Best Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh 2026

Rishikesh is the world's yoga capital, and it is home to hundreds of yoga schools offering teacher training courses of every duration and style. That makes it genuinely difficult to know which school to trust, especially if this is your first time enrolling in a YTTC. We at Om Setu Yogashala want to help you make that decision with clear, checkable facts rather than marketing claims, whether you end up training with us or somewhere else.

There are a handful of factors that matter far more than a glossy website: is the school actually registered with Yoga Alliance, who is teaching your classes and what are their real credentials, how many students are in each batch, and can you verify any of this yourself before you pay a deposit. Below, we walk through each of these, then show exactly how our own 100, 200 and 300-hour programs compare, so you can judge for yourself.

Evaluation Criteria

What Makes a Yoga Teacher Training "the Best"?

Start with accreditation. A genuine Yoga Alliance registered school will give you a real registration number that you can look up yourself on the Yoga Alliance website, not just a badge on the homepage. Next, look at who is actually teaching. Ask for the lead trainer's credential (ours is Bhupendra Nautiyal, E-RYT 500) and check whether the curriculum is delivered by that trainer personally or handed off to rotating junior staff. Batch size matters just as much as the certificate: a course with 30-40 students in one hall cannot give you hands-on alignment correction, while a batch of 6-10 lets every trainee get individual attention every day.

Beyond the classroom, check the fundamentals: is the curriculum a proper mix of asana, pranayama, philosophy, anatomy and teaching methodology, or mostly asana practice with certification tacked on? Are the reviews genuine and traceable to a real Google Business profile, and can you read a range of them rather than three hand-picked quotes? And practically — is the accommodation, food and daily schedule spelled out clearly before you book, with no vague promises about "world-class facilities"? Judge every school you're considering, including us, against these same questions.

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Compare Our Courses: Duration & Fees at a Glance

We run 100, 200 and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training courses, plus a shorter 50-hour Pranayama & Meditation program, all Yoga Alliance registered and taught by the same core faculty. Every course starts on the 1st of the month, runs in batches of 6-10 students, and includes accommodation, sattvic meals and study materials in the fee shown below.

All our teacher training programs, side by side. Prices are per person, twin shared, in USD.
Program	Duration	Best For	From
100-Hour YTT	13 Days / 12 Nights	Deepening your own practice, short intensive.	$699
200-Hour YTT	24 Days / 23 Nights	Our most popular course. A full teaching certification.	$1150
300-Hour YTT	28 Days / 27 Nights	Advanced training toward RYT 500, after your 200-hour.	$1299
50-Hour Pranayama & Meditation	7 Days	A focused week on breathwork and meditation only.	Tuition On Request

See the full 100 vs 200 vs 300-hour comparison →

Format & Style

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If you already know which style you want to specialise in, these pages go deeper into curriculum and format:

Hatha Yoga TTC

Ashtanga & Vinyasa TTC

Multi-Style TTC

Small-Group Training

Residential Training

Fees, Dates & Availability

Honest Comparison

How We Compare to Other Rishikesh Schools

Om Setu Yogashala is a Yoga Alliance USA registered school (RYS 200, registration #435782), which you can verify yourself on the Yoga Alliance directory rather than take our word for it. Every module — asana, pranayama, philosophy, anatomy and teaching methodology — is taught by our own faculty, led personally by E-RYT 500 trainer Bhupendra Nautiyal, not outsourced to guest teachers who rotate in and out of different schools.

We deliberately cap batches at 6-10 students so every trainee gets hands-on correction, rather than filling a hall to maximise revenue. Our campus is in Tapovan, on the quieter side of the Ganga, with sattvic vegetarian meals from our own kitchen and twin-shared or private rooms included in the course fee. We'd rather you compare us honestly against other schools on these same points than take a "best" label at face value — ours included.

What Our Graduates Say

4.9 out of 5 stars from 150 Google reviews

Over 90 students have completed our yoga teacher training courses in Rishikesh since 2021. Here's what a few of them have to say about the training, the teachers, and life on campus.

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. 🙏🧡🇮🇳🧘‍♂️

Heidi McKay

United Kingdom

Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas on the bendy bank of the river Ganges is the Om Setu Yogashala 🧘🏻‍♀️🧡 You’d think, that because of the stunning mountain back drop and mesmerising green flow of the sacred river just a stones throw from your room, that it’s all about the location. But its not just that - the amazing programme put together for my best friend and me was delivered by the loveliest human beings I’ve ever met, and it’s people that make your memories and experiences so special. All are funny, kind and welcoming and love to share their knowledge with you. If you go, (and you really should!!), say hello to my far away friends for me. 🥰But not to worry if you forget - I will return!✨ …Oh and just a heads up; it’s really quite windy in the mornings on the Ganges, so take a hoodie!!

Bonnie Blanco

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.

Deirdre Martinz

Australia

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 🙏

Colette Wood

United Kingdom

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.

Karen Clark

United Kingdom

FAQs

Honestly no. Someone who just wants to deepen their own practice needs something different than someone who wants a globally recognised teaching certification. Pick by your goal and the hours you need, not by any ranking list.

No. Most of our students arrive as complete beginners. Our 100 and 200-hour courses are both open to first-timers, and teachers adjust every pose for your level.

If you only want to deepen your personal practice, 100-hour is enough. If you want a globally recognised teaching credential, start with 200-hour. If you already hold a 200-hour and want RYT 500, add the 300-hour.

Yes. We are a Yoga Alliance USA registered school (RYS 200, registration #435782), so graduates can register as RYT worldwide after completing their course.

6 to 10 students per batch, so every trainee gets hands-on correction and personal attention from the lead trainer.

Yes. Lead trainer Bhupendra Nautiyal is E-RYT 500, and every faculty member teaching a module is a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.

The Best Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh — What to Look For (and Why Om Setu)

What Makes a Yoga Teacher Training "the Best"?

Compare Our Courses: Duration & Fees at a Glance

Or Choose by Teaching Style

How We Compare to Other Rishikesh Schools