A Registered Yoga School (RYS®) with Yoga Alliance, USA, offering internationally recognized Yoga Teacher Training courses in the spiritual heart of Rishikesh, India.
Learn authentic Hatha, Ashtanga, Aerial Yoga, Meditation, and Yogic Lifestyle from experienced Indian yoga instructors.
Yoga Teacher Training in India
Rishikesh Yog Kendra is a Yoga Alliance registered yoga school in Rishikesh, India. Our residential 200 hour and 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training courses lead to RYT 200 and RYT 300 certification. Shorter courses and retreats carry a school certificate. Every programme covers asana, philosophy, anatomy, pranayama and meditation.
"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self".
Welcome to Rishikesh Yog Kendra. If you are looking for the best yoga teacher training courses in Rishikesh, India, you will find a school that teaches yoga the way it has been taught here for generations. We offer certified courses including 100 hour YTTC, 200 hour YTTC and 300 hour YTTC programmes. You can also join separate courses in Aerial Yoga and Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga, or a shorter mindfulness yoga retreat.
The teaching starts from the basics, so beginners can learn from scratch, and moves on to more advanced practice. Class sizes stay small and you can speak to your instructors directly whenever something is unclear. Accommodation, meals and daily needs are taken care of on campus, so you can give your attention to the training itself.
Trained at our campus.
Teaching traditional yoga.
RYT 200 and RYT 300.
Why Choose Rishikesh Yog Kendra?
Rishikesh Yog Kendra teaches yoga in the tradition it was handed down in, while keeping the training practical for people who intend to teach. We combine traditional and modern methods so students understand every aspect of yoga, and we pass on that knowledge the way our sages did.
- A traditional lineage. We teach through the Guru–Shishya relationship, where knowledge passes directly from teacher to student.
- Experienced Indian teachers. Our faculty includes International Yoga Asana champions who have taught here for years.
- Yoga Alliance registration. The 200 hour and 300 hour courses are registered with Yoga Alliance, USA, leading to RYT 200 and RYT 300.
- Small groups. Classes are kept small so every student gets personal attention and hands-on correction.
- An international group. Students join us from all over the world, and the training is taught in English.
- A quiet residential campus. Rooms, satvik meals and daily needs are included, so nothing pulls you away from the practice.
What Makes Rishikesh the Best Place for Yoga Teacher Training?
Rishikesh sits where the Ganga leaves the Himalayas, and it has drawn yogis for centuries. Ashrams, daily aarti on the riverbank and a long teaching tradition make it a place where yoga is part of ordinary life rather than a class you attend. That setting is why students travel here to train.
- A spiritual atmosphere. The town keeps a quiet, contemplative rhythm that supports long days of practice.
- The Himalayas. Training takes place in the foothills, with mountain air and sunrise views from the campus.
- The river Ganga. The riverbank is used for practice, and for temple visits and evening ceremonies.
- Traditional ashrams. Rishikesh has hosted teachers and seekers for generations, and that culture is still active.
- An authentic yoga culture. Teachers here have learned in the same tradition they now pass on.
- A yogic lifestyle. Satvik food, early mornings and simple living come naturally in this environment.
Rishikesh is known for its spiritual ambience and its natural scenery, and it is the ideal place to immerse yourself in yoga. Surrounded by the Himalayan mountains and the river Ganges, our yoga course in Rishikesh and its location offer a tranquil environment for practising ancient yoga traditions.
For centuries, Rishikesh has been a sacred destination for yogis seeking eternal truth, Moksha and Nirvana. The energy of countless yogis blesses the mountains, rivers and yoga halls, creating an atmosphere that naturally guides you towards your yoga goals.
Our Yoga School in Rishikesh carries on this tradition, teaching yoga through the Guru (Teacher) – Shishya (Student) lineage. We focus on Vinyasa Yoga and Hatha Yoga, both essential for balancing the body's energy channels. Our Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh covers everything you need to become a skilled yoga teacher, including anatomy and physiology of yoga, adjustment and alignment of asanas, pranayama, traditional yoga philosophy, meditation and mantra chanting.
Our experienced teachers, who are International Yoga Asana champions, are among the best in Rishikesh. They guide students towards their highest potential, and classes are kept small so everyone receives personal attention. This is how students gain the knowledge and skills to reach their own goals.
As one of the best yoga schools in Rishikesh, we teach the physical, mental and spiritual sides of yoga, helping you bring discipline to body, mind and soul. Our programmes show you how to lead a peaceful and steady life through regular practice.
Join our Yoga TTC in Rishikesh and begin a journey that certifies you as a yoga teacher and also builds a lifelong practice.
Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher Training Courses
Our 200 hour and 300 hour courses are registered with Yoga Alliance, USA. Graduates who complete them are eligible to apply for Yoga Alliance certification as RYT 200 or RYT 300.
