24 Day 200-Hour Affordable Multi Style YTTC With Emotional Healing in Rishikesh, India
Yoga Teacher Training in India
Rishikesh is considered the hub for various yoga training classes and centers. It is one of the beautiful destinations which offer yoga aspirants certified yoga training courses. The beauty of the Ganga and the texture of spirituality make Rishikesh an ideal place to learn the science of yoga. Rishikesh Yoga Association offers you the best place to learn yoga in India. Yoga is referred to as the blend of body and mind in human life. You can easily accomplish a peaceful state of mind along with a healthy body by performing yoga regularly.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Daily Ashtanga and Hatha class
- Daily yoga alignment and meditation, yoga philosophy and anatomy class
- Introduction of Ayurveda yoga
- Trips to spiritual destinations
- Free sound healing session
- Daily fresh and healthy organic sattvik meals
- 23 nights accommodation
- Ancient Himalayan temple visit
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
23 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Shopping
- Café
- Environmentally friendly
- Luggage room / storage
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- ATM / banking
- Bicycle rental
- Car rental
- Child care
- Convenience / grocery store
- Currency exchange
- Dry cleaning
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Tour assistance
- Wireless internet
Students will be staying at Rishikesh Yoga Association during the course period. The school is privileged with a location that is close to the famous Laxman Jhula bridge and the local market of Rishikesh. They have twin shared rooms and private rooms for the students who will be staying here during the course. The rooms are spacious, bright, and outward-facing rooms. The room comes with two separate beds in twin shared accommodation and a big single bed in private accommodation.
Both categories of rooms are fully equipped with an attached bathroom with a western toilet and hot shower, a balcony with a mountain view, and an independent entrance. Students are offered a bed sheet, pillow cover, towel, toilet paper, blanket, and high-speed Wi-Fi during their course of stay.
Program
Certifications
Students who complete this training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT).
Course overview
The texture of spirituality and the beauty of the Ganges make Rishikesh an ideal place to learn the science of yoga. More than this, it lets you connect with the yogi community, live a peaceful and healthy life, or if you want to escape in the retreat of silence, then also Rishikesh is the finest place for this.
200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is the first level of the yoga course. The course is much preferable among yoga aspirants and lovers around the world.
The 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh will carve your inner yogic skills and talent as a proficient yoga guru. After the completion of the course, you will find yourself more confident and more talented than before. These 24 days will make you habitual to the life of a yogi, a life where peace is the real aim.
What you will get from this course
It's not easy to define in words what you will earn with the mastery of yoga; still, these are just a few rewards you can get with the 200-hour yoga teacher training course.
- A strength to adapt more
- A master-level knowledge and understanding of yoga
- Peace of mind
- A healthy body
- A happy soul
- A cheerful life
- A method, style, or manner to conduct a yoga class
- A rewarding gift of yoga
- A blissful yoga journey
A glimpse of yogic life
Without letting any second thought ruin your dream, come to the yoga capital of the world and gain the finest knowledge of yoga with the master-level yoga course and 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh at Rishikesh Yoga Association.
Course syllabus
Shatkarma (cleaning process)
- Introduction of shatkarma
- Jal neti and sutra neti
- Eye cleaning (trataka and eyes cups)
- Kapalbhati
Ashtanga yoga asanas and their adjustment
- Surya Namaskar A
- Surya Namaskar B
- Full Primary Series: Padangusthasana
- Padahasthasana
- UtthitaTrikonasana
- ParivrttaTrikonasana
- UtthitaParsvakonasana
- PrasaritaPadottanasana A B C, and D Parsvottanasana
- EkaPadaPadangusthasana A B C, and D
- ArdhaBaddhaPadmottanasanaUtkatasana
- Virabhadrasana A and B
- Dandasana
- Paschimottanasana A B C, and D Purvattanasana
- ArdhaBaddha Padma Uttanasana
- TriangMukaikapadaPashimottanasana
- JanuSirsasana A B, and C
- Marichyasana A B C, and D
- Navasana
- Bhujapidasana
- Kurmasana
- SuptaKurmasana
- GarbhaPindasana
- Kukkutasana
- BaddhaKonasana A and B
- Konasana
- UpavishtaKonasana
- SuptaKonasana
- SuptaPadangusthasana A and B
- UbhayaPadanghusthasana
- UrdhvaMukhaPashimottanasana
- SetuBandhasana
- UrdhvaDhanurasana
- SalambaSarvangasana
- Halasana
- Karnapidasana
- UrdhvaPindasana
- Matsyasana
- UrdhvaPadmasana
- Sirsasana
- UrdhvaDandasana
- BaddhaPadmasana
- Yogimudra
- Uplutih
- Savasana
Vinyasa Flow (postures)
- On your feet yogasanas
- Seated Vinyasa sequences
- Seated posterior stretch sequences
- On one leg yogasanas
- The supine sequence
- The bow pose sequence
- The triangle pose sequence
- The inverted posture sequence
- Meditative pose sequence
- Viseha Vinyasa karma
Hatha yoga asanas and their adjustment
- Dynamic postures: pawanmuktasana series, marjala asana, vyaghrasana, surya namaskar
- Standing postures: tadasana, utkatasana, padhastasana, trikonasana, parivrttatrikonasana, parshwakonasana, parivrttaparshwakonasana, veerbhadrasana I, veerbhadrasana II, veerbhadrasana III, ardhchandrasana, parsvottanasana, prasaritapadottanasana.
- Inverted postures: sirsasana, sarvangasana, halasana, pinchamayurasana, adhomukhavrkshasana.
- Twisting postures: ardhmatsyendra asana, parivrittijanusirshasana, kati chakrasana.
- Back bend postures: bhujangasana, shalabhasana, dhanurasana, matsyasana, ushtrasana, kandhrasana, chakrasana, gomukhasana, setu asana, rajkapotasana.
- Forward bend postures: paschimotanasana, janusirasana, ardhpadampaschimotanasana, padprasarpaschimotanasana, adhomukhasvanasana.
- Balancing postures: vrkshasana, bakdhayan asana, mayurasana, natraj asana, garudasana, relaxation postures, shashankasana, makarasana, savasana
Pranayama
- Introduction of pranayama
- Importance of pranayama
- Yogic breathing technics for increasing awareness
- Benefits of pranayama
- Different pranayama and general guidelines
- Nadi sodhana pranayama
- Bhramari pranayama
- Sheetali and sheetkari
- Ujjayi pranayama
Mudras
- Introduction of yogic mudra
- Jnana and chin mudra
- Yoni mudra
- Bhairava mudra
- Shambhavi mudra
- Nasikagra mudra
- Prana mudra
- Maha mudra
- Maha vedha mudra
- Different mudras for better health
- Mudra for concentration
- Common mudras for daily use
Bandhas
- Introduction of bandha
- Uddiyana bandha
- Jalandhar bandha
- Mula bandha
- Maha bandha
Yoga philosophy
- Introduction to yoga
- Its philosophy and evolution
- Concept of Hatha yoga
- Different practices of Hatha yoga
- Introduction to Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- Importance of discipline in the path of yoga
- Definition of yoga and its purpose
- Vrittis (mental fluctuations) and their classification
- Consistent practice and non-attachment (Abhayasa and Vairagya)
- Obstacles and distractions on the path of yoga (concepts of citta-viksepa and antaraya)
- Ashtanga yoga - Yama, Niyama
- Asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyan, samadhi
- Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas (Triguna)
- Introduction to Panchkosha
- Lives of yogis (Inspiring stories)
Meditation
- Introduction to meditation and concentration
- Breathing Awareness Meditation
- Tips for developing concentration
- Bahir and Antar Trataka
- Anapansati (breath observation)
- Antarmouna (silence practice)
- Third eye meditation
- Mantra meditation
- Yoga Nidra
- Inner visualization
Mantra chanting
- What is the mantra and benefits of chanting mantra?
- Shanti mantra (mantra of peace)
- Guru mantra (mantra for guru)
- YogenaCittasya (Sloka on sage Patanjali)
- Hare rama, Hare Krishna (Maha mantra)
Anatomy
- What is yoga anatomy
- Importance of yoga anatomy
- Importance of joint movement
- How to improve flexibility
- Type of injuries & suggestions
- Circulatory system
- Anatomy of ankle joint, muscle, injuries & improvements
- Anatomy of knee joint, muscle, injuries & improvements
- Anatomy of hip joint, muscle, injuries & improvements
- Anatomy of spine joint, muscle, injuries & improvements
- Anatomy of shoulder joint, muscle, injuries & improvements
- Physiology & therapeutic benefit of shatkarma
- Introduction to Ayurveda
Teaching methodology
- Positive and conscious communication friendship and trust
- Time management
- Qualities of a teacher, principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting the use of voice in class mental and emotional preparation for teaching class preparation step-by-step class structure planning
Evaluation is based on
- Written test
- Asana practical test
- Attendance
- Performance
- Behavior
Sample daily schedule
- 06:30 - 07:30 Pranayama
- 07:45 - 09:15 Hatha yoga
- 09:15 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:00 Yoga anatomy
- 11:30 - 12:30 Yoga philosophy
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 16:15 - 17:45 Ashtanga Vinyasa
- 18:00 - 19:00 Meditation & mantra chanting
- 19:15 - 20:00 Dinner
- 22:00 Lights off
All classes are mandatory for students. In case of illnesses or emergencies, the student can take leave with due permission from the concerned teacher. Leaves without reasons won't be accepted and this will severely affect the monthly performance of the student.
