While you can train to become a yoga teacher in many beautiful exotic locations, nothing quite compares to doing your yoga teacher training in India. So if you’re feeling the call to take your practice to the next level, there is no better place to do so than the country where it all began.
As you can imagine, there is an abundance of high-quality yoga schools in India. What’s more, this high quality doesn’t come with a higher price tag as India remains one of the most affordable yoga teacher training destinations in the world.
Top Yoga Teacher Training in India
This list of the top yoga courses in India includes different styles, intensities, and budgets, offering the perfect YTT for every aspiring yoga teacher.
25 Day 200 Hour Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Iyengar & Sound Healing Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
This intensive YTT program run by Vinyasa Yoga Shala includes vinyasa, Hatha, Ashtanga, Yoga Nidra, and Karma yoga. Aside from practicing asana in multiple styles, you’ll dive deep into yoga philosophy from a traditional yoga school in yoga’s birthplace. All limbs of yoga such as meditation and pranayama, as well as additional practices such as sound healing teachings and studies, will leave you fully qualified to become a Yoga Alliance certified instructor.
This course is not for those who want to learn at a relaxed pace. The curriculum for a 200-hour YTT is condensed into three weeks, resulting in long days that start at 5:45 am and end at 8:30 pm for dinner. The jam-packed morning schedule consists of classical Hatha yoga, pranayama, yoga philosophy, and classes consisting of chanting, teaching methodology, or adjustments and alignments. After lunch, you’ll get into anatomy in-depth, practice a vinyasa flow, and have time for meditation and relaxation. Wednesdays are half days while Sundays have nothing scheduled so that you can experience excursions and self-study.
This YTT takes place in Rishikesh and everything you need is on-site. But further exploration can be done with bikes, with cafes and even the Laxman Jhula hanging bridge just a short walk away.
22 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh (Styles: Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa & Aerial)
If you’re unsure what your favourite yoga style is, you’ll discover it at this yoga in Rishikesh teacher training. You’ll practice and learn to teach Ashtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa, and Aerial yoga, giving you a complete teaching toolkit from the get-go. You’ll also gain plenty of knowledge about yoga philosophy, anatomy, meditation, pranayama and kriyas.
Lasting just 22 days, this is a brilliant option for those with time constraints. Your days will start at 7 am with pranayama, meditation and asana practice, followed by teaching methodology and philosophy classes. The afternoons are more relaxed with an anatomy class and a second Hatha yoga practice. Plus, the weekends include some downtime where you’ll go on group excursions, exploring the local area.
Aadi Yoga School is located on the bank of the River Ganges, creating a peaceful location for yoga contemplation. As a result, many of your yoga classes will be outside, allowing you to connect to mother earth. You’ll also have a private room at the school to call home for the 3 weeks.
26 Day 200 Hours Yin Yoga Therapy Teacher Training in Goa
Starting from: $2,003
Calling all yin yoga lovers! If you adore this slow-paced, meditative style of yoga, this is the 200-hour yoga teacher training in India for you. At a beautiful jungle shala in Goa, you’ll deep dive into all things yin, learning how to teach the practice to others and bring them into a state of balance.
The 26-day course combines the ancient Indian yogic principles with the Daoist healing philosophy of meridians, teaching you how the practice can nourish you physically, energetically and mentally. What’s more, every evening, you’ll get to participate in a sunset circle, including chanting, active meditations, Yoga Nidra, or acupuncture healing.
Upon completing the course, you’ll receive a Yoga Alliance YTT certificate and a yin yoga therapy training diploma. You’ll stay in a cute hilltop cottage overlooking the stunning Morjim Beach in Goa, too. Your air-conditioned room will have everything you need, including a mini-fridge, kettle, private bathroom, and even a terrace with an incredible view. Three healthy vegetarian or vegan meals are included each day, too, made from fresh, local ingredients.
28 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Hatha in Rishikesh
This 200-hour YTT by Pyramid Yogshala is a fab yoga teacher training in India for those on a budget. You’ll learn multiple styles, including Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Hatha and Nidra. Plus, as this program is not as intensive as others, you’ll enjoy sightseeing and cultural experiences each week, keeping the pace relaxed. These include a market tour in Rishikesh and an Ayurveda Indian cooking class.
The program goes far beyond the poses as you’ll study an extensive array of topics, such as meditation, mantra chanting, kriyas, philosophy, and Ayurveda. Then, to prepare you to become an incredible yoga teacher, you’ll dive deep into anatomy, teaching methodology and adjustments.
During this month in Goa, you’ll wake early at 5:30 am, and the days will finish at 7 pm. You’ll stay in the shared dorm at the quest house, or you can opt for a private room for an extra cost. Sattvic (freshly made) vegetarian meals are included every day to assist in purifying your body.