The 100 hour course is a foundation-level programme built for beginners and personal practice. On successful completion you receive a Rishikesh Yog Kendra school certificate. It is not registered with Yoga Alliance and does not lead to RYT status, though many students take it before going on to the 200 hour training.
11 Days
100 Hours Yoga Teacher Training
School Certificate Does not qualify for Yoga Alliance registration.A foundation-level start for beginners, rooted in classical yoga traditions. It also prepares you for advanced training such as the 200 hour course.
22 Days
200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga Alliance RegisteredDeepen your practice and learn to teach, combining classical yoga, meditation and mindful living across 22 residential days in Rishikesh.
28 Days
300 Hours Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga Alliance RegisteredAn intensive advanced course in Ashtanga and Vinyasa yoga, designed to deepen both your own practice and your teaching over 28 residential days.
Why Become a Certified Yoga Teacher
A teacher training course gives you two things at once: a qualification you can teach with, and a much deeper understanding of your own practice. Most of our students arrive wanting one and leave valuing both.
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International Recognition
Yoga Alliance is recognised worldwide, so an RYT 200 or RYT 300 credential travels with you wherever you decide to teach.
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Career Opportunities
Teach at studios, retreats or online, run your own classes, or add yoga to work you already do in wellness, fitness or therapy.
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Confidence to Teach
You practise teaching from the first week, with feedback on sequencing, cueing and hands-on adjustment until leading a class feels natural.
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Personal Transformation
Weeks of daily practice, simple food and early mornings change more than your asana. Most students say this is what stays with them.
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A Deeper Understanding
Anatomy, philosophy, pranayama and meditation studied together, so you understand why a practice works and not only how to perform it.
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A Practice for Life
You leave with a self-practice you can sustain at home, and a teaching foundation you can keep building on for years.
Not sure which course fits where you are right now?
Yoga Retreats
Not everyone arrives wanting to teach. Our retreats are shorter residential stays built around daily practice, rest and time in the Himalayan foothills - with no assessment and no teaching requirement.
6 Days
Mindfulness Retreat
A six-day residential retreat for stress relief, with guided meditation and beginner-friendly yoga in the Himalayan foothills.
10 Days
Swadhyay Yoga Retreat
Ten days of daily yoga, meditation and quiet self-study, set in the Himalayan foothills beside the river Ganga.
10 Days
Vedic Yoga Retreat
A ten-day retreat with daily yoga, meditation, vegetarian meals and guided temple visits in the Himalayas.
Panchakarma & Ayurveda Course
Traditional Ayurvedic detoxification and rejuvenation, offered as several programme lengths to suit the time you have.
Specialised Yoga Teacher Training Programs
These shorter programmes suit teachers adding a speciality, and practitioners who want to go deep in one area without committing to a full teacher training. Each carries a Rishikesh Yog Kendra school certificate unless the card states otherwise.
7 Days
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
School CertificateLearn Yin yoga alongside functional anatomy, mindfulness and healing practices, taught by experienced teachers.
7 Days
Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training
School CertificateLearn safe, effective yoga practices for pregnancy and postnatal care, and how to teach them with confidence.
50 Hours
Aerial Yoga Teacher Training
School CertificateAdd aerial yoga to your teaching, blending traditional yoga foundations with modern aerial technique.
Sound Healing Teacher Training
School CertificateLearn sound therapy and meditation using singing bowls and traditional instruments, in a quiet Himalayan setting.
Yoga Teacher Training in Spanish
Taught in SpanishOur 200 and 300 hour teacher training, taught in Spanish in Rishikesh. Both are registered with Yoga Alliance, USA.
2 Months
Online Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga Alliance RegisteredTwo months of live guided classes you can join from anywhere, with lifetime access to the course material.
What You’ll Learn During the Training
Every course covers the same seven areas. How deep you go in each depends on the level you choose, but nobody leaves having only learned postures.
Full syllabus, daily schedule and assessment details are on each course page.
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Yoga Philosophy
Classical texts and the roots of yoga, taught so they connect to how you practise and teach rather than staying theory.
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Asana Practice
Traditional Hatha and Vinyasa Flow, with alignment and hands-on adjustment worked on daily.
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Anatomy & Physiology
How the body moves and where it is vulnerable, so you can sequence and adjust a class safely.
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Pranayama
Breathing techniques, along with the bandhas and mudras that support them.
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Meditation
Guided and self-directed practice, plus mantra and mantra chanting.
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Teaching Methodology
Sequencing, cueing, class structure and practice teaching, with feedback before you are assessed.
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Yogic Lifestyle
Shatkarma cleansing, satvik food and a daily rhythm of early mornings, applied for the length of the course.
