25 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
Transformative Yoga Teacher Training in India
Embark on a transformative journey with Buddha Retreat’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, the yoga capital of the world. Set amidst the serene foothills of the Himalayas, this immersive program offers a perfect balance of traditional yogic wisdom and modern teaching techniques. This yoga teacher training is designed for yoga enthusiasts, seekers, and aspiring teachers from around the globe who wish to deepen their personal practice, understand the essence of yoga philosophy, and gain the confidence to teach authentically.
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Highlights
- Certificate of completion
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions
- One Himalayas trip Sunday funday
- Every Saturday Satsang (spiritual gathering)
- One full-body massage
- Usage of an in-house library and unlimited high-speed wifi
- Coursebook, course manual, and cleansing materials
- 24 nights accommodation with three daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
24 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Shopping
- Spa
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Lobby
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- ATM / banking
- Bicycle rental
- Car rental
- Convenience / grocery store
- Currency exchange
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
Buddha Retreat's retreat is thoughtfully designed to offer a serene and comfortable environment for all guests. The property features a harmonious blend of traditional charm and modern amenities, supporting your inner journey with external ease.
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Environmentally conscious property
- Lush garden and open terrace
- Peaceful yoga shala and well-equipped yoga studio
- Comfortable lounge and welcoming lobby
- Smoke-free environment
- Free Wi-Fi and internet access
- Laundry service and paid dry cleaning
- On-site medical assistance available
- Tour and travel assistance
- Free on-site parking
- Multilingual staff for global guests
Rooms
Buddha Retreat offers clean, comfortable, and peaceful accommodation ideal for relaxation and spiritual practice. Guests may choose between private (single) and shared rooms, each thoughtfully maintained and equipped with:
- Attached private bathrooms with hot & cold water supply (24/7)
- Comfortable bedding and daily housekeeping
- Proximity to local markets and cafes
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Optional laundry services (available at an extra cost)
Whether you're seeking quiet solitude or shared space with fellow travelers, the rooms are designed to support rest and rejuvenation.
Program
In this 200-hour yoga teacher course, you will be introduced to the philosophy of yoga as has been handed down by a long lineage of spiritual leaders and gurus. Meditation, also known as Raja yoga, the King of Yoga is the ultimate purpose of all yoga. To prepare your body for this, you will learn: Hatha yoga, alignment, mudras, pranamaya and shatkriyas. Mantras are instruments of the mind and there will be a deep emphasis on these in order to make you into an excellent educator, classes will also be taught on teaching methodology which will explain to you how to design, sequence, and conduct a lesson.
- Preparations for the classroom
- Qualities of a teacher and types of students
- Listening, presence, directive and non-directive dialogue
- How to sequence the class
- Importance of demonstrations
- How to instruct students to enter and hold asanas
- Design and layout of a lesson plan
Hatha Yoga
What is Hatha yoga? Ha refers to the right side of your body (Sun) and Tha refers to the left side of your body (Moon). On a physical level, the purpose of Hatha Yoga is to create a balance between the left and the right side of your body, a balance between the sun and moon's influences on your life. What you will learn:
- 21-step Surya namaskar cycle with mantra awareness for each step
- Upa yoga/ sukshma vyama (yoga to lubricate the joints and stimulate the glands)
- Standing asanas
- Sitting asanas
- Kneeling asanas
- Prone asanas
- Supine asanas
- Inversion asanas
- Benefits and contradictions of asanas
Alignment
- How to correctly enter, center, adjust, hold, adjust and exit a pose
- Fundamentals of forward extensions, backward extensions, and twisting asanas
- Variations of basic asanas
- Limitations, contradictions, and benefits of yoga asanas
- How to correct/adjust postures verbally and by touching
Pranayama
- What is prana and what are the 5 types of prana?
- Apana prana, samana, prana, udana prana, vyana prana and prana prana
- Chest breathing versus diaphragmatic breathing
- What is pranayama and what are the 7 main pranayama practices (kapalbhati, bhastrika, brahmari, sheetali, seetkari, nadi shodana, ujjayi)
- What are nadis? channels through which energy prana flows
- Ida, sushmana and pingala
- Introduction to bhandas: mula bhanda, uddiyan bhanda, jalandar bhanda and maha bahanda
Anatomy and Physiology
- What is yogic anatomy and physiology?
