200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
Are you seeking an authentic immersion into the deeper spiritual dimensions of yoga? Located along the banks of the Ganga in the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh provides a focused and inspiring atmosphere for dedicated sadhana, subtle energy awakening, and traditional yogic study.
At Veda Yogshala, our traditional residential yoga school is personally guided by Himalayan Kriya master Yogacharya Pushpa Ji, who brings over 13 years of ashram teaching experience. Pushpa Ji provides compassionate, grounded guidance rooted in Sanatan Dharma. As a women-led school, we offer a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment that is particularly welcoming for solo female travelers and practitioners.
This residential 24 Nights / 25 Days immersion focuses on the traditional science of prana, conscious breath retention (Kumbhaka), classical Himalayan Kriyas, sacred sound resonance, and comprehensive teaching methodology. Whether you are beginning your journey or seeking to deepen an established practice, our training meets you with attentive personal care in the quiet spiritual corridor of Laxman Jhula.
To ensure personal attention and proper alignment, our regular monthly batches are intentionally kept intimate, averaging 8 to 10 students. Enrollment includes clean residential lodging just 100 meters from the yoga shala, three daily Ayurvedic vegetarian meals, course study materials, weekly guided excursions, and complimentary airport pickup from Dehradun (DED) on course arrival day.
Why Study Kundalini Yoga at Veda Yogshala?
Classical Kundalini Tantra works with the traditional yogic understanding of prana and subtle energy to clear vital pathways and cultivate deep interior stillness.
Traditional Himalayan Kriyas
Learn breath-synchronized movements, conscious breath retention (Kumbhaka), and sound vibrations to balance Ida and Pingala nadis and cultivate heightened mental clarity.
Authentic Master Guidance
Study directly under Indian master teacher Yogacharya Pushpa Ji (13+ years of ashram teaching experience), offering a living tradition rooted in discipline and maternal care.
Supportive for Solo Practitioners
As a women-led yoga school, we provide an emotionally grounded, respectful atmosphere in Laxman Jhula with dedicated female-only shared accommodation options.
Yoga Alliance USA Registration
Graduates receive course completion credentials conferring eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance USA as an RYT-200, subject to standard registry guidelines.
All-Inclusive Transparent Pricing
Clear course fees covering residential stay, 3 daily Ayurvedic vegetarian meals, official study materials, and excursions with zero hidden costs.
Welcoming All Experience Levels
Beginners build an injury-safe foundation in pranayama and posture alignment, while experienced practitioners refine subtle energetic awareness and voice projection.
100-Hour Kundalini Yoga Foundation Immersion in Rishikesh
Short on time? Join our intensive 12-day foundation immersion for personal healing, breathwork, and meditation practice without the complete teaching certification curriculum.
Daily Schedule for the 200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Training
A balanced daily routine integrating morning kriyas, pranayama, philosophy lectures, subtle anatomy, and practical teaching methodology in our quiet shala near Laxman Jhula.
6th of each month (after 1:00 PM). Room allocation, welcome herbal tea, and orientation dinner.
Full intensive sadhana, morning kriyas, alignment labs, and philosophy lectures.
Final course day (by 10:00 AM). Certificate presentation ceremony, farewell breakfast, and check-out.