Included excursions
- Himalayan trip
- Waterfall
- Ganga Aarti
Instructors
Yogi Mohit Ji
Yogacharya Mohit Ji is a charismatic and insightful yoga philosophy teacher from Rishikesh, known for blending ancient yogic wisdom with modern understanding. Deeply connected to the ashram lifestyle since his teenage years, his journey has been guided by a sincere spiritual quest to learn, experience, and share the deeper essence of yoga and self-awareness. He holds three master’s degrees — in Yogic Science, Philosophy, and Counseling Psychology — reflecting his integrated approach to body, mind, and spirit. With over 11+ years of teaching experience in India and abroad.
Yogi Harmindra Ji
Yogi Harmindra Ji is enthusiastic about spreading knowledge with honor to yoga and other fields like motionless life disorder, posture imbalance, and physical therapy. Being registered as a 500-hour registered yoga teacher (RYT), He is an anatomy and physiology teacher. He has done a master's in yoga from one of the most famous Universities called Dev Sanskriti University, Haridwar near Rishikesh. He has experience in the various aspects of yoga therapy and anatomy. Being a Rishikesh local, he has been practicing yoga since childhood and teaching for more than 12 years.
Yogi Om Prakash Ji
Yogi Om Prakash Ji, lovingly called O.P. by his students, is a dedicated teacher of Applied Yoga Anatomy who seamlessly integrates traditional yogic wisdom with modern anatomical knowledge. Born and raised in Rishikesh, the spiritual heart of yoga, his teachings are deeply rooted in the rich heritage of yogic culture and supported by a profound understanding of the body's mechanics. His approach emphasizes alignment, injury prevention, and functional movement, offering a transformative way to deepen one's practice.
Yogi Vikas Ji
Yogi Vikas Ji is the pranayama, mantra, and shatkarma teacher. He specializes in teaching pranayama and also facilitates yogic cleansing for all students. He also holds a master's degree in yogic science from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University. With years of experience in learning and teaching, he has become a master of advanced pranayama skills. His techniques are particularly beneficial for people suffering from psychological issues. Those who have attended his classes have noticed a visible improvement in their health in a short period.
Yogi Abhishek Negi Ji
Yogi Abhishek Ji is an experienced Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher with the sublime knowledge of Pranayama and Yogic science. Yogi Abhishek Ji is a master of the various styles of yoga, such as Ashtanga, Hatha, Iyengar and Acro. He is fully committed to the expansion of techniques of true yoga to the different parts of the world. He has been actively participating in yoga classes from the age of 15. He is a certified teacher in yogic science from the reputed Uttarakhand Sanskrit University. He conducted several yoga classes ranging from beginner to advanced level yoga courses .
Yogi Ankit Ji
Yogi Ankit Ji started learning the ethics and moral values under the Guidance of His father at a very early age of 4-5. His father taught and made him practice karma and bhakti yoga from his childhood. He has completed his master's from Garhwal University in English literature. From the beginning, he was a keen student of Yoga too. He has studied and practiced Yoga and Ayurveda with different teachers and masters. He studied in Kriya Yoga Ashram and was initiated in kriya yoga by the Swami Shankranda Giri ji. He studied at Yoga Vedanta Forest Academy in Sivananda Ashram.
