Free : Only pickup from Dehradun Airport to PIYF
Free : Sound Healing or Reiki one group session.
Free : One Ayurvedic Massage, one hour.
At Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, this retreat is more than just Yoga classes — it’s a full experience for your body, mind, and soul.
Set in a quiet ashram space in Rishikesh, this retreat gives you a break from your routine life. You learn not only asanas but also breathing, mantra, kriyas and meditation — all as per traditional Indian practice.
People come from around the world to get peace, to disconnect from daily stress, and reconnect to their inner self. You start each morning with mantra chanting and calming breathwork. Then a complete Hatha yoga session. Later, after rest and meals, you join in another yoga class and evening meditation. The rhythm of each day brings your mind and body into balance again.
“Healing begins the moment you stop running from your own breath.”
No high-level experience is needed, but we recommend you have done some yoga before. At least a few months of practice helps to follow the schedule better.
We ask you to come with:
This retreat is a full yogic experience. You’ll get to live in a proper ashram environment and follow a traditional daily schedule that includes:
What makes it unique is the combination of traditional yoga, satvik food, therapy sessions, silence, and local Indian culture. The program is soft but deep — it helps you clean your mind, stretch your body, and settle your inner space.
Rishikesh is not a city. It's a sacred vibration.
People don’t come here just to stretch the body — they come to awaken their soul.
Set in the Himalayas along the sacred Ganga River, Rishikesh has been the home of saints and sages for thousands of years. The moment you arrive, you feel something change. There is something in the air — a deep silence, a natural meditation.
This retreat at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation combines all these natural blessings with structured yogic learning:
“In Rishikesh, even your breath becomes a prayer.”
This is not a commercial wellness center. It is a spiritual retreat where you return to the roots.
There are many places to do yoga, but Rishikesh is the birthplace of yoga.
When you meditate on the banks of Ganga or listen to temple bells ringing in the hills, you begin to understand — yoga isn’t just physical. It’s a sacred way of life.
Reasons to visit Rishikesh for your retreat:
This retreat is carefully designed to take care of your whole being. Here’s a short view of what you’ll experience:
You will learn:
Take part in sacred fire ceremonies (havan), kirtans, and nature walks
Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is not just a school. It’s a space created for real spiritual learning, based on ancient teachings.
What makes us special:
“We don’t promise you peace — we teach you how to find it inside.”
There are many yoga centers, but very few real yoga foundations.
Why choose PIYF?
Many of our students come back again — because here, they don’t just practice yoga. They start to live it.
“When you enter a real yoga space, your soul starts to breathe.”
“This retreat isn’t about learning more — it’s about remembering who you are.”
We are different because we don’t follow trends. We follow truth.
Our retreat is not about how flexible you are — it’s about how still you can become.
“Real yoga doesn’t change your body — it changes your life.”
Kindly, please mind that students check in date would be on the 2nd and check out date would be 15th of the month, to stay before or after the yoga course please contact the administration.
PS: Tranee also can join for 7nights and 8 days and the fees would be accordingly.
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:
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 Yoga and Meditation Retreat, 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 4 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 Yoga Retreat, 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.
“Discipline in Yoga starts when you wake up and ends when you sleep — every hour becomes a practice.”
Yoga and Meditation Retreat program follows a very tight schedule, with almost 8 to 10 times a day being assigned to some aspect of yoga, including contact and non-contact hours. You will find the yoga Retreat intensive but enlightening.
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Rooms: 5/5, Service: 5/5, Location: 5/5
"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."
Accommodation
"You have the option to stay in either a single or shared room. Since I was new to the place, I choose a shared room to meet new friends, which made the experience even more enjoyable."
Excursions & Experience
"Every Sunday, we had excursions to breathtaking locations. One of the highlights was visiting Kunjapuri, where we witnessed a stunning sunrise, and Vashishta Cave, a serene spot perfect for practicing yoga beside the sacred Ganges River. I’m surprise and thankful that there is a massage included on the package, which added to the relaxation and overall well-being."
