58 Days & 57 Nights 500 Hours Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India
Himalayan Yoga Association invites you to join its transformative 500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India, a two month journey designed to help you grow, learn, and become a certified Yin Yoga teacher.
Set in the peaceful surroundings of Rishikesh, this training blends traditional yoga practices with modern teaching techniques in an inspiring coastal setting.
The course combines our 200-hour and 300-hour Yin Yoga programs, starting with foundational postures, breathing, meditation, and philosophy, followed by advanced asanas, anatomy, sequencing, and teaching skills to boost your confidence and knowledge.
Whether you are new to yoga or already practicing, this experience offers a chance to deepen your understanding and transform your life. You can also enjoy optional Reiki and Sound Healing sessions during free time for extra relaxation and healing. Join us in Rishikesh India to embrace learning, connect with your inner self, and begin your journey as a Yin Yoga teacher.
The History of Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga was developed from the Yin and Yang concepts which are rooted in the Chinese culture of Taoism. Yin and Yang are two forces that are diametrically opposed to each other but are interdependent; Yin is related to stillness, night, and passivity while Yang is related to movement, day, and activity, and are basic principles in Chinese philosophy, Traditional Chinese Medicine and spirituality. This balance of opposites is ensuring order in the universe and also in our physical framework.
In Taoist tradition Yin Yoga is linked to yin or the passive or the feminine energy that is linked to stillness and passiveness. The ancient Taoists have learned that if one stretches his muscles for a long time and makes slow movements, then the stagnated energy can be released and one’s health improves. These have later developed into the physical exercise commonly referred to as yoga and were the backbone of Yin Yoga.
Besides this practice, the energy circulation is also passed through the meridians which are associated with the organs and emotions by the TCM. Unlike today’s famous styles like Vinyasa and Ashtanga, Yin Yoga is perfect for toning muscles. It assists practitioners to release their fascia and mind and is therefore appropriate for our Yang paradigm lifestyles. Today, Yin Yoga is practiced all over the world to maintain balance, flexibility and to heal the inner self. As will be seen it has principles that are still as valid today as they were thousands of years ago.
Benefits of Yin Yoga
Improved Joint Flexibility: Yin Yoga also helps to hydrate the connective tissues and increase their flexibility in order to alleviate stiffness.
Improved Energy Circulation: Due to the extended activation of the energy pathways, chi or life force energy becomes balanced, resulting in enhanced vitality and emotional well-being.
Stress Reduction: Yin Yoga stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system which slows and steadies the breath, decreases the heart rate and alleviates stress.
Enhanced Emotional Healing: If one maintains the poses for longer periods, he/she relaxes and erases unwanted thoughts and feelings from the mind.
Better Sleep Quality: People get to practice on a regular basis hence enhancing their ability to have a good sleep in the long run
Increased Mindfulness: Yin Yoga helps you practice presence; you pay attention to your body, mind, and the environment.
About Himalayan Yoga Association
Established in the tranquility and calmness of Rishikesh, Himalayan Yoga Association acts as a haven for yoga enthusiasts around the world. Our facility preserves a calm atmosphere that provides an excellent backdrop for learning and personal development. We honor the customs of traditional Yoga while incorporating methods essential for today’s era.
Located in the lap of the Himalayas and on the banks of the holy river Ganga, our center offers a spiritually evolved environment that makes learning more effective. From carefully structured lessons to individual counselling, every learner is helped to create a worthwhile experience. With our experienced instructors, self and career transformation are guaranteed while building a profound relationship with the ancient practice of yoga.
Hence our 500 hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training is Yoga Alliance, USA certified which means that you will receive an internationally recognized credential upon completion. It doesn’t matter the level of practice you are in, our goal is to help you grow, change, and be healthy.
What Will Be Covered in The 500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh ?
