A 16 hour day in an advanced yoga teacher training | India

What it's like doing an advanced yoga teacher training in India. Join me for one long beautiful day of learning.
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RELATED TEXTS I LOVE -
The Autobiography of A Yogi
The Bhagavad Gita interpreted by Paramahamsa Yogananda
Anything by Swami Vivekananda (Raja yoga & Jnana yoga are great)
Be Here Now
The Power of Now
The Untethered Soul
The Alchemist
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YOGA TRANINGS -
** This Current Training : 300Hr Advanced Hatha at Ayur Yoga Eco Ashram Mysore
traditional yoga that challenged me in the best ways
10/10 accommodations, food, and nature!
really honest intelligent teachers that were easy to talk to
loved learning about Ayurveda
felt like there could have been more focus on meditation
OVERALL: I really fell in love with this place, the people, and the practice here. It immediately felt like home and I know I'm going to return in the future. All the staff were so kind, accommodating and really cared about my experience. The yoga classes were very good but we did the same sequence throughout the whole month based on the chakras so I felt a little bored by the end, I think it would have been fun to switch it up and learn different ways to sequence. I loved all the teachers and found them incredibly intelligent, they always had really thoughtful answers to my questions. Because the ashram is on a farm you can pick fresh fruits and herbs every day on your way to class, it's pretty amazing. Lastly, the price range is really good considering everything this training comes with. They gave me a 5% discount code for you to use but this video is Not sponsored! I paid full price, however, they learned about my channel and wanted to create an affiliate code! So its, Hitomi5
My First Training : 200HR Moon Sun Fire Hatha at The Practice Bali
rooted in tradition
amazing philosophy classes
teachers are really there to answer Qs and help
-10/10 anatomy, sequencing, and teaching classes
A bit pricey & didn't include living situation
OVERALL: I would recommend this training if you have the means! You have to pay for accommodations and at least one meal a day on top of the training. It was incredibly well rounded and I felt like they really cared about each students evolutionary path. The main teacher is a bit dogmatic when it comes to traditional Hatha yoga, which I understand, but everyone connects to yoga and can benefit from it in their own way! None of the teachers I learned from were POC if that is something that would sway your decision.Regardless it is a really good practice and this training helped me heal so many of my mental health issues.
My Second Training : 200HR Primary Series at Tattva Yogashala Rishikesh
the ashtanga primary series is so amazing to learn
The adjustments class was really good
The philosophy didn't go as deep as I would have liked
So reasonable ( training included the room and two meals a day for the month )
OVERALL: Wouldn't recommend this training because it wasn't super personal, the teachers couldn't remember my name and kept talking to me in Chinese when I don't even speak it lol. Even though I was really inspired by the main teacher, there were several trainings going on at once and it was clear he was spread thin. I did learn a lot and think they tried to make it special with evening parties and weekend activities, but it seemed like they didn't care about who was there or try to form a relationship with the students. I feel bad saying anything negative about this school because I know they're just trying to create a successful business and share yoga with the world but I also want to be completely honest. And perhaps the price think the price is actually adequate for what you get! It is under 2k which is the most affordable training I've seen. And I personally did feel prepared to teach the series by the end of the month.

[@apekshasehgal]

as an indian i felt this video was so special. it feels amazing to see you being fascinated by our culture. lots of love

[@dhane7139]

Kuch bhi😂 wohi har chiz me bin bajaye, normal chizon pe proud, ye sab har jaga likh Dene se tume sukun milta hoga, desh me Jada kuch change ni hojayega,desh ke insan Aaj heiban ho gaya hai

[@bodaddy6771]

dude there wont be any culture left ...did you see whats happening in bangladesh ??

[@ColbiCheri]

This is the type of stuff I want to spend my time and my life doing instead of working at a 9 to 5 job that doesn't serve me but instead, learning new things everyday, being present, trying new hobbies and inspiring the world. I'm hoping to be able to do it soon. Thanks for sharing, Hitomi, you've inspired me in so many ways. Sending you hugs.

[@Take-yr5hl]

Hopefully you get to find what calls you! 💖

[@loismorgan1603]

Hi! This is random but I've been feeling this way for the past 2 years and everyone in my life thinks I'm crazy and have my head stuck in the clouds lol. I hope we find the courage to step further into our divinity and remember who we really are

[@T.MCJ1911]

I resonate way too much with this comment

[@sysohil6132]

​@@loismorgan1603 start giving life a minimalistic and mindful approach,

[@marlana.bright]

Do it! 😊🎉

[@aditisrivastava4997]

I am from India and I love how beautifully you have portrayed yoga. I love your channel for how insightful it is.

