50 Day 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India
500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
The 500-Hour Yoga Certification Course is the most intense yoga training program of Jeevatman Yogshala’s yoga teacher training programs. This intensive 2-month residential training is specially designed for dedicated yoga practitioners who wish to completely engage themselves in the vast field of yoga. This prestigious program has a holistically prepared curriculum comprising various modules. Participants learn advanced asana sequences and explore intensive philosophy workshops.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Deepen yourself-practice with proper techniques
- Learn the philosophy of yoga, spirituality, and pranayama
- Practice Hatha yoga on the banks of river Ganga for purification
- Participate in foothills and cave meditations
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- 49 nights accommodation
- Two daily delightful vegetarian and vegan meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
50 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Meditation garden
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- ATM / banking
- Convenience / grocery store
- Currency exchange
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Medical assistance
- Tour assistance
- Wireless internet
Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayan foothills, the accommodation offers breathtaking mountain views that enhance your yoga experience. Each room is designed with comfort and simplicity in mind, featuring large windows to capture the stunning landscapes, along with cozy furnishings and natural materials to create a peaceful retreat. The facilities include modern amenities and dedicated meditation spaces all set against the backdrop of the inspiring mountains. Experience the perfect blend of nature and mindfulness in the tranquil haven.
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
For both short-term and long-term experiences, the 500-hour TTC provides an excellent introduction for beginners to establish a solid foundation. The 500-hour yoga TTC curriculum delivers the fundamentals across all key facets over about 7 weeks:
- Yoga Asanas - 35+ poses and techniques
- Pranayama - breathing practices
- Yoga Philosophy and Lifestyle
- Meditation and mindfulness
- Teaching methodology
- Anatomy and alignment
This immersive introduction helps students to:
- Deepen their self-practice with proper techniques
- Build strength, flexibility and balance
- Relieve stress and experience inner peace
- Learn the rich spiritual history behind yoga
- Start their teaching journey with confidence
Individuals with limited time can obtain a brief but holistic educational experience. It also serves as the first level certification before advancing to 200 or 300-hour courses.
Comprehensive curriculum
The curriculum not only covers asana skills but also encompasses the philosophy of yoga, spirituality, pranayama, meditation, and Ayurveda, thereby ensuring a holistic educational experience. Jeevatman Yogshala creates customized modules to suit individual aspirations and objectives.
Experienced trainers
Jeevatman Yogshala's instructors have decades of teaching experience in different forms of yoga and are registered with prestigious institutions. Their guidance is an invaluable asset to learners.
Spectacular view
Jeevatman Yogshala offers spectacular views of the magnificent Himalayas. The serene and peaceful setting ensures a focused practice free from distractions.
Comfortable accommodation with sattvic food
The accommodations are equipped with modern amenities. Additionally, theretreat offers a variety of dietary options, including Ayurvedic and gluten-free cuisine.
Spiritual energy of Rishikesh
Jeevatman Yogshala harness the spiritual energy of Rishikesh by providing immersive experiences into its rich heritage through:
- Hatha yoga on the banks of river Ganga for purification
- Sunrise meditation in the foothills
- Meditation in mysterious caves
- Nature walk
Course Curriculum
Asana practice
- Sun salutation a and b
- Standing asana series
- Sitting asana series
- Finishing asana series
- Vinyasa flow
- Modern and contemporary yoga poses
- Back bend
- Forward bend
- Twist inversion
Hatha yoga
- Hatha yoga philosophy
- Ancient texts and scriptures of Hatha yoga
- Aims and objectives of Hatha yoga
- Asanas
- Pavan Muktasana – 1
- Pavan Muktasana – 2
- Hatha Surya Namaskar (sun salutation)
- Standing postures
- Kneeling postures
- Sitting postures
- Forward fold postures
- Backbend postures
- Supine postures
- Prone postures
- Inversion postures
- Relaxing postures
Meditation
- What is meditation
- Benefits of meditation
- Different kinds of meditation
- Obstacles on the path of meditation
- Active meditation
- Passive meditation
- Aim and objective of meditation
Yoga philosophy
- What is yoga
- History of yoga
- Types of yoga
- Introduction to patanjali
- Yoga sutra
- Yogic lifestyle