Yogi Joshan Ji
Yogi Joshan Ji has done his masters in yogic science from the renowned yoga University of Haridwar. He specializes in teaching pranayama and also facilitates yogic cleansing for all students. With years of experience in learning and teaching, he has become a master of advanced pranayama skills. This is the reason he has been to various countries around the globe to spread his knowledge globally. His techniques are particularly beneficial for people suffering from psychological issues. Those who have attended his classes have noticed visible improvement in their health in a short period of time
Location
The entire vibe and energy of Rishikesh are apt for wholesome transformations through yoga. The town is blessed with abundant natural beauty as it is settled at the foothills of the Great Himalayas. The Rishikesh Yoga Association campus is situated in the Tapovan area which is the prime location to practice yoga in Rishikesh. Surrounded by lush green trees, the fresh breeze coming straight from the mountains is in itself a dose of positive energy.
What makes Rishikesh the best place for yoga is the presence of the holy Ganges River flowing right through its heart. When the whole ambiance is so pure and revitalizing, the yogic journey becomes even more fruitful. The school offers the best views of the Himalayan Mountains, and the majestic Ganges are just within walking distance from the school. Thus, taking you a step closer to nature during your yoga teacher training in Rishikesh. You might even spot some beautiful birds and animals like cows or squirrels around the school, giving you an experience of harmony and peaceful co-existence. Alongside impeccable training, the staff at Rishikesh Yoga Association is dedicated to providing all the students a comfortable and enjoyable stay. From rooms to food, the staff takes care of everything like that for a family.
Food
Yoga is about bringing a positive change in your body and mind, thereby bringing an overall transformation. Yoga is not just limited to your yoga hall; it also extends to your dining table. Hence, it is important to maintain a healthy diet. The food provided at the yoga center is fully vegetarian, not vegan. You will need to inform the school in advance so their chef can prepare food for you, especially in case of any other dietary requirement. For this, please send an inquiry.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Other dietary requirements on request
Exclusive Gifts
Rishikesh Yoga Association has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
Free Pick up From Dehradun Airport (DED)
Free Aerial Yoga Session
Things to do (optional)
These activities are not included in the package but Rishikesh Yoga Association can arrange them upon request:
- River rafting - the most popular thing to do in Rishikesh
- Bungee jumping
- Camping and bonfire
- Mountain biking
- Flying fox
- Cliff jumping
- Trekking
- Rappelling and rock climbing
- Kayaking
- Ayurvedic massage and therapies
- Parasailing and paragliding
- Ganga Arti
- Experience the traditional Indian culture
- Cafe hopping
What's included
- Daily Ashtanga and Hatha class
- Daily yoga alignment and meditation class
- Daily yoga philosophy and yoga anatomy class
- Body purification techniques
- Introduction of Ayurveda yoga
- Ancient breathing techniques
- Trips to spiritual destinations
- Introduction pancha bhuta and tridosha
- Kirtan session
- Beach yoga session
- Acro - Partner yoga session
- Course material
- High-speed Wi-Fi internet connection
- Cleansing materials like neti pot, rubber tube, etc
- Daily fresh and healthy organic sattvik meals
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- Mother Ganges pooja ceremony
- Teaching practice and methodology
- 23 nights accommodation
- Ancient Himalayan temple visit
- Sound healing session
Included Exclusive Gifts
Free Pick up From Dehradun Airport (DED)
Free Pick up From Dehradun Airport (DED)
Free Aerial Yoga Session
Free Aerial Yoga Session
What's not included
- Air conditioner
- Room heater
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Jolly Grant Airport
14 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 60 per person
Indira Gandhi International Airport
209 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), the closest and most convenient airport for you to fly to. If you are visiting India for the first time, then it is better for you to take a flight to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun (a city nearby), and from there, the transfer is included in the price.
Delhi airport to Rishikesh by car is a 6-hour journey. Rishikesh Yoga Association has a transportation package for 120 USD, which will cover your airport pick-up, transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh (by car), and after completion of the course transfer back from Rishikesh to Delhi. One-way transportation, i.e. Delhi airport to Rishikesh, is also available for 60 USD. In case your flight arrives late at night and you want to stay overnight in Delhi, the airport pick-up cost will be 25 USD, and reasonably good accommodation at a hotel in Delhi can be arranged for 40 or 50 USD.
Their travel arrangements are executed under the supervision of professionals, and they are always ready with a backup plan, in case of emergencies. For more information, you can send an inquiry to the Rishikesh Yoga Association.
Arrival by train
Another good option is to travel by train (airport to New Delhi train station by car, then to Haridwar station, and from Haridwar station to Rishikesh by car). Travel by bus is quite cheap but a bit inconvenient for first-time visitors.
GPS
30.1323145506, 78.3225516404.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% 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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