Terilee Wickens
from India,
November 2024
"10/10 would yog again"
I had such a positive experience at Vinyasa Yogashala and I wish I could relive it all again already. All of the teachers had their own teaching style and were all incredible - which made for perfect examples of how to be a good yoga teacher. The course content was varied and I learnt so much in such a short time. The people that are drawn to this place are also amazing and I have made beautiful lifelong friends from this!
Boadicea Nicholls
from United Kingdom,
November 2024
"Truly the best yoga school!"
I loved this school. I was nervous before going and spent a few days in rishikesh beforehand and even all the local cafe owners had nothing but good things to say about this school. I had the most incredible experience here - all of the teachers were incredibly caring, knowledgeable and helpful. The management were so great and treated us like family. The kitchen and support staff were amazing - the food was delicious and they catered very well to me being gluten and dairy free. The people i met here will always hold a place in my heart!
They also provided so many amazing extra excursions and experiences which made the experience so special! Prepare for a month of knowledge, personal growth and insight, incredible bonds/friendships created with the fellow students and fun!
I hope to come back next year for my 300 hours!
Ramona Baccari
from Ireland,
October 2024
"Amazing and unforgettable experience "
Everything has been amazing. From the first day till the end. I will keep this experience in my heart for the rest of my life! So much knowledge and wisdom from the teachers… so many beautiful smiles good and positive energies!
A big thank you for the time you’ve given to all of us in this amazing journey
Namaste🙏🏻
Caitlin Haswell
from United States,
September 2024
The accommodation and the entire building was fresh and up to date. With beautiful Mountain View’s surrounding the yoga school. The teachers and management were extremely supportive - anyone that goes here would be in very safe hands.
Agnete Algreen-ussing
from Spain,
September 2024
"Life changing course"
I liked all the teachers energy and engagement in their classes and how much we learned in short time. I was a physical and mentally challenging, for me a big personal journey. I had so much support from all the teachers, which made me develop a lot and get a whole new understanding of all the limbs in yoga 🧘🏽♀️ Rishikesh is the best place to continue or start your spiritual yogic journey! I highly recommend Vinyasa yogsashala🤍
Jessica Gullsjö
from Sweden,
May 2024
"Amazing <3"
I learned so much from this school and met so many amazing people. It’s intense but if you want to go all in and gain as much knowledge as you can - there’s no place better.
Namaste 🪷
Jess
Anonymous
from Italy,
April 2024
"Beautiful experience "
Level of the teachers all of them well prepared
Quality of the food, fresh and light
Kindness of all the members of the staff Always ready to help you
Samira Islamagic
from Germany,
April 2024
"Unvergessliche Reise"
Die Lehrer*innen waren alle sehr professionell und haben all ihr Wissen an uns weitergegeben. Ich bin sehr dankbar für jede einzelne Ubterrichsstunde. Ich bin als Beginnerin gekommen und das war überhaupt kein Problem. Alle Mitarbeiter haben sich sehr liebevoll um mich gekümmert und alles ermöglicht. Neben dem Unterricht haben wir Ausflüge gemacht die alle im Preis erhalten waren.
Viviane Silva
from United Kingdom,
April 2024
"I do recommend Vinyasa Yogashala for your next yoga learning"
I have completed my online yoga training course from Vinyasa Yogashala. It is a decent course with good delivery. My teacher was a well-trained professional. One thing I would like to appreciate about this course was the flow of the sessions. They were not boring and lame. We also interacted with several other students in that batch; they were quite fun. The course became tough as we proceeded further, but my teacher did a commendable job handling the pressure. It is difficult to communicate properly when you are distant and willing to learn, but a lot also depends on your teacher. Teacher plays a crucial role and online courses are definitely challenging. Thankfully, we had an understanding trainer who seemed patient and willing to hear. Overall, Vinyasa Yogashala gave a great course of learning. One day, I wish to visit Rishikesh and experience the same in person. I have heard a lot about the institute and its teachers. I know it will turn out to be the best experience ever. Until then, I am pretty much satisfied with the online course. And they also provided me with some online pdf and books as learning material, which will help me a lot in the future. I haven’t seen any other institute offering it with an online course. Thanks. I do recommend Vinyasa Yogashala for your next yoga learning experience. All the best.
Yaiza Hernández Díaz
from United States,
March 2024
"BEST YOGA TRAINING COURSE IN INDIA"
On my Bali trip, I met a few friends there who suggested I go and learn yoga from Vinyasa Yogashala in Rishikesh. I had no plans to visit India and do my 300-hour yoga teacher training because my last experience in Rishikesh was not good, and I honestly dropped the idea because of that poor thing. Yes, in 2023, I gave it another chance and visited here, completed my training, and got certified. And my learning trajectory!!!! Saw massive growth. It wasn’t a disaster, It was a 4-week course with some free courses on body movement and more to heal you in different ways. Oh, no, how could this be so good? I enjoyed it like a baby who has stepped into a new world where everyone is welcoming, charming, ready to help, and energetic. The whole vibe was different there. The teachers were knowledge banks. They knew yoga inside out. Interacting with them felt like interacting with masters. So apt, to the point, and willing to teach as many times as you request them to. I can’t stop praising them. Guru ji Shivam Rawat, who taught us anatomy; Yogi Raghav, who taught us Geeta; and Guru ji Mahesh, who taught us philosophy - THEY WERE OUTSTANDING. Food - it's YUMMY, TASTY, and NUTRITIOUS. Their excursion programs were good, Ganga Aarti - you can’t miss it. I loved everything about Vinyasa Yogashala & I recently completed their ONLINE Yog Nidra course and would like to learn more about Yoga from this school; HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Mei Ling Chu
from Canada,
March 2024
"It Was the Best Retreat in Rishikesh with Vinyasa Yogashala"
It was the best retreat in Rishikesh. I am extremely impressed with Vinyasa Yogashala…..It was my first retreat experience. There is a vibe here, and I laughed, danced, and enjoyed through these 3 weeks of my stay. There is a lot of potential in the teachers here; they are humorous and absolutely BEST in what they DOOO. Can you believe that they made all of us groove on some crazy Bollywood songs…..oh my god, what a fantastic experience. Well, these guys are perfect when it comes to fun and some serious work. Classes were very well organised, we had a schedule, and we were advised to follow this seriously. There was a proper time when we were served meals (delicious meals), all vegan and topped with some great chutneys (Indian sauces). The staff, and especially the cook, was absolutely welcoming in receiving feedback. Although I had no complaints if I wanted to give particular feedback, they were happy to hear. I learned traditional hatha yoga, vinyasa flow, and yin-yang yoga - these were some intense classes that I loved and cherished throughout my training. After my training was completed, the institute held a certification ceremony. We were showered with love and compassion; for a moment, I just felt like staying there forever, but you know…..Goodbyes are hard, and it takes time, but fortunately, Vinyasa Yogashala also offers some online courses like Nidra Yoga, and I am currently enrolled on this course. I am happy that I am still connected with this school virtually.
