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Yoga Vidya Mandiram is located in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India. They offer registered yoga teacher training programs and yoga retreats from the yoga capital.
Yogacharya Sandeep Pandey was born in a traditional Brahamna family and was sent to Gurukul at the age of 8. At the Gurukul, he studied the Yajurveda and mastered all the 16 Samskaras along with Yogasana, pranayama, and Shat Kriyas. He participated in many national-level yoga championships in India and won prizes. However, his quest for knowing the inner self through yoga lead him to Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama where under the direct guidance of H.H. Swami Veda Bharati, he studied and practiced the deeper and subtler aspect of Raja yoga.
Acharya Chandramani was born in a traditional spiritual family. When he was 8 years old, he became a serious practitioner of the yogic principles of Swetambara Jaina tradition. Later, he was initiated into the Vedic Sanskrit tradition by Swami Vivekananda at the age of 10 in Prabhat Ashram, UP, India. He was fully dedicated to the teachings and daily discipline of the traditional Sanskrit gurukulam from childhood to adulthood. He has been guiding worldwide yoga students into the Vedic Sanskrit literature and its philosophy and holding yoga retreats and teacher trainings for over 25 years.
Subhash Petwal is an asana yoga instructor who is experienced teaching internationally and locally in the styles of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga and Hatha yoga. He has undergone his training in Mysore and Kaivalyadhama Lonavala and has been undergoing continuous practices for several extended years at Kishore Yoga Kendra Bangalore. Subhash is passionate about sharing his knowledge of Hatha and Ashtanga yoga and takes great care in layout a strong foundation for his students to further their practices.
Saurabh developed a keen interest in yoga since childhood. He was born and educated in Rishikesh, the world’s capital of yoga. He began his yoga journey in the holy city of Rishikesh. He is an experienced teacher of Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga for the past 3 years and is in pursuit of his master’s degree in Yoga, as well as continuously undergoing self-practices and self-studies of yoga.
Sadhak Sukhmit ji has been a disciple of His Holiness Swami Veda Bharati for since 2006 and have since practiced his sadhana on a daily basis until today. However, before he became Swami Veda ji’s disciple, he was already familiar with spiritual practices. He met Swami Veda Bharati ji and became initiated into the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga and Meditation. He spent years as a sadhaka studying the yoga practices, mainly meditation, and yoga texts including Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita and Vedant Darshan, and serving the ashram through teaching and ashram duties as his sadhana.
After diligently studying yoga and other spiritual healing modalities in a variety of schools, Varun later graduated with a Master’s degree in Yoga at the highly reputed Uttarakhand Sanskrit University. He takes great pride in being able to impart the ancient knowledge and wisdom, deeply rooted in the Indian culture which has been passed down through many generations, to his students. Along with yoga asana, he also instructs students in mantras, philosophy, meditation and the art of instruction.
Harshika Sharma, from Madhya Pradesh, has been passionate about sports and yoga from a young age, participating in many events during her secondary school years. Continuing her practice through her BBA studies, she found peace and focus through yoga. Harshika completed her M.A. in Yoga at Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior. Her scientific curiosity led her to specialize in Yoga Anatomy, Physiology, and Yoga Therapy. After her M.A., Harshika completed yoga teacher training under Yoga Alliance standards and yoga therapy training in Bangalore.
Anonymous
from Germany, November 2024
"What a wonderful experience"
I had the best time at Yoga Samaadhi. The classes were great and intimate. The accommodation was awesome, the food was great and the staff and teachers were the best. So forthcoming and welcoming. I learned a lot about myself and how I want to live my life. We had great excursions, visiting Tempels, hiking in the national park, visiting the night market and visiting an Elephant sanctuary. I definitely recommend spending some time before or after in Chiang Mai. I’m very grateful for this amazing time.
Ashley Hovell
from Great Britain, November 2024
"3 day yoga experience at YDM"
Instructors were excellent, I felt my practice improve in a short space of time. Packed itinerary along with very good organisation. Really good value for money for amount of training and quality of food you get. Food was really great. Really enjoyed my trip to the waterfall also! I slept well in the room, facilities are simple.
André Sandberg
from Sweden, October 2024
"Great experience with great people "
Me and my girlfriend stayed here for the 3-day course. We wish we stayed longer. Courses and teachers are great. Location is great and food is lovely. Highly recommend people to go here.
Anonymous
from India, August 2024
"14 days Ayurveda and Yoga "
I studied the 14 days Ayurveda + Yoga course and I should say it was a life changing experience since I managed to get daily Panchakarma treatment which helped me a lot to better my general health.
All the teachers were amazing and very knowledgeable, I learned a lot!, the staff such as Prince, Monu and also the ones in the kitchen were always very professional, helpful and kind!
The food was healthy and very tasty!
The team also prepared very interesting excursions taking us to sacred and beautiful places
Romane Falgoux
from Thailand, May 2024
"Instructif, reposant et chaleureux "
J’ai eu l’occasion de faire 3 jours de retraite dans cet endroit et tout était parfait.
L’organisation, le groupe, les professeurs, les cours, le logement, la nourriture.
Rien à redire. On s’y sent comme chez soi, on n’y repart le cœur rempli et plein de connaissances.
N’hésitez pas !
Anonymous
from India, April 2024
Chandrani Banerjee
from Great Britain, April 2024
"Beautiful experience "
First of all the location is beautiful, situated secluded, Saraund by jungle and nature. Pure and serene, staff’s are nice and helpful. Instructors are very nice, would like to mention Nishant Tyagi ji and Ashish ji absolutely amazing. Learnt a lot from Anu ji as well. Met so many beautiful people from all around the world, made amazing friends and experience.
Tim Jones
from Great Britain, March 2024
"Such a beautiful time! "
Such a beautiful time, I can't express how grateful I am to the teachers and the amazing individuals that I spent it with. The resort was lovely and the team really went out of their way to make me feel at home. The course was quite intense but I wouldn't have had it any other way as I learnt so much from the teachers who all gave so much of their time to ensure that we got the best out of the experience! 🤗
Thank you all so much!
Miriam Cedeno
from United States, March 2024
"500 HOURS Yoga Teacher Course in Chiangmai"
EXCELLENT was my experience in Chiangmai at the Mae Win Guest House completing my 500 hours Yoga TTC. The instructors are 100% dedicated to teaching you as much as you want to learn. They come from India not only with the knowledge from studies but with the cultural background that enriches a teacher that is born and raised in a country where Yoga is a way of life. Classes were on time as well as the rest of the daily scheduled meals, leisure and excursions. Time in Philosophy class with Chandramani seemed to evaporate and was never enough, leading us all to self reflection and the motivation to practice. Hatha and Ashtanga classes with Subash were challenging but always fun and filled with encouragement. We all left much improved and with techniques to help our students improve as well. I loved meditation and breathing class with Piyush. In the advanced syllabus there is a world of knowledge and exercises that I have already put to practice.
The Mae Win Guest House has the basic needs for a confortable stay. Food is vegan, organic and AMAZING. Everyone will go out of their way to please you. The place is beautiful, very peaceful and perfect for the course. The excursions are included in the program, my favorite was the visit to the elephant sanctuary.
For me this has been an unforgettable experience. I fully recommend it.
Congratulations to Hope for organizing and managing all the details of this High Quality Yoga TTC.!
Sian Evans
from Great Britain, March 2024
"7 day meditation & yoga retreat"
Instructors were brilliant, the class size for this course was very small (usually just 3 of us) so we had lots of focused attention and the ability to ask questions. The setting is a little out of town (10min walk) which was lovely and provides the opportunity to lounge around in the garden and/or watch the monkeys. The food is amazing! The accommodation is basic but clean with what seemed like unlimited hot water - perfect! All the staff were super helpful and kind.
Anderson Nichele
from Brazil, March 2024
"Transformative Yoga Retreat"
The yoga retreat experience was truly life-changing, beginning with a clean and welcoming room that perfectly met expectations. The culinary experience was a highlight, with the food far exceeding expectations and earning high praise for the kitchen team. The meditation and Pranayama classes were enriching, providing deep insights and teaching the application of various techniques in a new light. The morning asana sessions were satisfactory, and the Asthanga classes in the afternoon were particularly appreciated for their cohesion. Overall, this retreat left participants deeply satisfied and grateful, promising to recommend this enriching journey to friends and carry the lessons learned for life.
Priscilla Rodriguez
from United States, March 2024
"Excelente experiencia "
El retiro superó mis expectativas. Fue una experiencia muy espiritual. Los instructores se preocupan por cubrir las bases y porque el yoga ayude al cuerpo y a la mente. Después de muchos años de hacer yoga a la occidental, donde te ponen a hacer posiciones súper difíciles sólo para sentir que te ejercitaste, fue súper reparador ir a este retiro donde se enfocan en que hagas las cosas bien aunque no sean las más avanzadas.
Charles-antoine Battaille
from Belgium, January 2024
"Look no further: Yoga Samaadhi is highly recommended!"
I wholeheartedly recommend Yoga Samadhi for anyone seeking a yoga retreat. Having just completed their 200-hour teacher training program, I am thoroughly impressed by the professionalism of the team, the attentive care provided, and the profound impact the course has had on me.
My experience was flawless, thanks to Hope, who manages operations, and her dedicated team, who worked tirelessly to ensure our enjoyment. The guesthouse is a haven where nature flourishes, and the food, exquisitely prepared by the family owners, is a delight. The courses, led by experienced teachers, are of the highest professional standard. The excursions offer a fun and respectful way to explore the area, such as visiting elephants in a protected sanctuary. The list of positives goes on.
While I cherished every moment, it's important to note that the 200-hour program is challenging. It demands dedication and perseverance, with each day comprising over 8 hours of classes, including two yoga sessions, meditation, relaxation, and breathing exercises. This is not a retreat for those expecting a laid-back holiday. However, if you're ready to commit, you'll find the experience transformative.
A tip for those visiting in January: bring multiple layers, as it can get quite cold at night, and the days start early!
Kimberly Van Brakel
from Netherlands, January 2024
I really enjoyed my yoga teacher training at Yoga Samaadhi. Hope was amazing in organizing everything you need and made sure everything when perfect. The quality of the teachers is very high. The teachers are from Rishikesh and this brings so much value as they are very knowledgeable and really teach you so much more then just yoga postures. The other participants in the group were very nice and I really enjoyed my time here in this beautiful resort. The accommodation is simple but you have everything you need. This YTT in Chiang Mai is the perfect combination of Indian knowledge and Thai food. I loved the yoga classes and the food was the best, every meal was a highlight. I highly recommend this YTT. Thankyou again for everything!
Sabrina Wagemans
from Belgium, January 2024
"Je recommande cette formation à 💯"
Cette formation a été une révélation pour moi. Je suis déjà professeure de yoga mais me former avec des personnes ayant au tant de qualités et de savoirs m'a énormément aidé à mieux comprendre cette incroyable philosophie et pratique.
Le lieu de formation est tout simplement sublime. La gentillesse du personnel, la nourriture délicieuse et diversifiée chaque jour , le planning des jours permettant d'avoir des cours incroyablement intéressants et en ayant du temps pour visiter les alentours ou simplement prendre le temps d'intégrer les apprentissages.
Hope, l'organisatrice est parfaite. Tout est préparé. Nous avons juste à profiter et à vivre l'instant présent sans nous soucier du reste.
Les professeurs nous partagent énormément de savoirs sans pression sur notre performance. Ils sont à l'écoute et toujours présent pour répondre à nos questions.
L'hôte de ce resort/guesthouse, Pi Be est une femme fantastique, avenante et au petit soin avec chacun des participants.
Je recommande cette formation et j'ai déjà hâte de revenir .
Jemma Connolly
from Kuwait, January 2024
"Exceeded expectations "
The course material was great as well as the instructors. Special thanks to Shavim and Sandeep for their informative sessions!
Anonymous
from Spain, December 2023
I recently joined Yoga Vidya Mandiram for a 3-day yoga retreat and was one of the best experiences in my life. Even if 3 days might sound short, the retreat was very intense, with yoga (different types), meditation, pranayama, anathomy and philosofy classes. All teachers were very helpful and inspiring, but I would like to highlight the sessions with Nishant, which felt like a transformative journey.
The ashram is located in a peaceful valley surrounded by mountains with amazing views, and the food served at the retreat for both breakfast, lunch and dinner, was delicious and thoughtfully prepared.
The people at the retreat, both staff and fellow participants, added a warm and communal touch to the entire experience. It felt like a close-knit family, and the positive energy shared among everyone was infectious.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the teachers, the staff, and everyone involved in creating such a transformative experience.
This retreat has left an indelible mark on my life, and I recommend it to anyone needing a break and willing to deepen their yoga practice.
Grainne Mcnamara
from United States, December 2023
"Let go of all that is not yoga with embodied support "
The teachers are authentic, knowledgeable, open and respectful. The blend of the various aspects of yoga and the asana practices means you learn so much and you learn what’s blocking you in all aspects. Outstanding experience
Rajshree Nagarkar
from Singapore, December 2023
The community- teachers and fellow students
Yoga practice sessions
Pranayama sessions
Philosophy session
Simple homely food
Anonymous
from Germany, December 2023
Eine bereichernde, einzigartige und wunderbare Erfahrung. Die Gruppe, die Verbundenheit, die Lehrer, der Unterricht, die Mitarbeiter im Ashram, das Essen.
