What we cover in 200 hours Y.T.T.C Registered with Yoga Alliance USA

At Rishikesh YTTC, we provide a complete residential program designed for international students who wish to deepen their practice and become certified yoga teachers.

✅ Residential Courses

• 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
• 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
• 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
• 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

✅ Additional Programs (available on request)

• Pre & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training
• Kundalini Yoga TTC
• Sound Healing (Drop-in Classes & TTC)

• Traditional Hatha Yoga
• Ashtanga Yoga
• Flow Style Yoga
• Iyengar Yoga
• Meditation
• Pranayama
• Shatkarma (Cleansing techniques)
• Mantra Chanting
• Yoga Philosophy
• Teaching Methodology
• Adjustment & Alignment with Anatomy

Our Commitment: We aim to cover as much knowledge and practical experience as possible during your course. Yoga is vast, and there is always more to learn. Our highly experienced teachers share their wisdom with dedication.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Friends Stay

• Accommodation is only for enrolled students.
• Family or friends cannot stay inside the campus. Nearby rooms & meals can be arranged separately.

💡 Emergency Stay: Room INR 2000/night | Meals INR 1500/day

🥗 Food: Pure vegetarian, no onion/garlic, cooked in sunflower oil.

🥑 Special Diets: Vegan & gluten-free options available. Students may order outside or provide raw ingredients for cooking.

🌙 Fasting Days: Provided: 2 apples + 2 bananas. On request: boiled potato.

⚡ Note: Meals are sattvic and balanced to support your yoga journey. Bring supplements or heavy food if required.

About Student Behaviour at School:
If you have made your booking directly with us, we will always communicate with you personally. This is because we trust that you have carefully researched our school, read our website, and gone through the FAQs before choosing Rishikesh YTTC. 🌿

If Your Booking is Confirmed Through a Third Person, Third Party, or Family Member

At Rishikesh YTTC, we value peace, harmony, and mutual respect in our school environment. 🙏

If a student creates disturbance, troubles teachers/staff, or continuously makes unreasonable demands, the school reserves the right to:

• Contact the third person, family member, or party through whom the booking/payment was made.
• Inform them about the current situation regarding the student’s behavior.

This policy is in place because sometimes students enroll without reading our website, FAQ, or understanding our school guidelines. In such cases, the person who arranged or paid for the booking will be considered the main point of contact.

In any case if the student keeps on with the same issues school can terminate the student at any time without any refunds

🌿 Our goal is always to ensure a respectful, supportive, and positive environment for everyone at the school.

Visitors are strictly permitted only in the designated common waiting area. Under no circumstances is any visitor allowed inside a student’s personal room.
If a visitor needs to meet a student beyond the common area, they must submit a request through the helpdesk. Only after receiving written approval from the management—with no exceptions—will a visit be allowed.
Any violation of this policy, including bringing friends, former students, or outside guests (such as partners) directly into residential rooms without permission, will result in disciplinary action.

At our yoga school, we consider our campus a sacred and peaceful space where students can fully focus on their personal growth and spiritual journey. To maintain harmony, respect, and safety within our community, we follow a few important guidelines.

For the comfort and privacy of all students, cross-gender students are not permitted to enter each other’s rooms. This guideline is lovingly explained during the Opening Ceremony and orientation so that everyone clearly understands our values from the beginning.

If, for any genuine reason, a student wishes to visit the room of opposite gender, prior permission from the Front Office is required.

Kindly note:

• The school cannot take responsibility if a student enters any other room without official permission.
• Only our housekeeping team is allowed to enter student rooms, and students are always informed in advance about their scheduled cleaning day.
• School management, teachers, and staff members do not enter student rooms, except in rare emergency situations.

These guidelines are not about restriction, but about creating a respectful, safe, and distraction-free environment where every student feels comfortable and supported.

We thank you for your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the integrity and spirit of our yoga community.

We take photos & videos during the course for our website, social media, and student memory sharing. If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform the school reception at the start of your course so we can respect your privacy. 🙏

• Duration: 14 days & 13 nights
• The 100-hour course is the first part of the 200-hour YTTC.
• You will join the classes along with 200-hour students.
• You can start this course on the 2nd of any month.
• To complete your 200 hours, you can do the second 100 hours later (offline) or online if you cannot return.

Yoga is a beautiful journey 🌿, and sometimes the beginning may feel challenging. Remember:

• 🚀 Growth happens outside the comfort zone.
• 🌸 You are lucky to be part of Rishikesh YTTC, where yoga knowledge is shared directly from the roots.
• 📝 If a class feels too advanced, you may sit quietly, take notes, or record sessions.

