How many students are there in a single batch of a particular course?

A single batch of a particular course normally has 15-20 students.

Will I receive a certification after completing the YTTC course?

Yes! After you have finished the Yoga Teacher Training Course, you will receive a certificate of completion of the course. Once you are done with this, you can register yourself with the Yoga Alliance and become eligible to teach yoga all over the world.

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Best Yoga School For Yoga Teacher Training in India

Choose Your Yogic Journey with Us!!!

Our Residential Yoga Teacher Training In India

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Turn your passion for yoga into a profession with Rishikul Yogshala, a Yoga Alliance-Certified Yoga School in India. Our residential yoga teacher training programs offer a fully immersive yogic experience where you live and learn in a supportive community of yoga practitioners. Students from all over the world have joined us over the years, drawn to the authenticity, depth, and broad scope of practices covered in our training.

As a school, we offer 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India, 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India, and the 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in India, which is curated as per the students and practitioner's level.

Whether you are beginning your Yogic journey or you are an adept intermediary practitioner; the comprehensive curriculum of Asana, Pranayam, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy and Anatomy will help you connect with the Yoga Alliance Standards and guide you in your Yogic Journey along with Teaching and Practice.

At Rishikul Yogshala, the curriculum is not limited to asanas. You will learn the Science of Breath, the Art of Meditational practices, The Depth of Yoga philosophy, The definition of Human Form and Movement in Anatomy & Physiology along with the daily practice of asanas such as in the Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa module. This well-rounded education provides an ideal base for continued learning and allows for the transformation of each individual student into a True Yogi.

100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training India at Rishikul Yogshala

100 Hour Yoga TTC in India

A compact program for beginners to build a strong foundation in yoga. Covers core asanas, basic pranayama, and meditation in a supportive environment.

Level Beginner

Duration 11 Days

Yoga Style Multi-Style (Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa)

Certification Participation Certificate

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In India at Rishikul Yogshala

200 Hour Yoga TTC in India

The standard Yoga Alliance certification. Deep dive into teaching methodology, anatomy, and philosophy for aspiring yoga teachers worldwide.

Level Beginner to Intermediate

Duration 23 Days

Yoga Style Multi-Style (Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa)

Certification RYT 200 Yoga Alliance USA

300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In India at Rishikul Yogshala

300 Hour Yoga TTC in India

For RYT 200 graduates. Advanced asana, sequencing, and teaching skills to refine your practice and become a confident instructor.

Level Intermediate

Duration 27 Days

Yoga Style Multi-Style (Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa)

Certification RYT 300 Yoga Alliance USA

500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In India at Rishikul Yogshala

500 Hour Yoga TTC in India

Complete professional training combining 200hr and 300hr. Prepares you for advanced teaching and specialized yoga therapy applications.

Level Advanced

Duration 50 Days

Yoga Style Multi-Style (Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa)

Certification RYT 500 Yoga Alliance USA

Our Wellness Retreats

Wellness Retreat in India – Affordable & Authentic Experiences

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Join us for a Yoga or an Ayurveda Retreat in India that blends the best of tradition, comfort and raw practice. At Rishikul Yogshala:

The Yoga Retreat consists of daily yoga and meditation practice sessions guided by an expert yoga teacher in a peaceful environment, allowing you to be yourself.
The Ayurveda Retreat consists of Ayurvedic doctor consultation, prescribed therapy based on body constitution and imbalances, and some yoga practice to bring in a total wellness oriented approach.

You will get a chance to enjoy well-balanced sattvik meals, quiet mornings, and the opportunity to experience the local culture while enhancing your skills and practice. Our retreats are suitable for every age group, so there is no pressure on you other than to relax, learn, grow, and rest while enjoying your space.

Yoga Retreats in India

Choosing the Best and Affordable Yoga Retreats in India in Rishikul Yogshala is the optimum way to bring inner peace and stability. Rishikul Yogshala, with its various Yoga Retreat Sessions, helps you attain physical, mental, and spiritual stability. We've designed our retreats in such a way that you can enjoy your time here, feel rejuvenated and refreshed, and improve your overall health through yoga.