Anonymous
from Great Britain, December 2023
"A unique experience "
If it's your first time in India and you want to understand the foundation of yoga and its philosophy, this is the place. I had such an enriching experience on a personal level but also as a community. In only 3 weeks, we went from being strangers to one another to becoming family members.
The entire school team is lovely and kind and the teachers are all unique. They brought so much fun and wisdom into our yoga teaching training.
My advice is to go with an open mind and heart. Every experience is different but as one of our teacher said: "you don't know until you experience it"
(Also, if you can, bring a big empty suitcase. You will want to bring back so many beautiful memories from India!)
Anonymous
from Great Britain, December 2023
"Fulfilling 200Hr YTT "
I had a wonderful experience with Yoga Samaadhi for my 200 hours YTT. The teachers are experienced and dedicated to ensuring we learn about yoga from different perspectives, the communication with Hope has been smooth and reassuring from the beginning, the location is serene and the staff are all really nice and supportive. I would highly recommend Yoga Samaadhi to beginner/ intermediate yoga practitioners who want to further their knowledge in yoga.
Martina Tanganelli
from Italy, December 2023
"Couldn’t ask for more!"
This 200 hour TTC was exactly what I was looking for: a complete profound bird-eye view on Yoga philosophy and principles, anatomy and Asanas as well as pranayama, meditation, mantra practises. You’ll enjoy passionate and professional teachers in a family run wonderful resort hosting 2 cosy yoga shalas. You’ll be fed with nutritional delicious abundant vegetarian food (they cater gluten free and vegan options) and on the weekly day off you can join fun refreshing excursions including river rafting, elephant sanctuary visit, waterfalls and temples. Three beautiful weeks perfectly orchestrated by Hope, who showed reliability and dedication since the very first email until the very last second of the training. I would definitely do it again! I was worried I could not keep up with the schedule being almost 48, and even f it felt though at times, I proudly made it . I am also grateful for the wonderful souls I have met, we were 10 so we managed to get to know each other better and share this precious life journey supporting each other. Thanks again to each and every single person that make this opportunity possible. Namaste
Anonymous
from Israel, December 2023
"Great holistic Yoga learning! "
I liked the classes content, and the way the teachers taught it. All of them were professional and kind.
Great food, and kind staff at the place.
The area is amazing for walking and hiking, beautiful nature!
The daily schedule is enjoyable busy.
Margarita Gershkovich
from Australia, December 2023
"A wonderful Experience"
Friendly and kind teachers. Made me feel like family and at home. I have practised yoga for a few years but gained so much knowledge in the 3 days I was here. Highly recommend for anyone who has begun or interested in yoga and improving their way of life.
Anna Pierrot
from Malaysia, December 2023
" Highly recommended in-depth traditional 200HTTC "
Genuinely caring team and well organised from beginning to end.
The teachers are proficient and willing to share their knowledge and valuable experiences.
Each subject has a dedicated class (pranayama, meditation, mantra, asana, philosophy/ethics) where theoretical knowledge and practical experiences combines and provides a deep understanding of what yoga was and what it is. The environment is meant to enhance the group experience and we are encourage to share in a safe environment.
The resort is family owned and ran by amazingly caring people that make you feel at home from day one. Food was plenty, varied and custom-made if needed (vegan, gluten-free, etc.)
I loved my experience beyond expectations and I would love to take part to retreats in the future.
Liv Ward
from Great Britain, November 2023
"Perfect start to my India travels "
The teachers were brilliant, food AMAZING & all staff are unbelievably helpful. I only had time to stay for a short time but I will be back for YTT one day!
Daria Dlugolecka
from Great Britain, November 2023
"200hr TTYC"
I joined 200h TTC (17pp in my group) and I loved the experience.
The sessions were a bit hard at the beginning if I wasn't used to that much of exercise.
All teachers were good and knowledgeable, like Vinu, Annu and Sandeep which have an experience and can easily share it.
The last week of the session was focused on assessments and our teaching sessions from each subject.
On Sundays we had an excursions, one to the temple by ganga river, and other was sunrise at the mountain.
We joined the Diwali festiwal which was wild.
Food was good and simple but bit monotonous.
There is a small garden, good restaurants next door, laundry around the corner
It takes 10 min walk to market
Overall I would highly recommend.
Definitely I could come back for 300h somewhere in the future.
Claire Chazal
from Czechia, November 2023
Great place location, nice and skills teachers, management staff very helpful and beautiful garden!
Yessica Gomez
from Mexico, November 2023
"One of my best experiences ever!"
I liked everything, the classes, structure program, teachers, hostess, people, expedition, enviroment. I really recommend to do this certification.
Brenda Gramunt
from Spain, November 2023
"Experiencia increible"
Todo, ha sido una experiencia increible , una semana de aprendizaje a todos los niveles. Se puede sentir la esencia del yoga en todo momento. Los professores y todo el personal en general són maravillosos.
Ciara Kennedy
from India, November 2023
"Bliss"
I had a wonderful three days at Yoga Vida Mandiram, the instructors were very knowledgeable and super friendly. The food was delicious and my only wish is I stayed longer.
Anonymous
from South Korea, October 2023
"It was an amazing experiences."
People, garden, near restaurants ^^
Christine Martins
from Portugal, October 2023
"Wonderful experience"
All the classes were great and I learned a lot in 3 days. The teachers were very knowledgeable and so nice. I had a very nice welcome, all the teachers and other students received us very well, I felt very good here.
Patricia Purata
from Australia, September 2023
"Incredible experience "
It was one of my most beautiful life experiences, I met incredible people and experienced so many things, I’ve always felt at home in the school everyone is so nice and with such a beautiful heart. I am so grateful with everyone, the teachers are angels, with a lot of wisdom to share, ohhh I’ll miss this school!!!! Proud of have been part of this family
Olga Sarnowska
from India, September 2023
"You will learn a lot about yoga and meet a new family :)"
Pranayama and meditation teacher, Anu and Sumit were just great. I've learned how to do pranayama properly and gained new knowledge about yoga philosophy. Asana classes were good too, although I came here minly for pranayama knowledge :)
Mono and Prince were taking care of all the students diligently. Made us feel like a big family 💙 People at school were just the best ! I will surely come back
Anonymous
from United States, August 2023
"Great Experience, very serene "
I really enjoyed the welcoming environment and the opportunity to build community. The authenticity was greatly appreciated as the retreat was quite informative.
Anonymous
from Netherlands, July 2023
"Top ervaring"
Goede locatie, super vriendelijke mensen, al met al een top ervaring. Voelt als een familie aan!
Giorgia Simeone
from Netherlands, June 2023
"200h ytt at Vidya Mandiram"
The ashram was uphill, on a more isolated part of the town distant from the chaos of the town yet very close, walking distance. Perfect to find calm but stay connected to the city life. The facilities were good, some are better than others. The overall experience was absolutely incredible because the staff was always kind, ready to help and friendly. The course is well done and the teachers were great. I had fun and learned so much in such a short amount of time. The course is intense as it should be. A life changing experience that I would recommend to everyone.
Arik Wendt
from Nepal, June 2023
"3 Day Yoga Retreat"
Friendly People and really good rooms to stay there !
Maxine Meju
from Great Britain, May 2023
"Book this 200 hour training - you won’t regret it! "
The teachers were great fun and I learnt so much which has really improved my personal and teaching yoga practice.
The location is PERFECT, a little sanctuary just outside of busy town - perfect Himalayan retreat spot.
And the managers were lovely, very helpful and patient.
Finally, the people - I have met some friends for life and I hope to see them again.
Overall it was a life changing experience, and if I choose to do 300 hours training then I would come back here in a heartbeat. Book it - you won’t regret it!!
Anonymous
from United States, May 2023
Beautiful location with wonderful people. Very good value for money.
Anthony Rampersaud
from United States, March 2023
"The Complete Yoga Experience."
It was awesome how the curriculum tied the Yogic experience together. The knowledge of the teachers in their subject matter was impressive and even thou our group was from different countries and at times they were communication barriers, they took the time to ensue each and every students understood the point they were trying to get across.
Anonymous
from Canada, March 2023
"Great experience of yoga training "
The schedule was intense. The quality of material and deliver was awesome and authentic.
Sergio Rodriguez
from Colombia, March 2023
"En general muy buena experiencia"
Creo que es una muy buena experiencia, tienen una muy buena ubicación en un sitio tranquilo, la comida es muy natural y acorde para practicar yoga y las clases e instructores están bien para disfrutar de algunos días clases de yoga.
Katy Davy
from Great Britain, March 2023
"A life changing experience "
The entire experience was beautiful. I can never express my gratitude for this, the teachers, the facilities and the people I met were all amazing! I have walked away from this experience with more confidence in my own yoga practice and the excitement to share this knowledge with more people in my journey. The philosophy aspect of the course is profound and has taught me so much. If you are considering this experience I could recommend doing it with yoga samaadhi!
Vera Thomlison
from Canada, March 2023
"Life transforming experience "
The school was very supportive in every way. Bee and her family and staff made sure our stay was top notch from food to accommodations. The location is very peaceful. The teachers are all very knowledgeable and professional. If you are looking for a real yogic experience and to learn about yoga philosophy and lifestyle this would be the place. In a month your life and perspective can completely change.
Leonardo Taussig
from Austria, March 2023
"Wonderfull experience"
I ve had a very good time here. The 200h teacher training has been a wonderfull/ intense experience for me. The teacher had been always helpful and had an answer for almost every question i ve had. All in all, I recommand everybody who wanna become a yoga teacher, or just wanna have a good Time at this wonderfull Place.
Anonymous
from Great Britain, February 2023
"The most amazing retreat! "
I spent a week here on a 7 day yoga and meditation retreat and I could not recommend this place enough!
I have left this retreat with so much knowledge on how to meditate, yoga techniques and spirituality due to being lucky enough to be able to do a one to one each day with one of the lovely teachers. This place is truely magical and I hope to go back one day!
Nicola Tulk
from Great Britain, February 2023
"Fantastic 7 day retreat"
The retreat programme is very well thought out to include a lot of practice and each aspect at the right times of day. There is a lot of time in classes each day which I liked as you can really get some idea of what yoga in India is during a short period. The teachers were excellent - knowledgeable, able to teach the concepts clearly, patient and true yogis by nature. They all learned in the same Ashram and you can see this consistency in their teachings. I did the yoga nidra retreat and loved the nidra sessions, I wish I could have had more than the 3 sessions we had in the week. Thank you to all the teachers and staff who work very hard and are there to help with every need and always gentle and good humoured.
You should be aware that this is not a retreat like some others where you are away from the world since the shops, restaurants and bustle of Tapovan are close by. This can be a bonus if you also want to combine sightseeing and socialising with fellow retreat participants but may take some effort to balance the experience you want from the retreat if you are looking for something deeper. I think this is likely true of all schools in Rishikesh area unless they are completely out of the town.
Karlin Hossner
from Thailand, February 2023
"Very good choice for 200 hours YTT"
I just completed the 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training here and am very grateful for the experience. Thanks to Hope's absolute amazing organization and the incredible lovely guesthouse owners & staff everything was very well taken care of. Accomodation and vegan food were just great (still dreaming about those coconut waffles)! The teachers are very dedicated and approachable. They put a lot of effort into sharing their knowledge and making sure that everybody has the chance to learn and ask questions. I especially liked that the asana classes weren't the sole main focus (Hatha & Ashtanga Vinyasa; 3h/day) with further classes on Mantra Chanting to start the day (0.25h/day), Shat-Kriya and Pranayama (1h/day), Yoga Philosophy (1h/day), Anatomy/Physilology (1h/day) and Meditation and Relaxation (1h/day). I always had a feeling that Yoga is some kind of universe that I didn't really know how to approach. The teachers with their different classes helped me to get a better understanding of the bigger picture including the traditional background and to build a starting point for my own practice that I now feel comfortable and confident with. One little heads-up: The cold season in Northern Thailand can be surprisingly cold during night and early morning, so make sure to bring long leggings, warm socks and sweaters! Then nothing can stop you to embark on your Yoga journey and I believe that this is a very good place to start :-)
Aly Abel
from Great Britain, February 2023
"An unforgettable and breathtaking experience "
The teachers, the schedule, the yoga itself and meditation, the food, the area, the study materials, everything!! The supporting staff also make the retreat really clean, welcoming and comfortable. Pam taught us yoga nidya and as a PHD student, specialising in this area, she knew a lot!!! For anyone looking to understand the theory as well as practice, you’ll benefit so much.
The pace was perfect for what I wanted to achieve in 7 days. The rest time gives you a chance to explore the area as well as study, read. If you visit, make sure you do some ‘karmic yoga’ and help clean the studio!! You meet a diverse bunch of people but all with the same mindset to improve so it was one of the best experiences I’ve had on a solo trip.
