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Have you been practicing yoga for few years? If yes, you are eligible for 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training. Residential 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh course is Internationally accredited and registered with Yoga Alliance, USA. In this course, we will focus on the traditional teachings of Ancient Hatha Yoga - Patanjali Yoga. This training is perfect for aspiring yoga teachers as well as serious practitioners who just want to develop their own practice and expand their knowledge of yoga. Graduates will have a complex understanding of all aspects of yoga - asana, pranayama, kriya, bandha, meditation, yogic philosophy, anatomy and the art of teaching. This 200 hour yoga teacher training course will provide you with completely new physical and mental experience. Give yourself the opportunity to take your practice to the next level, and feel confident in teaching others, with PIYF’s YTTC!
Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India is a separate institute/organization and bears no resemblance to similar names /organization / institutes in what so manner.
200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India, registered with Yoga Alliance in both USA and Canada, based on the traditional teachings of Ancient Hatha yoga - Patanjali Yoga organized by Patanjali International Yoga Foundation ( PIYF) - RYS 200, 300, 500 Curriculum of PIYF 200 hours YTTC fully covers the international standards of Yoga Alliance USA.
Objective of the training is to physically and mentally prepare the aspiring yoga teachers and serious practitioners to be confident in practicing and teaching by themselves.
PIYF, is registered with Yoga Alliance USA. The 200 Yoga Teacher Training Course includes following:
Ancient Hatha Yoga – Patanjali Yoga (80%)
Yin and Kundalini Yoga
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga (20%)
1. Rishikesh is known as the Yoga Capital of the World.
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Comprehensive Understanding: The program covers all aspects of yoga, providing a deep and holistic understanding that goes beyond physical postures.
New Experiences: Participants often find that the training brings new physical and mental experiences, enhancing their practice and personal growth.
Confidence in Teaching: The course prepares you to teach yoga with confidence, backed by a thorough understanding of the practice and effective teaching methods.
Personal Development: Beyond professional training, the course offers significant personal development, fostering inner peace, self-awareness, and a deeper connection with your inner self.
Patanjali Yoga Foundation stands out for its commitment to authentic and traditional teachings, combined with modern insights. Some unique features of the foundation's YTT include:
Experienced Instructors: The program is led by highly experienced and knowledgeable instructors who are dedicated to providing high-quality education and support.
Authentic Teachings: The curriculum is deeply rooted in the traditional teachings of Patanjali Yoga and Hatha Yoga, ensuring an authentic learning experience.
Supportive Environment: The foundation offers a nurturing and supportive environment, conducive to learning and personal growth. You’ll receive personalized attention and guidance throughout the training.
Extensive Resources: Participants have access to extensive resources, including a library of yoga texts, study materials, and a serene environment for practice and reflection.
Residential Training Experience: The 200-hour YTT at Patanjali Yoga Foundation is a residential program, offering an immersive experience in a supportive and nurturing environment. Living on-site allows you to fully dedicate yourself to the practice and study of yoga without the distractions of daily life.
Daily Schedule: The daily schedule is structured to include yoga practice, lectures, workshops, and personal study time. This routine ensures a balanced approach to learning and practicing yoga.
Community Living: Living in a community of like-minded individuals creates a supportive atmosphere. You’ll build lasting friendships and learn from each other’s experiences.
We do not teach only Hatha & Astanga Vinyasa Yoga. We describe what are the differences & similarities between both practices; for example, the difference between Upward Dog & Bhujangasana, Downward Dog & Mountain Pose, etc.
Our approach includes:
This unique blend of authentic traditional teachings, modern practical insight, and individual attention is what makes PIYF stand apart from other schools.
Kindly, please mind that students check in date would be on the 2nd and check out date would be 24th of the month, to stay before or after the yoga course please contact the administration.
The Yoga Alliance USA and the Canadian Yoga Alliance Canada have set widely-accepted International standards for Yoga Teacher Training programs which includes 100, 200, 300 and 500 hour across five areas of yoga teacher training teachings.
1 – Techniques, 2 – Philosophy, lifestyle and ethics, 3 – Teaching Methodology, 4 – Anatomy and physiology and 5 – Practicum
1) Techniques: Mantra, Suryanaamskar, Yoga Asana, Hathayoga, Astangayoga, Yin Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Shatkriya, Bandha, Pranayama, Dhyana-Meditation
2) Philosophy, Lifestyle and ethics: Yogic Life style, Textbooks
3) Teaching mythology: Learn how to demonstrate and adjust different asanas, observe the class and assist other students.