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 Sunday we would go to excurtion and Sight seeing.
Experience the Best Accommodation at Patanjali Yoga Foundation (PIYF)
At PIYF, we understand how important it is to feel safe, supported, and rested during your yoga training. That’s why our accommodation reflects the same dedication to well-being as our courses. You’ll feel the peace and stillness of home from the moment you arrive.
Here’s how we support you with comfort and care:
Comfort and Convenience: Whether you opt for a private space or share a room, our settings are peaceful, clean, and well-equipped for your comfort.
Two Dedicated Buildings: With two nearby buildings on our campus, everything is within easy reach and built with your spiritual journey in mind.
Homely Atmosphere: More than a place to sleep, your room becomes a restful retreat. This environment encourages presence, simplicity, and focus.
Modern Facilities: From clean bathrooms to comfy beds, we maintain our spaces so you can relax after your daily yoga sessions. Every detail is managed with love and care.
Air Conditioning Available: AC is available in select rooms for an extra charge. Availability is limited, so ask ahead during booking.
Accommodation and Yoga Ashram Facility
Stay in an authentic yoga ashram, surrounded by the Ganga’s vibration and Himalayan beauty.
Note: Our space is simple and serene—not commercial or tourist-oriented. It’s a space for seekers. “The simplicity of your space becomes the stillness of your mind.”
Every meal features 5–7 items that are balanced, flavorful, and prepared fresh. Our menu is crafted daily to offer variety and proper nutrition for all students.
We follow Ayurvedic wisdom that promotes two meals daily, spaced 8 hours apart. This supports strong digestion, mental clarity, and balanced energy.
We provide 2 satvik meals daily + 1 herbal tea, freshly prepared.
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.
“Sometimes the right place speaks louder than a thousand teachings.”
As part of your learning at PIYF, we include special sessions that bring together ritual, healing, nature, and community. These experiences are offered as a bonus and are cherished by all our students.
“Yoga is the perfect opportunity to be curious about who you are.”
“The journey becomes lighter when we leave behind what we don’t truly need.”
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:
Yoga in the West often revolves around the physical body. In India, it is a sacred discipline of life, thought, and spirit..
At Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, we follow the ancient Himalayan tradition, where yoga means mental purification and soul awakening, not just body alignment.
What makes Indian Yoga special:
Our ashram is designed not just to teach yoga, but to support a yogic life.
From the schedule to the silence, from the gardens to the fire ceremonies — everything here invites you to go inward.
You’ll find:
“When the outer world becomes quiet, the inner world begins to sing.”
This retreat is open to all — whether beginner or long-time yoga lover.
However, to get the best from it, we suggest:
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.
To protect the spiritual environment of the ashram, we request you follow these basic rules:
If someone breaks the code repeatedly, we may ask them to leave the retreat (no refund will be issued).
“Discipline in yoga isn’t control. It’s freedom from restlessness.”
This retreat does not issue an RYT certificate, as it is not a TTC.
However, the course content aligns with Yoga Alliance principles in terms of:
You can attend this retreat before or after a Yoga Alliance certified course— many of our students do it for self-practice or emotional healing.
After completing this retreat, you may feel:
Some students go back and change their jobs. Some start waking up early. Some become more calm with their family. Everyone takes back something different.
You don’t leave with a new career. You leave with a new awareness.
At the end of the retreat:
“Yoga never ends. The retreat is just the beginning.”
If you need to leave early because of health or family issues, please inform the course coordinator directly.
We understand things happen. However, as per our policy:
“Yoga teaches us to accept change — even when plans go the other way.”
We offer one rest day every week, usually on Sunday. This is your chance to rest, reflect, or explore Rishikesh.
What can you do?
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.
However, Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is a registered yoga school with Yoga Alliance USA and Yoga Alliance International India.
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Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/ 5 Location: 5/5
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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Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/ 5 Location: 5/5
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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Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/ 5 Location: 5/5
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