- Four traditional paths of yoga
- Eight limbs of yoga
- Five states of mind
- Four aspects of the mind
- Introduction to bhagvad gita
Ashtanga yoga theory and asana
Standing poses
- Padangusthasana – Big toes pose
- Padahastasana – Hand to foot pose
- Utthita trikonasana – Extended triangle pose
- Parivrtta trikonasana – Revolved triangle pose
- Utthita parsvakonasana – Extended side angle pose
- Parivrtta parsvakonasana – Revolved side angle pose
- Prasarita padottanasana A, B, C, D – Wide-legged forward bend
- Parsvottanasana – Intense side stretch pose
- Utthita hasta padangusthasana A, B, C, D – Extended hand-to-big-toe pose
- Ardha baddha padmottanasana – Half bound lotus standing forward bend
Sitting poses
- Dandasana – Staff pose
- Paschimottanasana A, B, C – Seated forward bend
- Purvottanasana – Upward plank pose
- Ardha baddha padma paschimottanasana – Seated bound half lotus
- Trianga mukhaikapada paschimottanasana – Three-limbed forward bend
- Janu sirsasana A, B, C – Head to knee pose
- Marichyasana A, B, C, D – Sage pose
- Navasana – Boat pose
- Bhujapidasana – Shoulder pressing pose
- Kurmasana – Tortoise pose
- Supta kurmasana – Sleeping tortoise
- Garbha pindasana – Embryo pose
- Kukkutasana – Cockerel pose
- Baddha konasana A, B – Bound angle pose
- Upavistha konasana A, B – Wide angle seated forward bend
- Supta konasana – Reclining angle pose
- Supta hasta padangusthasana A, B, C – Reclined hand-to-big-toe pose
Finishing poses
- Ubhaya padangusth asana- double hold toe pose
- Urdhva mukha Paschimottanasana – Upward Facing Intense West Stretch
- Setu bandhasana- Bridge pose
- Urdhva dhanurasana – upward bow pose
- Paschimottanasana – seated forward bend pose
- Salamba Sarvangasana – shoulder stand
- Halasana- plough pose
- Karnpidasana- ear pressure pose
- Urdhva Padmasana – upward lotus pose
- Pindasna – Embryo pose
- Matsyasana – fish pose
- Uttan padasana – the raised leg pose
- Sirsasana A,B- head stand
- Yog Mundra asana- psychic union pose
- Padmasana – lotus pose
- Tolasana – scale pose
- Savasana- corpse pose
Alignment and Adjustment
- A sequence of yoga asana and posture
- How to give instructions
- Benefits of a yoga posture
- Anatomy of a yoga posture
- Role of adjustments in a class
- Contra-indications of a yoga posture
- Art of touch
- How to make adjustments in a class
- How to use a prop
Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction
- Muscular system
- Skeletal system
- Respiratory system
- Digestive sysytem
- Nervous system
- Bones of the skull
- Cervical vertebrae
- Shoulder girdle/ arm
- Bones/ pelvic region
- Deformities of the spine
- Postural imbalances
- Joints and range of motion
Shatkarma
- What is shatkriya
- Benefits of shatkriya
- Types of shatkriyas
- Neti
- Dhauti
- Nauli
- Basti
- Kapalbhati
- Trataka
Pranayama
- History of yoga
- Types of yoga
- Introduction to yoga sutras
- Eight limbs of yoga
- Yamas and niyamas
- Philosophy of asana and pranayama
Mantra recitation
- What is mantra
- The importance of ‘OM’
- Power of mantra
- Union mantra – Opening mantra
- Gayatri mantra
- Mahamrityunjay mantra
- Pavamana mantra
- Shri Ganesha mantra
- Patanjali prayer
- Guru mantra
- Ganesha mantra
- Gayatri mantra
- Ashtanga opening mantra
- Ashtanga finishing mantra
Salient features of the 500-hour yoga certification are as follows:
- Well-rounded approach: The program offers a well-rounded approach, giving equal importance to anatomy, pranayama, meditation, and yoga therapy alongside asana practice.
- Live demonstration classes: Multiple live demonstration classes conducted every week provide hands-on experience teaching diverse community groups.
- Regular feedback: Regular feedback from mentors fine-tunes the skills of the learners.
- Personal mentoring: The small batch size (up to 15 students per batch) ensures personal attention. Guest lectures from experts further broaden perspectives
- Comfortable stay: Comfortable accommodations, nutritious vegetarian meals, and weekend excursions rejuvenate both the body and the soul.
- The Sangha spirit: A supportive sangha spirit helps you bond for life.
Highlights of the training:
- Mastery of all styles: Advance through the Primary Series of Ashtanga, along with in-depth practice in Hatha, Aerial, Vinyasa, and Yin yoga styles.
- Anatomy expertise: Gain comprehensive knowledge of the musculoskeletal and subtle body systems—crucial for optimizing alignment and reducing the risk of injury across various body types.
- Yogic lifestyle: Immerse in a lifestyle guided by yogic values such as ahimsa and brahmacharya, supported by a sattvic diet, cleansing kriyas, and structured daily routines.
- Accreditation: Certified as an E-RYT 500 by Yoga Alliance, the program offers internationally recognized credentials and personalized guidance toward building a successful teaching career.
This is more than just a training—it's a transformative experience designed to unlock full potential and cultivate mastery. Applications are now open for upcoming 500-hour training batches.