Aleksandrs Jerkunovs
from Latvia,
February 2024
"One of the best schools to learn yoga and become a teacher"
The most important part of this yoga school is the teaching itself. You may not like the location of the school or the accomodation on 100%, but that is a secondary thing you should be worried about. The yoga teachers here are the most precious people you will ever meet. So passionate and loving, caring and at the same time serious. They do everything they can and tell you everything they know, so you could step on a path of becoming a full-fledged yoga teacher. You should never take that for granted. I am very greatful to everyone in this school, also you can meet such an amazing people here. If I had a choice to come back to this school or go try some other place, I wouldn't think twice, Vinyasa Yogashala is the Go-To for an amazing experience, which includes an ayurvedic massage, trauma healing session, sound healing session, sunrise observation on top of the mountain next to the temple, visiting spiritual temple with cave and beach yoga next to Ganga river, also rafting.
Highly recommend! ❤️
Gary William Redpath
from Germany,
January 2024
"200HR YTT"
Had an unbelievable time here at Vinyasa Yogashala for the 200HR YTT program in January 2024.
The teaching is first class, they’re all incredibly knowledgable, passionate and just really caring people. I learned so much here in the 24 days, I’ve not really fully processed it yet.
My group were incredible and was lucky enough to do this course with my wife as well.
The food was amazing & there was a nice variety each day!
Thank you to Abishek & Priyanka for all the work they are doing around the place. Always there to help us when we needed things sorted, such as maintenance or excursions etc.
Thank you to all at Vinyasa Yogashala for this special opportunity. I’m so thankful I was able to spend this time here.
Namaste 🙏🏻
Leslie Lopez
from France,
January 2024
"Une belle experience, enrichissante et dépaysante "
J'ai adoré commencer ma découverte de l'Inde et l'approfondissement de ma pratique du yoga à Rishikesh. A Vinyasa yogashala, tous les cours étaient d'une grande qualité, les professeurs à l'écoute. Les journées étaient chargées mais passionnantes. J'ai développé mon corps et mon esprit comme jamais. La nourriture excellente, pas trop épicée et adaptée à mon régime sans gluten et sans lactose. Jeet notre professeur de Hata yoga était aussi le manager de notre immeuble, quelq'un de très gentil qui a fourni un travail incroyable étant donné le nombre de personnes qu'il avait sous sa responsabilité
Jaouad Alloul
from Belgium,
January 2024
"A journey home "
At vinyasa yogashala you don’t only dive into a practice, a lifestyle, a culture. You get included to a family, a community. Sharing the rich hindu culture and inviting us to open our heart and mind to the divine.
The teachers shared knowledge with so much soul & heart. The manager, staff and everyone that kept the school running deserve the highest praise for their patience. With a big diverse group from all backgrounds it’s not easy to run, especially because a lot of people forget it’s a humbling experience and not the four seasons.
Than some minor details: being a former cook myself I advice the kitchen to use less of black pepper & some spices. More doesn’t mean more flavour, sometimes it looses in richness of the vegetables.
Also a small communal area would be great to study, share thoughts and just relax.
Last but not least some trips were very last minute, but again that’s out fixation in the West to plan, organise and control everything days, weeks in advance. At the end the excursions were always so magical and thaught us to stay patient, in the moment and grateful.
Thank you vinyasa yogashala
You have changed my life for the better
Jaouad
Jelle Solemé
from Belgium,
December 2023
I really liked the food and the excursions. Some teachers are very knowledgeable.
Anonymous
from India,
November 2023
"A BIG THANKYOU to the teachers 🫶"
Learning yoga from dedicated teachers is a blessing; when you are lost, they guide you towards your goal and motivate you to do the same! And I found some incredible teachers at Vinyasa Yogashala who have trained me to be a better trainer and a person. I wanted to become a sound healing professional and am also a yoga enthusiast, so my interest lies somewhere around this zone. I was lost when I came here because I couldn’t find a professional sound healing course at my place until I experienced their sound healing classes. Siddha Ji, my Guru Ji at Vinyasa Yogashala, who is now my trainer and mentor, is my inspiration. I loved his classes. He brings a lot of expertise, and his energy is also unmatched. I found my life’s purpose because of Vinyasa Yogashala. If I hadn’t been to this place, I would have never realized my ultimate calling. I am also enrolled in their Yoga Nidra online course. As I am now back to my roots, I have started to learn online. I think the best practice is consistency, and when we keep learning, we maintain the flow and enhance our skills. The online course is also a great addition to my knowledge pot. You don’t feel as if you are away from the institute. I dream of becoming a good sound-healing teacher. If you too want to pursue this, I recommend visiting Vinyasa Yogashala & training your body and mind to find your soul's purpose.
Anonymous
from India,
November 2023
"We both loved our experience 💜"
What’s better than choosing a yoga shala that has everything for you? From great teachers to a better learning experience, thanks to Vinyasa Yogashala for letting me be a part of their October batch. I booked the batch 2 months ago, and they kept me updated about my stay and other formalities. The team is good. I don’t like to interact much with minor conveniences, and they made it easier for me. I came with my husband, so we both were comfortable during our stay. Neat, tidy, and clean spaces. Food was also light, and thank god our stomachs were good. Our purpose was to learn about the 200-hour yoga teacher training program. It took us some time to adjust according to the schedule and discipline of the yogashala, but WHAT AN EXPERIENCE. We are pretty busy people, and we can not travel all the time, so I got to know that they run their online courses as well, and that’s why we have decided to book our next course online from Vinyasa Yogashala. It’s economical and convenient for us. So yes, I am currently learning Yoga Nidra through their Online Classes, and we both have opted for their 300-hour online course now that we are planning to start in December 2023. Rishikesh is a lovely place, and the school is also situated in the right place. There is beauty all around. There are mountains & I guess they also conduct some therapy sessions, which are also commendable. Highly recommended. Much thanks!
Anonymous
from India,
November 2023
"A complete transformation experience "
It’s not every day that one experiences such a magnificent retreat; I am extremely blessed to be a part of it. Hey! My name is Martina, and I am a well-learned 200-hour yoga teacher training teacher from Germany. I did my 200 hours YTT online earlier from some other school, but this time, I chose Vinyasa Yogashala in Rishikesh for an offline experience, and I am one hundred percent satisfied and impressed with their way of conducting classes, management, teachers, food & almost everything. My stay was also comfortable. But what I appreciate the most is their teaching methodology dedicated gurus for every subject. Every class is very well organized, we have our timings, we follow discipline, and yup, they have a fascinating way of interacting with the students because everyone sort of feels like living with a family that you have known for years! Indeed, it is the best best best experience. You feel so welcomed despite the fact that you are from a different world and culture. I remember this one incident where I wanted to wear a specific traditional dress, and these guys arranged it for me. How kind and amazing is this? Vinyasa Yogashala is now my go-to place for yoga retreats and also for online courses because they have some really amazing courses to offer especially their Yoga Nidra online course. It’s a YES for me if you are looking for a yoga retreat centre. Experience the rare with love. Much thanks!
Justine Wadhera
from India,
November 2023
"Thank you, teachers! "
Namaste. My name is Justine, and I want to share my personal experience of yoga training in Rishikesh. I have recently completed my 200 hours of yoga teacher training from Vinyasa Yogashala, and I am grateful for such an incredible experience full of learning and outstanding interactions. I was in a batch of some 15 people, and all my guru ji’s were so humble, kind, and brilliant in their respective fields. I loved the body movement and sound healing workshops. These were some free sessions that were included in our training, and I loved them truly. My personal interest is in learning yoga philosophy, and there is no one better than Guru Ji Mahesh Bhatt. His way of teaching is extremely understandable. I also appreciate the hospitality of the centre. They were kind enough to provide me with some exceptional help, and I am grateful for the same. Since I am a vegan, I do have special dietary requirements. Thankfully, Vinyasa Yogashala offered me some great options from the menu, and their cook is commendable. Also, I have done their Yoga Nidra online course, which I was referred to by my teachers. I am still doing it, and I won’t hesitate to say that these guys are outstanding in both offline and online yoga teaching courses. One can challenge their limits if you have them by your side. Much love & highly recommended. If you are planning your next yoga training in the magnificent Himalayas, then this one should be on your checklist.
