Top Yoga Teacher Training Courses in India to Transform Your Life

Joining a yoga teacher training course in India, the place where yoga was born, offers a chance to learn from the best instructors. And while such an experience is going to transform your life, for western visitors, this Asian country could be quite overwhelming.

Before you set off on this amazing adventure, make sure to be well-informed so the culture shock won’t take you by surprise and you’ll be able to focus on the positive experiences.

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Once you’ve learned more about the culture, it’s time to choose a destination for your teacher training course. In a vast country, you’ll be able to find top-notch yoga training almost anywhere in India. However, the styles vary according to the region and the instructors. This is why choosing the right course for you depends on your needs and preferences.

For example, if you want to be truly immersed in all aspects of yoga, on or off the mat, you’ll likely enjoy training in Rishikesh. A traditional approach can be found in Goa, as well, but the style of teaching is more laid back. 

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With so many courses to choose from, it can be hard to narrow down your search. To help you find the right program, in this article, we are sharing the top yoga teacher training courses in India.

29-Day 300-Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training in Goa

• Price: from US$1,110 for 28 nights
• Availability: All Year Round
• Location: Goa
• Instruction level: All levels
• Certification: Yoga Alliance

Have you already completed a 200-hours course and want to work towards your 500-hours certification? 

This Yoga Teacher Training that takes place in Arambol, Goa might be your best bet. Surrounded by nature, this program provides a holistic experience and also a serene environment that’s perfect for elevating your yoga journey. 

You’ll have the option to stay in either a shared dorm or a private single room. You’ll be housed in beautiful huts that fully encapsulate the sustainable and organic lifestyle that you are about to enter. 

This teacher training program is an extensive course that provides you with an in-depth understanding of asanas, pranayama, meditation, anatomy, yoga philosophy, and teaching methodology. 

Your day typically starts at 7 am with mantra and pranayama practices and continues with lectures and workshops that are centered around different styles of yoga (Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, & Sound Healing, etc.). Lights out is at 10 pm and every Sunday, you have the free time to explore nearby areas around your accommodation. 

The package includes three daily Sattvic vegetarian meals that follow the Ayurvedic principle (except for Sundays, where participants are encouraged to self-cater).

The closest airport is Manohar International Airport (GOX) and the transfer is available for an additional cost. 

28-Day 200-Hour Holistic Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

• Price: from US$675 for 27 nights
• Availability: All Year Round
• Location: Rishikesh
• Instruction level: Beginner and Intermediate
• Certification: Yoga Alliance

Nestled in the heart of Rishikesh, this program is designed to help you cultivate self-discipline, self-control, stamina, endurance, and resilience, while also teaching you the basic principles of yoga.

Surrounded by beautiful green gardens and forests, Pyramid Yogshala, a peaceful haven offers private and shared rooms, each with its own private bathroom, clean bedsheets, pillows, bath towels, toilet paper, and blankets. Some rooms even feature a balcony with stunning views of the garden and the Ganga River.

Your day starts at 5:30 a.m. and ends at 7 p.m. You will be joining with a variety of classes on meditation, mantra chanting, shatkriya (cleansing process), Hatha yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga, anatomy, and yoga philosophy, among others. 

You'll also get the chance to participate in exciting activities like a day of hiking in the Himalayas and a relaxing picnic, a local market tour in Rishikesh, and an Ayurveda Indian cooking class.

Daily freshly-made vegetarian meals are also included in the package.

Please note to book your flight to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). The airport transfer can be booked in advance for an additional cost.

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59-Day 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

• Price: from US$2,099 for 58 nights
• Availability: January to October 2022
• Location: Rishikesh
• Instruction level: All levels
• Certification: Yoga Alliance

Do you have two months to dedicate to learning to teach yoga? This 500-hour program has been designed to assist you in walking the path of yoga and is one of the best ways to develop a deep understanding of the yoga practice and become certified.

This teacher training is suitable for all levels of experience, and it will help you find your dominant style. Once you complete it, though, you’ll be an expert teacher.

Upon enrolment, you’ll be sent all books and other study materials to read before you attend the course. Also, you’ll have access to an online 50-hour preparatory course for free.

You’ll stay at the accommodation provided by the World Peace Yoga School. You may choose between private and shared rooms. The school has a dining area, a yoga hall, and open areas. It is located close to shops, cafes, restaurants, ATMs, and more.

The curricula comprise both the 200-hour and 300-hour yoga teacher training courses. Your day starts at 5:30 a.m. and ends at 9 p.m. (with dinner). You’ll join daily yoga classes, pranayama and meditation sessions, as well as workshops about anatomy, philosophy, and more.

You’ll have time to self-study and practice teaching.

Every Sunday, on your free day, you’ll go on excursions that are included in the package. You’ll visit places such as the Kunjapuri Temples, Beatles Ashram, Parmarth Nikethan, Tapovan Nilakantha Cave, and Vashishta Cave.

Every Thursday, in the afternoon, you’ll be able to take the studying to different places, such as other ashrams, temples, gardens, or the beach.

Three vegetarian meals each day are included in the package (except on Sundays, when only breakfast is served at the school). Herbal tea, water, and detox juices are also available for the students.

Kindly book your flight to Jolly Grant Airport (DED). The transfer to the ashram is included in the price. You may also fly into Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). In this case, the transfer is available for an additional fee.

Featured photo credit: Satya Loka

*All prices are valid at the time of publication and are not guaranteed. They are subject to change without notice.

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