Sample daily schedule
- 06:00 - 06:30 Kriyas
- 06:35 - 08:00 Pranayama / mantra chanting
- 08:30 - 10:00 Hatha class
- 10:15 Brunch / free time / study time
- 12:15 - 13:00 Yoga Nidra
- 13:00 Tea
- 13:30 - 14:45 Philosophy / yoga principles / Yoga Sutra lectures
- 15:00 - 16:00 Alignment / teaching practice
- 16:15 - 17:15 Ashtanga Vinyasa
- 17:30 - 18:30 Anatomy
- 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
- 20:00 - 20:45 Meditation
- 21:00 Mauna / silence
Included excursions
The Ganga Aarti
Witnessing the evening Ganga Aarti by the banks of the Ganges is a soul-stirring experience. Conducted twice daily just before sunset and sunrise, it is a mesmerizing ritual that pays tribute to River Ganga. Watch in awe as priests light brightly colored butter lamps and lotus flowers while chanting hymns to the accompaniment of traditional instruments like the conch shell. Soak in the positive vibes and discover inner peace at this globally popular ceremony.
Beatles Ashram
Steeped in 1960s counterculture history, the remains of the ashram founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, which was once visited by The Beatles, are located near Rishikesh. Though now in ruins, walk along the banks of the Ganga River to this globally iconic spot and feel the positive vibrations left behind. Understand how it shaped the global conscious community in the era of free love and peace movements. Meditate amidst the ruins for a glimpse of the past.
Neer Garh Waterfall
Only 16 kilometers away from Rishikesh, the Neer Garh Waterfalls provide the much-needed respite from city noise. Nestled amidst dense forests in the lower Himalayas, these multi-tiered falls originating from the Song River descend more than 50 meters. Ideal for a refreshing picnic or to practice outdoor yoga, it is a globally famous trekking destination offering solace amidst emerald green mountains. Don't forget your camera to capture the mesmerizing sights.
Instructors
Prashant Negi
At the youthful age of 13, Prashant Negi experienced the magic of yoga in Rishikesh and fell in love with it. Since that fateful first meeting with the delightful world of yoga, he embarked on a fantastic journey to share knowledge of aerial yoga and Ashtanga with people around the world. Prashant has begun teaching yoga at the tender age of 17 and has travelled to China and Thailand to teach people about the transformative possibilities of the regular exercise of yoga. Now he invites you to take an extraordinary yoga adventure towards new health and happiness.
Anant Jethuri
Introducing Anant, a multi-layered professional from the epicentre of yoga- Rishikesh. Behind his extensive understanding of yoga anatomy lies a lifetime of practice combined with scholastic success in education and zoology. Anant's practical and engaging teaching methods inspire a passion for anatomy in his pupils. He effortlessly takes his students to a world of wisdom and enlightenment with his soulful music and engaging lectures.
Ayushi Desai
For Ayushi, yoga transcends mere physicality – it offers her a sense of purpose in today's era of disconnect, degrading health and constant hustle. Hailing from a strongly spiritual background of Jainism – where humans strive to find their higher selves while embodying their ascend – she felt a distinct, perfect fit with the holistic philosophy that yoga breathes. After years of practising yoga, she cannot stress enough on its importance for one's spiritual ethos.
Retreat location
Rishikesh is recognized as the yoga capital of the world and is a premier location for yoga teacher training. Aspiring yoga learners and dedicated practitioners are attracted to Rishikesh because of its rich spiritual heritage, guru-shishya tradition and its deeply meditative environment. The abundance of yoga schools, ashrams, and teacher training courses (TTC) makes Rishikesh a premier destination for individuals seeking to learn yoga in its most authentic form and obtain teaching certification.
Rishikesh provides a balanced experience of adventure, culture, and inner peace. Some highlights of holistic retreats:
- Find stillness by holy shrines and caves
- Seek blessings trekking to ancient hilltop Kunjapuri temple
- Enlightening discourses by saintly masters
- Ganga aarti invoking the river deity
- Ayurvedic treatments and organic cafes
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Jeevatman Yogashala offers two delightful vegetarian and vegan meals made with the freshest local ingredients from Rishikesh. Each meal is crafted with care, thought, and a touch of love to ensure that you feel revitalized, hydrated, and energized throughout your day.
Jeevatman Yogashala pays special attention to the quality of its food, providing wholesome brunch and dinner options that are vegetarian or vegan and packed with nutritious ingredients. The meals come with a variety of fresh fruits, salads, and healthy beverages, and they also cater to those seeking gluten-free options. Your dietary preferences are important, so please inform the school in advance so they can accommodate your needs.
The following meals are included:
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
What's included
- 500-hour yoga teacher training with comprehensive curriculum
- 49 nights accommodation with spectacular view
- Half-board meals (brunch and dinner)
- GST
- Certificate of completion
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Additional meals and activities
- Personal expenses
- Laundry expenses (service available at additional cost)
- Travel insurance
- Medical insurance
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Jolly Grant Airport
15 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Indira Gandhi International Airport
208 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Airport transfer is not provided. From the airport, you can hire a cab or take a volvo bus from Delhi bus stand to Rishikesh bus stand (ISBT).
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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