Hatha Yoga
Build a strong foundation in traditional Hatha Yoga through systematic practice.
RISHIKESH, INDIA
Traditional • Transformative • Authentic
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Transform Your Life. Inspire the World.
ABOUT THIS TRAINING
Immerse yourself in a traditional yet practical 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, designed to deepen your personal practice and build a strong foundation in the authentic teachings of yoga. Explore Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, Yoga Philosophy, Ashtanga Yoga, Meditation, Anatomy, Alignment and Teaching Methodology through a balanced combination of practice, study and guided learning. Whether you are beginning your teaching journey or looking to deepen your understanding of yoga, this immersive training offers the knowledge, discipline and confidence to develop a meaningful personal practice and teach with greater clarity and authenticity.
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Duration
24 Days
Course Starts
02nd
Every Month
Location
Rishikesh, India
Format
Residential
Accommodation & meals
Your Course Includes
Stay
Vegetarian Food
Daily Sessions
Study Notes
Excursions
Certification
Free Airport Pickup
From Dehradun (DED) Airport
Arrive with ease. We'll pick you up from Dehradun Airport and bring you to the school.
IncludedBuild the Foundation. Live the Practice.
Traditional Practice
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Deeper Study
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Teaching Skills
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Personal Growth
The 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is the stage where yoga becomes a complete daily discipline rather than a collection of individual techniques. In Rishikesh, practice, study, observation and community come together in a residential environment designed to build a dependable foundation.
What You Will Learn
Pranayama
Develop breath awareness and explore classical pranayama techniques.
Yoga Philosophy
Study yogic philosophy and learn how its principles relate to daily life.
Ashtanga Yoga
Explore structured practice, breath-movement coordination and mindful progression.
Teaching Methodology
Develop practical skills for planning, demonstrating and teaching yoga classes.
Course Curriculum
A Complete Journey Through Yoga
Explore the subjects and practices included in the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, from traditional yoga practice and philosophy to anatomy, teaching methodology and assessment.
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Curriculum Focus
Hatha Yoga
Build a strong foundation in traditional Hatha Yoga through systematic asana practice, breath awareness, mindful movement and understanding of the relationship between body and mind.
- Introduction to Hatha Yoga
- Principles of Hatha Yoga Practice
- Traditional Hatha Yoga Asanas
- Surya Namaskar
- Standing Asanas
- Sitting Asanas
- Forward Bending Asanas
- Backbending Asanas
- Twisting Asanas
- Hip Opening Asanas
- Balancing Asanas
- Inversion Foundations
- Restorative Asanas
- Breath and Movement Coordination
- Benefits and Contraindications of Asanas
- Developing a Personal Hatha Yoga Practice
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Curriculum Focus
Pranayama
Explore traditional yogic breathing practices and develop an understanding of breath awareness, regulation, concentration and safe application of pranayama.
- Introduction to Pranayama
- Relationship Between Breath and Mind
- Natural Breath Awareness
- Basic Breathing Practices
- Dirgha Pranayama
- Nadi Shodhana
- Ujjayi Pranayama
- Bhastrika Pranayama
- Kapalabhati
- Bhramari Pranayama
- Sheetali Pranayama
- Sheetkari Pranayama
- Breath Retention
- Introduction to Bandhas
- Pranayama Practice and Observation
- Benefits, Precautions and Contraindications
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Curriculum Focus
Yoga Philosophy
Study the philosophical foundations of yoga and explore how traditional yogic teachings can be understood and integrated into daily life and personal practice.
- Meaning and Definition of Yoga
- History and Development of Yoga
- Classical Foundations of Yoga
- The Eight Limbs of Yoga
- Yamas
- Niyamas
- Asana
- Pranayama
- Pratyahara
- Dharana
- Dhyana
- Samadhi
- Introduction to the Yoga Sutras
- Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita
- Karma and Selfless Action
- Self-Study and Svadhyaya
- Yogic Lifestyle and Daily Living
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Curriculum Focus
Ashtanga Yoga
Develop familiarity with the traditional Ashtanga Yoga approach through structured practice, breath coordination, movement awareness and progressive understanding of the practice.
- Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
- Principles of Ashtanga Practice
- Breath and Movement Synchronisation
- Ujjayi Breathing in Practice
- Drishti
- Bandhas and Internal Awareness
- Sun Salutation A
- Sun Salutation B
- Standing Sequence
- Fundamental Asanas
- Seated Practice
- Twisting and Forward Bending
- Backbending Foundations
- Finishing Sequence
- Relaxation and Integration
- Developing a Consistent Practice
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Curriculum Focus
Yoga Anatomy
Understand the basic structure and function of the human body and learn how anatomy relates to yoga movement, posture, breathing and safe practice.