Verena Venus
from Philippines, January 2023
"I highly recommend the YTT at this school"
I had my 200h Yoga Teacher Training at this school and can highly recommend that. The whole team is knowledgeable, kind, and loving, it was a pleasure. The schedule is well organized, I got lot’s of material, and always answers to my questions. But not only did I learn a lot, I also enjoyed it immensely. The atmosphere and overall experience is worth every cent. I consider doing my 300h Training with this school, also. Thanks to Hope, who organized it all, to the teachers, and to the amazing cooking team who fed us with super delicious vegetarian and vegan food in endless variations!
Juan Diego Reyes Ponce
from Netherlands, January 2023
All! Nice course and stay! Thanks! Namaste
Kylie Chernenkoff
from Canada, January 2023
"Only good things to say!!"
As a solo female going to a foreign country for the first time I was beyond nervous. Hope made the experience as smooth as possible which helped ease my worries. Once on site, the location was beautiful and isolated from the busy, noisy city. The workers at the accommodation were all so lovely and welcoming. The food was AMAZING! As a non-vegan, I was worried but found myself full and satisfied from each and every meal. The instructors went above and beyond my expectations, all so knowledgeable & with a bit of humour making the classes very enjoyable.
Melahat Yağmur Yalınkılıç
from Turkey, January 2023
"Beyond Yoga Teacher Training: A Life Changing Experience!"
This was truly an amazing experience provided a well rounded starting point for yoga teaching, demonstrated the love and light that a strong yoga practice can bring.The course was well planned, has a variety of topics which work beautifully together the aspiring yoga instructors.
Sandeep encourages self discovery and challenged me to grow and question my own practice and theory. My knowledge of yoga philosophy and practice foundation has grown with him.
Manoj demands enough discipline that you grow and improve, but also has a good sense of humor. He gives incredible lessons not just by teaching us the correct way, but by example of how he leads them himself.
Ishaan is a wonderful instructor. His instructions are clear and encouraging. He is a naturally talented teacher and clearly knows his stuff for teaching yoga asanas emphasizing the importance of anatomy and body alignment. A great balance between fun and discipline with him.
Sukhmit clearly has a lot of experience and shared so much knowledge with us. His guided meditations and the way he talks about body and mind will be with me and my teaching.
From the moment you arrive you are greeted and well taken care of. The staff is so fun and down to earth and it makes you feel safe. I loved the food, the day off with with excursions, the location, silent environment, classes in the garden.
This was a life changing experience and I would highly recommend it.
Bamdad Erfanian
from Turkey, January 2023
"Great experience, beyond my expectations"
I joined the school for the 7-day yoga and meditation retreat. I found the program well-organised and established with a good balance of intensity and ease. I also learnt a lot more than I expected. The school's location is fantastic, away from the busy main road in Rishikesh but close enough to walk there every day.
Most importantly the instructors and staff at the school are amazing, helpful and knowledgeable and helped us with school-related and non-school-related matters multiple times.
I highly recommend Yoga Vidya Mandiram and the experience of doing a yoga retreat in Rishikesh.
Anonymous
from India, December 2022
"3tägiges Yoga Retreat"
Wir (2Pers.) haben ein 3 tägiges Yogaretreat gemacht. Es eignet sich für Anfänger*innen und Fortgeschrittene. Wir lernten einiges über Meditation und Atemtechniken und haben zudem Hatha-Yoga praktiziert.
Die Stimmung im Retreat allgemein war schön und ruhig.
Alexandra Hormaier
from Germany, December 2022
"Tolle Erfahrung"
Die Gemeinschaft mit den anderen Teilnehmern und den Lehrern an einem entspannten, friedvollen Ort. Der Meditationslehrer Sukhmit hat sein tiefes Wissen mit uns geteilt man kann wirklich davon profitieren und es in der eigenen Praxis gut umsetzen. Auch der Yogaunterricht bei Ishaan war sehr gut strukturiert und für die unterschiedlichen Level der Teilnehmer gut angepasst.
Anita Borozan
from Croatia, November 2022
"Beautiful experience "
My experience with Yoga Vidya Mandiram in Chiang Mai was magical. From the start I felt very comfortable with the teachers, accommodation and the nature around us. Everyone was always approachable and open to answer any question and make sure we have everything we need (and want). Regarding accommodation, I would emphasize amazing kitchen staff and their delicious food which was often the best part of our day 😋
I learned a lot, met beautiful people and, despite the busy schedule and hardwork, I enjoyed every step of the way. Especially interesting I found Piyushes classes on Anatomy and Physiology and will definitely continue to deepen my knowledge and practice in this direction. Thank you for showing me many directions I can go further on, thank you Hope for impressive organization and for making this possible.
I recommend this course to everyone willing to learn, open their mind and heart for deep insights and positive changes in their lives.
Philip Levy
from United States, November 2022
The program itself was well organized and the curriculum was a perfect mix of succinct and in depth. The staff for the resort went above and beyond to accommodate any need that our class had and the food was INCREDIBLE!!! The philosophy of yoga classes went so in depth, and gave a good blueprint to begin integrating spirituality into daily practice once the retreat ended. If you’re at a point in your life where you feel that you need to heal, gain some yoga experience, and bond with a great group of people, look no further!
Michelle Ryf
from Switzerland, November 2022
"Authentic Yoga in breathtaking Thailand"
I completed the 200h YTT in Mae Win, close to Chiang Mai (Thailand), what was an amazing experience. If you are searchig for an authentic Yoga Training in a quiet place in the nature, waking up
to the birds sounds, excellent (vegetarian) food and staff that wants you to feel like at home, I can highly recommend to join the YTT Yoga Samadhi. All teachers have an admirable knowledge and were very happy to share it with us! If you want to learn more about the original yoga, this is the place you should choose. Also, Hope, who manages the program, was a great help before, but also during the journey, what made the whole preparation easier. Also, I totally enjoyed the organized trips on our days off, they were amazing! I
I can really recommend to book it!
Victoria Machado
from Brazil, November 2022
"Experiência transformadora "
Eu amei o ambiente, todos os funcionários são extremante acolhedores e a minha turma ficou tão unida que até agora estou com saudade da nossa rotina.
O cronograma diária e os passeis de domingo são muito bem organizados e flexíveis.
Perto do comércio de Tapovan o que facilita a comprar de coisas caso seja necessário e do lado da escola tem o bistrô Nirvana e podemos entrar pulando o muro e as comidas são incríveis.
Amei minha experiência e não vejo a hora de voltar ❤️🇧🇷
Luciana Snt
from Canada, November 2022
"Whole energy, big family, knowledgeable teachers "
Where to start from...
I spent three months choosing the school I would attend, having many factors on the decision, location, typeof program, classes, etc.
I went to Yoga Vidya Mandiram for my 300h TTC, and couldn't be happier for the decision made. The connections I made, the staff super friendly from the school, the food, the teachers, the laughs, as the month passed by you really feel like home and it's so hard to say goodbye to everyone. The teaches take a good care to remind everyone to be mindful and respectful towards their bodies in order to respect limitations and have a safe practice. This was special and very important! I def recommend the school. To consider: the school is located in the Swiss cottage, so it's far from the traffic and horns.
Thank you YVM 🙏🏽 Hari Om.
Chanel Mcnamara
from Italy, November 2022
"Slice of Heaven"
It is a very special place - Yoga, Meditation, Philosophy, Anatomy & Pranayama are all taught will love and deep knowledge. The monkeys also enjoy the harmony. Ishan & Mono do a very good job at running the organisation too
Anonymous
from India, October 2022
"Lovely and relaxing stay in Rishikesh "
Loved this retreat! The staff were knowledgable and so helpful - in and out of classes. Having an excursion was a great way to see more of the area and allowed us to get to know other people on the retreat which we really enjoyed. The yoga class was catered to people of all ages - would come back!
Simone Steinbach
from Germany, October 2022
"Wonderful Yoga Experience "
Learning not just about Yoga but about the whole philosophy, meditation and pranamaya was amazing. I really enjoyed my time here especially because of the great teachers and the other students.
Nicole Reiher
from Germany, August 2022
"Dig deep to the roots of Yoga"
What I liked: I am working as yoga teacher since 3 years full time. I did expect to grow my wisdom about all aspects of yoga during my 300hr YTT. I wanted to get to the roots of Yoga.
To learn something new never felt so wonderful, I explored in this school.
Our teachers were wise and taught us well. All of them speak very good English and know what they are talking about. They are experts in their subjects.
In this 4 weeks it felt like a second home for me. The accommodation, the food, the area around, all people who are working at this place, everything felt so nice, friendly and familiarly.
Love and light to you all - I will never forget this special time and will definitely come back one day.
Chris Williams
from Belgium, April 2022
"Relaxing, welcoming, friendly"
Very welcoming hosts, a great experience with excellent classes, good food and accommodation
Theo Thiberge
from France, February 2022
"Strongly recommend for a 200-hour YTTC there! You'll love it"
CONTENT:
Above my expectations!
Asanas: we could dig into Hatha, Ashtanga and Vinyasa.
Relaxation & meditation: we saw so different R&M technics!
Anatomy & physiology: that's actually so good to know how the body works to give proper advice!
Philosophy was amazing to understand the roots of yoga.
The books are great!
Schedule is comprehensive yet enough free time and self-study!
PEOPLE:
The teachers are knowledgeable in their own expertise and it's very interesting that they're open on their backgrounds and how they came to Yoga
Of course, all teachers may have slightly different points of view and some cues may differ or be opposite, but in the end, it is similar and you decide to trust what your body feels.
The guesthouse staff was absolutely lovely and dedicated: cooking, cleaning, laundry...
The retreat organizors are very nice and will help you from the day you contact them before subscribing, to after the retreat! They answer within hours and are so helpful! Definitely a strong point !
The other students were the best!
We were lucky enough to be a group of 7 because of COVID19 and we created amazing bonds, like one single organism!
This really enhanced the global appreciation of my YTT!
FOOD:
Absolutely stunning! Simple but yet delicious! The kitchen staff creates almost new dishes for every meal, keeping it vegan and so tasty! Incredible Thai / International fusion!
The excursions on day off were very nice and fun!
Wifi is good.
Definitely recommend YTT there
Anonymous
from Great Britain, January 2022
"A beautiful course into the heart of yoga"
A beautiful training into the heart of yoga
The course content: Love the variety and depth that the course goes into. From yoga philosophy to anatomy to meditation and asana classes, I feel like I learned so much in just 3 weeks. The course is well-organised with scheduled time for self-practice too. It was an immersive experience and every day was filled with laughter and learning. I had so much fun -- really happy I chose this course.
The teachers/organisers: Everyone was so caring throughout the whole course, I felt really supported and safe under their guidance and expertise. The organisation was excellent, well-communicated and planned.
The venue: Really fantastic space to go deeper into your practice. Beautiful location surrounded by nature with sustainability at its the heart. The staff go out of their way to help you with your needs and the food is delicious. The joy is in the little things, such as different herbal teas and juices each day. The excursions are a definite bonus too.
Overall, if you are looking for a teacher training course that is rooted in the spiritual ethos of yoga, then this is the course for you :)
Anurag Pv
from India, November 2021
"Great experience to explore yourself."
The positivity the retreat brings. The kind of discipline followed and some well knowledgeable coaches.
Randi Schmidt
from Germany, October 2021
"Excellent--an absolute must!"
I spent one month at Yoga Vidya Mandiram for my 200-hour Teacher Training and it was a life-changing experience. The location is great--secluded but close to town. The view and nature is beautiful. The instructors at the school are kind, warm-hearted and very knowledgable. From the first day on I felt welcomed. The three vegetarian meals a day and tea were always delicious. Additionally, we got to partake in excursions to Kunjapuri temple, the mountain town Mussoorie, and even an Indian wedding. I learned a great deal from each instructor, met wonderful friends from different countries, and had adventures I will never forget. I am inspired by my experience at Yoga Vidya Mandiram to continue practicing my yoga here at home and make my instructors proud. Thank you!!! If you are searching for a yoga retreat or teacher training, I can absolutely recommend this school!
Anonymous
from Maldives, October 2021
"Everlasting experience to bring me an instructor "
I’m proud of myself to decide to come here this time, because I had an absolutely amazing time with knowledgeable teachers and powerful & energetic other students. We could get very personalized class due to the Covid situation and had a change to be close to all the teachers.
Also we were living in the yoga school, attending the class together, eating together, washing together, cleaning together and laughing together. Some teachers are also living same place, so we feel like a family.
Heidi Miller
from United States, January 2021
"My second time, and hopefully not my last"
I attended last year with my sister and returned this year with my husband.. The instructors and staff are excellent. The classes are helpful and they cater to every ability level. The relaxation and meditation is so amazing, it's the reason that I came back again this year. Even one of those classes is worth the entire course fee, in my opinion! The outing on day 2 is a great way to see amazing parts of Rishikesh.
Jaitri Bose
from India, December 2020
"Amazing yoga and meditation "
I was truly mesmerized and elated with the dedication, perseverance and calmness of our yoga instructors. Learned a lot from then. I will be going back for 200 hours yoga training again in the month of March.
Zia Vaughan-johnson
from Australia, March 2020
"3 day course - Excellent for Beginners"
I did the 3 day yoga course. It was a great introduction to yoga. I knew a few things but not many at all. What I did know, this course made me understand more about what I already knew plus much more. It was quite intense but very enjoyable. I'd recommend traveling a day before and staying in Rishikesh another day if possible. It's a lovely town and the Ganges river is just magic. The place is walking distance to the river and town where you go shopping and try local food. I'd recommend this course, I really enjoyed it all and miss it so much. It has inspired me to start yoga at home.