Kerala Goa

Ayurveda Retreats in India

Reconnect with nature and awaken your true wellness with Ayurveda Retreats in India in Rishikul Yogshala. Our traditional Ayurveda Retreat in India, offers retreats that immerse students in the ancient healing tradition. Starting with the fundamentals, whether you are new to Ayurveda or already familiar with it, the program detoxifies the body, soothes the mind, and allows the spirit to regain its strength.

Kerala Goa

Ayurveda Retreat in India at Rishikul Yogshala

Begin and Enhance your Yogic Journey of Transformation.

Why Choose Rishikul Yogshala for Yoga Teacher Training in India

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Choosing a Yoga School needs paying attention to the detailed curriculum, the quality of the teachers and the learning environment.

At Rishikul Yogshala, the practice of Classical Yoga Teacher Training is disseminated with utmost care. The carefully curated curriculum and in the company of Experienced Yoga Teachers who are qualified with E-RYT training; you feel at home and enter the world of self discovery.

What separates Rishikul Yogshala from others is that, the In depth theoretical wisdom of Yoga is well supported with extensive practical and scientific approach. You are walking into Rishikul Yogshala not just to Study Yoga, but to Experience Yoga - On and Off the Mat.

Below are some points that make Rishikul Yogshala the best yoga school in India as compared to other schools of yoga.

Life Transformational Experience

A Life-Transforming Event does not happen everytime in our lives. But at Rishikul Yogshala it really does! The path of Yoga is to act as bridge and guide you from the outer world to the deeper inner world. Join the best yoga teacher training course in India and experience the true joy of this yogic awakening.

Our Yoga Acharyas

Our Experienced and Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Teachers who are of International repute share their vast knowledge from different dimensions of Yoga be it Physical, Mental, and Spiritual.

Multi - Cultural Environment

Rishikul Yogshala offers a world of exposure in one place, where diverse cultures and perspectives come together through the practice of yoga. Here, you not only learn yoga but also connect, grow, and share experiences with like-minded Yogic Souls from around the Globe.

Why Choose Rishikul Yogshala for Yoga Teacher Training in India

Experience Yoga

A Good Yoga Teacher is a Great Yoga Practitioner. A Practitioner of Yoga needs to Experience Yoga. Our comprehensive techniques with in-depth knowledge aides in a collaborative, hands-on yogic learning. You will get a chance to be a yoga practitioner and Experience Yoga.

Most Trusted Yoga School

Rishikul Yogshala is a leading and recognised Yoga Teacher Training Schools in India. We have been training our students for the last 15+ years, and we have trained more than 35,000+ students. Since our establishment, we have been forever grateful to contribute towards the world of yoga in more than 100 countries.

Home Away From Home

Yoga means Union and this is where we begin — There is no separation between you and us. Our Place is Yours. We offer simple but comfortable accommodation and yoga practice.

Yoga is the Science of Silencing the Constantly Fluctuating Nature of the Mind

How Yoga Teacher Training India Can Change Your Life?

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It is a fact that Yoga, an ancient Science from India, is now celebrated worldwide by people across the world, not just for the physical fitness; but also for about bringing in the mental health in balance.

The practices of Yoga is designed to help you slow down, tune in and cultivate the highest amount of Self-Awareness within oneself. Every single Yogic Practice offers several benefits — some that you will experience immediately, and others that unfold gradually as you reach into the deeper levels of consciousness. Now, even modern science is confirming what yogis have known for thousands of years. Harvard Health says that Yoga and Meditational practices can boost memory, learning, decision-making and alter the thought process and help in your endocrinal systems. It also aids in reducing anxiety and depression, while boosting mood through the increase of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter in the brain associated with feelings of relaxation.

The impact of this experience becomes even more powerful when you decide to enroll in a Yoga Teacher Training India. Here, it's not just yoga that you practice — it is yoga that you live. With the mentorship of expert teachers and in the peaceful atmosphere of India's spiritual heartlands, you realize how to awaken your spirit, perfect your yoga practice, and experience the transformative magic of yoga. This is not just a health journey, but an awakening that allows you to see yourself — and the world — in a new way, guiding you toward a life of balance and purpose.

