Special 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In Rishikesh – 3 rd - 30 th Apr 2027

This special 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is designed to shape knowledgeable, confident, and capable yoga teachers. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to lead a yoga class with clarity, intention, and professional skill.

The training offers a comprehensive exploration of how to teach yoga to students at different levels. It also includes class sequencing, cueing, adjustments and assists, along with trauma-informed teaching principles.

The Objective of 200 Hours of Yoga Teacher Training

Throughout your daily yoga practice in Rishikesh, you will have the opportunity to develop your own unique personality and teaching voice.

You will study the Yoga Sutras and learn practical ways to bring their wisdom into everyday life.

You will regularly practice dhyana, pranayama, mudras, and kriyas.

You will learn how to teach yoga in a small group setting.

You will also discover how to structure a yoga class correctly and include all essential elements.

In addition, you will study the muscular and skeletal systems and understand how they may influence both your practice and your teaching.

200 Hour YTTC Certification With Yoga Alliance

Graduate as a certified yoga instructor from Maharishi Yoga Peeth, a school registered as RYS 200, 300 & 500.

Yoga Style: Hatha & Vinyasa Flow

Certification: RYT 200 (Yoga Alliance)

Language: English

Course Type: Residential & Intensive

Level: Beginners & Intermediate

Special 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course Dates & Fee Rishikesh, India

3 rd - 30 th Mar 2026
6 Seats
Private Room $2000 $2400
2 Shared Room $1600 $2000

3 rd - 30 th Oct 2026
3 Seats
Private Room $2000 $2400
2 Shared Room $1600 $2000

3 rd - 30 th Apr 2027
6 Seats
Private Room $2000 $2400
2 Shared Room $1600 $2000

Inclusions Of Yoga Teacher Training Course Fee

• 200 Hour YTTC Material
• 3 Organic Vegetarian Meals
• Private/Shared Room with Attached Bath
• Sightseeing / Excursions on Sundays
• Yoga bag, Yoga mat, Notebook, and T-shirt

Syllabus For This Course

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
A modern expression of classical Indian yoga developed in the 20th century by K. Pattabhi Jois, based on the teachings of Krishnamacharya. This energetic practice emphasizes breath awareness and mindful movement.

Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
History of Ashtanga Yoga
Awakening the Fire Within
The Breath of Life
Prana
A Chakra Contemplation
Eight Limbs of Yoga and the Practice of K. Pattabhi Jois
How to Do Bandha in Ashtanga
Drishti- Focusing the Attention During Movements
Proper Use of Props and Yoga Instruments
Sun Salutation A & B (week 1)
Standing Asana Series (week 2)
Sitting Asana Series (Week 3)
Finishing Asana Series (Week 3)
Teaching Practices (Traditional & Mysore Style- Week 4)

Shat Karma
The six purificatory techniques. Before beginning pranayama, imbalances in the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) should be removed or balanced. In Hatha Yoga, these six practices were developed for that purpose.

Pranayama (Breathing Techniques)
Students will explore breathing practices designed to reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue while supporting vitality, circulation, and concentration. Breath is the link between body and mind, and building this connection is essential for meditation.

Ayurveda
This training includes Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems. You will study the balance between mind, body, and soul, the five basic elements of the universe, and how they relate to human life forces and energies.

Hatha Yoga
A system of physical techniques that includes traditional asanas, their benefits, modifications, contraindications, and the use of props.

Meditation (Dhyana)
A practice that trains attention and awareness inward, supporting mental clarity, emotional calm, and a higher state of consciousness.

Yoga Anatomy And Physiology
Anatomy and physiology of yogic practices, including the benefits and contraindications of asanas and pranayama for different conditions in the body.

Yoga Philosophy and Yoga Ethics
Traditional yoga philosophy, concepts, and history, with insights from modern research and ways to integrate this holistic way of life into modern living.

Yin Yoga
A slow, gentle style of yoga with passive poses held for one to five minutes or longer.

Teaching Methodology
Students will learn how to plan and prepare classes effectively, while creating a positive and peaceful learning environment.

Mantra Chanting
A practice used to generate positive vibrations and connect with the universe through spiritually rich mantras.

Schedule For This Course

The training begins on the 3rd of every month with a welcome ceremony and ends on the 29th with a graduation ceremony. Dehradun Airport pickup is included, and full travel details are shared after booking. Support with travel arrangements will be provided whenever possible.

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, and pickup from Dehradun Airport is included in the course.

05:30 AM Wake Up
06:30 AM - 07:30 AM Ashtanga Yoga
07:30 AM - 08:00 AM Cleansing Process (Shat Kriya)
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM Pranyama
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM Breakfast
10:00 AM - 11:30 PM Self Study
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Philosophy
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM Lunch
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Rest Time
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM Anatomy
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM Ayurveda
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM Classical Hatha Yoga
06:15 PM - 07:15 PM Meditation
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM Dinner
09:00 PM Lights Off

Yoga Alliance Accreditation

This special 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is accredited by Yoga Alliance, the organization that sets standards for yoga teacher training programs. To meet these standards, the course follows the required study hours.

Why Choose Rishikesh for Special 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Maharishi Yoga Peeth Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a sacred city in India, set in the foothills of the Himalayas. Known as the Yoga Capital of the World, it has long been a center for yoga and meditation, drawing seekers from around the globe to deepen their practice and learn from experienced teachers.

Maharishi Yoga Peeth offers an immersive training rooted in traditional yoga teachings. The program combines theory and practice, covering everything from asanas and pranayama to meditation.

The school is known for offering one of the most comprehensive and well-rounded teacher training programs available today.

Beyond the training itself, Rishikesh is celebrated for its rich yogic heritage, inspiring mountain scenery, and opportunities for adventure activities such as white-water rafting, mountain climbing, paragliding, and more.

Here are the Modules the 200hr. will Cover

• Somatic Awareness and Intuitive Touch
• The Art of Holding Space
• Energy and the Psychosomatic Links

Extras

• Restorative day in the Silks
• Energy healing practices in meditation

Plus – all the typical modules you have on a 200hr training

• Asana – Vinyasa, Hatha (Iyengar informed), Yin Yoga
• Pranayama & Meditation
• Yogic Kriyas – Introduction to Shatkarmas
• Teaching Methodology
• Philosophy
• Anatomy & Physiology of Yoga
• Adjustments & Assists (Asana Lab)

Course Summary

Course Name: Special 200 Hour Yoga TTC
Duration: 28 Days
Location: Rishikesh
Private Room: $2000
Shared Room: $1600
Date: 3 rd To 30 th Every Month

Course Highlights

• Asana - Hatha (Iyengar informed), Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin
• Yoga Philosophy
• Applied Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology
• Pranayama & Meditation
• Shatkarma (Cleansing Teachniques)
• Teaching Methodology
• Asana Lab - Adjustments & Assists
• Somatic Awareness and Intro to Polyvagal Theory

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