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Begin Your Journey
Complete a 36-hour course delivered over 3 weeks of online classes.
Become a Certified Yoga Volunteer
Empower your family and community with wellness, discipline, and Heartfulness values. Certified by the Yoga Certification Board, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
Suitable for all — whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience with yoga.
How Training WorksAbout Yoga Volunteer
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Practice and Theory
Training in short wellness capsules on the 7 pillars of health and fundamentals of yoga.
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Promotes Wellbeing
Teach in schools and centers. Self-health, family health, healthcare centers, and Fit India Movement programs.
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Live Support
Live teaching practice sessions on Zoom to learn both practice and theory.
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Govt. Certified
Certified by the Yoga Certification Board, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
Why Heartfulness
Yoga Volunteer in Heartfulness empowers abhyasi volunteers to enrich Heartfulness sessions with practical wellness and yoga tools.
This 3-week online certification course trains you in yoga on chair, 7 pillars of health, and yoga fundamentals—ideal for Ashrams, C-Connect, and S-Connect programs—through live Zoom sessions, guided practice, and expert feedback, with recordings.
Receive a Yoga Volunteer Certificate from the Yoga Certification Board, Ministry of AYUSH (non-professional), study in multiple languages, and be part of a growing movement toward holistic well-being. Join us in realizing the vision: At least one Yoga Volunteer in every family.
YOUR TRAINING JOURNEY
How Training Works
A structured 3-week journey combining live learning, guided practice, assessment, and multilingual access.
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SHOW UP
Learn Together
Attend the live sessions regularly with your camera on.
80%
attendance
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PRACTICE
Learn & Practise
Every live session combines 45 minutes of theory with 45 minutes of practice.
45 min
Theory
45 min
Practice
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CHOOSE YOUR LANGUAGE
Learn in Your Language
Join the programme in a language that makes your learning experience comfortable.
English
Hindi
Telugu
Gujarati
French
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GROWING ACCESS
More Languages Coming
French, Russian and other languages are currently in development.
Malayalam
Tamil
Russian
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Yoga Volunteer for Agniveer
Explore the Yoga Volunteer programme for Agniveer and take the opportunity to learn practical yoga and wellness tools that can support personal wellbeing and disciplined living.
Register Now →Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Yoga Volunteer program?
Currently, it is open for Heartfulness practitioners with minimum age of 18.
Is there any age limit for this course?
No. There is no age limit for enrolling in the Yoga Volunteer certification program.
What is the duration of the Yoga Volunteer course?
The course duration is equivalent to not less than 36 hours, conducted over approximately three weeks.
What is the main role of a Yoga Volunteer?
A Yoga Volunteer promotes well-being in society, assists in group yoga classes, conducts yoga sessions in parks, supports IDY programs, and participates in Fit India Movement activities.
What subjects are covered in the course?
The syllabus includes yoga theory, history, fundamentals, yogic food principles, health and wellness practices, practical asanas, pranayama, meditation, and preventive health education.
What practical training is included?
Practical training includes prayer, cleansing practices, loosening exercises, yogasanas (standing, sitting, prone, supine), pranayama, meditation techniques, and yoga nidra.
What attendance is required for certification?
Candidates must maintain at least 80% attendance in the classes to become eligible for certification.
When will the certificate be issued?
The certificate is issued after the institution submits the attendance report and confirms successful completion of the program.
Who issues the Yoga Volunteer certificate?
The certificate is issued under the Yoga Certification Board, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
In which programs can Yoga Volunteers participate?
Yoga Volunteers can participate in school programs, park sessions, workplace wellness programs, IDY events, C-Connect, S-Connect, and Fit India Movement activities.
Are study materials provided?
Reference materials include the Ministry of AYUSH Common Yoga Protocol, Satyananda Yoga texts, and Yoga Teachers Manuals by MDNIY.
Is this a professional teaching certification?
No. This is a non-professional certification focused on volunteer service and community well-being.
Can beginners join this program?
Yes. The course is suitable for beginners as well as those with prior yoga experience.
How does this program support Heartfulness initiatives?
The Yoga Volunteer program strengthens Heartfulness activities by integrating wellness tools into meditation sessions, community outreach, and youth programs.
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