Rishikul Yogshala - Yoga Alliance Accredited Yoga School In India

Rishikul Yogshala - Join the Best Yoga Teacher Training School in India
A Yoga Alliance Registered School

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Rishikul Yogshala is a Registered Yoga school (RYS) with Yoga Alliance USA; so all our courses are Internationally Valid.
If you are new to yoga and beginning your Yogic Journey, below are some relevant information which may help you to connect on.

Accredited by Yoga Alliance USA, Rishikul Yogshala offers Yoga Teacher Training in India for yoga practitioners who would like to pursue yoga as a career.
With yoga training led by experienced teachers of international exposure, and a classical approach in yogic wisdom dissemination, our school is counted among the best yoga schools in India.
If you want to look beyond just learning yoga and move into the dimension of experiencing yoga, Rishikul Yogshala is the place to go.

What is Yoga Alliance?

Yoga Alliance USA is the world's largest and most respected International Organization for Yoga Professionals (Registering Yoga Teachers and Registering Yoga Schools). The Yoga Alliance establishes standards for Yogic Education, Professionalism, and Authenticity in Yogic Instruction by setting systemic requirements that schools and teachers must meet. They are committed to preserving the yogic roots and traditions to help build a conscious global community of qualified yoga teachers.

As an internationally Registered Yoga School (RYS) with Yoga Alliance, USA, our curriculum is very classical and deep rooted in Yogic culture and also connective to the current global consciousness; reflecting in everything you learn and practice in our programs. We honour the tradition of yoga, making it accessible to everyone so that all students feel welcome and comfortable regardless of where they are in their practice.

What is Yoga Alliance Certification for Teachers? - RYT 200, RYT 300, RYT 500

Yoga Alliance is the world's largest association pool of Registered Yoga Schools and Teachers globally. It is a framework for yoga professionals to learn, teach and train globally; so they can more confidently pass the Yogic Wisdom governed by the Yogic Values and Ethics. Yoga Alliance provides a globally recognized Certification for demonstrating competency and consistency in teaching and training of yoga. The system of Yoga Alliance follows a specified process in designating teachers as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT 200, RYT 300 and RYT 500) and likewise schools as Registered Yoga Schools (RYS), thereby creating the process of learning and sharing the Yogic Wisdom seamlessly.

Registration with Yoga Alliance:

The Yoga Alliance offers various categories of registration, including Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and Registered Yoga School (RYS), each with distinct eligibility criteria, benefits, and commitments. Being an alliance school, Rishikul Yogshala encourages its certified students to join this respected global circle, which offers them acceptance, credibility, and a cooperative fellowship of yoga teachers and schools worldwide.

Yoga Alliance Certification in India:

The basic eligibility for someone to become a Yoga Alliance Certified instructor is to complete the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program from a Registered Yoga School (RYS); which qualifies one to register themselves with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200.

To secure an advanced certification, one can enhance their skill level by pursuing the advance 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training Program upon completion of the 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Program. By securing the 300 hours Certification, one can be registered as a 500 hour Yoga Teacher (RYT 500) in the Yoga Alliance Forum.

View Yoga Alliance Certification

Yoga is a Lifestyle - A Life of Compassion, A Life of Perception and A Life of Conscious Behaviour.

Yoga for Life – Find Balance, Peace, and Purpose

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Yoga & Ayurveda

Along with Yogic Experience, Feed yourself the Ayurvedic consciousness based approach to health through Ayurvedic grains and herbs. Deep dive into your composition and explore the harmonizing therapies, be it energy based, herb based, food based or marma point based.

Merge in the Diversity of Yogic Culture

Explore the local community, visit the nearby shops and interact and experience the local culture. You will also have some excursions during the yoga course to get a glimpse of the surroundings, learn and explore their values, history, and traditions.

Sharing Joyful Moments

The Most Joyful moments of your life are when you share Joy. At Rishikul Yogshala, during the best Yoga Teacher Training in India, You can make some lovely memories and relish in glowing moments of your life that will leave you spellbound.

Learn Yoga in Different Dimensions

Your participation in the various Workshops will be the most memorable. Learn Yoga from different dimensions and enhance your yogic dimension. Take back with you something which you can always build upon later in life whenever and wherever.