If you are flying, Air India will sting you with excess baggage if you have more then 15kg. You can certainly bargin them down but its pretty expensive (5000 rupees for 10kg or about $100 Australian dollars. It's okay but just be aware because I called Air India and they told me the flight I had was 25kg and didn't mention anything about a 15kg weight restriction.
Vlad Agachi
from Romania, March 2020
"Wonderful 500hr TTC"
I liked everything about this school, all the staff is very spiritual, the founder was educated in a Gurukul, so they have the seeking of the higher Self. The teachers are amazing, full of love and understanding, they are always available whenever you need them. The volunteers who work at the center did everything in their power to adjust everyone. The accomodation was very good and the food was always abundant.
The knowledge you get here is amazing, the teachings of Pranayama, philosophy, anatomy apart from the hard asana practice. The course is amazing really and a very good value for my money.
Annabelle Halket
from Turks and Caicos Islands, March 2020
"Highly recommend "
Yoga Vidya Mandiram has the best teachers in an awesome location. The school is a little out of the main town, but still in easy walking distance.
Food was brilliant. And the staff were quick and happy to help if I had any problems (which included organising flights and taxis).
I can’t recommend this place enough- wish I could have stayed longer!
Caroline Hodges
from Great Britain, March 2020
"3 day yoga retreat"
Everyone was extremely welcoming.
The retreat was organised and well timed.
Loved the assanas and the meditation.
Lalit and his colleagues went out of their way to supply Jane Ji with a hair dryer and she is most impressed!
It was a fun enjoyable experience.
Anonymous
from Japan, March 2020
"caring staff:even 66yr old with health problems learned "
Individualized altho short intro to yoga for me (a complete beginner).
Many different levels and rigorous programs. Friendly community of mostly Europeans.
Garden. Lively Holi dancing. Good veg food.
Sonja Van Oers
from Netherlands, March 2020
"3 day yoga retreat and meditation"
For me as a beginner that knows some yoga this was a very learnful experience! Very much recommended if you do not have a lot of time and want to learn more. The practices and breathing exercises where quit challenging!
Anonymous
from Great Britain, February 2020
"3 Day Yoga Retreat "
The retreat provided a beautiful uplifting energy from the moment we arrived. The staff and instructors were friendly, knowledgable, kind and always on hand to ensure we had everything we needed. We felt very contained and held. The retreat was just what was needed and our knowledge if yoga has deepened greatly in such a short time. We feel blessed to have experienced some time with these wonderful people.
Anonymous
from Japan, February 2020
"CHANGED MY LIFE, highly recommended to anyone."
I loved every second of the experience. First of all, even before arriving in India teachers made sure that we are comfortably by replying any kinds of questions very fast. When I got there I immoderately knew it was gonna be the best decision I’ve ever made. Food is FANTASTIC. I hardly had food that I didn’t like, it was so tasty that I enjoyed every single meal. Even chefs are very very kind and nice. The best part was yoga students from all over the world. They made this experience very special as everyone had different personalities and culture. We started opening our hearts and became life time friends. We got to learn a lot of things that only the teacher from this school can teach us, something that we cannot learn from books.
I loved the structure of the classes as I had a bit of language barrier so I had enough time for myself to prepare and relax.
Teachers were always so kind that I am definetly go back to this school for longer study. Thank you for everything.
Mita Pandya
from Great Britain, February 2020
the way our 3 days were planned was amazing and we learnt and experience so much too. There was enough time to get to know the group at the same time there was enough time to learn yoga with explanation and understanding of culture. i wish we stayed there bit longer.
every single staff was very friendly , helpful and couldn't do enough for us.
Tzu Yao Lee
from Taiwan, February 2020
"Feeling like home"
I did a 50-hour teacher training here. All the people (manager, teachers and kitchen staffs) are so friendly and supportive.
The room I stayed is big, clean and comfortable.
The environment is cozy.
I definitely will come back.
Giandhira Yrady
from France, January 2020
"Feeling Peaceful "
The place close to the mountains. The learning process.
Alvin Rangel
from United States, January 2020
"Great option"
I had a wonderful experience. I enjoyed the teachers; they made themselves available to talk and discuss after classes; taught from embodied experience; treated all students with respect; were knowledgeable, passionate and experienced. The course had a strong focus on philosophy, anatomy and meditation which was perfect for me. To get the most out of the training I would consider having a regular asana practice, curiosity and a desire to deepening your personal practice. The food was very good. They planned trips to temples on our days off. Many students came with strong expectations, but it's important to keep an open mind and allow yourself to surrender to the schedule, classes, format, etc. You will gain valuable information and grow from the experience. There is always room for improvements, but I was VERY happy during my 300-Hour training. I would recommend this school. Lastly, a plus was that the school was located in a quiet area in Rishikesh, so it's peaceful at nights and mornings.
Carlos Alberto Sánchez Boado
from Montenegro, January 2020
"The best place with the best teachers ...!!! Now, my new fam"
The humility, knowledge and love of the teachers. The beautiful place.
Gülnaz İşgören
from Turkey, January 2020
"Unforgettable training"
It was a truly memorable experience. The teachers are completely competent and the employees have done everything they can to our satisfaction. Conditions of stay were excellent. I really felt like at home. Endless thanks for everything.. Namaste
Anonymous
from Norway, December 2019
"Good quality Yoga Teacher Training"
- Skillful teachers with lots of in-depth knowledge
- Very accommodating management. They did go beyond their responsibilities to assist us with whatever problems/issues we had
- OK Accommodation
- Great food!
- Location: Very close to town, but still far enough away to escape from the major noise coming from town. Restaurant/Cafe, Massage centres and Ayurvedic Doctor is in the immediate proximity to the School
- In general a very good Atmosphere during all the whole 500 hour Yoga Teacher Training
Melissa Sharp
from Spain, December 2019
"One of the best experiences of my life"
Everything here was absolutely phenomenal. From the second I arrived, Lalit and Nandan made sure that all my bags and room were taken care of immediately and I got a little tour of the sanctuary that I would call home for the next three weeks. They were always there to greet us with smiles and warmth throughout the day and went above and beyond to make us feel at home and help if we had any problems. I only wish my real home has as good of food as I had there! I think most of us wanted recipes and a cookbook at the end because the food was so delicious.
Although the schedule was busy, there was still enough time to rest and enjoy the nice garden, do some laundry, run into town, or get additional guidance from Saurabh. His extra availability, warmth, and humor were reassuring during sometimes challenging classes and he is a fantastic teacher. In hindsight, I think I knew nearly nothing about the philosophy, anatomy, pranayma, and meditation prior to this course and I definitely left with a wealth of knowledge and a great foundation to build upon. I only wish I could have stayed longer. It was truly a paradise and I hope to return one day.
Phannipa Haldemann
from Switzerland, December 2019
"Awesome experience!!!"
At first I wasn’t sure about going to India and to be there for 3 weeks for the 200hr YTT.
At the end of the course, I can only say that I loved the place and the people there. It fell like home away from home. The location is perfect for yoga courses and retreats, surrounded by the nature and a walking distance to the centre. Everyone was super friendly and very helpful.
YVM exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommended the place to anyone who wants to have some time off from the hustle life.
Antonio Manzarra
from Portugal, December 2019
"Amazing School"
I loved everything in this school. 1) location: perfect integrated in nature, surrounded by mountain and trees but also a 5min walking from the main center of Tapovan, so it feels like a little oasis where you can relax. 2) facilities: very nice comfortable rooms, nice big yoga rooms. 3) Staff: they are just such a good people that takes the experience to another level of love. always there for everything you need. 4) food: very conducive 5) teaching: good professionals that will go deep on the roots of yoga taking you to another level of spirituality
Kim Sew Law
from Malaysia, December 2019
"My first yoga experience."
People are very friendly and helpful.
Helen Bugg
from Great Britain, December 2019
"Excellent. I learned far more than I expected."
Even though it’s only 2 nights long, this is an intense & serious course & the teaching is of a very high standard. They worked us hard but I very much appreciated the opportunity to learn a great deal not only some yoga asanas but also about meditation, chanting, relaxation & health. It was also very helpful to meet so many different instructors. Unfortunately I cannot remember all their names - without exception, they were all excellent. I enjoyed the breath control classes & the trip to Vashistha the most I think. The Centre is in a peaceful location with very little traffic noise. Just birds singing, monkeys chattering & cows mooing ! The standard of accommodation is very good indeed. I had a huge en-suite room to myself with a massive double bed. Everything was spotlessly clean & there was lots of hot water for showering. There were ample quantities of freshly cooked & raw vegetarian food including watermelon & pineapple for breakfast. We served ourselves using stainless steel trays, cutlery & beakers which we washed up ourselves. There was hot & cold water, milk, chai marsala and lemon & ginger tea to drink. I also enjoyed a couple of wonderful massages at Vedanta just a few metres away. There were a number of other much longer courses going on at the same time - yoga teacher training. The students come from all over the world & there is a very friendly atmosphere. World peace reigns here at the Vidya Mandiram. 🙏
Saadia Malik
from Pakistan, December 2019
"A Life changing experience"
I and my friend did a 50 hours YTTC at Chiang Mai in Nov 2019. From the moment I signed up, everything went smooth - thanks to Hope for her proactiveness in communication and looking after everything.
Since we arrived at the beautiful venue, the hospitality and warmth of our Hosts made us feel we were part of a bigger family and felt home away from home.
Best Thai vegan food was served every day with choices of fresh local fruits. I still miss the delicious food and those waffles and banana bread from breakfast thanks Pe Bee. Kitchen staff were always happy to help and cater to different food preferences.
The teachers - each of them were a gem. Very knowledgeable and committed. The course content was carefully selected with the right mix of theory and practice. The timetable kept us busy from 6 am until 8 pm. But despite the intense schedule - I thoroughly enjoyed every class. As every class had something interesting to offer. It felt like the teachers were there for a cause rather than a job.
Everyone at the school was committed to make our stay perfect.
We were ready to extend our stay but had non-refundable flights booked for further travel.
I highly recommend that you take YTTC here. It's intense but every moment spent at the training will be memorable. You will come back with a whole new perspective about life. Namaste 🙏
Ines Viar
from Spain, November 2019
I did my 200-hour YTT in November and I would honestly do it all over again tomorrow. I remember the first day, they asked us what we expected from the course, and everyone had different reasons for being there, but I think YVM exceeded all of them. We were a small family and YVM was our second home (and still is). Everyone there went out of their way to make sure that we felt that way, especially Lalit and Nandan. Need an ATM? They’ll drive you anytime. Want a haircut? They’ll take you to their favourite barber. Fancy some sweets at night? They’ll happily go with you to buy some. Want a traditional Indian dress? They’ll find a tailor and will help you, even if that means going to the tailors 4 times. When I say that they go out of their way, I really mean it. We could count on them 24/7 for anything and they took care of us, always with a smile on their face.
Accommodation was great, the rooms were clean and they changed the sheets and towels every 3-4 days. Food was delicious and the kitchen staff is also very helpful. The school is outside of Tapovan, so you are not in the middle of the town, which we appreciated. It has a very nice garden and a peaceful atmosphere, but still a short walk from the town. There’s also a little shop in the complex in case you need anything, from toiletries to chocolate bars.
The classes and teachers were also great. They were open to questions and tried to solve our doubts as best as they could, especially considering that... CONTINUES
Diana Ivanova
from Bulgaria, November 2019
"Amazing"
My whole experience in the school was amazing! The guys taking care of the school and all the teachers are great! They are caring, understanding and loving! They will always try to help you with any request you might have! I learned a lot and experienced great moments in this school! Namaste!
Selda Lloyd
from Laos, November 2019
"Home away from home"
The school is located in a quieter and more peaceful part of Tapovan, Rishikesh and surrounded by trees, nature and mountain views making it the perfect setting for a yoga teachers training course. I completed my 200hr ytt here and found that the teachers were very knowledgeable and experienced and I have learnt so much over these past few weeks. The food was delicious and there was always a variety. The rooms are spacious and clean and you have the option of sharing room or a private. The staff always went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable in every way they could and the weekly group outings were also always fun and informative. I am very happy that I chose YVM for my 200hr training and I wouldn't go anywhere else to complete the 300hrs in the future.
Mukesh Dattani
from Philippines, November 2019
"Excellent Yoga Teacher Training Course at Yoga Vidya Mandira"
Excellent place and atmosphere to do Yoga Teacher Training 200 hours. Lalit ji here at the course made our admission and the whole process very straight forward. He and the rest of staff are excellent.
Priscilla Coeytaux
from Portugal, November 2019
"Magnificent from beginning to end !"
Hellooo! I made the 500hours.
Honestly I have nothing to complain about..
Everything was perfect, I really had the greatest time and experience! From all the staff, to the classes, the excursions and the accommodation! The food was amazing every single day !!! The school is very well located! A very peaceful place surrounded by animals but close to the market.
I remember reading those reviews myself to try to figure it out if it was the right choice for me.. so let me tell you, you won’t regret going there and you’ll probably have an amazing experience!
