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Yoga School in Rishikesh, India

World Peace Yoga school in Rishikesh provides certified courses by Yoga alliance USA — 200 hour, 300 hour, 500 hour Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, & Kundalini and additional courses such as Kids YTTC, Prenatal YTTC, Yin YTTC for beginners, intermediate and advance level students in Rishikesh, India.

If you are looking for a true, world-renowned Yoga learning experience in the land of Rishikesh, the spiritual center and Hub of Yoga then you have come to the right place. World Peace Yoga School has become the landmark of choice for individuals from all parts of the globe, seeking to learn and discover more about the ancient art and science of Yoga. We have trained over 10,000 students on the yoga journey both on and offline all over the world. We offer a deep, spiritual experience alongside teaching various yoga styles — and there is a yoga style to suit you! It is our connection to our students and our traditional teaching methods which makes us stand out from the rest. Yoga Teacher Training is our passion.

We offer a number of Yoga Teacher training in Rishikesh to suit all levels and once completed, you can take the shorter courses to further develop yourself and your knowledge. World Peace Yoga School in India are renowned for the quality and experience of their teachers, facilities, and for loving, supportive style of conducting classes.

Our teachers have over 30+ years of combined experience in their specialist subject areas. This gives us an advantage as we are able to impart traditional yogic knowledge to beginner to advanced students. Our Yoga school in India follow the traditional Himalayan teachings in a modern, safe & considerate environment.

Our yoga teacher training courses are designed in such a way that we allow you to learn and understand the teachings but also provide you with your own time so that you are able to apply the teachings practically with students and the connections you make on your journey.

Our Yoga Teacher Trainings have a proven track record of making you a confident yoga teacher who is ready to either teach or deepen their practice straight after graduation. Our training offers an in-depth journey of both the physical aspect of the practice and the more philosophical and spiritual dimensions of yoga such as mantra, pranayama, philosophy, etc.

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World Peace Yoga School is exactly what the name denotes — World Peace, Unity, Connection, and a part of the World Peace Yoga family — spreading peace, love, joy, and spirituality in the world.

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World Peace Yoga School In Rishikesh

World Peace Yoga School is a lively, vibrant, and cutting-edge yoga ashram that differentiates itself by offering not only yogic & spiritual practices but also by applying the correct traditions, context, and meaning of yogic science, asana, and philosophy. We will take you on a journey of self-discovery, meeting of minds, and amazing yoga asana styles, with a focus on Hatha, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga.

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As a comrade of Yoga Alliance, all our Yoga Teacher Training Courses (TTC) are approved and certified by the main bodies — Yoga Alliance USA, Yoga Alliance Professional, Yoga Alliance International & World Peace Yoga Alliance.

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Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

A yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is a transformative experience that allows you to deepen your understanding of yoga and take your practice to the next level. In Rishikesh, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced teachers who will guide you through a comprehensive curriculum that covers asanas, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy, and more. World Peace Yoga School offers 200 hour, 300 hour, 500 hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh.

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Yoga In Rishikesh, India

As most people know, Rishikesh is the epitome and hub of yoga, the spiritual center and Yoga capital of the World. We attract millions of people here from all corners of the globe each year to further their Yoga Teacher Training and spiritual growth. Set in the Himalayan foothills inward to the northern state of Uttarakhand, alongside the majestic Ganges River, there’s no other destination like it in the World. Why is it that Rishikesh remains the number one location for all actual spiritual seekers and Yoga Teacher Training students? The breathtaking scenery, vibrant but serene atmosphere, colors, smells and a history steeped in thousands of years of Yoga and spiritual tradition, it is impossible to replicate elsewhere. The vibration of Rishikesh is unmatched anywhere else in the world. The seers and sages who have meditated here and continue to do so, keep the energy in Rishikesh for all spiritual yogis high.

It is the perfect setting for self-transformation. Transmitting the spirit of Rishikesh and its Yogic tradition within, World Peace Yoga School is in the heart of Rishikesh. We offer our students the best facilities, environment, and ambiance to receive only the very best Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh. This has been largely due to the position World Peace Yoga School has developed around the world as one of the best Yoga Teacher Training Schools in Rishikesh. Internationally and on home soil all those keen to further develop their Yoga Teaching Teacher Training and spiritual growth come to World Peace Yoga School. All our Teacher Training Courses (TTC) are certified and authorized by Yoga Alliance and its subsidiaries, including Yoga Alliance in the USA.

We have Yoga Teacher Training Courses available at all levels, including 200 Hours Beginner Level (RYT 200), 300 Hours Intermediate Level (RYT 300), and 500 Hours Next Level (RYT 500) in classical Hatha, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa. The vigor and zest of Rishikesh India combined with our World-class facilities provide you with the best Teacher Training Courses in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, and Vinyasa Yoga. Our highly qualified and experienced Yoga Teachers led by Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi mean we can assure you of a transformational experience. World Peace Yoga School provides you the best place to start your yoga journey from understanding the basic teachings, taking the next step to teach Yoga, or the opportunity to resume your yoga teacher training from the point where you left.

If you are taking a trip to Rishikesh as a tourist and not yet ready to commence your yoga journey why not come visit us and find out more. World Peace Yoga School also invites people, of all backgrounds and levels to visit any of our Yoga Schools in Rishikesh, get a sense of our facilities, environment, and atmosphere and see why we’re considered one of the best Yoga Teacher Training Schools in Rishikesh. Our well-educated and trained crew of yoga teachers is always ready to talk to you through our range of Yoga Teacher Training Courses (TTC), which include Hatha Yoga Teacher Training, Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training, and Vinyasa Yoga. We are happy to take any questions or concerns that you may have.