- Explore the rich history and philosophy of Yin Yoga
- Understand the anatomical and physiological impact of Yin Yoga
- Learn main Yin Yoga asanas and their variations
- Learn Meridian Theory and its role in practice
- Practice pranayama and meditation to deepen your Yin Yoga experience
- Master the art of teaching Yin Yoga with proper techniques
- Learn to use props effectively for a comfortable and supportive practice for many asanas
- Understand key points of the human body, its functions, and physiology to deepen Yin Yoga practice
- Practice the Yan aspect of Yoga in the daily Hatha Yoga class to balance the opposite and understand the differences
- Gain a foundation of Yoga Philosophy so that you can include the knowledge in your Yin Yoga practice and classes
- Know and practice a variety of alignment, adjustment techniques for Yin Yoga to meet each individual’s needs
- Learn teaching methodology and become to be able to deliver a full Yin Yoga class
500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training School in Rishikesh India - Course Syllabus
1st Month is Followed by the 200 Hours Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course Syllabus
Yin Asanas + Yin Theory + Yin Alignment / Adjustment / Methodology
- History & Introduction to Yin Yoga
- Concept of Yin-Yang in Daoist Philosophy
- Connection between Yin Yoga & Hatha Yoga
- Why Yin Yoga? Relevance in Modern life
- Role of Stillness & Surrender
- Importance of Holding Time in Yin Yoga
- The Tattvas (Principles of Yin):
- Come into the Pose
- Find Stillness
- Hold for Time
- Exit with Care
- Observe Rebound
- Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
- Concept of Qi (Chi) and How It Flows
- Meridians & Organ Connections
- Meridians & Organ Connections
- 12 Main Meridians and their Yin-Yang pairing
- Five Elements Theory (Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal)
- Emotional & Energetic Effects of Yin Yoga
- Meridian Flow Wheel
- Upper Body vs Lower Body Meridians
- Basics of Chakra System & Energy Centers
- Tension vs Compression
- Skeletal Variation & Joint Limitation
- Anatomy of Spine, Hips, Shoulders
- Nervous System: Introduction to Parasympathetic Activation
Foundational Yin Asanas (with Modifications & Prop Use):
- Anahatasana (Melting Heart)
- Ankle Stretch
- Bananasana
- Bridge (Supported)
- Butterfly
- Camel (Supported)
- Cat Pulling Its Tail
- Caterpillar
- Child’s Pose
- Dragonfly
- Dangling
- Deer
- Dragon (Baby, Low, Winged)
- Frog
- Half Butterfly
- Happy Baby
- Reclining Twists
- Saddle
- Shavasana
- Shoelace
- Snail
- Sphinx & Seal
- Square
- Squat
- Swan & Sleeping Swan
- Toe Squat
Teaching Tools:
- Daily Practice with Affirmations
- Proper Alignment Based on Function
- Prop Usage (Bolsters, Blocks, Blankets)
- Modifications & Contraindications
- Introduction to Holding Space
- Components of a Yin Class: Opening, Middle, Closing
- Class Management, Cueing, and Timing
- Integrating Themes, Affirmations, and Breath Awareness
- Creating Safe, Inclusive, and Reflective Space
- Journaling and Reflection Practices
- Practice Teaching with Feedback
Themed Yin Sequences:
- Beginner’s Flow
- A Flow for the Spine
- A Flow for the Hips
- A Flow for the Legs
- Wall Yin
Yang (Hatha Vinyasa) Yoga Practice
- Philosophy of Hatha Yoga
- Ancient Scriptures of Hatha
- Yoga Aim and Objectives of Hatha Yoga
- Pavan Muktasana series 1
- Pavanamuktasana series – 2
- Pavanamuktasana series – 3
- Surya Namaskara
- Chandra Namaskara
- Padmasana Group of Asanas
- Backward Bending Asanas
- Forward Bending Asanas
- Spinal Twisting Asanas
- Inverted Asanas
- Balancing Asanas
Combined Class Syllabus
All the classes, except for the Yang Practice, Alignment / Adjustment / Teaching Methodology, Yin Yoga Practice will be conducted as combined classes in our first part of the classic 200hrs yoga teacher training course / our first half of the classic 200hrs yoga teacher training course / classic 200hrs yoga teacher training course . The school holds the right to change the timings of the classes if it is needed.
