200 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training + Aerial Yoga TTC in Rishikesh, India

Become a Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Teacher through comprehensive Multi-Style Yoga training, including Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin, and Aerial Yoga. Deepen your practice, develop the skills to teach with confidence, and experience authentic yogic living in the yoga capital of the world.

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Rishikesh Yog Kendra

200 Hour Yoga + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Course Highlights

  • Duration 29 Days
  • Language Hindi / English
  • Module Residential with Meals
  • Level Beginner to Intermediate
  • Certification 200 Hour + 50 Hour Aerial
  • Style Multi Style — Hatha, Vinyasa & Aerial
  • Date 3rd of Every Month

200 + 50 Hrs Aerial YTTC Fee

29 Days
  • Private Room Own bathroom, single occupancy $1,249 $1,449
  • Two Shared Room Shared with one roommate $1,049 $1,249
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Some students want more than one path in a single trip. The 200 Hour Yoga + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh at Rishikesh Yog Kendra brings two courses together in one residential month: a complete, multi-style 200 hour foundation and a 50 hour specialisation in aerial yoga. You leave qualified to teach traditional yoga and with a modern speciality that studios increasingly look for.

The 200 hour part is the heart of it. Over the course, you build a genuine foundation in traditional Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa, along with pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy and the teaching skills that turn practice into the ability to guide a class. This portion is registered with Yoga Alliance, so graduates can apply for the internationally recognised RYT 200 credential.

The 50 hour aerial component adds something distinct. Using a soft fabric hammock, aerial yoga supports the body in a new relationship with gravity, and here it is taught on that same traditional foundation rather than as a set of tricks. You learn to practise and teach aerial safely, with attention to alignment, breath and, above all, the well being of your future students.

The combined course runs over 29 days and is fully residential, in Rishikesh, where yoga has been taught for generations. Classes stay small, so your teachers know you and can guide you personally through both the grounded and the aerial work. Accommodation and satvik meals are included, and the setting gives you the time and focus a serious month of training needs.

If you want to become a well-rounded teacher, grounded in tradition and equipped with a sought-after speciality, this combined 200 hour and 50 hour aerial yoga teacher training is built to take you there.

Course Overview

200 Hour Yoga + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training Course Overview

Students practising asana during the 200 hour multistyle yoga teacher training in Rishikesh
The Course

The 200 Hour + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training at Rishikesh Yog Kendra is a 29-day residential course in Rishikesh, India, that combines a Yoga Alliance registered 200 hour multi-style training with a 50 hour aerial yoga specialisation. It covers Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology and safe aerial practice. Graduates can register as an RYT 200 and receive a 50 hour aerial yoga certificate.

This course is really two trainings woven into one month. The larger part is a complete 200 hour multi-style yoga teacher training, the internationally recognised foundation for teaching. The second is a focused 50 hour aerial yoga specialisation. Taking them together saves time and cost compared with doing them separately, and it means the aerial work rests on a proper grounding in traditional yoga from the start.

The 200 hour portion is registered with Yoga Alliance, so on completion you can apply to register as an RYT 200. The 50 hour aerial portion is a specialisation with its own certificate, taught with the same emphasis on safety and understanding.

Teacher giving a hands-on adjustment during a multistyle yoga teacher training class
What You Learn

The combined course runs for 29 days and is fully residential. Living on campus means you practise every day in a steady rhythm, moving between grounded and aerial work, with your teachers close at hand. Instruction is given in English and Hindi, and the course welcomes students from beginner to intermediate level.

Across the month you cover:

  • Traditional Hatha yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa, with alignment and hands-on adjustment.
  • Pranayama, meditation and mantra.
  • Yoga philosophy, including the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
  • Anatomy and physiology, both physical and subtle.
  • Teaching methodology, sequencing and practice teaching.
  • Aerial yoga: safe use of the hammock, aerial postures and inversions, and how to teach them.
Residential campus life and satvik meals during the multistyle yoga course in Rishikesh
Living & Learning

The fee covers your stay and food. You choose a private or shared room, and fresh satvik vegetarian meals are prepared each day. By the end of the 29 days you have two qualifications and a rounded skill set: a Yoga Alliance registered foundation in traditional yoga, and a modern aerial speciality, taught safely and in one place.

