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Your Journey to Becoming a Certified Yoga Teacher: 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India

Discover Your Potential with Our Yoga Alliance Certified 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh, India, proudly offers a comprehensive 200-hour residential yoga teacher training course that strictly adheres to Yoga Alliance standards. Upon successful completion of our yoga certification course, you will be eligible to register as RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance. This globally recognized certification unlocks incredible opportunities for you to teach yoga professionally around the world.

Deepen Your Practice: What Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Covers

Our program is meticulously designed to provide you with the in-depth understanding essential for teaching yoga effectively. The course extensively covers Techniques, Training, and Practice, including how to teach Asanas and Pranayama.

You will also delve into anatomy, physiology, the concepts of Ayurveda, and the profound philosophy of yoga. Furthermore, we will teach you how to plan, effectively teach, and assess yoga classes within this program. This 200-hour yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh is crafted to give you a deep understanding of traditional Hatha Yoga and various other aspects of yoga, ultimately helping you to become a successful yoga teacher. The curriculum is structured to support your spiritual and physical evolution , making it ideal for both beginners and advanced students seeking a deeper dive into yoga.

During the course, we will teach you various yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, and other essential aspects of yoga. The curriculum also includes anatomy and physiology, yoga philosophy, and teaching methodology. Upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate recognizing you as a certified yoga teacher.

Why Choose Rishikesh for Your Yoga Teacher Training Journey?

Rishikesh stands as an unparalleled destination for yoga teacher training due to its rich cultural and spiritual heritage. This serene town in northern India, nestled amidst the foothills of the Himalayas, provides a peaceful and inspiring environment for learning and self-discovery. In Rishikesh, you will have the unique opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the practice of yoga, surrounded by nature and free from the distractions of daily life.

Beyond its tranquil setting, Rishikesh is home to a wealth of experienced and knowledgeable yoga teachers. During your 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, you will receive expert guidance from instructors who have dedicated their lives to the practice and teachings of yoga. They will generously share their wisdom and expertise, fostering your growth both personally and professionally.

Train with Excellence: Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram, Rishikesh

We invite you to train at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram, widely recognized as the best yoga school in Rishikesh. With over a decade of experience and more than 10,000 certified graduates, our ashram boasts world-class facilities and unparalleled expertise in yoga teacher training.

200-Hour Yoga TTC: Course Schedule & Fees

Our 200-hour hatha yoga teacher instructor course in Rishikesh is an intensive 21-day program. Each day features structured sessions covering yoga asana, theoretical knowledge (including yoga anatomy and philosophy), and dedicated self-study, ensuring a well-rounded and immersive learning experience for you.


  • 07 Jul - 28 Jul 2025
  • 05 Aug - 26 Aug 2025
  • 30 Aug - 20 Sep 2025
  • 23 Oct - 13 Nov 2025
  • 21 Nov - 12 Dec 2025
  • 16 Dec - 06 Jan 2026
  • 14 Jan - 04 Feb 2026
Yoga Teacher Training in India
$ 2100 USD
TWIN SHARED ROOM
$ 2750 USD
PRIVATE ROOM

Your Tuition Fee Includes:

  • 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training & Certification (RYT 200)
  • Course material, yoga mat, equipment & props
  • Comfortable accommodation (private or twin shared room)
  • Three nutritious vegetarian meals a day
During your free time, you can explore exciting activities such as Himalaya Darshan, trekking, river rafting, and visiting the vibrant Rishikesh market, all at your own expense.

Twin Shared Room Features:


  • Two comfortable single beds
  • Shower, AC, hot water, and Wi-Fi access
  • Delicious vegetarian breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Private Room Features


  • A comfortable double bed
  • Shower, AC, hot water, and Wi-Fi access
  • Shower, AC, hot water, and Wi-Fi access

Fee and Refund Policy

A 10% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your program booking. In special circumstances, the validity of the deposit may be extended, subject to evaluation on a case-by-case basis. The remaining balance must be paid in full before the program commences.

Evaluation and Certification: Your Path to RYT 200

A circular black and white logo with Reistered Yoga Teacher written around the top and RYT 200 Yoga Alliance in the center

Upon successful completion of the course, satisfactory performance in all evaluations (including the final assessment), and meeting the attendance requirements, graduating students will be issued a 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Certification from Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram.

Subsequently, you can choose to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200 upon payment of the required certification fee to Yoga Alliance. Detailed information regarding the accreditation process can be found on the Yoga Alliance’s official website.

Enhance Your Credentials: Government of India Recognized Yoga Certificate

You have the option to avail an additional "Certificate in Yoga" from HNBGU (Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University) for an extra fee. This prestigious yoga certificate is recognized by the Government of India, further enhancing your professional standing.

