Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India
Awaken the dormant energy within. Our 200-hour Kundalini yoga certification is also known as the yoga of awareness course. It blends Kriya Yoga, Pranayama, Mantra, Mudra, Kundalini Tantra, and deep chakra meditation. You train at our Tapovan ashram beside the Ganges in the Himalayan foothills. Yoga Alliance RYT 200 certified.
What Is Kundalini Yoga?
Kundalini Yoga is one of the most powerful and spiritually rich branches of yoga. It is often called the "yoga of awareness." This Kundalini awakening course works with the dormant energy (the Kundalini Shakti). This energy is believed to lie coiled at the base of the spine. Unlike Hatha or Ashtanga Vinyasa, Kundalini focuses less on poses. It focuses more on energy, breath, sound, and consciousness.
The practice combines Kriya sequences, Pranayama and meditation, Mantra chanting, Mudra, Bandha, and Kundalini Tantra methods. Step by step, the practice awakens this energy. It moves the energy up through the seven chakras. This brings states of expanded awareness, clarity and inner change. Our Kundalini yoga TTC in Rishikesh teaches you the practice. It also teaches you the method to guide others through this process safely.
The Six Core Elements of Kundalini Yoga
Each element builds on the other. Together they form a complete system of awakening, healing and self-realisation.
Kriya & Asana
Dynamic Kundalini kriyas with targeted yoga postures. They move energy through the nadis and activate the chakra system.
Pranayama
Breath-of-fire, long-deep breathing and segmented pranayama. These purify the pranic body and expand lung capacity.
Mantra
Seed mantras and Gurmukhi chanting. They vibrate the meridians, calm the mind and lift consciousness to higher states.
Mudra & Bandha
Specific hand gestures and body locks. They redirect prana, awaken glandular secretion and deepen the effects of each kriya.
Meditation
Guided Kundalini meditations including Trataka, Yoga Nidra, chakra meditation and silent awareness. These build inner stillness.
Yoga Philosophy
Deep study of Kundalini Tantra, chakra science and the subtle body. You also study Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and the teachings of the Upanishads.
Benefits of Kundalini Yoga Practice
- Activates and balances all seven chakras for total energetic harmony.
- Reduces stress, anxiety and mental fatigue through regulated breathwork.
- Strengthens the nervous system and improves hormonal balance.
- Enhances intuition, creativity and expanded states of awareness.
- Supports emotional healing and release of deep-seated trauma.
- Builds a strong personal sadhana (daily spiritual practice) you can teach.
- Yoga Alliance certification to teach Kundalini around the world.
Choose Your Training Path
Are you starting your teacher journey or deepening an existing practice? We have the right programme for you.
Most Popular
200-Hour Kundalini YTT
Yoga Alliance RYS 200 Certified
- 28 days intensive residential programme.
- Kundalini kriyas, pranayama & mantra.
- Chakra science & subtle body anatomy.
- Teaching methodology & practicum.
- Sattvic meals & ashram stay included.
Advanced
300-Hour Advanced Kundalini YTT
Yoga Alliance RYS 300 Certified
- For graduates of a 200-hour programme.
- Advanced Kundalini kriyas & Laya Yoga.
- In-depth Yoga philosophy & Sanskrit.
- Ayurveda & therapeutic applications.
- Mentorship & advanced teaching skills.
Immersion
7 / 14-Day Kundalini Immersion
Certificate of Completion
- Ideal for dedicated personal practice.
- Daily Kundalini kriyas & meditation.
- Pranayama, mantra & sound healing.
- Flexible scheduling — join any 1st.
- Smaller group, highly personalised.
What You'll Learn
Core texts of Kundalini Tantra, chakra science, the Nadi system and the three bodies of consciousness.
Deep study of the seven chakras. Learn their mental traits, their links to the body and ways to activate them.
Classical study of the Ashtanga path, Samadhi and Pratyahara. Also the Yoga philosophy behind the Kundalini tradition.
Panchakosha model, five prana vayus, Kundalini Shakti, Shiva-Shakti polarity and how awakening works.
Class planning, sequencing, voice and adjustment skills. Also the ethics of holding a Kundalini space.
60+ traditional Kundalini kriyas for the chakras, nervous system, glandular system and immunity.
Agni Pranayama, alternate nostril breathing, segmented breath, Sitali, Bhramari and Kumbhaka.
Trataka, chakra visualisation, So Hum, Ajapa Japa, Yoga Nidra and 40-day sadhana practice design.
25+ mudras and their therapeutic uses. Mula/Uddiyana/Jalandhara bandhas and Gurmukhi mantra pronunciation.
Many practice-teach sessions with peer and faculty feedback. Self-assessment and a final teaching test.