Before You Book

Who is the 200 Hour + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training for?

This course suits people who want both a recognised foundation in traditional yoga and a modern aerial speciality in a single trip. It is open to beginners and intermediate practitioners, and it fits aspiring teachers, existing movement professionals, and dedicated practitioners who want to train intensively over one month. No prior aerial experience is required.

A 29-day course is a serious commitment, so it helps to know whether it fits you before you book. The short answer is that it is built for people who want to make the most of one trip to Rishikesh by leaving with two qualifications.

This course is likely a good fit if you recognise yourself in any of these:

  • You want two qualifications in one visit

    Rather than travelling twice, you would prefer to complete your 200 hour foundation and an aerial speciality together, and save time and cost in the process.

  • You are drawn to aerial work but want it done properly

    You like the idea of teaching aerial yoga, but you want it built on real yoga knowledge and safety rather than learned as isolated tricks.

  • You are a beginner ready for an intensive month

    You are new to yoga but committed, and you want a thorough grounding plus a speciality from the start.

  • You are a movement professional

    You teach yoga, Pilates, fitness or dance and want both a recognised yoga foundation and a fresh aerial offering for your students.

The course welcomes a range of ages and fitness levels, and it is taught in English and Hindi, so international students can follow every session. Because groups are small, beginners are supported and stronger practitioners are given room to go deeper.

Be realistic about the month. This is a residential, full-time course with early mornings, a demanding schedule and both grounded and aerial practice. You do not need to arrive fit, flexible or experienced in aerial, but you do need to arrive ready to practise, study and stay engaged. If a full month is more than you can take on right now, our shorter eleven-day foundation is a gentler place to begin, though it is a school foundation course and does not carry the Yoga Alliance RYT 200 qualification.

If that sounds like you, this combined training is very likely a strong fit.

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Rishikesh Yog Kendra

Why choose Rishikesh Yog Kendra for this combined training?

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Experience

Rishikesh Yog Kendra teaches both traditional and aerial yoga in the same school, in small groups, with experienced teachers and personal guidance. The 200 hour portion is Yoga Alliance registered, the aerial component is taught safely on that foundation, and the residential setting in Rishikesh lets you complete two qualifications in one focused month.

Combining two courses only works if both are taught well, so it is fair to ask what stands behind ours.

  1. Certificate ceremony closing a teacher training course at Rishikesh Yog Kendra Students practising on the aerial hammock

    Two qualifications, one month

    You complete a Yoga Alliance registered 200 hour training and a 50 hour aerial speciality together, which is more efficient in time and cost than doing them separately.

  2. Alignment and anatomy taught alongside the aerial practice Breath work and seated practice underpinning the aerial module

    Aerial built on tradition

    Because the aerial component sits on a full 200 hour foundation, you teach it with real understanding of alignment, breath and anatomy, not as a routine of shapes.

  3. Students gathered at Rishikesh Yog Kendra during a teacher training Hands-on adjustment given to a student mid-posture

    A recognised foundation

    The 200 hour portion is registered with Yoga Alliance, so graduates can apply for the internationally recognised RYT 200 credential.

  4. Teacher explaining alignment to a student during a yoga class Instructor leading a small group through a guided practice

    Small groups and personal attention

    Groups are kept small, so your teachers can correct you by hand and adapt to how you learn, which matters especially in aerial work.

  5. Supervised aerial practice with the teacher close at hand Students checking the hammock set-up before practice

    Safety at the centre

    Setting up and checking the hammock, working within your range, and keeping students safe are built into the aerial sessions from the first day.

  6. A small batch practising together in the yoga hall Satvik vegetarian meals served daily to students

    Everything taken care of

    The course is residential, with clean rooms and fresh satvik meals included, so your energy can stay on the training.