4) Anatomy and physiology: Physical Anatomy, Subtle Anatomy
5) Practicum
Let’s see how Patanjali International Yoga Foundation (PIYF) Rishikesh India explores these teaching areas in Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh India at the bank of holy Ganga River in the lap of great mountain Himalaya. Let’s see the detail explained:
Mantra is a set of words that consist of specific sounds, vibrations received by ancient yogis, and yoga practitioners which offer a powerful physical, mental and spiritual benefit. There are many kinds of Mantras available for different purposes. You will be learning at Patanjali Yoga Foundation:
You will learn a number of mantras which will take you on the inner journey. They promote healing, vibrations within the body, mind and soul, such as:
The body produces toxins at all times and we need to cleanse our bodies accordingly. Proper cleaning of our organs are very important for good health. These are physical, mental, emotional and spiritual cleansing. In the beginning, yoga practitioners should follow six practices (Sat-Karma) by which they can unblock the channels for higher experiences. With your 200-hour YTTC, you will learn these cleansing practices. You will also learn the basic theory of the following;
The whole universe is made of energy. At all times the energy is converted into matter so that we see the whole universe as what it is. Our physical body is also made of energy and it constantly works with it. With mudra channelize the energy and with bandha we control the energy and prevent it from draining. It helps us manage and maintain the energy. It also is helpful for kundalini awakening.
There are only three Bandhas according to yoga but we will teach you many preparation techniques that will help you perform the bandhas correctly.
Pranayama is the central practice in traditional yoga. Many people misunderstand Pranayama as the breathing practice only, but it is something more. In this class you will learn the secret of pranayama and how it leads us to health, peace, happiness, balance and awakening of kundalini.
We will include the practice for over 8 prana practices which include:
Patanjali Yoga Foundation teaches the traditional ancient style of Hatha Yoga that has been practiced by the Sage Patanjali Himalayan Masters for thousands of years. At our school, you practice according to your strength and flexibility. The main purpose is to attain perfect health and peace of mind. Here is the list of asana series that will be practiced:
The theory is just as important as practicing. Without proper understanding, you cannot do well. Our teachers will teach a base of understanding why, how, when, and what you need to do in an asana class. You must be self-motivated to go deeper into the postures. Here are the some of the theories you will be learning;
In the 20th century, K. pattabhi Jois has developed a modern-day form of classical Indian Yoga called Ashtanga Vinyasa. His teacher Krishnamacharya taught this form which is energetic:
Yin yoga is a slow-paced, passive style of yoga that focuses on holding poses for extended periods, typically 3 to 10 minutes, to target deeper connective tissues like fascia, ligaments, and tendons. Yin yoga aims to improve flexibility, increase range of motion, and promote relaxation by addressing the deeper layers of the body.
Kundalini yoga is a spiritual practice in yoga and tantric traditions focused on awakening the kundalini energy, which is said to be a coiled energy at the base of the spine. This practice uses techniques like chanting, breathing exercises, and repetitive poses to raise the kundalini energy through the chakras, ultimately aiming for a blissful state of samadhi.
Once you stabilize your posture through Asana, cleanse your energy through Pranayama, and control your senses through Pratyahara you will be able to focus your mind. Meditation starts with concentration practices and with our 200-hour YTTC, you will learn great techniques to master the basics by which you can develop a high-level concentration and awareness.
Yoga Nidra (sleep awareness/ psychic sleep) is a journey from a conscious to a superconscious state of awareness. All animals, birds, insects, and humans sleep in the same way, and the experience of sleep also is the same. This state brings oneness and there is a great secret behind all of it. Yoga Nidra practices will take place every day.
Yoga philosophy is the philosophy of life. Just by listening and understanding one can change one's own life. Yoga philosophy does not only exist in Yoga Sutra. There are hundreds of Yogic texts and we will introduce you few important ones such as; Yoga Sutra and Upanishad.
During our 200 Hour YTT Yoga Philosophy will take you a great journey of wisdom.
Yoga Anatomy is one of the most important subjects for yoga teachers. In anatomy classes, you will learn two types of anatomy, physical and spiritual.
Nadi (Energy Channel)
Chakras (Energy Centres)
Kundalini (Prime Energy and Source of All Creativity)
Pancha kosha (5 Layers)
Tri-Guna (Three Attributes)
Correct Yoga Practice its work as Yoga Therapy itself. Yoga therapy is a practice that focuses on your physical, emotional and mental health. The practice uses movement, meditation, relaxation and breathing exercises to help you relax, relieve stress and manage underlying conditions or symptoms in addition to treatment.
Learn how to teach all yoga techniques and how to manage the structure of yoga practice and lessons.
