300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh Advanced Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow & Ayurveda Yoga Teacher Training in India
32-Day Residential · Ashtanga · Vinyasa Flow · Ayurveda · RYT 300/500
Take your yoga practice and teaching to a deeper level with a 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh at Pyramid Yogshala. This 32-day residential program is designed for intermediate and advanced practitioners who already have a 200-hour yoga teacher training background and want to develop more advanced knowledge, teaching skills and practical experience.
The program focuses on Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Vinyasa Flow and Ayurveda, with additional training in Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, Alignment, Adjustments and Teaching Methodology. You will also have opportunities to practise teaching, receive feedback and develop your own approach as a yoga teacher.
Set in Rishikesh, surrounded by green hills and close to the Ganges, the residential format allows you to make yoga part of your daily routine while studying and practising alongside other yoga practitioners.
Course Overview
| Duration | 32 Days |
|---|---|
| Location | Rishikesh, India |
| Focus | Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Ayurveda |
| Level | Intermediate / Advanced |
| Certification | Yoga Alliance 300RYT/500RYT |
Triple shared rooms are only for Females. Confirm latest pricing before booking.
Is the 300 Hour Yoga TTC in Rishikesh Right for You?
A 300-hour program is an advanced stage of yoga education. The current Pyramid Yogshala program is designed for practitioners who already hold a 200-hour yoga teacher training certification and have practical teaching experience. It is listed for intermediate and advanced students.
This training may be suitable if you want to:
- ✓ Deepen your existing yoga practice
- ✓ Develop stronger Ashtanga and Vinyasa skills
- ✓ Improve advanced sequencing
- ✓ Refine alignment and adjustment techniques
- ✓ Understand Ayurveda alongside yoga
- ✓ Strengthen your teaching methodology
- ✓ Gain supervised teaching practice
- ✓ Prepare to work with intermediate and advanced students
- ✓ Develop a more individual teaching approach
What You Will Explore During the 300 Hour Yoga Training
The curriculum brings together physical practice, traditional yogic study and practical teaching development.
Core Areas of Training
The combination allows you to work on both sides of teaching: developing your own practice and learning how to guide others effectively.
Ashtanga · Vinyasa Flow · Ayurveda
Deepen Your Ashtanga Practice in Rishikesh
Ashtanga Yoga is one of the central practices within this advanced yoga teacher training.
The training gives you dedicated time to explore Ashtanga practice and understand how breath, movement and concentration work together within a structured practice.
You will work with areas such as:
- ✓ Ashtanga practice
- ✓ Vinyasa principles
- ✓ Breath coordination
- ✓ Bandhas
- ✓ Drishti
- ✓ Sequencing
- ✓ Adjustments and modifications
- ✓ Teaching considerations for experienced practitioners
The goal is not simply to perform a sequence. As an experienced student, you also need to understand how to observe practice, communicate clearly and help students work appropriately within their abilities.
Learn to Build Intelligent Vinyasa Flow Classes
Vinyasa Flow adds a more adaptable and creative dimension to the course.
You will explore how individual postures can be connected into purposeful sequences rather than treating each asana as a separate movement.
The training can help you develop skills in:
- ✓ Creating logical sequences
- ✓ Connecting movement with breath
- ✓ Developing transitions
- ✓ Building progressive classes
- ✓ Working with different levels of students
- ✓ Managing pace and rhythm
- ✓ Creating dynamic yoga sessions
This is particularly valuable for teachers who want to become more confident when designing their own classes instead of relying entirely on pre-planned sequences.
Bring Ayurveda Into Your Yoga Practice
Ayurveda forms an important part of this 300 hour yoga teacher training in India.
The current course information includes study of Ayurvedic concepts such as the three Doshas, Ayurvedic anatomy and physiology, along with principles connected to balance and well-being.
The Ayurveda component gives students an opportunity to explore yoga from a broader traditional perspective and understand how yogic practice and Ayurvedic principles can be considered together.
Refine, Practise & Teach
Refine Alignment, Adjustments and Student Observation
Advanced teaching requires more than knowing how to demonstrate a posture.
The Adjustment and Alignment sessions focus on helping students improve their ability to observe movement and provide appropriate guidance.
