44 Day 200 - Hour Hybrid: Online and In - Person Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Certifications

Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).

How the training works

The course includes 30 days of online training, with two and a half hours of live classes each day (Monday to Saturday), followed by 14 days of intensive in-person training at Sanskriti Yogpeeth in Rishikesh. This blended format allows students to begin their journey from the comfort of home and complete their certification in the spiritual heart of yoga. The online sessions will be conducted via Zoom and focus on foundational subjects such as yoga philosophy, pranayama, meditation, anatomy, and alignment techniques, while the in-person sessions in Rishikesh deepen the practice through intensive asana practice, hands-on adjustments, teaching methodology, and practical teaching experience.

Students receive access to live sessions, class recordings, manuals, assignments, and regular Q&A support. Experienced instructors are available for guidance throughout the online phase, ensuring that you stay connected and confident in your learning journey. The residential yoga training part will include meals, providing a holistic learning experience in a serene environment. There are 20 hours of teaching practical, final exams, and weekend cultural excursions during the onsite training. The 200-hour integrated yoga teacher training course at Sanskriti Yogpeeth Rishikesh is taught in English, ensuring clear communication and understanding.

• Techniques, training, and practice asana | assignment | pranayama | meditation: 110 hours
• Anatomy and physiology: 20 hours
• Yoga humanities history | philosophy | ethics: 30 hours
• Professional essentials teaching methodology | professional development | practicum: 40 hours

Participation in both parts of the course is mandatory to fulfill the full 200-hour requirement and receive certification. The integrated design ensures a strong theoretical foundation and a practical, immersive experience that complements each other.

Daily schedule for online training (GMT+5:30)

Exact class timings may vary depending on your batch and time zone preferences, but sessions are typically scheduled to accommodate international students. Sundays are off for rest and self-study.

Daily schedule for in-person training

• 06:00 - 06:45 Pranayama
• 07:00 - 08:30 Hatha yoga asana
• 08:30 - 09:45 Breakfast and rest
• 10:00 - 11:00 Philosophy
• 11:15 - 12:15 Ayurveda and anatomy
• 12:30 - 13:30 Adjustment-alignment
• 13:30 - 15:30 Lunch and rest
• 15:30 - 17:00 Ashtanga-Vinyasa asana
• 17:15 - 18:30 Mantras and meditation
• 18:30 - 19:30 Self-study
• 19:30 - 20:00 Dinner
• 21:00 Lights off

Sundays are your days off.

Course information

Set in the sacred land of Rishikesh, the course nurtures your physical, mental, and spiritual growth in a supportive and serene environment. The training covers all essential aspects of yoga, including asanas, pranayama, meditation, shatkarma, mantra chanting, mudras, yoga philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methodology. You will be guided by experienced instructors committed to helping you deepen your practice and gain the confidence to lead classes with clarity and authenticity. By the end of the course, you will receive a certification, empowering you to teach yoga globally.

Begin your journey toward inner balance, spiritual awakening, and a meaningful teaching path. Wondering what comes next after completing the course? This course is more than just a certification - it is a powerful stepping stone on your journey of self-realization, inner growth, and holistic transformation. Completing the training at Sanskriti Yogpeeth Rishikesh opens the door to a world of possibilities, both personally and professionally.

• Comprehensive yogic knowledge - build a deep understanding of integrated yoga systems, including Hatha, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa, along with yogic philosophy, pranayama, meditation, and cleansing techniques
• Confidence as a teacher - learn effective teaching methods, class structuring, and alignment principles to guide others safely and skillfully
• Personal growth and inner transformation - embrace a yogic lifestyle that nurtures your body, mind, and spirit
• Pathway to advanced training - take your journey further with the 300-hour yoga teacher training course for deeper mastery
• Living the yogic way - apply yoga off the mat by integrating mindfulness, discipline, and balance into daily life
• Global yoga community - connect with a worldwide network of yoga teachers, practitioners, and spiritual seekers

Practicing yoga in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, brings authenticity and depth to your training experience. When you complete your course at Sanskriti Yogpeeth, you carry forward the legacy of ancient wisdom and the power to inspire others on their path. Start your journey today!

• Yoga styles: Hatha, Ashtanga, and Iyengar for balance, strength, flexibility, and alignment

Evaluation

The overall evaluation of this training is based on the following assessment:

• Written assessment - Completion of assignment
• Practical assessment - Designing, sequencing, and conducting yoga session
• Student's conduct throughout the training will be an essential criterion
• Attendance - Minimum 90%, wherein the student must have presented a valid and agreed-upon reason for 10% absenteeism

Syllabus

• Pranayama (yogic breathing techniques)
• Mudra (gestures)
• Bandha (locks)
• Meditation (dhyana)
• Mantra chanting (shlokas, sutras, bhajan, and keertan)
• Yoga philosophy
• Asanas (multi-style yoga asana practice i.e., Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar)
• Yoga anatomy and physiology
• Ayurveda (nutrition and diet)
• Shatkarma or kriya (yogic cleansing)
• Teaching methodology (teaching practice, students' practicum, and ethics)
• Asana alignment and adjustment (posture correction)
• Yoga therapy (therapeutic yoga)