Yin Yoga certification – 50 hours
A recognised 50-hour Yin Yoga teacher certification, registered with Yoga Alliance USA.
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Yoga Alliance USA · IPHM UK · Yin Yoga Certification
50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
A 6-day residential Yin Yoga certification course in the land of yoga — discover Yin postures, functional anatomy, meridian theory, mindfulness, meditation and breathwork, and learn to lead safe, rewarding Yin Yoga sessions.
Duration6 Days · 50 Hrs
Batches25th – 30th monthly
CertificationYoga Alliance USA
Course feeFrom $250· ₹18,000 INR
Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
Deepen your knowledge of this gentle but transformative practice on our 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India. This Yin Yoga certification course is a true learning experience in the land of yoga, open to yoga practitioners, teachers and wellness seekers. It blends traditional yoga knowledge with teaching methodology to help you lead safe and rewarding Yin Yoga sessions — Yin postures, anatomy, meridian theory, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork and the philosophy behind this deeply relaxing practice. A truly immersive experience to connect with yourself and gain a recognised Yin Yoga teacher certification in the world's yoga capital.
Yoga Alliance USA certified
Meridian theory & anatomy
8–15 students per batch
Internationally certified courseRegistered with Yoga Alliance USA, IPHM UK
Stillness · Surrender · Awareness
Why choose Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh?
Find an appropriate edge, become still, and hold the pose for an appropriate time.
Rishikesh is a unique spiritual destination that mixes ancient yoga traditions with the modern wellness movement. Here, the practice of Yin Yoga gives students the opportunity to experience deeper relaxation, self-awareness and connection to the roots of yoga.
Our 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training offers a supportive and inspiring learning atmosphere — for yoga teachers who want to broaden their skills, and for beginners who want to experience a deeper yoga practice.
50 Hour Yin Yoga TTCYoga Alliance USAIPHM UKYin Yoga CertificationPostures · Anatomy · MeridiansProps & ModificationsRishikesh, India
Life at the school
Life during the Yin Yoga TTC in Rishikesh
Morning asana
Alignment
Group practice
Meditation
By the river50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training — key facts
In short: Arogya Yoga School's 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India is a 6-day residential course certified by Yoga Alliance USA. You learn Yin Yoga philosophy, functional anatomy, traditional Yin postures, meridian theory, props and modifications, mindfulness, meditation, sequencing and teaching methodology. Batches run from the 25th to the 30th of every month in small groups of 8–15 students. The all-inclusive fee is $250 (twin share) or $400 (private room) (Indian students: ₹18,000 twin share · ₹20,000 private room).
- Duration
- 6 days · 50 hours, residential
- Start dates
- 25th to 30th of every month
- Certification
- Yoga Alliance USA · IPHM UK
- Batch size
- 8–15 students
- Focus
- Yin postures, anatomy & meridians
- Course fee
- From $250 USD· ₹18,000 INR · all inclusive
- Week
- 6 full days of practice & study
- Location
- Rishikesh, 200 m from the Ganga
The philosophy of Yin practice
The philosophy of Yin Yoga is based on stillness, surrender, mindfulness, patience and awareness.
It encourages practitioners to move away from constant physical effort and to observe the body, breath, sensations and mind with more awareness. By the end of the course you will have a thorough understanding of Yin Yoga philosophy, functional anatomy, traditional postures, mindfulness, concepts of energy, sequencing and teaching methodology — Yin Yoga is not about pushing into the deepest pose.
Yoga Alliance USA
6 days residential
Yin & Yang
Props & modifications
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Find your edge
Come into the pose to an appropriate level of sensation — never pain.
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Become still
Settle the body, breath and mind and observe with awareness.
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Hold the pose
Stay for an appropriate time, then rest in rebound.
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Teach
Sequence, cue and adapt Yin classes for every body.
Course highlights
50-Hour Yin Yoga TTC highlights
The 50-Hour Yin Yoga TTC builds a strong foundation in Yin Yoga philosophy, postures, functional anatomy, meridian theory, meditation, breathwork and teaching methodology.
Yin Yoga foundations
Discover the philosophy, principles, history and purpose of Yin Yoga.
Original Yin classes in Rishikesh
Daily Yin Yoga practice in the peaceful surroundings of the world's yoga capital.