| Time | Activity & Sadhana | Subject Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 AM – 06:30 AM | Detox Tea & Shatkarma Cleansing | Jala Neti nasal purification & breath preparation |
| 06:30 AM – 08:30 AM | Kundalini Kriyas & Pranayama | Nadi Shuddhi, Bandhas & vital energy activation |
| 08:45 AM – 09:45 AM | Sattvic Ayurvedic Breakfast | Wholesome organic vegetarian nutrition |
| 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Yogic Philosophy & Sacred Texts | Patanjali Sutras, Hatha Pradipika, Tantra foundations |
| 11:45 AM – 01:15 PM | Anatomy, Biomechanics & Subtle Nadis | Spinal health, nervous system & chakra mechanisms |
| 01:30 PM – 02:30 PM | Sattvic Lunch & Digestive Rest | Dosha-balancing nourishing vegetarian meals |
| 02:30 PM – 04:00 PM | Self-Study & Journaling | Daily reading, contemplation, and integration |
| 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM | Teaching Methodology & Practicum | Class sequencing, verbal cues, hands-on adjustments |
| 05:30 PM – 06:45 PM | Naad Yoga, Sound Healing & Meditation | Singing bowl frequencies, Sanskrit mantras & quietude |
| 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM | Sattvic Dinner | Light evening meal for optimal rest |
| 08:00 PM – 09:30 PM | Rest & Early Lights Out | Restful sleep in preparation for morning practice |
Upcoming 200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Course Dates & Fees
Residential Immersion: 24 Nights / 25 Days | Arrival: 6th of each month (after 1:00 PM) | Checkout: by 10:00 AM
| Batch Month | Course Dates (24N / 25D) | Private Room (30% Off Applied) | Twin Sharing (30% Off Applied) | 4 Sharing (Female / Friends - 30% Off) | Status | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 06 Oct – 30 Oct |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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6 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
| November 2026 | 06 Nov – 30 Nov |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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5 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
| December 2026 | 06 Dec – 30 Dec |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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7 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
| January 2027 | 06 Jan – 30 Jan |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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6 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
| February 2027 | 06 Feb – 02 Mar |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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5 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
| March 2027 | 06 Mar – 30 Mar |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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7 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
| April 2027 | 06 Apr – 30 Apr |
$2,140
$1,499
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$1,710
$1,199
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$1,430
$999
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6 Seats Left | 💬 WhatsApp ✉️ Email Us |
To confirm your seat in our boutique batch, an advance deposit of $100 USD (₹8,500 INR) is required. While this deposit is non-refundable to prevent last-minute cancellations, it is 100% adjusted into your remaining course tuition fees when you arrive and check in at the school. The remaining balance is easily paid on campus upon check-in via cash or card.
- 🏷️ 30% Early-Bird Discount is automatically deducted in the displayed rates above.
- 🌿 Full package includes accommodation, 3 daily sattvic organic meals & official training manuals.
- ❄️ Clean, ventilated Non-AC room included | AC room upgrade available: $10 (₹800) / night.
- 👭 The 4-sharing accommodation option is strictly reserved for female solo practitioners and friend groups.
- 👥 Regular batches average 8–10 students for individual attention, posture alignment, and practice guidance.
Why Study Kundalini Yoga in Rishikesh?
Rishikesh has been the spiritual home of yogis, ascetics, and seekers for centuries. Its natural environment and deep cultural roots create ideal conditions for traditional Kundalini study and introspective sadhana.
Himalayan Setting & River Ganga
The natural atmosphere of the Himalayan foothills and the flowing waters of the sacred Ganga create a tranquil environment conducive to mental focus and breath awareness.
Access to Living Traditions
Learn directly from Indian master teachers carrying traditional lineages, preserving the genuine philosophical foundations and energetic disciplines of Sanatan Dharma.
Focused Spiritual Community
Practice alongside dedicated students and practitioners from across the world, creating a focused, respectful, and supportive community in the heart of Laxman Jhula.
Yogacharya Pushpa Ji
Founder & Lead Master Teacher
Veda Yogshala, Rishikesh
Meet Your Master: Yogacharya Pushpa Ji
Yogacharya Pushpa Ji, the founder and lead teacher of Veda Yogshala, is an experienced Indian master teacher specializing in classical Kundalini and Himalayan Kriya yoga. Her spiritual foundation was cultivated at the revered Parmarth Niketan Ashram, where she spent over a decade studying traditional kriya yoga, Vedic chanting, Sanskrit texts, and meditation under traditional masters.
She holds academic Master’s degrees in Yoga, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Education, along with a specialized Diploma in Ayurveda and Panchakarma. Combining academic scholarship with living spiritual sadhana, Pushpa Ji guides students with maternal warmth, practical discipline, and careful personal attention.
“We intentionally limit our regular batches to 8 to 10 students so that every seeker receives individual attention, posture alignment, and attentive breath guidance in a calm, family-run traditional school.”