Shelby Knutzen
from United States,
November 2023
"Beautiful experience "
I loved this school. The teachers and the entire staff are all so kind and it had a beautiful family feel. The food was so good and the teachings were so powerful, well constructed and digestible. This experience taught me so much and helped me feel empowered to come back and experience more of the teachings and incredible culture. Thank you for a life changing experience 💜
Jean-marc Bo
from France,
November 2023
"One Experience in Rishikesh "
The positive part =
- the feelings of family that the staff help to construct between the student.
-The group, we was was very supportive for each other (full of love and sharings and from a lot of different lives and country that
was very rich) .
-We had amazing teachers, passionate about what they do, with deep knowledge, patience and good sense of humor (that help a lot in the busy schedule of a ttc to make the day special ).
-the person who was taking care of our needs was amazing and it was not just about the course, what ever I needed he was here for that, converting money, booking taxi (even after the course had finish since a week), amical warmness, deep exchange.
- the building was very clean, each time.
The Room was spacious with a lot of comfort.
I appreciated also
the activities that was making us breathe and connect more together (rafting, temple visit).
The trauma healing session who was deep and uplift me in a beautiful state of mind
The 3 days free to stay at the end to explore.
Abigail Clinton
from United Kingdom,
October 2023
"The best experience of my life!"
I take home with me some amazing memories from this yoga school. It was like a big family and I felt very safe here. The staff cannot do enough for you. The vegetarian food was amazing. I especially loved the 5.45 am Hatha yoga class with Manoj a very talented teacher and watching the sunrise over the Himalayas whilst doing this practice was one truly amazing experience
Emma Heath
from Australia,
October 2023
"10/10"
All of the staff really looked after us. Ravi Ji is a gem. Loved all our excursions and the trauma healing session. The food was delicious and they were very accommodating for vegan food, we never missed out on anything. The teachers were very knowledgeable and all had their own unique style. The days were jam packed but so interesting it just flew by. I learned a lot and had a great time, I would love to come back again! Thank you Everyone x
Karolina Kotra-konicka
from Poland,
October 2023
"Highly reccomended"
- owners take care about students
- if there is anything wrong school is very supporting
- very high level of classes
- school takes care to make course unforgettable memory - sunrise trio, rafting etc.
- very good materials - book, handbook
Santa Survilaite
from Netherlands,
September 2023
"Amazing TTC with experienced teachers"
I liked everything really. Even though I was a bit hesitant to travel to India for yoga teacher training, this was the best place to do it. I felt safe and taken care of, the owner and all the teachers create a very welcoming, encouraging training and it felt like living in a family really. All the students were also extremely friendly and helpful. Food was great, the space was always clean (I stayed in 4 bedroom room), on the weekends we had some trips.
The program was well prepared, though of course as you could expect - a bit intense. I learned a lot, I've seen India, I met wonderful people and I am ready to continue my yoga journey!
P.S. If you are animal lover, maybe bring some tick, lice treatment and pills for neutering the dogs if possible (I wish I did that myself). India still has to resolve street animals problems
Ursula Wall
from Australia,
September 2023
" Not at all a Retreat!"
I thought the instructors were excellent, and some of the program was lovely.
... 9) (continued) to put me in the SAME class two days later.
It was not only those of us on the 'retreat' struggling with the noise, the chaos, and the lack of communication. Many teacher-trainers were grumbling as well.
Hygiene: There was NO system in place to care for the yoga mats properly. It was VERY hot, so the mats were dripping with sweat. Only one spray-bottle (?contents) worked and there were no cloths to wipe the mats down. Not everyone bothered even trying to clean their mats.
All in all, disappointing. In seven days, I had two good classes where I felt attended to - and one of those I had paid for myself, down the road at the competition!
Giulia Kowalski
from Sri Lanka,
September 2023
"Eine tolle Schule mit exzellenten Lehrern!"
Die Lehrer, die Lage, die Agenda und die Vielfältigkeit.
Caroline Guillet
from France,
August 2023
"Un mois de depassement de soi"
L'école vinyasa yogashala est un endroit incroyable ! Lors de mon séjour j'ai non seulement progresse en yoga mais j'ai eu l'opportunité d'expérimenter une vie de yoginis pour rentrer dans le yoga de manière plus globale! Les cours étaient d'une qualité incroyable et permettaient vraiment de découvrir tous les aspects du yoga! L'école était neuve et bien conçue, l'équipe s'est surpassée pour rendre notre séjour confortable malgré les aléas de la mousson. Un immense MERCI pour cette expérience 🙏❤
Capucine Paris
from France,
August 2023
"Une magnifique expérience de vie "
Je viens de terminer le programme 200h et cette expérience fut incroyable pour moi. Nous sommes accueilli dans un lieu confortable familiale et bienveillant où on se sent super bien ! Les professeurs ont énormément à se connaissances qu’ils nous transmettent avec beaucoup se pédagogie, de patiente et d’écoute, je suis très reconnaissante d’avoir pu échanger et apprendre d’eux ! L’organisation se l’arrivée à l’aéroport jusqu’au départ en passant par les repas, les moments plus difficiles, les activités, les sorties … tout était parfait. 🙏🏽
Anonymous
from South Africa,
August 2023
"Great place to learn about the fundamentals of yoga "
The course was well structured to learn about the fundamentals and philosophy of yoga and to practice and build on previous yoga knowledge. Overall I enjoyed the experience and gained insight into the yogic lifestyle from teachers who understand the Indian culture and it’s practices.
The quality of the hatha (Manoj), ashtanga (Deepak), pranayama (Deepak), philosophy (Saddhu) and meditation teachers were excellent. You can feel how passionate they are about what they’re teaching.
The facilities were clean and well-kept and the food tasted good (although repetitive).
I enjoyed the additional excursions and add-ons such as the trauma healing, sound healing, visits to the Beatles ashram and beach yoga.
Chanchao Ruengdej
from Thailand,
July 2023
"เรียนสนุก ทุกวันคุ้มค่าได้ความรุ้หลายองค์ เพื่อนำไปปรับใช้ดี"
ชอบทั้งหมด ครูที่สอนมีความรุ้จริง และแนะนำได้ดี เพื่อนำไปปรับใช้ เป็นกันเอง และ ทำให้การเรียน มีความรุ้และความสนุกไปพร้อม กัน อยากเรียนอีก ไม่อยากกลับเมืองไทย
Lenka Fejtová
from Czechia,
July 2023
"Professional teachers and deep knowledge"
I fully recommend Vinyasa Yogashala. I have been delighted with all the classes. I always admired the skills and knowledge of all the teachers. Everything was clearly and precisly explained. I learned so much about philosophy of yoga. I feel the decission to attend the YTT was one of the best in my lifetime. I have also decided to take part in the course for Kundalini yoga.
