Frequently Asked Questions

Location & Transportation

The closest and most convenient airport for you is to fly to New-Delhi. If you are visiting India for the first time then it is better for you to take a flight to Dehradun (city nearby), and from Dehradun is a 30 min drive by car, so you save a hustle.

Delhi airport to Rishikesh by car is a 6 hours journey. We have a transportation package for US$ 150 which will cover your airport pick-up, transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh (by car) and after completion of the course transfer back from Rishikesh to Delhi. One way transportation i.e. Delhi airport to Rishikesh can also be availed for US$ 75. In case, your flight arrives late night and you want to stay overnight in Delhi, airport pick-up cost will be US$ 25 and a reasonably good accommodation at a hotel in Delhi can be arranged for US$ 40 or 50. Our travel arrangements are executed under the supervision of professionals and we are always ready with a back-up plan, in case of emergencies. Another good option is to travel by train (airport to New Delhi train station by car, then by train to Haridwar and from Haridwar to Rishikesh by car). Travel by bus is quite cheap but a bit inconvenient for first time visitors.

Cheap hotels can also be found in Delhi (Main Bazar, Paharganj area) for USD 10~20. From Delhi airport to Paharganj can be reached by airport metro express in less than 20 minutes and it costs less than US$ 2

Yes, it is safe to travel alone to Rishikesh, many tourist does it. It might be a bit challenging to travel by local buses or trains sometimes if you are never been to India before, as its very different from other parts of the world.

Yes, with advanced notice we will arrange transportation for you to Rishikesh directly from the airport, bus or train station. Upon arriving in Rishikesh we will help you with directions for walking a short distance to our school

Food & Accommodation

Food provided at our center is 100% vegetarian, not vegan. You will need to inform us in advance so our chef can prepare food for you especially.

Yes, we will provide you food according to your needs.

There is pure filtered water available for students 24/7, free of charge.

Yes, when you are not at your classes you are free to use cellphone.

Our wireless internet is free and easily accessible, so you can bring your phone or your laptop in order to use it.

Yes, we have AC available for extra charges.

Health & Security

Yes, India hospitals has the same facilities as Western countries, might be not the same brand, but you'll be able to get it here as well.

If you are sick, injured or in need of medical assistance, we will provide you with medical care or take you to a western-style hospital (whichever option is needed). And in this case we will find alternatives for you in order to be able to finish the course.

Any particular vaccination is not required. Bringing mosquito repellants, lotions etc. are recommended.

Rishikesh is a very low-risk of Malaria. So you shouldn' t worry about taking any vaccination, as it's pretty rare at this area.

We have taken extra precautions by hiring a dedicated staff to prepare each and every meal at the school from fresh ingredients. Eating outside of school is pretty safe in the restaurants at Rishikesh. If your stomach is sensitive, you should beware of eating street foods.

About The Course

We accept Max 15 to 20 students in each course .

White color clothes are recommended. Try to avoid black color clothes. Modest dressing is highly recommended.

No, You don' t need to bring your own yoga mat as we provide new yoga mats to each & every student.

No, the course is too intense for pregnant women to complete.

You' ll have some breaks during your daily schedule. Sundays are free days as there is no classes, so you'll have time to discover.

In case of emergency yes, but you' ll have to inform the teacher from the class about it.In case of emergency yes, but you'll have to inform the teacher from the class about it.

Yes, it is possible to attend the Course with your partner.

The Course are suitable for everyone as we committed to teach you from the very root of yoga thru all aspects, so experience are not necessary.

All teachers are qualified Yogis, some are with master degrees of yoga sciences, and some are with MA degrees.

No, all students are coming from different parts of the world, so English are most likely second language of them. The courses are easily understandable and teachers will help you in anything.

There is few book that you' ll have to read during your course. Is your choice to start before your arrival or once you are at the school.

In order to attend the orientation program, one should arrive at least a day before starting of the course. On the first day at 10:30 am the Course will start with yoga ritual. On last day of the course, graduation ceremony takes place and it finishes by 11:30 am, therefore, departure should be planned one day after completion of the course.

Certification

To become a certified yoga teacher, you must successfully complete a yoga teacher training course and show competence in your ability to teach a yoga class. Find out what the suggested minimum requirements for yoga teachers are at: www.yogaalliance.org.The yoga alliance page also lists training programs and yoga schools that meet their minimum standards

Yes, Samadhi Yoga Ashram (RYS 200, 300, 500) is a registered yoga school with Yoga Alliance, USA for providing internationally recognized yoga teacher training certifications in India. All our yoga teacher training graduates can register online at Yoga Alliance® website.

