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A Yoga Teacher Training in India is much more than a certification course — it is a transformational journey that deepens your understanding of the ancient science of yoga and opens new spiritual horizons. This guide walks you through everything you need to do before you board your flight to Rishikesh: setting the right expectations, paperwork and visas, what to pack, how to reach the school, and how to prepare your body and mind so you arrive ready to learn.
Yoga teacher training at Rishikul Yogshala is intensive. A typical day runs from around 5:30 AM to 8:00 PM and includes asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology and karma yoga. You will live on campus, share meals with fellow students, and follow a sattvic (vegetarian) ashram routine. Come prepared for early mornings, a disciplined schedule, and genuine inner work. Yoga is not a path to a quick second income — it is a serious study of self-awareness, and the rewards are proportionate to what you bring to it.
Most international students enter India on an e-Tourist Visa, applied online at the official portal indianvisaonline.gov.in. Three durations are commonly available — 30 days, 1 year and 5 years. We recommend the 1-year e-Tourist Visa: it costs only slightly more than the 30-day option, gives you breathing room if flights change, and lets you extend your stay for travel after the course.
Have the following ready before you leave home:
No mandatory vaccinations are required for travel to India from most countries, though it is wise to consult your physician about routine immunisations.
Pack light — Rishikesh has shops for almost everything you might forget, often at very reasonable prices. Focus on items that are personal or hard to source locally.
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Rishikul Yogshala is located on the banks of the Ganges in Swarg Ashram, Ram Jhula — the spiritual heart of Rishikesh. You can reach us from two airports:
We can arrange a pre-paid airport pickup in a private taxi for you — request this on your booking form at least 72 hours before arrival. Sharing your flight number lets us track delays so the driver waits for you with a name placard at the arrivals gate.
School address: Rishikul Yogshala, Narayan Kunj, Jonk Village, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India — 249304.
You don’t need to be flexible or advanced — beginners are welcome on our 100-hour and 200-hour courses. But arriving with a gentle baseline of practice makes the first week much easier on your body and your mind.
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A little reading before your course makes lectures land deeper. You don’t need to finish these — just dipping in is enough.
Single and twin-shared rooms are available on campus. Every room has a private attached bathroom with hot water, a desk, and bedding (sheets, pillow, blanket) provided. Bring your own personal towel. Strong Wi-Fi is available in common areas of the ashram.
Indian SIM card — for reliable mobile data we recommend purchasing a prepaid SIM at Delhi or Dehradun airport on arrival. Jio and Airtel have the best coverage in Rishikesh. You’ll need your passport, visa and a passport photo to register the SIM (this is an Indian regulatory requirement). Activation usually takes a few hours.
Money & ATMs — ATMs are widely available in Rishikesh and accept international Visa/Mastercard cards. Inform your bank of your travel dates so transactions aren’t flagged. Most cafes, restaurants and shops in the Ram Jhula area accept cards or UPI, but small vendors deal in cash only.
Weather & clothing — Rishikesh sits at the Himalayan foothills. Summers (Apr–Jun) are warm; the monsoon (Jul–Sep) is humid; winters (Dec–Feb) require warm layers and a jacket for early-morning meditation.
We run Yoga Alliance certified 100-hour, 200-hour, 300-hour and 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training courses through the year, along with shorter retreats. See live fees and upcoming batch dates on our rates page — early booking secures a better choice of accommodation.
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We will revert you as soon as possible. If you have not heard from us within 24 hours, please email us at contact@rishikulyogshalarishikesh.com.
The nearest domestic airport is Jolly Grant Airport (approximately 35 km away), while the nearest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (about 250 km from Rishikesh). Both airports offer easy access to taxis and buses. If needed, you can also contact the school directly for a pickup.
You can travel to Rishikesh directly by train. The city has its own railway station called Yog Nagari Rishikesh (Code: YNRK). Tickets can be pre-booked directly through the IRCTC website. Upon arriving at the Rishikesh railway station, you can book a taxi to the school. However, if you do not find a suitable train to Rishikesh, you can take a train to Haridwar, which is just about an hour away. From Haridwar, cabs to Rishikesh are easily available.
Rishikesh is well connected by road to major cities across India. Both private and government-operated buses are available from different locations. You can also pre-book a cab via Uber, Ola, or local taxi operators for a convenient and comfortable journey.
Note: Whether you are arriving via airport, Rishikesh railway station, or Haridwar railway station, taxis to Rishikul Yogshala are easily available. For added convenience, you can also contact the school in advance to have a taxi arranged for your pickup.
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