Discover Life At Rishikesh Yog Kendra
Training here is residential, so the course is also where you live for the month. Mornings start early with practice, meals are satvik and taken together, and afternoons leave room for study, rest or walking down to the Ganga. Students arrive from all over the world and usually leave having made friends in several of them.
- 6 AMPractice begins
- 3Satvik meals daily
- SmallClass sizes
- TapovanCampus location
YTTC Accommodation & Food
Our Yoga center in Rishikesh provides the best facilities to the future yogis, such as rooms, lunch, dinner, breakfast, etc. We ensure that we provide good-quality food, including fresh fruits and vegetables, in this best yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh, India. Participants do not need to pay other charges than their course fee for accommodation and food. All these facilities are included in this yoga teacher course in Rishikesh. Along with it, the students have the choice to opt for single or shared rooms.
The management of our yoga school in Rishikesh takes care of the room's cleanliness and offers the required amenities to the students. Our rooms have the maximum space so that every participant can meditate and practice asanas without any issues. We also provide a free wifi facility to the students, which is also included in our yoga courses. Apart from this, the beautiful view of the mountains when sunrises will be a memorable moment for the participants while joining our yoga teacher training course in India. Rooms have all the necessary things that are required for the students, along with the attached washroom.
School Campus
Deluxe Room
Food
How about the Yoga Teacher Training In Rishikesh, India ?
If you're considering to join a yoga teacher training course in Rishikesh, India, it's obvious to have questions. Our team is here to help and address any concerns you may have and provide additional information about our programs. We understand that choosing the best yoga ttc in Rishikesh is a big decision, and we want to ensure that you have all the information you need to make an informed choice. Don't feel hesitant to reach out to us with any questions you may have about our programs, our facilities or anything else related to your yoga teacher training journey. We're here to support you on every step of the way.
Our Astounding Yoga Teachers - YTTC in Rishikesh, India
At Rishikesh Yog Kendra, we proudly showcase our experienced yoga gurus who are instrumental in shaping the knowledge and practice of yoga enthusiasts. Our yoga gurus are not only experienced and certified but also deeply passionate about imparting the transformative wisdom of yoga. They play a vital role in our renowned Yoga Teacher Training Course in India, where students immerse themselves in the rich tradition of yoga amidst the serene landscapes of Rishikesh.
What Our Happy Students Say About Us
Chriss Christina
200 Hour Yoga TTC
"I completed a 200-hour course in March 2026. It was very engaging, educational, and unforgettable. The atmosphere was cozy and friendly, and the people who work there in the administration and kitchen were pleasant. I want to highlight the teachers of hatha, vinyasa, anatomy, and philosophy. The power yoga and shatkarma were also fascinating. The food was nutritious and allowed me to maintain a light body and clear mind for our practices. The room was comfortable enough for solo use. A practice on the beach by the Ganga, a trip to the temple in the mountains, and a sound healing session were also organized. I recommend this school for training and plan to return next year."
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Sohini Ghosh
200 YTTC + 85 Hr Prenatal Postnatal
"I did my 200YTTC + 85 hr prenatal/postnatal course from Rishikesh Yogkendra, and they gave me an experience of a lifetime. The vibe of the place has stayed with me. The teachers are experts and they left no scope in passing the knowledge to us, the rooms were clean and cozy, the environment was green and unbelievably peaceful, the food, even though being Satvik, had variety and was tasty, and the management staff was very helpful throughout. If you are planning to do a course and you are confused, you should definitely go for it without doubt."
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Mari Murugan (Muru)
200 Hour Yoga TTC
"An unforgettable experience! Completing my 200-hour YTT at Rishikesh Yog Kendra was the best decision I made. The center is filled with warmth, wisdom, and genuine passion for yoga. Every class was meaningful, and the environment was so peaceful and ideal for diving deep into the yoga journey. The teachers are amazing, the vibe is peace and everything was perfectly aligned to support deep learning and self-growth. The classes were well structured and the teachings were authentic, and the energy of Rishikesh added so much depth to the journey. Grateful for this beautiful chapter in my life. I'll carry this knowledge with me always. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a genuine yoga experience and spiritual enrichment..!"
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Amrita Pritam
200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC
"I have completed 200 hours and 50 hours aerial yoga teacher training course here (Rishikesh Yog Kendra). The intensive training here for nearly a month is very fulfilling and satisfying. I am really lucky to meet many professional teachers here (Rishikesh Yog Kendra), which makes me more confident. The teachers are very professional and patient, the courses are solid - hatha, Anatomy, Ashtanga, vinyasa, meditation, and philosophy. They give us in-depth and practical knowledge. Very good at listening to students' voices. Enjoy class every day. Thank you very much."
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