500-hour yoga teacher training course, Rishikesh

500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

At Ekam Yogashala, 500-hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh covers all levels of yoga practice and teaching. Registered with the Yoga Alliance, this course aims to provide a thorough understanding of the principles of yoga, asanas, pranayama, meditation, yoga therapy, etc. Students receive a complete package of life-changing experiences in Ashtanga Yoga, Raja Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Karma Yoga, and Bhakti Yoga.

The curriculum includes 500-hour yoga teacher training in India and covers essential elements of yoga based on the core themes of pranayama, shat kriya, asana practice, yoga philosophy, yoga anatomy, relaxation (Yoga Nidra), and meditation. In terms of asana practice, Ekam Yogashala focuses on the asana styles of Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Completing the 500-hour yoga TTC in Rishikesh together over two months means you will gain consistency and continuity in your learning path that will set you up for success both as a qualified and professionally trained yoga teacher and as a spiritual seeker, reaching as high as possible a level of inner peace, to achieve serenity and happiness that you have never experienced before.

Fees of a 500-hour yoga teacher training Course:

1. 2259 USD For Shared Room Accommodation
2. 2599 USD For Private Room Accommodation

What is Included in Course Fees

1. 26 Days Accommodation
2. Attached bathrooms
3. 1 Pen and note book
4. 1 book Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha ("by Swami Satyananda Saraswati")
5. Free taxi pick-up from Dehradun Airport
6. Pure vegetarian meals
7. Satkarma cleansing items
8. T-Shirt
9. Yoga Alliance Certification
10. One bag
11. Weekend excursions
12. Ganga Beach Acro Yoga

Yoga Alliance Accreditation

Our best 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India accredited by the Yoga Alliance. The Yoga Alliance sets the standard for quality yoga training. To meet these standards, compliance with them is mandatory to ensure the required study time for the course.

1. Ekam Yogshala, the best Yoga School in India, preserves the traditional style of yoga through our training and strives to integrate the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of yoga.
2. Our teachers offer thorough yoga training with an emphasis on individual development.
3. Our qualified teachers will guide you in practice through an unforgettable journey into the life of yoga and traditional yoga methods.
4. Teachers love expanding their yoga horizons and are passionate about creating a healthier place for body, mind and spirit by sharing yoga practice.
5. Nature abounds here and our yoga centre and accommodation are surrounded by lush green trees, gardens and nature.
6. Basic knowledge of human anatomy is taught by qualified teachers to understand the basic functions of the body, which helps to better understand the medical approach of yoga.
7. Yoga classes/programs in Rishikesh can help you rethink your current lifestyle.
8. Our teachers will help you gain great knowledge about the philosophical and practical aspects of yoga.
9. Yoga retreats help you gradually focus and really balance.
10. Our amazing teachers will consider you family before you become a student
11. Our talented yoga teachers will assist you with facilitated nurturing and breathing techniques that will help you deal with the constant stress.
12. Teachers will help you in everything, whatever you ask, you will be satisfied with the answer.
13. Our School has female staff to take care of female students’ requirements, and our staff is 24 hours available.
14. Our teachers exhibit a unique teaching style and have different methods for each student.
15. We arrange excursions and cultural programs for the students on Sundays, which is covered in the course fees of yoga instructor training.

500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In Rishikesh

Yoga style - Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyas

The 500-hour yoga teacher training course at Ekam Yogashala in Rishikesh, India is an advanced training course following the 200-hour yoga teacher training course, lasting 28 days and 27 nights.

At Ekam Yogashala, we take care to integrate the thorough study of yoga and infuse spirituality into our teachings and practices to support our student's personal and spiritual growth. The curriculum integrates the core subjects of pranayama, shat kriya, asana practice, yoga philosophy, yogic anatomy, relaxation (Yoga Nidra), and meditation. In terms of asana practice, our school focuses on the asana styles of Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Students undergo 6 days of training with 1 day off per week.