❌ Course fee is non-refundable once started. However, we provide access to the online 200-hour pre-recorded course if you cannot continue offline.

• ✅ All students must follow school rules & regulations.
• ❌ Zero tolerance for disrespect, offensive comments, or harmful behavior.
• 🙏 Aim is to provide an authentic Gurukulam-style yogic experience.
• ⚠️ School can terminate enrollment without prior warning if rules are broken (no refund).

• Classes run Monday to Saturday.
• Sundays are a full day off 🛌.
• Closed on major Hindu festivals (Holi, Diwali, etc.), but missed classes are covered later.

No prior experience is required 🌸. Courses are suitable for all levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced).

✅ Suggested Preparations:

• 🌞 Surya Namaskara
• 🔄 Joint movements
• 💪 Chaturanga Dandasana
• 🌿 Gentle back-bending
• 🔱 Ashtanga Sun Salutations A & B

📚 Recommended Reading:

• 200-Hour YTTC → Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha
• 300-Hour YTTC → Four Chapters on Freedom

• 200-hour YTTC: up to 25 students per batch
• 300-hour YTTC: up to 25 students per batch
• Occasionally, 2–4 extra students may join (without compromising personal attention).

The schedule is designed to balance practice, theory, rest, and self-study. A typical day:

• 05:30 am – Wake Up
• 06:00 am – Herbal Tea
• 06:15 am – Shatkarma / Pranayama
• 07:30 am – Hatha Yoga
• 09:00 am – Breakfast
• 10:00 am – Philosophy / Anatomy
• 11:30 am – Adjustment & Alignment
• 01:00 pm – Lunch
• 03:00 pm – Self-study / Karma Yoga
• 04:00 pm – Ashtanga Vinyasa
• 06:00 pm – Meditation / Mantra Chanting
• 07:15 pm – Dinner
• 09:00 pm – Lights Off

All course manuals and study materials are provided 📖. Recommended books for deeper understanding:

• Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha – Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• Light on Yoga – B.K.S. Iyengar
• Yoga Anatomy – Leslie Kaminoff

You can purchase them in Rishikesh if you wish to keep personal copies.

We provide clean, simple, and comfortable rooms within walking distance of the school.

• Private or shared rooms available
• Attached bathroom with hot & cold water
• WiFi access
• Bedding & blankets provided

Rooms are designed to support a sattvic yogic lifestyle 🕉️.

• Accommodation 🏠
• 3 vegetarian meals a day, Monday to Saturday (kitchen closed on Sundays) 🥗
• Yoga materials (mat, neti pot, study manual)
• Weekend excursions 🏞️
• Free WiFi
• Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance USA 📜

❌ Not included: Airfare, personal expenses, laundry service, airport transfers, air conditioning (available in selected rooms for an additional USD 200, booked in advance).

Yes, we provide pickup from Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED) on request.

• Taxi fare: INR 1000 – 1500
• Rishikesh is approx. 30–40 minutes drive

For New Delhi Airport pickup, we can arrange a taxi (6–7 hours drive).

Yes! Students join us from all over the world 🌎:

• USA, Canada, UK, Europe
• Australia, New Zealand
• South America
• Asia & Middle East

This creates a global yoga family with cultural exchange and lifelong friendships. ❤️

Our school is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance, USA (RYS 200 and RYS 300). After completing:

• 200-Hour TTC → apply to register as RYT 200
• 300-Hour TTC → apply to register as RYT 500 (with a completed 200-hour training)

Yoga Alliance is a private registry, not a government licence, and yoga teaching is not a government-licensed profession in most countries. Many studios and insurers in Canada, the USA, the UK and Australia ask for Yoga Alliance registration, but each sets its own requirements, so check with the studio or insurer where you plan to teach.

We serve pure vegetarian, sattvic meals prepared with love ❤️:

• No onion & garlic
• Cooked in sunflower oil
• Vegan & gluten-free options available
• Fresh fruits & herbal teas

Meals are light, nutritious & designed to support your yoga practice 🌿.

• Advance booking fee (via Wise or bank transfer)
• Balance payment on arrival (cash in any currency, such as USD, GBP, AUD, EUR or INR)

Note: The booking deposit (USD 100 for international students) is non-refundable, but it is kept as a booking credit for a future course for about 2 to 3 years, can be transferred to a friend or family member, or can be used toward the 200 Hour Online Pre-Recorded YTTC. See our Refund & Cancellation Policy.