[@elisanapoletano]

I love Ashtanga yoga, i practice it everyday as it gives me a strong sense of purpose and forces me to focus and grow beyond my blockages. The fact that I have to inhale and exhale through the nose helps this sense and the opening and closing chants really bring me to a place of calm and connection with the whole universe. This place and people look amazing x

[@grannyronna]

Absolutely! Yoga can change your life for the better.

[@RubyClementi]

Watching this felt like a deep breath, or reading a poem, or running into an old friend you’ve missed. Thank you Hitomi.

[@america5108]

finally a person that has the right spirit to show that the true essence of yoga practice is so much more than the physical therapy of it. mentally and spiritually it is so transforming.

[@yks_skyy]

I’ve been having a very hard time with my health and suffering several different losses over the past few months and I can sincerely say, watching this video; witnessing your joy and your gratitude and wonder burst from your seams has brought me back into my spirit and reminded me of my own “why” for the first time in so long. I’m sitting here absolutely sobbing and I haven’t felt something so lovely in a very long time. Thank you sweet angel 🙏🏻

[@manonera8414]

Please entertain a Yoga You Tube channel. I’ve always been curious to learn this as I get older. I think your special and have purpose to help others. Share your wealth of knowledge and make this beautiful planet a better place. Thank you

[@leahsfieldnotes]

Been wanting to take yoga training in India for the longest time, seeing one in motion is so inspiring ily ❤

[@leilani8888]

The yoga class you taught looked so therapeutic, I would love to take a class as you being the teacher. This whole video was so healing and full love

[@maitrirawal2702]

As an Indian and a Hindu , I love how you are very much interested in learning about yog , bhagwat Gita and everything of our culture. This is so heartwarming we love you hitomi 💗

[@myfunstuff6058]

I love that you felt safe to share so much. ❤ I appreciate all you allowed us to see including you teaching a class!

[@ASMRfleur]

girl I teared up watching the moon ritual and seeing the giggly yet calm joy in the group. What life is all about ❤ Thank you for capturing this and giving us this peek into what life is like for you right now!

[@niamhevans]

I went to this ashram when I was 18 years old, completely heartbroken and looking to reconnect with myself, and it was by far the best two weeks of my life. I still talk to the lovely humans I met there. So happy to see you had a great experience there as well

[@tabithaclifft222]

What was the name of the Ashram?

[@karthikhombal7554]

​@@tabithaclifft222samyak yoga ashram

[@krishvarma-jx8en]

It is AyurYoga Eco-Ashram.

[@niamhevans]

@@tabithaclifft222 AyurYoga Eco-Ashram :)

[@jenniferjack6134]

I would really love to renew my yoga practice through your new yoga channel one day, can't wait to see what you do with that! ❤

[@a.skye05]

this looks so peaceful 🤍🤍

[@luciiifera]

I just finished my first 200hr YTT. Yoga has also saved my life and I keep resonating so much with you every time I watch your videos. I'm so grateful for finding you at the beginning of my spiritual journey, and for feeling your energy and support through this process. I love you so much 💕

[@healingwitholly]

this video landed at the perfect time for me. im leaving for Rishikesh in November for 200 hour YTT! your journey has absolutely inspired my own over the years of growing and evolving. it’s such an honor and a beautiful gift to witness your path of healing and wholeness. thank you for your honesty, transparency, and limitless light Hitomi 🌟 your spirit is such a gift.

[@navyaagarwal5918]

which yoga school are you joining? I'm planning to join a meditation teacher training program soon, but honestly there are so many schools out there. How did you do your research? Just want some tips 😄

[@healingwitholly]

@@navyaagarwal5918 hi! the school i’m choosing is called Om Shanti Om yoga school. i think i read somewhere there’s between 400-600 yoga schools in Rishikesh alone, so i know how you feel! it’s overwhelming, and i did my research by reading online reviews, watching the school’s youtube videos, and weighing my options cost wise. i also watched a few videos of teachers who went to India for their YTTC and took notes. good luck on your journey! peace and blessings 🌟

[@elaryava]

Good luck with your training, have a great time in India 🙏🏻🤍

[@navyaagarwal5918]

@@healingwitholly thanks for replying! I hope you have great time there. Sending divine light😄

[@notyourtype5329]

Same

[@utaghoul1093]

The portions of flowers close-ups with or without music in the background are really wonderful, it brings another level of calm and art of life to the video , wow! 💜