— Yogacharya Pushpa Ji
200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Course Overview
An intensive 24 Nights / 25 Days curriculum balancing traditional Himalayan kriyas, pranayama, subtle energy anatomy, classical philosophy, and daily teaching practicum.
Himalayan Kriyas & Dynamic Movement
Learn breath-synchronized kriya patterns designed to loosen physical stiffness, balance prana flow, and awaken vitality through systematic spinal movement.
Pranayama & Kumbhaka Retention
Master traditional breath control techniques and energy locks (Bandhas) to purify subtle nadis, balance the autonomic nervous system, and direct energy along the central channel.
Subtle Anatomy & Chakras
Systematic study of the 7 primary Chakras, Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna pathways through breath awareness, mudras, and focused meditative concentration.
Naad Yoga & Sound Healing
Deepen internal quietude through sound vibration, Sanskrit Bija mantras, and Tibetan singing bowl resonance to settle mental fluctuations.
Classical Philosophy & Texts
Explore Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the philosophical foundations of Tantra, and practical guidelines for living an ethical yogic life.
Teaching Practicum & Methodology
Develop structured 60-minute and 90-minute class plans, clear verbal cues, safe hands-on adjustments, and lead daily peer-teaching sessions with teacher feedback.
200-Hour Kundalini TTC Syllabus & Modules
Structured around the core educational areas of a 200-hour yoga teacher training.
| Curriculum Category | Allocated Hours | Core Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Techniques, Training & Practice (TTP) | 100 Hours | Himalayan Kriyas, Asanas, Bandhas, Pranayama & Meditation |
| Teaching Methodology (TM) | 25 Hours | Class sequencing, cueing, posture modifications & adjustments |
| Anatomy & Physiology (AP) | 20 Hours | Spinal biomechanics, nervous system & subtle energy anatomy |
| Yoga Philosophy & Ethics (YPE) | 30 Hours | Patanjali Sutras, Hatha Pradipika, Tantra texts & teacher ethics |
| Practicum & Student Teaching (PR) | 25 Hours | Daily peer teaching, alignment labs & faculty evaluations |
Kriyas, Asanas & Shatkarma
Dynamic sequences to release physical tension, Jala Neti nasal cleansing, and the proper practice of Mula, Uddiyana, Jalandhara, and Maha Bandha.
Pranayama & Kumbhaka Retention
Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Nadi Shodhana for channel purification, Breath of Fire, internal/external retention (Kumbhaka), and nervous system regulation.
Subtle Anatomy & Chakras
The 7 primary Chakras, untying the 3 psychic knots (Brahma, Vishnu, Rudra Granthis), the Pancha Koshas, and balancing the five subtle prana currents.
Classical Philosophy & Texts
Study of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras (the 8 limbs of Ashtanga), foundational Kundalini Tantra concepts, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and living yogic values.
Biomechanics & Sound Healing
Spinal alignment during dynamic kriyas, vagus nerve regulation, and vibrational sound practices using Tibetan singing bowls and Sanskrit Bija mantras.
Methodology & Student Teaching
Designing balanced 60-min and 90-min class formats, safe hands-on adjustments, and daily peer-teaching sessions evaluated directly by Pushpa Ji.
The 7 Chakras System in Kundalini Yoga
In our 200-Hour training, students systematically explore the subtle energy centers along the spine through focused breathwork, bandhas, and meditation:
Daily Vedic Agnihotra Fire Rituals
Experience the sacred Agnihotra fire ceremony alongside authentic Vedic chanting. Offering medicinal herbs into the sacred flame while reciting Sanskrit mantras creates a peaceful atmosphere, clears mental agitation, and prepares the body and mind for deep morning kriya sadhana.
- Atmospheric Purification: Fosters a quiet, tranquil environment for morning meditation.
- Sanskrit Chanting: Vocal resonance connecting you directly to classical Vedic roots.
- Grounding Start: Centers awareness before beginning physical kriya practices.
Accommodation at Our Traditional Residential School
Clean, peaceful residential rooms designed to support your daily practice during the 200-Hour training.
