Amit Payal, founder of Rishikesh Yogkulam®, is an E-RYT 500-hour yoga instructor with a Master’s degree in Yoga Science. Based in Rishikesh, India, he is widely respected as a yoga master known for his depth, experience, and dedication. Drawing on specializations in alignment, adjustment, Hatha yoga, Ashtanga yoga, yoga philosophy, anatomy, and pranayama, Amit encourages both teachers and students to go beyond their limits, explore their edges, and work toward their goals.
Warm yet deeply committed to the practice, he creates an environment where every student leaves feeling capable, connected, and part of a family. For more than five years, he has led teacher training courses and has guided over 100 YTTCs for seekers from around the world. Through his skillful teaching, he supports students in understanding the mind and body while developing breath control and movement—the foundations of a strong yoga practice. Amit is devoted to sharing the authentic, ancient wisdom of yoga and its timeless traditions.