Yoga Vidya Mandiram
  
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 Marina Barros 
 
 
 
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My experience at Yoga Vidya Mandiram was a beautiful journey of self-discovery and learning. I feel truly grateful for trusting myself, the school, and my classmates, and for completing this 200-hour YTTC.

The teachers are knowledgeable and excellent at sharing their teachings, always creating a welcoming environment for learning.

The food was delicious, and the kitchen and housekeeping teams were very caring and attentive.

It was also nice to meet people from different parts of the world. My classmates were always generous, welcoming, and supportive, making this experience even more special.

A special thank you to Prince for his constant support, kindness, and great sense of humor!

Thank you to the entire YVM family for this meaningful experience and all the beautiful memories.. 🪷🩷
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Marcelle Groß 
 
 
 
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I had the most wonderful 3 weeks at Yoga Vidya Mandiram (200h TTC). We had wonderful teachers and I learned so much about yogic philosophy, anatomy and practices, but also about teaching skills. The place is so quiet and peaceful, we had good food, always clean rooms and Prince took care of us so well. I will definitely come back one day🫶🏼
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Zuzka 
 
 
 
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I completed my 200h yoga training at Yoga Vidya Mandiram. I did a lot of research beforehand, and with so many options, I didn’t know which school would best suit my vision.

I texted a few schools I had selected, and honestly, I booked the one where communication felt the smoothest and where I felt welcomed from the very first message. So a big thanks to Prince and everyone else who does an amazing job of making sure we feel comfortable and welcomed.

Besides the qualified teachers, great atmosphere, and amazing classmates, the biggest highlight for me was definitely the location. Every time I went to the centre of Tapovan, I felt so grateful not to be in the middle of all the noise and buildings. Everyone is different, so if you are someone who values coziness and quiet green spaces over fast access to “hip” cafés, you will be so grateful you chose this yoga school. (Not to mention that you can reach the centre of Tapovan within 10 minutes.)
+ playing with their dog and cows :))

The food was delicious.

It’s gonna be challenging but that’s a part of it. In these 3 weeks, I learned about yoga on a much deeper level.

I feel even more like a beginner than when I started school, but in a good way, knowing there is always more to learn and that I will be a student of yoga for the rest of my life, even If I’ll start sharing my knowledge. ❤️

Thank you, thank you, thank you.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Anshul Tiwari 
 
 
 
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I had a wonderful experience at Yoga Vidya Mandiram. The retreat was truly enriching, both physically and mentally. I learned a lot about yoga, its philosophy, and its deeper aspects beyond just physical postures.

It was a refreshing opportunity to slow down, disconnect from the usual routine, and focus on myself. I came back with valuable learnings, beautiful memories, and a renewed appreciation for yoga.

A big thank you to the entire team for creating such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended to anyone looking to explore yoga, learn something new, and spend some meaningful time with themselves!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Leung Candy 
 
 
 
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This is a very nice school. Teachers are very nice, clean living space with nice food. I enjoy a lot here. Teacher bring us to difference place and take care student while day off. Classes are very authentic.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Anya Monk 
 
 
 
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A truly magical and peaceful place run by wonderful, heartfelt people. The teachers are exceptional—incredibly kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. Prince is a fantastic host who goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcomed and cared for. The food was delicious, and while the facilities are modest, they are spotless and very well maintained. Being surrounded by lush greenery makes it easy to completely disconnect from the city’s chaos, turn inward, and restore your inner balance. This was my first time in India, but it definitely won’t be the last. Deeply grateful for every moment spent here!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Veronika Slawik 
 
 
 
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What a Wonderful Time at This School! 🙏❤️

I look back on the past few weeks with so much gratitude and pride. Completing my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Yoga Vidya Mandiram has been such a beautiful and meaningful experience.

There are so many wonderful memories I will carry with me. I especially loved the ceremonies, the way they are celebrated, and how the philosophy of yoga gradually becomes part of you more and more with each passing day.

I truly appreciate every single teacher and their individual way of sharing their knowledge and teaching with us. They were always open to our questions, happy to share their wisdom, and made us feel supported and cared for throughout the entire journey. I feel incredibly fortunate to have received such valuable knowledge from all of them.

A heartfelt thank you to Philosophy Teacher(Sandeep)Hatha Teacher(Shiy)Asthanga Teacher , (Anu)Pranayamateachers, and Anatomy Teacher —I Hope I Write the names correct .. but important to know  you are all doing an amazing job!

I hope I can continue to practise and share everything I have learned as best as I can. And if I ever feel that I need to deepen my knowledge again, perhaps we will meet once more!

Just like my partner Phil, who returns to this school every year and loves how his understanding of yoga deepens with every visit. Each time is a unique learning journey, because every experience is different and personal.

In the end, it is all about what you make of your time here — what you do with the knowledge, how you connect with the group, and what you discover within yourself.

On Sundays, we had our day off, and I was always excited to see which beautiful excursions Prince had organised for us. There was always something new to discover: watching the sunrise at a temple or visiting the caves where Swami Rama attained Samadhi. These experiences touched me deeply on a spiritual level, and I will keep these special moments in my heart.