The journey of Yoga or the yoga teacher training course you chose to take with us, means you can have faith and confidence that practicing Yoga in Rishikesh, India in any of our Yoga Schools will be an experience you will never forget no matter whether you chose to teach or just deepen your own practice.

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The 5000 Years Old Yoga Tradition Of The Himalayan Masters

An unbroken chain of masters — from the Vedic rishis to Guru Vishnu — each passing the practice from teacher to disciple.

5000 Years Of The Himalayan Tradition

  1. Agastya Muni
    Vedic Age

    Agastya Muni

    Author of verses of the Rig Veda, one of the seven revered rishis and a siddha of the Shaiva tradition.

  2. Patanjali
    4th C. BC

    Patanjali

    Raja Yogi of the Siddha tradition who distilled 4000 yoga traditions into 196 sutras.

  3. Siddha Bhogar
    550 BC

    Siddha Bhogar

    A great Siddha, accomplished yogi and disciple of Agastya Muni.

  4. Mahavatar Babaji
    203 AD

    Mahavatar Babaji

    Immortal yogi of the Himalayas, disciple of Siddha Bhogar Nathar.

  5. Bengali Baba
    Himalaya

    Bengali Baba

    A Himalayan Yogi, disciple of Mahavatar Babaji.

  6. Swami Rama
    1925–1996

    Swami Rama

    A Himalayan Yogi, disciple of Bengali Baba.

  7. Swami Veda Bharati
    1933–2015

    Swami Veda Bharati

    Founder of AHYMSIN, yogi and writer of many yoga books, disciple of Swami Rama.

Guru Vishnu, founder of World Peace Yoga School

Guru Vishnu

Founder, World Peace Yoga School · Birth 1974, now in Rishikesh
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Why Choose Yoga Teacher Training In India?

For the unversed, Lord Shiva is the one who gave the knowledge of yoga to the mortals. And it happened in the Himalayan region, in India. Known as Adidev, Lord Shiva taught yogic knowledge to the seven sages also called Sapta Rishis. Later these sages propagated the knowledge and created their yogic lineages, which exist still today. Therefore, yoga teacher training in India is the only option for those who are looking for an authentic yoga experience.

When you practice yoga in India, it gives you the spiritual atmosphere which is necessary to imbibe the values that are a part of yoga. The spiritual ambience of the location also matters, as it conditions the mind and spirit to act in a manner, as laid down by our Vedic scripts. To learn the true values of yoga, which is beyond what you see in the form of postures or asanas, you must learn it in a sublime and spiritual ambience. And India offers just that, at various places including Rishikesh, which is located in the foothills of the Himalayas.

Apart from learning yoga in traditionally rich places, you get to follow Gurus, who have dedicated their life to yoga culture. Thereafter, you learn many yoga forms like Hatha Yoga, Traditional Ashtanga Yoga, Ashtanga-Vinyasa Yoga, and Kundalini Yoga, amongst others. There are many picturesque and beautiful locations in India, which offer unique landscapes in the form of beaches, forests, hill stations, and rivers. So, you can develop that connection with nature.

We also have that ancient ashram culture which you can experience here in India. You also become a part of a global yogic community, where you will find people from all nationalities and walks of life, thus helping you evolve and grow. Enroll for yoga teacher training in India at World Peace Yoga School, and take those first few steps towards all-round spiritual transformation.

Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi, founder of World Peace Yoga School
Founder

Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi

A spinner of joy, a farmer of wisdom, and support for those who need guidance — an Indian yoga guru whose sole purpose is to serve humanity and spread the knowledge of yoga to create harmony and peace.

My life itself is a message, I am human, I make mistakes, these mistakes are the stepping stones for me to continue my journey as they teach me the greatest of lessons.

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    About Us

    A lively, vibrant and cutting-edge yoga ashram in Rishikesh.

    World Peace Yoga School differentiates itself by offering not only yogic practices, but also the traditional application, context and meaning of yogic science, asana and philosophy, mantra, and pranayama within each of the Yoga Teacher Training Courses.

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    A community of soulful individuals deeply inspired by yoga’s eternal message of unity and peace.

    “The meaning of oneself is not to be found in its separateness from God and others, but in the ceaseless realization of yoga, of the union.” — Rabindranath Tagore

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    One of the most prestigious teacher training schools in Rishikesh.

    By maintaining the highest standards of yoga curriculum, the school ensures premium services and supreme education.

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    Charity Work

    Our mission is to use our influence for the good of the human race.

    Profits are used to run the school and provide training to those less fortunate, so that they are able to earn and give back to those who need it the most.

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    Accommodation

    Private, twin and shared rooms, all with modern facilities and the comfort of home.

    Stay with us and experience the beauty of Rishikesh in a relaxed, peaceful atmosphere with other spiritual-minded individuals — many rooms look out over the magnificent Ganga and the mountains which encase our school.

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    A range of services for students throughout their training in Rishikesh, India.

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The journey from wherever you may be in the world, coming to Rishikesh in India, is filled with vibrancy and awe, we can support you along the way. Rishikesh is one of the safest regions in India and public transport is available and safe. Why not start your journey to World Peace Yoga School with confidence that you are safe. You can keep in touch with the School before you commence your Yoga Teacher training in India. Rishikesh is approx. 250km from Delhi and below are some options to reach Rishikesh.

