I wanted an intensive training and I got just that at the Ashtanga school
The best way I can describe that experience is that it was like a military training but for yoga.
The days started at 6 every morning and ended up at 6 in the evening. Those days were packed with practices that didn’t leave much space for the mind to wander off on anything that wasn’t yoga related.
I learned a lot. I love how being around incredible yogis forced me to push myself beyond what I would have found comfortable if I were practicing alone. The teachers were all about expressing some tough love. They know how to ruffle your feathers just enough to push yourself.
At the end, I got exactly what I needed from that experience: I learned the ancient breathing techniques to influence my states of mind.
Now it was time for me to carry these teachings and integrate them in my life.
Side note: the meals and accommodation were included in the school. The curriculum included theory and practice. It covered all the basics. We had many opportunities to practice holding space for others. Each student had the chance to guide breathwork and yoga classes while receiving valuable feedback from the teachers.
Here’s 3 hacks to help you have a better experience at your teacher training :
1. Bring earplugs with you: india is noisy and you wanna be feeling on your game during the day and get them good sleeps.
2. Magnesium : your body will be so sore at the end of each day. Do yourself a favor and recover quick with the right dose of magnesium. I get mine from here:
3. Arnica: my hamp strings got injured from overstretching. Injuries can happen when you quickly try to push yourself. Arnica will accelerate your healing process if you get injured and help you avoid missing out on your ttc while there.
Other than that we had 1 day a week off. That day allowed me and the other students to explore Rishikesh.
The Ganges are a trip! It’s a different planet along side that river. It’s fascinating to witness humans in all their flavors! 
Yeah, you’re in for a show when you go there. Especially during their festivals. It’s so surreal!
After 2 months in Rishikesh, I was absolutely ready for a change of scene.
A friend of mine told me about this place in the mountains where the Dalai Lama went when he fled from Tibet. That town is called Dharamshala and it was my favorite spot I visited in India. I’ll tell you why in this next blog post.
Rishikesh to Dharamshala: Your Essential Guide to India’s Spiritual Hub