1. Rishikesh is considered one of the 7 Holy Cities in India and holds great spiritual value.
2. It is situated at the foot of the Himalayas with the Ganges flowing through holding religious significance in itself.
3. The river Ganges brings great joy to people with its inexpressible magnificence and makes this place amazingly exquisite.
4. Some of the great Yogis teach you and mentor you to become a capable Yoga teacher
5. In addition to the perfect climate and yoga values, there are even a variety of adventure sports for activities such as rafting, mountain climbing, paragliding, and more.
6. The environment of Rishikesh is full of immense positive energy and one can feel a rush of spirituality within oneself.
7. The locals are friendly here and the food is very delicious as well.
8. Rishikesh is one of the most ideal places for 300-hour yoga teacher training in India.

Mastering Vinyasa Flow

1. On your feet Yogasanas
2. Seated Vinyasa Sequences
3. Seated posterior stretch sequences
4. On one leg yogasanas
5. The supine sequence
6. The bow pose sequence
7. The triangle pose sequence
8. The inverted posture sequence
9. Meditative pose sequence
10. Viseha Vinyasa karma

Mastering Ashtanga Postures (Primary Series)

• Surya Namaskar A
• Surya Namaskar B

Full Primary Series:

1. Padangusthasana
2. Padahasthasana
3. Utthita Trikonasana
4. Parivrtta Trikonasana
5. Utthita Parsvakonasana
6. Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
7. Prasarita Padottanasana A B C & D Parsvottanasana
8. Eka Pada Padangusthasana A B C & D
9. Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana
10. Utkatasana
11. Virabhadrasana A & B
12. Dandasana
13. Paschimottanasana A B C & D
14. Purvattanasana
15. Ardha Baddha Padma Uttanasana
16. Triang Mukaikapada Pashimottanasana
17. Janu Sirsasana A B & C
18. Marichyasana A B C & D
19. Navasana
20. Bhujapidasana
21. Kurmasana
22. Supta Kurmasana
23. Garbha Pindasana
24. Kukkutasana
25. Baddha Konasana A & B
26. Konasana
27. Upavishta Konasana
28. Supta Konasana
29. Supta Padangusthasana A & B
30. Ubhaya Padanghusthasana
31. Urdhva Mukha Pashimottanasana
32. Setu Bandhasana
33. Urdhva Dhanurasana
34. Salamba Sarvangasana
35. Halasana
36. Karnapidasana
37. Urdhva Pindasana
38. Matsyasana
39. Urdhva Padmasana
40. Sirsasana
41. Urdhva Dandasana
42. Baddha Padmasana
43. Yogimudra
44. Uplutih
45. Savasana

Pranayama (Breathing Control)

1. Introduction of Paranayama
2. The pranic body-
3. Annamaya kosha
4. Manomaya kosha
5. Pranamaya Kosha
6. Vijnanamaya Kosha
7. Anandamaya Kosha
8. Natural Breathing
9. Abdominal Breathing
10. Thoracic Breathing
11. Clavicular Breathing
12. Yogic breathing
13. Nadi shodhana
14. Pranayama & It techniques
15. Sheetali Pranayama & It techniques Sheetkari pranayama
16. Bhramari pranayama
17. Ujjayi pranayama
18. Bhastika Pranayama
19. Kapalbhati Pranayama
20. Moorchha Pranayama
21. Surya Bheda Pranayama
22. Chandra bhedana pranayama
23. Swana pranayama

Bandhas (Energy locks)

1. Introduction to bandha
2. alandhara bandha
3. Moola bandha
4. Uddiyana bandha
5. Maha bandha

5Dhayan (Meditation)

