500 Hours Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
With Yogi Dinesh Chander Ji, Guru Buddhi Prakash, Dr. Usha Vaishnava, Yogi Jitendra Ji (Pranayama & Meditation), Yogi Kamal Bhatt and Yogi Yogendra Mishra
January 4 - March 8, 2026
π± The Ultimate Journey Into Yoga Mastery Begins Here
Experience the most advanced and complete Yoga Teacher Training program available β the 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course at Om Shanti Om Yoga Ashram, Rishikesh. This two-month immersive program is your gateway to mastering every aspect of yoga β from foundational theory to advanced practice, from spiritual awakening to professional teaching.
π§ββοΈ Who Is This Course For?
Certified yoga teachers looking to reach RYT 500 level
Students with an intermediate to advanced understanding of yoga
Spiritual seekers committed to lifelong yogic discipline
Aspiring yoga professionals who want the deepest training possible
π§ββοΈ Why Join the 500-Hour YTTC at Om Shanti Om Yoga?
βοΈ Yoga Alliance Certified β Earn your globally recognized RYT 500 Certification
βοΈ Comprehensive Curriculum β All-inclusive training covering physical practice, philosophy, anatomy, pranayama, teaching methods, and meditation
βοΈ Expert Teachers β Learn from master yogis and philosophers who live the yogic life
βοΈ Transformational Environment β Train in the sacred city of Rishikesh, surrounded by the Himalayan energy and Gangaβs purity
βοΈ Personal Growth & Spiritual Evolution β Discover inner peace, purpose, and confidence
π Course Structure
This 500-Hour YTTC is split into two in-depth modules:
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (1st Month)
Foundation of Hatha Yoga
Basic asanas, alignment, breathwork
Yoga philosophy, lifestyle, and ethics
Teaching fundamentals and practicum
300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (2nd Month)
Advanced asanas, sequencing, and anatomy
Advanced Pranayama, Bandhas, and Mudras
In-depth yogic philosophy and therapeutic yoga
Mastery of teaching and real classroom experience
β‘οΈ Option to split training: If two full months are difficult to commit all at once, you may complete the 200-hour course first and return later within the year for the 300-hour course.
ποΈ What You Will Gain:
A complete transformation of your mind, body, and soul
Certification to teach at the RYT 500 level globally
Enhanced teaching confidence, credibility, and professionalism
Deeper understanding of yoga as a spiritual path and way of life
A new level of personal serenity, happiness, and clarity
π‘ Whatβs Included:
Comfortable accommodation in our serene ashram
Delicious vegetarian yogic meals daily
Course manuals, materials & yoga props
Weekend spiritual outings in and around Rishikesh
Lifetime connection with a supportive yoga community
About the Leaders

Yogi Dinesh Chander Ji
Yogi Dinesh Chander Ji, the Director of Om Shanti Om Yoga School, begin yoga at a very young age with 15 years of learning and teaching yoga experience in Ashram. Yogi Dinesh was born at Ponti Sirkhon Almora, Himalaya Hill into Brahmans Orthodox family. When he was 12 years old, he obtained his education in […]
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Guru Buddhi Prakash
Guru Buddhi Prakash "Meditation & Philosophy"Guru Buddhi Prakash Ji was born in the year 1953. He is an M.A. degree holder in Hindi Literature and Yoga Philosophy. He got the first experience of Samadhi at the age of 7 years. He had a clear vision of his past life in the Himalayas. He completed his higher […]
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Dr. Usha Vaishnava
Dr. Usha Vaishnava "Ayurveda Teacher & Nutrition Diet Advisor" Dr. Usha Vaishnava Having Studied disciplines in Ayurveda & Herbal Medicine, She had completed her 5 1/2 years recognized B.A.M.S. an internationally recognized degree in Ayurveda from famed 150 years old Ayurveda University in India. Then she specialized in Panchakarma Therapy at world recognized Arya Vaidya […]
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Yogi Jitendra Ji (Pranayama & Meditation)
Yogi Jitendra Kumar Ji was born and brought up in Maharishi Jamadagni Tapasthali in Himachal Pradesh. In young age, he was interested and educated in fine Arts and obtained Diploma in Fine Arts. Later he continued his study in a holy city situated at the foothills of Himalaya and obtained Master in Yoga. In his […]
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Yogi Kamal Bhatt
Yogi Kamal Ji "Hatha Yoga & Shatkarmas Teacher" Yogi Kamal Ji was born in a family with deep knowledge of Sanskrit and ancient texts, so study of Vedic and another ancient text was part of his yogic education since childhood. Further, you will learn about his achievements in Yoga study. He did a 1-year training course […]
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Yogi Yogendra Mishra
Yogi Yogendra Mishra Ji "Philosophy & Meditation Teacher"Swami Yogendra Mishra Ji holds a master degree in Philosophy M.A. (Philosophy) from Agra University. He also has D.Y.Ed. Kaivalyadham and B.P.Ed. from Amaravathi University. He is a Yogi with more than 25 years of experience in Yoga and meditation. He has taught Yoga in many countries around […]
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