200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India
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200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Up to 12 in group
July 5 - 30, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Walking tour to Parmarth Niketan Ashram for evening Ganga Arti (Ram Jhula)
- Special Ganga Puja Closing Ceremony (Laxman Jhula)
- Outdoor Yoga by Ganges (weather dependent)
- Restorative Yoga with Sound Healing
About this Retreat
Yogi Dinesh Chander Ji, the Director of Om Shanti Om Yoga School, begin yoga at a very young age with 15 years of learning and teaching yoga experience in Ashram. Yogi Dinesh was born at Ponti Sirkhon Almora, Himalaya Hill into Brahmans Orthodox family. When he was 12 years old, he obtained his education in Hinduism in Rishikesh Ashram (Parmath Niketan and Sivananda) and Varanasi. He studied all the Mantras, Vedas, Sanskrit, Bhagavath Gita and in deep the Hindu tradition, yogi life, and culture. He is the close disciple of his Guru, The Great Himalayan Yogi, Swami Yogananda Maharaj Ji and learned many types of Yoga from his beloved Guru. He has a Bachelor in Sanskrit and obtained the title of "Shastri" with Master in Sanskrit and Yoga and successfully obtained the title of “Yogacharya”. He is an experienced, loving, generous, friendly and humble natured person. He is well versed in Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Sivananda, Sukshma Vyayama and Laughter Yoga. He learned many types of yoga from his Guru. His future aspiration is to open his own ashram in the near future with a capacity of 50-100 students. Yogi Dinesh has been traveling to many countries such as Russia, Europe, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan, and the USA to give yoga courses. He is a qualified experienced Yoga Teacher registered with Yoga Alliance USA withe-RYT200 and e-RYT500.
Yogi Jitendra Kumar Ji was born and brought up in Maharishi Jamadagni Tapasthali in Himachal Pradesh. In young age, he was interested and educated in fine Arts and obtained Diploma in Fine Arts. Later he continued his study in a holy city situated at the foothills of Himalaya and obtained Master in Yoga. In his life journey, later he found Swami Vishwaroopananda and surrendered himself his teachings and perfected himself in yogic discipline at Sivananda Ashram Rishikesh which made him as a professional teacher of ancient Hatha Yoga, Shatkarma.
There he did a certificate course in Vedanta, Philosophy, Sanskrit and Yoga from Academy Sivananda Ashram Rishikesh, flowing instructions of his Guru, he conducted Yoga Teachers Trainings and various intensive course of Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Kriyas for foreign students in Om Shanti Om Yoga School today for Yoga TTC. He is living in a simple life in Bhagirathi Ashram in Laxman Jhula as one of a kind of true yogi.
Yogi Kamal Ji was born in a family with deep knowledge of Sanskrit and ancient texts, so study of Vedic and another ancient text was part of his yogic education since childhood. Further, you will learn about his achievements in Yoga study. He did 1-year training course in naturopathy at National Institute of Naturopathy (Department of Ayush Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India) in 2006. He obtained a bachelor degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) from Barkatullah University, Bhopal in the year 2007. He attained Master of Science in Yoga from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University in Haridwar in 2010. In 2002, Kamal participated in all-India Inter-university Yogasana Championship held at North Gujarat University, Patan. In 2008, he co-founded the International Free Yoga and Music Festival that lasted till 2014. He is a professional teacher of ancient hatha yoga, and shatkarma section. His compassion towards all living beings and non-fading cheerfulness combined with routine yoga practice make him one of a kind, true yogi.
Guru Buddhi Prakash "Meditation & Philosophy"
Guru Buddhi Prakash Ji was born in the year 1953. He is an M.A. degree holder in Hindi Literature and Yoga Philosophy. He got the first experience of Samadhi at the age of 7 years. He had a clear vision of his past life in the Himalayas. He completed his higher education at Agra and Haridwar Universities. He got initiation in Shankaracharya Tradition through his Master Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and he spent many years with his guru and practiced the Transcendental Meditation. For deep practice, he went to a cave in the Uttarkashi Himalayas for a few years. He taught Yoga in many other countries and now he is a guest teacher at Om Shanti Om Yoga School. He has 40 years teaching experience in Yoga and many spiritual seekers come to him for a different level of practicing Meditation and Indian Philosophy. He has such an extensive knowledge of Indian Philosophy like Patanjali Yoga Sutra, Shiv Sutras, etc. He has been known to conduct various Yoga seminars in Rishikesh as well as other parts of India. In the year 2015, he is awarded by Yash Bharti Award by Chief Minister of UP Government.
