The great work of Shree Ambika Yoga Niketan continues with the inspiration of Param Pujya Hathyogi Shri Nikam Guruji. All practices we teach are curated by Guruji for a balanced family life — because “Yoga is a way of life.” Our courses reflect that philosophy, bringing peace and health to everyday living.

In every branch of SAYN, the Basic Quarterly (Traimasik) Course runs typically on Sunday, 7:00–9:00 AM for 12 weeks (some branches may vary). Below are details of all courses.

Courses

Course No. 1 — Quarterly Course Duration: 3 Months

Every Sunday 7:00–9:00 AM (12 weeks) · Certificate: Yogasadhak

Designed by Hathyogi Nikam Guruji, this is the perfect initiation into yoga: cleansing practices, foundational asanas, pranayama, mantra chanting, shavasana, and Yama–Niyama for life discipline. Reference text: Yogadrum (Hindi/English/Marathi).

Syllabus (Week-by-Week)

Weeks 1–3

  • Basics of Yoga, Kardarshan, Netrasnan, Ganesh Dhauti, Ashwini Mudra, Jaldhauti, Vajrasana, Moolbandh, Pranakarshan Kriya, Brahmamudra, loosening drills, Padmasana, Kapalbhati.
  • Diet info, Jalneti, Naman Mudra, Yog Mudra 1 & 2, full Kapalbhati.
  • Ujjayi (3 types), OM chanting, Shankh Prakshalana series, group teaching & checks.

Weeks 4–6

  • Shitkari, Shitali, Vayusar, Utthitpadasana, Gayatri mantra.
  • Agnisara, Shalabhasana, Bhujangasana, Yama.
  • Uddiyan Bandh, Suryanamaskar, Niyama.

Weeks 7–12

  • Paschimottanasana & Halasana rolling, Pawanmuktasana, massage; checks.
  • Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Kandharasana, Chakrasana, Tratak.
  • Naukasana (4 types), Shwanasana, Marjarasana, Shavasana.
  • Dhanurasana, Kainchi, Akarna Dhanurasana, Simhasana; Shavasana practice.
  • Ardha Matsyendrasana, Gomukhasana, Ushtrasana.
  • Tadasana, Utkatasana, recap & repetition; certificate presentation.

Course No. 2 — Pranayam-1 Duration: 3 Months

Eligibility: Yogasadhak Certificate (Course 1)

A refresher that perfects cleansing practices and expands asanas, Kapalbhati variations, Ujjayi/Bhastra Ujjayi, OM chanting/Laghu Lahiri, Tratak, alternate breathing, and Mahashankhprakshalana. References: Yogadrum, Swa Gyanacha Marg – Pranayam (Marathi/Hindi).

Syllabus (Week-by-Week)
  • Weeks 1–3: Cleansing perfection; Supine asanas; Kapalbhati & side Kapalbhati.
  • Weeks 4–6: Ujjayi / Side Ujjayi / Bhastra Ujjayi sequences; Prone asanas; Pranayam basics.
  • Weeks 7–9: Kapalbhati with Amarkruti; Wagdhauti; OM chanting; Anuloma-Viloma; Mahashankhprakshalana; Suryanamaskar.
  • Week 10: Tratak. · Week 11: Standing/Sitting asanas. · Week 12: Full practice.

Course No. 3 — Pranayam-2 Duration: 6 Months

Batches: Feb–Jul · Aug–Jan

Repeats Courses 1–2 with precision and introduces the first five pranayams with kumbhaka: Suryabhedan (info), Anuloma-Viloma, Ujjayi, Shitkari, Shitali, plus Bhastrika (all three types). Includes difficult asanas, Neti variations, and technique perfection.

Kumbhaka is taught only after the body & mind are prepared through six months of prior practice. Reference: Yogadrum, Swa Gyanacha Marg – Pranayam.

Course No. 4 — Pranayam-3 / Yoga Teacher Training Duration: 12 Months

Branches: Virar · Dombivli · Exam: 200 marks (Theory 100 + Practical 100)

For dedicated practitioners who wish to serve society as teachers. Covers full practice of earlier courses, 8 Pranayams (Suryabhedan, Ujjayi, Shitkari, Shitali, Bhastrika, Bhramari, Murchha, Plavini), 10 Mudras (Mahamudra, Mahabandha, Mahavedh, Khechari, Mula/Uddiyan/Jalandhar Bandha, Viparit Karni, Vajroli, Shaktichalini), anatomy, public speaking, group handling, difficult asanas, Nauli. References: Yogadrum, Swa Gyanacha Marg – Pranayam.

Events

26 Jan

Foundation Day

Akanksha Hall, Diva · 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

21 Jun

International Day of Yoga

All SAYN Branches

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Guru Pournima

Juchandra, Naigaon · 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

15 Aug

Yoga Shikshak Shibir

Viva College, Virar (W) · 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

25 Dec

Yoga Shikshak Shivir

Akanksha Hall, Diva · 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM