There are many reasons to stay at the Vedic Yoga Centre for your Teacher Training Course.  Aside from the traditional teachings, you will have access to the following:

1. Holy River Ganga-ji – simply walk down the driveway of the Guest House, and you are only a few steps away from the holy river Ganga.  You can sit by this sacred river at any time due to its proximity to our Retreat Centre.
2. Views of Ma Ganga – if you want picturesque views of Laxman Jhula, then simply walk to the rooftop of our building and take in the breathtaking views of Ganga-ji and the surrounding mountains.
3. Ram Jhula is only a 15-minute walk away.
4. Vashishta Gufa – a sacred cave for those seeking deep mediation, only 25 kilometres from Rishikesh.  In this cave the great Sage Vashishta (held to be the son of Lord Brahma, and one of the Seven Great Sages), meditated.
5. Tattwala Baba-ji cave – a sacred place where the Himalayan master lived and performed austerities.  If you are receptive, you can just sit down and feel the energy, which has the power to make a shift inside you.
6. Dehradun (Jolly Grant) airport – the closest domestic airport which is only 29 kilometres (approximately 50 minutes by car).  You can fly to Dehradun direct from Mumbai, Dehli and many other smaller cities in India.

How do I get to the Vedic Yoga Centre in Rishikesh?

Details of how to get to our Centre from either Delhi or Mumbai airport are shown on our Contact Us page through the following link:  https://vedicyogacentre.org/contacts/

What travel documents do I need to enter India?

You will need a valid passport and, depending on your country of origin, a Visa to enter India.  Even though India now offers “Visa on Arrival” facilities to many countries, we highly recommend you get a 6-month Visa before you travel.  You must request a tourist visa, as a study visa is only applicable to long term studies at appropriately accredited facilities.

What is the address of the Vedic Yoga Centre?

If you are asked by Indian officials where you are staying, you should give the following address:

Vedic Yoga Centre
36 Neelkanth Road,
Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh 249302
UTTARAKHAND, INDIA

Which airport should I arrive at?

Delhi International Airport is the closest airport and provides the easiest access to Rishikesh, and from here you can arrange a flight to Dehradun domestic airport.  However, if you arrive at Mumbai then you need to arrange a connecting flight to Dehradun domestic airport.  From here we can arrange a taxi for you on request for a cost of around 1,500 Indian rupees.  To arrange a taxi please write to us at myvedicyoga@gmail.com

General weather conditions in India

December, January 
These two are the coldest months of the Year with temperatures from 5-20°C.  Nights are cold but days are pleasant in the sun.  Warm clothing is recommended.

February, March, and April
These months are very comfortable with a lot of sunshine.  For the month of February you should still have some warm clothing, but light clothing is fine for March and April.

May, June
In these summer months, temperature are between 30-40°C all of the time.  It is also humid most of the time, so light clothing is recommended.

July – August
This is the monsoon time which brings the temperature down a bit thanks to the rain, but it is still very humid.  Light clothing with rain gear is recommended. 

September, October, and November
As the monsoon slows down, temperatures stay between 32 and 35°C, but nights become pleasant in September.  During October and November, the weather stays mild.  Light clothing for September and October but moderately warm clothing for November is recommended.

What should I pack?

1. You should pack lightly – one suitcase and one carry-on backpack is adequate for most people. Determine the kind of clothing you will wear both to yoga classes and all the other activities and studies you will participate in.
2. Make sure that your clothing is modest, comfortable, and appropriate, both for the culture and the weather conditions. It is always useful to have some cold weather clothing for sudden cool changes.  In any case, clothing is easily available locally at very reasonable prices.
3. During Winter, bring adequate thermal underwear and a winter jacket, warm socks and other items you may need.
4. Bring appropriate shoes for walking in the forest.
5. Bring an umbrella and raincoat in the rainy season.
6. Bring your own personal requirements such as toiletries, hygiene requirements, medications, vitamins etc. that you specifically require. Many of these products are available locally.
7. Make sure that you have all the adaptors, chargers and batteries etc. required for your phone, computer, camera etc. and any other technological equipment you require.
8. Bring a notebook and pen to take notes during lectures, although these are also available locally.
9. Have a re-usable water bottle for drinking water.
10. You can do your own laundry or take your washing to a nearby laundry where clothes are washed for a small fee.

ACCOMMODATION

Do you allow smoking in the rooms?

Alcohol, smoking, the use of drugs, and loud music are all strictly prohibited – not just in the rooms, but anywhere on the site.

Do the rooms have separate beds so that I can share a room with a friend?

We encourage students to avoid sharing a room as the 200-hour YTTC requires you undivided attention, and students often that they are distracted if they share a room, even with their partner.

Are all the rooms the same?

We have different categories of rooms – standard and deluxe.  All rooms have an attached bathroom with hot and cold running water, a shower and a Western-style toilet.

Do all the rooms have air conditioning?

We have only four (4) rooms with Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning (both heating and cooling).  However, all rooms have ceiling fans.  You can rent a heater from us for a fee if you need one.

Do all the rooms have views?

We have a total of twelve (12) rooms that face the Ganga, but only a few of these have direct views to the Ganga itself.  We have six (6) rooms that face the back, towards the hills.

Do all the rooms have access to WiFi?

Wi-Fi is available in all the common areas on site, but not in every room.  Some rooms have been specifically designed in this way to allow participants to remain undisturbed in their rooms, but still be able to contact their family and friends when they wish.

MEALS

All accommodation is accompanied by three healthy, Indian vegetarian meals.

What kind of food is included in the course?

The following is a sample of the type of meals we offer:

Breakfast: 
Fruit, porridge, yoghurt, chai/Indian breakfast (paratha – potato-filled pancake/idli – rice and dahl flour muffin/dosa – rice and dahl pancake filled with a potato mix/vegetable pakhora – vegetable mix fried in oil with dahl paste).

Lunch:
Traditional thali including rice, dahl, vegetables, salad and chapattis.  Herbal tea is provided.

Dinner:
Lighter meal of soup/pancakes and chai/herbal tea.

Meals should be taken in the dining hall where you can sit in the traditional Indian style, on low tables with cushions on the floor for seating, or at western-style tables with chairs.  The meals are based on the ancient science of Ayurveda to ensure health and wellness from the food.

What if I have special dietary needs?

Please let us know BEFORE YOU ARRIVE if you have any specific dietary requirements,  by emailing us.

Registration

Email us a copy of your flight details, passport and visa, and complete the Application Form by following the Apply Now link, which includes payment of your deposit.