200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India
Program Details
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Certification: Yoga Alliance, USA
Check in: 1st of every month
Check out: 24st of every month
Style: Multi-Style
Private Room: $1799 USD $899 USD
Shared Room: $2199 USD 1099 USD
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Yoga seekers can now easily step into its world with the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India at Omkara Yoga School. Here ancient wisdom meets conscious living. Surrounded by the positive energy of the Himalayas and the purifying flow of the holy Ganga River, our school aspires both learners and experienced yoga seekers to deepen their journey towards yoga. Additionally, the students joining this course can awaken self-awareness, and become certified yoga teachers with confidence and grace. However, this training shows the right path so that you can get the essence of being a guru of this sacred teaching that it’s more than just .
Meanwhile, at Omkara Yoga School, we honor yoga as a holistic science of body, mind, and spirit. However, this 200-hour yoga TTC in Rishikesh is a Yoga Alliance Certified course that combines traditional teachings of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, and Anatomy. Additionally, in this yoga teacher training course every class is specially made to provide you guidance beyond the asanas, toward mindfulness, self-realization, and inner balance.
However, Yoga is the stilling of the fluctuations of the mind. Meanwhile, the timeless teachings from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are the essence of our training, inviting every practitioner to journey inward, find peace within, and awaken their inner teacher.
Additionally, our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is beyond certification, as it is a spiritual retreat, a cultural immersion, and a path to personal evolution. However, under the loving guidance of our experienced yoga gurus, students learn not only the art of teaching but also the essence of living yoga as a lifestyle rooted in discipline (sadhana), compassion, and awareness.
Meanwhile, during this course you will feel that every sunrise brings new light, every breath a new beginning, and every moment an invitation to rediscover your true self. Therefore, whether you are dreaming about teaching yoga or simply want to transform your own life, Omkara Yoga School in Rishikesh offers you the perfect space to grow, heal, and evolve.
Course Syllabus for 200 Hour Yoga TTC in Rishikesh India
Ashtanga Yoga
In 200Hrs Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India. We teach our students basics of Ashtanga yoga and we systematically guide them through the complete Ashtanga yoga primary series sequence created by K. Pattabhi Jois in a traditional way which includes-
- Week 1 – Introduction to Ashtanga yoga (Primary series) followed by Sun salutation A & B.
- Week 2 – Standing sequence postures & use of yoga props.
- Week 3 – Seated sequence postures & Finishing sequence postures.
- Week 4 – Mysore style & Teaching practice.
After practicing for the first 3 weeks based on the teachers guidance, the students will be tested in the 4th week in their Mysore style practice which is without guidance. Students will also be asked to guide some of the postures in the last week as a teaching practice.v
Yoga Philosophy
- Introduction to Philosophy . Goal meaning & definition yoga.
- How to achieve the goal of yoga & importance of scriptures in process.
- Shruti & Smriti
- Indian Schools of thought astika & nastika
- History of Yoga- ( Classical Yoga-) Hatha Yoga
- Modern Yogis
- Types of Yoga Bhakti karma kriya kundalini,Raja Yoga
- Raja Yoga � Patanjali yoga intro 8 limbs and everyone will repeat
- 8 limbs in detail Yama Niyama
- Asan Pranyam Pratyhar
- Dharna Dhyan Samadhi
- First three sutra of patanjali
- Scriptures: Bhagwad Gita
- Four Castes & Four stages of life
- Buddhism & Vipassana
- Panch Klesha Avidya Asmita Raag Dvesha Abhinivesh
- Panch Koshas
- Chakras
- Revision
Pranayama & Shatkarma
- Introduction to Pranayama
- Benefits of Pranayama
- Yogic Breathing
- Introduction to Ashta Kumbhaka
- Theoretical Knowledge and Practical experience in Anulom Vilom, Nadi Shodhan, Surya Bhedi, Chandra Bhedi, Sheetkari, Sheetali, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Bhastrika, Antar and Bahir Kumbakh, Tri bandhas
- Pancha Prana breathing
- Sequencing of Pranayama
- Introduction to shatkarma
- Practical experience of Jala neti, Rubber neti, Trataka & Kunjal
- Benefits of Shatkarma practise
Asana Alignment and Adjustment
- What is alignment and why it is important
- What is an Asana , an exercise and a movement
- What is ideal alignment of body
- How to avoid misalignment
- How body can be positioned to optimise the Asana and exercise
- 9 major joints of the body movements patterns
- How to move and position the joints of body with safety and avoid injury
- What are the best possible patterns of movements
- How to prepare for an Asasna
- How to modify and do variation in an Asana
- Common mistakes in Asana
- How to adjust students in Asanas and classes
- Alignment of all types Sun Salutations
- Alignment of standing, balancing, forward bend , backbends, sidebends , twisting and inversions.
