Yoga Business

Asanas:

Explore foundational and traditional yoga postures with emphasis on alignment, breath awareness, safe practice, modifications and teaching cues.

Standing Postures
  • Tadasana Palm Tree Pose
  • Tiryaka Tadasana Swaying Palm Tree Pose
  • Samakonasana Right Angle Pose
  • Trikonasana Triangle Pose
  • Parivrtta Trikonasana Revolved Triangle Pose
  • Virabhadrasana I Warrior I
  • Virabhadrasana II Warrior II
  • Padahastasana Head to Shin Pose
  • Vistrit Padahastasana Standing Yoga Mudra
  • Prasarita Padottanasana B
  • Prasarita Padottanasana A
  • Prasarita Padottanasana C
  • Eka Pada Pranamasana One Legged Prayer
  • Utkatasana Chair Pose
  • Garudasana Eagle Pose
  • Nataraja Sana Lord of the Dance Pose
  • Eka Padasana One Leg Pose
  • Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana
Crouching Postures
  • Table Pose
  • Marjariasana Cat & Cow Pose
  • Vyaghrasana Tiger Pose
  • Vajrasana Thunderbolt Pose
  • Shashankasana Child's Pose
  • Parvatasana Mountain Pose
  • Eka Pada Rajakapotasana Pigeon Pose
  • Bhadrasana Gracious Pose
  • Supta Vajrasana Sleeping Thunderbolt
  • Simhagarjanasana Lion Pose
  • Brahmacharyasana Power Pose
  • Naman Pranamasana Bowing Pose
  • Ushtrasana Camel Pose
  • Kagasana Crow Pose
  • Baka Dhyanasana Patient Crane Pose
  • Parsva Bakasana Side Crow Pose
  • Dwi Hasta Bhujasana Two Hands & Arms
  • Mayurasana Peacock Pose
Seated Postures
  • Dandasana Staff Pose
  • Sukhasana Easy Pose
  • Purna Titali Asana Butterfly Pose
  • Padmasana Lotus Pose
  • Yogamudrasana
  • Gomukhasana Cow's Face Pose
  • Vakrasana Spinal Twist Pose
  • Ardha Matsyendrasana Half Spinal Twist
  • Janu Sirshasana One-Leg Forward Bend
  • Marichyasana Bound Knee One-Leg Forward
  • Paschimottanasana Forward Bend Pose
  • Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana
  • Setuasana Bridge Pose
  • Kurmasana Tortoise Pose
  • Parivritti Janu Sirsasana
  • Astavakrasana Eight-Angle Pose
  • Navasana / Naukasana Boat Pose
  • Eka Padottanasana One Leg Raise to Head
Stomach Postures
  • Bhujangasana Cobra Pose
  • Sharpasana Snake Pose
  • Adho Mukha Naukasana Flying Pose
  • Ardha Shalabhasana Half Locust Pose
  • Salabhasana Locust Pose
  • Dhanurasana Bow Pose
  • Balasana Baby Pose
Back Postures
  • Uttana Padasana Raised Leg Pose
  • Supta Udarakarshanasana Spinal Twist Pose
  • Kandharasana Shoulder Pose
  • Sarvangasana Shoulder Stand Pose
  • Halasana Plow Pose
  • Chakrasana Wheel Pose
Ending Postures
  • Matsyasana Fish Pose
  • Pavanmuktasana Wind or Air Relieving Pose
  • Sirsasana Headstand Pose
  • Savasana Corpse Pose

Pranayama:

Explore foundational and traditional yoga postures with emphasis on alignment, breath awareness, safe practice, modifications and teaching cues.

  • Prana
  • Nadis
  • Koshas
  • Bandhas
  • Pre-Pranayama Breathing Methods
  • Kapalabhati
  • Nadi Shodhan Pranayama
  • Bhastrika Pranayama
  • Bhramari Pranayama
  • Sheetali Pranayama
  • Seetkari Pranayama
  • Surya Bheda Pranayama

Learn step by step in a live, interactive online classroom with the support and flexibility to complete your training successfully

  • Structured 8-week training
  • Live, interactive classes via Zoom
  • Class recordings for review and catch-up
  • Study from home in Germany, Europe or worldwide
  • Training kit delivered by post before the course begins, where shipping is available
  • Digital pre-course reading and study resources
  • Ongoing interaction with teachers and fellow trainees
  • Teaching practice, assessment and personal feedback
  • 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate after successful completion

Start Your 200-Hour Yoga Journey Eight weeks of live study, guided practice and teacher development

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Authentic Roots, Personal Guidance

Indian Yogic Roots, Taught Live from Germany

I am from India, where I studied, practised and developed my foundation in yoga. Today I live and work in Germany. From here, I teach this 200-hour program live online together with our specialist teaching team, sharing Indian yogic knowledge in a structured, practical format with students across Europe and worldwide.
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How You Will Learn Asana Online

Live Demonstration & Real Teaching Practice

Every asana is taught live through clear, step-by-step demonstrations. I personally demonstrate each posture in front of the camera, explaining alignment, breathing, transitions, common mistakes and safe modifications. Throughout the training, I use props such as yoga blocks, belts, bolsters, chairs, blankets and other supports to show how to adapt each pose for different bodies and experience levels.