Love and light
Priscilla
Jia Liew
from Malaysia, November 2019
"Insightful,authentic course/retreat for genuine learners"
For anyone TRULY seeking to know yoga or know yoga better, this course provides very authentic and insightful knowledge, taught by teachers who are not only experienced but who actually live and know the culture, heritage and roots of yoga. A very traditional approach to knowing yoga that is not rigid but proper, which I appreciate most. No added un-yoga elements. Yoga knowledge as it is. For this itself, the value for money is unmatched. Anymore authentic- you'll need to head to India..haha..
no dislikes! =) The overall experience is very good and it's as expected! TIPS: one must be prepared mentally and understand that you will be up in the mountains, away from the city, staying in a very simple, friendly guesthouse surrounded by nature- do manage expectations and be ready to embrace bare necessities. If facilities, accommodation, and luxury services are a top priority to you- you'll need to reconsider. =)
Enya Powell Taylor
from Vietnam, November 2019
"Truly fortunate to have chosen this school"
This school went above and beyond any expectations I held. I come from Scotland (currently living in Vietnam) and found that it was of the same standard as back home. The training itself took me on a journey of knowledge and understanding about yoga and how it relates to me and my current situation. I learned so much in all of the topics that I never expected to learn. The teachers are all really inspiring and genuinely lovely people and I really couldn't have asked for better teachers.
The accommodation is very quaint and lovely, its clean, comfortable and just what you need. It's in the most beautiful location, outside Chiangmai in the rolling hills among the rice paddies. So beware of a friendly spider (or gecko) or 2 :-)
The food is amazing!!! Its vegetarian and you have a buffet style dinner every night and the most amazing waffles in the morning! Peebee and her team looked after everyone's various dietary equirements without a hesitation. I'm not a vegetarian but it was definitely my kind of food. Some people struggled (energy wise) without eating meat so I'd suggest to others who feel this may be problem to them, just bring some protein powder or tinned tuna or something.
Hope was amazing from the moment I booked until the moment I left. She is so organised and professional but everyone felt as though she valued us and she had a great relationship with everyone.
Highly highly reccomend this training!
Vuong Oanh
from Vietnam, November 2019
"There is very nice place "
Garden, philosophy teacher, accommodation
Safaa Alhissi
from Saudi Arabia, November 2019
"memorable experience"
It was a good experience to learn about Yoga.
Thanks for all teachers, staff and administration.
Everything was great. i learned a lot of good things. I met good and special people. And I had unforgettable memories.
I’m coming back soon...Rishikesh! :))
Namaste 🙏 💐
Christy Maksoudian
from Belgium, November 2019
"I’m going back there!"
The school gives a holistic experience on yoga and it’s philosophy, breaking the western stereotype that yoga is a “stretching” form of exercise. It provides you with the basic fundamentals of how to establish a blissful life, from proper breathing rituals, Ayurvedic diets, and asanas to establish a healthy body, and various types of yoga and meditation to establish a mind body balance and proper flow of prana. The group was quite international and the teachers exceptional. They have a true understanding of the west and are able to bridge the west-east divide through their philosophies. Plus the food was amazing! Great excursions, musical night bonfires, and the cutest dogs roaming around. It has the perfect pace for a program aiming to provide a holistic and basic understanding of the various aspects of yoga in such a short period of time.
Anonymous
from Finland, November 2019
"300h hour teacher training September-October "
I liked our anatomy classes, they were clear and detailled and very professional, unfortunately we just didn’t have enough time to do all subjects. Ashtanga yoga teacher was funny and professional too.
Anonymous
from Canada, November 2019
Rooms were good. Food was good
Hugh Brook
from Thailand, November 2019
"Felt welcome from the moment we booked!"
Wow, what an incredible team of staff Yoga Vidya Mandiram have!
My girlfriend and I honestly felt welcome from the moment we received our confirmation email. Communication with Lalit was seamless. Due to some transport issues, we had to board an earlier flight which meant arriving a couple of days before the start of our retreat. Lalit’s immediate responses made the situation so much easier to deal with, allowing us to check in early and arranging a taxi from the airport quite late at night. Thank you Lalit!
The retreat itself was amazing. It’s not like others that your hear about where it’s more of a holiday with a bit of yoga. The three day course is the real deal, structured very similarly to the 100, 200 and 500 hour teacher training schedules, meaning that you get the full experience!
All of our instructors were knowledgeable, friendly and most importantly, patient, with our entire group of novice yogis.
The food was delicious and plentiful with the kitchen staff always polite and happy to say Namaste.
Whilst the accommodation will vary depending on what you book, my girlfriend and I had a private double room and I can honestly say it’s the best accommodation we’ve had in our India travels thus far. Comfortable, modern and clean.
All in all, we would and likely will take another course at Yoga Vidya Mandiram and would recommend it to anyone.
Rachael Mcglue
from India, November 2019
"Thank you"
This was a well run retreat and all the teachers made this a highlight of our trip. Thank you so much Yoga Vidya Manduram.
Blake Foster
from United States, November 2019
"Life Changing Experience in Thailand"
This yoga teacher training was truly life-changing. The teachers and my fellow students were absolutely wonderful. I came for physical healing/knowledge which I got but I also received so much more on an emotional and a spiritual level as well. Really enjoyed all of my teachers and appreciated the time we spent with them both inside and outside the classroom. I highly recommend Yoga Vidya Nidram!
Melvin Bcn
from France, November 2019
"Une très belle expérience humaine et d'apprentissage !"
La formation de 200 heures à correspondu à mes attentes: à la fois intensive et complète. Quand on a déjà quelques bases en yoga c'est une excellente formation pour se lancer dans la voie de l'enseignement du yoga.
Le cadre est super, on se sent coupé du monde, et on a à proximité tout ce dont on a besoin pour la durée de la formation. La cohésion de groupe a parfaitement fonctionné.
J'ai particulièrement apprécié les cours de Hatha, de philosophie.
Le personnel, dont Lalit a été tout au long du séjour extrêmement dévoué pour que tout se passe au mieux. Ce qui a été le cas. Merci !
Magdalena Landgrebe
from United States, November 2019
"Yoga Vidya Mandiram exceeded my expectations by far"
The school offers an amazing yoga Programm and I didn’t expect such a diverse and intense( in a good way) training. You get the chance to learn about yoga and yourself while feeling welcome and safe. You make huge progress in your practice and feel well prepared to slowly start teaching. Lalit and all the other people make sure that your stay is as pleasant as possible and go above and beyond. I had to go to the hospital once and Lalit helped me clean out my wound with his own hands and two of the guys from the school drove me there and were by my side, even bought me food on our way back. I can’t even put into words how giving and full of love everyone who works at the school is. I’m extremely grateful as I felt like being with family. The room is very spacious and VERY clean, the food and kitchen have restaurant quality and the campus is nicely located near the mountains but in walking distance to the tourist spots in town. Even on sundays, special events were organised for us like visiting beautiful temples or going on a rafting adventure on the Ganges. To be honest, I don’t even know how it’s possible to have experienced so much quality stuff and paying such little money for the course. The teachers really live what they are teaching so it’s actually more sharing experience than teaching. You can ask them anything and they will have had experience with it. The training is extremely good value and I want to come back for my 300 hour course.
Thank you so much. Namaste.
Ziv Liberman
from India, November 2019
"Amazing"
Great teachers, balanced schedule
Candela Fernandez
from India, November 2019
"Nice short treat for mind&body"
I liked many things about the retreat, the location first of all because it's in a nice area bit away from the crowded places. The accommodation because we got a nice private room. The fire ritual and most of our teachers gave us an unique experience and made themselves sure we get the proper information. The excursion we made during our second day was something I maybe wouldn't have experienced without them.
Coraline Moinat
from France, October 2019
"Life-changing experience"
These three weeks of intense yoga training were absolutely amazing : our teachers are excellent (experienced, listening and very inspiring), all the staff members are always available (and above all, always smiling and helpful), the food is delicious and generally, every effort has been made to allow us to have a beautiful experience in this ashram. I met people from all around the world, with beautiful souls and hearts, and I'm very grateful for all I have experienced there. I highly recommended this yoga retreat if you are looking for a quiet place/challenging classes/a break in your busy life. I wish to be back in India as soon as possible to experience that once again at least. Thank you for everything & Namaste.
Anonymous
from Taiwan, October 2019
"Not "advanced" at all teacher training"
I want to thank Sundeep Ji, our philosophy teacher, for his knowledge and passion to share. Lalit Ji for great and patiente administrative day-to-day care.
Kimberley Webb
from Australia, October 2019
"A truly amazing experience "
I entered into the YTT with the expectation to grow my understanding of traditional yoga from authentic indian yoga teachers with the intention to share my learning back home and I recieved exactly that and more!
Each teacher brought there own perspective, personality and were dedicated to our learning. Always happy to answer additional questions and further discussion outside the classroom!
I am truly appreciative of this experience and feel I have received so much that I feel inspired to share my experience back home and continue my yoga journey.
I was personally challenged by the large group number of students around ?22-25 as I had read there would be smaller number around 12-15 and therefore was surprised when I realised how many students there were with all different intentions for completing the YTT. However this was a learning experience for me as it led me to open up to so many amazing people I never would usually meet in everyday life and get outside my comfort zone! And in the end I came away with not a great yoga experience but with fantastic friendships too!
I was not vegetarian prior to starting this training and found eating vegetarian with no eggs challenging to in the beginning. I would recommend for all those meat eaters at home to start switching to vegetarian protein options prior to the course to get your body and mind used to it! Haha. Otherwise the variety of vegetables was fantastic and very tasty!
Janiece Walker
from Australia, October 2019
"Exceeded expectations! "
The instructors went above and beyond in their teaching practices and they sincerely wanted their students to further their knowledge, the food was incredible and the accomodation was very comfortable! The whole journey was amazing, I’m going to bring my mum next year! Defiantly recommend 🙏🏼❤️
Anonymous
from Singapore, October 2019
"Rejuvenating retreat "
Thoroughly enjoyed this retreat at YVM which was definitely a breath of fresh air for the soul. The school is located away from the hustle and bustle of town with so much greenery and its little garden. Accommodation was comfortable with delicious vegetarian meals, friendly staff and knowledgeable teachers. Would recommend this if you’re looking to recharge or just to take a step back from your hectic lifestyle ❤️
Lloyd Perris
from India, October 2019
Meditation and yoga theory classes were great. Communication was clear.
Nina Dzeko
from Sweden, October 2019
"Peaceful and enlightening"
Me and my partner had an amazing time at the 3 day reatreat. Even before the retreat started I had a nice feeling after e-mailing with Lalit at Yoga Vidya Mandiram, he was very fast at answering my questions and both helpful and flexible with my wishes.
The physical yoga classes were very good and other the yoga philosophy classes as well, we learnd a lot but most importantly we got motivated to learn more. The breathing and meditation classes were definitely the best thing of all and especially the relaxation at the end of the day with the best teacher!
But none of this would matter if we didn't have the company of the other students from all over the world (we were 8 in total in the group) wich made the retreat a lovely memory we will always carry with us!
We highly recommend this retreat when visiting magnificent India!
Ritika Jajodia
from India, September 2019
"I didn't know how to breathe properly till I visited them. "
The school has a perfect yoga foundation course. We took a 3 day package even in that learned a lot about how to merge yoga in our daily hectic city lives. Would definitely recommend a longer course.
Kelsey Yurek
from South Korea, September 2019
"Nice 3 day retreat!"
Nice people and good first yoga retreat experience
Marie-anne Bourguignon
from Netherlands, September 2019
"Des cours de qualité et une grande bienveillance de tous"
La qualité des interventions pédagogiques, la bienveillance et la très grande disponibilité des enseignants, de l'équipe d'accueil et de service, la qualité et la variété des repas, l'énergie très positive de cette école. L'école est située en retrait de la circulation dans un hameau paisible et proche de tous services (petits commerces et massages).
Rachel Hartman
from Israel, September 2019
"A Truly Transformative Experience "
I just got back home yesterday, and I don't even think there are words to describe the experience I had.
Every teacher, every staff member, every person involved with running the school is a true believer, there to spread love and light in the world. It's so rare to have a school like this, and it made you want to work harder and do more.
I felt like I had to be in every class and do my best, not just because I had traveled a long way to get there, not just because it took a lot of planning for my family for me to get there, but also because all of my teachers and everyone I was around wanted me to succeed, and I wanted to make them proud.
My class was also very supportive of each other, we were an eclectic group that ranged from a South Korean Travel Blogger to a nearly 70 army retiree, to me, a mother of two young kids, and we all really bonded with each other and supported each other to do our best.
Also, I want to mention something about the curriculum because no one on here seems to mention their school's curriculum. A good friend of mine's parents live in Dehradun, and I went to visit them for the weekend after my program. They both have taken many many Yoga classes over the years and are pretty intellectual (engineers from fancy schools)
They were very pleasantly surprised with the depth of my teaching, and impressed by how much the school taught me. I wasn't surprised by their reaction, because I could tell that I was getting a good education while in the program.
Nadine Kinnear
from South Africa, September 2019
"Amazing experience "
Everyone at the school went the extra mile. Overall an amazing experience and proper value for money.
Would highly recommend.