Meditation
- What is Meditation
- OM Mantra Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- History of Meditation
- Shiva Mantra Meditation (Om Namah Shivaya) (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Passive and Active Meditation
- Chakra Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- What is Concentration in Yoga
- Yoga Nidra (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Breath Awareness Meditation (Anapana) (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Nada Brahma Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Dynamic Moving Meditation (Osho) (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Trataka Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Kirtan Spiritual Dancing Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Body Awareness Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Self Surrender Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits) Laughing Meditation (How to Practice & Its Benefits)
- Vipassana (Silence) (How to Practice & Its Benefits) Sukhasana (Easy Pose)
- Ardha Padmasana (Half Lotus Pose)
- Dhyana Mudra
- Chin Mudra
Anatomy / Physiology
- Introduction to the Human Body
- Body Planes
- Directional Terms of Anatomy
- Human Cells, Types of Tissues, and Organs
- Human Skeleton System
- Axial and Appendicular Skeleton
- Shoulder Girdle
- Pelvic Girdle
- Types of Joints
- Angular Movements of Human Body
- Deformities of the Spine
- Muscular System
- Digestive System
- Respiratory System
- Lifestyle According to the Ayurveda
- Kati Basti – Lower Back Pain Treatment Practice
Pranayama
- Jal Neti
- What is Pranayama?
- Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
- 3 Best Postures For Pranayama
- Bhastrika Pranayama
- What is Mudra
- What is Chin Mudra
- Bhairava Mudra
- Kapalbhati Pranayama
- Breathing and Lifespan
- Bhramari Pranayama
- Sheetali Pranayama
- Sheetkari Pranayama
- Anulom Vilom Pranayama
- Surya Bhedana Pranayama / Chandra Bhedi Pranayama
- Antar Kumbhaka and Bahir Kumbhaka
- Clavicular Pranayama
- Thoracic Pranayama
- Diaphragmatic Pranayama
- Yogic Pranayama
2nd Month is Followed by the 300 Hours Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course Syllabus
Yin Asanas + Yin Theory + Yin Alignment / Adjustment / Methodology
- Recap of Yin-Yang & Tattvas of Yin
- Deep Dive: Daoism and Tao Te Ching
- History of the Yin-Yang Symbol: Origin, Evolution, Meaning
- Concept of Qi (in-depth) & Its Significance in TCM
- Exploring the Emotional Body & Energetic Healing
- Integration of Yin & Yang in Life & Practice
- Yin Yoga’s Link to Stillness, Awareness, and Inner Alchemy
- Advanced TCM: Organ Clock & Seasonal Rhythms
- Five Element Theory Applied: Emotions, Diet, Nature
- In-Depth Meridian Studies:
- Lung / Large Intestine
- Stomach / Spleen
- Heart / Small Intestine
- Bladder / Kidney
- Pericardium / Triple Heater
- Liver / Gallbladder
- Advanced Chakra Study: Integration in Class Design
- Affirmations and Energy Healing Integration
- Meditation and Breath-Work Aligned with Elements
- Fascia, Connective Tissue & Rebound Effect
Advanced Asana
- Review of Foundational Yin Poses with Deeper Modifications
- Complex & Supported Variations:
- Flying Dragon
- Reclined Swan
- Twisted Saddle
- Twisted Frog
- Wall-Supported Hip Openers
- Prop Integration
- Using Yin for Trauma-Sensitive, Senior Clients
- Energetic Touch and Somatic Cueing Techniques
- Yin for Injury Recovery, Burnout, Chronic Fatigue, etc
- A Flow for the Shoulders, Arms & Wrists
- A Flow for the Whole Body
- A Flow for the Kidney & Urinary Bladder
- A Flow for the Liver & Gallbladder
- A Flow for the Stomach & Spleen
Thematic Sequencing & Emotional Release
- Designing Intelligent, Balanced Sequences
- Sequencing Based on Meridians & TCM Elements
- Emotional Healing Flows:
- Grief & Lung Meridian
- Anxiety & Kidney Support
- Anger Release via Liver / Gallbladder
- Heart Opening & Joy Cultivation
- Wall Yin Variations for Specific Targets
- Yin & Sound Healing | Yin & Pranayama Integration
- Designing Workshops & Retreats
- Yin Class Series & Online Teaching Formats