- Introduction to the respiratory system and yogic breathing
- How do pranayama practices connect to the digestive and immune system?
- Muscular system: types of muscle contractions and how asanas affect the muscular system
- Types of joints, how asanas affect joints, and how to avoid injury whilst doing asanas
- The structure of the spine, the effect of asanas on the spine, and its movement during asanas
- What are the 5 layers, sheaths, and dimensions of existence (koshas) of the body and their associated psychological and physiological states?
- Going from gross to subtle: annamaya kosha, pranayama kosha, manomaya kosha, vijanamamaya kosha, and anandamaya kosha, collectively known as panchakosha
- Introduction to chakras
Mudras
- Types of mudras
- Importance of mudras
- Physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of mudras
Meditation
Meditation is an inner journey. Meditation is to take your awareness from your gross to your subtlest body.
Yoga Philosophy/Yoga Darshana
- What is yoga/ the purpose of yoga? union, harmony, samadhi, consciousness and enlightenment
- The four paths of yoga: jnana, bhakti, karma and raja yoga
- Eight limbs/eight-fold path of yoga as per Sage Patanjali (ashtanga: yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dhyana, dharana and samadhi)
- Introduction and brief overview of yoga sutras by Sage Pantanjali
- Chapter 1: Samadhi pada
- Chapter 2: Sadhana pada
- Chapter 3: Vibhuti pada
- Chapter 4: Kaivalya pada
- The five states of mind: kshipta, vikshipta, mudha, ekagra and nirodhah
- The four faculties of the mind field: ahamkara, buddhi, chitta and manas
Mantras
- Mantras are instruments of the mind
- Verses repeated over and over to train the mind, silence the mind, invoke energy, express gratitude
- There are many mantras, each used for different occasions and circumstances based on the emotion, need and intention of he/she expressing it
- Significance of Om - A U M Guru Mantra – mantra for universal masters to bless
- Aum Gurur Brahma, Gurur Vishnu
- Opening mantra - Aum Sahana Vavatu
- Sage Patanjali mantra - Vandhe Gurunum Charanara Vinde
- Closing mantra/realization mantra - Aum Asato Maa Sad-Gamaya
- The completeness mantra - Aum Purrnam Adah, Purrnam Idam
- Meal prayer - Aum Brahma Arpanam Surya Namaskar Mantra
Shatkriyas (yogic practices to cleanse the internal organs)
- What are the 6 yogic practices used to remove waste from the internal organs that are not removed through regular means? ( kapalbhati, trataka, neti, dhouti, nauli and vasti)
- Kapalbhati - stimulating the brain cells
- Trataka - eye exercises
- Neti - upper nasal track
- Dhouti - cleansing the Intestine
- Nauli - abdominal muscle and viscera
- Vasti - cleansing the bowels
Daily schedule
- 06:00 - 06:30 Shatkarma and Ayurvedic detox drink
- 06:30 - 07:00 Pranayama
- 07:00 - 08:00 Hatha yoga class – Alignment, Adjustment, Surya Namaskar, detailed explanation of each asana and benefits
- 08:00 - 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:00 Meditation
- 11:00 Madhuram drink
- 11:30 - 12:30 Kirtan/Bhajan mantra chanting
- 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch time
- 13:30 - 14:00 Rest time/self-study
- 14:00 - 15:00 Sound healing
- 15:00 Fresh fruit or vegetable juice
- 15:30 - 16:30 Ashtanga/Vinyasa yoga class – alignment, adjustment, Surya Namaskar, detailed explanation of each asana and benefits
- 16:30 Ayurvedic detox herbal drink
- 16:45 - 17:45 Meditation
- 18:00 - 19:00 Philosophy/anatomy
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
- 20:00 - 21:00 Optional interaction time (ecstatic dance, jam session, bonfire celebration, movie time, mystical arts, storytelling, Shiva–Shakti circle, tarot reading)
- 21:00 Bedtime
- Sunday is a OFF day.