Learn Yin Yoga asanas
Traditional Yin postures, their benefits, variations and contraindications.
Props & modifications
Use blocks, bolsters, straps and blankets to create a safe, accessible practice.
Poses & adaptations
Adapt each pose to individual anatomy, comfort and limitations.
Who can join the Yin Yoga instructor training?
Anyone who practises yoga and wants to deepen their personal journey. Yin improves flexibility, supports joint health and increases self-awareness; holding poses for longer develops mental calmness — perfect for balancing your energy with relaxation.
- Yoga practitioners deepening their personal journey
- Yoga instructors enhancing their expertise
- Individuals deepening their personal practice
- Anyone curious about restorative, therapeutic or meditative yoga
- Beginners who want a deeper yoga practice
- Wellness seekers
Upcoming dates & fees
from$250USD
50 Hour Yin Yoga TTC · all inclusive
50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training fees in Rishikesh — all inclusive
The course runs from the 25th to the 30th of every month. International fees: $400 private room · $250 2-sharing room — including tuition, accommodation, daily sattvic meals and your Yoga Alliance certificate.
Course fee
50 Hour course fee for Indian students
For 6 days course
ALL INCLUSIVE
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Syllabus
50 Hour Yin Yoga course curriculum
By the end of the course you will have a thorough understanding of Yin Yoga philosophy, functional anatomy, traditional postures, mindfulness, concepts of energy, sequencing and teaching methodology — 6 modules and 51 topics. Tap a module to see what you will learn.
01Philosophy of Yin Practice
9 topics
The philosophy of Yin Yoga is based on stillness, surrender, mindfulness, patience and awareness. It encourages practitioners to move away from constant physical effort and to observe the body, breath, sensations and mind with more awareness.
- History and evolution of Yin Yoga
- Yin vs. Yang practices
- The three principles: find an appropriate edge, become still, hold the pose for an appropriate time
- Difference between Yin Yoga and dynamic yoga
- Purpose and benefits of Yin Yoga
- The concept of Qi / Chi
- Yin and Yang tissues
- Stillness and meditation
- Principles of stillness, surrender and awareness
02Yoga Anatomy and Physiology
13 topics
Yin Yoga anatomy is about understanding how bones, joints, muscles, fascia, connective tissue and individual skeletal differences shape each person's experience of a posture. Rather than a purely aesthetic approach, Yin Yoga takes a functional approach: the goal of the pose matters more than everyone looking the same.
- Basic skeletal anatomy
- Joints and joint movement
- Muscles and connective tissue
- Fascia
- Ligaments and tendons
- Compression and tension
- Stress, strain and creep
- Skeletal variation
- Individual anatomical differences
- Functional rather than aesthetic alignment
- Range of motion
- Mobility vs. flexibility
- Target areas
03Yin Yoga Poses
7 topics
Yin Yoga is not about pushing into the deepest pose. Teachers facilitate an appropriate level of sensation, sensitive to individual anatomy, comfort and limitations. For every pose you learn its purpose, target area, functional anatomy, common variations, props, contraindications, modifications, rebound, typical holding time and verbal cueing.
- Hip / lower body: Butterfly, Half Butterfly, Dragon, Sleeping Swan, Shoelace, Deer, Frog, Saddle, Square, Dragonfly
- Spine / back: Caterpillar, Half Caterpillar, Child's Pose, Sphinx, Seal, Melting Heart
- Banana, Half Banana, Ankle Stretch, Toe Squat, Dangling, Supported Fish
- Shoulder and arm variations, Puppy / Melting Heart variations
- Cat Pulling Its Tail, Twisted Root, Supported Bridge
- Side body, legs and feet, and upper body poses
- Restorative Yin poses
04Alignment & Adjustments
10 topics
Learn to use props and adapt every pose so each student can practise Yin Yoga safely — knowing the difference between healthy sensation and pain, and when to back off.
- Props: bolster, blocks, blankets, straps, wall, sandbags, cushions
- Appropriate sensation vs. pain
- Compression vs. tension
- When to back off
- Modifying for different body types
- Knee, hip, spine and shoulder considerations
- Contraindications
- Pregnancy considerations
- Working with beginners
- Avoiding aggressive adjustments
05Meditation Practice
6 topics
Meditation helps focus your thoughts. It brings clarity to the mind, calms the emotions and relaxes the body. Rooted in ancient cultures, it builds mindfulness and focus, and is widely used to relieve stress, improve concentration and support holistic health.
