Personal Class
  • 1 to 1 coaching
  • Food, asana, pranayama
  • custom class
Group Class
  • 10 minimum
  • yoga, meditation, Asana group class
  • daily fitness class
Daily fitness group class
  • Basic to intermediate asana class
  • Advanced asana class
Disease Class
  • 1 to 1 class
  • 1 hour class
  • Monday to Friday class

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Overview

At Nirvana Yoga School, your journey into the heart of yoga begins where it all began, Rishikesh, the sacred birthplace of yoga, nestled along the shimmering waters of the holy Ganga and cradled by the majestic Himalayas. 

Our 200-hour yoga teacher training in India is more than just a certification – it’s an invitation to step into a transformative path of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. Recognized by Yoga Alliance, USA, this foundational course is carefully designed to balance practical learning with the rich philosophy and timeless wisdom that yoga embodies.

Throughout this immersive training, you’ll deepen your personal practice and acquire knowledge and confidence to usher others on their paths. Our curriculum consists of a robust curriculum in asana practice (postures), pranayama (breathwork), meditation, yoga philosophy, human anatomy, teaching methodology, and ethics, all coursing through the beauty and rigor of Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa traditions.

Once you complete the 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, the door to anywhere in the world is open for you to teach yoga with experience as an RYT-200 or Registered Yoga Teacher. 

Yet beyond the certificate, there exists something quite profound: the internal transformation that takes place when mind, body, and spirit coalesce in harmony. This journey, whether you intend to teach or only grow, will awaken a deeper sense of presence, purpose, and peace in you. 

At Nirvana, we don’t just teach yoga; we live it!

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What is included

Eligibility for 200 hour YTTC

Presuming that a 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh might be said to be about physical preparation is certainly an incomplete view: the heart and mind are to be opened towards transformation.

  • This is a perfect course for beginner to intermediate-level practitioners who want to work their way deeper into their personal practice, delve deeper into yoga philosophy, and obtain the skills needed to guide others with authenticity. No prior teaching experience is necessary – just a basic understanding of yoga practice and a sincere will to grow. 
  • Applicants should nurture a true study of, sincere practice of, and living by yoga, not just as an alignment; it is an alignment that supports balance, peace, and awareness.
  • As the programs are entirely in English, a basic understanding of the language will make it easier to interact with the discussions, instructions, and interactive learning. This will allow you to absorb the teachings and communicate meaningfully with others. 
  • Since the course invites maturity, responsibility, and readiness for delving deeper into the aspects of yoga – physical, mental, and spiritual, anyone below 16 year of age is not considered eligible for a 200-hour  yoga teacher training in India.

Curriculum for 200 hour YTTC

The Nirvana Yoga School curriculum follows the standards for 200 hour yoga teacher training set by Yoga Alliance, USA. It is crafted by experienced and skilled yoga teachers and includes the following subjects:

Techniques, Training & Practice

Traditional Hatha Yoga
  • Historical contexts of hatha yoga
  • Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
  • Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation)
  • Pawan Muktasana series A, B, C
  • Asanas (Postures)
    • Standing Asanas
    • Vajrasana Group of Asanas
    • Backward Bending Asanas
    • Forward Bending Asanas
    • Spinal Twisting Asanas
    • Balancing Asanas
    • Inverted Asanas
    • Relaxation Asanas
  • Sequences
    • Standing Sequence
    • Kneeling Sequence
    • Sitting Sequence
    • Pronation Sequence
    • Supination Sequence
    • Inversion Sequence
    • Twisting Sequence
    • Hip-Opening Sequence
    • Forward Bending Sequence
    • Back Bending Sequence
 
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
  • Historical contexts of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga including different asanas.
  • Ashtanga Primary series Asanas with the asana alignment & adjustment, variations, contraindications, breathing techniques and their benefits
    • Surya Namaskar A (Sun salutation A) - 9 Vinyasas
    • Surya Namaskar B (Sun salutation B) - 17 Vinyasas
    • Standing asana series
    • Sitting asana series
    • Closing sequesnce
  • Understanding & practice of Vinyasa Flow
 