Choosing a school is about trust, and trust matters even more when a course combines two disciplines. We would rather earn it through careful teaching and honest description than through any promise.

The Syllabus

What Will You Learn During the 200 Hour + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training?

You learn the foundations of traditional yoga, Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy and teaching methodology, and you also learn to practise and teach aerial yoga safely using the hammock. The course develops both your personal practice and your ability to teach grounded and aerial classes with confidence.

The month is organised so the traditional foundation comes first and the aerial work builds on it. Each area supports the others, and together they prepare you to teach a range of classes. The subjects below form the core of the training.

Part I Practice, Philosophy & Foundational Wisdom

  1. Traditional Hatha Yoga

    The Root

    You learn the traditional Himalayan style of Hatha, working through the classical asana groups with alignment and adjustment, and adapting each posture to your own body. This builds the steadiness and control that everything else, including the aerial work, rests upon.

  2. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

    Dynamic Flow

    You study the dynamic, breath-linked flow of Ashtanga Vinyasa: how sequences are built, how one posture leads to the next, and how to teach a flowing class safely for different levels.

  3. Pranayama and Breathwork

    Breath & Prana

    You learn the science of prana and a set of breathing techniques, along with the theory behind them and how to prepare the body and sit correctly for practice.

  4. Meditation and Mantra

    Mental Mastery

    You are guided from concentration toward meditation, learning practical techniques to steady the mind, together with the mantra chanting that is woven through the course.

  5. Yoga Philosophy

    Ancient Roots

    You explore the roots of the tradition and the essentials of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, including the eight limbs of yoga, so your teaching rests on understanding rather than routine.

  6. Yoga Anatomy

    Safety First

    You study the body in two ways, physical and subtle: how the body moves and where care is needed, and the energetic anatomy of nadis, chakras and koshas. This knowledge is what lets you teach both grounded and aerial classes safely.

  7. Teaching Methodology

    The Craft

    You learn to structure and sequence a class, give clear and safe instructions, demonstrate and adjust, and you practise teaching itself, so you finish having led a class rather than only imagined it.

Part II The Aerial Specialisation

  1. The 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Specialisation

    The Hammock

    This is where the aerial component comes in. You learn how the aerial hammock works, how to set it up and check it, and how the body should make contact with the fabric. You build a repertoire of aerial postures and inversions, learn to move safely between them, and study how to sequence and teach an aerial class. Throughout, safety and alignment come first, so you leave able to teach aerial yoga responsibly. It is also offered as the same aerial syllabus taught on its own, for teachers who already hold a 200 hour qualification.

Curriculum

Curriculum of the 200 Hour Yoga + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga TTC

200 + 50 Hour

50 Hour Aerial Yoga

Yoga class at Rishikesh Yog Kendra

Fifty hours of aerial training run alongside the 200 hour syllabus, taught on the hammock from the ground up — no aerial experience is assumed.

  • 50 hours of comprehensive training in Aerial Yoga
  • Understanding the significance of body movement on the hammock
  • In-depth anatomy lessons focused on the safety of each posture
  • Recognising the pitfalls a student is likely to meet
  • Developing your own personalised aerial flows
  • Practical teaching experience on the hammock
  • A Sound Healing session included in the training

A mantra is a collection of words containing specific sounds and vibrations, passed down by ancient yogis and seers. It provides significant physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.

  • What is Mantra
  • Benefits of Mantra
  • Art and science of Mantra
  • Mantra and its power
  • Sound vibration
  • Aum mantra
  • Guru Mantra
  • Shiva Mantra
  • Gayatri Mantra
  • Kundalini Mantra

We teach the ancient Hatha Yoga style practiced by Himalayan Masters. The main aim is to help you achieve good health and a peaceful mind. Below is the list of asana series:

  • Pavan Muktasana series 1 (15)
  • Pavan Muktasana series 2 (10)
  • Pavan Muktasana series 3 (10)
  • Centering postures (5)
  • Surya Namaskar (12)
  • Chandra Namaskar (12)
  • Standing & Kneeling series
  • Sitting & Forward bending
  • Backward bending & Supine
  • Prone & Fire series
  • Inversions & Twisting
  • Balancing & Relaxing postures
  • Meditative Asana Series

Theories: Principles of Hatha Yoga, Ancient Scriptures, Yoga as Therapy, and its relationship with Chakras & Kundalini.