- Introduction of Meditation
- Meditation according to Sage Patanjali
- Dharana and Dhyana
- Preparation for Meditation
- Obstacles in Meditation
- Meditative Posture and Mudras
06Assessment
6 topics
Each student designs and teaches a short Yin Yoga sequence using safe sequencing, appropriate pose selection, props, clear verbal cues, modifications, mindful transitions, appropriate hold times and rebound periods. This builds your confidence to lead a class, apply functional anatomy, respond to individual needs and create a calm, accessible, well-balanced Yin experience.
- Written assignment
- Design and teach a short Yin Yoga sequence
- Pose analysis
- Sequencing assignment
- Anatomy / meridian quiz
- Self-practice journal
Daily life
Yin Yoga TTC daily schedule — sunrise to stars
A balanced yogic rhythm of practice, theory and self-reflection — six full days in Rishikesh.
A day at Arogya · Rishikesh
- Practice
- Study
- Sattvic meal
- Rest
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MorningBrahma muhurta to noon
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Wake up
Rest -
Pranayama & Meditation
Practice -
Yin Yoga Practice
Practice -
Breakfast
Sattvic meal -
Yin Yoga Philosophy
Study -
Functional Anatomy & Meridians
Study
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AfternoonNourish, reflect, refine
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Lunch
Sattvic meal -
Yin Yoga Sequencing · 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Practice
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EveningFlow, dine, rest under the stars
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Self study & free time
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Dinner
Sattvic meal -
Silence & lights off
Rest
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0Classes every day
0Sattvic meals
10PMSilence begins
All inclusive
What's included in the Yin Yoga TTC, what's not & what to bring
Our 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh is an all-inclusive residential experience — accommodation, wholesome sattvic meals, study materials, free Wi-Fi and Yoga Alliance certification are included so you can focus fully on your Yin practice.
- Accommodation for the full 6-day course
- Daily 3-time sattvic vegetarian meals
- Vegan & gluten-free meals on request
- Yoga equipment
- Study materials & course manual
- Free Wi-Fi
- Yoga Alliance certification
- Hot water kettle, copper water bottle & glass in every room
- Sound healing session
- Flights and travel to Rishikesh
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Airport pickup (available on request at extra cost)
- Ayurvedic massage and treatments
- Personal expenses and laundry
- Air-conditioning (available on request)
- Stay for visitors or companions
- Comfortable yoga clothes
- Warm layers for early mornings (Nov – Feb)
- Modest clothing for temple visits
- Notebook and pens
- Personal toiletries and medication
- Passport, visa and ID copies
- A flashlight and a small backpack
Before you book
Yin Yoga TTC requirements, rules & refund policy
Practising and teaching yoga take commitment. Please read these guidelines before you reserve your seat.
01Who can join the Yin Yoga TTC
The course is open to yoga practitioners, teachers and wellness seekers. Self-motivation, commitment and discipline are essential, and attending all classes and activities organised by the school creates the right atmosphere for the course.
- Regular yoga practice recommended
- No meat, fish or eggs
- No black tea, coffee or alcohol
- No tobacco or drugs
- No nudity
- Full attendance expected
02Behavioural guidelines
- Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited
- Tell the kitchen in advance if you will skip a meal
- Respect teachers and stay attentive in class
- Be on time for every class
- Return library books before departure
- Accommodation is for the student only
- Join scheduled programmes such as weekend outings
03General rules
- Silence from 10 PM until morning
- Complete regular homework
- All classes are mandatory unless you are ill
- Assessment is part of certification
- Only water allowed in the yoga halls
- No phones, laptops or tablets during lectures
- Only a yoga mat and water bottle in the hall
- Clear your practice space after class
Arogya Yoga School reserves the right to disqualify any student at any time during the course for misconduct.
04Refund policy
The course deposit and course fees are non-refundable. If you cannot arrive for your booked batch, you can move to another batch without paying a new deposit. The deposit stays valid for one year from payment, so you can join any of our courses later. If you must leave during the course in an emergency, the fees paid are not refunded.
