50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training
in Rishikesh, India
6 Days to Slow Down, Soften, and Deeply Listen
There comes a point in life where doing more…no longer seems to be the answer.
More movement. More achievement. More noise.
"What happens if I just stop?"
Not stop living. Not stop growing. But stop pushing.
This is where Yin Yoga starts.
A 50-Hour Yin Yoga Course That Brings You Back to Yourself
Here at Jeevatman Yogshala in Rishikesh, this 50-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training is more than a training— it's a space that beckons you to come back home to yourself.
Over 6 days, you will move from stillness to breath to awareness and to understanding. You will not just learn how to practice Yin Yoga, but also how to experience it in your body, your mind, and your energy.
This is for those who are ready to transition from practicing yoga to experiencing yoga.
Why Yin Yoga Feels Different (And Why You Might Need It)
Most yoga invites you to move. Yin Yoga asks you to stay.
The poses are held for an extended period of time – even up to 3, 5 and 7 minutes not to stretch any further but to sink in, in a new way…Into the deep tissues. Into the breath. Into patterns you might otherwise unconsciously avoid.
And there, in that stillness, something true emerges. You might notice:
The way your mind fights against discomfort…
The feelings held in your body…
The subtle breath shifts…
Yin Yoga targets the fascia, ligaments, joints and energy channels of the body, thus complementing styles like Ashtanga and Hatha wonderfully.
More than that, Yin Yoga targets your inner being — your relationship with yourself.
Why Do This Yin Yoga Course In Rishikesh?
Rishikesh is not just a destination but a whole experience in itself.
It is considered as the Yoga Capital of the world for a reason, this sacred town has a different kind of energy which invites you in.
The mountains listen.
And life here is simple.
When yin yoga meets the essence of Rishikesh, things tend to happen more easily and spontaneously.
In Jeevatman Yogshala, we make sure this experience remains raw, real, deeply authentic and not the kind of commercialised and overwhelming set-up.
What Does This 50-Hour Training Actually Offer?
It's not a crash-course certification. It is a 6-day immersive journey into:
Yin Yoga Asana
(deep, long-held postures)
Functional Anatomy
and Understanding Fascia
Pranayama
(breath used as a tool for regulation)
Meditation
(stillness practices that actually work)
Yin and Yang Philosophy
Ancient wisdom, made deeply relatable.
Teaching Methodology
(if you want to guide others)
But more importantly: It shows you how to decelerate without feeling guilty about it.
Structure of the 6-Day Yin Yoga Course
Each day is designed to feel balanced, spacious, and intentional—not rushed, not overloaded.
Rise with Softness
- Pranayama & subtle breathwork
- Meditation practice
- Deep Yin Yoga session
Learn with Clarity
- Anatomy & fascia-focused learning
- Yin Yoga theory & philosophy
- Teaching techniques
Rest into Wholeness
- Restorative/Yin practice
- Sound or silent meditation
- Reflection & sharing
By the end of each day, you won't feel exhausted. You will feel relieved.
Inside Each Module
Yin Yoga Asana
Yin asanas are not about flexibility, they are about honesty.
You will work on:
- Hip openers (where the majority of emotional stress resides)
- Spinal work (for better energy flow and support)
- Forward folds, backbends and gentle twists
- Use of props to enable support and not strain your body
You will learn:
- The difference between good sensations and harmful pain
- How to stay present during long holds
- How to adjust postures so that they fit real bodies.
Because every body is different. And Yin Yoga respects that.
Functional Anatomy
Where most yoga teacher training courses bore students by being extra technical or too vague. We do neither.
Our anatomy modules are simplified, actionable, and focused.
You'll learn:
- Why some people can't, shouldn't or are simply not capable of going 'deeper.'
- How skeletal structure varies from person to person – and therefore universal alignment is a myth.
- Fascia, ligaments, connective tissue (the true heart of yin yoga).
- Compression v/s stretch.
- Safe practice v/s overdoing.
This will definitely transform the way you see and feel about yoga.
Pranayama
When you practice Yin Yoga, your breath is your anchor. It's not about forcing or controlling… but about awareness, gentleness, and deepening your breath.
In this practice you'll explore:
- Techniques for calming pranayama
- Ways to regulate your nervous system with breath
- How to stay with your breath during discomfort
- The connection between breath and fascia
With practice, your breath starts settling and so does your mind.
Meditation
For most people, meditation is about ceasing your thoughts. It's not. It's about learning to get comfortable with whatever arises rather than reacting.
Meditation is integrated into every part of this course. You'll learn about:
- Body based awareness practices
- Stillness meditation
- Chakra based awareness
- Sound & silence practices
- How to gently guide beginners
There is no pressure and no need to perform—just a gentle space to rest in stillness.
Philosophy
Yin Yoga is deeply grounded in Taoist Philosophy and the vast wisdom traditions of Yoga. We don't teach philosophy as something abstract but we make it interesting and relatable.
You will understand:
- Yin & Yang beyond labels
- How effort can harmonize with surrender
- Acceptance in action
- The Subtle Energy Body (nadis & prana flow)
- The Power of Slowdown
This is philosophy that comes to life.
Learning to Teach Yin
Teaching Yin Yoga is fundamentally different from teaching a dynamic form of yoga. It's less about telling people what to do and more about creating space.
You will learn:
- How to craft and structure a balanced Yin Yoga sequence.
- How to use fewer but meaningful words while teaching
- The art and power of silence in teaching
- Vocal delivery, pacing and presence
- Guiding students without over-correcting them
You do not have to be anyone but yourself to be a skilled Yin Yoga teacher. You just need to become much more intimately acquainted with yourself.
The Quiet Side of Yin
When we stop the frantic movement of the body, then things begin to surface. Usually not in one huge outburst – it may simply start off with a small feeling of irritation, a wave of restlessness or even an old emotion you haven't thought about for years.
Distract ourselves – go and do something to chase away that feeling.
You simply stay with it.
That is when the change will start to occur, not because you fix or alter something; it's merely because you learn:
To sit with discomfort without needing to change it.
To watch emotions rise up without letting them pull you under.
To gently loosen where you once held on so tight.
When we let go of the battle – it doesn't make us feel so "stuck," the feeling becomes fluid – and that is the moment when the release finally happens. Of course, along with all that you begin to heal.
Who This Yin Yoga Course Is For
Yoga is more than sweat and effort. If you are searching for a way to slow down and tune into your body, you are in the right place.
You long for stillness.
You feel naturally drawn to quiet, mindful practices rather than high-intensity workouts.
You're tired of "pushing"
The idea of "no pain, no gain" feels exhausting and you desire to work with your body rather than against it.
You're looking for more than a "workout"
You crave the opportunity to go deeper within and explore the subtle side of yoga.
You wish to expand your teachings as a yoga teacher
You are looking for gentle, effective ways to support your students.
Life feels heavy
You are dealing with stress, burnout, or emotional overwhelm.
You simply want to reconnect with yourself
You need a chance to exhale, be in the present, and feel who you are underneath it all.
No flexibility required
You don't need to be able to touch your toes; we're here to feel, not to perform. It's all about the feeling in your own body, not the aesthetic or the outcome.
No experience needed
Whether you've practiced for years or never stepped on a mat, you are warmly invited.
Come as you are
The only thing you need is a willingness to be here.
What You Will Walk Away With
Over these six days, we'll explore much more than just poses. You'll walk away from this training with a set of skills and inner awareness to cultivate this practice for yourself – wherever life takes you.
Most important takeaway: You will not just leave with a certificate or notes. You will leave with a new relationship with stillness. You'll learn that being quiet isn't just "doing nothing"—it's a powerful way to recharge and find clarity.
A Day At Jeevatman Yogshala
You don't have to push or rush through your time here. The days begin peacefully in the quiet morning air. Your mind feels a little more still as you just sit, breath, and show up. The practices are deep and intentional, but they are never forced.
Afternoons move from what you felt on your mat to the clear understanding of it. Evening comes to soften all back in.
Why Choose Us For Yin Yoga Training In Rishikesh?
Many yoga schools in Rishikesh offer extensive yin yoga programs but what sets Jeevatman apart is not what we teach you but how we hold space.
We keep it real and simple.
We focus on experience and not performance.
We support you as an individual and not as a student.
We integrate traditional wisdom with modern insights.
Here, we don't expect you to be perfect, you are just invited to become aware.
Certification
Upon completing these 50 hours of training at Jeevatman Yogshala, you will receive a Yin Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. You can use your certification to:
Teach in your own classes with confidence passing on the practice to your students.
Deepen your journey by bringing personal practice into your daily life.
Accumulate credit for your Yoga Alliance certification.
While it marks your technical hours, this certificate is ultimately a reminder of the quiet, steady commitment you've made to yourself.
Ready to Stop Pushing?
6 days. 50 hours. One quiet, steady commitment to yourself — in the heart of Rishikesh.