Samir Das
from India,
June 2023
"Excellent teachers who treat you like family "
Tapovan is an excellent place to learn as yoga seems to be in the air there. The food at Vinyasa Yogashala was simple and delicious. Just what I was looking for. The teachers exceeded my expectations and really cared about us. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate all our needs.
Jane Victoria Wanjiku
from Saudi Arabia,
May 2023
"A wonderful experience for Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training"
It was a deeply moving, personally transformative, hands-on learning experience. I had open expectations prior to joining, but I was completely blown away by the marvelous experience. This institution has spared no expense on ensuring that the students are comfortable, happy and learning from the best teachers. If you're looking at this now, don't hesitate to book here.
The Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Program is intense, requires both discipline of the mind and body, and it's so worth it. This program covers all aspects of making one a competent, confident Yoga teacher, should you choose to be one, there are at least seven different lessons in a day. The Philosophy was very enlightening and dispels all the myths that a lot of people hold about Kundalini, shedding light onto what is probably one of the most misunderstood traditions in the West: Tantra.
Great accommodation + facilities, with the view of the mountains and a few minutes walk to the Holy River Ganges.
The team will help you with anything that you may need, you just have to ask. The teachers are very knowledgeable and patient. It was such a delightful opportunity to learn from these wonderfully grounded experts.
Namaste! May all be happy!
Nimneh Hyde
from United Kingdom,
May 2023
"Excellent school "
Exceeded my expectations by a long way, dedicated and knowledgable teachers, traditional focus, friendly and helpful staff.
Anonymous
from Spain,
April 2023
"Not organized"
Anonymous
from Indonesia,
April 2023
"Kundalini Yoga at Vinyasa Yogashala"
Overall, I felt that this training gave me a strong foundation in Kundalini Yoga Practice and Principles. I appreciated the exceptional quality of teaching, the care and attention that went into offering extra-curricular activities (the emotional healing session, sound healing, kirtan, rafting & massage were my favourites) & the kindness of all the staff (from the reception team, teaching team and cooking team). Here are some specific strengths to help you identify whether the training is for you:
1. Likely to be a small group. The Kundalini stream only had 5 students...which meant that we had a lot of individual support for our kundalini specific classes - I.e. kundalini yoga, philosophy & meditation.
2. The incredible range of teachers. Each teacher brought a unique flavour to their teaching and it really felt like we were receiving knowledge from the source - from the kind, "Hare Krishna" vibes of our kundalini yoga teacher, to the incredibly wise "sage" of our philosophy teacher- teaching both tantric and kundalini philosophy.
3. Freedom to explore and experiment. I felt like this course was like a buffet. For my final teaching sequence...I was able to draw upon little moments of inspiration throughout the course (I.e. from pranayama, philosophy, yoga etc) and imbue them into my sequence. The course helped me deliver the most authentic sequence possible, and I feel confident with teaching it in the future!
Anna Starostina
from United Kingdom,
April 2023
"Amazing experience! I will be coming back to do more hours "
The level of teaching is 10 out of 10. Deep knowledge and great interaction with students. Touched on every subject of yoga. The outside activities were great! Intense but feel like I got so much from the whole experience …
Anonymous
from Germany,
April 2023
"What an amazing month!"
All of the teachers were so different, but still every single teacher was so wonderful and inspiring! The school tried to solve every problem we had and helped us whenever we needed help. I learned so much in every single class we had. Also the school organized different group activities which were really nice as well (Holi Festival, Sunrise mountain trip, river rafting, beautiful last dinner together etc.). The unforgettable graduation day was just the cherry on top :) Thank you for this amazing month!
Anonymous
from Japan,
March 2023
"One of the best decisions!!!"
Choosing this school was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life! I came to Rishikesh for the first time and I am so grateful that I’ve found this school. The 200RYT yoga course was brilliant and I’ve learned so much within such a short period of time. We had 7 different subjects each day from Monday- Saturday (half day). Each subject was different and new to me and I enjoyed each of them. It’s not only theory. You get to do a lot of practical side of yoga, including pranayama cleansing! It was a great experience to learn Hatha yoga in such an authentic way. We leaned some basic Sanskrit, too!
The course schedule was quite intense but we always had morning and afternoon breaks. It was so nice to sit in the sun and enjoy relaxing (self-study time). When I got sick, my lovely room mates looked after me as well as school gave me medicine. So you never feel alone here.
I was pretty tired towards the end of the course but once you’re here, time flies so quickly. I can’t believe that I’m already attending the final ceremony in a couple of days with all the knowledge and skills I’ve learned in the last three weeks! I think it’ll take me months to process all the things I’ve learned throughout the course and my journey only begins once I complete this course.
The content of the course was very interesting, as you can apply the knowledge and skills to your daily life!
Clive Martin
from United Kingdom,
February 2023
"These guys are the real deal"
The training far exceeded my expectations. I learned from people who don't just teach yoga, they live yoga.
I've followed yoga in UK for about 4 years, but this experience has changed my perceptions of yoga forever, in the most positive way possible.
I feel that I owe a dept of gratitude that is impossible to repay. When I'm ready to compliment my 200 hour training with a further 300 hours, I will return to this school without hesitation.
Daria Skvortsova
from Latvia,
January 2023
"Amazing school with best teachers "
I liked the teachers a lot. The knowledge is amazing and people are extremely friendly and accommodating!
I totally recommend this school for everyone who wants to learn the authentic yoga.
Amalie Hempel
from Norway,
January 2023
"My highest recommendations"
Vinyasa Yogashala is not only a school that teaches about yoga, they teach about life. The teacher training course gives you tools to work on your own yoga journey with all its aspects, to better your health so you can bring the knowledge to others and become a yoga teacher yourself. The staff is amazing with their loving and caring hearts and you become a part of their family during the stay. They have made a safe zone to be yourself and really dip into the big questions in life regarding you who WANT to be, and not. You will be a part of a community who really sees and cares about you as a person. The teachers have so much knowledge and is able to explain and pass on that knowledge to every each of us, so it makes sense and become applicable to our lives (instead of just theory to be read and forgot). The classes are a good combination between practical yoga and theory throughout the day. No complaints about the food or accommodation. There serve pure, healthy and tasty food.
Summarised, Vinyasa Yogashala is the perfect place to go if you want to become a yoga teacher - but it will give you sooo much more than that. My highest recommendations!!
Ian Mackenzie
from United States,
January 2023
"Profound and life changing experience."
You go to learn Yoga, and learn who you are at the core. The combination of the yoga philosophy leads to the most life altering changes and I cannot be more excited to follow the path of the Yog.
Farah Iqbal
from Singapore,
December 2022
"One of the best places to deepen your understanding of yoga"
It was well organized, Ashish Ji and his team made sure that everything was taken care off.. Teachers were great, especially loved Hatha, Ashtanga and Meditation. Accomodation for private room were comfy. Location was perfect, amidst mountains but enough small cafes and eateries if you feel like it. Time passed very fast because the day is packed from 6.30am till 7plus at night.. would recommend if you want to deepen your understanding of yoga. As a beginner, who had been practicing for many years but on and off, it was perfect. I learned the correct way to do certain postures, felt motivated by the teachers and also slowly began to understand that asanas are only a tiny fragment of what yoga entails.