- Holding Transformational Space
- Using Poetic Language, Silence & Visualizations
- Class Themes: Moon Cycles, Seasons, Affirmations
Yang (Hatha Vinyasa) Yoga Practice
- Philosophy of Hatha Yoga
- Ancient Scriptures of Hatha
- Yoga Aim and Objectives of Hatha Yoga
- Pavan Muktasana series 1
- Pavanamuktasana series – 2
- Pavanamuktasana series – 3
- Surya Namaskara
- Chandra Namaskara
- Padmasana Group of Asanas
- Backward Bending Asanas
- Forward Bending Asanas
- Spinal Twisting Asanas
- Inverted Asanas
- Balancing Asanas
Meditation
- What is Meditation & Benefits
- Aum Meditation
- Sukhasana (Easy Pose)
- Yoga Nidra Meditation
- Ardha Padmasana (Half Lotus Pose)
- Om Namaha Shivaya Mantra Meditation
- Padmasana (Lotus Pose)
- Breathing Awareness Meditation
- Hare Krishna Kirtan Meditation
- Self-Surrender Meditation
- Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah Mantra Meditation
- Vipassana Meditation
- Sound Healing Bowls & Gong Meditation
- Jyoti Tratak Meditation
- Dynamic Moving Meditation (Osho)
- Om Mani Padme Hum Buddha Mantra Meditation
- Muladhara Chakra (Root Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Swadhisthana Chakra (Sacral Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Manipura Chakra (Solar Plexus Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Anahata Chakra (Heart Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Vishuddha Chakra (Throat Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Ajna Chakra (Third Eye Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Sahasrara Chakra (Crown Chakra) Mantra Meditation
- Yoga Nidra Meditation with Sound Healing Bowls
- Thought Observation (Mindfulness of Thoughts)
- Walking Meditation
Yoga Therapy / Ayurveda
- Yoga Therapy
- Definition / Meaning
- Fundamentals of Yoga Therapy
- Principles of Yoga Therapy
- Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Issues
- Arthritis / Osteoporosis / Backpain
- Yoga Therapy for Digestive Issues
- Constipation / Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Yoga Therapy for Respiratory Issues
- Asthma / Sinusitis
- Yoga Therapy for Nervous System Issues
- Anxiety / Migraine / Depression
- Ayurveda
- Introduction - Definition / Meaning / Origin
- Basic Concepts of Ayurveda – Dosha, Dhatus, Mala, Agni, and Ama
- Prakriti - Body Constitution
- Ayurveda Dietary Rules
- Ashta Ahara Vidhi Vishesha Ayatana
- Diet According to Doshas
- Prakriti Questionnaire
Pranayama
- Jal Neti
- What is Pranayama?
- Pranayama Mantra
- Clavicular Pranayama
- Nadi Shodhana Pranayama / Anulom Vilom Pranayama
- 3 Best Postures For Pranayama
- Bhastrika Pranayama
- Thoracic Pranayama
- Kapalbhati Pranayama
- What is Mudra
- Gyan Mudra
- Yoni Mudra
- Bhramari Pranayama
- Om Namah Shivaya Mantra
- Bhairava Mudra
- Ashwini Mudra
- Ujjayi Pranayama
- Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
- Vayu Mudra
- Pran Mudra
- Sheetali Pranayama
- Sheetkari Pranayama
- Prithvi Mudra
- Surya Bhedana Pranayama / Chandra Bhedi Pranayama
- Surya Mantra
- Chandra Mantra
- Mula Bandha
- Murcha Pranayama
- Uddiyana Bandha
- Udgeeth Pranayama
- Mangala Mantra
- Buddha Mantra
- Jalandhara Bandha
- Plavini Pranayama
- Shukra Mantra
- Shani Mantra
- Maha Bandha
- Simhasana Pranayama
- Kaki Mudra
Yoga Philosophy
- Meaning of Word Yoga & Goal
- Shad Darshan (Classification of Indian Philosophy, Aastika & Naastika Darshan)
- Sankhya Darshan (Concept of Prakriti & Purusha)
- Introduction of Patanjali Yoga Sutras / 4 Chapter of PYS
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras / Chapter 1
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras / Chapter 2
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras / Chapter 3
Anatomy / Physiology
- Brief Introduction of Skeleton System & Function
- Anatomy of Shoulder & Function with Important Name of Muscles
- Anatomy of Pelvic Griddle with Names of Muscles
- Spine Anatomy & Function / Importance in Yoga Practice
- Kundalini Shakti Introduction & Function
- Chakra Introduction & Function with the Endocrine System
- Nadis – the Energy Channel Function & Importance
- Prana Introduction & Importance in Organ Function