  • Live step-by-step asana demonstrations with alignment guidance
  • Learn to use blocks, belts, bolsters, chairs and blankets effectively
  • Real-time feedback while you practise during live classes
  • Additional demonstrations with another person when needed
  • Teaching cues, modifications and corrections for different bodies
  • Build confidence through guided teaching practice and observation

Based in Essen, Germany

From India to Germany

Himalaya Yoga is based in Essen, Germany. Founder and lead teacher Gaurav Krishna Das is from India and developed his yoga foundation through study and practice there. Today he lives and works in Germany, and this 200-hour program is taught live online from Germany for students in Germany, across Europe and worldwide.

  • Live online learning from your own home
  • Traditional yoga knowledge presented in a structured format
  • Direct interaction with experienced teachers
  • Personal feedback and supervised teaching practice
  • An international learning community across Europe and beyond

Meet the Himalayan Masters Guiding Your Yoga Teacher Training

Your yoga teacher training journey is guided by a dedicated team of Himalayan masters and modern educators, each specialising in a core discipline of yoga. Rooted in ancient yogic lineage and refined through decades of teaching experience, the Himalaya Yoga faculty delivers a complete, structured, and transformative education.
Asana & Pranayama Master
Asana & Alignment Specialist
Traditional Asana
Kundalini Yoga
Yoga Philosophy & Sacred Texts Guide

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Experiences with Himalaya Yoga

Thanks for being a great teacher 🙏

Himalaya Yoga

I met Gaurav 2021 and had the best yoga experience of my live. I attended his class for many years and it elevated my capabilities by far. He gave me practical tips and profound inner wisdom that changed my life to the better. Dear Gaurav, thank you very much for being a great teacher 🙏.

Viktoria Schmidt

Yoga Student | Germany

Himalaya Yoga Alumni Experience

Training in Spain

The 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Spain helped me deepen my practice, understand yoga beyond physical exercise, and develop a more conscious approach to teaching and daily life.

Vlad

Yoga Student | Belarus

Where Physical Practice Meets Spiritual and Mental Insight

Himalaya Yoga

I discovered Himalaya Yoga almost by chance and have now been practicing with Gaurav for several months. I’ve been meditating for over 20 years and have practiced yoga since my youth, and I can honestly say that Gaurav is one of the most competent and professional yoga teachers I’ve ever worked with.

Christian Greiser

Yoga Student | Germany

Finding Balance and Calm Through Yoga with Gaurav

Training in Rishikesh, India

I really enjoy the yoga sessions with Gaurav. During the sessions, he helps me perform the exercises correctly and supports me in improving my flexibility. Practicing yoga with Gaurav gives me a deep sense of calm and helps me feel balanced and centered within myself. I am very much looking forward to practicing with him again ☺️🫶

Mischi Iliasa

Student | Germany

Himalaya Yoga Alumni Experience

Training in Spain

Starting my yoga journey at a young age, the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Spain helped me build a strong foundation, confidence, and a deeper understanding of yoga beyond physical practice.

Emma

Yoga Student | Denmark

Start in six simple steps

Your Path from Enrollment to Certification

From enrollment to final assessment and certification, the Himalaya Yoga team guides you through each stage of the training.

  1. Enroll in Your Training

    After your place is confirmed, you receive welcome information, the course schedule and instructions for accessing your online training.

  2. Yoga Kit and Study Materials

    Your yoga kit and printed study materials are prepared for postal delivery before the training, subject to shipping availability for your destination.

  3. Learn Live with Yoga Masters

    Join live Zoom classes with experienced teachers, ask questions in real time and take part in guided practice and discussion.

  4. Practise Teaching and Receive Feedback

    Prepare sequences, lead supervised practice and receive constructive personal feedback.

  5. Complete Your Final Assessments

    Complete the required written, oral and practical assessments that form part of the training.

  6. Graduate and Receive Your Certificate

    After successfully completing the training and assessment requirements, you receive your 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate.

What you need

You need a stable internet connection, a phone, tablet or computer, comfortable clothing, a yoga mat and a small clear area. Extra props are optional unless the class listing says otherwise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior yoga experience?

No. Our 200-hour online yoga teacher training is designed for dedicated beginners as well as experienced practitioners. You do not need advanced postures or previous teaching experience. A willingness to learn, practise consistently and engage with the full training is more important.

What certificate will I receive?

After successfully completing the training and its assessment requirements, you'll receive a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate from Himalaya Yoga. If this training is delivered under Himalaya Yoga's current RYS 200 registration, eligible graduates may apply separately for RYT® 200 registration with Yoga Alliance, subject to Yoga Alliance's current requirements.

How do the live online classes work?

Classes are taught live online in an interactive format by experienced yoga teachers. You can practise with the teaching team, ask questions in real time, receive feedback and learn alongside an international group. Class recordings are provided to support review and catch-up according to the course access policy.

Can I teach yoga after completing this course?

The program is designed to build the practical knowledge, teaching methodology and supervised teaching experience needed to begin teaching with confidence. Requirements can vary by studio, employer or country, so you should also check any local professional requirements where you plan to teach.

What is included in the course fee?

Your course fee includes the complete 200-hour training program, live online instruction, supervised teaching practice, mentor guidance, Ayurveda modules, printed and digital study resources, access to class recordings, the training kit described on this page, and participation in the Himalaya Yoga learning community.

Will I receive my yoga kit in Germany (or my country)?

Your training kit is prepared for delivery before the course begins. Shipping availability, delivery times and any destination-specific conditions can vary, so please confirm the details for Germany or your country with our admissions team when you enroll.
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