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Checklist for Yoga Teacher Training

PRACTICE ESSENTIALS

  • Yoga Mat
    Please bring your own mat. Our Ashram is outside the city, and you won’t have access to shops to buy one easily.

  • Comfortable Practice Clothing

    • Clothes that allow movement and breathability.

    • Light full-sleeves or layers for cooler mornings.

    • Keep your shoulders and knees covered when walking to the river or spending leisure time.

  • Shawl/Scarf
    Useful during meditation, morning chill, or temple visits.

  • Sweater & Socks
    Early mornings can be cool. Pack one or two warm layers.

  • Water Bottle
    Bring a refillable container to use the filtered water available on campus.

STAY ESSENTIALS

  1. Towels (2)

    One for your shower and one for general use/yoga mat cover if needed.

  2. Toiletries 

  • Soap, shampoo, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.

  • These are available at our Ashram shop, but the brands may differ.

​   3. Herbal Tea (Optional)

  • We provide Indian chai and black coffee. Herbal teas are not easily available in Mysore. Bring your preferred options if needed.

   4. Toilet Paper

  • While available at our shop, you may want to bring. We have them in the shop for you to buy. 

MONEY & PAYMENTS

  1. ATM Access

  • Once at the Ashram, you won’t have ATM access.

  • You may bring your own currency and exchange it in Mysore (on the day off).

  • Airport exchange is available, but rates may be poor.

    2. Course Fee Payment

  • If you're paying the remaining fee in cash, confirm in advance via email. You’ll complete the payment before the Initiation Ceremony.

    3. Cash Withdrawal Advice

  • Indian ATMs often limit withdrawals to ₹10,000 (~€120).

  • Transaction fees apply.

  • It’s best to bring cash and exchange in Mysore if required.

   4. Refundable Deposit & Charges for Extra Days​

  • You will be paying 5000 INR as refundable deposit for the laundry and other essentials.

  • A nominal extra day charge will be 2500 INR/30 Euros/30 USD per person (with meals included).

  • The check out will be at 10:00 AM on the last day of the training. 

PERSONAL MEDICATIONS & HEALTH

  1. Personal Medications
    Bring required medications in sufficient quantity.

  2. Homeopathic Suggestions (Optional)

  • Arnica 9CH – For muscle recovery

  • Ledum Palustre 4CH or 9CH – For mosquito bites

    3. First Aid & Pain Relief

  • Tiger Balm (if not allergic)

  • Basic medicines like Aspirin, Advil, Tylenol

    4. Feminine Hygiene Products

  • Bring what you usually use; some brands (like Tampax) are not readily available in India.

    5. Contact Lens Products

  • Bring your lens care items as they may not be locally available.

REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS

  1. Identity Proof
    Carry a photocopy of your Passport / Aadhaar / Driving Licence / Voter ID.

  2. Student Consent Form - 🔗 DOWNLOAD here
    Print, sign, and bring the form to submit upon arrival.

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION

  1. Wi-Fi
    Available and included in your course fee. Bring your own devices.

  2. No Smoking / Alcohol
    Strictly prohibited during the training, on or off-campus.

  3. Laundry Service & Ashram Shop

  • A refundable deposit (5000 INR/60 Euros/60 USD) is required for basic purchases (toilet paper, soap, etc.) and laundry.

  • Unused balance will be returned at the end of the course.

  • Prices at the ashram shop are as per local Mysore market rates.

    4. Power Sockets

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OPTIONAL BUT USEFUL

  • Small backpack/day bag

  • Notebook and pens (though we provide manuals, personal notes are encouraged)

  • Travel umbrella or light raincoat (depending on season)

  • Reusable cloth bag for small shopping or laundry

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