Alignment & Adjustment
  • Aspects of Yoga Alignment
  • Various Principles of Hands-Adjustments
  • Practical lessons on Alignments & Adjustment of various Asanas
Pranayama / Breathing Practices
  • Historical contexts of pranayama & subtle body.
  • Understanding of pranayama effects on your body.
  • Four Aspects of Pranayama
  • The Pranic Body
  • Five Major Pranas & Five Minor Pranas
  • Nadis - Channels of Prana
  • Ida Pingala and Sushumna
  • Location of the Nadis
  • Basic Understanding of Chakras
  • Different Types of Pranayama Practices
    • Abdominal (or diaphragmatic) breathing
    • Thoracic Breathing
    • Clavicular Breathing
    • Yogic Breathing
    • Nadi Shodhana Pranayama/ Alternate Nostril Breathing
    • Sheetali Pranayama/ Cooling Breath
    • Sheetkari Pranayama
    • Bhramari Pranayama
    • Ujjayi Breathing
    • Bhastrika Pranayama
    • Kapalbhati Pranayama/ Frontal brain cleansing breath
    • Surya Bhedi Pranayama
    • Chandra Bhedi Pranayama
Mudras & Bandhas
  • Mudras (Hand Gestures)
    • Five Element Theory
    • Jnana Mudra (Psychic Gesture of Knowledge)
    • Chin Mudra (Psychic Gesture of Consciousness
    • Hridaya Mudra (Heart Gesture)
    • Shoonya Mudra (Gesture of Emptiness)
    • Apan Mudra (Digestion Gesture)
    • Prana Mudra (Invocation of energy)
    • Vayu Mudra (Gesture of Air)
    • Prithvi Mudra (Gesture of Earth)
    • Buddhi Mudra (Gesture of Intellect)
  • Bandhas (Energy Lock)
    • Jalandhara Bandha (throat lock)
    • Moola Bandha (perineum contraction)
    • Uddiyana Bandha (abdominal contraction)
    • Maha Bandha (the great lock)
Shatkarma (Cleansing techniques)
  • Jalaneti
  • Rubber neti
  • Netra Shudhi (Eye cleansing)
Meditation
  • History and philosophy of meditation.
  • What is Meditation
  • Preparation for Meditation
  • Asanas for Meditation
  • Mudra & Bandhas for Meditation
  • Different Types of Meditation Practices
    • Mantra Meditation
    • Guided Meditation
    • Mindfulness Meditation
    • Loving Kindness Meditation
    • Inner Silence Meditation
    • Progressive Muscle Relaxation Meditation
    • Art Meditation
    • Breath Awareness Meditation
    • Emotional Awareness Meditation
    • Raisin Meditation
    • Trataka Meditation
    • Chakra Meditation
  • Yoga Nidra
Mantra Chanting
  • Mantra Practice with their meaning
    • Ganesh Mantra
    • Mahāmṛtyunjaya Mantra
    • Invocation to Guru
    • Shanti (Peace) Mantras
    • Pranayama Mantra
    • Universal Peace Mantra
    • Invocation to Patanjali
    • Hare Krishna Maha Mantra

Anatomy & Physiology

Yoga Anatomy, Physiology & Biomechanics
  • Anatomy & Physiology
    • Levels of structural complexities
    • Skeletal System
    • Muscular System
    • Nervous System
    • Endocrine System
    • Respiratory System
    • Cardiovascular System
    • Digestive System
  • Biomechanics
    • Force
    • Joint Movements
    • Safe Movements

Yoga Humanities

History, Yoga Philosophy & Ethics
  • History of Yoga
  • Origination & Meaning of Yoga
  • Different type of Yoga
  • Gyana Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga
  • The Eight Limbs of Yoga
  • Understanding of Patanjali Yoga Sutras
  • Understanding Bhagavad Gita
Ayurveda
  • Panchamahabhutas (The Five Element Theory)
  • The Human Constitution - Vata, Pitta, Kapha
  • The Three Gunas - Sattva, Rajas, Tamas

Professional Essentials

Teaching Methodology
  • Sequencing
  • Pace
  • Environment & ambiance of a yoga class
  • Yoga Cues
Teaching Practice
  • Teaching/guiding a yoga class
  • Command over teaching yoga
  • Essential skills for teaching a yoga class
  • Mentoring and feedback

Daily Schedule

S.No Time Subject Teacher
1 7:00 – 8:20 AM Ashtanga / Palm Balancing Kailash Bishnoi
Payal Rawat
2 8:30 – 9:00 AM Pranayam / Shatkaram Varsha Arya
3 9:00 – 10:00 AM Breakfast -
4 10:00 – 11:00 AM THEORY
Anatomy / Alignment & Adjustment / Ayurveda / PHI
Yusuf Khan
Varsha Arya
5 12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch -
6 1:00 – 4:00 PM Rest -
7 4:00 – 5:30 PM Hatha Yoga Kailash Bishnoi
8 5:40 – 6:10 PM Meditation / Evening Walk -
9 6:30 – 8:30 PM Dinner -
10 9:00 – 9:45 PM Theory Test Both
11 10:00 PM Lights Off & Gate Closed -

Exam & Certification

Yoga teaching is a skill that is given due relevance at Nirvana Yoga School. It is recognized that yoga is not just something one learns; it is actually something that one lives and breathes into existence. 