Saritha Chittal
from India, September 2019
"Rejuvenation session"
Overall fabulous experience
Daniel Cirilli
from Italy, August 2019
"Amazing experience at Yoga Vidya Mandiram"
One of the most important experience I’ve ever had, teachers and staff are very polite and nice person. Anything you need just ask them and they will provide the best solution for your needs or anything you ask.
Teachers are really prepared with so much knowledge and experience behind, are really focused on what they teach and follow what they teach. Any question or doubt they will reply and give you so much more. If you need time to talk with them, they give you time, all the time you need.
Schedule of the classes prepared in a really great way, with time to study and rest between lunch and afternoon.
Kitchen: food great, staff always present to help you if you need some other things. They prepare something that I don’t know if I will find somewhere else. Just in love with their way to prepare food for us and food obviously.
I like also they organize so many trip during our journey and free time, I’ve been visiting Water fall, temples, during the 200 hours was a special time in India where every evening they were celebrating on the Ganga River so they let us see even this.
The area around here is peaceful and perfect for relaxing, study, practice asanas, meditation, Pranayama and all the practice about Yoga, everything is green around in the middle of nature, in the silence of nature, here there is everything you need. In few minutes you are in the city close to Laxman Jhula bridge. Here I’ve decide to stay 300 hours more so I recommend you this school 100%!!
Anonymous
from Germany, August 2019
"200h yttc"
I did the 200h yttc at the yvm school. As especially positiv aspects I would put in two things:
Especially great was the dedication that Lalit (who does basically all the bookingmanagement, trip and class organisation, teaching, up to checking your room, getting you towels, taxis ...) puts into his work. I honestly believe that this place would fall apart if he wouldn’t be there. He is the most loving guy, who will take care of every need you have in an instance. Thank you again Lalit Ji.
Secondly our yoga anatomy teacher Praful Upadhyay. He is by far the best teacher I have ever had. And I know that most people in my course feel that way. The only downside was that we didn’t have him in more subjects. (Let him do Meditation!!!!!)
Paymahn Moghadasian
from India, August 2019
"Low value schooling"
The food was probably the best part of the school. It was varied and made fresh every meal.
The pranayama class was probably the best run class. We covered many types of pranayama and practiced a lot. The yoga classes were good too but the teacher wasn't inspiring which made it hard to perform in difficult flows and poses.
Emi Hattori
from Japan, August 2019
"Super good experience! "
Everything!
Environment, people, teacher, food, culture and class.
It was sooo happy life and experience all day yoga. Precious experience!!!!
Jessica Kollar
from United States, August 2019
"The single greatest experience of my life"
Coming to Yoga Vidya Mandiram was the best thing I've ever done for myself. It has become a second home to me, full of the most wonderful and kind people I have ever met. If you're looking for your tribe, look no further. The teachers, the kitchen staff, the office, the students - everyone is absolutely amazing. It's quite hard to break down into parts the best things about this place. Yes, the food is fantastic, the classes are amazing, and the people are kind - but those are just the sum of it's parts. There's an ineffable quality to this place that cannot be captured in words. It is truly exceptional. Thank you YVM for one of the greatest experiences of my life ️
Jyoti Srivastava
from Switzerland, August 2019
"Humbled by genuine traditional yoga teachings"
I enjoyed the entire experience and especially to learn more about the yoga philosophy and traditions from skilled teachers from Indian yogic backgrounds
Jyoti Patel
from India, August 2019
"3 days Yoga retreat in Rishikesh"
I had booked 3 days Yoga retreat session and had an amazing experience..the sessions were led by well qualified instructors like Pooja hi, Manish ji, Nan Danji and Piyush ji. The manager Lalit ji was quite helpful. Would definitely recommend the place..to everyone to destress and connect to your roots.
Dan Mark
from Taiwan, August 2019
"Yoga Vidya Mandiram, a beautiful exerience!"
The location is absolutely gorgeous. Nestled in the mountains just above Rishikesh, you are away from the hustle and bustle, but you also have convenient access to the city.
The instructors and staff are all highly professional, friendly, and helpful.
Anonymous
from India, August 2019
"Utterly Relaxing"
I loved how simple and organized this retreat was. One more day would’ve been ideal, you are just getting into the routine and then it’s over! I’d come back here in a heartbeat. Everyone knows what they are doing and I’ve never felt more relaxed. Learned a little about myself too.
Briana Robertori
from United States, August 2019
"Yoga Vidya Mandiram Review"
I enjoyed all aspects of the retreat:
-The classes and teachings (yoga asana, meditation, philosophy,)
- The high quality and experiential nature of the instruction
- the attentiveness of the instructors (especially the asana instruction: the teacher was attuned to the class and the individual needs of the students for adjustments or for being hands off).
- the community of other students in the program (it was a very international crowd)
- the food, which was delicious, fresh, light, and trustworthy.
- the staff were so genuine, kind, and intelligent. The quality of the teaching was very high.
- the
Nikunj Singh
from India, August 2019
"Need to come back again"
Learnt the foundations of yoga, the connection between body and mind. How we are collectively doing so many things wrong and need to start living in a way that is in resonance with nature.
Annei Trinquelle
from Guadeloupe, July 2019
"Un enseignement avec du cœur "
Un cadre hors de l’agitation, une équipe qui fait tout pour répondre à vos attentes, un enseignement de qualité qui s’inspire de la tradition des yogis de l’Himalaya. On ne se contente pas de faire du yoga mais on apprend toute la philosophie qui va avec.
Akshita Batra
from United States, July 2019
"Amazing and grounding Experience"
The 3-day program was designed to give a quick capsule of Yoga Retreat Experience and YogaMandirm did the best. I wish I had more time to spend. I will definitely go back.
I went with my parents and 2 aunts, near 60 years, Yoga Mandiram team was so supportive and understanding regarding the needs of my family.
There were a variety of classes and each class brought a new experience which we all thoroughly enjoyed. Teachers were empathetic to the needs of different students, giving variations in asanas and adjusting as needed. Teachers were so humble, patient and polite.
Regarding location, it is in the lap of greenery which was a real treat to my soul and eyes.
Regarding facilities, they provided very pure and clean food. It was apt for the setting. Cottages for 3 days retreat were also great. They have different accommodation settings for different programs, so can't comment on all.
Simply put, I loved the experience. Would highly recommend. cheers!
<3 <3 <3
Emily Murren
from Australia, July 2019
"Magical experience with expert training in great location"
I instantly felt at ease and at home at YVM. The teaching was incredible, in particular Sandeep who taught us Yoga Philosophy. Lalit and the team went out of their way to make every day valuable and packed full of learning, and a sprinkle of truly memorable experiences that were fantastic. The food is also so delicious and varied, with great . I had a complete detox and loved the vegetarian diet.
Shubham Paramhans
from India, July 2019
"Value for money and time!"
I really liked the place and its vibes.
All instructors were really friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay.
Location of ashram is lovely! Away from traffic but near to center.
Lush green campus was apple of eye. Overall it was a really great experience and eye opener of me!
Anonymous
from India, July 2019
The place ,food ,teacher every thing was awesome
Anonymous
from India, July 2019
"Worth to experience!"
High qualifications of all staff, interesting classes, delicious food and good location were enough to make our experience in India memorable.
100% recommended 3 days yoga retreat!
Tamara Hinsley
from India, July 2019
"Amazing 3 day journey "
How well everything was explained. The structure of days was perfect and feel like I have come away with a wider and better knowledge of yoga and meditation.
Camille Calzada
from Mexico, July 2019
"Amazing experience"
One of the best experiences I've ever had. My goal was to improve my personal practice, and to have the possibility of teaching later with the certificate. But I take much much more, the place allows you to internalize, to know through philosophy what yoga really is. Teachers and owners are coherent with their teachings and their lifestyle. The staff delivers the heart, especially Lalit Ji. The food is delicious and highly variated. I recommend Yoga Vidya Mandiram for a life time experience, the location is also amazing because you get a very peaceful environment but nearby Tapovan to experience Indian culture.
Angelique Sabine
from Great Britain, June 2019
"Amazing experience at YVM."
Lalit Kumar was a fantastic host that catered for every need. The school is warm, friendly and nothing is too much trouble. They really are dedicated to making your experience a wonderful one. The teaching staff were incredible. They not only teach the curriculum but also go beyond to share their own interests when appropriate. The tutors are also always available for additional teaching if required, they really go the extra mile and it is clear they are very passionate about their subjects. The school is also perfectly located, a short walk from busy Rishekesh in a calm and peaceful area. The food is nutricious, tasty and fresh. The accommodation is basic but clean and there is always someone available to assist with any problems if they arrive. All in all I was delighted to stay here and learn. I would recommend to anyone and will return!
Priyanka Saxena
from India, June 2019
"Find solace through Yoga practice and meditation "
The most important aspect is the courteousness and helpful attitude of the entire staff including the instructors. Secondly, the environment for learning is just perfect. Thirdly, the mix of the participants, which includes both foreign and Indian participants is highly enriching and beneficial for all to learn new facets of life.
The patience and professionalism displayed by the instructors specially Guru Sukhmeet ji (for Pranayama and Relaxation/Meditation) and Rahul ji (for hatha Yoga/Ashtanga Yoga) was outstanding. It created the spark to continue the practice of yoga.
l Having vegan meals was most nourishing and a great experience for me - which was the first time ever. The availability of instructors during meal times and their openness to initiate informal discussions was extremely helpful.
Overall an enriching and a great experience.
Alba Teixidor
from Spain, June 2019
"La mejor experiencia de mi vida"
Vine a hacer un curso de yoga (TTC 200) y me llevo un curso de vida. Ha sido una de las mejores experiencias de mi vida. El staff es increíble, te ayudan en todo lo que necesites, absolutamente todo, desde Lalit, que es como dios (allá donde vas está él, allá donde necesitas algo está él, siempre atento y ayudando), hasta los profesores, el staff de la cocina, Hope y Chandramani (y Roni y Chapati, claro, parte de la familia también). Son una familia y así te hacen sentir parte de ella. Las clases han sido de una calidad excelente, con una profundidad enorme, que va más allá de ponerte sobre tu mat a hacer asanas. Una recomendación: llega con la mente y el corazón abiertos.
Vivek Pankaj
from India, June 2019
"ALL IS WELL"
EXCELLENT AND WARM PEOPLE.
Sabri Nurhan Sabri
from India, June 2019
"What an amazing and lovely experience"
We really enjoyed our stay from beginning to end. Everything was fantastic, organised, calm, relaxing, clean, professional and so positive. Wished we stayed many more days and hopefully some day we will! Thank you to all the teachers whose names we haven't mentioned and to Lalit Ji! Namaste!
Alyssa Maschak
from United States, June 2019
"Love & Light"
Everything was communicated clearly from the moment that I booked! Lalit is so helpful and willing to answer any and all questions that I had prior to arriving and made me feel right at home when I got to Yoga Vidya Mandiram. Chandramani made the first day relaxed for me to get settled in. I am thoroughly pleased with all of the knowledge that was attained through the 500 hour course and I would reccomend it to anyone seeking to share the same amazing experiences!
Helen Shorthouse
from India, June 2019
"Peaceful place to have a retreat "
I did the 7 day yoga / meditation retreat at the end of May.
YVM is set in a beautiful area just above the main throng so is peaceful and must be one of the best locations in Rishikesh to do yoga.
I really like the schools approach to yoga which is a holistic one - its not about the ‘perfect ‘ pose and it’s not all about the asanas but I also enjoyed the pranayama and meditation sessions. Even neti was surprisingly fun!
Although I was officially the only one on the yoga retreat I did most classes with someone on the 50 hour course and the meals and trip were with people on the teacher training so that made it fun.
The teachers were great and Lalit was super responsive and helpful.
Bengu Kaptanoglu
from Kuwait, May 2019
"All our instructors were absolutely great"
I loved every minute of my stay from my pick up at Dehradun Airport till my drop off. It was such a great experience; friendly and helpful staff, all very knowledgeable instructors, great location, peaceful and very spritual place to stay ❤️
Anonymous
from India, May 2019
"Strong, but no stretch!"
I very much enjoyed the welcome fire ceremony and the food was amazing! It was lovely to sit and eat together with all the participants and discuss what everyone had been doing.
The staff were very knowledgable and friendly, and they modified sessions to suit abilities - but there were a few too many sessions per day for me as a newbie.
Jasmin Schut
from Germany, May 2019
"Perfect Yoga Time in Rishikesh"
- so incredible friendly, warm-hearted people
- loved the Sunday activities that brought all course members even more together as a team
- the location of the yoga studio and the hotel is amazing - fresh air, wonderful atmosphere
- food was always fresh, really yummy and vegetarian and the cook even prepared always a vegan alternative, you could really taste that the cook prepared the food with loads of love
- for me it was the perfect time in India, if I did not have to return back to Germany I would have stayed longer in Rishikesh at Yoga Vidya Mandiram :-)
Rachel Lombard
from Spain, April 2019
"Life changing experience"
I loved the training itselft, I thought it was really complete and the teachers were great.
The place is nice because it is not too noisy as it is further in the mountain. The food was great which is important. I liked all activities we also did. All the staff is amazingly nice and helpful.