Yoga trainee will learn how to create an effective and intelligent structure and build your class during the training. By the end of the training you would have enough structure, and have the confidence to go forwards on your own.
Yoga Trainee students will learn how to make hands-on adjustments for every pose studied and you will practice with a partner yoga student.
Yoga teacher trainee will learn practice teaching poses one by one as you learn them. We would slowly and intelligently build up to teaching sun salutations and keep adding a little more material until you have built a full class and will feel comfortable teaching it. Throughout this process you are given a lot of support, feedback and encouragement to give you the tools to become a great teacher.
Learning or practicing yoga is not enough to teach. Teaching yoga is an art in which you transform people's lives. A proper teaching methodology will help you with:
As well as we teach to our trainee:
At the end of the course, you will be evaluated and according to that, you will get the certification. Your evaluation will be based on the following:
200 hour yoga teacher training program follows a very tight schedule, with almost 8 to 10 yoga teacher training hours a day assigned to some aspect of yoga, including contact and non-contact hours. You will find the training intensive but enlightening.
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Patanjali Yoga Foundation a profound place for anyone seeking to deepen your yoga practice. I came to Rishikesh looking for a school that would provide a solid foundation for me to build my practice on. I completed 200 hr YTT course. Here I was greeted by a divine ashram staff and amazing teachers that made me feel at home. Guru Dr Jitendra brings an unique cadance and presence in his teachings. Mandeep shares deep wisdom in his phliosphy class, and Novneet Ji teaches in a way that is truly engaging. Laxman Ji was so kind and caring and PandiJi prepared us delicious ayurvedic meals. At PIYF you will gain an abundance of discpline that enhances positive attitudes. You truly learn everything you need to know to share the practice with anyone you wish while also leaving inspired to learn more.
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The above schedules are changeable according to summer or winter weather. Our classes run from Monday to Saturday, Sunday we get a free day from Teaching or on Sunday we would go to excurtion & Sight Seeing.
Experience the Best Accommodation at Patanjali Yoga Foundation (PIYF)
At Patanjali Yoga Foundation (PIYF), we ensure you experience the true essence of a Home Away from Home. We understand how vital your environment is during a yoga teacher training course, so we’ve created a space that offers unmatched comfort. Our accommodations are meant to support your spiritual and physical journey by creating a serene and nurturing atmosphere.
Here’s how we help make that possible:
Comfort and Convenience: Every room is designed with care to make your stay smooth and restful. Whether you prefer a twin-shared room or a private one, modern amenities are available to ensure a pleasant, peaceful experience.
Two Dedicated Buildings: The campus has two separate buildings just two minutes apart. Both are fully equipped with modern facilities to support every aspect of your training needs.
Homely Atmosphere: With a warm and welcoming setting, you can relax more deeply, leave behind distractions, and fully focus on your spiritual development.
Modern Facilities: You’ll find clean, cozy beds and well-kept bathrooms, plus all the essentials to feel at home after a long day of asanas and learning. Every detail is designed for your comfort.
Air Conditioning Available: Limited rooms with air conditioning are available for an extra cost. If you’d like this option, we recommend requesting it at the time of booking.
Note: This is a traditional ashram—not a commercial hotel. Expect a simple, spiritual experience.
“A quiet room and a peaceful heart—this is all you need to begin your transformation.”
We serve 5–7 different dishes per meal, made fresh with proper nutrition and variety. The meals are well-balanced and suited to both Indian and international tastes, with a new menu every day.
Inspired by yogic and Ayurvedic principles, we serve two nourishing meals daily, spaced 8 hours apart. This eating rhythm enhances digestion, boosts vitality, and supports overall wellness.
We provide Satvik meals twice daily along with refreshing herbal tea.
Our school is Situated on the bank of Mother Ganga in the Heart of Tapovan Sarai, near Shivananda asharm post office and Kriya Yoga ashram in Rishikesh india, surrounded by the sacred flow of the Ganges and a rich yogic culture that radiates peace and presence.
“Go where the silence of the mountains meets the song of the river.”
Your course experience comes with a set of beautiful bonus sessions to deepen your spiritual journey and offer moments of joy, reflection, and community. These extras are thoughtfully included at no extra charge.
“Yoga is not just a workout, it’s a work-in.”
“Detach from what is extra. The essentials of growth are always within.”
Overseas payment should be made on behalf of Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Dr. Jitendra Das, using one of the following methods:
The overseas payment transfer charges will be paid by students.
We accept:
In the West, yoga is largely viewed as a form of physical fitness. In India, it is embraced as a holistic science of life.
At Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, we honor the ancient Himalayan lineage, where yoga extends beyond the body to cleanse the mind and awaken the soul.
What makes yoga in India different:
“In the stillness of a serene place, the soul begins to remember its true rhythm.”
Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh is an intensive journey of personal and professional self-development, therefore we have created a course prerequisites that we believe will help to develop better teaching - learning relationship and equal group of students. We highly recommend to all applicants to have at least 3-6 month of regular yoga practice.
The trainee will learn the eight original limbs: Yama, Niyam, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahar, Dharna, Dhyana and Samadhi from Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. As well as seven limbs of Hatha Yoga from Gherand Samhita and their use in modern life-style.
Please observe the following during your stay:
"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment." – Jim Rohn
All forms of harassment to students are unethical, even when a student invites or consents to such involvement. We do not engage in abusive words or actions, or exploitative coercion of students or former students. Harassment is defined as, but not limited to, repeated abusive comments, gestures, to all forms of overt and covert seductive speech, and physical contacts of a sexual nature.
After graduating, you will be ready to:
You’ll leave with more than a certificate — you'll leave with clarity and purpose.
Upon completion of:
You will receive a RYT-200 Hour Yoga certificate, eligible for registration with Yoga Alliance USA.
Graduation includes a short ritual, blessings from your teachers, and group photos to mark this sacred milestone.
We understand life happens. If for any reason you need to leave the course early, here’s what to keep in mind:
Sundays are usually rest and exploration days at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation.
Here’s how you can spend it:
Some days we offer optional workshops — like sound healing, dance or mantra circles.
"Sometimes doing nothing leads to the best something."
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
From beginner to Intermediate Level
Build a strong foundation in yoga with our 200-Hour Beginner Training. learn postures, breathwork, meditation, and teaching skills to start your journey as a certified yoga teacher.
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
From Intermediate to advanced Level
Already completed your 200-Hour YTT? Take the next step with our 300-Hour Intermediate to Advanced Level Training designed to elevate your practice.
500 Hours Yoga Teacher Training
From Beginner to advanced Level
Ready for full immersion? Our 500-Hour Advanced Level YTT blends both 200 and 300 hours for a complete, in-depth experience of Yogic Science.
Yoga and Meditation Retreat
Step away from routine and renew yourself. This Retreat blends asana, pranayama, kriya, and meditation for full-body balance.
Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda
Completed 200-Hour YTT? Deepen your journey with our Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda course—focused on healing and ancient wisdom.
Our faculty is made up of qualified, humble, and deeply experienced Indian yoga masters.
Each teacher brings not only knowledge but compassion and presence.
“The best teaching happens not in words — but in silence shared between hearts.”
Our teachings are rooted in:
We don’t believe in shortcuts. We follow authenticity, dedication, and humility.
“The tradition is not in the book — it is in the breath of the one who lives it.”
Aadi Yogi Lord SHIVA
Shiva is The Highest Auspicious Energy of the Universe. He is the eternal one who gave birth to himself, he has no begining or end. He knows all. He is pure consciousness, the creator of time, all-powerful, all-knowing.
Sage Patanjali
Patanjali describes the third limb of yoga, which is the asana, as "Sthiram, Sukham Asanam" - Mean asana the position should be comfortable and stable, that is all the asana is about. Because "comfort" is such a misused word, maybe a closer word to "sukha" in English would be "ease."
Patanjali Systems
During our trainings we follow the techniques, which are described in Sanskrit sources and textbooks. Following GURUKUL training system with the central point of constant deep connection of the Master and students.
Is a Yoga Alliance Registered School (RYS)
Hosts 200hr, 300hr and 500hr TTCs certified under Yoga Alliance
Follows professional standards for asana, ethics, and teaching hours
Students who wish to pursue further TTC programs can enroll in our Yoga Alliance certified courses.
“Yoga Alliance certifies your knowledge. Only your life certifies your practice.”
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I was looking for an authentic ashram for a retreat in Tapovan when I found Patanjali international Yoga Fondation. Since my first step in I have been welcomed by the director who is also an amazing Guru.
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Why Patanjali International Yoga Foundation?
I didn’t hesitate to enroll here, as it was my sister’s first recommendation. Her positive experience and stay assured me that this was a great choice.
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Amazing experience at patanjali! The room, services and food was just perfect, neat and clean and well lit. I took yoga therapy course and all my teachers Mr Mayank, Dr Das and Shashank Ji are thorough with their subjects.
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With all my heart I want to thank Patanjali Internatiinal Yoga Foundation for wonderful stay and for strong and intensive practice on 300-hours yoga teachers course! My teachers at Russia also completed this course