  • What is Vinyasa Flow vs. Vinyasa
  • Origins and development
  • The art of teaching Vinyasa Flow
  • Crafting sequences for varied classes
  • Strategies to identify and correct bad habits

Pranayama is the central practice in traditional yoga, channeling life force (Prana) to achieve health, peace, balance, and awakening of kundalini.

Week 1: Building strength and a step-by-step understanding of Prana.

Week 2: Moving to deeper understanding and practices.

  • What is Prana & Pranayama
  • Connection between Breath & Prana
  • Importance & Benefits
  • Ancient Texts of Breathing
  • Activating Nostrils & Breath flow
  • Unit & Function of Prana
  • Three Levels & Three Gunas
  • Retention of breath
  • 6 Sitting positions
  • Prana, Chakras & Kundalini
  • Nadi Shodhana & Anuloma Viloma
  • Bastrika & Kapalbhati
  • Brahmari

After stabilizing posture and purifying energy, we equip you with effective techniques to build a strong foundation for heightened concentration and awareness.

  • History & Philosophy
  • Preparation & Sitting Positions
  • Correct Breathing & Relaxation
  • Lifestyle, Diet, Sleep & Rules
  • Himalayan Meditation Practices
  • Nada Meditation
  • Active & Kundalini Meditation
  • Mantra, Kirtan & Japa recitation
  • Silence Practice
  • What is Satkarma
  • Benefits and Risks
  • Who Should and Should Not Practice
  • Preparation & Aftercare
  • Jiwa dhauti & Data-Dhauti
  • Karna-Dhauti
  • Rubber Neti & Jalaneti
  • Kapalbhati & Agnisara

Yoga philosophy changes lives. We cover the Yoga Sutra, Bhagawat Geeta, and Upanishads, taking you on a profound journey of wisdom.

  • Indian Culture & Himalayan Tradition
  • 9 Major Indian Philosophies
  • History & Types of Yoga
  • Patanjali & Yoga Sutra
  • Eight Limbs of Yoga
  • Yamas & Niyamas
  • Philosophy of Asana & Pranayama
  • Science of Karma
  • Body Structure & Planes
  • Anatomical Movements
  • Bones of the Skull & Spine
  • Shoulder Girdle & Pelvic Region
  • Tendons, Ligaments, and Muscular System
  • Nervous & Respiratory System
  • Nadi (Energy Channels)
  • Chakras (Energy Centres)
  • Kundalini & Panchakosha (5 Layers)
  • Pancha Mahabhuta (5 Elements)
  • Tri-Guna (Three Attributes)
  • Secrets of Divine Gestures
  • Position of Elements in Hands
  • Need, Importance & Advantages
  • Key Mudras during Meditation
  • Meaning & Importance of Energy Locks
  • Why Energy gets Drained
  • Three Chakras (Muladhara, Manipura, Visuddhi)
  • Benefits & Risks
  • Agnisar & Ashwini Mudra
  • Vajroli Mudra
  • Mula, Uddiyana & Jalandhara Bandha
  • How to avoid forgetting sequences
  • Injury prevention & class management
  • Working with all levels
  • Providing a meditative experience
  • Proper Demonstration & Instruction
  • Proper alignment & adjustment with props
  • Yogic personality establishment
  • Sense & Role of Alignment
  • Balancing Prana & Chakras
  • How alignment works in 5 Koshas
  • Decreasing risk of injuries
  • Upper & Lower Limb alignment
  • Torso, Thorax & Pelvis Alignment
  • Head, Neck & Spinal alignment
  • Level of Yoga Adjustment
  • Right technique & when to apply bandha
  • How to adjust yourself & others
  • Using tools & props to achieve peak posture
  • Body weight management
  • Safety rules and preparations
  • Performance during the course
  • Attendance
  • Practical Asana demonstration test
  • Written test (Objective & Subjective)
  • Behavioral evaluation
Daily Schedule

What is the Daily Schedule for the 200 + 50 Hour Aerial Yoga TTC?