Angelic Gong
from Sri Lanka, April 2019
"New found love"
I am a beginner to Yoga and this place gave me so much perspective. All lecturers including guest lectures were amazing, Highly recommended
Anonymous
from Portugal, April 2019
"Amazing experience in Vidya Mandiram!"
We had an amazing experience during the 3 day retreat. The room was clean and spacious. The Yoga teachers (hatha/ashtanga/ meditation) had been exceptional and very professional.
And the food is SUPERB!
I wish I had scheduled more time!
Thanks for the amazing experience. We will definitely come back!
Anonymous
from Australia, April 2019
I loved the simple humble life offered at this retreat.
Anonymous
from India, April 2019
"Was okay, depends if you do the short 3-day retreat or not"
Lalit is lovely, the kitchen staff are lovely, the instructors are lovely. The food is awesome. The rooms are very clean, super comfortable (some of the cleanest I’ve seen in India). No complaints there. The location is awesome, slightly away from the Main Street but still very close to Tapovan.
Adele Thomas
from Nepal, April 2019
"Great 3 day mini retreat"
I met wonderful people while on the 3 day mini retreat. I really enjoyed the yoga and learning the philosophy and Ayurveda. Could have stayed longer.
The accomadation was some of the best I had in india over the 5 weeks I was travelling!
Mariya Osipova
from Israel, April 2019
"Peaceful Place"
I did here 50-hour TTC. It's a lovely place, very peaceful and green. The staff was kind and helpful. The teachers were professional. The food was very tasty and healthy. I didn't feel that I miss something.
It's a perfect place to detach from all the thoughts and devote some time to yourself.
Chiara Colombo
from Indonesia, April 2019
"Relaxing few days with amazing food!"
Everything was absolutely amazing! Everyone was super welcoming. I only did a 3 day retreat as opposed to teacher training and I really enjoyed my time and felt pampered and focused. The classes were good, the space is lovely with lots of green around and is quiet, away from the main busy bit of the town. The food was incredible, always different and more than filling and healthy! Definitely not too spicy, so also good for newcomers to India. I shared a twin room with another girl and it was lovely, clean and the hot shower was perfect!
Marija Godes
from Netherlands, April 2019
"priceless experience"
The last 2 months that i spend here were a really valuable gift that i take for the rest of my life. it is really amazing to go home with all this new knowledge and friendships that i gained and made here. I thank lalit for the fact that he is always ready to help where ever he can and always with a smile. Dr praveen, who is an amazing doctor and friend and always in for a joke. Both are welcome in my county! Thanks to all the amazing teachers, sandeep for his wise knowledge. Vivek, I still dont understand how all this knowledge about asanas fits in his head! The food was really good. Jashpal and his staff were always helpfull with special requests. The room was good. Building clean and well maintained. Bahut danyewat!!!
James Torres
from United States, March 2019
"Super cool spot "
I loved the food, location and variety of classes. Close to town and good communication from staff
Eleanor Wiles
from Vietnam, March 2019
"A very positive experience"
Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful and felt like a retreat from the busy noisy town.
The staff were ALL kind, helpful, generous and welcoming. Lalit in particular was tirelessly available for everybody all the time and nothing was any trouble for him. Lalit and Chandra (guru-ji) made the place feel like home. Amazing food from Yashpal and his lovely team in the kitchen. I learnt so much from the yoga, philosophy, anatomy, pranayama classes. I was really happy with my room and the accommodation in general. I would love to come back. As a final note, the compassion of the staff here towards animals is something that resonated with me and made the experience all the more special.
Melanie Cadavid Nieto
from United States, March 2019
"Excelente experiencia"
Estudiar las 500h YTT en Vidya Mandiram fue una experiencia muy enrequecidora, en la que aprendi mucho, cada dia.
Todo el equipo es excelente, siemper muy bien atendida y pendientes de todo. Todos los profesores son muy profesionales y transmiten mucho.
Anonymous
from United States, March 2019
"Amazing experiences "
Nice quite location.
The food was amazing
All the teachers are so kind and professional
I would like to come again definitely!!
Lalit ji is so kind and nice 👍🏻
Ashleigh Mcconnell
from Great Britain, March 2019
"AMAZING EXPERIENCE HIGHLY RECOMMEND "
the locations is amazing. You get a sense of freedom straight away being in the mountains surrounded by animals. The teachers go above and beyond to help you with anything you need. Food was amazing and accommodation was fab. No words would do this place justice how peaceful and calm you feel. I have learned loads not only about yoga but about myself too.
Danuta Twarog
from Poland, March 2019
"Excelent place to learn yoga"
I like fact, that they teach you postures, how to breath, how to meditate, also they provide knowledge about yoga philosophy and anatomy. Really I got more then I expected :) And I think the best recomendation will be that after my 50h course I want back for 200h course ;)
Sina Tammena
from Germany, March 2019
"perfect retreat"
everything:-)
Jessie Bojanovich
from United States, February 2019
I did the 200 hr trc. Everything was perfect, couldn't ask for any better school. The teachers were amazing all of them, they absolutely knew what they were teaching. The staff amazing as well, whenever you needed something or have any questions they were available 24/7 for you. The accommodation were clean and comfortable, the people in the kitchen are amazing! If you need any special diet they will do it for you. The school is away from all the noise so it was good for meditation and concentration. The overall experience was really beautiful, will definitely come back for my 500 hs
Anne-claire Lefèvre
from United States, February 2019
"La retraite de 3 jours dure 2 jours... "
L'endroit est sympathique, plutôt calme car en retrait (bien que des travaux un peu partout...) et l'équipe a à cœur de vous faire passer un bon moment pendant les repas, surtout Lalit.
J'ai eu la chance de loger dans le bâtiment principal, qui est très confortable.
Danielle Martinak
from India, February 2019
"Wish I signed up for longer than 3 days..."
I really enjoyed this holistic immersion into "yoga" which goes beyond just the exercise western cultures have come to know. The importance of breath work, healthy eating, and getting to know oneself. Great instructors and great food. Hope to come back again soon!
Andrew Cleaver
from United States, February 2019
"Wonderfully intense yoga training "
It is an experience difficult to place in words. I would encourage anyone looking at Rishikesh to stay with this brilliant group of individuals. They were accommodating at every turn, overly kind and warm hearted and ensured the safety, health and happiness of each person who was there. The food was unbelievablely good, all vegetarian and always changing, such great variety and flavor. The teacher quality was beyond what I expected and the knowledge gained was well worth the overall cost. I studied the 200 hour course and am grateful for all the dedication and hard work from the whole staff.
Sangeeta Ramdahen
from Great Britain, February 2019
"All I could have wished for!"
The teachers are warm generous and very knowledgeable Vivek-Ji our asana instructor was good humoured and made every class challenging yet so informative. Sandeepji’s Philosophy was inspiring his meditation sessions had depth and emotion ,Pooja’s patiently taught us Pranayama. The course is intense the days long and you must be ready to work hard.Lalit Ji as site manager was always supportive and immediately responded to any needs we called him superman! The compassion of this team made all 16 of us feel safe and cared for- a home from home. The kitchen crew made fanatastic vegetarian and vegan meals and adapted to all needs there were also 3 cafes/restaurants on site. Several spas in 5 minutes distance and cheap laundry service 7p per piece! The Gardens are tranquil set away from the busy town yet just 10-15 minutes walk to markets banks and pharmacies-also when one of our group fell ill Lalit personally took to her to the hospital, he arranged safe money exchanges taxis etc. It says much that we were all tearful on our final day. YVM is wonderful Lalitji is the pin that holds it all together he also arranged excursions on are Sundays off-and we all are grateful to everyone for making our yoga teacher training such a great experience.
Deepti Deshpande
from United States, January 2019
The whole experience at Yoga Vidya Mandiram was wonderful! Location is perfect surrounded by the mountains. I learnt a lot more about yoga and meditation through the teachers and at yoga classes here. Food was amazing and everyone is really very responsive, helpful and friendly to talk to! I will be definitely going back here for learning more and highly recommend this yoga retreat to everyone :)
Joana Hoxha
from Switzerland, January 2019
"Best place and teachers to start my Yoga Journey with!"
Flexibility and helpfulness of the teachers and variety of yoga and meditation lessons. As well the cultural program around the lessons.
Yoga with Shakira
from Malaysia, January 2019
"Great and humbling learning journey"
Yoga Vidya Mandiram was (probably still is) undergoing changes in management when I was there (December 2018). The teachers that my batch had was different than the ones stated in the website. We had Vivek Kalura for our yoga postures and asana (he is very knowledgeable in his field and very hands on on his teaching methods), Priya Pooja for our pranayama (she is average in this field) and for our yoga anatomy (she is not knowledgeable enough and I find her teaching methods and sequencing unsatisfactory. For example, she kept from teaching us musculoskeletal until the very last week, and started with respiratory and digestive systems in the first 2 weeks. I think we could grasp our yoga postures and asana classes more had we have been introduced to musculoskeletal in the beginning).
We had Onit ji who has already left the school for our meditation and mantra recitation (he is the absolute best) and Sandeep ji for our yoga philosophy. Lalit ji was our caretaker, and he really went above and beyond to help make things easier for us. For example, Jet Airways lost my baggage and I only got it on my 7th day being in Rishikesh, Lalit was the one who was contacting the airline and he would update me every day. He has such a kind heart.
Location and food : average, but do be prepared with warm clothing if you come during winter (December). Winter in Indian mountains comes without indoor heating and 24/7 running hot water.
Alison Reed
from United States, January 2019
It was a really great experience! The food was delicious and I liked eating communally with the more advanced students so we could all get to know each other and I could learn things from them as well. The location is gorgeous and very relaxing. I was a bit nervous, because I was not very experienced in yoga, and I'm not very stong yet, but the teachers were very good with providing challenges to more advanced students and modifications for beginners like me.
I'd recommend this school for any level of student, and for people who are interested in learning more about meditation and traditional aspects of yoga that are sometimes overlooked by other schools. The teachers are very knowledgeable and kind and the staff is so friendly and caring. A truly unforgettable experience. ♥️
Anonymous
from South Africa, January 2019
"Life changing and beyond expectations "
Everything
Heidi Eriksen
from India, January 2019
I loved everything about it🤗
Hannah Dunne
from Australia, December 2018
Yoga Vidya Mandiram was an incredible place to complete the 200 hr YTT. It has soul and authenticity and if you’re open to it, it has all the accessibility to deepen your practice and understanding of yoga and of self. Onit and Lalit went above and beyond to assist with any requests and were generous with their time and knowledge. The surroundings were sensational and provided a great base to explore Rishikesh or the villages around. The food was delicious and abundant. There was little left to be desired and an enormous amount to be thankful for during my time here.
Sina Linnemann
from India, December 2018
"Magical experience "
Couldn't have been any better!
Maria Koonek Rodriguez
from Australia, December 2018
"The best Yoga experience"
The best yoga experience I could have imagined. The location it’s perfect; a bit hidden (which I loved) tranquil little neighbourhood quiet and peaceful enough to let you enjoy the program but very close to the Center.
The views are breathtaking and the playful monkeys are just another part of the charm.
The instructors are very professional and friendly. The program is complete and well organised, covering different areas including practice and theory. You are constantly learning and feel the improvements every day.
The food is so delicious, I’d say the best I had in India after travelling a month :)
We met very nice people, the atmosphere is so peaceful and inviting.
We even had a group trip to the holy cave , it was awesome.
Lalit is the best, such a lovely person, always with a smile , he was in every little detail to make our experience even better. He also took us to Trayambakeshwar temple and gave us a little tour , fantastic.
Thanks so much Lalit 🙏
Overall I had the best experience and I would happy recommend this Ashram.
Elaine Bennett
from Great Britain, November 2018
"I had the most wonderful time. I didn’t want to leave. "
The place, the people made it very very special. The atmosphere of relax and happiness. The training was amazing and I learnt so much in such a short time. I will take away the things I have learnt.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Anonymous
from France, November 2018
"Lovely people, would do it all over again! "
I did the 200 hour TTC in Chiangmai in October 2018. Things I like: Dedicated and knowledgeable teachers, well designed and holistic course, thorough materials, care into every aspect of our stay, thank you!
Anonymous
from Poland, November 2018
Everything was amazing: instructors, classes, place and food. Also additional sight seeing trips. Exceptional engagement of staff. Wonderful experience.
Joakim Tornberg
from India, November 2018
"Yoga Beginner"
Great start of my Yoga-journey. Very friendly trainers, leaders and staff. Good atmosphere and nice people. The 3 day course was a nice introduction to the yoga universe, I wish I had time to stay longer. My partner (who also joined) is gluten intolerant and the school staff had no problem in accommodating to this when preparing all meals for us.
Andrew Love
from United States, November 2018
"Wonderful "
This place was absolutely incredible. You have access to amazing instruction, wonderful food, and the beautiful Himalayas. Would recommend to anyone.
Dahiana Green
from United States, October 2018
"IF SEEKING INWARD AND REAL AWAKENING TOOLS...THIS IS FOR YOU"
I especially like the knowledge distributed with love and respect.
the instructors were humble in there teaching and were giving away information, knowledge, tips, and much more else, with so much love and care.
The location is exceptional and calls to look inward, it is dense and the staff there are lovely and really caring.