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Fly From Delhi To Dehradun Airport

If you are visiting India for the first time, then it is better for you to take a flight to Dehradun (a nearby city). From Dehradun, our ashram is a 30 to 35-min drive by car, so you save time, energy and confusion. The closest and most convenient airport is New Delhi — this is a modern airport and taxis can be booked as soon as you come out of immigration and collect your luggage. It is approximately 1 hour flight time, there is a morning, afternoon or late evening flight available. Delhi Airport provides a complimentary shuttle service every 20 mins between domestic and international terminals. A tip — always check the internal baggage allowance and the timings so if you have any initial departure flight delays you do not miss your internal flight.

Fly From Delhi To Dehradun Airport

Taxi From Delhi Airport

The journey from Delhi airport to Rishikesh by road is approximately 6 hours. After a long journey it is good to know that transport is waiting. For $160 usd World Peace Yoga School offer their own transport service which covers pick up at the start of the course and drop off at the completion of the course. One way transport can also be arranged for $80 usd e.g. — Delhi to Rishikesh or Rishikesh to Delhi.

Taxi From Delhi Airport

From Dehradun Airport

Our Ashram car will be waiting for the students who have booked the taxi from Dehradun Airport via World Peace Yoga School the day prior to the course initiation ceremony — this service is free of charge. If you arrive 2 or more days before the course starts then additional charges of $20 (US) will be applied. It is a beautiful scenic drive through Himalayan mountains and jungles that as soon as your feet touch the soil — you will be in a different kind of heaven.

From Dehradun Airport

Taxi From Haridwar Railway Station

Our free taxi service is not available from Haridwar Railway Station or any pick up place from within Rishikesh as the school is very close. If you are coming by train and you need a taxi you can easily find a tuk tuk (around 500 INR, 7 USD) and prepaid taxi (around 1200 INR, $20 USD). It is very safe as it is an international tourist hub. If you need a taxi from us, there is an additional cost of 20 USD and you need to book in advance.

Taxi From Haridwar Railway Station

Bus Services From Delhi

Bus services are available from Delhi ISBT, there are also luxury buses available which can bring you directly to Rishikesh Bus Station. It costs around 800 Rupees. Be connected with the World Peace Yoga School before you start your Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India so that we can help you to reach us. Around 42 bus services are operated between Delhi and Rishikesh.

Bus Services From Delhi

Already in Rishikesh?

If you are already here in Rishikesh staying in any hotel or ashram then we can get you to our School by sending someone to pick you up by a scooter or you can come on your own.

Already in Rishikesh?

Solo Traveller

If this is your first time in India and you are travelling alone — inform us of your flight information and any transport request. Anywhere in the world can be unsafe, you just need to be mindful. Do not be offended if someone asks you a lot of questions, and do not be alarmed if people want to take your photo. Do not take a taxi that you have not pre-booked unless you are close to your destination and it is a tuk tuk or registered cab. Always ensure you have some Indian rupees in smaller denominations. India is as safe as any other country.

Solo Traveller

Massages

We offer services for various Ayurvedic massages. Abhyangam is Ayurvedic Oil Massage — the practice of this type of massage leads to a healthy body and mind. Deep tissue realigns the deeper layers of connective muscle and tissue. Shirodhara has a deeply relaxing effect and restores the balance of the doshas (vital energies) bringing numerous benefits to mind, body and spirit. Marma helps to sustain the flow of energy throughout the body. Reflexology, and much more is provided for all kinds of health and mental problems.

Massages

Panchakarma

The method of cleansing the body of all unwanted waste and toxins that build up over the years. It restores the body back to its natural state of balance. It includes preventative, curative and promotive actions for various diseases in the body. The five purification therapies include Vamana or Emesis, Virechana or Purgation, Niroohavasti or Decoction Enema, Anuvasanavasti or Oil Enema, and Nasya or Installation of Medicine through Nostrils. You have the option of 3, 7, 10 or 21 Days Panchakarma available.

Panchakarma

Treatment

Our ayurvedic centre can give you a treatment if you are suffering from HBP, Heart Problems, Skin Diseases, Diabetes, Sex Problems, Cancer, Lungs Problems, Migraine, Constipation, Cervical Spondylosis, Slip Disc, Sciatica, Ligament Problem, Psoriasis, Eye Problems, Colon Cleansing and so on. You can consult our doctor.

Treatment

Doctor Consultation

Our Ayurvedic doctor will take you through a full consultation. Features include Pulse Examination, Body Constitution Assessment, Dosha Assessment, Food & Lifestyle Guidance, Yogic Approach to Word Alignments, and Ayurveda Disease Management.

Doctor Consultation

Acupressure

Acupressure is used in Ayurvedic treatment treating blocked energy by manually applying pressure to acupoints on the body meridians. Acupressure uses fingers, palms, elbows, or feet. It provides instant relief, reduces PMS symptoms, calms nausea, relieves pain, provides relief in insomnia, and restores the balance of the body. We offer acupressure treatments and courses.

Acupressure

Marma Therapy

It is an ancient Indian technique of the healing process. It utilizes 107 doorways into the body and consciousness. The mind is considered the 108th marma point. Light stimulation is carried out on the body, removing blockages and giving physical and psychological relaxation and strength. Features include detoxification at all levels, significant improvement in bodily and organ functions, healthier skin and radiant appearance, balance of the doshas, activated prana levels, and easier access to higher levels of consciousness.

