200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India – January 2026

Yoga Alliance Certified (RYT 200) Yoga Teacher Training Course

This 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is a Yoga Alliance USA certified residential program that qualifies graduates to register as an RYT 200 Certified Yoga Teacher worldwide. Held every month in the yoga capital of the world, this 23-day course offers a complete foundation in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, and Teaching Methodology.

Recognized as one of the most trusted and highly reviewed yoga schools in Rishikesh, the school holds a 4.8 Google rating and 4.6 on Tripadvisor, based on more than 1,000 verified student reviews. All sessions are taught by E-RYT certified teachers with 7 to 20+ years of experience, ensuring detailed guidance, personal attention, and practical feedback throughout the training.

Open to both beginners and experienced practitioners, this training is designed to strengthen your confidence, deepen your understanding, and support your transition into teaching from the very beginning.

What You Will Study

Level 01

Begin with a focused study of Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga, including alignment and adjustment techniques for safe and accurate practice. Explore the history of yoga, discuss the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and participate in active meditation sessions that expand awareness. You will also practice a range of pranayama techniques and learn the calming principles of Yoga Nidra.

Level 02

Deepen your learning through Shatkarma cleansing practices, an introduction to Basic Ayurveda, and the use of mantra and mudra yoga to encourage positive energy. Anatomy and physiology sessions explain the human musculoskeletal system, while interactive teaching classes help you develop the skills to lead a yoga session effectively. The program also includes laughter yoga, dance yoga, and excursions to nearby places.

Course Timeline

• Check-in: 6th of the month, before 7:00 PM
• Orientation & Opening Ceremony: 7th of the month, 2:00 PM
• Certification Ceremony: 29th of the month, 10:30 AM
• Check-out: 30th of the month, 10:30 AM

Curriculum Highlights

The training follows an in-depth path designed to transform dedicated practitioners into knowledgeable and mindful yoga teachers.

Hatha Yoga – Primary Series: Surya Namaskar with mantra awareness, Sukshma Vyama, and standing, kneeling, seated, prone, supine, and inversion series.

Asana Study: Benefits, contraindications, and a wide range of postures including foundational, balancing, twisting, forward-bending, back-bending, inversion, and restorative shapes.

Ashtanga Yoga – Primary Series: Vinyasa, the 9 Drishti, Ujjai, Bandhas, and a detailed exploration of the Primary Series.

Pranayama and Mudras: Breath awareness, nadis, Ida, Pingala, Sushmana, and seven core pranayama practices, along with Gyana, Chin, and Ashwini mudras.

Yoga Darshanam – Philosophy: The meaning of yoga, the five koshas, the four faculties of mind, the eight limbs of Patanjali, and the waking, dreaming, and deep sleep states.

Anatomy and Physiology: Skeletal, muscular, and respiratory systems, plus their relevance to yogic practice.

Meditation and Yoga Nidra: Breath awareness, mantra awareness, candle and inner light meditation, full moon meditation, and Yoga Nidra from the Satyananda tradition.

Teaching Methodology: Classroom preparation, sequencing, demonstration, verbal instruction, hands-on adjustments, and lesson planning.

Ayurvedic Curriculum

This holistic section introduces Ayurvedic principles, therapies, and self-care rituals that complement your yogic path.

Theory: Ayurveda and yoga, body constitutions, metabolic toxins, Panchakarma, the six tastes, the seven vital tissues, Agni, nutrition, and seasonal routines.

Practical Session: Facial massage techniques, Marma points, Ayurvedic cooking practices, herbal detox drinks, lower back support methods, and pulse reading basics.

Who Can Join

This course welcomes complete beginners as well as regular yoga practitioners. You do not need to be highly flexible or have years of experience—just curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to grow. The program is structured to meet you where you are and guide you step by step toward a strong foundation and greater confidence.

Ideal for: beginners seeking a lasting foundation, students beginning their teaching journey, advanced practitioners refining their practice, and anyone planning to enroll in a 200-hour yoga teacher training in the future.

Important Note: A minimum of one month of prior yoga practice is required. Students who have recently had surgery should wait for a 6-month recovery period and attend a counselling session with the lead teacher before enrolling.

Dates and Fees

• Course starts: 7th of every month
• Course ends: 30th of every month
• Language: English
• Single room: International $1,350 | Indian ₹72,000
• Shared room: International $1,200 | Indian ₹55,000

Inclusions

• 24 days accommodation
• Yoga material and cleansing kit
• 24-hour reception and CCTV surveillance
• Daily nutritious vegetarian and vegan meals
• Training manual and course certification
• Wi-Fi, water supply, market nearby, and Ganga access for meditation
• Ayurveda session

Exclusions

• International and domestic airfare
• Local transportation during the program
• Accommodation before or after course dates
• Visa fee, taxi pick-up, and airfare
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and extra meals
• Medical expenses

Accommodation

Rooms are simple, peaceful, and functional, with private and shared options available depending on availability. Each room includes twin beds, proper lighting, a private bathroom with 24/7 hot water, a study table and chair, Wi-Fi, and a comfortable mattress. Rooms are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, and during busy seasons some accommodations may be arranged in nearby buildings within a short 2-minute walk from the main school.