Our 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh constitutes an intense and life-changing journey that nourishes both your skills and your spirit. As you draw near to the end of this beautiful journey, you step into the ready-for-teacher zone and are honored with a supportive and genuine evaluation. 

This is less about being perfect and more about how much the teachings have truly grounded themselves within you-i.e., in your mind, body, and heart.

How We Assess Your Journey Toward Becoming a Yoga Teacher

  • Your growth will be tested in an applied practical exam wherein you must demonstrate your knowledge of asanas, pranayama, meditation, sequencing, and safe alignment, as well as care and clarity in guiding others.
  • You will be subjected to written examinations representing your understanding of the core areas of yoga philosophy, anatomy, breathwork, meditation, and the vast knowledge on which authentic teaching rests.
  • Your classroom participation and active engagement throughout the 200-hour yoga teacher training in India will be observed gently, as how you show up – with presence, enthusiasm, and openness, is equally important as what you know. 
  • Being the last chance to teach, an assessment will let you slip into the teacher’s seat, working your way through all of your learning and receiving nurturing critiques to grow from.
  • Attendance and sincere participation in all activities of the 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh are plenty enough requirements for certification, for Yoga is as much about discipline and consistency as inspiration.

Your Path to Becoming a Certified Yoga Teacher

Upon the successful completion of this course, along with the successful completion of the examination process, the RYT 200 certification from Nirvana Yoga School will be awarded to you – an international certification that allows you to register with Yoga Alliance USA. The registration permits you to go anywhere in the world and freely teach yoga, sharing your voice, your light, and your wisdom with others who wish to transform through the magic of yoga.

But more than just a certificate, what you take with you is the transformation – the newfound confidence, awareness, and being present, that will, in turn, inspire your students and life. The Nirvana way is to prepare students not simply for teaching but to step into the shoes of a compassionate guide and lifelong student of yoga.

Accommodation & Food

Here at Nirvana School, we believe the 200-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh encompasses a journey of the mind and spirit as much as it does of the body. To carry you towards this sacred path in full support, we have set up accommodation and food worthy of the whole cause, exuding an atmosphere of calmness and equanimity, enabling you to go all into the life-changing art of yoga. 

Comfortable Stay in the Heart of Rishikesh

There is something that we want to emphasize, and that is your comfort and peace of mind. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Himalayas, away from the city’s noise, an accommodation is in a quiet, tranquil environment where the sounds of nature gently lull you through the day. Here, your downtime is for resting, reflecting, and reinvigorating yourself before or between your training sessions.

Private Room

2-Shared Room

4-Shared Room

Nourishing Meals for a Yogic Lifestyle

We believe that which nourishes your being also nourishes your soul. At Nirvana, food is not just sustenance; rather, food itself is a practice, a conscious ritual that goes hand in hand with the physical, mental, and spiritual alterations you will be witnessing throughout the 200-hour yoga teacher training in India.

  • You will be served clean vegetarian food, which is light and delicious, prepared with love to sustain your energy, sharpness, and calm during the training.
  • Meals are prepared with the intention to strengthen your practice; all the ingredients are wholesome: whole grains, lentils, vegetables, fresh fruits, and healing spices are common.
  • We avoid overly processed or heavy foods to maintain a sattvic diet, which is considered pure and calming, that helps promote a clear mind and inner stillness.

Something in particular?

If you have special dietary needs-anywhere from vegan, gluten-free to allergy-aware-please do not hesitate to inform us. We shall make all the arrangements to ensure that your meals cater to your needs either during booking or upon your arrival.

Facilities

Total Course Fee (Including Room & Food)

200 Hrs YTTC

Duration – 24 Days
Shared Room – 26000₹
Private Room – 50000₹

500 Hrs YTTC

Duration – 56 Days
Shared Room – 60000₹
Private Room – 115000₹

Pre natal and Posthetal Yoga

Duration – 7 Days
Shared Room – 16000₹
Private Room – 25000₹

Why Kailasha?

Choosing your perfect space in Rishikesh for 200 hours of yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is more than just picking a course: it is a sanctuary where your heart feels at home, your body is supported, and your spirit is inspired to arise. 

Nirvana Yoga School has set up an environment conducive to deep learning, healing, and authentic transformation-a place where every detail encourages you to reconnect with yourself.

What Makes Nirvana a Truly Unique Experience?