Understanding the structure of
Yin Yoga TTC in Rishikesh
A complete Yin Yoga training — philosophy, functional anatomy, postures, props and teaching — so you can lead safe, calm and well-balanced Yin classes.
Yin philosophy
Stillness, surrender, Yin and Yang, and the concept of Qi.
Functional anatomy
Fascia, joints, skeletal variation and target areas.
Yin Yoga poses
Traditional postures with purpose, props, holding times and rebound.
Props & modifications
Safe, accessible practice for every body.
Meditation & breath
Mindfulness, meditation and breathwork in stillness.
Teaching & assessment
Design, sequence and teach your own Yin class.
Experience Yoga Teachers
Arogya Teacher is a Registered Yoga Teacher Yoga Alliance. An Arogya instructor has more than 12 to 15 years of experience.
Asana And Yoga Alignment Teacher.
Classical Yoga
Yoga Anatomy and Physiology
Yoga Anatomy
Teaching Meditation / Ayurveda
Meditation / Ayurveda
Yin and Yang Yoga Philosophy.
Yoga Philosophy
Yin Yoga / Yoga Anatomy
Yin Yang Yoga Anatomy
Founder of the Arogya Yoga School
Sound HealingFacilities at Arogya Yoga School, Rishikesh, India
Experience a peaceful yogic lifestyle with comfortable accommodation, spacious yoga halls, healthy sattvic meals, meditation spaces, learning facilities, and a supportive environment for personal growth and transformation.
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Private Room
With attached bathroom
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Free Wi-Fi
Campus-wide coverage
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Hot & Cold Water
Available 24×7
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Taxis
Airport & local pickup
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Drinking Water
Filtered & safe
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Sound Healing
Healing therapies
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Dining Area
Sattvic meals daily
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Shared & Single Rooms
Choose your stay
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Free Parking
Free parking space
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2 Yoga Halls
Spacious practice rooms
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Laundry Facility
Inside the campus
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Yoga Library
Books & scriptures
24×7Hot water & Wi-Fi
2Spacious yoga halls
3Sattvic meals daily
Everything you need is on campus — you just bring your practice.
Reviews & testimonials
Student reviews of Arogya Yoga School, Rishikesh
What our students say about us
Real stories from graduates of our yoga teacher trainings in Rishikesh — many return for further training.
FAQ
FAQs: Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
What is the 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training?
It is a 6-day residential Yin Yoga certification course in Rishikesh, certified by Yoga Alliance USA. You learn Yin Yoga postures, functional anatomy, meridian theory, props and modifications, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork and teaching methodology.
How much does the Yin Yoga TTC cost?
For international students the fee is $400 USD for a private room and $250 USD for a 2-sharing room. For Indian students the fee is ₹20,000 for a private room and ₹18,000 for a twin share room. Fees include accommodation, daily vegetarian meals and Yoga Alliance certification.
When does the course run?
The course runs from the 25th to the 30th of every month. The next batch is shown in the booking box.
Is the course certified?
Yes. The 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training is certified by Yoga Alliance USA, and Arogya Yoga School is also registered with IPHM UK.
Who can join the Yin Yoga instructor training?
Yoga practitioners who want to deepen their personal journey, yoga instructors enhancing their expertise, beginners wanting a deeper practice, and anyone curious about restorative, therapeutic or meditative yoga.
What will I learn?
The philosophy of Yin practice, functional anatomy, traditional Yin poses with their purpose, props, contraindications, modifications, rebound, holding times and cueing, alignment and safe adjustments, meditation, and how to design and teach a Yin Yoga sequence.
How am I assessed?
Through a written assignment, designing and teaching a short Yin Yoga sequence, pose analysis, a sequencing assignment, an anatomy and meridian quiz, and a self-practice journal.
How big are the batches?
Batches are small — between 8 and 15 students — so every student gets personal attention.
What is the refund policy?
The deposit and course fees are non-refundable. If you cannot attend your batch, you can move to another batch without a new deposit. The deposit stays valid for one year.
How do I book my seat?
Click "Reserve with deposit", fill in the short form and you will receive an email with the course details and a secure payment link for the deposit.
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Deepen your practice and learn to teach Yin Yoga — in small groups, by the Ganga, in the yoga capital of the world.