Dr. Usha Vaishnava "Ayurveda Teacher & Nutrition Diet Advisor"
Dr. Usha Vaishnava Having Studied disciplines in Ayurveda & Herbal Medicine, She had completed her 5 1/2 years recognized B.A.M.S. an internationally recognized degree in Ayurveda from famed 150 years old Ayurveda University in India. Then she specialized in Panchakarma Therapy at world recognized Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal (Kerala). For the last 14 years, she is engaged in Ayurveda Treatment, Teaching and Training students for Ayurvedic Massages and Dietary. She also has her own clinic in Tapovan for giving Ayurvedic Treatment, Massages, Panchakarma, Nutritional advice and other personal/private consultation. She is a special guest doctor for Om Shanti Om Yoga School.
Yogi Yogendra Mishra Ji "Philosophy & Meditation Teacher"
Swami Yogendra Mishra Ji holds a master degree in Philosophy M.A. (Philosophy) from Agra University. He also has D.Y.Ed. Kaivalyadham and B.P.Ed. from Amaravathi University. He is a Yogi with more than 25 years of experience in Yoga and meditation. He has taught Yoga in many countries around the world. We proudly convey this message that Acharya Yogi Yogendra Mishra Ji has founded the International Yoga and Mediation Academy as well as acting as an advisor for many institutions around the world. He is usually invited with a special invitation by Yoga Centre operator in overseas.
Here, I would like to share this one of his philosophy sentences that touched my heart is:
"I was so sad for losing my shoes until I found a man without feet."
Details of this retreat
200 Hours Yoga Teachers Training course, provided by Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram is the program for both the beginners & intermediate students, interested in Yoga & Meditation.
Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram is one of the classical and oldest Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh offers 100 Hour, 200 Hour, 300 Hour and 500 Hour Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Rishikesh, India certified by Yoga Alliance USA.
Our yogis have designed the course according to the theme of Yoga Alliance USA. The course is well designed to make our students capable to understand the depth of Yoga Experience
200 Hour intermediate yoga teacher training course is a residential training. The training is focused on Hatha asana (beginner to advance physical posture), Ashtanga Vinyasa flows physical posture pranayama the breathing practice, this training is design for beginner to an intermediate practitioner.
200 Hour YOGA TEACHER TRAINING COURSE OBJECTIVES
» Instruct a safe, inspiring and authentic yoga class.
» Understand the relationship between various postures, breathing techniques and how they affect the autonomic nervous system. RYS 200-AROUND-BLACK
» Sequence and teach a safe and effective alignment-based yoga class for a variety of styles and levels.
» Understand breathing mechanics, the benefits and gain skills to teach pranayama effectively.
» Develop a daily practice of kriyas, asanas, pranayama, bandha, mudras, and dhyana.
» Delve deeper into Yoga Anatomy and Physiology.
» Introduction to Structural Yoga Therapy.
» Study philosophy from the classical treatises of Yoga (Bhagavad Gita, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hathayoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita and the Upanishads).
» Introduction to Ayurveda and Marma Points.
» Design and teach a 90-minute asana class to your peers which incorporates these components.
» Plan and teach a 30-minute presentation to your peers regarding yoga-related topics (i.e., Yoga Nidra, Ayurveda, yogic diet, anatomy, physiology, chakras, philosophy, mudras, Mantra Chanting & Keertan, etc.)
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh Course Syllabus
The Yoga Alliance USA has set widely-accepted International standards for Yoga Teacher Training programs which include 100, 200, 300 and 500 hours of training, at the bank of holy Ganga river in the lap of great mountain Himalaya.
Asanas: learn more than 40 basic asanas (postures) including their different levels and variations, from beginner to advance level. In each asana, you will learn proper adjustments, alignments, techniques, corrections, contra-indications, physical and psychic awareness, benefits, etc.
Bandhas: learn the practice of 3 bandhas - energy locks in the body - Mula bandha, Jalandhara bandha, Uddiyana bandha, and Maha bandha. We place emphasis on technique, contraindications, and benefits.
Pranayama: learn 8 main types of Pranayama (breathing) techniques - Anuloma-Viloma, Nadishodhana, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Shitali, Sitkari, Bhastrika, and Kapalbhati. Each Pranayama will be taught with an emphasis on many techniques, duration, ratio, physical and psychic awareness, contra-indications and benefits.
Dhyana (Meditation): Yoga Teacher Training students will learn and be guided into the practice of major 6 meditation techniques in accordance with each Chakra plus 5 additional practices of different meditations with emphasis on background, techniques & benefits.
Mantra: learn to chant and present the main Vedic mantras.