- Introduction to Yoga Anatomy
- Anatomical Terminology
- Planes and Directions of Movement
- Skeletal System
- Spinal Anatomy
- Major Joints and Their Movement
- Muscular System
- Major Muscle Groups Used in Yoga
- Muscle Engagement and Relaxation
- Shoulder and Hip Mechanics
- Knee and Ankle Considerations
- Respiratory System
- Breathing and Physiology
- Nervous System and Yoga
- Movement Awareness
- Common Practice Considerations
- Injury Prevention and Safe Practice
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Curriculum Focus
Teaching Methodology
Develop the practical skills required to plan, communicate and teach safe and meaningful yoga classes with clarity, confidence and awareness of individual students.
- Qualities and Responsibilities of a Yoga Teacher
- Preparing for a Yoga Class
- Understanding Student Needs
- Class Structure
- Creating a Balanced Sequence
- Sequencing Principles
- Verbal Instructions
- Demonstration Skills
- Use of Voice and Language
- Observation Skills
- Giving Clear Instructions
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Managing a Group Class
- Teaching Different Levels of Students
- Introduction to Modifications
- Practice Teaching
- Giving and Receiving Feedback
- Developing Teacher Confidence
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Curriculum Focus
Alignment & Adjustment
Learn practical principles of alignment and appropriate hands-on and verbal guidance to help students develop safer, more aware and effective yoga practices.
- Understanding Alignment in Yoga
- Principles of Functional Alignment
- Body Awareness and Proprioception
- Alignment in Standing Asanas
- Alignment in Sitting Asanas
- Alignment in Forward Bends
- Alignment in Backbends
- Alignment in Twisting Asanas
- Alignment in Hip Openers
- Alignment in Balancing Asanas
- Introduction to Inversion Alignment
- Verbal Alignment Cues
- Hands-Off Adjustment Techniques
- Introduction to Hands-On Adjustments
- Respect and Consent in Adjustments
- Individual Student Considerations
- Safe Adjustment Principles
- Practical Adjustment Sessions
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Curriculum Focus
Meditation
Explore traditional and practical approaches to meditation, concentration and mindfulness while developing a consistent personal meditation practice.
- Introduction to Meditation
- Purpose and Benefits of Meditation
- Preparing the Body for Meditation
- Meditation Posture
- Breath Awareness
- Concentration Practices
- Mindfulness Practice
- Guided Meditation
- Mantra Meditation
- Silent Meditation
- Witnessing Awareness
- Managing Distractions
- Developing Concentration
- Meditation and Emotional Awareness
- Creating a Daily Meditation Practice
- Teaching Basic Meditation Practices
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Curriculum Focus
Assessment
Complete practical and theoretical assessments designed to review your understanding, personal practice and ability to apply the knowledge gained throughout the training.
- Written Theory Assessment
- Asana Knowledge Assessment
- Pranayama Assessment
- Yoga Philosophy Assessment
- Anatomy and Physiology Assessment
- Teaching Methodology Assessment
- Class Sequencing Assessment
- Practical Teaching Assessment
- Alignment and Adjustment Assessment
- Meditation Practice Assessment
- Individual Feedback
- Final Teaching Evaluation
- Course Completion Review
Daily Rhythm
A Typical
A Typical
Day
A balanced rhythm
for a deeper you.
At Adi Yogpeeth, each day is mindfully structured to balance practice, study, nourishment, rest and self-reflection. This rhythm creates the ideal environment for deep learning, inner growth and a more conscious way of living.
Discipline in daily life
— B. K. S. Iyengar
creates freedom in life.
Practice
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Learn
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Nourish
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Integrate
•
Evolve
Daily Schedule
Adi Yogpeeth
05:30 AM
Wake Up & Morning Preparation
06:00 T0 07:30 AM
Hatha Yoga
07:45 To 08:45 AM
Pranayama
09:00 To 10:00 AM
Breakfast
10:15 To 11:15 AM
Yoga Philosophy & Theory
11:30 To 12:30 PM
Yoga Anatomy
13:00 To 14:00 PM
Lunch
14:00 PM
Rest & Self Study
16:00 To 17:30 PM
Ashtanga Yoga
18:00 To 19:00 PM
Meditation
20:00 PM
Self Study & Personal Time
The curriculum brings together practical yoga training, traditional yogic knowledge, anatomy, teaching skills, alignment, meditation and assessment to provide a structured foundation for yoga teaching.
Your journey begins
with the right plan.
Choose your intake and where you'd like to stay. Your choices carry straight into your inquiry.
Select your course date
Every month: check in on the 1st, classes run 2nd–24th, check out on the 25th.
Select accommodation
Prices are for the full course package.
