200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Join a USA Yoga Alliance registered 200-hour teacher training with Hatha Yogashram in Rishikesh, India, and take a meaningful step toward becoming a professional international yoga teacher.

This 24-day program, also known as the 200-hour Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training and yoga instructor course, offers a complete blend of theory and professional practice. It includes Ashtanga Primary Series and is designed for dedicated students who want to deepen their understanding of traditional Hatha yoga in a supportive setting.

Whether you have practiced for years, shared yoga in your community, or are just beginning to explore the connection between mind, body, and soul, this training can mark an important turning point. The curriculum covers asanas, pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methods, helping you build both personal confidence and teaching skill.

You will study a variety of asana series, including Hatha, Ashtanga, and Iyanger, along with pranayama, mudra, ayurveda, meditation, yoga philosophy, and anatomy. The course is intended to support your growth in today’s fast-paced and demanding world by combining physical practice with traditional yogic wisdom and lifestyle principles.

Course Syllabus:

• Hatha Yoga: Introduction to Hatha Yoga, Hatha Yoga Parampara, and the core origins of yoga through Hatha Yoga and the Yoga Sutra. Practice includes standing, seated, prone, and supine asanas, with attention to breath throughout the sequence.
• Bandha/Shatkriyas: Introduction to bandha and energy balance, plus practical experience of Jala Neti, Rubber Neti, Trataka, and Kunjal, with the benefits of Shatkriya practice.
• Human Physiology/Anatomy/Psychology: Functions of the body’s systems, exercise physiology basics, sensory organs, yoga-based human physiology, joints and muscles in asana, major systems of the body, and Indian psychology through the Bhagwat Geeta and Maharishi Patanjali’s Yog Sutra.
• Body Asana Alignments: Alignment principles, guided demonstrations, joint movements, sun salutations, and asana modifications.
• Meditation: Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, mudra, japa mala, mantras, relaxation practices, meditation techniques, meditation environment, types of meditation, and simple beginner methods.

Daily Schedule:

• Morning – Ashtanga / Hatha: 07:00 – 09:00 A.M.
• Breakfast: 09:00 A.M.
• Vedanta Philosophy: 12:15 – 01:20 P.M.
• Lunch Break: 01:30 P.M.
• Anatomy & Physiology: 02:30 – 03:30 P.M.
• Hatha Yoga / Ashtanga: 03:30 – 05:00 P.M.
• Pranayama: 05:00 – 06:00 P.M.
• Meditation: 06:00 – 07:00 P.M.
• Self-Study: 07:00 P.M.
• Dinner: 08:00 P.M.
• Good Night: 09:00 P.M.

Fees:

• Private Room $1270
• Shared Room $980
• Without Food and Room $650
• Registration Fees $120

Course Dates:

• 01 March to 24 March 2026
• 01 April to 24 April 2026
• 01 May to 24 May 2026
• 01 Jun to 24 Jun 2026
• 01 July to 24 July 2026
• 01 Aug to 24 Aug 2026
• 01 Sep to 24 Sep 2026
• 01 Oct to 24 Oct 2026
• 01 Nov to 24 Nov 2026
• 01 Dec to 24 Dec 2026

Special Benefits:

• Personal or shared living space
• Ayurvedic and satvik Indian vegetarian food, served three times daily
• Course study material kit
• Free WiFi access on the premises
• CCTV security
• One free Ayurveda assessment
• Ayurveda massage
• 24/7 support desk access
• Exploring and tracking the beauty of Rishikesh

Language: English, Hindi

Yoga Alliance Certification: International standard for yoga teachers. Hatha Yogashram is a non-profit organization that sets standards for yoga teacher training and certifies teachers who meet them.

Food and Accommodation: The school aims to create a safe, disease-free environment. Meals follow a sattvic diet, prepared without garlic or onions, and a class on sattvic food preparation is included. Accommodation is simple and comfortable, with private and shared rooms, each offering a separate balcony and mountain views.

Prerequisites: Strong self-motivation, discipline, and purity are required. Students must attend all spiritual activities, meditation sessions, lectures, and asana classes. Meat, fish, eggs, black tea, coffee, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and nudity are not allowed during the course. Those who do not follow the school rules may be dismissed.

Rules for Students: Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited. If you plan to fast, inform the kitchen manager in advance. Respect teachers, stay disciplined, arrive on time, settle your accounts before departure, and return any borrowed books, maps, or other items. Accommodation is provided only for enrolled students; friends and relatives may stay only by renting another room. Attendance at all scheduled programs is required.

Refund Policy: Advance course fees are non-refundable. In emergencies, students may join another schedule. If a student cancels after joining, cancellation is accepted, but fees are not refunded. There is no cancellation charge.