Marma Therapy

Reiki

Reiki is a complementary therapy relating to energy healing of your physical and mental trauma (40 min healing session: 2,000 INR / $20). The treatment of Reiki is healing through universal energy. It promotes relaxation and peace, reduces stress and anxiety, and supports emotional and physical healing. We teach up to 3 levels of Reiki — Level I: $70, Level II: $100, Level III price on request. Other healing modalities offered at 2000 INR or $20 USD include inner child healing, cacao group ceremonies, and connected conscious holotropic breath work sessions.

Reiki

Sound Healing

Sound creates shifts in energy and sound healing uses sacred instruments to induce a state of ease and harmony in the body. It is both a passive and participatory experience — passive as you are laying down and participatory by becoming more open and aware of each sound that comes in. We use Tibetan bowls, gongs and tuning forks. Benefits include deep relaxation, lower blood pressure, improved sleep and stress reduction. Individual session 2,000 INR or $20 for 1 hour. Group sessions also provided. We teach 3 levels of Sound Healing.

Sound Healing

Crystal Healing

Crystal healing is a beautiful alternative healing in which crystals and other stones are used to bring balance to an individual life and mind. The stones become conduits of natural healing energy. Benefits include healing of mental wellbeing, increased tranquillity, stress reduction, and a more peaceful mind. We teach both healings and courses. One hour healing 2000 INR.

Crystal Healing

Yajna Healing

Using Agni-Yagya is a powerful remedy for purification. It uses a special wood and herbs to purify the negative effects of pollution. The vapour and fumes of the herbal medicines that are used in Yajna infiltrate the body through the skin and pores, entering each body part. It is painless and riskless, and excellent for physical health, headaches and migraines, mental ailments and skin disorders. One hour healing 1000 INR.

Yajna Healing

Mantra Healing

Mantras are vibrations that create. The mind has a tendency to flow from one thought to the next over and over. We over-stimulate our mind and senses with the external world. Mantra healing is a technique to break that tendency and bring the mind inwards. A pandit will undertake this healing — they understand and read birth charts and what mantras are required to assist you on your journey. Benefits include improved mood and wellbeing, less fatigue, increased self awareness, and a greater sense of calm.

Mantra Healing

Pranic Healing

Pranic Healing is a highly developed and tested system of energy healing treatment. It is done without touching and accelerates the body innate ability to heal at all levels. Prana is an invisible bio-energy that keeps the body alive and pranic healing helps to support the body. It cleanses, stabilises and energizes all the major chakras, removes unhealthy energy from the person body, eliminates blockages in the energy channel, and brings inner peace and reduced health problems.

Pranic Healing

Mehendi

Mehndi is a form of body art originating in ancient India. It is created from the dry leaves of the henna plant which is considered as one of the healing plants which bring good fortune, health and prosperity. Designs are created on hands and feet of the women and it has been a culture of thousands of years. One hand Mehendi $5 USD, both hands $9 USD — one hand takes around 20 to 30 minutes. We have appointed the local women who are doing this for their livelihood.

Mehendi

Saree Dress

The most important reason that makes saree special is it is the most ancient wear that has been used for the last 20,000 years. Saree is the only outfit that can bring out the beauty in women despite being fully covered. The second most important point is that saree is the only attire that can accentuate a woman curves as no other outfit does. You can rent or buy a saree from our beauty hut. Get free training on how to wear saree and take some good pictures.

Saree Dress

Nature Facial

Herbal facials are both very fine for skin and give you a healthy-looking, young, energetic skin. Having no chemicals at all, these are the ones you should definitely try for a glowing and rejuvenated skin. We use the herbs that have been used by the women of India for the last thousands of years.

Nature Facial

Ornaments & Jewellery

Jewellery has always made women feel beautiful and confident. It has the ability to highlight a woman personality and bring out the best features when wearing the right pieces for the right occasion. So, jewellery makes one feel special, stylish and beautiful. We have appointed the local women who are doing this for their livelihood.

Ornaments Jewellery

Traditional Make Up

Traditional Indian make up will give you a feeling of beauty within you. You will feel love for yourself and you find that you are a super powerful woman in this world. The life of a woman lies in beauty and you can make up your body naturally with natural lip balm, eyebrow pencil and lipstick. Specially on the first and last day of the graduation ceremony you can have this.

Traditional Make Up

Men Beauty

We provide the art of beauty to men also. It is important for all men to look strong, gentle, and handsome. Natural care and proper dress can be a great tool along with the yoga and meditation practices. Join us and find how you can look smart!

Men Beauty

Included

We provide traditional Indian vegetarian food, some dishes may include dairy. We only serve seasonal vegetables and fruit. Breakfast at 9:00 AM, lunch at 1:00 PM, and dinner at 7:00 PM. The dining schedule is aligned to classes and experience. Breakfast may consist of porridge or oats (no dairy is used), fruit, poha, prantha or idli. Lunch includes dal, rice, chapatti, vegetables, raita, khichri, papad, sweets and salad. Dinner includes chapatti, prantha, chilla, pancake, khichri, khir, vegetables, salad and tea. Water and herbal tea is available all day.

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Juices & Drinks

Varieties of healthy juices and drinks are available that students can buy from the juice bar — Spirulina Juice, Moringa Juice, Green Juice, Fruit Juice, Shakes and Herbal Tea.