Included
- Yoga Teacher Training
- Accommodation
- Daily Vegetarian Meals
- Herbal Tea
- Drinking Water
- Wi-Fi
- Course Materials
- Yoga Teacher Training Certificate
- Dehradun Airport Pickup
- Course Excursions
Not included
- International Flights
- Visa Fees
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Laundry
- Airport Drop-off
- Additional Nights
- Personal Activities
Online registration: $200 USD + 5% online transaction charge. The remaining balance is paid on arrival.
Why Choose This Training
What Makes the Best 200 Hour YTT in Rishikesh?
The 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is the stage where yoga becomes a complete daily discipline. Practice, philosophy, anatomy, meditation and teaching methodology come together in a residential programme designed to build a dependable foundation for teaching.
Who This Course Is For
Designed for practitioners and aspiring teachers who want to deepen their personal practice and develop the knowledge, discipline and confidence to begin teaching.
Yoga Teacher Training Certification
Students who successfully complete the required training receive the applicable 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification. The configuration identifies Yoga Alliance USA as the certification authority.
When to Come
The programme starts on the 02nd of every month. Check-in is on the 01st, with the monthly training schedule running through the 24th.
How Your 200 Hours Are Structured
A complete foundation in practice, understanding and teaching
100hrs
Techniques & Practice
Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Nidra & energy practices.
20hrs
Anatomy & Physiology
Skeletal, muscular & energetic anatomy applied to yoga.
20hrs
Yoga Humanities
Mantra, philosophy, therapy & the lifestyle of yoga.
20hrs
Professional Essentials
Teaching methodology, alignment & evaluation.
Before You Choose
How to Choose a 200 Hour YTT in Rishikesh
Before booking a 200 Hour programme, compare the curriculum, teacher experience, residential environment, certification, group learning and what is included.
After Graduation
Leave with a stronger personal practice, a clearer understanding of traditional yoga and a foundation for beginning to teach with structure, awareness and responsibility.
Curriculum Check that practice, philosophy, anatomy, pranayama, meditation and teaching methodology are connected.
Teacher Experience Look for practical guidance, observation and feedback throughout the learning process.
Residential Environment Consider how accommodation, meals and the daily routine support immersive study.
Certification Understand the certificate awarded and the stated certification authority before enrolling.
What Is Included Review training, accommodation, meals, course materials, airport pickup and excursions.
Location Consider whether the Rishikesh environment suits your goals for practice, study and reflection.
See Dates & Fees
24 days · starts 02nd every month · from $549 USD
Certification
One Certificate.
A Meaningful Milestone.
Upon successful completion of the 200-hour training, you will receive an Adi Yogpeeth Yoga Teacher Training Certificate for the programme you have completed.
The certificate recognizes your successful completion of the training, your dedicated practice and the learning completed during your time at Adi Yogpeeth.
200
HOUR
PROGRAMME
PROGRAMME
Practice · Learn · Transform
YA
Recognition
Yoga Alliance Registered School
Adi Yogpeeth is a Yoga Alliance registered school. Programme registration and applicable Yoga Alliance recognition depend on the specific training and its requirements.
Your Programme
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate
Your certificate reflects the exact training programme successfully completed at Adi Yogpeeth.
Beyond the Paper
Your Practice Continues
Carry the knowledge, discipline and awareness developed through your training into your teaching and daily life.
BEYOND THE MAT
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EXPLORE THE SACRED HIMALAYAS
Discover Rishikesh Beyond Your Yoga Practice
Your time at Adi Yogpeeth is more than daily practice. During designated rest periods, experience the rivers, temples, Himalayan landscapes and cultural heritage that make Rishikesh a destination for seekers.
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SPIRITUAL
SACRED RISHIKESH
Ganga Aarti
Witness the evening Ganga Aarti in Rishikesh and experience a deeply meaningful moment of prayer, light and devotion on the banks of the sacred Ganga.
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RISHIKESH IS PART OF THE JOURNEY
Explore All Experiences →
Practice • Explore • Reflect • Experience
Our Teachers
Guided by Experience, Rooted in Tradition
Learn from dedicated teachers who bring traditional yogic knowledge, practical experience and personal guidance into every class.
Hatha Yoga Teacher
Ganesh Ji
Hatha Yoga · Alignment & Adjustment
Master’s in Yogic Science
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Meditation & Ayurveda Teacher
Yogi Kannan Ji
Meditation · Ayurveda · Marma Therapy
Ayurveda / Varma-Marma
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Kundalini Teacher
Praveen Ji
Kundalini · Meditation · Yoga Philosophy
Kundalini · Meditation · Philosophy
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Yoga Philosophy Teacher
Joshan Ji
Yoga Philosophy · Sutras · Bhagavad Gita
Master’s in Yoga · RYT 500
View ProfilePranayama & Shatkarma Teacher
Ritu Ji
Pranayama · Shatkarma · Yoga Therapy
B.Sc. Yoga Therapy
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Yoga Anatomy Teacher
Dependra Ji
Anatomy · Physiology · Body Mechanics
Anatomy · Physiology · Yoga
View ProfileAshtanga Vinyasa Teacher
Jay Bhatt Ji
Ashtanga · Hatha · Pranayama · Alignment
Ashram-based Yogic Training
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Hatha & Ashtanga Teacher
Mukesh Ji
Hatha · Ashtanga · Vinyasa · Shatkarma
M.A. in Yogic Science
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Yoga Anatomy Teacher
Op Ji
Anatomy · Physiology · Body Mechanics
Anatomy · Physiology · Yoga
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STUDENT VOICES
Stories That Inspire
Real experiences. Deeper transformations.
