A short yet intensive yoga teacher training is available at Sun YTTC in Rishikesh, India, designed for those who want a structured introduction to yogic study. Spanning 11 days and 10 nights, this 100-hour program is ideal for beginners, regular practitioners, and anyone seeking a focused path toward deeper understanding.
The course is created for students who may be new to yoga or have practiced casually and now want to explore its foundations in a more disciplined way. Through a balanced blend of theory and practice, the training supports physical, mental, and spiritual growth while helping participants connect body, mind, and soul.
It is also a strong option for those who hope to become certified yoga teachers but do not yet have the time to complete a 200-hour course. Offered every month of the year, this program can serve as a meaningful first step toward personal development, renewed energy, and a stronger yoga practice.
At The Sun YTTC, the focus is on authentic yogic education delivered in the peaceful setting of Rishikesh. The training combines traditional wisdom with practical learning, making it suitable for anyone who wants to deepen their practice or begin a teaching journey.
व्यायामात् लभते स्वास्थ्यं दीर्घायुष्यं बलं सुखं। आरोग्यं परमं भाग्यं स्वास्थ्यं सर्वार्थसाधनम् ||
The training begins with yogic detox practices, known in Sanskrit as sat karma, which focus on internal cleansing. Teachers explain each practice clearly, along with its purpose and benefits.
Jal Neti supports nasal cleansing using warm salty water and a neti pot provided by the school.
Sutraneti is another nasal cleansing method, using a cotton thread for advanced students and a rubber tube for beginners.
Trataka is an eye-cleansing practice followed through two techniques.
Kapalbhanti is a cleansing practice linked to pranayama, helpful for weight management and improving breathing capacity.
Kunjal is an abdominal cleansing technique that leaves students feeling light and refreshed.
This module explores what vinyasa flow is, how it differs from other styles, where it comes from, and what makes it distinct. Students also learn how to teach vinyasa flow, create sequences, structure classes differently, and identify habits that need correction in asanas.
This section covers the importance of alignment, common posture concerns such as flat feet, high arches, knock knees, and bow legs, and how yoga may help improve them. It also includes alignment for standing, sitting, and sleeping asanas, sun salutation in Hatha yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga, use of props, and alignment of the Ashtanga Primary Series including the finishing sequence.
06:15 AM – 07:00 AM: Shatkarma & Pranayama
07:00 AM – 08:30 AM: Vinyasa Flow Yoga
08:30 AM – 09:30 AM: Breakfast
09:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Yogic Anatomy and Physiology
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Yoga Philosophy
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Body Alignment
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM: Lunch
04:00 PM – 05:30 PM: Ashtanga Primary Series
06:00 PM – 07:00 PM: Meditation
07:00 PM – 08:00 PM: Dinner
2nd To 13th Jun 2026
2nd To 13th Jul 2026
2nd To 13th Aug 2026
2nd To 13th Sep 2026
2nd To 13th Oct 2026
2nd To 13th Nov 2026
Visa information, cancellation and transfer policy, and strict no-refund policy apply.
Participants are required to arrive one day before the published course start date.
Applicants are advised to apply only for an eTourist visa. Six-month visas, three-month visas, and other visa types are not applicable.
Training fees are non-refundable once you join the course. The initial enrollment fee is also non-refundable, but it may be used to join another month’s course within one year of enrollment. A transfer to another month is allowed only once, with written notice at least 45 days in advance. Requests made within 45 days of the course start date will not be accepted.
No refunds or transfers will be accepted within 45 days of the course start date, including cases of sickness, travel elsewhere in India, or other unavoidable circumstances. In case of cancellation or no-show, the deposit will be forfeited. A second transfer request will not be accepted. The school reserves the right to refuse admission if the balance fee is not paid in cash upon arrival. Once checked in and enrolled, any later cancellation will not be accepted and full payment will be forfeited.
During the training, students can enjoy excursions to some of Rishikesh’s most beautiful places. These outings are included in the course fee and take place on Sundays, when only breakfast is served. The rest of the day is free, allowing time to explore local food and the surrounding culture.
The school offers a clean and supportive living environment along with herbal and sattvic meals. Rooms include attached bathrooms and views of the green hills and Garhwal Himalayas, creating a peaceful atmosphere for study and rest.
Food is seen as closely connected to yoga and the state of the mind. The program emphasizes a sattvic, balanced, and natural diet that supports concentration, peace, and overall wellbeing.
Rooms include attached bathrooms, clean bed sheets, pillows and blankets, hot and cold water, Wi-Fi access, essential toiletries, and a personal wardrobe for safe keeping.
Designed for comfort and simplicity, this shared room offers a peaceful stay with everything needed for a relaxing retreat experience. Guests have access to attached bathrooms, along with hot and cold water for showering, making it easy to refresh and unwind at any time of day.
The room is prepared with clean bed sheets, pillows, and blankets, creating a welcoming space for restful sleep. For added convenience, essential toiletries are provided, and each guest has a personal wardrobe for safe-keeping belongings during the stay.
Wi-Fi access is available, allowing guests to stay connected when needed, while the surrounding nature views bring a calm and grounding atmosphere to the room. Simple, practical, and comfortable, this shared accommodation supports a pleasant and easygoing stay.
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Ghughtayni Talli, behind Swami Samarpan Ashram, Upper Tapovan, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Rishikesh