Evaluation
Students will be tested based on
- Written Test
- Asana Practical Test
- Vinyasa Flow teaching to the class
- Attendance, Performance & behaviour
Vinyasa Flow
- Introduction to Vinyasa flow and Hatha vinyasa flow.
- What is a difference between Vinyasa flow and Hatha vinyasa flow?
- Pawanmukht asana series(joints movements)
- Series 1 – Anti-rheumatic
- Series 2 – Digestive/abdominal
- Series 3 – Shakti Bandha
- Hatha sunsalutation and Moon salutation.
- Asthanga sunsalutation.
- Asana practice
- Standing posture
- Balancing posture (arm, one legged)
- Sitting posture with twisting and forward bending
- Prone posture
- Backward extensions
- Inversions (upside-down)
- Supine posture
- Relaxing posture
- Restorative asanas.
- Teaching methodology.
The theory is just as important as practising.
Note- Understanding how we can create a sequence for beginner practitioners and intermediate practitioners and what you need to do in class.
Anatomy & Physiology
- Introduction to applied yoga anatomy
- Importance of movements
- Introduction to a Musculoskeletal system
- Understanding joint mobility and their restrictions
- Introduction to the muscular system
- Muscle contractions in detail
- Tension, tightness, strength weakness of a muscle
- Understanding flexibility & strength in detail
- Muscle relaxation technique
- Co – Activation of muscles & Bandhas
- Introduction to the Nervous system and stress management
- Respiratory system and its connection to Pranayama
- Introduction to the Digestive system and how Yoga helps
Teaching Methodology
- How to sequence a class
- How to work with breathing and posture to create an appropriate sequence
- How to cue/instruct and adjust different levels of practitioners
- Building Positive & conscious communication, friendship and trust
- Time management for a vinyasa flow
- Qualities of a teacher
- Principles of demonstration and observation to correct the postures of students
- Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
- Class preparation
- Step by step class structure planning.
Meditation
- Introduction to Meditation
- Benefits of Meditation
- Importance of meditation
- Meditation and Brain health
- Meditation & it�s effect on Stress Management
- Obstacles in Meditation
- Role of Concentration in Meditation
- Tips for developing concentration
- Meditation on Body & Breath
- Om Chanting Meditation
- Antar & Bahir Tratak
- Dynamic Meditation
- Tips for Silent Meditation
- Ajapa japa
- Antar Mouna
- Nada Meditation
Additional learnings
- Sound healing
- Keertan meditation
- Beach yoga
- Acro yoga
- Yin yoga
- Partner yoga
- Iyenger class
Note:- all these additional classes are not part of the course but are included additionally
Daily Schedule of 200 Hour Yoga Course in Rishikesh India
“A balanced daily schedule including sound healing practice, yoga, meditation, theory classes, and guided sessions for deep learning and inner transformation.”
| Time | Schedule |
|---|---|
| 05:00 - 06:00 AM | Morning Bell |
| 06:00 - 07:00 AM | Shatkarma & Pranayama |
| 07:00 - 08:30 AM | Vinyasa Flow Yoga |
| 08:30 - 09:15 AM | Meditation |
| 09:30 - 10:30 AM | Breakfast |
| 10:30 - 11:30 AM | Yoga Anatomy |
| 11:45 - 12:30 AM | Yoga Philosophy |
| 12:30 - 01:00 PM | Lunch |
| 04:30 - 05:30 PM | Body Alingment |
| 05:45 - 07:15 PM | Ashtanga Yoga |
| 07:15 - 08:15 PM | Dinner |
| 10:00 PM | Lights Off |
200 Hour YTT in Rishikesh India - Upcoming Course Dates, Fees & Availability
| Dates | Shared | Private | Book now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Feb - 24 Feb 2026 | $899 | $1099 | Book Now |
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What does the course fees include?