Learn Yogic Cooking

Our incredible team strives to create a disease-free and safe world through Yogic cooking training, where our talented chefs teach how to use seasonal ingredients, natural herbs, and Yogic principles to transform food into medicine.

Experience Yoga with Fun

Yoga Means Yuj - Union - Union of Life, Union of Energy and Union within and Outside. You will experience the joy of participating in the Yoga sessions along with being part of the multi-cultural Yogic environment. Learn, Laugh and Experience Yoga with Fun.

Be Guided by E-RYT Teachers to pursue your Yogic Journey

Meet Our Expert Teachers – Certified Yoga Instructors in India

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Gangesha Chaitanya

Yoga Philosophy, Meditation, Pranayama

Krishna Sharma

Yoga Philosophy, Pranayama, Meditation, Kundalini

Monika Singh

Pranayama, Anatomy, Meditation, Classical Hatha

Pawan

Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Vinyasa, Alignment

Kaviranjan Sinha

Asanas, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Therapy, Yin

Santosh

Yoga Therapy

Ujjwal

Yoga Philosophy (Patanjali), Therapeutic Yoga

Nandini

Hatha, Ashtanga, Aerial Yoga

Dr Sangeeth Sukumara Pillai

Ayurveda

Know More About Teachers

Workshops

Additional Workshops

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Iyengar Yoga

Restorative Yoga

Sound Healing

Teaching Methodology

Yoga Therapy

Explore More Workshops

The Doorstep to Authentic Learning and Inner Growth from the Land of Yoga – India

What To Expect From Yoga Teacher Training In India

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Deciding to choose Yoga Teacher Training in India, is a life-transformational decision. India being the land of Yoga inspires a lot of people to pursue their yogic journey. The Ancient Yogic Practices, The Mystical Wisdom and the Spiritual Energy passed on from countless generations

Experienced Teachers in the lineage of yogic learning - All paves the way for your beautiful Yogic Journey.

Yoga practitioners in meditation at Rishikul Yogshala

The Body Movement - Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Practice:

You will study both Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. These two Asana practices complement each other beautifully. Your Hatha Yoga Asana session will be based on the principles of Bihar School of Yoga and the Himalayan Yoga Methodology. The Hatha is technique based asana session guiding you into a stable comfortable posture in aligned with your breath. The Ashtanga Vinyasa series is primarily practiced to enhance your Stamina and Inner discipline through a structured sequence of postures, followed globally.

The Energy Movement - Pranayama: The Science of Breath:

Yoga Teacher Training in India includes the Practice of Pranayama which is Yogic Breath Expansion. You will learn classical Yogic breathing techniques to balance your energy, calm the nervous system channelize the subtle energy of the body. The Pranayam Practice is also used as an Energy Movement technique while doing Asana practices and they establish emotional harmony and intellectual clarity.

The Mind Movement - Meditation for Inner Awareness:

Doctors all over the world share that to quieten the state of an anxious mind, the practice of Meditation is of paramount importance. Learn and experience the various Meditative techniques ranging from Mantra Meditation, Open Eye Meditation, Chakra Meditation, Yoga Nidra, Mindfulness Meditation to bring in the focused state of mind and reduce anxiety while encountering a serene peace within.

The In - Depth Wisdom - Philosophy and Yogic Ethics:

Yoga Philosophy is The Why of Yoga, The How of Yoga, The What of Yoga. To be a good teacher, you would have to be a good practitioner. To be a good practitioner and to teach meaningful yoga - The Why, How and What of Yoga is to be experienced. Ancient Yoga Philosophy through the classical texts of Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and The Bhagavad Gita will help you cultivate and Experience the Eight Limbs of Yoga, The Law of Karma, and the way of Yogic Living through Yamas and Niyamas. The Yogic Philosophy not only adds meaning to the Asana, Pranayam and the Meditative practices; but it also helps in deep transformation within.

The Human Internal Systems - Anatomy and Alignment:

Learn the basics of Yogic Anatomy to know more about how the body moves and energy movement. Here you will explore the different human systems be it Muscular System and Movement, Digestive System and Movement, Respiratory System and Movement along with Yogic concepts of Chakras, Nadis and Bandhas. Learning the Anatomy and Alignment is of paramount importance while practicing and teaching Yoga safely.