Only if you are comfortable with it. Some subjects, such as asana alignment, include hands-on corrections, and you decide whether you want them. Please tell us on the first day if you prefer no physical adjustments; we will use verbal cues, demonstrations and props instead.

Read the full details in our Student Policy.

• Comfortable yoga clothes
• Personal toiletries
• Sandals / slippers
• Shawl / sweater (Rishikesh evenings can be cool)
• Reusable water bottle
• Personal medicines (if any)

Yoga mats & study materials are provided 🧘‍♂️.

Not necessary 👍. However, regular practice of simple yoga before coming will help you adjust more easily to the intensive schedule.

💡 Suggested prep:

• Surya Namaskar (5–10 rounds daily)
• Basic pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Kapalabhati)
• Simple meditation (5–10 minutes)

Our TTC is a blend of both 🌸:

• Physical: Asana, Alignment, Adjustment, Anatomy
• Spiritual: Meditation, Philosophy, Mantra, Pranayama

We follow the traditional Gurukulam system, focusing on yoga as a lifestyle, not just fitness.

Yes ✅. Many students join with little or no experience. The teachers provide step-by-step guidance, and modifications are given for beginners.

What’s more important than flexibility is discipline, consistency, and an open mind 💖.

Yes 🌐. We offer pre-recorded 200-hour online TTC with lifetime access.

• Self-paced learning
• Assignments & assessments included
• Same eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance USA

Your health comes first 🙏. If you feel unwell:

• You can rest and skip classes
• Our teachers will help you catch up later
• Hospitals & pharmacies are nearby

Important: Inform teachers about any injuries or health conditions at the start of the course.

No ❌. Smoking, alcohol, and recreational drugs are strictly prohibited 🚫.

This is to maintain the purity of the yogic environment 🕉️.

Yes, free WiFi is available 📶. However, we encourage students to minimize screen time and focus on their yogic journey 🌸.

If you miss due to health or emergency:

• Teachers help you catch up
• You may sit in another batch if needed

Note: Regular attendance is required to qualify for Yoga Alliance registration.

Yes, possible on request 💡:

• Extra stay: INR 1000 – 1500 per night (including meals)
• Subject to room availability

Better to inform us in advance for arrangements 🙏.

No, yoga mats are provided 🧘. However, you may bring your own if you prefer for personal comfort.

Bring light, breathable, and modest clothing 🌸:

• Comfortable yoga wear (cotton or stretchable)
• Shawl or light sweater for cool mornings/evenings
• Flip-flops + a pair of walking shoes

Tip: White/light colors are preferred in yogic tradition.

Yes, an Indian tourist visa is required for most international students 🌐.

Check your country’s visa rules. Many students apply for an e-Tourist Visa, which is quick and convenient ✅.

You can pay the remaining balance by:

• Cash (any currency, such as USD, GBP, AUD, EUR or INR)
• Online, for your comfort: Wise transfer or Revolut. The school accepts the complete course fee, so any additional payment or transfer charges are kindly borne by the student.

Tip: Carry some cash for local expenses as ATMs may not always work in Rishikesh.

Yes, we recommend travel insurance ✅.

It should cover:

• Medical emergencies
• Trip cancellation or delays
• Lost baggage

Rishikesh has varied seasons 🍃:

• Winter (Nov–Feb): 7–20°C ❄️ (pack warm clothes)
• Summer (Mar–June): 20–35°C ☀️ (light clothes)
• Monsoon (July–Sep): Rainy 🌧️ (carry umbrella/raincoat)

Yes, bring your own toiletries 🪥. Towels are usually provided, but carrying an extra personal towel is a good idea ✅.

No need 📘. A study manual is provided. However, if you wish to read more, our recommended books list will be shared with you.

Yes ✅. Sundays are off, giving you time to:

• Visit Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan
• Explore Beatles Ashram
• Go hiking or rafting

No cooking inside the rooms 🔥. But you’ll get 3 nutritious vegetarian meals a day, Monday to Saturday (the kitchen is closed on Sundays). Cafes nearby also offer vegan, ayurvedic, and international options 🍜.

Yes, carry your personal prescription medicines 💊. A basic first-aid kit and ayurvedic remedies are available at the school 🪷.

No 😊. Mantra chanting is taught from basics. You’ll learn correct pronunciation and meaning during the course 🕉️.

Yes ✅. By the end of the TTC you’ll:

• Have solid teaching practice experience
• Receive feedback from senior teachers
• Be confident to guide beginners safely

Remember: Teaching is a continuous journey 🌿. The TTC gives you the foundation to grow.