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Complete · RYT-500 Pathway · Rishikesh500-Hour Complete Yoga
500-Hour Complete Yoga
Teacher Training
“Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.” – The Bhagavad Gita
500-Hour Yoga TTC · Rishikesh
Complete Your RYT-500 Journey
Complete your full RYT-500 pathway with our comprehensive 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh — foundational and advanced modules over 52 immersive days for dedicated practitioners ready to teach at the highest level.
Yoga Alliance Certified
52 Days Intensive
Small Group Size
Rishikesh, India
500 Hours
A complete 500-hour curriculum from foundations to mastery.
6 Modules
200 + 300 hour curriculum combined into one immersive path.
Holistic Approach
Full spectrum: asana, therapy, philosophy and career skills.
Global Recognition
Graduate ready to register as an RYT-500 teacher.
Watch Our Journey
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Morning Yoga in Rishikesh
Sunrise practice at Parmarth Niketan
International Day of Yoga
Celebrating yoga in the yoga capital of the world
Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.
— The Bhagavad Gita
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Daily Schedule
05:30
Morning Sadhana
Meditation, pranayama and chanting to begin the day.
07:00
Advanced Asana
Intensive practice, alignment and sequencing work.
09:00
Breakfast
Nutritious vegetarian meal to fuel your practice.
10:30
Philosophy & Theory
Advanced study of yoga texts and ethics.
12:30
Lunch Break
Rest and nourishment time.
14:30
Teaching Methodology
Advanced cueing, labs and student assessment.
16:30
Anatomy & Therapy
Biomechanics, injuries and therapeutic applications.
18:00
Evening Practice
Gentle asana, pranayama and meditation.
19:30
Dinner & Community
Evening meal and group discussion.
Course Syllabus
Complete 200-hour style foundations: classical asana, alignment, sequencing, cueing, and practice teaching for all levels.
Advanced postures, precise adjustments, intelligent sequencing, and teaching labs for mixed and advanced groups.
In-depth study of Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, yogic ethics, and integrating philosophy into authentic teaching.
Functional anatomy, biomechanics, common injuries, energetic anatomy, and therapeutic applications of yoga.
Progressive breathwork, meditation methods, mantra, and integrating subtle practices into class and personal sadhana.
Prenatal, restorative, yin, seniors, yoga therapy foundations, and the business of yoga for a sustainable RYT-500 career.
What’s Included & What’s Not
Everything covered in your 52-day · 500-Hour Complete Yoga TTC fee in Rishikesh — and what you arrange yourself.
What’s Included
- Yoga Alliance–aligned 500-Hour TTC Certificate
- Accommodation for 52 days / 51 nights
- 3 sattvic vegetarian meals daily
- Full course tuition & practice teaching
- Course manual & study materials
- Meditation, pranayama & philosophy classes
- Anatomy & alignment sessions
- Airport pickup & drop (Dehradun / Jolly Grant)
- Weekend excursions & local sightseeing
- Wi-Fi, filtered water & yoga mat
What’s Not Included
- International / domestic airfare
- India visa fees
- Travel & medical insurance
- Personal expenses & shopping
- Extra nights before or after the course
- Laundry services
- Optional Ayurveda / spa treatments
- Additional private yoga sessions
- Meals outside the ashram schedule
- Tips for staff (optional)
Student Testimonials
Stories from graduates who transformed their lives.
The complete 500-hour path was life-changing. From foundations to advanced teaching, I graduated ready to register as RYT-500.
Doing the full 500 hours in Rishikesh gave me depth I could not have found elsewhere. Mentoring and specializations were outstanding.
Excursions We Offer
Explore Rishikesh beyond the mat with guided weekend experiences included in your training.
Sample Daily Schedule
A typical day on our 52-day · 500-Hour Complete Yoga TTC in Rishikesh.
06:00
Morning Meditation
Guided mindfulness to begin the day
06:30
Pranayama
Breathwork to energize and purify
07:00
Hatha Yoga Asana
Traditional postures with alignment focus
09:00
Breakfast
Sattvic vegetarian meal
10:00
Philosophy Lecture
Yoga Sutras, Gita & living wisdom
12:00
Lunch & Rest
Nourish and recover
14:00
Anatomy & Alignment
Body mechanics for safe teaching
16:00
Vinyasa Flow
Breath-led dynamic practice
18:00
Evening Meditation
Reflection and inner stillness
19:00
Dinner
Light, nourishing evening meal
When you are inspired by some great purpose, your thoughts break their bonds.
— Patanjali
Extra Activities
Explore Rishikesh beyond the mat with guided weekend experiences included in your training.
Stay With Us
Accommodation
Rest well between practice sessions in clean, comfortable rooms near the Ganges.
Your Home Away from Home
Our accommodations provide comfort and tranquility throughout your training. Choose between shared or private rooms, each with modern amenities, Wi-Fi and stunning views of the Ganges and Himalayan foothills.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hot Water
- Comfortable Beds
- Mountain Views
- Garden Access
- River Proximity
Sattvic Cuisine
Food & Nutrition
Three nourishing vegetarian meals a day to support your body, mind and practice.
Nourish Your Body
Enjoy three daily vegetarian meals crafted to support your practice — fresh, organic ingredients, Ayurvedic dishes, seasonal fruit and herbal teas to enhance your physical and mental well-being.
- 100% Vegetarian
- Organic Ingredients
- Fresh Local Produce
- Herbal Teas
- Ayurvedic Principles
- Communal Dining
Your Credential
Certification & Recognition
Graduate with a Yoga Alliance–aligned certificate recognized around the world.
Yoga Alliance Certified
Our 500-Hour Complete Yoga Teacher Training is Yoga Alliance–aligned and covers the full pathway to RYT-500. On completion you can:
- Register as an RYT-500 teacher
- Teach yoga worldwide
- Access continuing education
- Join the global yoga community
- Build credibility with studios
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Join our next 500-Hour Complete Yoga Teacher Training and graduate ready to register as an RYT-500.