You will explore:
- ✓ Alignment principles
- ✓ Hands-on adjustments
- ✓ Verbal guidance
- ✓ Individual modifications
- ✓ Student observation
- ✓ Safer movement practices
- ✓ Injury-awareness considerations
The aim is to make adjustments purposeful and responsive rather than applying the same correction to every student.
Develop Advanced Yoga Teaching Skills
Teaching methodology becomes especially important as you move into advanced yoga education.
The program focuses on developing your ability to create effective sequences for experienced practitioners, while also introducing skills for designing workshops and retreats and developing your own teaching voice.
Your training can include:
- ✓ Advanced class planning
- ✓ Sequencing
- ✓ Verbal cueing
- ✓ Demonstration
- ✓ Student observation
- ✓ Workshop planning
- ✓ Retreat planning
- ✓ Teaching communication
- ✓ Developing your individual teaching style
The emphasis is on helping you become a more thoughtful and adaptable teacher rather than simply following a fixed teaching formula.
Practice Teaching in a Supervised Environment
A strong teacher-training program needs opportunities to teach, not only opportunities to study.
The 300-hour course includes practical teaching work where students can practise guiding others and receive feedback.
This gives you space to work on:
- ✓ Leading a complete session
- ✓ Giving clear instructions
- ✓ Sequencing effectively
- ✓ Observing students
- ✓ Making appropriate adjustments
- ✓ Managing the pace of a class
- ✓ Responding to student needs
- ✓ Building confidence as a teacher
Regular practice also helps you identify which areas of your teaching need further refinement.
Build a Daily Practice Around Yoga, Meditation and Study
The residential format creates a structured daily rhythm combining physical practice, theoretical learning, teaching development and rest.
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | Morning Tea |
| 6:00–6:30 AM | Shatkarma |
| 6:30–7:30 AM | Pranayama |
| 7:30–9:00 AM | Ashtanga Yoga |
| 9:00–10:00 AM | Breakfast / Tea |
| 10:00–11:00 AM | Mantra / Teaching Methodology |
| 11:30 AM–12:30 PM | Adjustment & Alignment / Anatomy |
| 1:00–3:00 PM | Lunch / Rest |
| 3:00–4:00 PM | Yoga Philosophy |
| 4:00–4:30 PM | Tea Break |
| 4:30–6:00 PM | Vinyasa Flow |
| 6:30–7:30 PM | Meditation / Yoga Nidra |
| 7:30–9:00 PM | Dinner |
The school notes that the schedule can vary according to the program.
Experience Residential Yoga Training in Rishikesh
The training takes place at Pyramid Yogshala in the Laxmanjhula area of Rishikesh, India.
The school describes the setting as being close to the Ganges and surrounded by a green, hilly environment, with cafés, shops and other amenities nearby.
Living at the school allows students to maintain a consistent routine throughout the training rather than travelling between accommodation and classes each day.
Rishikesh also provides opportunities to experience Indian culture and local traditions alongside your yoga education.
Cultural and Wellness Experiences
The current course information includes activities such as:
Kunjapuri Devi Temple visit
Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat
Yogi Cave Tour
Sound healing
Mud therapy
Indian cooking workshop
Rishikesh market visit
These activities are included as part of the broader residential experience described by the school.
What Is Included With the 300 Hour Yoga TTC?
The current course information includes the residential stay and scheduled course components, along with meals and listed activities.
Included
- ✓ Residential accommodation
- ✓ All classes included in the program
- ✓ Three vegetarian meals each day
- ✓ Herbal tea and chai
- ✓ Vegan-friendly food options
- ✓ Listed excursions and activities
- ✓ Course learning and teaching sessions
- ✓ Certificate/diploma upon successful completion
Not Included
- ✗ Airfare
- ✗ Visa fees
- ✗ Insurance
- ✗ Personal expenses
- ✗ Transportation from the school to the airport at departure
- ✗ Yoga Alliance fees
- ✗ Extra nights and meals
- ✗ Alternative excursions
300 HOUR TTC START DATES
Our 300-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh runs quarterly, with new batches starting every February, May, August, and November.
Next 6 Batches
Note: Seats are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend booking at least 4 weeks before your preferred start date.
Choose Your Accommodation and Course Package
The 300-hour program offers different accommodation options to suit different preferences.
| Accommodation | Current Listed Fee |
|---|---|
| Triple Sharing Room | €899 |
| Double Sharing Room | €999 |
| Private Room | €1,199 |
| 2 People Sharing 1 Private Room | €1,899 |
The school currently lists private, double and triple-sharing accommodation, with rooms offering balconies/views and access to Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Because course pricing can change, confirm the latest fee and availability before booking.