Juices Drinks

Bakery

There is a small vegan bakery in our reception area for our students. They can use their spare time to feel fresh, so that their mind will be focused in the study. There are varieties of banana and fruit cake, chocolate cake and more available.

Bakery

Any Allergies?

It is difficult to cater for all allergies and special dietary requirements. You can ask the kitchen staff what they have used in the ingredients — 90% of the time there will be an alternative available. Due to workload they are not able to cook separate meals. All food is vegetarian and 80% of meals will be vegan.

Any Allergies?

Special Requirements

The kitchen staff work tirelessly with love and cook the meals each and every day to keep us nourished. They have Sunday afternoon off, and it can be difficult for them to make special requirements unless dictated by the yoga course schedule. You can keep food in your room such as pre-packed nuts, dry fruits or fruit bread. Please do not bring any meat products, egg included, on to the site. We treat all students equally and there are no special requests or individual catering. Food is freshly prepared at each meal, light and pure, and made with love.

Special Requirements

Buying Fruits & Veg

If you want to have some extra fruits, vegetables, dry fruits and anything else you can buy from the local market in Laxman Jhula or Ram Jhula. There are many carts that serve fresh fruit each day and all is seasonal. Always ensure that you wash and clean any fruit and veg before eating.

Buying Fruits Veg

Vashistha Cave

Vashistha was a great yogi who was the guru of Lord Rama. He stayed here in this cave 10,000 years back. There are thousands of yogis who got enlightenment in this cave. So we take our students there to experience the vibration of that place. It is situated in the mountain on the banks of the Ganga. We also see Jesus cave which is close to Vashistha cave where Jesus stayed for 3 days when he was in Rishikesh. Ashram organizes the trip on Sunday for our students.

Vashistha Cave

Himalayan Sunrise Tour

On one Sunday our students will visit Kunjapuri Devi Temple, a sacred temple which is one of the Shakti Peeths. Kunjapuri Devi Temple also offers panoramic views of snow capped mountains and peaks such as Swarga Rohini, Gangotri, Banderpunch and Chaukhamba. We start our trip early morning around 4 to 5 am to see the sunrise.

Himalayan Sunrise Tour

Patna Waterfall

It is located around 7 kms from Lakshman Jhula. Patna Waterfalls are right next to the Patna village in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. The highlight of the waterfalls is also a limestone cave situated right next to it.

Patna Waterfall

Jhilmil Cave

Jhilmil Cave is situated in Manikut Mountain and from Rishikesh it is 25 KM distance. It is 1126 meters above sea level. These caves altogether fill you with thrill and excitement. It is certainly interesting to enter where many yogis and sadhus have lived and meditated for a century. It is the best week-off activity to visit a mountain top by trekking with an expert guide of our ashram. Some trekking routes are lofty and also pass through Rajaji National Park.

Jhilmil Cave

Beatles Ashram

Beatles Ashram is the ashram founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. In that place the Beatles got initiation from Mahesh Yogi and that is why this place is also called Beatles Ashram. It is just close to Ram Jhula and one can go by walk. Government of India charges a small fee of 500 INR to enter. Ashram organizes this trip for the students.

Beatles Ashram

Rafting

For adventure lovers Rishikesh is a great destination. Here we have rafting, bungee jumping, jumping heights, mountain climbing and more. Among all of these, white river rafting is the most amazing. Interested students can do that but it is only available from September till May. One should book the rafting by paying only 500 INR.

Rafting
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    Dance & Music

    We offer dance and music classes to make you more joyful and rediscover your potential in performing arts and how this fits in with Yoga and taking you on your journey of self.

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    Ayurveda

    Ayur means ‘longevity’ and veda means ‘science’. So Ayurveda implies the ‘science of life’. We offer Ayurvedic treatments and training at an additional cost to compliment your learning.

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    Healing

    We offer various healing experiences such as sound healing, crystal healing, Reiki and energy chakra clearing to really get your focus on you and your growth, helping to align you to your yoga teacher training course in a more energized and focused manner.

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    We teach traditional ‘Tantra’ that is a great ancient science and an all-inclusive spiritual pathway that awakens mankind to its true nature.

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21 days ago

My experience was very professional, and it was very easy to work with the team here. The teachers made every class feel personal.

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1 month ago

Thank you, Vishnu, for such a beautiful experience at World Peace Yoga School! The teachers were incredibly patient and the ashram felt like home.

S Sara Mitchell Posted on Google
1 month ago

The 200 hour course changed how I understand yoga completely. Philosophy classes with Guru ji were the real highlight for me.

M Marco Ferrari Posted on Google
2 months ago

Beautiful location on the banks of the Ganga, honest teaching and genuinely caring staff. The food was simple and fresh.

A Aiko Tanaka Posted on Google
2 months ago

I did the 300 hour here after my 200 elsewhere, and the difference in depth is huge. Kundalini sessions were unforgettable.

L Lucia Moreno Posted on Google
2 months ago

Small groups, personal attention and a schedule that leaves room to absorb what you learn. The sunrise trip was magical.

D Daniel Brooks Posted on Google
3 months ago

Every teacher here is deeply rooted in the tradition. I arrived as a nervous beginner and graduated feeling confident to teach.

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3 months ago

Authentic Himalayan tradition, not a watered down tourist course. The anatomy classes alone were worth the trip.