[@LinaSemina]

Yoga is a way of life! Thank you for sharing your experience ❤🙏

[@GreenVibesWellness]

Just in awe of how your leadership capabilities show up and shine wherever you go. You truly are a safe space for people all over the world Hitomi 🦋

[@Olitoia]

You inspired me to start my first yoga teacher training which I will begin next month. You feel like a big sister guiding me to a path I was always meant to walk down. Thank you Hitomi ❤

[@annavaneeden3251]

When you said how you felt after a day of practice and breathwork I resonated with it so much. For me I felt so connected to the essence which gave me so much energy, at the same time I wanted to sit with the experience of this expansion and honour it all. It is such a blessing to be able to land on this knowing daily🙏🏼Thank you for sharing❤️

[@LeaLitou]

This is soo beautiful ! I've been dreaming of India, asleep or awake, since childhood, so this video hits home so much ! Thanks for giving us a glimpse into your practice 🙏 As usual, found myself left with a wave of inspiration and warmth that makes me feel more alive ( my philosophy teacher used to say that true friendship expand your level of "aliveness" . And it sure feels like hanging out with a friend listening to you!)🤍 Love you Hitomi 🌿

[@EnglishPodcastwithPaul]

You are beautiful inside and out, a mother a sister and the girl next door. You just exude innocents compassion and love. I just want to hug you, cry, laugh and jump around. I thought people like you were unicorns. Seeing you gives me hope that I might find a beautiful soul such as yourself. Thank you for being candid and open, very refreshing. I love you.

[@shefalo]

this comment is so beautiful

[@ItsT.C]

i would really appreciate you creating a channel based on yoga and meditation

[@kaitlynng7214]

Me too!!

[@phoebe-gc6cu]

So excited for you to start sharing your journey in India with us!

[@froodoftheforest]

I really loved watching this, Hitomi! I don't have people around me who vibrate quite at the same energy you seem to radiate and I love waking up first thing and putting on one of your videos from your catalogue like this, journalling with you. Stretching with you, meditating with you. Food prepping with you. I feel much less alone and more inspired to make my day more attuned and mindful. Thank you for the glorious videos you put so much energy and intention in to producing. They are a balm in this harsh world and they help me heal. Namaste sister. 📿

[@Llll38Sa]

Oh Hitomi you've got no idea how happy it will make me if you make a seperate youtube-channel with yoga classes. This will be the biggest motivation for me to continue my yoga practice

[@floblue.2274]

I mostly keep to myself on here when watching your videos, never commenting often but felt called to say; PLEASE please I hope you feel ready and inspired to make a separate KZbin account just for yoga classes taught by you. I've been watching you since 2016 and have deeply related and been moved by you through the years. I've also been searching for a online yoga guide and if YOU felt called to guide people through these classes and open up your platform this way I just know in my heart that so so many people would be so grateful and inspired. I've fallen out of my practice. its saved me and reopened me back up to life and being without it has really shown me a lot. too much to even write. but I've felt so lost. just know id be there every time you upload a video of a yoga class. I'd love to have you as a teacher. I hope you see this! much love always - Flo

[@carolinabauta6330]

I visited the ashram and can tell you I met over 5 women who also came inspired by this video. Thank you Hitomi

[@DANTL141]

Hi Carolina, could you share a little bit about your travel and transportation to the ashram? I want to go but am a little worried to travel to india on my own. Do you have any advice for me? I would really appreciate any input you or anyone else may have. ❤

[@julias8629]

Same here!!

[@belatriz8233]

I was waiting for this, thank you Hitomi, you are shining so much

[@kellydavis7373]

Thank you Hitomi! I was so excited to see an India video go up! Blessing your journey as always-so much love to you 🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@samarasea4444]

How beautiful it is to sit back and be reminded how much more there is to see in this world 🌎 ❤

[@JenniferMorales-y5u]

Been wanting to take yoga training in India for the longest time, seeing one in motion is so inspiring ily

[@luciavonkrusenstiern3452]

The end really touched me. Thank you for showing up so raw

[@lasvegas4164]

I’m so happy for you. I have followed your journey over the years and truly look and sound at home in a spiritual sense.

[@imdav2002]

This made me cry because I’m so happy for you especially when you were teaching the class

[@akurisko6172]

Im 21 and going on my first ever 200hour training program in October in Bali! Thank you so much for this video🫶🏻❤️ so interesting too see your journey and an insight on what the training can bring! This video was very helpful🌿 so excited to experience and learn so much for myself!🫶🏻 you have a beautiful soul keep being you!

