Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, where the sacred Ganges River flows with ancient wisdom, Rishikesh has long been revered as the Yoga Capital of the World.
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, where the sacred Ganges River flows with ancient wisdom, Rishikesh has long been revered as the Yoga Capital of the World. For centuries, seekers, sages, and spiritual aspirants have journeyed to this holy city to deepen their understanding of yoga - and today, Mrityunjay Yogpeeth continues this sacred tradition by offering one of the most authentic and comprehensive 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) programs in Rishikesh.
Whether you are a passionate yoga practitioner ready to share your love of yoga with the world or a seeker longing for a deeper, more meaningful connection with yourself, the 200 Hour YTT at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth is a life-changing journey you will carry in your heart forever.
Before diving into what makes Mrityunjay Yogpeeth special, it's worth understanding why Rishikesh is the ideal destination for your yoga education.
Rishikesh is more than just a location — it is an energy. The air here carries the vibrations of thousands of years of spiritual practice. The Himalayas create a natural barrier from the noise of the modern world, and the gentle roar of the Ganges provides a constant, meditative soundtrack to your days. Yoga in Rishikesh is not just exercise — it is a living philosophy practiced in its most authentic environment.
Internationally recognized and respected by yoga councils and federations worldwide, a yoga teacher training certificate earned in Rishikesh holds tremendous credibility and opens doors globally for aspiring yoga teachers.
Mrityunjay Yogpeeth is a dedicated yoga ashram and school rooted in the traditional Hatha and Ashtanga lineages of yoga. The name "Mrityunjay" itself carries deep meaning — derived from Sanskrit, it refers to the conqueror of death, embodying the spirit of transformation, renewal, and the transcendence of limitations.
The school was founded with a singular vision: to preserve and share the authentic science of yoga in its purest form. At Mrityunjay Yogpeeth, yoga is not a trend — it is a timeless tradition passed down through generations of dedicated masters. The faculty comprises experienced, India-born yoga teachers who have devoted their lives to the study and practice of yoga, Ayurveda, and Vedic philosophy.
The 200 Hour YTT at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth is a Yoga Alliance USA-certified program, which means upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to register as RYT-200 (Registered Yoga Teachers) with Yoga Alliance — a globally recognized credential that allows you to teach yoga anywhere in the world.
The program is offered in a 28-day immersive format, giving students time to absorb, integrate, and truly embody the teachings rather than rush through the material.
The curriculum is carefully designed to balance theory and practice, covering all dimensions of yoga — physical, mental, energetic, and philosophical.
Students will develop a strong foundation in yoga postures, learning proper alignment, modifications, and the use of props. Both Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga are taught, giving students versatility as future teachers. The practice includes standing postures, forward bends, backbends, inversions, twists, and restorative postures.
Prana is the life force that animates all living beings, and pranayama is the science of directing and expanding this vital energy. Students learn classical pranayama techniques including Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Ujjayi, Sitali, and more. Understanding the relationship between breath, mind, and energy is central to the training.
Daily meditation sessions form the backbone of life at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth. Students explore different meditation techniques including seated mindfulness, trataka (candle gazing), yoga nidra (yogic sleep), mantra meditation, and chakra meditation. Over the course of four weeks, many students experience a profound deepening of their meditation practice.
Yoga is far more than physical postures. The philosophical teachings of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika form the intellectual and spiritual core of the training. Understanding the eight limbs of yoga (Ashtanga), the Yamas and Niyamas (ethical principles), and the nature of the mind gives students a rich framework for living and teaching yoga authentically.
A thorough grounding in human anatomy is essential for safe and effective yoga teaching. The curriculum covers the musculoskeletal system, the nervous system, the respiratory system, and how yoga affects each. Students learn to identify contraindications and how to adapt postures for different bodies and conditions — a crucial skill for any yoga teacher.
This module is where students make the transition from practitioner to teacher. Topics include sequencing principles, how to give clear verbal cues and physical adjustments, class planning for different levels and populations, holding space for students, voice projection, and developing a personal teaching style. Supervised teaching practicums give students hands-on experience teaching their peers.
Sanskrit mantras carry profound vibrational power. Students learn traditional yoga chants, including the Guru Vandana, Gayatri Mantra, Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, and the opening and closing mantras for Ashtanga practice. Evening kirtan sessions create a joyful, devotional atmosphere in the ashram.
Students are introduced to traditional hatha yoga purification practices, including Jala Neti (nasal cleansing), Kapalbhati (abdominal breathing and cleansing), and Trataka. These practices promote physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual awakening.
Students at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth live on-site in comfortable, clean accommodation designed to support a focused, restful, and sattvic (pure) lifestyle. Single and shared rooms are available, and the ashram atmosphere encourages community, silence, and introspection.
All meals served at the ashram are vegetarian and Ayurvedically inspired, prepared fresh daily. The sattvic diet — emphasizing fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and dairy — is considered an essential complement to yoga practice, supporting clarity of mind and lightness of body.
The 200 Hour YTT at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth is open to anyone with a genuine desire to deepen their yoga practice and share it with others. You do not need to be an advanced practitioner or have prior teaching experience. What you do need is sincerity, an open mind, and a willingness to commit fully to the journey.
The program welcomes students from all over the world — from Europe, North America, Australia, Southeast Asia, and beyond. This international community adds tremendous richness and perspective to the shared experience of learning yoga together.
Upon successfully completing the 200 Hour YTT, students receive a Yoga Alliance USA certified certificate from Mrityunjay Yogpeeth. This credential enables graduates to:
The global demand for qualified, well-trained yoga teachers continues to grow. A Rishikesh-trained teacher with a solid foundation in classical yoga is highly respected in the international yoga community.
Living in Rishikesh offers extraordinary opportunities for cultural and spiritual immersion beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to attend the daily Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat — a breathtaking fire ritual on the banks of the Ganges that has been performed at sunset for thousands of years. The sight of oil lamps floating on the sacred river while priests chant ancient mantras is deeply moving and unforgettable.
Other nearby experiences include visits to ancient temples, walks along the Ganges, forest hikes in the Rajaji National Park, and opportunities to attend discourses at other ashrams in the area. Rishikesh is also a gateway to the higher Himalayas, and some students choose to arrange weekend excursions to higher altitude villages or sacred pilgrimage sites.
Enrolling in the 200 Hour YTT at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth is straightforward. Prospective students can reach out through the school's website or contact them directly to confirm batch dates, check availability, and ask any questions. Early registration is recommended as batches fill quickly, especially during the peak seasons of February–April and September–November.
Upon registration, students typically receive a pre-arrival reading list and preparatory guidelines to help them make the most of their time at the ashram from day one.
A 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training is one of the most profound investments you will ever make — not just in a career, but in yourself. The weeks you spend at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth in Rishikesh will challenge you, inspire you, break you open, and put you back together stronger and more aligned than before. You will leave not just as a certified yoga teacher, but as someone who has touched the living heart of yoga in the place where it breathes most freely.
The Ganges will witness your transformation. The Himalayas will hold your practice. And the teachers at Mrityunjay Yogpeeth will guide you home — to the truth that has always lived within you.
"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self." — The Bhagavad Gita
Mrityunjay Yogpeeth | Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India Yoga Alliance USA Certified School | RYS 200 & RYS 300