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As an Indian student I was looking for real parampara and found it here. Mantra chanting every morning set the tone for the day.

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The ashram is spotless, the staff kind, and the teaching honest. I left with a practice I actually maintain at home.

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Guru ji has a way of explaining philosophy that finally made the sutras click for me. Highly recommend the 500 hour path.

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Warm community, serious teaching and a stunning setting. Six weeks here reset something in me that no holiday ever has.

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Start Your Yoga Journey In Rishikesh

Come and live the practice at the foothills of the Himalayas. Your days begin before sunrise on the banks of the Ganga — pranayama, asana, philosophy and satsang — and you leave as a certified teacher.

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Temple and hillside in Rishikesh
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Questions You May Have Before Joining Us

Location & Travel6 Questions

World Peace Yoga School, Badrinath Rd, Near Vinyasa Yoga Academy, Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137.

The most convenient way to reach the school is to catch a flight from Delhi to Dehradun airport, as it is less expensive than a taxi and is very time-saving. Once you are at Dehradun our driver will collect you and bring you to the school.

Both locations hold their own unique beauty and benefits. Rishikesh, India is steeped in spirituality and is the Yoga Capital of the world, where we practise and teach yoga in authentic tradition — the birthplace of yoga, ancient temples and caves, the Himalayas and Mother Ganga. Bali is closely connected to spirituality and lush nature, a wellness hub with a zen-like atmosphere, rainforests, paddy fields and beaches.

Everyone needs a visa to come to India, no matter which country you are from. You should apply for an E-Tourist Visa. The easiest and safest way is through the official website of India — a one month visa costs around 40 USD and is issued via e-mail within 72 hours. Apply early to be on the safe side, and make sure there is no spelling mistake or number mix-up: if your visa has any minor mistake, you will not be able to board your plane.

There are 310 days of sunshine per year. Autumn and spring need a mixture of warm and cool weather clothes, as Rishikesh can be hot by day and much cooler by night. Winter needs warm clothes including jumpers, sweaters and socks, as temperatures drop a lot. Summer is hot and gets progressively hotter as the season goes on, and monsoon is hot and humid — cooling clothes are best.

Being a revered pilgrimage destination, Rishikesh is safe to travel and attracts students and spiritual seekers from all over the world. The locals are very humble and friendly. At World Peace Yoga School your safety and well-being is of the utmost importance.

Course & Eligibility7 Questions

World Peace Yoga offers 200, 300 and 500 hour residential yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India, certified by Yoga Alliance. 200 hour is the standard course; once complete you can take the 300 hour and become 500 hour qualified. If you have done 200 hours elsewhere you can come and take the 300 hour course, or stay 59 days and take the 500 hour course to fully immerse into our culture.

We take students at all levels, even complete beginners. It is worth watching some pre-recorded preparatory videos beforehand to give you a little understanding and awareness of yoga.

Yes. World Peace Yoga School is a registered and certified yoga school with Yoga Alliance USA. After completion of the course you can register on their website and work anywhere in the world.

Yes, many of our students take the trainings just to deepen their practice. In fact it is the perfect way to do so.

If you have taken any 200 hour teacher training course, you can take the prenatal or kids yoga TTC to add to and enhance your teachings.

We regularly have students over age 60 in our trainings. Our style of yoga will open your body and your energy channels. You will be challenged in many ways, but do not push yourself unnecessarily and you will have all the support you need. Age is nothing but a number.

Our teachers have over 35 years of combined teaching experience and each is specialised in their own field. Different teachers take different modules, so you will get to know and love all of them over the course.

Fees & Booking5 Questions

You can register through the Apply page on our website and we will send you all the information.

An initial advance fee of $200 reserves your seat — this is non-refundable. You can then make full payment when you arrive at the school. If you choose to pay by credit card on arrival, please be aware there will be additional costs for the international transaction and exchange rate fluctuations.

Included: healthy meals Monday to Saturday (3 meals per day), water, accommodation for the course duration, yoga teacher training manual, 2 Sunday excursions, satsang, Ganga bath, Ganga beach yoga class, kirtan, Ganga arti, and free taxi pick-up from Dehradun airport. Not included: additional excursions and personal expenses, airfare, Sunday meals, and additional credit card fees.

The advance course fee is not refundable, unless it is a case of emergency — in that instance you can contact us to delay the course start. If the student cancels the course we will accept the cancellation, but the advance deposit will not be refunded.

You may want to carry some money for daily needs, clothes, gifts and handicrafts, so the choice is yours. Rishikesh has plenty of ATMs so there is no need to carry much cash. International credit and debit cards are accepted by many shops. If you run short of funds you can use services like TransferWise and PayPal for inward remittances.

Stay & Food5 Questions

We offer clean, light and airy accommodation encased by the Himalayan mountains with the Ganga on our doorstep. You have the option of single rooms or twin sharing, and all rooms have their own bathroom and AC. We provide filtered water throughout the building, free WiFi, fresh towels and clean bedding. There is a desk for study and a wardrobe for your clothes. You can hand wash your laundry or send it for washing at a small cost.

You will be given 3 nutritious organic vegetarian meals per day, along with herbal teas and an unlimited supply of water. Our food is based on yoga and Ayurveda principles, which means it is nutritious, easy to digest and helps optimise the wellness of mind and body. Fruit and vegetables are seasonal. It is difficult to support every dietary requirement, but do contact us with yours and we will let you know what we can cater for.