Yoga Alliance Certification: Setting International Standards

Yoga Alliance Certification guarantees that yoga teacher training programs meet rigorous international standards. Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh offers a 200-hour training program that is fully aligned with these esteemed standards. Graduates of our course receive a certificate, enabling them to register as RYT 200 (Registered Yoga Teacher) with Yoga Alliance.

What is Yoga Alliance?

Yoga Alliance is a globally recognized organization dedicated to promoting the authenticity and professionalism of yoga. It serves as a comprehensive registry for yoga teachers and schools, ensuring the quality and integrity of yoga education worldwide. Registered Yoga Schools (RYS) adhere to Yoga Alliance’s stringent standards, covering crucial areas such as curriculum, teaching methodology, and ethical guidelines.

Benefits of Your Yoga Alliance Teacher Training Certification

  • Global Recognition: As an RYT 200 certified teacher, you will be internationally recognized, empowering you to teach yoga anywhere in the world.
  • Professional Credibility: Our certification significantly enhances your credibility, showcasing that you've trained at a Yoga Alliance-approved school like Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram.
  • Networking Opportunities: Joining Yoga Alliance connects you to a vast global community of yoga teachers and professionals, providing invaluable support, collaboration, and inspiration.
  • Career Growth: Many yoga studios and employers prioritize certified teachers, giving you a competitive edge in your career.
  • Access to Resources: Certified members gain exclusive access to Yoga Alliance resources, including workshops, continuing education programs, and valuable industry updates.

Eligibility Criteria for 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

  • Yoga Experience: While prior experience in yoga is certainly beneficial, it is not mandatory for enrolling in our Core 200-hour Teacher Training Course (TTC).
  • Language Proficiency: Since all our courses are conducted in English, participants are expected to have reasonable proficiency in the language to ensure effective learning and communication.
  • Passion for Yoga: This program is specifically tailored for individuals who are deeply interested in yoga, whether you are embarking on your very first journey or seeking to significantly deepen your existing practice.

Skill Levels We Accommodate

Our program thoughtfully accommodates participants from diverse skill levels, ensuring a supportive and enriching experience for everyone:

  • Beginner: Perfect for those who are new to yoga and eager to learn its foundational practices.
  • Intermediate: Ideal for practitioners who wish to enhance their understanding and refine their techniques.

Prepare to immerse yourself in a truly transformative experience, regardless of your starting point!

Please Note: If a participant is found unfit or unable to finish the course for any reason, we reserve the right to cancel their enrollment without a refund. However, in certain situations, Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram may allow participants to complete the course later, at no extra cost.

Your Daily Schedule: A Structured Path to Yogic Immersion

Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program follows a meticulously planned daily schedule that aligns perfectly with Yoga Alliance standards. This ensures a balanced blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. With a well-structured routine, students like you will fully immerse themselves in the yogic lifestyle, promoting discipline, continuous learning, and profound personal growth.
Here’s a breakdown of your typical day:

Early Morning Routine

  • 5:45 am
  • Wake Up Call: Start your day with the gentle sound of the wake up bell, setting the tone for mindfulness and discipline.

  • 6:15 am to 6:30 am
  • Shakarma (Yogic Cleansing): Begin your morning with yogic cleansing techniques to purify and prepare your body for the day's practices.

  • 6:30 am to 6:45 am
  • Mantra Chanting: Engage in spiritual vibration through mantra chanting, creating a sense of harmony and grounding.

  • 6:45 am to 7:00 am
  • Pranayama Practice: Practice controlled breathing techniques that enhance energy levels, focus, and mental clarity.

  • 7:15 am to 8:45 am
  • Asana Practice: Dive into physical postures under the expert guidance of instructors, emphasizing alignment, strength, and flexibility.

Breakfast and Morning Studies

  • 9:00 am to 10:00 am
  • Breakfast: Enjoy a nutritious vegetarian breakfast designed to energize your body and support your yoga practice.

  • 10:30 am to 11:30 am
  • Yoga Darshan (Yoga Philosophy): Explore the ancient wisdom of yoga philosophy, understanding its ethical and spiritual foundations.

  • 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
  • Yoga Anatomy and Physiology: Deepen your knowledge of the human body and learn how to apply this understanding to asana practice and teaching

Afternoon Activities

  • 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
  • Lunch: Relish a wholesome vegetarian meal in a serene environment, nourishing your body and mind.

  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
  • Swadhyaya (Self-Study): Dedicate this time to personal study, reflection, or reviewing course material to reinforce your learning.

