Learn and grow to become a certified yoga teacher
Our 300 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is a Yoga Alliance RYS 500 certified, 28-day residential advanced TTC in Tapovan, Rishikesh. It is designed for graduates of a 200-hour course who want to deepen their personal practice, sharpen their teaching, and qualify for Yoga Alliance RYT 500 registration. The programme is led by Bhupendra (E-RYT 500), our lead trainer, supported by senior teachers in Hatha alignment, Ashtanga Vinyasa, and yoga anatomy & philosophy. Learn what makes a comprehensive yoga teacher training course before you choose your school.
Where a 200-hour course gives you the foundation, the 300 hour yoga TTC in Rishikesh at Om Setu Yogashala is where you become a confident, well-rounded teacher. Trainees go deeper into advanced asana practice, refined alignment and adjustment, advanced pranayama, classical yoga philosophy (Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita), yoga anatomy and physiology, and supervised teaching practicum. Class sizes are deliberately small, so every trainee receives individual feedback — not just lectures. Explore the different paths of yoga to understand the tradition you are stepping into.
Rishikesh is the recognised home of yoga, and Tapovan — the quieter spiritual quarter above the river — is where most of the city's serious yoga schools are based. Our shala is a few minutes' walk from the Ganga, Vashistha Cave, and the forest trails up to Kunjapuri Temple. The morning air, the river, and the centuries of yogic practice in this geography are part of why a 300-hour course in Rishikesh is fundamentally different from one in your home city. You sleep, eat, study and practise yoga in the same place, surrounded by other serious practitioners, for 28 uninterrupted days.
Om Setu Yogashala is a Yoga Alliance registered school (RYS 200, RYS 500) founded in 2021 in Tapovan, Rishikesh. Our 300-hour TTC is intentionally small — we have trained 80+ certified 300-hour graduates since 2021, with most batches running with fewer than 8 trainees. That small-group format allows our lead trainer Bhupendra and our other senior teachers to give every student personal feedback on alignment, teaching style and adjustments throughout the four weeks.
The school is run personally by founder Anil, who lives on-site and looks after every batch — from arrival logistics to weekend excursions and post-graduation support. If you also want to deepen your retreat experience alongside the TTC, see our yoga retreat in Rishikesh, or if you are still completing your foundation, our 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh.
Advanced Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa asana — including inversions, arm balances and the intermediate primary series — with refined alignment, props and safe modifications.
Advanced pranayama techniques — Nadi Shodhana, Bhastrika, Surya Bhedana, Ujjayi — with safe sequencing, breath retention (kumbhaka) and effects on the nervous system.
Class sequencing, voice projection, hands-on adjustments, lesson planning and how to hold space for students of every level — mentored by our E-RYT 500 lead trainer.
In-depth study of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita — the eight limbs, kleshas, samadhi and the philosophical roots of advanced yoga practice.
Guided sessions in mindfulness, mantra, Yoga Nidra, Vipassana and Trataka — including how to teach meditation safely to your future students.
Functional anatomy of the spine, hips, shoulders and breath — with applied study of common asana injuries and how to sequence safely for different bodies.
Introduction to the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), daily routine (dinacharya) and how Ayurvedic principles complement an advanced yoga practice and teaching career.
Introduction to kundalini kriyas, the chakra system and energy locks (bandhas) — practised safely under the guidance of senior teachers.
Mula Bandha, Uddiyana Bandha and Jalandhara Bandha plus key hand mudras (Gyan, Chin, Shanmukhi) — and how to apply them in pranayama and meditation.
Steady-gaze concentration on a flame or symbol — a classical technique for developing focus, mental stillness and the foundation for deeper meditation.
Hands-on adjustment training, body mechanics, contraindications and how to safely guide students into deeper postures with confidence and care.
Train where yoga began, in the peaceful Himalayas
Rishikesh is recognised by UNESCO and the Government of India as the Yoga Capital of the World. Sitting at the foothills of the Himalayas where the Ganga emerges onto the plains, the town has been a centre of yoga and meditation for more than a thousand years — the original lineages of Hatha, Ashtanga, Sivananda and Iyengar all trace their modern roots back through teachers who lived and practised here. For a serious 300 hour yoga teacher training, the location itself is part of the curriculum.
Authentic Yoga Lineage: Most of India's senior yoga masters — Swami Sivananda, Swami Rama, B.K.S. Iyengar's mentor T. Krishnamacharya — trained in or around Rishikesh. Studying advanced yoga here means learning in the same geography where the practice itself was refined.