300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Dates in Rishikesh
The current course page lists upcoming batches across 2027 and 2028:
2027
- 1 February – 4 March 2027
- 1 May – 1 June 2027
- 1 August – 1 September 2027
- 1 November – 2 December 2027
2028
- 1 February – 3 March 2028
- 1 May – 1 June 2028
- 1 August – 1 September 2028
- 1 November – 2 December 2028
The program is listed as a 32-day course. Students are welcome to arrive one day before the course to check in and settle into the school.
What Happens After Completing the 300 Hour YTT?
The purpose of advanced teacher training is not limited to completing additional hours.
The skills developed during the program can support teachers who want to continue developing their teaching through:
- More advanced yoga classes
- Workshops
- Retreats
- Personal practice
- Advanced sequencing
- Further study of yoga and Ayurveda
- Continued teaching development
At Pyramid Yogshala, our 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh helps certified yoga practitioners deepen their practice and advance their teaching skills. Upon successful completion, students receive our school diploma and may apply for Yoga Alliance RYT® 500 registration, subject to the applicable eligibility and registration requirements.
How to Reach Our Yoga School in Rishikesh
From Dehradun Airport
Jolly Grant Airport (DED) is the recommended airport listed by the school. The course page states that the airport is approximately 14 km away and that pickup transfer at the beginning of the course is included.
From Delhi
International students can travel through Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and then take a domestic flight to Dehradun. Alternatively, travellers can reach Rishikesh from Delhi by road.
By Bus
Government and private buses operate between Delhi and Rishikesh. After arriving at Rishikesh bus station, students can use local transportation to reach the school's pickup point.
By Train
Rishikesh can also be reached by train from locations including Haridwar and Dehradun. The school can assist with arranging transportation from the station if required.
Frequently Asked Questions About 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
QWho can join a 300 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh?
The Pyramid Yogshala program is designed for intermediate and advanced practitioners who already have a 200-hour yoga teacher training certification and practical teaching experience.
QDo I need a 200 hour YTT before joining the course?
Yes. The current course information states that the program is intended for practitioners who already hold a 200-hour certification and want to deepen their knowledge and teaching skills.
QIs teaching experience required for a 300 hour YTT?
Yes. The current course description is aimed at students who already have practical teaching experience and want to refine their ability to teach.
QWhat styles are taught in the 300 hour yoga teacher training?
The main focus is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Vinyasa Flow and Ayurveda, supported by Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, Alignment, Adjustments and Teaching Methodology.
QHow long is the 300 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh?
The program is listed as a 32-day residential yoga teacher training course.
QDoes the course include Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow?
Yes. Both Ashtanga Yoga and Vinyasa Flow are central components of the current curriculum, with Ashtanga scheduled in the morning and Vinyasa Flow in the afternoon.
QIs Ayurveda included in the 300 hour YTT?
Yes. Ayurveda is one of the three primary focus areas of the program alongside Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow.
QIs accommodation included in the 300 hour yoga TTC?
Yes. The residential course offers private, double-sharing and triple-sharing accommodation options.
QAre meals included in the course fee?
Yes. The current course information states that students receive three meals per day, along with herbal tea and chai. Vegan-friendly options are also available.
QHow much does the 300 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh cost?
The currently listed fees range from US $899 for triple sharing to US $1,199 for a private room, while two people sharing one private room is listed at US $1,899. Confirm the latest pricing before booking.
QCan I register with Yoga Alliance after completing the course?
Pyramid Yogshala states that its 300-hour program is associated with the Yoga Alliance 300RYT/500RYT pathway and that graduates are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as RYT®, subject to the applicable requirements.
Start Your Advanced Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
A 300-hour training is an opportunity to build on the foundation you have already developed and spend focused time refining your practice and teaching.
With Ashtanga Vinyasa, Vinyasa Flow, Ayurveda, Pranayama, Meditation, Anatomy, Alignment, Adjustments and Teaching Methodology, the program brings advanced practice and practical teaching development into one residential experience.
If you are ready for the next stage of your yoga education, explore the upcoming dates and accommodation options at Pyramid Yogshala in Rishikesh.