- 23 Nights of Private or Shared Accommodation
- Free Pickup from Dehradun Airport
- 3 Times Daily Nutritious Vegetarian Meals and Herbal Tea
- 1 Full Body Massage
- Cleansing Kit
- Training Manual and study material
- 24/7 support during your stay at the Ashram
- Theoretical and Practical Skills
- Wifi Access
- 1 Ayurveda Session
- Weekend Excursions
- Kirtan and Movie Night
- 24 X 7 CCTV Surveillance
What is not included in the course fees ?
- Air fare
- Air-conditioner – 150 USD Extra
- Room Heater – 150 USD Extra
Limited Air-conditioned rooms available (150 USD extra) Request to be placed at the time of booking due to limited availability
Is 200Hrs Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India Right for You? FAQs Answered
What is 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India?
The 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India is a foundational course that helps students learn yoga philosophy, asanas, pranayama, meditation, and teaching methodology, preparing them for Yoga Alliance certification.
Who is eligible to join the 200hr Yoga Teacher Training India course?
People who are passionate about yoga and deepen their practice or want teach can join this course. Whether they are beginners and experienced practitioners alike, guided with personal care and authentic teaching.
What is the duration of the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program?
This course generally lasts 3 to 4 weeks. Additionally, it immerses you daily in yoga practice, philosophy, and teaching skills, while creating a transformative journey of body, mind, and spirit.
Will I receive Yoga Alliance certification after completion?
Yes, after completing the course, you earn a Yoga Alliance RYT-200 certificate. Additionally, this certificate empowers you to confidently teach worldwide with credibility.
What styles of yoga are taught in the 200 Hour Yoga Training in India?
The training provides a mixture of Hatha, Ashtanga, and traditional classical yoga along with Pranayama, meditation, and anatomy for holistic learning.
Why choose Omkara Yoga School for your 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India?
You choose Omkara Yoga School for your 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in India if you want a chance to feel a deeper connection with yourself through the ancient yogic path. Additionally, located in the peaceful Himalayan foothills, Omkara offers more than just teacher training; it is a sacred experience where the essence of yoga comes alive in daily practice, philosophy, and seva (selfless service).
However, the program is designed with love and dedication to honor the true roots of yoga. Meanwhile, at our school you don’t just learn asanas and teaching techniques but absorb the Sanskrit wisdom that Yoga is “Yat Tvam Poojase” meaning “What you worship, you become.” Additionally, it means that every breath, posture, and lesson guides you to embody the spirit of yoga which is the union of body, mind, and soul.
Meanwhile, our school believes in the holistic essence of yoga, blending Hatha and Ashtanga styles with practical teaching skills designed for all levels. Additionally, during this course you will discover the anatomy of each posture, learn safe alignment corrections, and explore breathing techniques that transform body and mind alike. However, beyond physical practice, our program also provides the spirit with Ayurvedic insights, chakra studies, and ethical principles guiding you towards a balanced yogic lifestyle.
However, this program is more than just to get a certificate, this 200-hour training is an awakening. Additionally, it provides a chance to find your unique teaching voice and inspire others with compassion and clarity. Meanwhile, our experienced and humble yoga gurus will guide you through theory and practice, ensuring you leave confident and certified as an RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, ready to share yoga globally.
Therefore, you can attend this teacher training course to not only become a certified yoga teacher but to live and breathe yoga as a way of life. Additionally, you can awaken your true self and spread light to the world, as “Yogah Karmasu Kausalam” which means Yoga is skill in action.
Code of Conduct & Policy
Discipline Rules for Students
- Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in the school.
- If you are on fasting or absent for meals, you have to inform kitchen manager for avoiding food wastage.
- Always make discipline, respect teachers and follow all rules.
- Always be in the time, you are late means will not be permitted to join class.
- Clear your account of books before departure from Omkara Yoga School
- Before departure return any other assistances if taken.
- Omkara Yoga School provides accommodation for a student who join yoga classes. So any friends or relatives will not be included in accommodation.
- Student have to be present in all scheduled program of Omkara Yoga School
Refund Policy
- An advance of a course fees will not be refundable, only in the case of emergency students can join us on other schedules.
- We accept cancellation as per the student’s request, but advance deposit will not be refund.
- There is no charge of course cancellation. Student just has to inform by email.
- Omkara Yoga School is not responsible for any mishappenings before course schedule.