You can keep fruit, nuts and similar items in your own room. Alcohol, smoking, meat, fish and eggs are prohibited in the school. It is your responsibility to keep your room clean.

You are required to be at the school on the 1st of the month — this gives you time to relax and get your bearings before the ceremony on the 2nd. We aim to complete the course by the 28th so that if you have a 30-day visa you can depart India within the permitted timeframe, and it gives you a day after the course for last-minute gift buying or excursions such as rafting.

You have time after lunch, and evenings including Sundays, to rest and self study. It is up to you how you use this time. The day starts early and can be busy, but the energy of being on this journey will pull you through time and time again.

Practical Info3 Questions

An appropriate dress code should be followed during yoga class, and modesty maintained out of respect for the local culture. We have all the equipment you need for classes. Bring one white outfit for the ceremony days. It is also worth bringing a water bottle so that we save on plastic.

There is an abundance of shops in Rishikesh — pharmacies, toiletries, Ayurvedic shops, clothing and much more. The main thing Rishikesh does not offer is laptop and phone related goods and services; for example there is no Apple service centre in Rishikesh, though there is one in Dehradun. We advise bringing extra cables and adaptors if possible.

The shops are all within a ten minute walking distance. You will find pharmacies, Ayurvedic shops, clothing, western food, gift shops and beauty shops — all your needs can be met.

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Locations Of The World Peace Yoga School

Rishikesh
RishikeshThe yoga capital of the world, on the banks of the holy Ganga.
Bali
BaliTropical retreats among the rice fields and temples of Ubud.
Thailand
ThailandPeaceful island training surrounded by sea and jungle.
Kerala
KeralaThe birthplace of Ayurveda, green backwaters and calm villages.
Nepal
NepalPractice in the stillness of the Himalayan foothills.
Goa
GoaBeachside sessions with golden sunsets on the Arabian Sea.
We Are Awesome

World Peace Charities

Why Himalayan Girls?

  • Lack of educational facilities has been compelling local inhabitants of the hills to relocate to the plains. Here, there exist several 'gurukulams' and orphanages for boys. However, there is not even a single orphanage or school for girls.
  • World Peace Yoga school aims to address this issue and promote female literacy among the regional Himalayan girls through this project.
  • The school is keen to motivate these girls to be responsible citizens and ambassadors of the world peace mission!
  • So we invite you to support our project and mission wholeheartedly.
Why Himalayan Girls?

What We Plan?

  • We are planning to establish a Gurukulam-cum-orphanage where children can join freely. The revenues from our yoga school shall be pooled for this charity. Thereafter, in the future, we plan to create similar projects to assist girl children.
  • For this purpose, we have seen a plot of land and are planning to purchase it. So we are accumulating funds to buy and build a home for them.
What We Plan?

Where Is The School?

  • The Himalayan Girls School and Orphanage project would be based in Lakshman Jhula, on the banks of the sacred Ganga.
  • Rishikesh is revered as the 'yoga capital of the world'.
  • So, the divine vibes of this holy spiritual capital of the world is a perfect place for this educational institution.
  • Yoga students from various corners of the world can join us and help us make this mission successful.
Where Is The School?

How You Can Help?

  • You can extend your assistance in more ways than one.
  • For instance, you can offer donations to buy the land in order to construct the school buildings and so on.
  • Once the school is operational, you can also contribute by offering your services as a teacher here.
  • You can also choose to collect donations and send them to us for our project.
How You Can Help?

Donate And Raise Fund

  • The details below will guide you on how to make donations for our cause. We are certain you would love to avail of this opportunity to accomplish such a noble task as encouraging women education!
  • Purification of wealth exists in donating.
Donate And Raise Fund

Be A Member

  • We are creating global awareness for this project so that we can inculcate love and compassion among humans for our society.
  • This membership will facilitate your participation in our various charity programs. These programs not only help our children but also motivate them to give so much to you!
Be A Member

Where Is The School Located?

  • The name of our ashram is 'Anana Nilayam', home of happiness.
  • It is situated in the village Tarekela, Jharsuguda district. It is one of the poorest states of India.
Where Is The School Located?

Orphanage/School

  • Here children from all walks of the society are heartily welcomed to foster in a spirit of unity and oneness. This would also enable us to manage the school with adequate finances.
  • We also aim to support poverty-stricken families or the ones who have lost their jobs by providing free education to their children.
Orphanage/School

What Is Going On?

  • We have a hostel for 50 children.
  • The remaining children travel by bus daily, accompanied by their parents. We also train them in terms of parenting so students are treated with love and care.
  • Our school is spiritually oriented and we have made Vedic mantras, meditation, and spiritual ceremonies as an essential part of our curriculum.
What Is Going On?

How We Manage The School

  • We accept a very small amount of fees from students hailing from good families.
  • Fortunately, we also receive donations from some kind-hearted individuals. World Peace Yoga School is one of the major helping hands who are self-motivated in terms of managing students and providing them education. Our students also believe in helping us unconditionally.
How We Manage The School

What You Can Do To Help

You can help by giving donations for food, make new rooms, offer books and study materials, dresses. Also, you can take one child as your responsibility and contribute for his or her education.

What You Can Do To Help

Donate Now

  • If you feel connected to our passion and dream of promoting literacy, we invite you to donate with generous hearts!
  • We never know as to when the next opportunity of good karma comes along.
  • So whatever amount it might be, we encourage you to contribute to our noble cause.
Donate Now

The School Around Us

  • There are several government schools located around our ashram. The children enrolled in those government institutions are poor. Quite often, they are deprived of toys and things to play with.
  • We make efforts to help those children by procuring the things they need.
The School Around Us

What Problems Children Face

As most of the children are from poor families they cannot afford the basic necessities to enjoy their life.