[@misskeisha1642]

Pls do another channel for Yoga practices! I will join EVERY SINGLE ONE!

[@MistyLaShay]

Good afternoon Hitomi always love when you post I’m filled with an overwhelming since of love, wholeness, grounding and presence when you upload 🦋

[@mehjabinhussain3016]

Amazing content, Hitomi! Hope you continue to have a great time in our country! Looking forward to watching more of these videos. Lots of love 💕💕💕💕 from Assam, INDIA!😊😊😊😊😊🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@pratipkumarroy]

This is haram in your religion. Don't watch.

[@andreaduran9600]

I love you so much and I'm so proud of you, thank you for inspiring me in the most incredible ways. I have been feeling so sad lately, my self-esteem is low and my envy is high. When I look at you I never feel envious, only grateful that I get to witness you and learn from you. Thank you for being a channel for me to free myself of negativity and explore wonder and awe

[@nicoleabrukwe]

i am about to take a yoga and Pilates training, this is giving me so much motivation..your videos are always so comforting 🥹💗

[@sallysimpson77]

OMG is that Raghubir Yadav at 18:10 ?? He’s a famous and very talented Indian actor! 😮

[@rose_madelyn_h]

I forgot how inspired your videos made me. I've been overthinking so much about different things and it's been hard to stay in a routine. Yoga has been something that always calms me down and allows me to focus on how I feel in the present moment. I really hope I start doing it every day. It's just been hard to find motivation. Here on this comment I want to say to myself that I'm going to continue dedicating this life to experiencing beauty and going with the flow! I know I'm capable of loving myself fully and being happy, I wish you all a good journey as well ☺💛

[@saradyrunn]

This video really took me back to my time in India ❤️ blessings and deep gratitude to all the gurus and yogis who have kept this practice alive for more than 6000 years. This is a practice that has and continues to humble me every day ❤️

[@jss.2020]

why bless the gurus - what has it done for India expect keep it poor.

[@carminaioia7569]

Someone please enlighten me and tell me why I'm sobbing after watching this incredible video .. Hitomi, you are a breath of fresh air

[@lovagirl7777]

Ugh, felt this deep in my soul xx, thank you for being you and sharing your experience. never considered doing a yoga training until now xx sending much love

[@claudiaxo]

So beautiful, I'm crying of happiness. I'm inspired to start my path with yoga practices. Thank you so much 💗🇻🇪🙏🏽

[@mukulu12]

best Contest on KZbin - thank you

[@Jackie.Camacho]

I’ve been WAITING for this vlog!😍 I can’t wait to do my first 200 YTT

[@mementomori7617]

I always feel so grounded after watching your videos. It became some sort of ritual for me to sit down with the window open and listen to what you have to say. This Chanel already is a sacred space 🧘‍♀️✨❤️

[@DREWKABOOM]

as an artist who's traveled to india also - I'm so grateful you dropped this! a year later tho but hoping your practice is serving you well. Peace ☯🕉

[@insightgemm]

I love this video. You are going to be an amazing yoga teacher. I truly believe it.

[@Mikaelebl]

I can’t wait to see more yoga content from you!!💗💗💗

[@user-sr7er6zu4q]

Please start a yoga channel!!! I would def start practicing it! Love learning it from someone who is actually passionate about it!!❤❤❤❤

[@georginafox2263]

this is one of my favourite videos of yours, from the depth of the contect to how beautifully it was captured

[@valentinavvsl]

loving the idea of a yoga channel !!!

[@ChaiTogether]

I love how you filmed this.. Purely. 🌷

[@mad_e_lin_e]

one thing that I’ve wanted to do since I found your account years ago is to do yoga with you and fellow earth angles! I 100% support a separate account for yoga!

[@laurenmaddison1111]

It’s so beautiful seeing you teach! Keep shining Hitomi🌸

[@lilyanne8101]

Hitomi thank you for sharing your life. I’m going through a tough time but your videos have given me hope and excitement about life I think it’s special that you’re willing to share yourself with the world like this and inspire others

[@SavannahPaigeMusic]

This is one my favorite videos of yours!! I come back to it all the time. I would love more Yoga centered videos❤️🙏

[@Minimalrevolt-m83]

I'm a yogis and I love how you taught yoga class to the yogis out there in India. 💖

[@lindsayditlow]

You make this world a better place💜✨🧘🏼‍♀️

[@maripilymenendez]

Thanks for sharing little sneak peaks from the sessions, the brief moments with the speakers were super insightful!