  • Quality Education Rooted in Tradition: Our Gurus have earned reputation-based respect over the years of being embodied in ancient yoga wisdom. They bring older, deeper knowledge into classes with real love, presence, and devotion and will lovingly and carefully guide you at every step along your journey.
  • Serene Setting in Upper Tapovan, Rishikesh:  The campus is located on Silent Hill, where it is calm and peaceful, the perfect place for introspection and spiritual unfoldment.
  • Fresh Mountain Air and Low AQI:  Every breath is a gift from the Himalayas-luxuriously clean, glacial, and so crisp it nurtures your prana and outlines your brain-waves for deep meditation.
  • Private Balconies in Every Room:  With a spacious balcony attached to each room, this cozy spot serves as the perfect setting for some herbal tea sipping, journal scribbling, reflections, gentle stretching, or sky-and-mountains-gazing in blissful silence.
  • Whole Food-Eating:  Every meal is prepared in the kitchen with organic, sattvic ingredients, combining Ayurveda with conscious cooking, thereby nourishing the body and soul. 
  • Sunrise Views from the Site:  Just a few steps away from your room is the golden glow of the Himalayan sunrise, setting the perfect ambiance for morning sadhana, silent meditations, or gratitude exercises.
  • Easy Movement and Comfortable Environment:  The campus layout lends itself to easy movement from yoga halls and rooms, complete with elevator access. One must remember that comfort and accessibility go hand in hand in the process of imparting fully immersive education.
  • Sleep Induction Each Room:  Sleeping is a holy thing at Nirvana! Each room is equipped with a Deep Sleep sound system that plays relaxing frequencies to calm you out of your day’s work and recharge you for your training sessions.
  • Healing Hand in Every Hall:  Our yoga halls are unlike any other: They provide herbal treatments, Ayurvedic herbal facial mists, yoga massage tools, and pleasant aromatherapy to physically release and balance emotional conditioning. 
  • State-of-the-Art Equipment for Learning: High-fidelity audio systems, microphones, and traditional instruments adorn the halls to create an ambience that uplifts Kirtans, mantras, and joyous learning. 
  • Cultural and Spiritual Events: Dive into the worldly sound of Kirtan alongside enriched theory classes and traditional Indian rituals so as to bind the cultural, spiritual, and philosophical roots of yoga.

At the Nirvana Yoga School, every nook, every morsel, every breath, and every posture is designed to carry you toward your true nature, calm, radiant, and whole. This certainly is not a mere school fussing over certificates and promising jobs; it is a sacred space where transformation happens.

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Guide to Travelling to India

Visa

You would need a tourist Visa or an e-Visa to do the yoga course in India. You can get the visa for a duration ranging from 30 to 180 days depending on the visa you are applying for. Apply for a Visa

How to reach school
  • Firstly, you have to book a flight to New Delhi Aiport - Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). You can book a domestic flight to Dehradun Airport (DED) from Delhi. From Dehradun Aiport, we offer a free taxi pickup service for our students.
  • We do offer pickup from New Delhi - Indira Gandhi International Airport with an additional charge of 80 USD
Weather
  • Weather conditions are as follows in Rishikesh, India
    • October to February: Winter Season with December and January being the coldest months
    • March to June: Summer season with May and June being the hottest months
    • July to September: Rainy season
What to bring
You should bring your clothes and daily essentials. For yoga classes, it advised to bring yoga clothes. Apart from this, all other things required for the course will be provided by us.
 
Nearby stores
Our yoga school in Rishikesh is located in a peaceful area near the main city. The daily needs, clothes, cafes, restaurants, and currency exchange centers are all available at a walking distance of 10 minutes.
 
Currency exchange

Currency exchange centers are available at the Airport or on the streets nearby our school.

Plugs in India

In India, we only use C, D, and M types of plugs.

Local sim card

You can buy an Indian sim from the market or airport with the help of your Passport and ID.

How much does the yoga class cost?
Our monthly fee ranges from ₹26,000 to ₹1,00,000 depending on the Yoga course and session type (group or personalized). We also offer trial classes so you can experience a session before committing.
What are the class timings and how long is each session?
We offer both morning and evening batches to suit working professionals and students. Each session lasts 60 minutes and includes warm-up, asanas (postures), breathing exercises (pranayama), and relaxation.
What type of yoga sessions will be conducted?

Our classes include a mix of:

  • Hatha Yoga (foundation & flexibility)
  • Power Yoga (strength & fat loss)
  • Pranayama (breathing techniques)
  • Meditation (mental clarity & stress relief)

Sessions are structured for beginners to intermediate levels.

Is yoga suitable for beginners or people with health issues?

Yes. Beginners are absolutely welcome. Our instructor provides modifications based on your fitness level. If you have any medical conditions (back pain, thyroid, PCOS, etc.), please inform us so sessions can be adjusted safely.

Will yoga help with weight loss and do you provide diet guidance?
Yes, regular practice helps improve metabolism, reduce stress-related weight gain, and tone the body. We also provide basic diet guidance and lifestyle tips to support your fitness goals, but extreme dieting is not required.
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