Philosophy, lifestyle, and ethics: We will explain and discuss the history and philosophy of Yoga. The trainee will learn the eight original limbs: Yama, Niyam, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharna, Dhyana and Samadhi from Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. As well as seven limbs of Hatha Yoga from Gherand Samhita and their use in modern life-style.
Teaching Methodology: Learn how to demonstrate and adjust different asanas, observe the class and assist other students.
As well as we teach to our trainee lesson planning,
Injury Prevention on how to avoid injury from asana,
How to use hand for yoga asana adjusting,
How to do alignment principles in yoga poses,
Educational techniques to teach principles of yoga,
Practicum in teaching yoga what to talk and not to talk during yoga practice,
Understanding, correcting, assisting, encouraging and caring
Also guiding the progress of students in yoga.
Anatomy and physiology: There are both physical and subtle anatomy lessons. Understanding the physiology of the body.
Practicum: Learn how to teach all yoga techniques and how to manage the structure of yoga practice and lessons.
Class Structure and Planning: Yoga trainees will learn how to create an effective and intelligent structure and build your class during the alignment.
All this knowledge will make you a pure soul, intelligent human and peaceful man to understand the balance of body and life!
Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram is one of the classical and oldest Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh offers 100 Hour, 200 Hour, 300 Hour and 500 Hour Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Rishikesh, India certified by Yoga Alliance USA.
Our yogis have designed the course according to the theme of Yoga Alliance USA. The course is well designed to make our students capable to understand the depth of Yoga Experience
200 Hour intermediate yoga teacher training course is a residential training. The training is focused on Hatha asana (beginner to advance physical posture), Ashtanga Vinyasa flows physical posture pranayama the breathing practice, this training is design for beginner to an intermediate practitioner.
200 Hour YOGA TEACHER TRAINING COURSE OBJECTIVES
» Instruct a safe, inspiring and authentic yoga class.
» Understand the relationship between various postures, breathing techniques and how they affect the autonomic nervous system. RYS 200-AROUND-BLACK
» Sequence and teach a safe and effective alignment-based yoga class for a variety of styles and levels.
» Understand breathing mechanics, the benefits and gain skills to teach pranayama effectively.
» Develop a daily practice of kriyas, asanas, pranayama, bandha, mudras, and dhyana.
» Delve deeper into Yoga Anatomy and Physiology.
» Introduction to Structural Yoga Therapy.
» Study philosophy from the classical treatises of Yoga (Bhagavad Gita, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hathayoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita and the Upanishads).
» Introduction to Ayurveda and Marma Points.
» Design and teach a 90-minute asana class to your peers which incorporates these components.
» Plan and teach a 30-minute presentation to your peers regarding yoga-related topics (i.e., Yoga Nidra, Ayurveda, yogic diet, anatomy, physiology, chakras, philosophy, mudras, Mantra Chanting & Keertan, etc.)
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh Course Syllabus
The Yoga Alliance USA has set widely-accepted International standards for Yoga Teacher Training programs which include 100, 200, 300 and 500 hours of training, at the bank of holy Ganga river in the lap of great mountain Himalaya.
Asanas: learn more than 40 basic asanas (postures) including their different levels and variations, from beginner to advance level. In each asana, you will learn proper adjustments, alignments, techniques, corrections, contra-indications, physical and psychic awareness, benefits, etc.
Bandhas: learn the practice of 3 bandhas - energy locks in the body - Mula bandha, Jalandhara bandha, Uddiyana bandha, and Maha bandha. We place emphasis on technique, contraindications, and benefits.
Pranayama: learn 8 main types of Pranayama (breathing) techniques - Anuloma-Viloma, Nadishodhana, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Shitali, Sitkari, Bhastrika, and Kapalbhati. Each Pranayama will be taught with an emphasis on many techniques, duration, ratio, physical and psychic awareness, contra-indications and benefits.
Dhyana (Meditation): Yoga Teacher Training students will learn and be guided into the practice of major 6 meditation techniques in accordance with each Chakra plus 5 additional practices of different meditations with emphasis on background, techniques & benefits.
Mantra: learn to chant and present the main Vedic mantras.
Philosophy, lifestyle, and ethics: We will explain and discuss the history and philosophy of Yoga. The trainee will learn the eight original limbs: Yama, Niyam, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharna, Dhyana and Samadhi from Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. As well as seven limbs of Hatha Yoga from Gherand Samhita and their use in modern life-style.
Teaching Methodology: Learn how to demonstrate and adjust different asanas, observe the class and assist other students.