- Panchakosha Importance in Function of the Body
- Respiratory System Introduction / Function & Problems
- Circulatory System Importance / Function & Problems
- Digestive System Importance / Function & Problems
- Nervous System / Importance / Function & Problems
Shatkarma (Yoga Cleansing)
- Introduction to shatkarma
- Jalaneti Satkarma (Nasal cleansing with salty water)
- Rubber neti (Nasal cleansing with a rubber string)
Bandhas (Energy Locks)
- Introduction to bandha
- Jalandhara bandha
- Moola bandha
- Uddiyana bandha
- Maha bandha
Mudra (Yoga Gestures)
- Introduction of Mudras
- Fundamental importance of Mudras
- Jnana mudra
- Vayu mudra
- Bhairava mudra
- Pranav mudra
- Sankhmukhi mudra
Alignmement & Adjustment, In this class we will go through each asana or posture alignment & adjustment teaching
- Standing Postures
- Samasthiti
- Sun salutation (A & B)
- Padangushtasana
- Pada hastasana
- Utthita Trikonasana
- Parivritta Trikonasana
- Utthita Parsvakonasana
- Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
- Prasarita Padottanasana (A, B, C & D)
- Parsvottanasana
- Intermediate Postures
- Pasasana
- Krounchasana
- Shalabhasana A, B
- Bhekasana
- Dhanurasana
- Parsvadhanurasana
- Ustrasana
- Laghu Vajrasana
- Kapotasana
- Supta Vajrasana
- Bakasana
- Bharadvajasana
- Ardha Matsyendrasana
- Ekapada Sirsasana A, B, C
- Dwipada Sirsasana B
- Yoga nidrasana
- Tittibhasana A, B, C
- Pincha Mayurasana
- Karandavasana
- Mayurasana
- Makarasana
- Vatayanasana
- Parighasana
- Gomukhasana A, B, C
- Supta Urdhvapada Vajrasana A, B
- Mukta Hasta Sirsasana A, B, C
- Baddha Hasta Sirsasana A, B, C, D
- Urdhva Dhanurasana
- Drop back to Urdhva Dhanurasana
- Paschimottanasana
- Finishing Postures
- Salamba Sarvangasana
- Halasana Karnapidasana
- Urdhva Padmasana
- Pindasana
- Matsyasana
- Uttana Padasana
- Shirshasana
- Baddha Padmasana
- Yoga Mudra Padmasana
- Uth Pluthi (Tolasana)
- Shavasana
Teaching Practice
- Demonstration & Teaching methodology
- Alignment
- Instructions
Evaluation are based on
- Written Test
- Asana Practical Test
- Attendance
- Performance
- Behaviour
Daily Schedule for 500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training In Rishikesh India
1st Month - 200 Hour Teacher Training Daily Schedule
| Time | Schedule |
|---|---|
| 6:00 – 7:00 am | Meditation |
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | Pranayama & Shatkarma |
| 8:00 – 9:30 am | Yin Yoga Practice |
| 9:30 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Sound / Reiki Healing Class (only applicable for YTT + Sound / Reiki Healing Course participants) |
| 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30 – 2:30 pm | Yoga Philosophy |
| 2:30 – 3:30 pm | Yoga Anatomy & Physiology |
| 3:30 – 5:00 pm | Yang Practice (Hatha Yoga) |
| 5:00 pm | Tea Break |
| 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Teaching Methodology / Alignments & Adjustments |
| 7:30 pm | Dinner |
| 10:00 pm | Light Off |
2nd Month - 300 Hour Teacher Training Daily Schedule
| Time | Schedule |
|---|---|
| 6:00 – 7:00 am | Meditation |
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | Pranayama & Shatkarma |
| 8:00 – 9:30 am | Yin Yoga Practice |
| 9:30 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Sound / Reiki Healing Class (only applicable for YTT + Sound / Reiki Healing Course participants) |
| 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30 – 2:30 pm | Yoga Philosophy |
| 2:30 – 3:30 pm | Yoga Anatomy & Physiology |
| 3:30 – 5:00 pm | Yang Practice (Hatha Yoga) |
| 5:00 pm | Tea Break |
| 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Teaching Methodology / Alignments & Adjustments |
| 7:30 pm | Dinner |
| 10:00 pm | Light Off |
In order for you to rest properly before the opening ceremony on the 1st day of the course, the check-in to the school should be one-day before the course begins. Your check in time must be between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We provide you a complementary stay for that night. Your check out on the last day of the course must be between 12:00 PM To 2:00 PM.