A gentle rhythm — from first breath at dawn to stillness at night.

  1. Dawn

    05:30 — 07:00
    • Wake Up Time 05:30
    • Shatkriyas (Jal Neti / Eyes Cleansing) 06:30 – 07:00

  2. Morning

    07:00 — 10:00
    • Hatha Flow and Pranayama 07:00 – 08:45
    • Breakfast 09:00 – 10:00

  3. Midday

    11:00 — 14:30
    • Yoga Philosophy 11:00 – 12:00
    • Yoga Anatomy 12:15 – 13:15
    • Lunch 13:30 – 14:30

  4. Afternoon

    14:30 — 18:15
    • Self-study 14:30 – 15:30
    • Aerial Yoga on the Hammock 15:30 – 16:30
    • Vinyasa Yoga and Adjustment 16:30 – 18:15

  5. Evening

    18:30 — 20:30
    • Meditation 18:30 – 19:30
    • Dinner 19:30 – 20:30

  6. Night

    20:30 — 21:30
    • Self-study 20:30 – 21:30
    • Lights Off 21:30

* Schedule may vary slightly depending on the programme and season

Yoga Alliance Certified

Your Certification: RYT 200 Plus a 50 Hour Aerial Yoga Certificate

On successful completion, you receive a Yoga Alliance registered 200 hour certificate from Rishikesh Yog Kendra, which makes you eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200, and a separate 50 hour aerial yoga certificate for the specialisation. So you leave with an internationally recognised teaching qualification and a documented aerial speciality.

Certification on this course comes in two parts, so it is worth understanding clearly.

Yoga Alliance RYS 200 certificate of registration for Rishikesh Yog Kendra
Yoga Alliance
  • Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500
  • Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider YACEP

  1. The 200 hour portion

    The 200 hour portion is a Yoga Alliance registered training. When you complete it, you receive your certificate from Rishikesh Yog Kendra, and you become eligible to apply to Yoga Alliance to register as an RYT 200, a Registered Yoga Teacher at the 200-hour level. That credential is recognised by studios and employers worldwide. When you are ready to go further, the 300 hour advanced training builds on it toward RYT 500.

  2. The 50 hour aerial portion

    The 50 hour aerial portion is a specialisation. On completing it you receive a 50 hour aerial yoga certificate from Rishikesh Yog Kendra, confirming your training to teach aerial yoga safely. Together, the two give you a recognised foundation and a modern speciality from a single course.

  3. Why the combination is useful

    For a teacher, this combination is genuinely useful. The RYT 200 lets you teach traditional yoga almost anywhere, while the aerial certificate lets you offer a distinctive class that many studios are keen to add.

Course Fee

Course Fee, Dates & Registration

Every batch begins on the 3rd of the month and runs 29 days. Tuition, accommodation and three sattvic meals a day are included, and the fee covers both certifications — the 200 hour training and the 50 hour aerial module.

Course Timeline

September 2026 Sep 3 - Oct 1, 2026
October 2026 Oct 3 - 31, 2026
November 2026 Nov 3 - Dec 1, 2026
December 2026 Dec 3 - 31, 2026
January 2027 Jan 3 - 31, 2027
February 2027 Feb 3 - Mar 3, 2027
March 2027 Mar 3 - 31, 2027
April 2027 Apr 3 - May 1, 2027
May 2027 May 3 - 31, 2027
June 2027 Jun 3 - Jul 1, 2027
July 2027 Jul 3 - 31, 2027
August 2027 Aug 3 - 31, 2027

Course Fees

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  • Daily Yoga Classes
  • 3 Meals Daily
  • Course Materials
  • 200 Hour + 50 Hour Certificates
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What We Offer

What's Included & Not Included in the Course Fee

Here is exactly what the fee for the 200 Hour Yoga plus 50 Hour Aerial Yoga TTC covers, and what it does not. The course is residential, so your stay, your meals and everything you need for daily practice are already included — and we would rather be plain about the few things that sit outside it than leave you to find out later.