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26 Day 200-Hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in Gokarna
Starting from: $1,303
This 200-hour teacher training by Shree Hari Yoga in Gokarna focuses on the dynamic style of Vinyasa yoga, ideal for students who prefer creativity over structure. Aside from deepening your own practice, you’ll learn how to craft fun yet transformative classes and sequence postures in a skillful way.
The days start at 6:30 am, with mornings including meditation, pranayama and vinyasa practice, followed by mantra and philosophy classes. In the afternoons, you’ll study anatomy, the art of teaching and then finish the days with a second asana practice. You’ll stay in a private cozy room close to the yoga shala, where you’ll enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will also have free time in the evenings and on Sundays to relax or socialize with your new friends.
27 Day 200hr Hatha Yoga Teacher Training with Body and Emotional Detoxification in Rishikesh
Starting from: $1,153
Triguna Yoga’s 200-hour Hatha YTT will teach you how to heal yourself holistically and facilitate emotional detoxifications in others. The program has a strong emphasis on kriyas and breathing techniques, and you’ll learn essential strategies on how to work with the five elements to purify your body and mind. Furthermore, in your asana classes, you’ll practice the fundamental Hatha and Ashtanga postures.
Despite being a profoundly spiritual yoga teacher training in India, the course also has an extensive teaching methodology module, including structuring classes and giving modifications and adjustments. You’ll be staying at the popular Dhyan Mandir Ashram, where you’ll have a shared or private room. All your meals are provided so you can make use of your free time by visiting local temples or relaxing by the Ganga river.
22 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Ayurveda Course in Sunny Goa
Starting from: $2,504
On this 22-day yoga course in Goa, you’ll learn India’s two most powerful spiritual practices; yoga and Ayurveda. In the mornings, you will practice the physically demanding styles of Ashtanga and Vinyasa yoga, along with meditation and pranayama. Then, in the afternoons, you’ll balance it out with yin and restorative yoga as well as myofascial release.
The Ayurveda module covers the physiology of the practice, including the doshas. It will also teach you how to recognize imbalances in your body and mind and then heal them through specific diet and lifestyle changes.
This is certainly not the cheapest yoga training in India. Still, for the extra cost, you’ll enjoy comfortable accommodation at the deluxe Palm Trees Ayurvedic Heritage cottages. Your private house includes a western-style ensuite bathroom, super comfy bed, and a lovely outdoor space to relax during your breaks.
24 Day 200 Hour Authentic Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Kundalini Yoga Teacher* Training in Goa
Starting from: $1,202
Immerse yourself in yoga and for personal development and business with Tapas Yoga India in the sought-after location of Goa. The fresh air and scenic beach backdrop for some of your classes will help to calm your mind and enter a receptive state to soak up the wealth of information you’ll receive on this intensive YTT.
The program includes Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Hatha, and even Kundalini styles, along with daily meditation and pranayama. You may even find extra classes in Yoga Nidra, and acro too to keep things interesting! Additionally, learn how to use mudras, mantras, and the bandhas in your teaching, as well as ancient Ayurveda concepts to improve your health and well-being.
Expect to fully immerse yourself into this intensive program as there is a lot to cover but will no doubt leave you confident and ready to teach, not to mention having further developed your own personal practice.
25 Day 200-Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training in Canacona, Goa
Starting from: $1,403
This 200-hour multi-style YTT in the beautiful beach town of Canacona is led by one of the best yoga schools in India, Shivoham Yoga. This well-balanced course gives you an in-depth overview of Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Sivananda, and Hatha styles, encouraging you to create a unique, creative teaching style.
The program consists of all the essential modules; yogic philosophy, teaching methodology, asana practice, anatomy, alignment & adjustment, and pranayama & meditation. You’ll leave feeling confident in sharing all aspects of the spiritual practice and will have a great understanding of its history and evolution. You’ll stay at the Cozy Nook wellness center right on Palolem Beach, where you can take a morning swim and sunbathe in between classes.
25 Day 200-hour Multistyle Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training in Goa
Starting from: $1,402
Yoga teaching training courses are not just for those who aspire to be teachers but are also a fantastic way for passionate students to create a personal practice. This meditation and yoga teacher training in Goa caters to all yoga enthusiasts, not only budding instructors. As a result, you’ll gain a broad view of yoga and meditation, learning skills to incorporate mindfulness and spirituality into your daily life.
Along with a full range of active and passive meditations, you’ll practice all the popular yoga styles, such as vinyasa, Hatha, yin, restorative and kriya. This experimental approach will help you discover what methods resonate most for you. You’ll also study philosophy and anatomy and learn how to put all your new knowledge together to lead transformational yoga classes. The Diya Yoga accommodation is a 4-minute walk from Arambol Beach, and both shared and private rooms are available.
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