25 Day 200-Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh
Join this yoga teacher training certification in Rishikesh, India, which aims to lead you in the path of self-awakening, rising above from the material world. For all those who are in the quest of eternal peace and harmony, you can take the benefits from this course to get even more immense benefits. This course will not only help you to come out of your pre-defined mental boundaries, but it will also open up your intellect and conscious receptors to receive divine bliss!
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Daily yoga classes
- Ganga beach meditation
- Alignment and adjustment of yoga poses
- Exciting weekend excursions to the Himalayas
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- 24 nights accommodation in a beautiful isolated place
- 3 daily nutritious vegetarian meals and tea
- Free pick up from Dehradun Airport
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
24 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Smoke-free property
- Special menu request
- Yoga studio
- Library
- Tour assistance
You will be offered deluxe clean room with western facilities at Samadhi Yoga Ashram. An attached bathroom and toilet will be in the room. There are air-conditioned rooms with an extra electricity fee (100 USD). If you want private accommodation, you should request for it earlier. There will be an extra charge of 150 USD for the private accommodation.
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Outline of syllabus
Under guided instructions and influence of ashram lifestyle, the practitioners can feel like rejuvenated selves after completion of this 200-hour holistic yoga teacher training certification. Moreover, all the successful disciples who complete this teacher training can undertake yoga teaching as a career option and spread the essence of yoga worldwide.
This certification program has been designed with acute care so as to make the disciples understand the core essence of Samadhi yoga and its immense benefits. This program is capable of developing a person at his or her intellect level and awakening their minds to embrace the bliss of the divine.
With highly revered spiritual masters at Samadhi Yoga Ashram, Rishikesh, this will ensure the best teaching and guidance so as to create a yoga teacher in every disciple and develop his conceptual clarity about ancient yogic practices and associated principles.
An engaging approach for better conceptual pellucidity, this course has been designed to offer an engaging approach of learning for every practitioner. They emphasize practical aspects of Samadhi yoga in order to reap the maximum benefits of this divine process.
With this practical exposure, Samadhi Yoga Ashram also envisages bringing a person closer to his inner peace of mind and leading them in an enlightened path of spiritual awakening. Highly celebrated trainers, who are all integral to the program in India, offer the best guidance and teachings to make the principles simple and easily understandable. The simplified teaching process with highly positive results makes Samadhi Yoga Ashram the best yoga school in Rishikesh for a 200-hour holistic Samadhi yoga teacher training certification.
Curriculum
Asana
Pavan muktasana (joints movements exercises or pre-yoga poses)
- Pawanmuktasana series 1
- Pawanmuktasana series 2
- Pawanmuktasana series 3
Warm up yoga salutation (preparation for Hatha)
- Sun salutation (meditative and Vinyasa)
- Moon salutation (meditative and Vinyasa)
Hatha yoga asana (yoga postures)
- Standing pose
- Sitting pose
- Kneeling pose
- Forward bending asana
- Backward bending asana
- Twisting asana
- Fire series asana
- Tadasana (palm tree pose)
- Triyak tadasana (swaying palm tree pose)
- Trikonasana (triangle pose)
- Parivirtatrikon asana (revolving triangle pose)
- Uttkatasana (chair pose)
- Virbhdrasana 1 (warrior 1)
- Virbhdrasana 2 (warrior 2)
- Virbhdrasana 3 (warrior 3)
- Ardha chandrasana (half-moon pose)
- Vriksasana (tree pose)
- Parvatasana (mountain pose)
- Adho mukha svanasana (downward facing dog)
- Kati chakrasana (waist rotating pose)
- Malasana (squatted yoga pose)
- Garudasana (eagle pose)
- Baddha konasana (bound angle pose)
- Rajkapoot asana (pigeon pose)
- Bhujanghasana (cobra pose)
- Urdhva mukha svanasana (upward facing dog)
- Matsyasana
- Setu bhandasana
- Utrasana
- Dhanurasana
- Salabhasana
- Supta virasana (reclining hero pose)
- Virasana (hero pose)
- Vajrasana (thunderbolt)
- Gomukhasana
- Balasana
- Dandasana
- Ardha matsyendrasana
Pranayama
- What are prana and pranayama?
- How prana flows in the body
- Types of major and sub-prana
- Pranayama and life span
- Prana healing
- Know how to breathe correctly
- Diaphragmatic breathing and qualities of breath
- Anatomy of pranayama
- Kapalbhati pranayama level I
- Bhastrika pranayama level I
- Bhramari pranayama level I
- Sitli and Sitkari pranayama without retention
- Yogic breathing level I (with sitting and supine position)
- Nadi sodhanam pranayama 1 (techniques)
Meditation
- What is meditation and what is not?