Yoga practice in Rishikesh
We Offer

What's Included

Everything covered inside your program fee

  • Accommodation Private or shared room for all 29 days of the course
  • Sattvic Meals 3 vegetarian meals with herbal tea daily
  • Yoga Materials & Props All materials needed for practice, including the aerial hammocks
  • Two Certifications 200 Hour YTT certificate and 50 Hour Aerial Yoga certificate
  • Sound Healing Session Included as part of the aerial module
  • Weekly Excursions Sunday tours to local attractions and refreshing activities
  • WiFi Access High-speed internet throughout the campus
  • Workshops & Lectures Regular guest lectures from yogic experts
All inclusions are part of the program fee
Travel and personal expenses
We Don't Offer

Not Included

Good to know before you book

  • Travel Costs Travel to and from the yoga institute
  • Personal Expenses Laundry, telephone and any extra meals
  • Optional Activities Additional activities or trips not mentioned in the program
  • Extra Stay Any stay beyond the course dates
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Excursion

Excursions Included in Your Training in Rishikesh

We strongly believe that a student needs practical exposure apart from book knowledge to have a great career. For the same reason, we organise weekly excursions to various holy sites as well as picturesque sites in Rishikesh. The excursions are an important part of the curriculum. You can avail yourself of the opportunities to practice yoga and meditation in some of the serene and tranquil spots in the region.

Rishikesh has some famous spots, like Kunjapuri Temple, Ganga beach, Rishi Vasishta’s Cave, and the Beatles Ashram. Many tourists also throng the region for various pursuits. You can experience the heights of spirituality at such places. Moreover, you can establish a stronger connection with nature. So, it is important for you to go on such excursions as part of your training in Rishikesh.

  • Kunjapuri Temple excursion during the training in Rishikesh
    Kunjapuri Temple
    Sunrise Trek
  • Ganga Beach excursion during the training in Rishikesh
    Ganga Beach
    River Meditation
  • Rishi Vasishta's Cave excursion during the training in Rishikesh
    Rishi Vasishta's Cave
    Sacred Site
  • Beatles Ashram excursion during the training in Rishikesh
    Beatles Ashram
    Heritage Walk
Life on Campus

Discover life at
Rishikesh Yog Kendra

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Life here is as much a part of the training as the classes themselves. Days begin early with practice, meals are simple and satvik, and there is quiet time to study, rest or walk down to the Ganga. Students arrive from all over the world and rarely leave as strangers. See it for yourself below.

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Our Team

Learn from Certified Yoga Instructors

You will only ever learn yoga as well as the people teaching it, so this is where the course is truly decided. Our instructors are certified teachers with years behind them — both in their own practice and in the classroom — and each brings real depth to their subject, whether that is Hatha, Vinyasa, aerial, philosophy, anatomy or meditation. Vimlesh Joshi Ji, who founded the school, teaches the aerial work himself alongside Hatha and Ashtanga. Just as important, they teach with patience: they take time to explain the reasoning behind each practice, correct you personally, and answer your questions, so you grow into a confident teacher rather than someone who has only memorised a sequence. Meet the team below.

Vimlesh Joshi Ji, yoga teacher at Rishikesh Yog Kendra

Vimlesh Joshi Ji

Founder · Hatha, Aerial & Ashtanga

Founder of Rishikesh Yog Kendra, Vimlesh Ji has spent more than a decade teaching Hatha, Aerial and Ashtanga yoga in the Himalayan tradition.

  • Morning practice at Rishikesh Yog Kendra
  • Group yoga session in Rishikesh
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Food & Accommodation

Accommodation, Satvik Meals & Campus Life

Participants can expect comfortable, tidy accommodation with free Wi-Fi throughout. Each room has an attached bathroom, and you can choose single or shared occupancy depending on what suits you. Everything you need for the teacher training is provided in the room.