Agnes Petrikne Gimesi
from Germany,
December 2022
Unfortunately, I couldn't find all the instructors on the list here, but I was very satisfied with all of them. I learned a lot from them, I strongly recommend the online course to everyone.
Liaa Maslard
from France,
November 2022
"The travel of your life"
Rich in encounters, rich in knowledge, rich in sharing, rich in love.🧘🏽♀️
It’s an amazing wonderful crazy incredible experience.
I learned, I discovered, I understood a lot about what is Yoga, about myself, about the culture of India.
I met beautiful people, students and teachers. We create a family in this school and now my family is everywhere on the world.
Positive :
- Simple and good bedroom
- Healthy and good food
- Good location in Rishikesh
- Amazing activity during the day off
- WiFi working
- People take care of you
- Free time during the day for take rest and study
Advice :
- repetitive food (but you can eat outside sometime is cheap and delicious)
- More days can be good
I thought after a few years of experience have the basics in yoga but not at all. The first step and probably the hardest is to start from scratch, as a beginner and learn the real and good postures, the yogi terms, how breath, how think, how meditate.
This allowed me to rediscover myself and do a great job on myself, unexpected.
It is an intense training all the same which requires a minimum of physical condition between yoga classes and theoretical classes, learning and practicing, the body gets tired.
I learned the meaning of discipline in this school. The desire to return is there. Do not hesitate, come live one of the most enriching experiences of your life.
Namaste 🙏
Ben Katz
from Germany,
November 2022
"Overwhelming learnings "
The team around Ashish was amazing. The cooking and cleaning stuff is soooo kind and in general that makes the vibe of this place.
The people u are meeting there are amazing and the amount of things u can learn there with an open heart is incredible. Overwhelming good and nice experience. Thanks for everything.
Mahsa Bynnd
from Germany,
November 2022
"One of the best experiences of my life. Highly recommended "
The quality of this training was beyond my expectations. Communications were clear. Schedules were on point. You learn to be disciplined and making yoga part of your daily routine. Methodologies were excellent. Ashish as a manager and his wife treat every student like a family and do their best to support and assist you. Thanks again for building this school and sharing your knowledge in Yoga, Asanas, Yoga Philosophy and many more with us. It was for sure a transformative journey for me.
Katerina Papadopoulou
from France,
October 2022
"Memorable experience!"
My highlights about this journey are the Yoga Philosophy by Sadhu Ji and the Hatha Classes by Ravi Ji which were my favorite with lots of useful knowledge about the history of yoga and helpful instructions to improve our practice and start teaching with excellent foundation. Also Deepak Ji for adjustment and alignment was an amazing teacher with great experience and Shivam Ji guide us through yoga anatomy and Ayurveda and make everyone interested in learning more and more.
I highly recommend it to those that are interested in taking their practice to the next level and have a career as yoga teachers.
Thank you Ashish Ji and Tanu Ji for taking good care of all these days like family, big thanks to all the teachers that guide us through this journey with good knowledge and also thanks you Abhishek Ji and Rahul Ji for helping us and assisting us with anything we needed.
Namaste 🙏🏽
Dorota Parol
from United Arab Emirates,
October 2022
"ONLINE training"
Taking the 200h yoga training with Vinyasa was for myself rather for becoming a teacher. However the amount of knowledge that I have gained is amazing! Online course was informative and the videos well prepared for following them on your own pace. Live classes were and are a weekly surprise, since a subject is changing and there is always something new to discover there. The staff is helpful in responding to questions related to class, practice and Yoga.
I can sincerely recommend the course to anyone that wants to improve his/her Yoga skills and understanding.
Thank you Vinyasa Yogashala, hope to come back to you for more courses.
Anonymous
from United States,
October 2022
"A beautiful journey "
I gained a lot from this training. I learned a lot. It was structured very well. The classes were also enjoyable. Shadu Ji was my favorite teacher, he taught philosophy and meditation. He added a lovely sense of humor and is probably the happiest person I’ve ever met. I really loved most of the teachers. The owners and everyone who works at vinyasa yogashala are incredible people and really take care of you. Rahul the manager is very fun and adds to the experience. The accommodation is very comfortable and modern
Renee Krucas
from Norway,
October 2022
"The best school in Rishikesh! "
I recently completed my 200 hour YTT at Vinyasa Yogashala and it was one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences of my life. The entire staff at the school is wonderful and dedicated to creating such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. When you're there you really feel like you're part of a big family. I loved all the events and activities they organized for us. The musical performances, the sound healing session and the Ganga Aarti excursion were so beautiful and helped deepen my appreciation for India's rich culture and traditions. The classes were great and all the teachers are highly skilled and passionate about sharing their knowledge of yoga. They are also really warm, personable and funny, which makes learning easier and a lot of fun. The location of the school is perfect as it is situated in a nice and quiet area surrounded by lovely cafés and bookshops. Yet, it is just a short walking distance to busier tourist areas around Lakshman Jhula. The school's buildings are kept really clean and the rooms are lovely and spacious. Oh, and the food! The food is amazing!! The chefs are so talented and work hard to create a variety of healthy and delicious meals. I am so impressed with their kindness and all their efforts to accommodate everyone's dietary needs. I am just so impressed with the entire staff as a whole. They are really special people with a lot of integrity whose love for yoga shows through in all their actions. I miss them very much already!
Anonymous
from Philippines,
September 2022
"A dream come true "
This place is magical. It’s a place of transformation - the schedule is set up to have you fully immersed in the practice of yoga from morning til night and it’s perfect if you are really seeking this experience to deepen your understanding of the yogic practice and journey within yourself.
The instructors come with their own style and wisdom so you can experience different teaching methods and ways to connect. And the best part is they are all incredible and full of knowledge to support you in your journey.
The food is spectacular and very accommodating if you are vegan or vegetarian or have any other food requirements. The rooms are so nice - i recommend the single room if you are really looking to journey inwards because you can unwind after all of your classes in the privacy of your own room and take the space that you need!
I cannot say enough good things about this place, it’s become my home because of the people there and it really feels like a family. It was so hard to leave!
Silvain Clemente
from France,
September 2022
"Excellent Je recommande sans hésitation "
Ambiance professionalisme et ecoute
Anonymous
from Croatia,
August 2022
"Great but there is a place for improvement"
Has a structure, they try to be the best.
Some teachers fully live the principles of yoga which I find extraordinary and as such they are excellent examples and excellent teachers.
Excursions and ceremonies are great, it brings the team together.
Ekaterina Rebenok
from Thailand,
August 2022
"Enriching and transformational experience!"
Without any hesitation, I want to state that Vinyasa Yogashala is an absolutely amazing place for personal development and growth in yoga. I have been choosing among several yoga schools in Rishikesh to complete my 200 YTTC but made a decision in a favour of Vinyasa Yogashala based on their complex curriculum, variety of different disciplines, beautiful and comfortable facilities, as well as cool excursions and activities. On top of that, the school is located in a very cool and convenient area of Rishikesh with stunning nature, hikes, and waterfalls, and at the same time next to the authentic buzz of the streets and necessary shops, stores, cafes, and restaurants only couple minutes away. And, what was also very important for me is the very affordable price of this course, which was cheaper than lots of other programs with a shorter duration, worse accommodation, and a limited number of classes and disciplines.
