200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
4 Weeks · Residential · Traditional Hatha Yoga
About the 200 Hour Course
A 4-week residential 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India — $1,599 per person, following the RYT-200 curriculum standard, in a traditional Hatha Yoga ashram by the Ganga near Laxman Jhula.
Yoga teacher training is more than learning how to teach a class. It is an opportunity to deepen your own practice, understand the philosophy behind every technique, and experience yoga as a complete way of living. Each day combines āsana, prāṇāyāma, meditation, yogic philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, mantra, and self-study.
Dates & Fees
Accommodation & Fees
| Accommodation | Fee (per person) |
|---|---|
| Private Room | $1,599 |
| Twin Sharing | $1,299 |
| Triple Sharing | $999 |
All fees include accommodation, three sattvic meals daily and full tuition.
What This Training Gives You
Complete Yogic Knowledge
Philosophy, history and practice — āsana, prāṇāyāma and meditation studied at the root, not the surface.
A Deepened Practice
Daily guided practice refines your technique and builds a living connection with body and breath.
A Strong Foundation
The base for years of growth — and the prerequisite for advanced trainings.
Teach Anywhere
Graduate able to guide classes with clarity and confidence, wherever your path leads.
Personal Transformation
Ashram life encourages self-reflection and inner discipline — many students find peace, clarity and a new direction for life.
A Worldwide Community
Live and study alongside like-minded seekers from around the world — friendships and connections that continue long after the course.
Is This Course for You?
- Sincere beginners — no certification needed; dedication and willingness to learn matter most.
- Experienced practitioners ready to move from practising yoga to understanding it.
- Aspiring teachers taking the first formal step of the teaching path.
- Spiritual seekers drawn to meditation, self-enquiry and ashram discipline.
What You Will Study
Yoga Philosophy & Lifestyle
The Eight Limbs of Yoga · Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali · Bhagavad Gītā · ethics and lifestyle of a yoga teacher.
Hatha Yoga Āsana
Classical postures with alignment, stillness and breath awareness · sun salutations · standing poses, forward bends, back bends, twists and inversions · adjustments.
Prāṇāyāma & Meditation
Breath techniques from the Hatha Yoga Pradīpikā · japa and mantra chanting · silent meditation · yoga nidrā.
Anatomy & Physiology
Applied anatomy for safe teaching · the muscular-skeletal system · breath physiology · the yogic map of nāḍīs and chakras.
Teaching Methodology
The art of sequencing · lesson planning · voice and demonstration · teaching different levels · practicum with feedback.
The Art & Business of Teaching
Professional ethics · building your teaching path · sharing yoga with honesty.
A Day at the Ashram
| Time | Activity | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 05:30 – 06:00 | Wake up · herbal tea | 0:30 |
| 06:00 – 07:30 | Prāṇāyāma & chanting | 1:30 |
| 07:30 – 09:30 | Hatha Yoga āsana practice | 2:00 |
| 09:30 – 11:00 | Breakfast & rest | 1:30 |
| 11:00 – 13:00 | Yoga philosophy | 2:00 |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | Lunch & rest | 2:00 |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Anatomy / teaching methodology | 1:30 |
| 16:30 – 18:30 | Evening āsana practice | 2:00 |
| 18:30 – 19:30 | Meditation & satsang | 1:00 |
| 19:30 | Dinner & rest | — |
| Daily guided practice & study | 10:00 |
Before You Apply
18 years or older
The minimum age for residential training is 18.
Reasonable health & fitness
The course involves daily physical practice — please disclose injuries or conditions in advance.
Working English
Classes are conducted in English.
Openness to learn
Sincerity, discipline and willingness to follow the ashram rhythm.
Eligibility assessment
Every applicant completes a short eligibility assessment — a few questions about your intention, mental readiness and seriousness toward the course. We deliberately keep our groups small: this ensures the ashram remains a focused space for sincere yoga seekers, never an overcrowded classroom.
Your Certificate
Graduates receive the school's 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate, following the internationally recognised RYT-200 curriculum standard.
Payment by bank transfer or on arrival. A $100 deposit reserves your place, with the balance due 2 weeks before the batch begins. Cancel any time before the start and the balance is refunded in full (the deposit is non-refundable). Within the first 7 days of the batch, 50% of the fee is refunded; after that, no refund applies. You may instead transfer once to a later batch within 12 months. Full details on our Refund & Cancellation Policy page.
What Is Included
Included
- Ashram accommodation
- Three sattvic vegetarian meals daily
- Course manual & study materials
- Wi-Fi
- Temple & ashram excursions
- Certificate on completion
Not Included
- Travel to Rishikesh
- Personal expenses & laundry
- Medical expenses & insurance
- Extra excursions
Add-on Services
- Airport transport $20
- Trekking & hiking $25
- River rafting $20
- Astrology consultation $50
- Tarot card reading $50
Frequently Asked
How large are the classes?
Our batches are strictly limited to 10 students. We keep the group small by intention — so every student receives personal guidance, correction and care, rather than becoming part of a crowd.
Do I need prior experience?
No — dedicated beginners are welcome. Sincerity matters more than flexibility.
What style of yoga is taught?
Traditional Hatha Yoga, in the lineage preserved by the great masters of the Himalayan tradition.
Are meals included?
Yes — three freshly prepared sattvic vegetarian meals daily, with herbal tea.