A serene garden surrounds the accommodation, with views of the mountains at sunrise, and the rooms are spacious enough to sit and meditate in without disruption. The campus sits away from the noise of the town, with shops close enough to be convenient.

Meals are hygienic and nutrient-rich throughout your stay. Vegetarian food is served in line with satvik principles, which shape the nature of the body. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are wholesome vegetarian dishes, supplemented with fresh fruit to meet the body’s need for vitamins and minerals.

Rooftop terrace at the Rishikesh Yog Kendra campus with a swing seat and views of the Himalayan foothills

School Campus

Our campus sits in the quiet foothills of the Himalayas — open practice halls, a rooftop terrace to sit out on, and the hills in full view from sunrise to dusk. Close enough to the Ganga for a morning walk, far enough for the silence a practice needs.

  • Open practice halls
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Quiet location
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Our Student Reviews & Success Stories

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    Krithika 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “I had a wonderful experience at this yoga school. I completed both the 200-hour course and the 50-hour aerial course, and truly enjoyed every moment of the journey. The food provided was wholesome satvik food, and we were served fresh fruits every day, which really supported a healthy and balanced routine. The accommodation was comfortable and well-maintained, making the stay very pleasant. The teachers were not only professional and knowledgeable but also very friendly and approachable, always ready to help and guide us at any time. The organization of the course was well-structured. I’m very grateful for this experience and would definitely give it a five-star rating. Highly recommended for anyone looking to deepen their yoga practice.”

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    Debora Payá Samper Debora Payá Samper 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “A place to connect with the roots of yoga, guided by highly skilled professionals and teachers of this ancient practice. I came to take an aerial yoga course and 200 hours of Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to fully immerse themselves, explore, and internalize each breath and movement. If you feel the calling... this is the place for you!”

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    Ana Cláudia Cardoso da Silva Ana Cláudia Cardoso da Silva 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “Rishikesh Yog Kendra is my home in India. Did the 200h ttc followed by the aerial course because it is really a great place and I everyone here makes us feel at home, even if we come from the other side of the world. Learning the depts of yoga philosophy was one of my favorite parts of the course, and I truly believe this will make all the diference in my joruney. Neha Ji is the soul of this place and one of the kindest people I had the pleasure to meet and have in my life. All the teachers and staff were great and I am very happy I chose Yog Kendra and Rishikesh to start my yoga teaching journey. Thank you so much for everything, I am sure I will be back!”

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    Vernika Saini Vernika Saini 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “I completed my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training and 50-hour Aerial Yoga at Rishikesh Yog Kendra, and it was an amazing experience! The teachers were outstanding. Vimlesh Sir guided us beautifully, Neha Ma’am, Saurabh Sir, and Rahul Sir helped me grow stronger and deepen my practice. The school had a warm, supportive atmosphere, and I felt comfortable and welcomed throughout. I learned so much, both on and off the mat. Highly recommend this school for authentic yoga training in Rishikesh!”

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    Coline Ruttyn 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “Hi, my trip to Rishikesh, especially in this heal center, was awesome. I started classes the 2 of september, and did 200 hours of yoga ttc and 50 hours of aerial yoga. I needed it so much! Every teacher is here for you, and listens to you whatever your own story, culture, and needs. I had a great experience there, very rich. I keep in my mind and in my heart a lot of rich moments. I met very kindly people in my group. Most of them were indian, wich means to me that This heal center is a very good one. Since i came back in France, i started to learn yoga to old women and children from 7 to 10, and they love it:) i feel more confidence and less stressed than when I reached Rishikesh. If I have been able to do it (come by my own for the first time in India, even if i had never travelled alone before), it means you are able to do it too, believe me. I had very very bad feelings before (like i fancied to die). Still I have sometimes, but somehow, I can handle with it, express it in a right way or let it go. And i know that this is only life inside of me, wich is now better channeled. Anf I feel alive again. Nothing else matters. So thank you, to everyone of you. And may gods bless you, as you use to say and think धन्यवाद!”