- Major meditation tradition
- How to sit in meditation
- How to breathe in meditation
- How to relax in meditation
- How to focus in meditation
- So-ham meditation
- Nadabrahma meditation
- Mantra meditation
Contemplation
- Buddha walk
- Contemplation on real self (Shivoham)
Yoga Nidra relaxation
- Mastering sleep through yoga Nidra
- Mastering death through yoga Nidra
- Complete relaxation practice
- Point-to-point yoga Nidra
Bandha (energy lock)
- What is energy blockages?
- Reasons blocking the energy and chakras
- Three major energy blockages
- Mula bandhas (root lock) level I
- Uddiyana bandha (abdominal lock) level I
- Jalandhar bandha (throat lock) level I
- Maha bandha (great lock) level I
Mudras (yogic gesture)
- What is mudra and its necessity in yoga?
- Mudras: The energy tranquilizer
- Jnana mudra
- Chin mudra
- Bhairava mudra
- Vishnu or pranayama mudra
Yoga philosophy
- Yoga tradition and the history of yoga
- The classical texts of yoga tradition
- Yoga Sutra of Patanjali by Raja Yoga
- Bhagavat Geeta by Lord Krishna
- What is Ashtanga yoga?
- Mind and its functions
- Chakras and Kundalini in yoga
- Hinduism: A way of living, not a religion
Alignment and adjustment of yoga poses
- Understanding the balance and imbalance of the body
- Alignment: An art to be free from injuries in yoga
- Helping the energy flow correctly in the nadis
- Adjusting poses is a part of yoga therapy
- Applying in all exercises
Mantra chanting
- Mantra’s what and why
- Origin of mantras and the Vedas
Four kinds of speech
- Gayatri mantra - Om bhur
- Shiva mantra - Om namah shivaya
- Guru mantra - Guru brahma
- Healing mantras - Maha mritunjaya
Yoga anatomy
- Understanding skeletal system for joints movements
- Function of muscular system in yoga
- Respiratory system and pranayama
- Spiritual anatomy
- Posture anatomy
Teaching methodology
- Role of the teacher in the class
- Sequencing the asana, pranayama, and meditation
Tantra practices
- Understanding what Tantra truly is
- Tantra breathing to awake Kundalini
Assessments
- Written test
- Oral test
- Attendance
- Performance
- Behavior
Disciplinary rules
- No-smoking and alcohol in the school
- If you are not having your meal any day, inform the kitchen three hours prior
- Respect your teacher and follow the rules
- Always be on time or you will not be permitted to join the class
- Before departure, return borrowed books, maps, or any goods
- Accommodation is provided only for participants, so if anyone else comes with you, do inform the school
- You have to be present in all scheduled program
Daily schedule
- 05:30 Morning bell
- 06:00 Hatha yoga
- 07:45 Pranayama
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Self-study
- 11:00 Yoga adjustment and alignment
- 12:15 Anatomy
- 13:30 Lunch
- 14:00 Rest and silence practice
- 15:00 Yoga philosophy
- 16:00 Kundalini / yoga therapy
- 17:15 Asana flow
- 18:45 Meditation
- 19:50 Dinner
- 21:00 Lights off
Included excursions
Sunday (in the morning)
- Himalayan sunrise tour
Thursday (half-day in the evening)
- Cave meditation tour
- Ganga Arati
Instructors
Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi
Vishnu was born in a Brahmin family in a village in the western region of Odisha. He was greatly influenced by his grandfather’s guidance in meditation. He is often seen serving food and water to wandering sadhus at the Radha-Krishna Temple constructed by his grandfather, to listen to their travel stories of spirituality. He is now famous in the spiritual circle as Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi. Yogi Vishnu has traveled extensively to deliver lecturers on spirituality, yoga, meditation, and inner-faith. At present, he is deeply dedicated to guiding disciples at Samadhi Yoga Ashram.
Yogi Ashutosh Ji
Ashutosh Mishra born and bought up in Rishikesh, known as the international capital of yoga. It was in his genes to enjoy and explore the great ancient art of yoga, and he is strongly rooted in Hatha yoga and Therapeutic yoga. His style is dynamic combination of intelligent sequencing and alignment for the body and health condition of the person. He was introduced to yoga at a very tender age. So his father enrolled him at the University of Patanjali. He spent three years at the University and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in yogic science.