Why Choose Rishikesh Yog Nirvana?
Yoga Alliance USA Certified
RYS 200 & RYS 300 registered school. Your certification is recognised worldwide.
Expert Kundalini Teachers
Lineage-based teachers with 10–20+ years of Kundalini practice and teaching experience.
Small Batch Sizes
Maximum 15 students per batch. This means personal attention and close guidance for each student.
Authentic Ashram Life
Live the yogic lifestyle. Enjoy 5 AM sadhana, sattvic meals, silence practices and Himalayan walks.
Post-Certification Support
Ongoing mentorship, alumni network access and business guidance. These help you launch your teaching career.
Traditional Yet Modern
Rooted in classical Kundalini lineage. Taught with modern teaching tools and evidence-based anatomy.
Prime Rishikesh Location
Set in the Yoga Capital of the World. Steps from the Ganges, sacred temples and forest trails.
Monthly New Batches
Flexible start dates. New batches begin on the 1st of every month, all year.
Who Can Join This Training?
Our Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training welcomes students from all backgrounds. You need no prior teacher training for the 200-hour programme. You only need an open heart and a sincere intention.
- Yoga practitioners with at least 6 months of regular practice.
- Beginners with a strong spiritual calling towards Kundalini awakening.
- Existing RYT 200 or RYT 500 yoga teachers who want to add a Kundalini certification as a specialty.
- Holistic therapists, healers and wellness professionals.
- Anyone seeking deep personal transformation and inner awareness.
- 300-hour applicants must hold a recognised 200-hour YTT certification.
Accommodation & Sattvic Food
A clean, calm and supportive place is key for deep yogic immersion. We have taken care of every detail.
Accommodation Includes
- Private or shared rooms with attached bathrooms.
- Daily housekeeping, fresh linen & towels.
- 24/7 hot water & electricity.
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the campus.
- Rooftop meditation & practice space.
Sattvic Meals Include
- Three freshly prepared vegetarian meals per day.
- Organic, locally sourced ingredients.
- Herbal teas, fruit & healthy snacks.
- Special diets catered for.
- Ayurvedic cleansing meals on designated days.
Your Yoga Alliance Certification
When you complete the programme, you receive a Yoga Alliance recognised Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training certificate. This credential is accepted worldwide. It lets you register as an RYT 200 and teach Kundalini Yoga anywhere in the world. Add the 300-hour course and you can register as an RYT 500.
What Our Students Say
4.9/5 ★★★★★ from 186 Google Reviews
"The Kundalini yoga sessions were unlike anything I've experienced before. The morning sadhana with Breath of Fire and Kriya sequences opened something deep. I could feel the energy moving through my chakras by week two. Sajan sir's philosophy classes on Kundalini awakening and the subtle body were the highlight. The meditation practices, especially the 40-day sadhana design, gave me a personal practice I still follow daily. Rishikesh Yog Nirvana is the real deal for anyone serious about Kundalini."
Priya Nambiar
India · 200-Hour Kundalini YTT · Oct 2025
"I came specifically for Kundalini teacher training after practising at a KRI school in Berlin. The approach here is different: more integrated with Hatha and classical yoga philosophy, which gave me a much broader teaching toolkit. The chakra meditation sessions by the Ganga at sunrise were transcendent. The mantra chanting practice alone was worth the trip to Rishikesh. Small batch size meant the teachers really knew each student's energy and could guide the Kundalini awakening process safely."
Lars Eriksson
Sweden · 200-Hour Kundalini YTT · Jan 2026
"Completing my training at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. The teachers are not just experienced and knowledgeable, but genuinely devoted to guiding each student with compassion and clarity. The pranayama and alignment sessions touched my soul and completely shifted how I see yoga, not just as a practice, but as a way of life."
Khushi Verma
India · 200-Hour YTT · May 2025
"Good yoga school, dedicated teachers, delicious food, clean and safe environment. It is a small yoga school where they limit group sizes, which in my opinion is very important. This way you get more personal attention. Great location in Tapovan, quiet, but not far from anything. The whole experience (from morning kriyas to evening meditation), felt deeply intentional and authentic."
Milda Sakalauskaitė
Lithuania · 200-Hour YTT · Mar 2025
Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Fees & Inclusions
All fees include a room at our Tapovan ashram and three sattvic meals daily. They also cover course materials, certification, and weekend excursions along the Ganga. No hidden charges.
Not included: flights, visa, travel insurance, personal expenses, Yoga Alliance registration fee ($50, paid directly to YA).
Watch: Breath, Meditation and Daily Life at the School
An overview of the school where the Kundalini course runs, and two short talks on breathing and meditation.
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