Yoga Teacher Training + Sound / Reiki Healing Course
Complete our sound healing courses during your YTT! We arrange our Sound / Reiki Healing Courses during your break time so you can complete it by utilising the time and with just a little extra costs. You will cover 2 hours a day and it lasts for 2 days (for level 1), 4 days (for level 1 & 2), and 7 days (for level 1 & 2 & 3).
Add +skills to your Yin Yoga Teacher Training journey.
500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India Dates
Additional Healing Courses
✨ Additional Sound Healing Courses
📅 Dates: Conducted during free time in your Yoga Teacher Training Course at Himalayan Yoga Association.
💫 Note: These sessions help you heal yourself and embrace a holistic lifestyle — balancing the Body, Mind & Soul.
🌸 Additional Reiki Healing Courses
📅 Dates: Conducted during free time in your Yoga Teacher Training Course at Himalayan Yoga Association.
💫 Note: These Reiki Healing sessions help you harmonize energy and achieve holistic balance of the Body, Mind & Soul.
The 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is a combination of the 200-Hour and 300-Hour Teacher Training Courses. The total training duration is 53 days; however, the accommodation during the break period between the two courses is also included in the course fee. This brings the overall stay to an average of 58 days, varying slightly depending on the month’s calendar.
What is included in Yoga Course Fee ?
✔ Chosen accommodation with 24h hot water availability
✔ Complementary one-day before check in (check in should be between 10 AM to 4 PM one day before the course starts)
✔ Complementary pick-up from Dehradun airport
✔ 3 vegetarian / vegan meals a day. (excluding lunch & dinner on Sundays)
✔ Mentioned classes
✔ Course Materials
(1 school bag / 1 school t-shirt / 1 Yin Yoga Teacher Training manual / 1 notebook / 1 pen)
✔ All the other materials for all activities are available at the school
(to be used in the classes only, not to be taken away)
✔ 500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Certificate (Yoga Alliance certified)
✔ 10% discount at Himalayan Yoga Spa & Himalayan Yoga Cafe for the duration of the course
✔ Free high-speed WiFi throughout the school campus.
✔ 1 one-hour Ayurvedic massage treatment.
✔ Unlimited filtered hot & cold drinking water.
✔ Swimming pool access.
Sample Certificates for 500 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India
Accommodation
Private Room
Double Room
Triple Share Room
Yin Yoga Teacher Training Hall
DINING AT HIMALAYAN YOGA ASSOCIATION
At the Himalayan Yoga Association, we hold our food to the highest standards — not only in taste and nourishment but also in cleanliness, hygiene, and purity. Every step, from sourcing ingredients to serving at your table, is carried out with great care, love, and discipline.
Our kitchen is spotless and meticulously maintained. Ingredients are washed with purified water, and our staff are trained to ensure a safe, hygienic, and sacred environment. For us, this is not just a standard, it’s a spiritual practice.
Because to us, cleanliness is part of yoga — a clean kitchen is a clean heart, and a clean plate is a step toward inner peace.
The Founder & Teachers of Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course
Yogi Himanshu Joshi (The Founder)
The founder of Himalayan Yoga Association as well as Bali Yoga School, is an inspiring and compassionate guru who has devoted his life to the practice and dissemination of yoga and other natural forms of healing. Yogi Himanshu, who practices classical yoga and who knows the methods of practicing modern yoga, built the system, which follows the traditional approach but meets the modern standards. He makes his students live meaningful harmonious purposeful integrated spirit, body and mind integrated lives.
Yogi Himanshu’s style of yoga has the spiritual part of yoga in mind as he does it. Apart from the body postures he also emphasizes on meditation, pranayama and awareness. His compassionate leadership helps students in their personal development process, teaches them how to become free from the mental prisons they have created for themselves and reconnect with their soul.