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    priyanka sharma priyanka sharma 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “Had a great learning experience as a beginner in 200 hour YogaTTC. Interactive theory sessions by Neha mam were good. Learnt amazing meditation techniques by Swami Amarna Ji. Vimlesh Sir and Sunil Sir helped immensely to learn yoga postures and body alignment. I had also joined for 50hour aerial yogaTTC. Before joining the class i was worried whether I’ll be able to do aerial yoga or not, but trust me Vimlesh Sir and Ankit Sir were always there in each posture and yoga flow to help and hold.”

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    Tanvi Tani 200 Hrs + 50 Hrs Aerial Yoga TTC

    “The best place to have the experience of 200hr ttc and Aerial yoga and also get the deep knowledge of Human anatomy and Pre &post natal pregnancy. My journey begin when I was scared to trust any yoga teachers as I had a bad experience in the past. After, talking to the teachers of Rishikesh yog Kendra.. they helped in believing myself and guided me to have enough trust on them. They guided me on every part even with the alignment of human anatomy. I am glad to have found this place where I could transform and be myself. I started gaining my trust again. My heartly acknowledgement to the faculties & mentors of Rishikesh Yog Kendra.”

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Recommended Readings

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I need previous yoga or aerial experience to join?

No. The course welcomes beginners and intermediate practitioners, and no prior aerial experience is required. The traditional foundation is taught from the ground up, and the aerial component begins with the fundamentals of working safely with the hammock. What matters most is a willingness to practise every day and follow safety guidance.

What certification do I receive?

Two. You receive a Yoga Alliance registered 200 hour certificate, which makes you eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200, and a separate 50 hour aerial yoga certificate for the specialisation. The RYT 200 is the internationally recognised teaching credential; the aerial certificate documents your training to teach aerial yoga.

Why take the combined course instead of the two separately?

Time, cost and coherence. Completing both in one 29-day trip is more efficient than travelling twice, and because the aerial work is taught on top of a full 200 hour foundation, your aerial teaching rests on real yoga knowledge from the start.

Do I need to be strong or flexible for the aerial part?

No. The hammock supports part of your body weight, which makes aerial work more accessible than it looks, and strength and control develop through daily practice. Every posture is approached at a level that suits you, and your teachers help you work within your own range.

Is aerial yoga safe?

Aerial yoga is safe when taught and practised properly, and safety is central to this course. You learn to check and set up the hammock, how the body should contact the fabric, and how to enter and leave each posture with control, all in small, closely supervised groups.

How long is the course, and is it residential?

The combined course runs for 29 days and is fully residential. You live on campus for the month, with practice, study and rest following a steady daily rhythm, which is part of what allows an intensive course to go into real depth.

What is included in the course fee?

The fee covers your accommodation and food. You can choose a private or shared room, and fresh satvik vegetarian meals are prepared each day. Yoga materials, props and the aerial hammocks are provided, so you do not need to bring your own equipment.

What will I be able to teach after the course?

You will be prepared to teach traditional multi-style yoga, and, once registered, to do so as an RYT 200, and to lead safe aerial yoga classes. Many graduates use the combination to stand out, offering both grounded and aerial classes to studios and students.

Getting Here

How to Reach Here?

From Delhi to your mat in Tapovan — by air, rail, road or bus, here is every way students make their way to us.

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  • By Air

    Jolly Grant Airport, about 25 km from Rishikesh, has daily flights from Delhi. We can arrange a cab from the airport to the school for an additional fee.

  • By Train

    Daily trains connect Delhi to Haridwar railway station. Once you arrive at Haridwar, we can organise a pickup for you at a reasonable charge.

  • By Taxi

    We can also arrange a cab to bring you the whole way from Delhi to the school in Rishikesh, for a reasonable fee.

  • By Bus

    Buses run from Delhi to Rishikesh bus stand through the day. On arrival we can arrange a cab for the short hop to the school.

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