A very special thank you goes to Prince Ji. He was always around, taking care of everything and everyone. To me, he is a kind of Superman — someone you rarely come across.

I was also very happy with our group. We connected so naturally and shared a wonderful atmosphere of mutual respect, kindness and care.

And let’s not forget the practical things that make a stay so comfortable: the rooms were always cleaned very well, and we were provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. So, if you are reading this — yes, you are truly blessed with all these little things!

The school itself has a lovely location, with a small garden and a peaceful atmosphere that makes it easy to focus on your yoga practice and enjoy some quiet time.

I can wholeheartedly recommend this school!

I had such a wonderful time, met beautiful people, gained so much knowledge and, most importantly, rediscovered the joy of both practising and teaching yoga.

I leave with a grateful heart, beautiful memories and so much inspiration for the journey ahead.

Thank you for everything! 🙏❤️
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Brandon Chao 
 
 
 
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I came to this school twice in the last two years, first for the retreat, then for the teacher training, I’ll share some of those points why I choose this school, and I think my experiences would help those who are still hesitate. Actually, I’ve made my commitment to go back for the third time this year or next year ( as I was planning for a 500hr teacher training, but there were less student during low season, so I instead separated it into 200hr first and 300hr after)

First, the teachers. From the Asana teachers, Pranayama, relaxation & meditation teacher, philosophy teacher, and anatomy teacher, they are amazingly professional and a lot to share more, and I personally will come back to be trained as a yoga teacher also because of the teacher Shailesh, my first retreat class  was scheduled to be ended practicing yoga at the ghat nearby Ganga River, but it was then moved to indoor as it was raining season, then out of my expectation, teacher Shailesh saw my disappointment and asked if I will still be in Rishikesh for few days, and maybe we can practice when it’s sunny. The teachings did not end after the class, and what he did inspired me to come back to be trained as a teacher. Then, same thing happened again when I go back to school the second time, and had another off-class practice nearby the Ganga River with my another yoga teacher Sagar. Also teacher Annu has a lot of energy to share her knowledge all about pranayama and meditation, all the teachers here have so many energy and stories to write and share.

Second, the food. They serve yogic meals, and me as a non-veg person who previously do lots of weight training, I was a bit worried if I can get used to the food here the first time I came, but Renu and her family took care of all the food and she cook amazing Indian food, and tries her best to answer my curious questions to the food, actually we learned from each other, she taught me some Hindi and I taught her some English. She is like a friend and a mom, I remember there’s a time I was stuck in the rain with my classmate, and didn’t made our time to come back to the school during the dinner time, she still save the food for us, and even cooked some extra Papadam for us. You must try out Renu’s home made recipe when you are here!

Third, the school management. The locals the school in in Tapovan, however it is surprisingly quiet.( despite some special Shiva event all around the town) The room was clean and well maintained, I ran out of hot water sometimes but they managed to fix it right away. Just be prepared you will have some bugs or other insects in your room or while you are training, because we are close to the nature, it is normally seen daily, and it won’t bother your rest or training, at least for me. Under all these management, Prince took care of everything and everyone, he is like a buddy or a  brother, easy to communicate and shares lot of things of Indian culture and his experiences. There was an event for Lord Shiva when I was there the second time, me and four other classmates, out of curiosity, we followed the group and didn’t know where we are going, until we realized that we went too far, we technically hike up to the a Shiva temple in the mountain, with our flip flops and without umbrella or raincoat, Prince and the school team came rescue us, while it was midnight, at the end we were all safe back to the school, it was totally unforgettable and made me feel very guilty like a misbehaved student, but Prince did not blame any one of us, he just came like a Superman( and he really is)
The school also arrange some activities in between classes, like outing to visit temple, or Ganga Arti, Kritan, etc. You will not only get to know about yoga, but also some other Indian culture, and it helps us to be more immersed in the culture.

Come for a few days of retreat, and maybe you will find what you like about this school yourself, people here feels more like a family, and they have more to share than what you expected. The connection and energy here is amazing.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Vikas Pathak 
 
 
 
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I recently completed a one-week Yoga Teacher Training Program at Yoga Vidya Mandiram in Rishikesh, India, and it was an excellent and deeply enriching experience. The program covered Ashtanga Yoga, Hatha Yoga, breathing exercises, meditation, anatomy, and yoga philosophy in a well-structured and meaningful way.
I truly enjoyed every part of the training. The instructors were highly qualified, experienced, supportive, and passionate about sharing their knowledge. Their guidance helped me deepen my understanding and practice of yoga, both physically and spiritually.
The atmosphere was peaceful and inspiring, making the entire experience even more special. I am grateful for the knowledge, discipline, and wonderful memories I gained during this training.
I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to learn yoga, improve their practice, and experience the authentic yogic environment of Rishikesh. 🙏
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 anupriya aggarwal 
 
 
 
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This is awesome ashram for power yoga training with well mannered staff and respected teachers . The gurus are very very talented here and would recommend for others too.