Tapovan — the Yogic Quarter: Our shala is located in Tapovan, the quieter spiritual neighbourhood above the river. Most of Rishikesh's serious RYS 500 schools are based here, surrounded by ashrams, vegetarian cafes, the Ganga, and forest trails leading to Vashistha Cave and Kunjapuri Temple.
Optimal Climate & Sattvic Environment: Rishikesh enjoys a moderate Himalayan climate — cool mornings perfect for asana and pranayama, mild afternoons for theory class. Alcohol and meat are not sold inside the town, which makes it naturally easier to maintain a sattvic, focused 28-day practice.
Exploration & Pilgrimage: Weekend excursions during your 300 hour TTC include the Beatles Ashram, Vashistha Cave, evening Ganga aarti at Parmarth Niketan and a sunrise hike to Kunjapuri Temple — all within 30 minutes of our school.
Learn and grow to become a certified yoga teacher
Om Setu Rishikesh is one of the best places in Rishikesh to start your journey of yoga. The yoga school is listed among the best yoga schools in India that is teaching authentic knowledge of yoga. Our well-known and experienced yoga teachers always assist you in soaking the maximum out of your yoga learning session in Rishikesh. For complete understanding, we have bifurcated our yoga curriculum into practical and theoretical sessions. Instituted in a naturalistic and tranquil environment, our yoga school in Rishikesh imparts a perfect yoga learning atmosphere.
300-hour yoga teacher training certification 2 daily Hatha & Ashtanga Yoga Asana classes Daily yoga anatomy and Philosophy classes. Daily Pranayama and Meditation / Mantra Chanting Class Weekly ShatKarma Kriya Daily 3 Vegetarian Meals 2 Excursion & 1- Ayurvedic Massage Weekly location site seeing of spiritual places 41 nights’ Single Accommodation (Private Room with Attached BathroomYour day-to-day guide for a balanced and fulfilling training
06:00 –07:00 Pranayama / Mantra
07:00 - 08:30 Yoga Asana Practice
08:30 - 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 11:00 Yoga Anatomy & Physiology
11:00 - 12:00Yoga Alignment
12:00 - 13:00Yoga Philosophy
13:00 - 14:00Lunch
14:00 - 16:00Rest Time
16:00 - 17:00 Ashtanga & Vinyasa Practice
17:00 - 18:00 Meditation / Yog Nidra
18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
19:00 - 21:00 Rest Time
21:00 Silence / Lights OFF
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Schedules are subject to changeLed by an E-RYT 500 Lead Trainer · Yoga Alliance RYS 500
Bhupendra is the lead trainer of our 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh. He holds Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 status — the credential that Yoga Alliance USA requires for any teacher leading a 300-hour course. His specialisation is pranayama and meditation, the two areas where most graduates of a 200-hour course feel they need the most depth before they teach.
In our 300-hour TTC, Bhupendra personally guides advanced pranayama techniques (Bhastrika, Nadi Shodhana, Bhramari, Kapalabhati and the bandhas), teaches the philosophy of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, and supervises the teaching practicum where every trainee teaches their peers under his observation. His teaching style is calm, technical and direct — the kind of teacher who tells you exactly what to fix and why.
Neelam leads the advanced Hatha asana sessions and the alignment & adjustment workshops. Her focus is teaching trainees how to see a student's body in a posture — and how to make a precise hands-on adjustment that is both safe and respectful.
Deepa teaches our Ashtanga Vinyasa component — covering the Primary Series in depth, vinyasa count, drishti, ujjayi breath, and the discipline of a daily Mysore-style practice. Essential for trainees who want to teach dynamic, breath-led classes.
Gokul anchors the yoga anatomy & physiology module and the deeper philosophy lectures (the eight limbs, the koshas, the gunas, key passages from the Bhagavad Gita). He bridges the gap between science and tradition that defines a good 300-hour teacher.
View full teacher profiles on our team page · or read our founder Anil's story.
Upcoming sessions and how to join
Date Availability Twin Shared Private Room Booking
1 Jan - 28 Jan Booking Closed ⛔ Twin Shared$1400 USD Private Room$1700 USD Unavailable
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You need to arrive a day before course start date.What you'll learn during the course
The theory is just as important as practising.
Note- Understanding how we can create a sequence for beginner practitioners and intermediate practitioners and what you need to do in class.