Included excursions
Explore and enjoy one Sunday funday trip in the Himalayas.
Instructors
Dev Rishi
Dev Rishi is a 200-hour Hatha-Ashtanga yoga teacher and is one of the instructors at Buddha Retreat.
Location
Nestled beside the sacred Ganga River, the location offers an unparalleled setting where nature’s serenity envelops you at every turn. Surrounded by lush greenery, towering trees, and the majestic mountains of the Himalayas, the atmosphere is vibrant yet profoundly peaceful. The soothing sound of the river’s gentle flow is ever-present, creating a tranquil backdrop perfect for meditation and self-reflection.
Every moment here allows you to unwind amid the fresh mountain air, blooming flowers, and birdsong, making it an ideal sanctuary for spiritual growth and deep connection with nature. Whether walking along riverside pathways or practicing yoga with panoramic views, you'll experience a harmonious blend of pristine wilderness and spiritual inspiration.
Food
They serve delicious vegetarian food and are happy to accommodate the needs of the students by serving gluten-free and/or vegan food. If you have any specific dietary conditions such as food allergies, etc., they will be happy to prepare special food for you. The food is prepared in a loving and spiritual manner to ensure that you receive every benefit from the food you take. Truly fresh ingredients, organic vegetables, and fruit are used wherever possible. Three meals are served on a single day. The food menu is prepared by taking into consideration a balanced nutritional diet.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
Exclusive Gifts
buddharetreat has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
One Rafting Tour
Things to do (optional)
- Adventure activities
- Spa
- Sightseeing
- Jungle safari
- Ayurvedic therapies
- Vedic astrology consultation
- Music classes
Spa treatments
Make the most of this retreat treat yourself to a spa or massage treatment, for an additional cost.
What's included
- 24 nights' accommodation with hot water, attached bathroom and toilet
- Unlimited free high-speed Wi-Fi internet connection
- 3 nutritious vegetarian meals and teas daily
- Course book and course manual
- Cleansing materials like a Neti pot, a rubber tube, etc.
- One Himalayas trip Sunday funday
- Every Saturday Satsang (spiritual gathering)
- One full-body massage
- Usage of in house library
Included Exclusive Gifts
One Rafting Tour
One rafting tour will be provided
What's not included
- Flight ticket
- Airport transfers
- GST
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 80 per person
Chandigarh Airport
159 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 80 per person
Indira Gandhi International Airport
209 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
You can book your flight to arrive at Dehradun Airport (DED) or Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). buddharetreat provides pick-up service from Dehradun Airport and Indira Gandhi International Airport at some additional cost.
Arrival by taxi
Taking a taxi from Delhi to Rishikesh is worth considering, as it is connected to other cities via the National Highway 58, which is in good condition for most of the year. buddharetreat can organize a taxi for you, They always work with the same taxi company and drivers. The drive from Delhi to Rishikesh would take approximately 5 to 6 hours. The approximate fare from New Delhi is around 68 EUR (between 5,000 and 6,000 INR), depending on the season and time of the day. If you arrive on the 2nd, like most students, you might be able to share the taxi and the taxi cost with someone else.
Arrival by bus
Being a popular tourist destination, Rishikesh has a good network of buses connecting it with important places such as Haridwar, Dehradun, and New Delhi. Buses depart in the morning and late evening from the Kashmere Gate ISBT, New Delhi for Rishikesh every day. You can choose from a regular, deluxe, or luxurious coach.
Arrival by train
The nearest railhead to Rishikesh is in Haridwar, which is approximately 25 kilometers away. Haridwar, in turn, is linked to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Varanasi. Some of the popular trains are Shatabadi Express, Jan Shatabdi, AC Special Express, and Mussoorie Express. For those making the journey to Rishikesh, it is advisable to take the train to Haridwar and then either take a bus or hire a taxi to Rishikesh. While the bus would take about 45 minutes, the taxi would take you to Rishikesh in about half an hour.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 26% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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