Teachers who walk beside you.
Learning is not only about receiving answers. It is about asking better questions, exploring your experience and finding understanding through practice.
Rishikesh Yogpeeth
Come closer to yoga. Come closer to yourself.
A place to learn. A place to breathe. A place to begin again. Experience yoga beyond the mat through residential yoga teacher training, peaceful retreats and the wisdom of traditional yoga.
Our story
More than a place to learn. A place to belong.
Where yoga brings us together, tradition guides us, and every journey finds its own meaning.
Some journeys take you across the world. Others bring you a little closer to yourself.
Situated in the mountains at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram, our home in Rishikesh welcomes people from different walks of life, united by one beautiful thing: the desire to find themselves.
Whether you wish to become a yoga teacher or take a quiet pause from everyday life, your journey can begin here.
Since 2005Teaching yoga
GlobalA worldwide community
ResidentialProgrammes in Rishikesh
Every journey begins somewhere
What is calling you?
You do not have to arrive with all the answers. You only need to know what you are looking for today.
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Learn to teach.
For the student ready to take their practice deeper, understand yoga more fully and share its teachings with others. Explore our residential yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
Find Your Training
02
Take a breath.
For the soul that needs a pause. A few days away from familiar routines. More time for movement, stillness, and yourself. Explore our yoga retreats in Rishikesh.
Find Your Retreat
03
Return to balance.
For those seeking a more mindful approach to rest, nourishment, and wellbeing through our Ayurveda retreat experiences.
Explore Ayurveda
Your yoga journey, your way
Three paths. One deeper connection.
Every student comes with a different story. Some are taking their first steps. Others are ready to grow into the teachers they have always imagined becoming. We offer different ways to explore yoga, so you can choose the path that feels right for you.
Course eligibility, dates, fees and registration details are available on the individual programme pages.
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300
500
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Build a strong foundation in yoga practice, philosophy and teaching. Explore the 200-hour programme.
300
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Deepen your knowledge after completing a qualifying 200-hour teacher training. Explore the 300-hour programme.
500
500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Follow a combined 200-hour and 300-hour training pathway. Explore the 500-hour programme.
Not sure which path is right for you? Start with your experience, your intentions and what you hope to take home.
All Teacher Training Programmes
Our approach
More than a place to study yoga.
It is a way of learning to live it.
At Rishikesh Yogpeeth, we see yoga as more than a series of postures.
It is in the way we breathe when life feels overwhelming. The patience we bring to a difficult moment. The kindness we offer ourselves when things do not go as planned. Our approach brings traditional yoga knowledge into a living, learning experience. We explore the body, the breath, the mind and the wisdom behind the practice.
Because the real journey begins when what you learn becomes a part of how you live.
Discover Our Approach to Yoga
Come as you are. Leave with more to carry.
What makes our journey different?
Wisdom with room to grow.
We honour traditional yoga teachings while helping you understand how to bring them into your own practice and teaching.
A life lived together.
Residential learning gives you time to practise, share meals, exchange stories and grow alongside people who may have travelled thousands of miles to be here.
A connection that continues.
Through Yoga Bodhi, our alumni community, we continue to create opportunities for connection and learning beyond the time spent with us.
A journey with meaning. Our aim is not simply to help you learn yoga. It is to help you understand it more deeply, through your own experience.
Your classroom is closer to nature
Welcome to Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram.
Where the day begins with breath, and the mountains remind you to slow down.
Imagine waking up to a quieter morning. Stepping outside. Feeling the mountain air. Finding your way to practice before the rest of the world asks anything of you.
Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram is the residential setting for our programmes. Surrounded by mountain scenery, it offers space to step away from everyday distractions and give your practice the attention it deserves.
Here, learning extends beyond the yoga hall. It lives in shared meals, thoughtful conversations, quiet moments and the small routines that shape each day.
This is not simply where you stay while studying yoga. It is part of the experience itself.
Step Inside Abhayaranya
See our accommodation, dining spaces, facilities and residential experience.
A glimpse of the life waiting for you
The little moments become the memories.
20,000+Students & retreat guests
110+Nationalities
A world of stories. A shared love for yoga.
From different places. Together on one path.
Our community brings together students and retreat guests from around the world.
They arrive with different reasons for being here. Some want to teach. Some want to reconnect with their practice. Some simply need time to listen to themselves again.
And somewhere between the early mornings, the lessons and the conversations, a place that once felt unfamiliar can begin to feel like home.
Meet Our Yoga Community
Every student has a story
Do not just imagine the experience. Hear it from those who lived it.
A first class. A difficult day. A lesson that stays with them long after they leave.