Yes, you'll have to pass a written and a verbal test. The decision will be based by your performance, attendance and behavior.

Yes, our courses are qualified by Yoga Alliance. After registration on the website you' ll be able to teach in any part of the world.

General Questions

Yes, if there is any personal issues, so in case we are able delay the dates of your course. The advance of the course fees are non-refundable, only in the case of emergency students can join us on other schedules

We are accepting credit card payments for booking amounts. Remaining fees can be paid either in cash or by TCs. If you opt for paying your remaining fees by credit card then additional 1.75% will be charged as transaction fee. You can also use your ATM debit cards (Master/Visa/Electron) to withdraw cash in Rishikesh

You don't need to pay extra money as our course fees includes food and accommodation. You' ll be provided a shared room with all the basic amenities like attached bathroom, 24 hours water supply, hot water heater, bathing shower, Wardrobe and so on.

Private Accommodation - Some additional amount for the complete stay

Students should apply for tourist visa as it is easy and granted from indian embassy shortly, purpose of visit in india should be yoga retreat or ayurveda retreats. Students may give our school address as well as contact number as an indian reference. Contact details of Indian embassy in your country can be found. In general, visa expiry date is counted from the day visa is issued. Please verify it with the concerned embassy. Try to apply for your visa at least 2 or 3 weeks before your travel date.

Most of the general items you will need during your stay in India (or their equivalent) can be easily found in the nearby shops around the corner from our yoga school. What we suggest you remember to bring is any specialty item that you can't live without, like a specific personal care item or favorite snack from your country.

Post is just right next to our school 5 m walk. Police station next us as well. So the area is well secured, we have 24/7 security with CCTV cameras.

Weather

  • December-January-February are the coldest month, the temperature gets down to 15-26 C, and we do not provide room heaters, so if you are doing the course during December-early March we recommend you to bring warm clothes.
  • April to August - hot & rainy weather - light cotton clothes are recommended, as the temperature can get even to 40 degrees. September is the ending of the rainy season. Still if you coming during these month umbrella/raincoats are recommended.
  • October to March - weather in Rishikesh varies from pleasant to cold and woolen clothes, jackets etc. are recommended. The temperature is averagely around 32-33 C.

Samadhi Yoga Ashram is registered and certified yoga school with yoga alliance USA, Yoga alliance international and seva samadhi trust. Certified yoga teachers from world peace yoga school are enable to teach and demonstrate yoga in any country around the world as a RYT certified teacher with Yoga alliance USA & Yoga alliance international.

Our 100,200,300,500 hour is multi-style yoga teacher training course(Yoga Therapy,Kundalini etc..) that follows yoga alliance USA standards and graduates from Samadhi Yoga Ashram will be enable to teach classical hatha yoga, ashtanga and vinyasa yoga, yoga philosophy, meditation, pranayama, yoga therapy & anatony as a certified yoga teacher.

We Follow

The 5000 Years Old Yoga Tradition of The Himalayan Masters

The Samadhi Yoga Ashram follows the teachings of generations of Himalayan Masters, Avatars, and great Saints who originate from the ancient cave hermitages of the Himalayas. The lineage of the teaching tradition dates back almost five thousand years, Masters, Avatars, and Saints include Swami Rama and his teacher Bangali Baba who is a direct disciple of Maha Avatar Babaji. This prodigious tradition was practiced without a name and we aptly named it “The Tradition of the Himalayan Masters.”

Yoga Vishnu Panigrahi who is a disciple of Swami Veda Bharati who is, in turn, a disciple of Swami Rama has now devoted his time, energy, and spirituality to encourage and advance the Himalayan Tradition and to bring world peace by consummating Samadhi, which really should be the ultimate goal of human life.

Although Yoga’s roots are closely linked to Hindu culture, Yoga should not be misinterpreted as a religion. The path of the Himalayan tradition is very simple and anyone can practice it irrespective of religion, faith, gender, language, and nationality. Transmission of knowledge involves a close teacher-pupil relationship, which forms a stable foundation that leads to pupils getting liberated from worldly attachments and fulfilling their spiritual destinies.

The Ashram follows a holistic path of Yoga embracing Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Jana Yoga, Raja Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, and Tantra Yoga. The message of a Himalayan Master is “To get freedom from all fears, be aware of the reality within.” Be spontaneous in your approach and let yourself become the instrument to impart pure spirituality without any religious or cultural convictions.