📍 Peaceful Location: Students stay in clean, comfortable rooms situated just 100 meters from our main yoga shala in Laxman Jhula, providing quiet nights for restful sleep while keeping daily classes and meals conveniently close.
Private Room
Ideal for solo practitioners desiring personal space, quiet contemplation, and restful solitude after intensive daily sadhana.
- Comfortable double bed with clean fresh linens
- Ensuite attached private bathroom with 24/7 hot water
- Sunlit window & study desk area
- Lockable wardrobe & personal storage
Twin Sharing Room
Shared with one fellow practitioner of the same gender. A balanced setup for mutual study discussions and community connection.
- Two separate individual comfortable beds
- Clean attached bathroom with 24/7 hot shower
- Bedside lighting & personal lockable storage
- High-speed Wi-Fi access throughout
4-Bed Shared Room
Exclusively reserved for female solo practitioners or friends traveling together. A secure, friendly, and economical communal setting.
- Dedicated individual comfortable beds
- Attached private bathroom & personal lockers
- Regular housekeeping & fresh linen changes
- Safe, women-led campus environment
🌿 Room Amenities: Attached Western bathroom, 24/7 hot & cold water, clean linens, towels, and Wi-Fi.
What’s Included & Not Included in Your TTC
We believe in complete transparency. Every element included in your tuition, stay, and meals is clearly specified below.
✅ Included in Your Package
- Complete Course Material: Official Kundalini manual, Jala Neti cleansing pot, meditation mala beads, and notebooks.
- All Scheduled Classes: Daily practical kriya sessions, pranayama, alignment labs, sound healing, and lectures.
- Sattvic Ayurvedic Meals: 3 freshly prepared organic vegetarian meals daily (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and herbal tea.
- Residential Lodging: Clean, quiet accommodation located 100 meters from our yoga shala in Laxman Jhula.
- Complimentary Airport Pickup: Free private taxi pickup from Dehradun Airport (DED) on course arrival day (6th).
- Ayurvedic Therapy: 1 complimentary full-body Ayurvedic massage (Abhyanga) for physical rejuvenation.
- Guided Weekly Excursions: Visits to Himalayan temples, waterfall nature walks, and Ganga Aarti ceremonies.
- Graduation Credential: School graduation certificate conferring eligibility for Yoga Alliance USA RYT-200 registration.
❌ Not Included
- Airfare: International and domestic flights to and from India / Rishikesh.
- Visa & Travel Insurance: Indian e-Visa fees and personal international travel/health insurance.
- Airport Drop-Off: Return departure taxi transfer back to the airport (readily arranged upon request for $25 DED / $80 DEL).
- Personal Expenses: Personal laundry, external cafe snacks, shopping, and SIM cards.
- Medical Expenses: External doctor consultations or emergency medical services.
- AC Room Upgrade: Optional air-conditioned room upgrade ($10 USD / ₹800 INR per night).
- Additional Spa Services: Extra Ayurvedic treatments beyond the 1 included complimentary session.
Planning a Private Yoga Studio Group or Retreat?
We arrange customized dates, private shala space, and tailored group pricing for studios, university groups, and wellness circles (10 to 25+ students).
What Our Graduates Say
Reflections from international practitioners who completed their 200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training at Veda Yogshala in Rishikesh.
“As a solo female traveler visiting India for the first time, I felt warmly cared for from the moment I was picked up at Dehradun airport. Pushpa Ji provides attentive guidance and makes you feel completely safe. The kriya practices were taught with deep patience.”
Sarah Jenkins“The intimate batch size made a huge difference. In larger schools with 30+ students, personal attention is impossible. Here, Pushpa Ji personally evaluated our breath retention and posture alignment every morning. A truly grounding traditional school.”
Elena Weber“The syllabus breakdown was delivered with discipline and clarity. The subtle anatomy and chakra modules gave real meaning to the kriyas, and the daily teaching practicum gave me the confidence to lead classes right after returning home.”
Jessica TaylorFrequently Asked Questions
Helpful information regarding course fees, Yoga Alliance registration, accommodation, and travel logistics in Rishikesh.