Best 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Twenty-six days that genuinely changed my practice. The Hatha classes in the morning and Ashtanga in the evening built strength I did not know I had, and the philosophy classes gave the asanas meaning. The teachers correct your alignment personally rather than just calling out poses.

I arrived able to do a few poses and left able to teach a full class with confidence. The teaching methodology module and the practicum sessions were the most valuable parts — you actually stand up and teach your peers before you graduate.

The Shat Kriya cleansing practices and pranayama sessions were completely new to me and had a real effect on my energy. Waking at 5:30 sounds hard but the rhythm of the day makes it natural after the first week.

Small group, excellent food and a peaceful location near the Ganges. Sunday excursions to the temples and waterfalls were a lovely break. I also appreciated the Ayurvedic massage sessions included in the course.

The anatomy and alignment classes were taught clearly in English and were very practical. My Yoga Alliance registration went through without any issue after the course, so the RYS-200 paperwork is properly handled.

An honest, traditional school rather than a commercial one. Mantra chanting and meditation in the evening became my favourite part of the day. I left feeling like a teacher, not just a student who finished a course.