From the Vedic tradition comes the legend of the Kalpataru, a mystical wish-fulfilling tree said to grant the deepest desires and aspirations of those who seek its blessings. This celestial tree embodies the essence of abundance, providing fulfillment to those fortunate enough to encounter it.
Like a sacred tree, a truly impactful yoga instructor grows in two directions simultaneously—rooting deeply into ancient wisdom while branching upward to embrace modern understanding. This dual growth nurtures a teacher who both receives the light of knowledge and pays it forward by providing nurturing space to students of all backgrounds and abilities.
The most profound mentors embody this balance: the dense canopy of their life experiences creates shade and shelter where diverse students can flourish, each in their unique way.
At Nithya Priyan School of Yoga, we've designed our 300-Hour Teacher Training to cultivate not only skilled yoga teachers but also compassionate leaders who understand the profound impact of their guidance. Together, we create a community of practitioners who inspire those around them to achieve Joy in the Body and Peace in the Heart.
“As a recent graduate of the 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program at Nithya Priyan School of Yoga, I found the curriculum to be comprehensive, encompassing a wide range of Yoga Styles, Philosophy, Anatomy, and Teaching Methodologies.
Priyan’s passion for yoga is infectious, and his expertise is evident in every class and discussion. His guidance helped me deepen my practice and grow as a teacher in ways I never imagined.
I feel empowered and ready to share the gifts of yoga with others, thanks to the wisdom imparted by Priyan and the supportive community fostered by the school.
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The Tree That Keeps on Giving what it Receives
At Nithya Priyan School of Yoga, our 300-Hour Teacher Training nurtures your growth as a teacher whose wisdom flows from both ancient roots and contemporary branches. This balanced approach creates teachers who remain true to yoga's essence while making its practices relevant and accessible to modern students — teachers who Receive wisdom and knowledge to Give nurturing guidance and support.
Through our carefully designed modules and mentorship, your teaching will flourish like a vibrant, healthy tree:
Roots: Traditional Foundation
Develop deep connections to yoga's classical teachings, understanding not just the what but the why behind practices that have endured for thousands of years.
Trunk: Supportive FRAMEWORKS
Build a solid framework of teaching methodologies that provides stability and strength to your classes, including progressive sequencing and clear instruction.
Branches: Adaptive Teaching
Expand your ability to reach diverse students through thoughtful variations, precise anatomical understanding, and inclusive language.
Leaves & Fruit: Personal Evolution
Your own practice deepens and evolves through advanced techniques, providing authentic nourishment that sustains your teaching.
Shade: Creating Safe Space
Develop the skills to create truly inclusive classes where students of all body types, backgrounds, and abilities feel welcomed and supported.
Your Flexible Learning Journey
Just as each tree grows at its own pace and in response to its environment, our program offers you the freedom to grow your teaching in a way that honors your unique path:
Our expanded curriculum now features 12 specialized modules and 3 immersive retreats that you can select from based on your interests, schedule, and teaching goals.
This "create your own journey" approach allows you to:
Choose the specific modules that align with your teaching aspirations
Complete your training at a pace that honors your life commitments
Focus deeply on areas that resonate most with your personal practice
While each module stands alone as a complete learning experience, our faculty ensures that all elements integrate cohesively within the larger framework of becoming a well-rounded, impactful teacher. Throughout your unique journey, you'll receive consistent mentorship, practice teaching opportunities, and guidance in developing your authentic voice within yoga's rich traditions.
What You'll Receive
Your investment in this transformative journey includes:
Comprehensive Course Manuals: Our detailed guides support your learning journey
Structured Weekday Assignments: Opportunities to integrate learning between modules
Exclusive Digital Library: With recorded sessions, reference materials, and teaching resources
300-Hour Certification Completion Certificate: Required for 500 RYT Certification with Yoga Alliance
School Community Membership: Join a forest of like-minded practitioners supporting each other's growth
Term Teaching Programme Eligibility: Opportunities to give back by teaching at our studio upon graduation
Ready to Begin?
Beginning your journey to 300 Hour Certification with Nithya Priyan School of Yoga is simple and organic:
Achieve the Pre-requisites - Hold a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Completion Certificate (Sign up for the next one).
Plant your first seed - Choose any module from our current offerings based on your interests and schedule.
Nurture your growth - Each module and retreat contributes specific hours to your training.
Cultivate your unique path - Continue selecting modules that speak to you until you accumulate 300 hours.
Celebrate your blossoming - Join our bi-annual graduation ceremony alongside our 200-hour graduates when you complete all requirements.
There's no need to commit to the entire program upfront—simply begin with the module that calls to you, and build your training at your own pace. Like a tree that grows season by season, your teaching will develop naturally over time.
Explore our upcoming modules and register for your first training experience BELOW
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our 300-hour program is designed as a collection of specialized modules and retreats. Each module carries a specific number of training hours that accumulate toward your total 300 hours. You're free to choose which modules to attend based on your interests, and complete them at your own pace. Once you've accumulated 300 hours, you'll be eligible for certification and graduation.
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No. You can register for modules individually as they're offered. This allows you to spread your investment over time and work around your schedule commitments.
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This course can be completed within a year.
On the flip side, while there is no strict time limit, we recommend completing your training within 3 years to maintain continuity in your learning journey. -
No. There are modules involving complex poses but these can be omitted in favor of more accessible options. Morever, we believe that effective teaching comes from understanding, adaptation, and communication skills rather than personal physical achievements. Our program focuses on helping you understand and teach the principles that make poses beneficial, regardless of the specific expression.
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Absolutely. We welcome graduates from all Yoga Alliance registered training programs. The principles of integration we teach apply across all styles of yoga, just as the essential nature of a tree remains the same across different varieties.
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We currently do not support this.
Nithya Priyan
Lead Trainer and Founder of the Nithya Priyan School of Yoga
About the Trainer
Priyan describes his classes as poses teaching poses. His sequences are peak pose based structured progressions that intelligently and succinctly prepare a person's body for the requirements of the peak pose while developing muscle memory and proprioception,
He is a compassionate teacher that creates a space of safety and acceptance around the students who come seeking the calm and peace he radiates.
He inspires by example, himself grounded in a strong and consistent practice. His students are not pushed towards unsafe and unreachable goals but are pulled towards the Joy of exploring their boundaries and possibilities.
His boundless energy led him to pursue an intense full-time teaching career. He developed a structured approach to Yoga Asana's learning that benefits his students in establishing a long-term comprehensive understanding of the practice.
Noting the absence of such an approach in the current yoga environment, he founded the Nithya Priyan School of Yoga, where a chosen team of teachers are now taking this structured approach a step further as the School's 27-week curriculum.
Priyan sees the 300 Hour Teacher Training as a continuation of the initial 200 Hour offering. He will provide the same quality guidance to provide a continuing education towards the path towards Mastery & proficiency in his students.
Priyan converses with celebrity Stephanie Bovis on wellness topics ranging from his Yoga Teacher Training Course methodology to the tradition of Advaita Vedanta.