200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh

This 200-hour yoga teacher training offers a complete introduction to the practice and teaching of yoga, blending Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, meditation, pranayama, mantra chanting, mudra poses, human anatomy, and the history and philosophy of yoga. Along with alignment work and teaching techniques, the course is designed to build both practical skills and a deeper understanding of yoga as a living tradition.

Open to all levels, including complete beginners, the certification program supports students in developing a strong foundation in Hatha, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa Yoga. It is structured to help you grow your personal practice while also preparing you to step into teaching with clarity and confidence. By the end of the RYT 200 course, students are expected to feel knowledgeable and ready to guide others.

Learning takes place with highly skilled teachers who are certified and experienced in yoga teacher training. At Aadi Yoga, students are encouraged to practice within their own limits while gradually building strength and flexibility. This well-recognized 200-hour yoga TTC in India also supports a greater awareness of the body, mental wellness, and self-awareness.

Yoga Alliance Accreditation

The residential 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh at Aadi Yoga School is certified by Yoga Alliance USA. The school follows the standards and guidelines set by Yoga Alliance, giving students the credentials needed to register as RYT 200 and continue toward RYT 300 and RYT 500 registration.

Course Objectives

• Develop a personal daily practice through pranayama, kriyas, mudras, and dhyana.
• Learn the muscular and skeletal systems and their role in practice and teaching.
• Study the Patanjali Yoga Sutras and apply them to daily life and yoga practice.
• Understand how to manage a class and bring all elements together in class design.
• Learn to teach small-group classes.
• Support students in becoming dedicated yoga practitioners and guide them on a path of transformation.

Course Fee & Dates

The program runs for 22 days and is offered every month from the 1st to the 22nd, as well as from 5 January 2026 to 26 January 2026.

Dates	Days	Twin Sharing	Private Room
Every Month: 1 to 22	22	1000 USD	1300 USD
5 Jan 2026 to 26 Jan 2026	22	1000 USD	1300 USD

Air-conditioned rooms are available at an additional cost: 60 USD per person in twin sharing and 100 USD per person in a private room. On Sundays, lunch, dinner, and evening tea are not served; only breakfast is provided, consisting of Indian paratha with curd, pickle, fruits, and tea.

Training Highlights

• Safe sequencing of asana and posture
• Cueing and instruction methods
• Anatomy and benefits of yoga postures
• Contra-indications, hands-on adjustments, and props
• Sun salutations, traditional Ashtanga and Hatha, and Vinyasa Flow variations
• Workshops on handstand, arm-balance, back-bending, and hip-opening

Daily Schedule

The schedule is for reference only and may change by batch. The first week remains moderate, while the second week becomes more intensive.

• 06:00 am to 07:00 am — Pranayama Class / Mantra Chanting / Shatkarma (Monday to Friday)
• 07:00 am to 08:00 am — Yoga Anatomy & Physiology
• 08:05 am to 09:30 am — Hatha Yoga Class
• 09:30 am — Breakfast
• 10:00 am to 11:30 am — Self Practice / Self Study
• 11:30 am to 12:30 pm — Yoga Philosophy Class
• 01:00 pm — Lunch
• 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm — Self Practice / Self Study
• 03:30 pm to 04:30 pm — Ashtanga Class
• 04:30 pm to 05:30 pm — Adjustment Alignment Class
• 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm — Meditation Class (Monday to Friday)
• 07:30 pm — Dinner

Accommodation, Food & Inclusions

The school offers neat, clean rooms with western-style bathrooms, along with a vaulted yoga hall equipped with bolsters, cushions, and blocks. Facilities include necessary furniture, attached bathrooms, hot and cold water, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour running water, and CCTV security.

Meals are vegetarian and yogic, inspired by the healing and nourishing principles of Ayurveda. Students receive three meals daily, including healthy breakfast with herbal tea, lunch, evening herbal tea, and dinner. Course fees include 23 days of accommodation, course manuals, pure vegetarian Indian Saatvik yogic meals, attached bathrooms, one Sunday excursion, a notepad, a Shatkarma kit, a Yoga Alliance certificate, Ganga Aarti, local sightseeing, Himalayan culture experiences, and river rafting depending on the season.

Important Guidelines

• Teaching starts early in the morning.
• Respectful behavior is mandatory.
• School rules and regulations must be followed.
• Course fees are non-refundable.
• All library books must be returned before departure.
• Non-veg food, smoking, and alcohol are not allowed on the premises.
• 100% attendance is required unless you are ill.
• An assessment practical test is required for certification.
• Electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited during lectures.