1. Purpose of Meditation & It’s importance in one’s spiritual journey
2. Different paths of Yoga: Bhakti yog, Raja yog, Karma yog, Gyan yog and suitable meditation for each path.
3. Patanjali Yog Sutra limbs related to Meditation. ( Dharana , Dhyana, Samadhi)
4. Ana pan Sati- Vipassana Meditation Technique as per Sayagi Uba Khin
5. Metta Bhavana- Sending love and kindness through meditation
6. Transcendental Meditation as per Maharshi Mahesh Yogi ( TM- Siddhi)
7. Beej Mantra- Vedic Chanting Meditation
8. Chakra Meditation
9. Kundalini Meditation
10. Yog Nidra
11. Powerful Mantra meditation from Vedas
12. Breathing awareness Meditation
13. Sound Meditation – Indian classical Music – Ragas for meditation
14. Meditation for different ages as per purpose- Children, Teenagers ( Concentration) , adults and senior citizens (well-being)
15. Meditation Therapy for Psychosomatic Disorders – Anxiety , Panic, Stress

6Relaxation (Yoga Nidra)

1. The relaxation postures
2. Stillness
3. Basic Relaxation
4. Tension Relaxation
5. Full Body Relaxation

Yoga Anatomy & Physiology

1. Effects of Pranayama in Respiratory System
2. Effects of Yoga practice and Nauli in Digestive system
3. Muscular and Skeletal system with advance postures
4. Anatomy of Pelvic griddle and spine
5. Nadis-The Energy Channel
6. Prana and Nervous system
7. Kundalini Shakti
8. Chakra
9. Panchakosha
10. Therapeutic Applications of Yoga Postures and How to avoid injury in class
11. Digestive system
12. Respiratory System
13. Circulatory System
14. Nervous System
15. Endocrine System
16. Organs Bodily systems

Mudra (Yoga Gestures)

1. Introduction of Mudras
2. Jnana & Chin mudra
3. Yoni mudra
4. Bhairava mudra
5. Hridaya mudra
6. Khechari Mudra
7. Nasikagra mudra
8. Shambhavi mudra

Shatkarma (Yoga cleansing)

1. Introduction to shatkarma
2. Jalaneti Satkarma (Nasal cleansing with salty water)
3. Rubber neti (Nasal cleansing with a rubber string)
4. Agnisar Kriya
5. Nauli Kriya

Therapeutic Yoga

1. Shathkarma
2. Therapeutical Effects of Shathkarma
3. Kati Vasti Tridosha (Explanation of Tridosha)
4. Food Habits as per Tridosha
5. Nadi Parikshan
6. Diabetes
7. Hypertension
8. Respiratory Diseases-
9. Diseases Related to Respiration
10. Yog Nidra
11. Pranayama and its effects
12. Eyes diseases
13. Heart diseases
14. Heart opening Session
15. Video session on Awakening of Kundalini

Teaching Practice

• Demonstration
• Alignment
• Instructions

Teaching Methodology

• Positive & conscious communication Friendship and trust
• Time management
• Qualities of a teacher
• Principles of demonstrating, observation,
• assisting,
• correcting
• Use of voice in class
• Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
• Class preparation
• Step by step class structure planning.

Evaluation are based on

• Written Test
• Asana Practical Test
• Attendance
• Performance
• Behaviour

300-hour yoga teacher training in India.

Mastering Vinyasa Flow

1. On your feet Yogasanas
2. Seated Vinyasa Sequences
3. Seated posterior stretch sequences
4. On one leg yogasanas
5. The supine sequence
6. The bow pose sequence
7. The triangle pose sequence
8. The inverted posture sequence
9. Meditative pose sequence
10. Viseha Vinyasa karma

Mastering Ashtanga Postures (Primary Series)

• Surya Namaskar A
• Surya Namaskar B

Full Primary Series:

1. Padangusthasana
2. Padahasthasana
3. Utthita Trikonasana
4. Parivrtta Trikonasana
5. Utthita Parsvakonasana
6. Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
7. Prasarita Padottanasana A B C & D Parsvottanasana
8. Eka Pada Padangusthasana A B C & D
9. Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana
10. Utkatasana
11. Virabhadrasana A & B
12. Dandasana
13. Paschimottanasana A B C & D
14. Purvattanasana
15. Ardha Baddha Padma Uttanasana
16. Triang Mukaikapada Pashimottanasana
17. Janu Sirsasana A B & C
18. Marichyasana A B C & D
19. Navasana
20. Bhujapidasana
21. Kurmasana
22. Supta Kurmasana
23. Garbha Pindasana
24. Kukkutasana
25. Baddha Konasana A & B
26. Konasana
27. Upavishta Konasana
28. Supta Konasana
29. Supta Padangusthasana A & B
30. Ubhaya Padanghusthasana
31. Urdhva Mukha Pashimottanasana
32. Setu Bandhasana
33. Urdhva Dhanurasana
34. Salamba Sarvangasana
35. Halasana
36. Karnapidasana
37. Urdhva Pindasana
38. Matsyasana
39. Urdhva Padmasana
40. Sirsasana
41. Urdhva Dandasana
42. Baddha Padmasana
43. Yogimudra
44. Uplutih
45. Savasana

Pranayama (Breathing Control)

1. Introduction of Paranayama
2. The pranic body-
3. Annamaya kosha
4. Manomaya kosha
5. Pranamaya Kosha
6. Vijnanamaya Kosha
7. Anandamaya Kosha
8. Natural Breathing
9. Abdominal Breathing
10. Thoracic Breathing
11. Clavicular Breathing
12. Yogic breathing
13. Nadi shodhana
14. Pranayama & It techniques
15. Sheetali Pranayama & It techniques Sheetkari pranayama
16. Bhramari pranayama
17. Ujjayi pranayama
18. Bhastika Pranayama
19. Kapalbhati Pranayama
20. Moorchha Pranayama
21. Surya Bheda Pranayama
22. Chandra bhedana pranayama
23. Swana pranayama

Bandhas (Energy locks)

1. Introduction to bandha
2. alandhara bandha
3. Moola bandha
4. Uddiyana bandha
5. Maha bandha

5Dhayan (Meditation)

1. Purpose of Meditation & It’s importance in one’s spiritual journey
2. Different paths of Yoga: Bhakti yog, Raja yog, Karma yog, Gyan yog and suitable meditation for each path.
3. Patanjali Yog Sutra limbs related to Meditation. ( Dharana , Dhyana, Samadhi)
4. Ana pan Sati- Vipassana Meditation Technique as per Sayagi Uba Khin
5. Metta Bhavana- Sending love and kindness through meditation
6. Transcendental Meditation as per Maharshi Mahesh Yogi ( TM- Siddhi)
7. Beej Mantra- Vedic Chanting Meditation
8. Chakra Meditation
9. Kundalini Meditation
10. Yog Nidra
11. Powerful Mantra meditation from Vedas
12. Breathing awareness Meditation
13. Sound Meditation – Indian classical Music – Ragas for meditation
14. Meditation for different ages as per purpose- Children, Teenagers ( Concentration) , adults and senior citizens (well-being)
15. Meditation Therapy for Psychosomatic Disorders – Anxiety , Panic, Stress

6Relaxation (Yoga Nidra)

1. The relaxation postures
2. Stillness
3. Basic Relaxation
4. Tension Relaxation
5. Full Body Relaxation

Yoga Anatomy & Physiology

1. Effects of Pranayama in Respiratory System
2. Effects of Yoga practice and Nauli in Digestive system
3. Muscular and Skeletal system with advance postures
4. Anatomy of Pelvic griddle and spine
5. Nadis-The Energy Channel
6. Prana and Nervous system
7. Kundalini Shakti
8. Chakra
9. Panchakosha
10. Therapeutic Applications of Yoga Postures and How to avoid injury in class
11. Digestive system
12. Respiratory System
13. Circulatory System
14. Nervous System
15. Endocrine System
16. Organs Bodily systems

Mudra (Yoga Gestures)

1. Introduction of Mudras
2. Jnana & Chin mudra
3. Yoni mudra
4. Bhairava mudra
5. Hridaya mudra
6. Khechari Mudra
7. Nasikagra mudra
8. Shambhavi mudra

Shatkarma (Yoga cleansing)

