7-Day Yoga & Meditation Retreat — Rishikesh

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Course overview

A 7-day residential yoga and meditation retreat in Tapovan, Rishikesh. Daily asana, pranayama, meditation, sattvic meals and an Ayurvedic lifestyle consultation — all guided by experienced Indian teachers. Full fee ₹30,000 (~$359 USD) all-inclusive.

What you will study

Morning pranayama and breathwork session

Daily Hatha yoga asana practice with alignment guidance

Guided meditation — techniques vary each day

Yoga Nidra — guided deep relaxation

Introduction to yoga philosophy and the eight limbs

Ayurveda consultation and lifestyle guidance

Evening satsang, mantra chanting and kirtan

Excursion to Ganges Aarti ceremony

Key outcomes

Daily Hatha yoga and morning pranayama with experienced teachers
Guided meditation, yoga nidra and evening satsang every day
One personal Ayurveda consultation with Dr. Anu Antony (BAMS)
All sattvic vegetarian meals included — breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation in Tapovan, 15-minute walk to the Ganges
Participation certificate on completion

What is included

7 nights accommodation (shared or private room options)
All sattvic vegetarian meals — breakfast, lunch and dinner
Daily yoga, meditation and pranayama classes
One personal Ayurveda consultation
Yoga mat and basic materials
Participation certificate
Ganges Aarti excursion

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Life at the campus

Daily routine

A typical day at the campus

The residential schedule creates the discipline and immersion that classroom learning alone cannot replicate.

5:30 am

Bell & morning cleansing

Wake bell, shatkarma and personal preparation

6:00 am

Pranayama & meditation

Guided breathwork, mantra and morning meditation

7:30 am

Asana lab

Hatha, Ashtanga or Vinyasa practice with alignment correction

9:30 am

Sattvic breakfast

Vegetarian meal in alignment with Ayurvedic principles

10:30 am

Philosophy & anatomy

Lecture sessions — yoga philosophy, anatomy and methodology

1:00 pm

Lunch & rest

Sattvic lunch, self-study and personal practice time

3:30 pm

Teaching methodology lab

Sequencing, practice teaching and trainer feedback

5:30 pm

Afternoon asana or Yin

Gentle or restorative practice and self-enquiry

7:30 pm

Satsang & dinner

Chanting, satsang session and evening sattvic dinner

9:00 pm

Rest & study

Lights-out discipline observed for full recovery

Study in Rishikesh

The yoga capital of the world

The campus sits in Tapovan, a quiet, forested neighbourhood of Laxman Jhula on the banks of the Ganges. Rishikesh is not simply a city — it is where yoga was codified, where teachers trained for centuries, and where the river, the mountains and the ashram rhythm create a learning environment that cannot be reproduced in a studio.

Walking distance from the Ganges and Laxman Jhula bridge
5 km from Rishikesh city centre and railway station
35 km from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED)
240 km from Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
Accommodation coordination and arrival support included
Sattvic meals and local excursions guided by school

Your faculty

Meet the teaching team

Sh. Radhika Sharan

Founder & Lead Trainer — E-RYT 500, YACEP

Founder of Om Yoga International and senior yoga teacher with over 15 years of residential teaching experience. Guides RYT 200, RYT 500 and prenatal pathway students with a traditional, philosophy-rooted approach aligned to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

Ruchika Sharan

Lead Trainer — RPYT, YACEP, Face Yoga Expert

Senior teacher for RYT, prenatal, postnatal and face yoga modules. Brings a warm, student-first teaching style to alignment correction, therapeutic sequencing and breathwork. Certified RPYT and face yoga instructor with over a decade of residential teaching.

Yogi Ajay

Philosophy & Practical Teacher — E-RYT 500

Experienced E-RYT 500 teacher with deep grounding in classical yoga philosophy, Sanskrit, mantra and traditional practical training. Known for making abstract philosophical concepts accessible to students of all backgrounds.

Dr. Anu Antony

Ayurveda Doctor — BAMS

Qualified Ayurveda physician (BAMS) providing Ayurvedic health guidance, Garbh Sanskar sessions and lifestyle consultation for prenatal, postnatal and therapy course students. Integrates classical Ayurveda with contemporary wellness practice.

Questions

Frequently asked

Have a specific question? Reach the admissions team by WhatsApp or the contact form.

Contact admissions

Are the courses taught in English?

Yes. All courses are taught in English. Hindi support is available where needed. Teaching materials and assessments are in English.

Can beginners join the 200-hour TTC?

Yes. The 200-hour program is designed for sincere beginners and intermediate practitioners who are ready for a disciplined daily routine. No prior teaching experience is required.

What does the seat deposit cover?

The deposit reserves your place in the selected batch. The final residential fee — covering tuition, accommodation coordination and sattvic meals — is confirmed by admissions after booking. Room preference and arrival logistics are arranged before payment completion.

Are the certificates internationally recognised?

Om Yoga International is a Yoga Alliance USA registered school. Graduates can register as RYT 200, RYT 300 or RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance — the most internationally recognised credential for yoga teachers worldwide.

How do I travel to Rishikesh from abroad?

The nearest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (IGI). From Delhi, take a bus or taxi to Rishikesh (5–6 hours). Alternatively, fly to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED) — 35 km from campus — and take a taxi (45 minutes). The admissions team sends a detailed arrival guide after booking.

What is included in the residential package?

Tuition, training manuals, assessment support, accommodation coordination and sattvic vegetarian meals throughout the course are included. Room options (shared or private) are confirmed at booking.

What is the batch size?

Batches are kept at 12–15 students to ensure every student receives individual attention, alignment correction and direct trainer feedback throughout the course.

Can I do the 200-hour and 300-hour training together?

Yes. The 500-hour combined pathway is designed for students who want to complete both levels in one extended residential stay. It is particularly well-suited to international students planning a single visit to India.

What yoga styles are taught?

Core styles include Hatha, Ashtanga and Vinyasa at the foundation level. Advanced courses introduce Yin, Restorative, Iyengar principles, Kundalini, pranayama and therapeutic applications. Specific styles depend on the course.

Is there a visa requirement for India?

Most international students require a tourist visa or e-Visa for India. Students should check requirements for their nationality on the Indian government's official visa portal. The admissions team can provide a course confirmation letter for visa applications.

How do I get to the campus from Delhi?

Students fly to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun, 35 km from campus, or take the overnight train from Delhi to Haridwar (6 hours) and then a taxi or shared tempo to Tapovan. The admissions team provides detailed arrival guidance after booking.

Is accommodation included in the deposit?

The seat deposit reserves your place in the batch. Accommodation is coordinated by the school and confirmed with final fee details. Shared and private room options are available depending on availability.

What language is the course taught in?

Classes are conducted in English with Hindi support where needed. All teaching materials and assessments are in English.

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