What Problems Children Face

What We Do

We try to stand by those children by:

  • Distributing games, notebooks, pens, etc.
  • Teaching them English lifestyle.
  • Playing with them.
What We Do

What You Can Bring When You Come Here

You can also support these poor school children by bringing along certain accessories like:

  • Pens and pencils
  • Old dress of your children if you have
What You Can Bring When You Come Here

How Can You Serve

  • You can participate and join your efforts with World Peace Yoga school to serve the children.
  • For example, you can support us by volunteering and making the project more fruitful and productive.
How Can You Serve

Our Programs

Our plan is to provide the best education across the world. We plan to achieve this objective through a variety of programs.

Our Programs

Sadhu Seva

  • During every full moon, we have special 'Bhandara' services. We feed sadhus in Bhandara. The concept of Bhandara implies 'community kitchens'. Through this program, we cook and serve free meals to the sadhus with devotion.
  • We also help them during winter and from harsh cold weather conditions by distributing blankets to the sadhus.
Sadhu Seva

What You Can Do

You can also be a part of our programs by donating blankets or other things that might be necessary for daily living and sustenance of these sadhus

What You Can Do

Satsang Ayojan

We invite sadhus and local yogis to arrange satsangs that help us imbibe fresh wisdom and advance towards spiritual development.

Satsang Ayojan

Maintain A Spiritual Environment

Sadhus and yogis are the beauty of Rishikesh. It is because of their unique holy vibes that the sanctity of Rishikesh is so well-maintained. So World Peace Yoga school always makes effort to preserve the special spiritual energy of this place through services towards sadhus.

Maintain A Spiritual Environment

What Our Plan Is?

Our plan is to establish food and accommodation facilities for the entire day.

What Our Plan Is?

Animal Care

We believe that sharing is caring. Moreover, we harbour great love and compassion for animals. Therefore, we have decided to create a 'Goshala' in Odisha.

Animal Care

Goshala And Cow Care

We have 10 acres of land dedicated for the daily, routinely care of 'Gaumata' or cows. Here, we will ensure that cows are well taken care of, fed regularly, bathed and treated with love and kindness.

Goshala And Cow Care

Cow Feeding & Serving

Nowadays during social isolation due to the imposed lockdown, cows are not getting food in Rishikesh. So World Peace Yoga School is planning to feed them and make them healthy.

Cow Seva is akin to Seva or service of God so we wholeheartedly believe in safeguarding cows.

Cow Feeding & Serving

Street Dog Care And Feeding

There are hundreds of dog and everyday so many dogs get hit by accident. We try our best to take care of them and help to heal them.

Street Dog Care And Feeding

Helping To Make Cow Farm

If you want to donate to help our cow farm you most welcome. And, if you want to buy a cow for us then it would be really awesome.

Helping To Make Cow Farm

What You Can Do?

On your part, you can feed the cows with grass daily and ensure they derive their regular source of nourishment.

What You Can Do?

What Is This?

It is a recycle project where anybody can donate their used dress, oils, any things that they do not use. Instead, someone else who might be in a more urgent requirement will take it. In this way no need to buy unnecessary things.

What Is This?

Recycle Project

This project is very inspiring and many people will be benefitted from it.

Recycle Project

What Used Things You Can Donate

The things you can choose to donate comprise shampoo, toothpaste, mosquito lotion, books, mats, dress, and other things.

What Used Things You Can Donate

Who Can Use Them

Everybody can use the things offered from any country, color, and culture. So we request that you offer clothes only after cleaning them, whether you are donating old or new clothes.

Who Can Use Them

Where Donation Goes?

Donation goes to our charitable trust.

Where Donation Goes?

Can I Volunteer?

Yes you can definitely volunteer. We have volunteering options too work in the charity shop or by encouraging others to use the products that you are managing in the charity shop.

Can I Volunteer?
Approved Certificates

Yoga Alliance International In India

World Peace Yoga School is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance USA, Yoga Alliance UK and Yoga Alliance International in India.

A large graduating batch holding their certificates in the yoga hall
Yoga Alliance International registration certificate
Teachers and graduates holding their yoga teacher training certificates
Graduates with certificates seated with their teachers in the yoga shala
A large graduating batch holding their certificates in the yoga hall
Your Ultimate Yoga Heaven

Why Choose Our Ashram?

Our ashram has all the facilities like living spaces, dining hall, library and gardens. Spirituality is the essence of life at the ashram. It is a spiritual retreat. We are located in the foothills of the Himalayas, in Uttarakhand. We do not teach any particular religion or faith.

  • Himalayan FoothillsA peaceful spiritual retreat in Uttarakhand.
  • Yoga StylesTrainings in Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Kundalini.
  • Flexible StaysStay for a few days, a week or a whole month.
  • Holistic TherapiesPersonalised Ayurveda and Panchakarma treatments.

We are the most affordable yoga school or ashram in Rishikesh. You can participate in the daily ashram activities during your stay here — our ashram is your ultimate yoga heaven for transformation.

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How To Reach World Peace Yoga School

It is safe to travel to World Peace Yoga School. We are in Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh — pick the route that suits your arrival.

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