Location
This yoga teacher training takes place in Rishikesh, known as the Yoga Capital of the World, nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas and along the sacred Ganges River. The peaceful and spiritual atmosphere makes it an ideal destination for deepening your yoga practice and inner journey.
Natural Surroundings
- Surrounded by the Himalayan mountains and lush greenery
- Close proximity to the holy Ganges River
- Fresh, clean air and a calm environment are ideal for meditation and self-reflection
Nearby Attractions
- Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan
- Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula suspension bridges
- Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)
- Local temples and spiritual centers
- River beaches and meditation spots
Local Experience
- Peaceful cafés offering healthy and organic food
- Local markets with handmade goods, clothing, and spiritual items
- Opportunity to explore traditional Indian culture and lifestyle
Accessibility
- Easily accessible from Dehradun Airport (Jolly Grant Airport)
- Well connected by road to Haridwar and nearby cities
- Taxi and local transport options are readily available
Features
Activities
- Cooking classes
- Cycling
- Health Club
- Hiking
- Hot tub / Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Mountain walking
- Reiki
- Sauna
- Shopping
- Spa
- Steam room
- Swimming
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Balcony
- Beach
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Meditation garden
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga studio
Services
- ATM / banking
- Beauty salon
- Car rental
- Currency exchange
- Free parking
- Free toiletries
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Library
- Mosquito net
- Newspapers
- Room cleaning
- Toiletries
- Wedding
- Wireless internet
Food
The price of the package includes three daily nutritious vegetarian meals, detox juice, and tea. Samadhi Yoga Ashram follows and promote vegetarianism. For those who eat gluten-free or vegan, there are options for that as well. You just need to inform the office once you arrive.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Yogic
Things to do (optional)
- Private yoga classes
- Personal meditation or pranayama sessions
- Reiki healing sessions
- Sound healing therapy sessions
- Astrology or palm reading consultations
- Taxi service for local sightseeing
- Guided tours to nearby temples and spiritual sites
- Adventure activities such as rafting and trekking
- Café visits and local market shopping in Rishikesh
Spa treatments
One Ayurvedic massage session is included in the course package. Any additional Ayurvedic treatments are available at an extra cost:
- Traditional full-body Abhyanga massage using herbal oils
- Shirodhara therapy for deep relaxation and stress relief
- Reflexology and therapeutic massage sessions
- Detox and rejuvenation therapies based on Ayurvedic principles
All treatments are conducted by experienced therapists using natural oils and traditional techniques. Advance booking is recommended for additional treatments to ensure availability
What's included
- Airport pick-up from Dehradun Airport (DED)
- Daily yoga classes
- Certificate of completion
- Free Ayurveda consultancy
- Free trauma sound healing session
- Evening Ganga beach meditation
- Free naturopathy treatment (mud bath)
- Free cooking class
- Free Himalayan tour
- Weekend excursions
- Use of course-related books
- Course material
- Yoga cleansing kit including neti pot and sutra neti
- Yoga bag
- 24 nights accommodation
- Free 24-hour Wi-Fi
- Daily nutritious vegetarian meals and tea
What's not included
- Drop off at Dehradun Airport (DED)
- Taxi pick up from the station
- Food outside the ashram
- Visa
- Airfare
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Massages
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Jolly Grant Airport
16 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 78 per person
Indira Gandhi International Airport
209 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Dehradun Airport (DED). Transfer from the airport is included. Transfer to this airport from the school is offered at an additional cost of 18 USD. Transfer from and to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is also offered at an additional cost of 72 USD. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is 250 kilometers from the ashram, but there is a direct flight to Dehradun Airport (DED) and from there by taxi is 15 kilometers.
Arrival by bus
You can also reach Rishikesh by bus from Interstate Bus Terminus at Delhi. Take a Volvo or any luxurious coaches from Delhi to Rishikesh, but a bus journey can be very tiring.
Arrival by train
You can also take the train from Delhi to Haridwar, which is 25 kilometers away from Rishikesh. Haridwar is linked to many major cities in India.
Arrival by taxi
You can request Samadhi Yoga Ashram for a taxi to take you directly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to the ashram, which costs 80 USD. Samadhi Yoga Ashram can also send a taxi to receive you from the bus terminus.
From Haridwar, you can hire a taxi or Samadhi Yoga Ashram can also send a taxi to receive you on request in advance. The taxi charges from Haridwar to Rishikesh will be 20 USD. You can also hire an auto-rickshaw for Lakshman Juhla, but then you have to walk across the Juhla until you arrive at the ashram premises.
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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