The Art of Teaching - Teaching Methodology:

Becoming a skilled yoga teacher demands more than just knowing the yoga postures. You'll learn how to structure a class, guide students with confidence, offer verbal cues and hands-on adjustments, and create a balanced, inclusive experience for all levels. As part of your training, you'll teach real classes and receive personalised feedback to build your teaching skills step by step.

Traditional and Holistic Connecting Curriculum:

Rishikul Yogshala follows the Classical Yogic Wisdom through the lens of Modern Scientific View Point. Classical Yogic techniques blending with contemporary scientific based analysis are delivered by the pool of experienced teachers. Learn, Assimilate and Experience the Timeless Yogic Wisdom.

Questions You Might Have Before Enrolling in Our Yoga Teacher Training

Frequently Asked Questions

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QWhat types of Yoga courses do you offer?

We offer a range of Yoga programs, including 200 hour, 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training, 500 Hour YTTC, and specialised workshops, and short-term yoga & Ayurveda retreats suitable for beginners to advanced practitioners.

QWhat styles of Yoga will I learn?

Our course is rich and diverse in content, ranging from traditional Hatha Yoga to dynamic Ashtanga Vinyasa, Pranayama as breath work, Yoga Philosophy, and various Meditative techniques and guided sessions.

QWhat is included in a Yoga Teacher Training course?

A Yoga Teacher Training Course in India includes daily sessions of asana, pranayama, and meditation, along with in-depth study of yoga philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methodology. Students receive simple, yet clean accommodation, nourishing yogic meals and comprehensive study materials to support their learning. After successfully completion of the course, you will be awarded a Yoga Alliance recognized certification, qualifying you to teach yoga anywhere in the world.

QCan a beginner enrol and become a yoga teacher?

Yes, many students enrol in Yoga Teacher Training Program with no prior Yoga background and without in-depth practice also. The 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is a foundational program and helps students to start their Yogic Journey from scratch. With the guide of expert teachers, you can not only complete this program easily; but also be a very capable teacher and kick start your yogic journey.

QWhat is the age limit for the yoga teacher training course?

You can be of any age to do a yoga teacher training program, provided you have reasonable level of physical and mental fitness to pursue the course. Most schools take in students aged between 18 and 65 years.

QWhat is Yoga Alliance?

Yoga Alliance USA is the world's largest and most respected International Organization for Yoga Professionals (Registering Yoga Teachers and Registering Yoga Schools). The Yoga Alliance establishes standards for Yogic Education, Professionalism, and Authenticity in Yogic Instruction by setting systemic requirements that schools and teachers must meet. They are committed to preserving the yogic roots and traditions to help build a conscious global community of qualified yoga teachers. The system of Yoga Alliance follows a specified process in designating teachers as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT 200, RYT 300 and RYT 500) and likewise schools as Registered Yoga Schools (RYS), thereby creating the process of learning and sharing the Yogic Wisdom seamlessly.

QHow can I apply or enrol in YTTC?

You can apply directly through our website by filling out the enrolment form. Our team will guide you through the process and help you secure your spot in the course.

At Rishikul Yogshala, you can learn from experienced teachers, practice in peaceful settings, and enjoy the local rich culture and natural beauty. With our Yoga Teacher Training, you can create a holistic way of living where you are.

What Our Students Say About Us

Reviews and Testimonials

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I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our yoga teachers in Kerala, India for their patience and support at Rishikul Yogshala - the best yoga school in India. The knowledge they shared during Yoga Teacher Training has made this journey incredible. Thank You!

Maroni YTT Graduate

The Yoga TTC in Kerala at Rishikul Yogshala has opened the door for me to teach yoga professionally. Their yoga instructors were great and cleared each and every doubt we had in our minds. Our group of 7 participants made the learning experience even better. Thanks!

Beatriz YTT Graduate

I would say Rishikul Yogshala is the best yoga school in India for yoga teacher training. The challenging yoga postures have strengthened us greatly. I now feel extremely knowledgeable and confident to teach yoga. Thank You for your guidance!

Maria YTT Graduate

I get to know about Rishikul's 200hr course, it is amazing and gives a lot of positive and mesmerizing experience in my journey of yoga. The experience here is really wonderful.

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