  • 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
  • Yoga Workshop: Enhance your asana practice by focusing on alignment, adjustments, and variations. Develop precision and deepen your understanding of poses.

Evening Practice and Relaxation

  • 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
  • Asana Practice: Continue to refine your physical practice, building strength and confidence under expert supervision.

  • 6:45 pm to 7:15 pm
  • Dharna & Dhyana (Concentration & Meditation): Calm your mind with concentration and meditation techniques that cultivate mindfulness and inner peace.

Winding Down

  • 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  • Dinner: Conclude the day with a light and nutritious vegetarian dinner, promoting restful sleep.

  • 9:00 pm
  • Lights Out: Embrace early rest as part of the yogic lifestyle, ensuring you’re refreshed for the next day’s journey.

Please note: Daily schedule is subject to change on teacher's discretion

Weekly Shatkarma Schedule:

  • First Week Tuesday - Jalneti
  • First Week Saturday - Kunjal
  • Second Week Saturday - Rubber Neti
  • Third Week Saturday - Shankprakshalan

Why Our Structured Schedule Matters

This structured schedule balances physical, mental, and spiritual elements to help students immerse in the yogic way of life. It encourages discipline, self-awareness, and transformation, laying the foundation for a successful yoga teaching career.

What You’ll Learn: Our Comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training Syllabus

Explore our comprehensive syllabus, which includes:

  • Yoga Philosophy: Delve into ancient yogic texts and ethics, understanding the roots of your practice.
  • Asanas: Master traditional yoga postures with proper alignment and adjustments to teach safely and effectively.
  • Pranayama: Learn powerful breathing techniques to enhance your physical and mental well-being.
  • Meditation Practices: Cultivate mindfulness and inner peace through various meditation techniques.
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Gain essential knowledge of the human body to teach yoga safely and effectively.
  • Teaching Methodology: Develop your teaching skills, build confidence, and learn to truly connect with your future students.

115 Hours

Techniques, Training and Practice

Asana | Assignment | Pranayama | Meditation

20 Hours

Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy | Physiology

30 Hours

Yoga Humanities

History | Philosophy | Ethics

55 Hours

Professional Essentials

Teaching Methodology | Professional Development | Practicum

Key Areas of Learning in Detail:


Chanting the mantras: Body cleansing techniques (Shat karma)

Mantras are believed to deeply penetrate the human mind. These elements of Sanskrit language are constantly chanted to regulate the vibration of all aspects of your being, exerting an eternal influence. One of the significant benefits of mantra chanting is its ability to help reduce mental stress. Scientifically termed mantropathy, it is widely practiced for healing the body and mind, as well as for eliminating negative energies in the environment.


Asana study: correct alignment, variations, modifications to minimize injuries

Shatkarma is a series of six yogic techniques that purify the body and prepare it for the journey towards moksha, or liberation. Shatkarma eases and correctly aligns the flow of prana, or the internal life force, enabling us to perform meditation for extended periods, which is crucial for the spiritual journey.


Art of sequencing and improvisation in the classroom

Asanas are one of the fundamental elements of yoga. Each asana brings specific positive attributes, from the alignment of body posture. For instance, they aid in the elimination of toxins, weight loss, promoting general health, alleviating fatigue, and relaxing the mind.


Efficient and intelligent: use of props to help improve practice in its early stages

As different bodies possess varying flexibility and strength profiles, it becomes essential for the teacher to understand these nuances and intelligently utilize props to deliver teachings and engage with the class. Our 200-hour yoga teacher training program will help you understand these subtleties in a much more efficient manner.


Mindful breathing techniques (Pranayama)

Every breath you take is a source of Prana, or the internal life force. The conscious practice of this simple process can bring magical transformation to every aspect of your life. Our teacher training program will introduce this concept and teach you how to integrate it with every single yoga asana. Some of the benefits you will experience include improved blood flow, body detoxification, and better digestion, among others.


Meditation (Dhyana)

A deeper level of meditation and concentration aimed at knowing the truth is referred to as Dhyana. Dhyana forms the pathway to achieve Samadhi, which produces infinite bliss, the ultimate goal of Yoga.


Fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology

Understanding human anatomy will help you better comprehend yoga and its various aspects. This knowledge will also assist in achieving holistic health and in applying yoga practice therapies.


Yoga philosophy, ideas and hypotheses

Yoga is an ancient philosophy. To become a competent yoga teacher, one must thoroughly understand the philosophy and ideas associated with it. Additionally, you should be able to effectively share these same ideologies with your students. Our 200-hour TTC yoga in Rishikesh ensures you are equipped to share this profound philosophy with the world.