I have just finished my course and I am writing this review full of excitement and very fresh emotions. Undoubtedly, it was an absolutely incredible experience that exceeded all of my expectations. I really couldn’t wish for better teachers and gurus, for a more amazing group of people that I was sharing my yoga journey with, for a greatly executed schedule and classes that I was attending with great joy and interest to learn more every day, and for unforgettable experiences and energies I had a chance to live through while the span of the course...
Anonymous
from India,
June 2022
"Experience of a Lifetime"
I really liked the course provided by vinyasa yogashala. The best part about this course is the Gurus who are so incredibly deep into their subjects and will be able to address each of your doubts with patience and support. I would love to recommend Vinyasa Yogashala to everyone who wants to embark on their yoga journey.
Eva Chan
from India,
June 2022
"Very Big thanks to the whole team of Vinyasa Yogashala"
Very Big thanks to Ashish Ji and the whole team of Vinyasa Yogashala. This course is extremely informative and goes beyond what I thought they would teach me. The teachers are very knowledgeable and very helpful. The video of classes is well done with clear instructions. I recommend this school to everyone who wants to learn from authentic Indian teachers. Thank you
Anonymous
from India,
June 2022
"Wonderful Experience, Highly Recommend Course"
Wonderfully designed course and I am very thankful to my friend for recommending this course.
I’m very happy that I’ve completed the yoga training, and it was a great choice that I studied at Vinyasa Yogashala. The teachers are very knowledgeable and very helpful. I highly recommend this course to everyone and I can't wait to make a trip to Rishiejesto to see my lovely teachers in person. Namaste.
Ayshea Boer
from Netherlands,
June 2022
"Geweldige ervaring, kundige docenten, top training! "
Het programma is heel professioneel opgezet. Kundige docenten, authentieke yoga, heel breed, lessen die je wilt blijven herhalen. Ik kan alleen maar lovend zijn, echt een aanrader. Life changing.
Anonymous
from Germany,
May 2022
"Wonderful experience"
- well structured online plattform
- easily to work on for yourself and combine it with the live online classes and questions via WhatsApp of Mail
- broad insight into the wast field of Yoga
- wonderful teachers who have a deep knowledge and passion
Ninon Montusclat
from Italy,
May 2022
"Very good online training "
Clear organisation of the courses, videos and online platform works very well.
Francesco Marzolini
from Italy,
May 2022
"Amazing lessons and qualified teachers"
I liked the lessons because they were very explanatory and well constructed. The teachers are prepared and most importantly they know how to convey their passion on this wonderful journey. I thank you very much.🙏🙏
Anonymous
from Germany,
May 2022
"Hat alles gut geklappt, sehr zufrieden "
Unterricht klar strukturiert, sehr freundlich
Linn Hege Langrekken
from Greece,
May 2022
"Great value for your money"
The web module works really well and the videos are great! The course is well-structured and I like how I could focus on one thing at a time if I wanted to or do a little bit of everything if that suits my schedule. I like that the course material is varied and not just focused on one style. I felt that the course suits both beginners and more advanced students and I chose it because it's self-paced. I also really like that I don't have any obligations due in a specific time, but rather submit my tasks whenever suits me and there's no teacher that calls me or tells me to do something. Thanks Vinyasa Yoga Shala!
Anonymous
from India,
March 2022
"Awesome experience."
The instructors here are really good and helpful.
Jasmina Dzelilovic
from Slovenia,
March 2022
"Amazing course, with amazing teachers ❤ "
I like everything about it
Энхжин Баяндэлгэр
from United Arab Emirates,
December 2021
"It was better than expected. Even recommended to my friends."
I am a full-time new mom, so I don't get the chance to go out and practice what I love. But with this online program, you can advance your practice as well as get your teaching certificate. Love the teachers especially Ashish. He is very caring and an excellent teacher
Hayley Carlisle
from United Kingdom,
December 2021
"amazing learning experience "
The team have soo much knowledge and the course was set out really well. Learnt a lot more than I thought I could every get from a yoga course. Everyone is sooo friendly too and happy to help. Really great experience and enjoyed all the classes
Eva Bouzerand
from France,
December 2021
"I really liked this course and all my teachers were amazing"
I did my yoga teacher training course from Vinyasa Yogashala and this was one of the best experiences of my life. I must say this, When it comes to selecting anything, I am very choosy and I did a lot of research before taking this course, by taking some advice from my friends who have already traveled and did their yoga training from Indian schools. After months of research when I first took the online classes from my Guru Ashish Ji, I must say there was an end to the search of schools for my training and I immediately grabbed this course and started with my studies. What makes me choose this school are as follows -
(1) School is certified as I was planning to switch my career and the certificate would really help me a lot.
(2) Unlike many other online courses, this is self-paced. Gave me the freedom to learn at my own convenient time schedule. T
(3) No other online course covers all these topics like Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin, Kundalini, Mantra, Pranayama, Meditation, Alignment, Anatomy, Philosophy, Teaching Methodology in one course.
(4) Learning page is well organized, the video and sound qualities are very good.
(5) Course contents are very well thought out and presented with appropriate demonstrations.
(6) Assignments at the end of the modules and exams at the end of the course are very helpful to keep engaged throughout the course.
(7) Quick response whenever any communication is sent.
(8) Live webinar sessions every Sunday afternoon as additional content.
Carla De Oliveira
from France,
December 2021
"Priceless Yoga Experience, Highly Recommended."
I am in the middle of my yoga teacher training course from Vinyasa Yogashala and I can highly recommend Vinyasa Yogashala to all. The programs allow you to study self-paced and the content enables you to learn a huge bandwidth of yoga topics. All the teachers are very experienced and are always open to answering questions. Such a blessing finding this yoga teacher training school! Namaste 🙏
Desiree Schifferdecker
from Maldives,
November 2021
"Amazing and powerful experience ✨"
I took advantage of the online offer and am so excited!
Despite the whole current situation to have the opportunity to do a 200h yoga training online, just great!
Can recommend it to everyone. My expectations were exceeded. Perfectly organized and you feel very welcome and well taken care of !:)
Thank you so much to the whole team. You are great!
Ozlenen Unal
from Netherlands,
October 2021
"Excellent Online Yoga Teacher Training"
Vinyasa Yoga Shala team is always ready to help. Learning materials are excellent and easy to follow, this is really a good work! I would definitely recommend this program to everyone who wants to become a teacher or only improve their knowledge.
Tiina Rantala
from Finland,
September 2021
"Better than expected"
At the beginning I was a bit doubtful of the online course if it would be good enough but Vinyasa Yoga Shala exceeded my expectations. The course is well structured and the videos are clear and informative and the weekly live classes are a great extra. You definitely get your moneys worth and even more. Happy I chose this course however still waiting to be able to travel to Rishikesh and practice in Vinyasa Yoga Shala in person :)
Bethany Bryant
from United Kingdom,
September 2021
"Excellent 200Hr Teacher Training Package"
Teachings were in depth and authentic. A group for all the students and teachers were on hand for any questions which arose. Loved the experience. At first the workload looked daunting but once you get stuck in you will not regret it. Touched on many different aspects and practices of Yoga.
Gayathri Ramaswami
from Singapore,
August 2021
"Best experience ever"
It was a truly great experience. Ashish was a great instructor. He really takes time to understand each person and personalises the poses to suit your individual needs or challenges. You feel absolutely refreshed and ‘well-oiled’ after each session. I cannot recommend it more - wonderful treat for both body and soul!!!
