25-Day Meditation, Yoga Nidra & Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in the Himalayan Foothills

This 200-hour teacher training at Nirvana Yoga School is built specifically for practitioners more interested in the subtle aspects of yoga than in mastering advanced postures. The curriculum covers Meditation and Yoga Nidra in depth, alongside traditional Hatha Yoga, pranayama, mudras and bandhas, shatkarma, mantra chanting, and the philosophy and anatomy you'll need to teach confidently.

A typical day starts with early morning meditation and Hatha practice, followed by theory sessions on topics like the koshas, chakras, and the mechanics of relaxation. Yoga Nidra is taught as a practice and as a teaching methodology, so you'll learn to guide others through the layers of consciousness. The schedule also includes alignment and adjustment, teaching practice, and evening kirtan or sound healing, with weekends or full-moon nights often marked by rituals and group excursions.

The school runs multiple YTT programs across a few buildings, so you'll be part of a lively community of around 50 students. It's a social, energetic environment, though if you're hoping for a silent retreat, this isn't that. What it does well is breadth: the teaching staff cover everything from Ayurveda to music and mantra, and students consistently mention how much their alignment improved under teachers like Naveen, even after years of asana practice.

Rishikesh itself does a lot of the work. The surrounding mountains and the Ganges create a natural calm, and the school's garden cafe is a favorite spot to decompress between sessions. Graduates leave eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as RYT 200, and the course includes practical and theoretical exams at the end to consolidate what you've learned.

What's included

- Airport pickup - 24 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Full teacher training course and certification - Certificate upon successful completion - Registration with Yoga Alliance - Group excursions/activities - Full moon/New moon ritual - Weekend/day off excursions - Evening Kirtan sessions - Yoga mats (blocks, straps, and bolsters provided) - Course manual - Professional event photos - School t-shirt or tote bag - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Visa fee - Travel insurance - Air conditioning (available for additional charge) - Room heater (available for additional charge) - Flights costs