Explore Rishikesh Yogpeeth reviews on independent platforms and hear directly from our community.
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Alumni communityYoga Bodhi
Your journey does not end at graduation
Some connections stay with you.
The friendships you make. The questions that stay in your mind. The teachers whose words return to you when you need them.
Through Yoga Bodhi, our alumni community, we continue to nurture the connection between our graduates and Rishikesh Yogpeeth.
With opportunities for online workshops, yoga philosophy sessions, live cooking classes and community engagement, there are ways to keep learning together.
- Online workshops
- Yoga philosophy
- Live cooking classes
- Community
Because yoga is a lifelong practice. And the people you meet along the way can become a meaningful part of it.
Discover Yoga Bodhi
A little help before you begin
For the journey from your home to ours.
Travelling to India for a yoga programme can bring excitement, questions and perhaps a few nerves. That is natural. If you are joining us from the United States or another part of the world, we want you to have the information you need before you arrive.
Questions before booking? We are here to help you understand your options and choose a journey that suits your intentions.
Talk to Our TeamLanguage and learning
Our programmes offer English-language instruction. Please review the requirements for your chosen programme before applying.
Your stay
Explore the residential options, meals and facilities included in your selected programme. You can find further details on our accommodation pages.
Planning your arrival
Check the latest travel guidance, arrival arrangements and airport information before your journey. Contact our team if you need help understanding the next steps.
Choosing your programme
Compare the 200-hour, 300-hour and 500-hour pathways, review eligibility and explore the relevant fee and date pages.
A few days can make room for a different kind of rhythm
Find your pause.
Not every meaningful yoga journey needs to begin with teacher training. Sometimes, you need a few days to slow down. To wake up without rushing. To move, breathe, rest and make space for yourself again.
Our yoga retreats in Rishikesh offer different ways to experience yoga and mindful living at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram. Choose a shorter introduction or explore a longer retreat, depending on your needs and the programmes available.
- For the first step.A short introductory yoga retreat for those who want to experience the practice.
- For a deeper pause.A longer yoga retreat with more time to explore movement, breath and stillness.
- For a more focused reset.Explore our Ayurveda retreat options for a dedicated wellbeing experience.
You do not need to change your whole life in a day. You can begin by making room for yourself.
For current durations, inclusions, fees and availability, please visit the relevant programme pages.
Your questions are welcome here
A few things you may want to know.
1.What is Rishikesh Yogpeeth, and what programmes do we offer?
Rishikesh Yogpeeth offers residential yoga teacher training, yoga retreats and Ayurveda retreat programmes in Rishikesh, India. Our programmes give students and guests different ways to explore yoga, learning and mindful living.
2.Is Rishikesh Yogpeeth a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School?
Our website identifies Rishikesh Yogpeeth as a Registered Yoga School at the 200, 300 and 500-hour levels. Please check our current official registration details before enrolling. School registration and individual teacher registration are different. Completing a course does not automatically register a graduate as a Registered Yoga Teacher.
3.Are our programmes residential?
Our yoga teacher training programmes are offered at Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram. Accommodation options and inclusions depend on the programme selected. Please review the relevant course page for current details.
4.What is the difference between the 200-hour, 300-hour and 500-hour programmes?
The 200-hour programme offers foundational teacher training. The 300-hour programme is intended for those who have completed a qualifying 200-hour training. The 500-hour pathway combines 200-hour and 300-hour training in sequence.
5.Can international students join us?
Our programmes welcome international applicants who meet the relevant eligibility requirements. Review the language, age and course requirements, and contact our team if you have questions about travel or arrival arrangements.
6.How do I choose between yoga teacher training and a yoga retreat?
Teacher training is designed for structured learning and developing teaching skills. A retreat offers time to practise, rest and explore yoga without following the same teacher-training pathway. Think about your goals, then explore the programme that best fits them.
7.What is Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram?
Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram is the residential venue for our programmes. It provides the setting for learning, practice and daily life during your stay.
8.Where can I read Rishikesh Yogpeeth reviews?
You can explore reviews through our official website and verified independent review profiles. Reading first-hand accounts can help you understand the experiences of students and retreat guests.
You have made it this far for a reason
Perhaps it is time to begin.
Your journey into yoga begins with you.
You do not have to know exactly where this journey will take you. You only have to take the first step. Come to learn. Come to rest. Come with questions, hopes or a quiet wish for something different. We will meet you where you are.
The next step is yours.
Some journeys change the way you move. Others change the way you see. We invite you to find what yoga can mean in your own life.
Welcome to Rishikesh Yogpeeth.