Alessandro Dalla Libera
from Germany,
August 2021
"Amazing online yoga experience "
Best yoga with amazing indian instructors and very very well organised. I do highly recommend it!!!
Jian Kim
from South Korea,
August 2021
"Was excellent experience. "
Well ogarnized the class and online studying
All faculty are professional kind. Self pace learning is convenient to study. Can learn multiple style of yoga which is very nice!!
Every class is lovely and they are try to help to students and when we have questions contact them they reply so quickly than I thought.
Sarah Elias Rodrigues
from Brazil,
August 2021
I'm in love with all the teachers. They are all very dedicated and make my day a better day!!
Erica Jones
from United Kingdom,
August 2021
I am about 1/4 of the way through, and am really enjoying the 200hr online teacher training course.
Although I do not intend to become a teacher, I signed up for the course just to improve my own practice and as a way to keep myself practicing while in-person classes are not available.
The course has exceeded my expectations in terms of video and instruction quality, and the instructors are always available to answer questions. I am learning a lot about meditation and breathing which is something I have always struggled with. Being able to practice peacefully at home in my own time, with support available when needed has made a big difference for me. I also find that being able to watch the videos and repeat the lessons as many times as I need is a big benefit of doing the online course. I feel like I am really learning the fundamentals properly so that I'll have a good foundation for lifelong practice. The course has also introduced me to styles of yoga I hadn't experienced before.
I have wanted to do further yoga training for years, but felt a little intimidated by the idea of going to a long training retreat. This course is really improving not just my physical yoga practice, but my confidence, commitment and enjoyment of yoga.
I would definitely recommend it to people even if you are not interested in becoming a teacher.
Michelle Schlechtriem
from Denmark,
July 2021
"Best decision I've made in a long, long time! "
It has been my dream for many years to visit Rishikesh and do a YTT right in the Capital of Yoga. My plan was to finish University and travel to Rishikesh right after, but unfortunately, that was not possible because of Covid-19. I still wanted to do my YTT and get the real, traditional experience, so when I found this YTT online, I knew that this was something I had to do! I have not regretted joining Vinyasa Yogashala for one second and I'm very, very happy with all of the teachings.
It's really wonderful to go through the different types of yoga, including Mantra chanting, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, and many more. The teachers are all very nice and competent, and you can feel their yogic wisdom shining through the computer screen :)
It's also very nice to be part of a WhatsApp group where you can ask for feedback, and there's always a quick and honest response from the teachers - especially from Ashish! On top of that, there is a live class organised every week, which is great for getting personal feedback on your poses and for asking questions about the course.
If you are looking for a YTT that embraces the ancient traditions and practices as well as the original yogic philosophy, I highly recommend Vinyasa Yogashala. It's really a blessing to receive this ancient wisdom and knowledge from beautiful Rishikesh during these difficult times <3
Nicola Tsang
from United Kingdom,
July 2021
"Positive experience with Vinyasa Yogashala"
When I first signed up for the online course, the staff member were super friendly and responded to my queries very quickly. Even though it was online based, we stayed connected with WhatsApp, and our teacher, Yogi Ashish, is always prompt when responding to student's query, and felt we could always reach out if we had any questions.
The course itself is extensive, you get an abundant of reading material. Personally, I printed some of the material as well as read some of the bigger books on my kindle, which was super helpful. There are also tons of video material that are structure chronologically for you to learn, however, Yogi Ashish has explained you can choose what you want to learn first as it's self-paced.
I also really enjoy the weekly online streamed classes available, even though there were the odd technical issue with the zoom meeting yoga class, Yogi Ashish would always try to reschedule it as soon as possible. The classes were varied and challenging in their own way. Since I work as well, it's not always possible to join the live classes, however, we can still access the post-live classes online after as well, which is very helpful!
I've really enjoyed learning about the historical and philosophical aspect of yoga, which is helping me to deepen my practise with yoga. Taking this course, it has also motivated me immense to practise it daily as well as off the mat. Last but not least, this course is an amazing value!! I would 100% recommend it!
Anonymous
from United States,
July 2021
"Comprehensive and inspiring"
With gratitude. I am honored. Vinyasa Yogashala yoga teacher training course was amazing. I am grateful for the comprehensive course. I enjoyed learning about yogic philosophy, history, pedagogy, methodology, meditation, pranayama, and asanas. The teachers were amazing and well spoken. The attention to detail in this program was perfect.
Tamara Abikhalil
from Lebanon,
July 2021
"A life changing experience; even behind the screen! "
Honestly I have been wanting to travel to do my 200 hours teacher training. And I had to face some personal issues that didn't allow me to travel so I registered online with Vinyasa Yogashala. It went beyond my positive expectations.
The videos were immersive (you can really feel you are right there with them). One of my favorite classes was Yoga Philosophy; honestly with what I was going through I felt like he was speaking directly to me.
The classes were the right balance of easy and challenging. Doing the training on your own really tests your emotions and your patience, but it was worth it and I learned so much about yoga and about myself!
Ashish and Tanushree were extremely helpful and timely in answering any question.
Honestly if you cannot travel at the moment, don't think twice and register! <3
Ashish Joshi
from India,
July 2021
"Best yoga program i ever experienced"
A lot of thing I have learnt throughout the program .
I have problem regarding my sleep cycle , but with help of yognidra teaching I have found an amazing balance within myself.
Ayurveda help me to find my body type, the type of yoga practice i should do, kind of food i should prefer to balance tridosha.
The present scenario of covid have scared a whole lot of population, and its a high time for all of us to start building immunity by opting healthy lifestyle, yoga is helping me in finding my inner strength and boosting my immunity...
Rahul Singh
from India,
July 2021
"The best decision of my life ever. It Changes my life 😇"
When I was looking for an online Yoga retreat myself I came across many worldwide, but I chose Vinyasa Yoga Shala because of the lineage of Indian teacher described at website.
I just finish the "10 days Yog Nidra Course" Which brings my Consciousness and awareness in a super state Level.
Don't hesite to choose this AMAZING course.
Vinyasa Yogashala provides different courses like-:
* 10 days Yog Nidra Course.
* 85 hours Yin Yoga course
* 200 hours Multi-Style yoga Teacher Training course.
* 200 hours Traditional Kundalini yoga Teacher Training course.
This is a great opportunity for me because the course can be added to my credited hours.
I wanted to go deep into the very essence of yoga and I am grateful that the course fully met my wish. I now feel inspired to go even deeper into the topics.
I would love to go for there other courses too.
The online platform is super easy and convinient to use also you can check the progress anytime.
You have whatsApp support 24*7, Lead Teacher Ashish directly take care of your messages.
Once again go for it without any hesitation.
Hari Om 😇
Love & greetings
Rahul😇
Nix Terry
from France,
July 2021
"Wonderful short course "
I loved the 10 hour yoga nidra course. The tutor was exceptional. So timely to boost immunity and focus on well-being during Covid.
The mix of live and recorded sessions offered flexibility.
The yin and hatha classes really centred me and got me focusing on what's important again. Working on the breath and respiratory system.
I loved learning about the Ayurvedic diet and disease, so interesting and important. I have incorporated many changes into my diet to boost me mentally and physically.
The bonus too is that the course can be added to my credited hours.