Building Confidence Through Teaching Practice

Teaching yoga is an intricate interplay of body, mind, and soul, demanding immense clarity in thoughts and actions. The 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh ensures that enthusiasts like you are open to learning the skill of teaching and enables you to do justice to your knowledge and the trust your future students will place in you.

Meet Our Expert Yoga Faculty at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram

Our team at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram comprises highly qualified yoga teachers, experienced Ayurveda doctors, and skilled therapists, recognized among the best in India. Each instructor undergoes rigorous in-house training to meet the exacting standards of the Yoga Alliance syllabus and our own high-quality education system.

For every Yoga Teacher Training batch, we assign 3 to 4 experienced instructors specializing not only in asanas but also in the other seven limbs of Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, ensuring a holistic and immersive yoga experience for you. Our dedicated team is led by an E-RYT certified trainer with extensive teaching expertise.

We invite you to visit our "Yoga Teachers" page at https://abhayaranya.com/yoga-teachersto learn more about our dedicated faculty.

FAQs - Your Questions Answered About Yoga Courses in Rishikesh at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram

It is a foundational course designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge of yoga, including asanas, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, and effective teaching techniques. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for Yoga Alliance certification.

Rishikesh, known as the "Yoga Capital of the World," offers a spiritually rich environment and serene natural surroundings, making it an ideal place to immerse yourself in authentic yoga practices.

Yes, Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram is registered with Yoga Alliance, ensuring that its programs meet international standards for yoga teacher training. For more info, please visit:
Yoga Alliance School Profile and Reviews for Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram https://bit.ly/yoga-alliance-abhayaranya

Graduates receive a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate (RYT 200) accredited by Yoga Alliance, enabling them to teach yoga globally.

The course includes asanas, pranayama, meditation, yoga anatomy, philosophy, teaching methodologies, and hands-on practice in a holistic approach to yoga education.

Yes, the program is designed for practitioners of all levels. Beginners are welcome and will be guided to build a strong foundation in yoga.

A typical day includes yoga and meditation sessions, theory classes, practical teaching practice, nourishing meals, and time for reflection and relaxation.

The ashram provides comfortable single or twin shared accommodations with essential amenities in a serene environment to support your learning journey.

Yes, the program includes nutritious vegetarian meals prepared based on Ayurvedic principles to promote holistic well being.

The program typically spans 21 days, offering an immersive experience to delve deep into yoga practice and philosophy.

Focus on basic yoga practice, physical fitness, and mental readiness. You’ll receive pre arrival guidance from the ashram to help you prepare.

You can apply through the Abhayaranya.com website by filling out the application form. Our team will guide you through the registration process.

Graduates can stay connected with the ashram through alumni networks, online resources, and follow-up guidance to help continue their yoga journey.

How to Register for the Course

Securing your spot in our program is a simple and straightforward process:

  • Submit the online application form.
  • Pay the 10% non-refundable deposit to confirm your booking.
  • Settle the remaining course fee upon your arrival at the ashram.

Summary: Your Transformative 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

With over a decade of experience in Yoga teaching, Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram deeply understands the essence of Yoga, as well as the challenges posed by modern lifestyles in dedicating time for its practice. This understanding led us to create short, intensive 200-hour yoga teacher training options in Rishikesh.

Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC) offered by Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram is an all-inclusive yoga course conducted over a period of 21 days. This short-duration intensive course is ideal for both yoga enthusiasts and aspiring yoga professionals who wish to deepen their yoga experience or complete their 200 Hour Yoga TTC.

The 200-hour YTTC is a beginner-level yoga course, and you do not need any prior knowledge or experience of yoga to participate. It is open to all yoga practitioners who wish to sharpen their knowledge and practice of yoga. The course will undoubtedly develop your yoga skills and techniques, significantly improving your personal practice.

In fact, our 200-hour yoga teacher training lays a strong foundation, ensuring you make excellent progress in your grasp of yoga theory and practicality. The yoga instructors assigned for the course have years of experience in various yoga techniques and will provide you with an exceptional yoga learning experience.

There are numerous benefits to completing a 200-hour yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh, including:
  • Personal Growth: During your training, you will have the profound opportunity to delve deep into your yoga practice, leading to significant personal growth and self-discovery.
  • Career Opportunities: After successfully completing your teacher training course, you will be empowered to start teaching yoga and potentially build a fulfilling career out of it.
  • Improved Health: Regular yoga practice is proven to improve physical and mental health. Our 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh will deepen your understanding of the practice and its many benefits.
  • Community: During your training, you will meet like-minded individuals and form meaningful connections and relationships that will truly last a lifetime.

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