1. Introduction to shatkarma
2. Jalaneti Satkarma (Nasal cleansing with salty water)
3. Rubber neti (Nasal cleansing with a rubber string)
4. Agnisar Kriya
5. Nauli Kriya

Therapeutic Yoga

1. Shathkarma
2. Therapeutical Effects of Shathkarma
3. Kati Vasti Tridosha (Explanation of Tridosha)
4. Food Habits as per Tridosha
5. Nadi Parikshan
6. Diabetes
7. Hypertension
8. Respiratory Diseases-
9. Diseases Related to Respiration
10. Yog Nidra
11. Pranayama and its effects
12. Eyes diseases
13. Heart diseases
14. Heart opening Session
15. Video session on Awakening of Kundalini

Teaching Practice

• Demonstration
• Alignment
• Instructions

Teaching Methodology

• Positive & conscious communication Friendship and trust
• Time management
• Qualities of a teacher
• Principles of demonstrating, observation,
• assisting,
• correcting
• Use of voice in class
• Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
• Class preparation
• Step by step class structure planning.

Evaluation are based on

• Written Test
• Asana Practical Test
• Attendance
• Performance
• Behaviour

Ekam Yogshala has been established as one of the best yoga teacher training schools in Rishikesh for many years. Offering an immersive spiritual experience and connecting with our dedicated team, you will not be disappointed when you choose to study with us. We strive to create an atmosphere of freedom and a special bond between students, teachers, and teams. Ekam Yogshala, the best Yoga School in India is known for the quality of our teachers, facilities, and loving and supportive teaching style. Our yoga teacher training in Rishikesh confirms our deep devotion to the people of this planet who carry within them the ancient teachings of yoga.

Fees of a 500-hour yoga teacher training Course:

1. 1260 USD For Shared Room Accommodation
2. 1400 USD For Private Room Accommodation

What is Included in Course Fees

1. 26 Days Accommodation
2. Attached bathrooms
3. 1 Pen and notebook
4. 1 book Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha ("by Swami Satyananda Saraswati")
5. Free taxi pick-up from Dehradun Airport
6. Pure vegetarian meals
7. Satkarma cleansing items
8. T-Shirt
9. Yoga Alliance Certification
10. One bag
11. Weekend excursions
12. Ganga Beach Acro Yoga

Yoga Alliance Accreditation

Our best 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India accredited by the Yoga Alliance. The Yoga Alliance sets the standard for quality yoga training. To meet these standards, compliance with them is mandatory to ensure the required study time for the course.

1. Ekam Yogshala, the best Yoga School in India, preserves the traditional style of yoga through our training and strives to integrate the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of yoga.
2. Our teachers offer thorough yoga training with an emphasis on individual development.
3. Our qualified teachers will guide you in practice through an unforgettable journey into the life of yoga and traditional yoga methods.
4. Teachers love expanding their yoga horizons and are passionate about creating a healthier place for body, mind and spirit by sharing yoga practice.
5. Nature abounds here and our yoga centre and accommodation are surrounded by lush green trees, gardens and nature.
6. Basic knowledge of human anatomy is taught by qualified teachers to understand the basic functions of the body, which helps to better understand the medical approach of yoga.
7. Yoga classes/programs in Rishikesh can help you rethink your current lifestyle.
8. Our teachers will help you gain great knowledge about the philosophical and practical aspects of yoga.
9. Yoga retreats help you gradually focus and really balance.
10. Our amazing teachers will consider you family before you become a student
11. Our talented yoga teachers will assist you with facilitated nurturing and breathing techniques that will help you deal with the constant stress.
12. Teachers will help you in everything, whatever you ask, you will be satisfied with the answer.
13. Our School has female staff to take care of female students’ requirements, and our staff is 24 hours available.
14. Our teachers exhibit a unique teaching style and have different methods for each student.
15. We arrange excursions and cultural programs for the students on Sundays, which is covered in the course fees of yoga instructor training.

500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In Rishikesh

Yoga style - Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyas