Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Step into a practice that opens the door to deeper awareness, creative expansion, and inner transformation. This training is designed to help you explore the ancient science of Kundalini yoga and support profound physical, mental, and spiritual healing.

The Yoga of Awareness: A Transformative Journey

Our Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh offers an immersive experience into the “Yoga of Awareness.” Rooted in traditional wisdom, this practice works with the subtle energy body to awaken your creative potential and nurture a lasting sense of wellbeing.

With the Himalayas rising nearby and the sacred Ganga flowing through Rishikesh, the setting is ideal for beginning or deepening your Kundalini path. This is a place long associated with saints and sages, and one that continues to inspire sincere inner practice.

Why Choose a Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in India?

Training in India brings a level of authenticity that is difficult to match elsewhere. Rather than simply learning techniques, you enter the source of this living tradition. Studying with Indian masters in the spiritual atmosphere of Rishikesh makes the experience both traditional and deeply transformative.

What You Will Gain From This Immersive Course:

• Master the Core Pillars: Learn to practice and teach Kundalini Kriyas, Pranayama, Mantra, and Meditation.
• Awaken Your Energetic Body: Safely study subtle anatomy, including the Chakras, Nadis, and the movement of Kundalini energy.
• Gain the Confidence to Teach: Practicum clinics help you structure a class, guide students clearly, and hold a strong, supportive space.
• Global Certification: Graduate with a Yoga Alliance recognized certificate, allowing you to teach Kundalini Yoga internationally.

Kundalini Yoga Certification in Rishikesh

This curriculum is designed to lead you from foundation to advanced understanding. Offered at our Rishikesh ashram, these Yoga Alliance recognized programs provide a residential immersion in authentic Kriya and Kundalini techniques.

(We also offer a 12-Day, 100-Hour Foundational Course for those with limited time.)

Choose Your Program

200 Hour Kundalini TTC
24 Days / Foundational Certification
A complete course covering the essential foundations of Kundalini Yoga. Ideal for aspiring teachers or anyone seeking meaningful personal transformation.
$1150 Shared / $1400 Private

300 Hour Kundalini TTC
27 Days / Advanced Certification
Designed for graduates of a 200-hour course. Explore advanced methods, deepen your practice, and move toward inner peace and teaching mastery.
$1300 Shared / $1600 Private

Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Curriculum

The curriculum is crafted to fully immerse you in the Yoga of Awareness. You will study the kriyas, philosophy, and energetic tools needed to grow into a confident and certified Kundalini Yoga teacher.

Kundalini Philosophy & Origin

Discover the roots of this practice, its place in yogic tradition, and key ideas of consciousness, including the balance of Shiva and Shakti.

Subtle Body (Chakras, Nadis & Vayus)

Develop a clear understanding of energetic anatomy, an essential map for the Kundalini journey.

• Chakras: Study the 7 major energy centers in depth.
• Nadis: Learn about the 3 primary energy channels: Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna.
• Vayus: Explore the Pancha Vayus, the five movements of prana or life force.

Kundalini Kriyas & Asana

Practice dynamic postures, movements, and sequences created to awaken dormant energy safely and effectively.

Pranayama (Breathwork)

Work with powerful breathing techniques such as Breath of Fire to build energy, purify the body, and shift consciousness.

Bandhas (Energy Locks) & Kriyas

Learn how to use the energy locks—Mula, Uddiyana, and Jalandhara Bandha—to guide prana. This section also includes Shat Kriyas, the yogic cleansing techniques.

Kundalini Meditation & Mantra

At the heart of the practice, these meditations combine mantra, sound vibration, and mudra to create deep shifts in awareness and focus.

Teaching Methodology

Build the skills to lead with confidence, structure a Kundalini class, guide students safely through a Kriya, and hold a sacred, transformative space.

Yoga Anatomy (Kundalini Focus)

Study the body through a yogic lens, with emphasis on the nervous system and endocrine system, both directly influenced by Kundalini practice.

Sample Daily Schedule

• 07:30 am - 09:00 am Kundalini Kriya & Asana
• 09:15 am - 10:15 am Breakfast
• 10:30 am - 11:30 am Yoga & Kundalini Philosophy
• 11:45 am - 12:30 pm Mantra & Chanting
• 12:45 pm - 03:30 pm Lunch & Break / Self-Study
• 03:30 pm - 04:30 pm Pranayama & Subtle Body
• 05:00 pm - 06:15 pm Asana / Practicum
• 06:15 pm - 07:00 pm Evening Meditation
• 07:15 pm - 08:15 pm Dinner

*The schedule may vary based on the season and training intensity.

Accreditation & Certification

Raj Yoga Rishikesh is a registered school with Yoga Alliance USA. After completing the 200 or 300-hour course, you may register as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), strengthening your professional credentials worldwide.

Meet Your Kundalini Masters

Yogendra Mishra
Lead Kundalini & Philosophy Teacher
A master of yogic scriptures, Yogendra Ji brings the philosophy of Kundalini yoga to life in a way that is accessible for modern practitioners.

Sandeep
Meditation & Yoga Nidra Teacher
Sandeep guides students into deep relaxation and meditative awareness, both essential to the Kundalini experience.

Accommodation & Sattvic Food

Private Room
Enjoy peaceful mountain views and full privacy for study and reflection.
Private en-suite bathroom
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Access to tranquil garden areas

Shared Room
Comfortable and clean twin-sharing rooms, ideal for connecting with fellow students on a similar path.
Shared en-suite bathroom
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Access to tranquil garden areas

Sattvic Yogic Food
Three wholesome vegetarian meals are served daily. Prepared with love, this Sattvic food is pure and light, supporting energy, clarity, and spiritual practice.
3 nutritious meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients

Fees, Dates, & Inclusions

Course Fees (USD)

Course / Duration	Shared Room	Private Room
100 Hour MTTC / 12 Days	$700	$900
200 Hour MTTC / 23 Days	$1150	$1400
300 Hour MTTC / 27 Days	$1300	$1600

Early Bird Discount:
Receive a $100 USD discount on any course when you book at least 3 months in advance.

Booking & Cancellation Policy

Booking Process:
A $200 USD deposit is required to reserve your place. The balance is payable on arrival at the school. Payment is accepted in cash (major currencies) or via PayPal, subject to a 5% transaction fee.

Cancellation Policy:
The deposit is non-refundable. In case of emergency, it may be transferred to another scheduled course within one year of the original booking date.

Arrival & Departure Information

Check-In Day
Date: 2nd of the month, after 12:00 PM

Check-Out Day
Before 10:00 AM on the 14th (100hr), 25th (200hr), or 28th (300hr) of the month.

Kundalini Training FAQs

What is Classical Kundalini Yoga?
It is the traditional form of Kundalini yoga focused on awakening dormant Shakti at the base of the spine through asana, pranayama, kriya, mantra, and meditation, with the aim of higher consciousness.

Do I need previous yoga experience to join?
No. The 100 and 200-hour courses are open to all levels, including complete beginners. All you need is an open mind, self-motivation, and a willingness to learn.

Is this training physically demanding?
Kundalini yoga can be intense, with repetitive dynamic movement and strong breathwork. However, the teachers offer modifications for different body types and fitness levels to keep the environment safe and supportive.

Why choose Rishikesh for Kundalini Yoga?
Known as the “World Capital of Yoga,” Rishikesh offers the powerful spiritual atmosphere of the Himalayas and the sacred Ganga, creating an ideal setting for deep Kundalini practice.