100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Set in the spiritual heart of Rishikesh, this immersive training offers a meaningful path for anyone ready to deepen their yoga practice within a focused timeframe. Surrounded by the calm presence of the Himalayas, the experience combines traditional teachings, self-discipline, meditation, and holistic learning to support both inner growth and physical development.

Designed for students with limited time, the program spans 14 days and 14 nights at Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram. It covers the first half of the 200-hour yoga teacher training curriculum and introduces all Hatha yoga asanas in a structured and practical way. The course is suitable for beginners and for anyone seeking a strong foundation in authentic yogic practice, awareness, concentration, relaxation, and peace.

Main areas of study include:

• Yoga philosophy (Darshana) – history, ethics, Indian culture, kundalini, and essential yogic knowledge
• Dhyana (meditation) – practices that support self-realisation, emotional balance, and mental clarity
• Pranayama – traditional breathing techniques, mudras, bandhas, and lung-capacity development
• Mantra chanting – sacred sound practices for a clearer, more focused mind
• Hatha and Vinyasa yoga – detailed study of postures and correct practice
• Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga – primary series practice focused on breath, movement, internal cleansing, and circulation

Why choose this training?

• Ideal for beginners – a clear and progressive structure for new students and aspiring teachers
• Comprehensive learning – anatomy, philosophy, pranayama, meditation, asanas, and mantras
• Authentic instruction – taught by experienced teachers in Rishikesh, the Yoga Capital of the World
• Flexible completion – the remaining 100 hours for a full 200-hour certification may be completed within one year
• Certification – graduates receive a 100-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate

Course includes:

• 14 days twin-shared or private accommodation
• Attached bath and hot water rooms
• Free unlimited high-speed WiFi
• 3 daily vegetarian meals and teas
• Course books and study materials
• Cleansing materials such as neti pot and rubber tube
• One Himalayan excursion
• In-house library access

Additional inclusions:

• Free taxi pick-up from Dehradun Airport
• Filtered drinking water, hot and cold
• 2 Ayurvedic/herbal teas with light snacks
• Traditional Indian classical music concert
• Opening and closing ceremonies
• Daily morning kirtan, pranayama, mantra chanting, and meditation sessions
• Yoga philosophy, teaching methodology, anatomy & physiology, Ayurveda, and alignment classes
• Jala Neti, laughter yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Osho Dynamic Meditation
• Walking tour to Parmarth Niketan Ashram for evening Ganga Arti
• Special Ganga Puja closing ceremony at Laxman Jhula
• Outdoor yoga by the Ganges, weather dependent

Daily schedule:

• Monday to Saturday: 06:30 AM Hatha Yoga, 07:45 AM Pranayama & Shatkarma, 09:00 AM Breakfast, 10:00 AM Yoga Philosophy, 11:00 AM Yoga Anatomy & Physiology, 12:00 PM Teaching Methodology & Alignment, 01:00 PM Lunch & Rest, 04:15 PM Ashtanga Vinyasa Practice, 06:00 PM Meditation & Mindfulness, 07:00 PM Dinner
• Sunday: Self-practice and local exploration

Training team includes: Guru Buddhi Prakash Ji, Yogi Dinesh Chander Ji, Swami Amarna Ji, Yogi Kamal Ji, Dr. Usha Vaishnava Ji, Navneet Ji, Yogi Jitendra Ji, and Kannan Ji.

Course highlights: 14 days of intensive training, small class sizes, personalized guidance, comprehensive study materials, a balanced theoretical and practical method, and Yoga Alliance certified 100-hour training.

Frequently covered topics include: anatomy & physiology, Sanskrit, asana lab, meditation, restorative yoga, chants and mantras, philosophy, postural integration, prop use, anatomy of the subtle body, pranayama, yoga philosophy, and Yoga Sutras.

Note: The course is open to beginners and is intended for those who want to deepen their understanding of yoga, even without prior experience. Three vegetarian meals are provided from Monday to Saturday, and special dietary needs such as vegan or gluten-free can be accommodated.