As well as we teach to our trainee lesson planning,
Injury Prevention on how to avoid injury from asana,
How to use hand for yoga asana adjusting,
How to do alignment principles in yoga poses,
Educational techniques to teach principles of yoga,
Practicum in teaching yoga what to talk and not to talk during yoga practice,
Understanding, correcting, assisting, encouraging and caring
Also guiding the progress of students in yoga.
Anatomy and physiology: There are both physical and subtle anatomy lessons. Understanding the physiology of the body.
Practicum: Learn how to teach all yoga techniques and how to manage the structure of yoga practice and lessons.
Class Structure and Planning: Yoga trainees will learn how to create an effective and intelligent structure and build your class during the alignment.
All this knowledge will make you a pure soul, intelligent human and peaceful man to understand the balance of body and life!
Schedule
07:00 – Pranayama, mantra chanting, guided meditation, and breathing practice
08:30 – alignment-based Hatha Yoga Class (Iyengar Style) including everyday asana practice of standing postures, forward bending, back bending, inversions, twisting and more
10:30 – Breakfast (traditional Indian or your choice of vegetarian breakfast)
11:00 – Class on yoga philosophy or anatomy (lectures on Indian mythology, chakra healing, mantra healing and more)
12:00 – Class on the art of teaching with experienced yoga practitioners
13:00 – Lunch, rest and personal study time to gather additional know-how on yoga and spirituality
15:00 – Lecture anatomy or philosophy (detailed talks on yoga anatomy and physiology)
16:30 – Hatha Yoga Class (Iyengar Style) covering the yoga practice of multiple asanas.
18:30 – Occasional evening breathing meditation sessions with yoga trainers
20:00 – Dinner and free time to pursue personal hobbies and group interactions
22:00 – Early bedtime after a successful day of 200 hours YTT course.
08:30 – alignment-based Hatha Yoga Class (Iyengar Style) including everyday asana practice of standing postures, forward bending, back bending, inversions, twisting and more
10:30 – Breakfast (traditional Indian or your choice of vegetarian breakfast)
11:00 – Class on yoga philosophy or anatomy (lectures on Indian mythology, chakra healing, mantra healing and more)
12:00 – Class on the art of teaching with experienced yoga practitioners
13:00 – Lunch, rest and personal study time to gather additional know-how on yoga and spirituality
15:00 – Lecture anatomy or philosophy (detailed talks on yoga anatomy and physiology)
16:30 – Hatha Yoga Class (Iyengar Style) covering the yoga practice of multiple asanas.
18:30 – Occasional evening breathing meditation sessions with yoga trainers
20:00 – Dinner and free time to pursue personal hobbies and group interactions
22:00 – Early bedtime after a successful day of 200 hours YTT course.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Om Shanti Om Yoga School, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Directions
Nearest Airport name of Rishikesh Center is "Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun"
Our center is 18.6 miles away from Dehradun Airport. It takes approx 60 mins to reach our center from the Airport.
Hotel Surya Palace (Om Shanti Om Yoga School Yoga Village - Jonk, Swargashram, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304
Our center is 18.6 miles away from Dehradun Airport. It takes approx 60 mins to reach our center from the Airport.
Hotel Surya Palace (Om Shanti Om Yoga School Yoga Village - Jonk, Swargashram, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304
Accommodation
At Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram, we believe that a conducive environment is crucial for your yoga teacher training journey. Nestled in the serene mountains of Rishikesh, our ashram offers a sanctuary where you can fully immerse yourself in the practice and teachings of yoga. We understand the significance of comfort and tranquility, which is why we leave no stone unturned in providing exceptional accommodation facilities for our students. Our rooms are designed to offer the utmost comfort, ensuring that you can relax and rejuvenate after a day of intensive training.
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
We are located at Ganga River. We are just 2-minute walking distance away from Laxman Jhula of the Rishikesh.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
- FREE taxi pick-up only (from Dehradun Airport)
- Free wifi 24/7
- Indian vegetarian meals during the course
- Filtered drinking water (hot/cold)
- 2 Ayurvedic/Herbal Tea with light snacks
- All teaching materials and modules
- Traditional Indian classical music concert
- 25 Night Stay - Accommodation with Attached Bath Room
- RYT 200 Yoga Alliance USA certification
- Opening Ceremony
- Daily Morning Kirtan
- Daily Pranayama (breathing techniques) Class
- Jala Neti (Nasal Cleansing)
- Laughter Yoga
- Yoga Nidra Meditation
- Osho Dynamic Meditation
- Mantra Chanting Class
- Yoga Philosophy & Teaching Methodology
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Ayurveda Class
- Yoga Alignment
- Satsang (Spiritual Talk)
- Closing Ceremony
What's Not Included
- FREE taxi Drop not Include
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