Hear from students who experienced the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training journey at Adi Yogpeeth. Every story is shared by a real student and linked to the platform where it was originally reviewed.
Google
The 200 Hour training was a profound learning experience. I gained confidence in teaching, but more importantly, I developed a much deeper relationship with my own practice.
Sarah Wilson
United Kingdom
BookYogaRetreats
A wonderfully immersive month of study. The combination of traditional teachings, practical classes and the Rishikesh environment made this training unforgettable.
Thomas Keller
Switzerland
Tripadvisor
The course challenged me in the best possible way. I loved the traditional approach and the feeling that every part of the day had a purpose.
Isabella Rossi
Italy
Google
The teaching team was patient, clear and encouraging. I arrived hoping to become a better practitioner and left with the foundations to confidently begin teaching.
Alex Johnson
Canada
Yoga Alliance
A supportive and inspiring community. The course helped me understand yoga as a complete path rather than simply a sequence of postures.
Nora Berg
Sweden
MORE THAN A COURSE
A journey inward.
A community for life.
Everything You Need Before Coming to Rishikesh
Essential travel information to help you prepare for your yoga teacher training journey in Rishikesh, India.
Visa Advice
International students should arrange the appropriate Indian visa before travelling. Check the current requirements and eligibility for your nationality before booking your journey.
Check Official Visa InformationNearest Airport
The nearest airport to Rishikesh is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun (DED). The school can assist with airport pickup according to the course and pickup policy.
Airport Pickup InformationHow to Reach Rishikesh
Rishikesh can be reached by air, train or road. Dehradun Airport is the most convenient airport option, while Haridwar railway station is another common arrival point.
Currency & Payments
The currency used in India is the Indian Rupee (INR). International cards and digital payments may be accepted in many places, but carrying some local cash is recommended.
What to Bring
Bring comfortable yoga clothing, a reusable water bottle, personal toiletries, suitable footwear, required medicines and weather-appropriate clothing.
Local Culture & Etiquette
Rishikesh has a strong spiritual and cultural atmosphere. Dress respectfully around temples and traditional spaces, observe local customs and maintain a mindful approach to the environment.
Weather in Rishikesh
Weather varies considerably throughout the year. Pack according to your course month and consider both warm-weather clothing and a light layer for cooler mornings and evenings.
SIM & Internet
Local Indian SIM cards are widely available with appropriate identification. Wi-Fi is available at the school, while mobile connectivity can be useful for travel and communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions Before You Join?
Find answers to some of the most common questions students ask before booking their yoga teacher training.
Still have a question?
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The course is designed for students, yoga practitioners and aspiring yoga teachers who want to deepen their understanding and practice of yoga. Please review the course requirements before booking if you have specific questions about eligibility.
The required experience depends on the training level. Beginners may be suitable for some programs, while advanced teacher training courses may require previous yoga study or teaching experience. Contact our team if you are unsure which course is right for you.
Residential accommodation is available with different room categories. The final course fee depends on the accommodation option you select. Please check the accommodation and course fee section above for the available options.
Residential students receive meals according to the course package. The school provides vegetarian meals and options may be available for students with specific dietary preferences. Please inform the school about your requirements in advance.
Airport pickup availability depends on the course and booking package. Dehradun Airport (DED) is the nearest airport to Rishikesh. Please check the course inclusions or contact our team before booking your flight.
Students who successfully complete the required training and attendance requirements receive the applicable course certificate from Adi Yogpeeth. Certification details can vary according to the specific program.
Early arrival may be possible depending on room availability. Additional accommodation before the course is generally arranged separately. Contact the school in advance to check availability.
Post-course accommodation may be available depending on availability. Additional nights are subject to separate accommodation charges and should be requested in advance.
Choose your preferred course date and accommodation option, then continue through the admission process. A deposit or advance payment may be required to secure your place according to the applicable booking terms.
Yes. If you have questions about the course, dates, accommodation, travel, eligibility or the admission process, you can contact our team before making your booking.
Your Yoga Journey Awaits
Ready to Begin Your Transformation?
Join our 24 Days Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh and take the first step towards a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Limited Seats
Small Group Size
Lifetime Support
After the Course
Flexible Dates
Every Month