The difference class was rich in knowledge and deep, I learn a lot from the history of yoga in a Vedic point of view and took all the supplement information and book references the teacher gave to us.
Thank you All for a great soul experience.
Blessings,
Dahiana
Rachel Lynn
from Australia, October 2018
"Excellent teaching and location, great experience"
Very knowledgeable teachers, great staff kitchen and management team with nice location and garden. I feel a really good well rounded course was offered that comprehensively covered the different components of yoga
Elton Bezuidenhout
from South Africa, October 2018
"3 day meditation "
The instructors were knowledgeable and went out of their way to make you feel at home. They were professional and intuitively pitched the course material and class to accommodate both beginner and advance yogi alike. The opening ceremony was beautiful and interactive, sadly I missed the closing ceremony due to an early train I was booked on. I enjoyed my stay and missed the serenity instantly once I arrived in Delhi. The trip to the Aarti will be a lifelong memory that I will cherish. The food was amazing and the people I encountered were delightful! There was sufficient time to plan activities which I loved. I cannot wait to experience another workshop here hopefully soon, soon as I definitely will be back. PS I booked a private room.
Anonymous
from Germany, October 2018
"Short Stay in a very magical Place"
staying at Yoga Vidya Mandiram is so magical and calming and earthing and everything that you'd be looking for. I really enjoyed the warm welcome and the purity and honesty of the place and the people.
Eva Chen
from Thailand, October 2018
"AWESOME EXPERIENCE !"
The location is good , the trip is excellent! the teaching is very good, the food is delicious, everything is good, i love it so much! hope there will be another chance to be joined it .
Ben Street
from Great Britain, September 2018
"Very high standard of teaching and delicious food"
The quality of the teaching really stood out... Patient and catering to all levels. The food was varied and delicious and the location was beautiful.
Elise Benkard
from United States, September 2018
"Outstanding experience"
My entire experience was far better than I could have ever expected. The teachers were all dedicated, smart, approachable and I learned a lot in the three weeks that I was there. The food was amazing! Onit is a very kind special person who quietly looked after each and every one of us - he took us on fabulous excursions in our free time and made sure that we got to know the local culture. They took care of everyone’s needs. In a relatively short time In addition to an education and a certificate I’ve gained a second family. Thank you Yoga Vidyam Mandiram!
Ankita Sharma
from United States, September 2018
"Excellent beginning to the journey of finding yourself"
I liked the Hatha yoga and ashtanga vinaya teacher very much ( Mr Manish and his wife), very patient and professional. Mr. Piyush, took the much needed session of relaxation Meditation after the long challenging day each time giving us a beautiful ending to the class.I am impressed with knowledge Mr Onit had about his field, Miss Pooja was too helpful in delivering the knowledge about body anatomy and Mr. Chandramani explanation about yoga philosophy was too helpful. The kitchen staff was also very friendly.Overall it was a life changing experience and one must go for it. It is something you would like go deeper and deeper each day.
Clara Charlotte
from France, September 2018
"Explorer le yogi qui est en vous "
Les qualités des cours était au top, Rishikesh est une ville pleine de surprises, allez a la découverte des temple et des ashram. La cuisine servie était délicieuse. L'équipe sur place est très attentionnée, extrêmement gentille, en cas de soucis vous pouvez compter sur eux!!
Unay Casquero
from Spain, August 2018
"Awesome experience"
Me ha encantado todo! La experiencia ha sido inolvidable! Tome el curso de 3 durante mi viaje de 15 dias por India Norte y desde luego fue la
mejor decision. Me permitió introducirme aun mas en su cultura, practicar y aprender mas sobre el yoga y la meditacion, conocer a gente super interesante de todo el mundo y comer platos DELICIOSOS. Desde luego me hubiera gustado quedarme algun dia mas. Me ayudaron desde el principio con todo y cuidaron cada detalles. 100% recomendable!
Joan Gass
from India, August 2018
"Wonderful reflective time in secluded retreat center"
i) The staff was so friendly. Made sure my cab was on time, saw me off at 4:30am, checked on me when I was sick. REALLY really incredible.
ii) I've done some yoga, but I also absolutely loved the mantras, breathing practice, and intro to meditation - things I'm less familiar with.
iii) The food was really delicious. Our group had one night where we (self prompted) practiced mindful eating and the flavors are so delicious.
iv) There are monkeys. Everywhere. They are such daredevils and so fun to watch!
Anibal Fonrodona
from India, July 2018
"Amazing course experience but bad quality food and hotel"
The teachers are really good. The classes are magical. At the end Onit was my angel and he try to do your best for solve all problems
Josephine Haddrick
from United States, July 2018
The instructors were friendly, knowledgeable and tried to help when you had an issue. The food was mostly tasty and there were lots of activities provided.
Ariel Rubens
from Indonesia, June 2018
"500-Hour YTT"
This experience changed, improved, and cleansed my life.
Thank you Yoga Vidya Mandiram for everything you have gifted me.
Alaa Elhag
from Norway, June 2018
"Unforgettable Experience"
I loved everything about my training and stay with Yoga Vidya Mandiram. It was the people, the teachers, the coordinators, the workers, the kitchen staff that really impressed me. Everyone was doing their job with extreme passion, they went over and beyond to ensure we had the best experience, and I appreciate everything they have done for us.
The teaching was impeccable. I couldn't have imagined it any bette than this. The teachers were so dedicated and knowledgable.
Larissa Jane Kessler
from Switzerland, May 2018
"Had an amazing time - thank xou so much!"
The whole schedule/programme was fantastic. Starting with chanting and pranayama in the morning and ending the day with relaxation and meditation is amazing. The teachers are really professional and they are open for all questions. Furthermore when you get sick, they take care of you and will try to do everything to get over your sickness. Classes are small and the longer you stay the smaller the classes will get which is amazing. At the end we were only 3 people left for the 500h YTT which was amazing. The facility is beautiful too and even you are close to everything it is quiet and doing yoga in that huge garden in the morning is adorable. I had the feeling that other schools didn't have that. The food is really delicious and it changes all the time.
I really recommend yoga vidya mandira! Namaste!
Amit Dhyani
from India, April 2018
"Amazing "
Yoga Teacher Sudhirji and his team is full of energy, and share knowledge in interesting manner.
Nice and clean accomodation with great view of mountains.
Meals and service provided by the Cooks is very balanced,nutritious and tasty. Also, they provide variety in the meals on everyday basis.Tourist can access organic store in walking distance if they require anything particular.
Overall it's a great place.
Dhanyawad to all
Juliette Chillet
from United States, April 2018
I've been so lucky to have two (in four teachers) really extraordinary teachers that learnt me a lot and shared a very complete training.
The place where the school is in rishikesh is really great and peaceful and the hostel and kitchen's staff are totally amazing.
Johanna Scott
from India, March 2018
Understanding the psychology of yoga and more on the “why” as opposed to just knowing it’s good and learning the practical side.
Dana Recknagel
from Germany, March 2018
"Just great!!!"
Since I came to yoga vidra mandiram i felt so comfortable and welcome at this place...it felt like 'coming home' (after my travelling)with the familiar atmosphere and wonderful energy there. Onit was so awesome helpful with everything and took care that everyone is alright. The food was wonderful and the teachers and all staff just awesome. I had a one week training and can just recommend that place and bet you dont wanna leave anymore since you came here :) enjoy and youll have a wonderful time here.
Abril Scibona
from Brazil, March 2018
"Imperdible"
Realicé esta experiencia con mi pareja.. principalmente por curiosidad, nunca habíamos practicado yoga antes y ahora estamos muy entusiasmados con seguir aprendiendo. Las lecciones son muy buenas y Onit, el coordinador es un gran ser. Estuvo abierto a responder todas nuestras dudas, incluso algunas sobre su cultura. Fue una experiencia muy enriquecedora, ojalá podamos volver y quedarnos más días.
Karen Gibson
from Great Britain, March 2018
"Great experience! "
A welcoming, friendly retreat in lovely surroundings.
Caroline Legind-hansen Taarup
from Denmark, February 2018
"Great week in Rishikesh "
I loved my week here!! Great people, teachers, accommodation, classes and food. Also the groups aren’t very big which is a perfect way to learn the most. Everyone should go here
Pratik Kedia
from India, January 2018
"Perfect 3 days of peace"
Got to learn so much about what I was doing wrong all this time and why I could not concentrate while meditating.
Cornelie Tollens
from Netherlands, January 2018
"A very special place!"
I really enjoyed the lectures and learned so much. My room was nice and the food delicious. Its a very special place with lovely people who are working so hard to made it special for me. Definitely recommandable!
Saurabh Chaurasia
from India, January 2018
"They are very amazing. It felt me that I am with my family. "
Teachers are very knowledgeful and supportive. Teachers are always ready to help in any situation. And method of teaching is awesome here. Even the staff here who cock foods is also very kind hearted. I spent here a nice time.
Mathieu Fustec
from France, December 2017
"Best in rishikesh"
Small course (less than 15 as a rule, we were 5) with a very human feel. Amazing teachers and people helped making this course a great experience in yoga and beyond. Everybody was always willing to help whether the matter was trivial, practical, or spiritual. I felt among friends and even though I learned a lot and improved greatly in my practice, the impact on my life is what I’ll remember. Get involved as the more you interact with the team the more you’ll get out of it. Cost also includes excursions. I would go back here to further my training. Highly recommended.
Anna Abildtrup Jensen
from Denmark, December 2017
The time in vidya Mandi ram was absolutely amazing the teachers are so knowledgeable and all so compassionate about yoga and the yogic lifestyle and just want to share. You really learn a lot and they are always there to help if anything is wrong. Amazing. Highly recommend.
Anne Dybevaag
from Norway, December 2017
"Nice place, Enjoy"
Very good instructors, nice place, healthy vegetarian food, short distance to everything, excellent program, learned much, feels like "home"
Anonymous
from Germany, November 2017
"50 hours Yoga Teacher Training"
I had a great first experience during the 50 hours YTT at Yoga Vidya Mandiram including both the 50 hours Yoga Teacher Training and my first time living in India.
Director Sudhir always assured that all students had everything they needed including both Yoga Teacher Training, accommodation, food and any other needs that might arise during the stay. Onit, part of the team& a yoga teacher in the near future was supporting us the students in everything we could think of, from a safe airport pick up to advises where to buy what at a reasonable prize.
The Yoga teachers had an amazing in-depth knowledge about Yoga and were willing to share all information with us students. I have learned amazing and surprising facts about Yoga and I would have wished to learn more. The training is intense, so if you expect holidays you might rather opt for a Yoga retreat which is also offered by this school. The training starts at 6 am and ends mostly at 9 am. So you have a full day of learning.
As I was sick during the stay (respiratory infection) everyone took so very well care of me. Even a colleague had to go to hospital once and we did not have to worry about anything, the Director and the team managed everything that we needed to get better as soon as possible.
Sundays the school organises very nice and interesting trips. We had the opportunity to visit an evening ceremony in Haridwar at the Ganga, which I really enjoyed.
I felt very safe and very well taken care of thoughout my stay.
Emily Holloway
from France, October 2017
"My experience at Yoga Vidya Mandiram "
There is a lot to share.
They were very welcoming and made us feel at home from day one. The overall feeling was respectful and relaxed. organiser was very flexible and was willing to help in any situation. We were able to discuss as a group to decide on a daily planner, we had this arranged to our needs.
I was sick a few days , and management were there to help on request.
After feeling weak I missed some days of yoga practice. My teacher allowed me to sit in and write notes. This helped a lot. I was able to ask questions and comment on things I would have missed.
We were able to go on trips and discover the locations little. Less then I had hoped, it was exciting to have a lesson somewhere else and discover the land the same time
We were learning. We went on two trips all together.
The grounds of the hotel were nice. There was a small garden to enjoy outside yoga sometimes. We were able to eat breakfast outside before it got too hot.
The hotel it's self is well maintained, with beautiful gardens . You were able to pick your own herbal tea from the garden which I did everyday. Tulsi , lemon grass and mint. It was lovely.
I liked that we were close to everything. It wasn't a long walk to all the nearest shops and great picture perfect views of the Ganga. It was a little loud at night but I got used to it.
Overall my stay was fine and it learnt a lot. It was very overweight all the information. It was a lot to squeeze into 25 days. Would do it again.
Anonymous
from United Arab Emirates, October 2017
"Nice, but I would not advise this school to anyone"
Teachers are well educated and experienced.
Food is ok, not too spicy.
Dina Al Jafari
from Belgium, October 2017
"My spiritual journey in Rishikesh"
I loved the philosophy, meditation and chanting classes. The excruciations were very enriching for the overall experience.
Dorra Aissaoui
from Germany, October 2017
"What an amazing experience!"
We had much more than expected in matter of love, wisdom, knowledge, serenity, yummy food, friendships, ...
Cynthia Vedantham
from United Arab Emirates, October 2017
"If you really want to learn go as a student and open mind "
The teachers are experts in their fields. The yoga teacher Mr Ravinder is excellent. So are all the teachers. Each one knows his subject
Padma Singh
from India, September 2017
"Very interesting"
The teachers were very good and were very well versed with their subject knowledge which was imparted to me with out any inhabitants.
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