Don't hesite to choose this AMAZING course 😁
Venelin Ivanov
from Spain,
July 2021
"Don't doubt, just go for it! You won't regret it! "
There are many schools out there and to be honest I was sceptic in an online course at the beginning, I'm half way my training at the moment and I can't recommend it more! The online platform is very easy to use and very comfortable for any device, classes in the weekend are amazing, the course is well structured, the pre-recorded videos are very well explained and all the teachers are always ready to help, they reply straight away to your questions and encourage you to ask and keep your motivation up! Best thing is - you can do it in your own time, I combine mine with work, try to listen to my body and advance with little steps. Yoga is something you learn for life, but I would say if you want to start from the beginning the best way to do it is where the roots of yoga are in India. Advertisements are still coming up my feeds for different schools and seems like they all focus on the physical part of the study (which is important without a doubt), but the course of Vinyasa Yogashala is well rounded and covers all aspects of yoga, not only Asanas, which I say it's much better if you want to form yourself as a teacher you have to go deeper and have a good understanding of all. You have different teacher for every subject, all very experienced and serving you the information in best way possible for you to learn and understand. In general it's an amazing course,I find all very interesting,I keep up my work and can't be happier I found the best school for my 200hours training!
Nikki Terry
from France,
May 2021
"Exceeds expectations!"
I'm really enjoying the 200hour online Teacher Training course with Vinyasa Yogashala.
It is great being able to fit the classes in and around my home life. The course is so flexible. With the added bonus of being able to repeat sessions as many times as I like as it is stored in my account.
The web site is user friendly, and easy to navigate around. The online training videos are of exceptional standard, with high quality visuals and audio.
There is always a quick and simple way to contact Vinyasa Yogashala if I have a question, with fast and helpful responses.
The whole team are very professional and have a wealth of teaching experience and knowledge. There is a good balance of theoretical and practical material. The classes are at a pace that I can keep up with and all asanas explained in depth from top to toe. It is nice to learn the sanskrit names as we go through too.
The live group classes for me are the highlight. Classes are tough and challenging but just enough to push you. It is wonderful to be in the group learning together. We have the opportunity of interacting and getting to know one another. Enabling the feeling of comraderie.
An amazing experience.
Claudia Münch
from Germany,
May 2021
"Great online training"
Ashish and the team from Vinyasa Yogashala School provided excellent content of high quality. The videos were easily accessible and good to understand. The live trainings were great and all questions were answered immediately. Great insight into yoga teachings. Very nice people. Definitely a recommendation!!
Valentina Mazzanti
from United Kingdom,
May 2021
"Great experience so far "
Not gonna lie, initially the library of the course was very basic, with some videos on Hatha, vinyasa, yin and philosophy. I completed all the first part of the course in under two months, but a few weeks after, a lot of new videos have been added and now I have many more videos to learn as well as assignments! Super excited!
Live classes are great and I’m sorry sometimes I can’t attend them because of my job, but Ashish always send us the recording of any class we have missed. We also have a WhatsApp group with all the students which is great!
I always wanted to join a YTT but because of my job I was never going to do it in person, and this online experience has been great for me so I can attend live classes when I’m free (or watch the recording), watch all videos and read all books in my own pace and submit my assignments and videos for the final exam when I feel ready.
It’s been a great experience so far, and I gained a lot of knowledge on this beautiful discipline.
All the videos are very detailed, explained very well and very informative.
Thank you for giving us such a great content!
Anonymous
from United Kingdom,
May 2021
"Excellent online course"
Friendly and knowledgeable instructors. The online content and platform is high quality and easy to navigate, and the manual is really informative and well laid out too! Weekly live sessions are great
Linda Perry
from United Kingdom,
May 2021
"On-Line 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certificate"
After enrolling for my 200 hour on-line certificate, I was really pleased at how quickly I was able to get straight on with learning. PDFs were sent to enable me to read the relevant material, books and manuals. The on-line learning platform was well thought out and allowed me to progress in a step-by-step way whilst keeping track of my progress through a percentage marker. The on-line course is broken down into Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Alignment, Meditation, Pranayama, Yin Yoga, Yoga Philosophy and Mantra which has given me a really detailed understanding of yoga. The course is delivered in English and different teachers cover various aspects of the course. The teachers are all very knowledgeable, friendly and make the course feel authentic and spiritual. In addition to the on-line course, weekly Zoom classes have been organised so regardless of where you are in the world you can continue to receive expert tuition, get individual feedback and also ask any questions that you have. I would have no hesitation in recommending Vinyasa Yoga Shala and I am looking forward to the day when I can travel to India and attend one of their courses in person.
Kristina Karaivanova
from Bulgaria,
May 2021
I did a long research before starting the online 200 hour TTC with Vinyasa Yoga Shala and now I am so glad I found them! During these hard times we have the opportunity to learn the beautiful knowledge of yoga from the source in India in the comfort of our living room!
All of the teachers are professional and so passionate about their work! I really enjoyed the high quality of the videos and the fact that you have access to them even after you finish the course.
Thank you Vinyasa Yoga Shala and keep spreading the love of yoga all over the world!
Namaste!
Jahnava U. Park
from Switzerland,
November 2019
the bathroom was spacy, the mattress was for Indian standard good, the balcony nice
Rowena Bernardo
from Belgium,
January 2019
"Yoga Perfection"
It would be an error to search for "the best yoga school" as yoga is not about competition but a means to better your own personal physical, mental, energy and overall wellbeing.
To this, Vinyasa Yogashala fits the description to perfection:
- Location (overlooking the Himalayas, far enough from the center, but close enough to walk on your day off, in the backdrop of superclean, gorgeous ganga river),
- Schedule (will set you off to a lifetime of healthy habits)
-Curriculum design- they keep the classes small so you are given attention and the quality of people (both teachers, students and staff) are extraordinary plus the weekly excursions are bucket list worthy experiences
- Food though vegetarian (paleo eater here) are superdelicious, varied and healthy. I have never eaten so much yet got so much energy and got to my ideal weight.
Ashish, a renowed teacher in Rishikesh made this his personal project and he has truly succeeded. This is simply the best investment I made for myself ever. Thank you Ashish, Thanu, Sadhu, Harry, Vikas, Pramud, Ankit, Rahul and Auntie!
Iris Van De Vondervoort
from Netherlands,
January 2019
"loved my time at Vinyasa Yogashala"
All the teachers and people that work at Vinyasa Yogashala are amazing! They really made me feel like part of a family! I am so gratefull for my time at this school, they taught me so many interesting aspects about yoga and life. I look back with a great smile to my experience with them in Rishikesh. I definitely recommend this school to everybody, they are the nicest people, very knowledgeable and the classes are very personal!
Erin Devine
from United States,
July 2018
"Must Experience Yoga in Rishikesh"
Ashish and the rest of the instructors were superb. If you are going to study yoga, do it here! There's no other experience that can match working with talented masters to understand the practice, in the one city in the world so important to its history.
Sarah Green
from India,
June 2017
"An excellent balance between discipline and fun"
Ashish is a fantastic instructor - he demands enough discipline that you grow and improve, but also has a good sense of humor and respects limits. His instructions are clear and encouraging, I'd love to practice with him every day.
I also loved the activities. So many of the retreats were all-yoga-all-the-time, but as as a relative beginner, I was happy to have a bit less intensity and a bit more exposure to other activities in Rishikesh. White water rafting on the Ganges was a highlight!