Agastya Muni - Ancient Vedic Sage and Author of Rig Veda

Agastya Muni

(Author of some verses of Rig Veda)

Patanjali - Father of Yoga and Author of Yoga Sutras

Patanjali

(4th Century BC)

Siddha Bhogar - Ancient Tamil Siddhar and Yoga Master

Siddha Bhogar

(550 BC)

Mahavatar Babaji - Immortal Himalayan Yogi

Mahavatar Babaji

(30 Nov 203 AD still alive in Himalayas)

Guru Vishnu - Founder of Samadhi Yoga Ashram Rishikesh

Guru Vishnu

(1974 birth and now lives in Rishikesh)

Swami Veda Bharati - Himalayan Yoga Tradition Master

Swami Veda Bharati

(1933 - 2015)

Swami Rama - Founder of Himalayan Institute

Swami Rama

(1925 - 1996)

Bengali Baba - Great Himalayan Yogi and Disciple Sage

Bengali Baba

(A Great Himalayan Yogi Disciple Sage)

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Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi - Ashram Founder

Yogi Vishnu Panigrahi Ji

Ashram Founder

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Maa Haripriya Ji

Traditional Kundalini & Tantra Yoga

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Yogi Yansa Ji

Asana & Meditation

Dr. Devyani Ji - Ayurveda and Diet Consultant

Dr. Devyani Ji

Ayurveda & Diet Consultant

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Yogi Shakti Ji

Naturopathy & Yogic Science

All Reviews Of Us From Students

What Students Says About Samadhi Yoga Ashram

Student Testimonials Background at Samadhi Yoga Ashram
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Emily Carter

USA

My experience at Samadhi Yoga Ashram was absolutely transformative. The 200-hour YTT not only deepened my practice but also helped me grow emotionally and spiritually. The teachers are knowledgeable, supportive, and incredibly inspiring. Bali is the perfect backdrop for this inner journey. Highly recommend to anyone looking for authenticity!

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Sofia Martínez

Spain

What a beautiful journey! I came to Bali looking to become a yoga teacher, but I left with so much more. The environment at Samadhi is warm, disciplined, and full of positive energy. I especially loved the philosophy classes and morning meditations. Muchas gracias!

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Aiko Tanaka

Japan

The 200-hour YTT at Samadhi Yoga Ashram was life-changing for me. The balance between asana practice, theory, and mindfulness was perfect. The teachers were very patient, and the setting in Bali was peaceful and healing. I feel confident and prepared to begin teaching yoga.

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Clara Müller

Germany

This training exceeded all expectations. The curriculum was thorough, and the teachers were deeply rooted in traditional yoga. Samadhi offered a true ashram experience—simple, clean, and full of heart. I felt like I was part of a family. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a deep practice.

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Isabella Rossi

Italy

I came to Samadhi Yoga Ashram for certification, but I found much more: inner peace, discipline, and a new outlook on life. The food was delicious, the location stunning, and the energy just magical. Thank you to the whole team for such a beautiful experience.

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Lucy Thompson

Australia

Bali is already a special place, but doing my YTT at Samadhi made it unforgettable. The 200-hour program was intense but manageable, and the support from the staff and fellow students was amazing. I left feeling empowered and inspired to teach.

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Amélie Dubois

France

Absolutely amazing! I appreciated the depth of the teachings at Samadhi—especially the attention to breathwork and meditation. The instructors are authentic and kind, and the daily schedule is well-balanced. Merci beaucoup for this beautiful experience.

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Priya Patel

UK

As someone from a South Asian background, I was looking for a yoga training that honored traditional roots—and I found that at Samadhi. The spiritual aspect was strong, and the teachers were genuine and wise. I feel equipped and inspired to guide others now.

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Mia Sørensen

Denmark

The 200-hour YTT at Samadhi Yoga Ashram was one of the best decisions I’ve made. It was rigorous, heart-opening, and incredibly rewarding. The setting in Bali's nature and the calm vibe of the ashram made it easy to stay focused and centered.

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Nicole Johnson

Canada

I loved every moment of my training at Samadhi. From the alignment workshops to the chanting sessions, everything was thoughtfully planned. I’ve grown so much in just four weeks. Thank you for giving me the tools to begin this new path.

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Ana Petrović

Serbia

Samadhi Yoga Ashram helped me reconnect with myself in ways I didn't expect. The structure, discipline, and wisdom of the teachers were truly inspiring. I now feel mentally and physically prepared to begin my teaching journey. Hvala from the bottom of my heart!

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Layla Haddad

Morocco

This was more than just a teacher training—it was a spiritual awakening. I found so much clarity and peace here. Samadhi’s team was incredibly supportive and attentive. I highly recommend this place to any woman looking to deepen her practice and gain confidence as a yoga teacher.

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