Comfortable living and healthy meals for your stay
A sattvic and healthy diet is always energetic. The importance of sattvic food to perform yoga at its best is described in many yogic books. A sattvic diet not only provides you with energy but also helps in controlling your senses. Thus to perform the utmost state of meditation or yoga you must avoid food with spices or a non-vegetarian diet.
The essence of yoga is incomplete without a proper yogic diet. Along with yoga learning and other aspects, Om Setu Yogashala also focuses on the food provided in our yoga school. During our yoga program, we prepare all meals following Ayurvedic principles to support yoga practice and healing. The use of fresh spices, Ayurvedic herbs, and fresh vegetable outlines our food preparation process.
Comfortable Stays for Your Yoga Journey in Rishikesh
During Yoga program, one of the major factors that affect the choice is accommodation. A cozy and comfortable stay in the lap of nature accelerates the efficiency of yoga learning. It's always a blissful experience when a person practices in the calm and energetic atmosphere of Rishikesh. Understanding this, we instituted our accommodation facility in the stillness of the holy city. Our residential premises is situated in between nature. To make a memorable stay in Rishikesh, we equipped our accommodation facilities with all modern amenities.
Ranging from our mattress to the hot and cold water supply, we offer each and everything to our yoga students. Our motto is to provide the essence and comfort of your home. This in turn helps in cultivating the best out of yoga classes. The chirping sounds of birds and spiritual chanting outside render the best yoga-learning atmosphere. One can quest shops for necessities such as groceries, banks, ATMs, medical stores, etc nearby our residential premises. The whole premises is equipped with CCTV surveillance and a WiFi facility.
Our primary yoga teacher training accommodation with comfortable rooms, attached bathrooms, and peaceful surroundings.
Extra benefits to enhance your experience
Getting started and what to expect on the first day
Your 300 hour yoga teacher training begins on the official arrival day — usually the day before classes start. Our team meets you at the school, helps with check-in, shows you to your private or twin room, and gives you a quick walk-through of the campus, dining hall, yoga shalas and meditation hall.
In the evening we hold a short welcome ceremony with our founder Anil and the teaching team. You receive your course manual, daily schedule and reading list, meet your fellow trainees, and get a chance to ask any final questions about the four weeks ahead. Formal classes — pranayama, asana, philosophy and anatomy — begin the next morning at 6:00 AM.
Our team of experienced instructors offers expert guidance in Yoga Retreats and Yoga Teacher Training in India. With decades of combined experience, they bring authentic knowledge of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga, Pranayama, Meditation, and more — rooted in the yogic traditions of Rishikesh.
Earn a recognized certification upon completion
Om Setu Yogashala is a Yoga Alliance USA registered school (RYS 200 and RYS 500). On successful completion of all 300 hours of training, attendance and the final teaching practicum, you receive an official 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate from Om Setu Yogashala (course code OSY-300HR-YTTC).
With this certificate, you can register your training directly with Yoga Alliance USA. If you have already completed a 200-hour course at any RYS school, your combined credentials qualify you to register as RYT 500 — the most globally recognised yoga teaching credential. Our certificate is recognised by yoga studios, retreats, fitness centres and wellness brands worldwide.
Our lead trainer Bhupendra holds Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 status — a Yoga Alliance requirement for any school running a 300-hour TTC. You can verify our school's credentials directly on the Yoga Alliance directory.
Om Setu Yogashala is a registered yoga school (RYS) with Yoga Alliance USA. Our 200 and 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses in India are globally recognized, giving our graduates the certification needed to teach yoga internationally with confidence.
Certified by Yoga Alliance USA
Certified by Yoga Alliance USA
How to apply and what you need to get started
Our 300 hour yoga teacher training is an advanced programme. To get the most out of the four weeks — and to keep the group at a consistent level — we ask that all applicants meet the following criteria:
A completed 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate from any Yoga Alliance RYS school (or equivalent).Minimum 1 year of consistent personal yoga practice after your 200-hour course.Reasonable physical health — if you have an injury or chronic condition, please disclose it on the application form so we can advise.Working knowledge of conversational English (all classes are taught in English).Genuine interest in deepening your practice and teaching career — this is not a beginner retreat.Joining our 300 hour TTC is straightforward. Most students complete the booking process in 24–48 hours:
Step 1 – Apply: Fill the short enrolment form on our enrol page with your yoga background and preferred batch dates.Step 2 – Confirmation Call: Our founder Anil personally reviews each application and gets in touch via email or WhatsApp to confirm your suitability and answer any questions.Step 3 – Reserve Your Seat: Pay a USD 100 deposit (PayPal, Wise or bank transfer) to lock in your spot — batches are capped at 10 trainees.Step 4 – Pre-Arrival Pack: You receive your detailed schedule, reading list, packing checklist and airport pickup details one month before the course starts.Step 5 – Arrive in Rishikesh: Pay the remaining course fee on arrival in cash, card or bank transfer — whichever is most convenient. A reservation requires a deposit of USD 100 . The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled. 
We've just returned from a phenomenal 10 day retreat with Om Setu in Tapovan, Rishikesh. When we initially booked our trip some months ago we were overwhelmed by there being so many yoga companies in Rishikesh to choose from. We didn't know for sure what we would experience when deciding upon Om Setu. Any uncertainties soon dispersed upon arrival & meeting our host. Over the course of our 10 day trip, They were the perfect hosts and took very good care of our needs immersing us into cultural and local excursions and ceremonies & experiences. Teachers are friendly, insightful & talented meditation & pranayama teacher and kind & thoughtful host. As a result, our trip was an unforgettable experience. We have so many beautiful memories which we will hold dear in our hearts & will be returning. If you are considering an immersive experience of Rishikesh with a caring company then look no further than Om Setu, I highly recommend & rest assured you will be in good hands. 🙏🧡🇮🇳🧘♂️
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United Kingdom
I cannot speak highly enough of Om Setu Yogashala. We were so well looked after by Host and his team. The quality and professionalism of the teachers was outstanding. Arti is a fantastic yoga teacher and Ayurvedic practitioner. Bhuppi is an exceptional Pranayama and Meditation teacher who generously shares his knowledge and wisdom. All this on the banks of the river Ganges. Perfect location. Host has organised a wonderful schedule which includes many excursions and everyone is so giving of their time. Felt very well looked after. Really going to miss all people. It was quite sad to say goodbye.
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We visited for a 5 day yoga retreat. We had an amazing experience both on the retreat doing yoga and meditation but also doing the other activities on the schedule which they generously gave their time to. It trully was a wonderful experience and we will return to beautiful Rishikesh and Om Setu Yogashala retreat. Namaste 🙏
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You will have an amazing experience if you chose this retreat in Rishikesh. Host is one of the most genuine kind and caring people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. He ensures that every day of your yoga retreat experience is wonderful, nothing is too much trouble, he is flexible and will adjust the timetable in any way you wish to ensure that every experience you hope for is achieved. He took such good care of us that by the time we left we felt a bond like we were family. Bhupi Ji is a remarkable teacher of meditation, pranayama and yoga / Hindu philosophy and a wonderful human being, we learned so much from him and he took equally good care of us along with our incredible excursions. The location of the accommodation is outstanding - you open your room door directly onto a terrace which is on the beach of the beautiful Ganga. Located at the edge of Tapovan this is a tranquil and beautiful spot. I cannot recommend this experience more highly.
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Questions You May Have
Engaging activities to enrich your yoga journey
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The scheduling of activities like sunrise treks and Ganga Aarti ceremonies varies based on weather and transportation. We decide on these experiences week by week to ensure the best possible conditions for our participants.Easy directions to get to Rishikesh
The nearest airport is Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport, DED) — just 35 km from our school, around 45 minutes by taxi. International trainees usually fly to Delhi (DEL) and either take a connecting flight to Dehradun or a taxi/train onwards to Rishikesh. We can arrange airport pickup from either airport on request.
The closest railway stations are Haridwar Junction (HW), 25 km away, and Rishikesh Station (RKSH), 7 km away. From Delhi, the daily Shatabdi and Jan Shatabdi expresses reach Haridwar in around 4–5 hours; a short taxi from there brings you straight to our shala in Tapovan.
A pre-booked private taxi from Delhi airport to Om Setu Yogashala takes about 6 hours. We can arrange a verified driver who knows the route to Tapovan — fares are listed in the table below. Taxis from Dehradun airport take roughly 45 minutes.
Volvo and government buses run frequently from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Rishikesh (around 7 hours). From the Rishikesh bus stand, a local taxi or auto-rickshaw to Tapovan costs INR 200–300 and takes 15 minutes.
| Delhi to Om Setu Yogashala | USD 70 / INR 5500 |
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| Dehradun to Om Setu Yogashala | USD 15 / INR 1,200 |
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