[@haley9293]

You are just the most gorgeous human ever, inside and out. Pure light embodied. Gorgeous Hitomi and thank you ❤

[@sunkissedchaos]

Hitomi! I would absolutely love if you made more yoga content. as a yogi myself, I just adore your energy surrounding this subject. love you xx

[@CRONKdizzle]

i’d love a yoga practice channel from you. i feel like your narration would be so spiritual and soothing.

[@TheycallmeKeni]

I have been looking for deep meditative yoga for years that is a bit deeper than western media allows me to find and now here you are saying you want to make a separate channel for this. I feel like it's perfect timing

[@kmm2442]

I found this really inspiring. Thank you.

[@daniellatrueselfmeditation]

I love you I love this video so much thank you for sharing. Especially thank you for sharing the true meaning of yoga and your beautiful shining energy we all love you! Namaste 🙏🏼✨

[@lostinadmiration]

I did my yoga Ayurvedic stay in Goa this year at Veda5, it was a very special experience as well! India is an amazing place to both start and deepen your spiritual journey. Thank you for sharing it so beautifully too!

[@sudakshinaghosh9997]

Cannot wait for your yoga channel!

[@sunrisemoon8500]

thank you for giving us insight into your training. beautiful to see you teach and learn from this ancient wisdom

[@clair3203]

I burst into tears at the end. Your love translates through the screen Hitomi

[@deonabellaallan5060]

I just watched your podcast that you recorded before leaving.for your training.....THANK you for taking us along and sharing. Waiting patiently for your next upload.

[@edenelias2at]

Omg I feel like your soul is the IDEAL ULTIMATE yoga teacher ❤😂

[@sydneymarchand]

what a truly wonderful video to watch! seems like just the moat healing and transformative space you could be in, I dream about one day being able to go on a retreat like this in India or even Bali for a month.. maybe longer. Thank you thank you.

[@Melissachpmnnfamily]

This looks like an utter dream! I love it! Been doing yoga since I was 12 so this all is close to my heart ❤️

[@LinneaofBorealis]

This was so interesting, thank you 🙏🏻

[@katanamanaia7076]

a youtube channel with yoga classes would be so special, i watch your videos when i practice so to be able to watch videos dedicated to yoga by you would just be so amazing ! XX

[@ChaiTogether]

I’ve been waiting for this video!!!!!!!! 😍😍😍🌿❤

[@payeldebnath299]

I can't wait but to have those wonderful moments of my life asap my soul is dragging me for this and my body is screaming for this can't explain how much want these things to happen in life

[@claudiamosca6308]

I hope sooo much that you will open a yt channel with yoga lessons! I would definitely watch every single video!!🩷

[@lisaboateng701]

Such a wholesome video, thank you for your honesty & openness 🧘🏾‍♀

[@PeaceLoveJoye]

Thank you so much for this video! 💜✨

[@elin1778]

Wow I watched your Chanel for a long time and I think this is one of your most beautiful videos. I feel simplicity , truth, love. No layers. Just as is. Thank you ❤️

[@lolawatts9697]

thank you Hitomi, this is such a beautiful expression through your eyes

[@tessasgrant]

i’m so happy and proud of you!! i really hope you make the separate channel for yoga!!!!! I love you!!!!🫂🫂🫂🫂

[@mijamarovt4382]

Yoga youtube channel would help my journey so much, i feel so inspired after this, you are an amazing creator and human❤

[@nuohou]

Your videos always made me feel peaceful and relieve my anxiety. Thank you so much!!

[@Audrey-mc4zp]

This is so beautiful Hitomi! Thank you for sharing this with us 🤍

[@Kormac80]

I've watched many of your videos and rarely commented. I really LOVED this one. You are making such a lovely and useful contribution through your work. Prayer hands.

[@KyCandicee]

Wow that new moon ritual looks so special and how everyone joined in!! love it

[@restfulstillness2274]

7:27 I love this. It's what I was able to access through yoga nidra, and what I hope others get to experience from their own yoga and meditation practices.

[@selenajutton6897]

This was so beautiful to watch, I was filled with tears at the end just completely happy for you and your journey. Thank you for sharing your light. Wishing you well on your perpetual unfolding🤎

[@cheyannebroussie1126]

You’re a such a beautiful soul, I really really appreciate you and everything you do ❤️ you’ve helped me so much love

[@briannasouter03]

I love this so much😫🫶🏾