Yogi Himanshu is strict and always motivates his students that one must continue to learn, he teaches as per Vedic method as well as scientific method. This dynamic combination helps students to be ready to use effective tools to build a proper attitude towards life. He continues to inspire millions of people doing yoga for overall body health across the world.
Yogini Stuti
Stuti Sahu has grown with the roots of yoga since her young age. Influenced by her Hindu background and traditional upbringing, she has always been deeply connected with the spirit of yoga. With the background of Hinduism and the daily practice of rituals, she created an early connection to the spiritual side of life. At her young age, she joined her first yoga practice thanks to the good influences of her surroundings. First, she realized the energy of yoga before going deep into the physical and mental aspects, she gained numerous strength in the beginning as a yoga practitionair. After practicing enormous amounts of hours everyday to master the body, mind, and soul, she started her teaching journey in Rishikesh. She completed her reiki master course as she understood the importance of healing and thus offering her healing ability and skills to reduce the sufferings from others, trying to make as many life as possible to give happiness and fruitful life. She completed her graduation in psychology, and got certified as a yoga teacher by Yoga Alliance, Ministry of AYUSH, and GOVT of India. Due to the knowledge she gained in Yogic Science, she discovered an opportunity to heal the others on their yoga journey by utilizing her influence as a teacher. For several months, she worked closely with her students and developed a good understanding of the balance within herself and the others. Because of the booming of yoga in the whole world, she quickly realized in which areas of the body, mind, and soul of the world suffer. That’s why she believes it’s essential that the knowledge of yoga is shared beyond borders, nations, and backgrounds.
Yogi Tanmay
His story with yoga began early—watching his father practice with sages and live by the quiet strength of Karma Yoga. Those moments were planting seeds in him. Years later, during the stillness of the pandemic, something awakened. He felt a strong pull inward and chose to follow that call. He enrolled in a Bachelor’s in Yoga Science at the University of Patanjali. For three years, he dove deep into asana, philosophy, and discipline—and something inside him transformed but his curiosity didn't end there. That led me to the Himalayas, where he studied Yoga Therapy. There, he saw how traditional yogic wisdom could meet modern medicine in beautiful, meaningful ways.
He traveled to Tuscany to learn Yin & Yang Yoga—experiencing the power of stillness and flow. He also explored Sound Healing and other subtle therapies, discovering how vibration and energy can shift the body and mind in profound ways. Yoga has been his path of remembering—of coming home to himself. And as he stands here today, he says he feels honoured to share that journey with all of you.
High Demanded Yoga & Healing Courses in Himalayan Yoga Association
Read Terms & Conditions Before Joining The 300 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh
All classes are mandatory only in case of an emergency or illness one can take leave with respected teacher permission. Uninformed leaves won’t be accepted and this will leave bad impression on student monthly performance.
Prerequisites – A high degree of self-motivation is required for all aspects of the course. The practice and especially the teaching of yoga demand a high degree of self-discipline and purity. To ensure the success of the program, participants are required to attend all spiritual activities, meditation sessions, lectures and asana classes. Meat, fish, eggs, black tea, coffee, alcohol, tobacco, drugs and nudity are prohibited during the course as they are counterproductive to the yoga practice. Participants who do not comply with the school rules may be dismissed from the course.
Discipline Rules for Students – Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in the school. If you are having a fast any day, you have to inform kitchen manager for avoiding food waste. Always make discipline, respect teachers and follow all rules. Always be in the time, you are late means will not be permitted to join class. Clear your books of account before departure from Himalayan Yoga Association. Before departure return your books, maps or any goods which you borrowed. Himalayan Yoga Association provides accommodation for a student who join the yoga course. So any friends or relatives will not be included in accommodation however they can stay in school by renting another room. Student have to be present in all scheduled program of Himalayan Yoga Association.
Once you made the booking amount deposit towards course fees kindly send us your payment receipt so that we can forward you an official booking confirmation letter. The remaining balance of the course fees will be charged on you arrival at School.
Refund Policy – Advance booking deposit is non refundable. We accept date rescheduling If you cancel the course after joining. We accept the cancellation but the course fees will not be refunded with the cancellation.