TESTIMONIAL

Peace & Love! Patanjali Yoga Foundation a profound place for anyone seeking to deepen your yoga practice. I came to Rishikesh looking for a school that would provide a solid foundation for me to build my practice on. I completed200 hr YTT course. Here I was greeted by a divine ashram staff and amazing teachers that made me feel at home. Guru Dr Jitendra brings an unique cadance and presence in his teachings. Mandeep shares deep wisdom in his phliosphy class, and Novneet Ji teaches in a way that is truly engaging. Laxman Ji was so kind and caring and PandiJi prepared us delicious ayurvedic meals. At PIYF you will gain an abundance of discpline that enhances positive attitudes. You truly learn everything you need to know to share the practice with anyone you wish while also leaving inspired to learn more. Give Thanks PIYF With Love! Rooms: 4/5, Service: 5/5, Location: 5/5

Qality teaching, great energy, and top teachers! The teachers are very attentive to everyone. The reception at the ashram is very well organized, the rooms very pleasant There is everything you need for a good yoga stay!

Hatha yoga TTC 200 hours highly recommended. Amazing rooms, location is beautiful, 5 minutes walk to Ganga River. Food incredible. I was there in June 2024. Choose Patanjali and learn from Dr. Das and all other incredible teachers.

Yoga & Ayurveda Therapy and Sound Healing Training was beyond expectations, Dr.Jitendra offers amazing insight and also has inspiring teaching skills and knowledge in both Ayurveda and Hatha Yoga. Also loved the Vedant philosophy classes with Acharya Mandeep Bhatt, the meditations and the opening fire and Mahashivaratri ceremonies. Also Joshi Ji’s Pranayama and Shatkriya classes and his emphasis on allignament during the Asana practice. Also the Sound Healing training with Serene Yogi during the stay was therapeutic and will help me in my job also. Pandit Ji’s Northern Indian balanced Ayurvedic meals were spectacular, the best I have ever had! All members of the staff went above and beyond to make my stay comforrable and helpful with all my requests, and the group of colleagues I have met at Patanjali’s will always have a special place in my heart.

It was a life changing experience which alters your life style and takes you to amazing spiritual journey. Patanjali International Yoga foundation teaches you not only how to practice yoga but also ancient history of yoga, breathing techniques, yogic body cleaning methods, balancing chackras, how to concentrate and meditate. It is a self dicipline journey which needs a good and sufficient body endurance, you'll be amazed to see drastic change happened in your body and mind in the end of the course. The location is in beautiful Rishikesh that is an extremely auspicious place where Ganga river flows. It has a great atmosphere that also surrended by the himalayas and mountains. Overall, if you are seriously looking for a yoga course that will teach you asanas perfectly also which can give you a teachings about awareness of your body, soul and mind, Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is a perfect place to go. Many thanks to Dr. Jitendra for his precious efforts and other all members of the ashram.

I recently attended the Yoga Therapy course at PIYF. This is my third visit and I cannot overstate the professionalism with which the courses are delivered. The course itself was extremely useful. The yoga practices and knowledge about Yoga Philosophy, Ayurveda and various therapies were top class. The food is excellent and I came out a different person. Many thanks to Dr Das and others at the institute. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is serious to learn the ancient science.

My name is Vidyanand & I am from Delhi. I have just completed my 200 hrs Yoga Teacher”s Training Course from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation (PIYF) Rishikesh. I want to say thanks to PIYF for being made my Yoga journey so beautiful and beneficial. I am seeing a great change in myself, in my fitness level as well as in my thought process before joining to PIYF & after completing the 200 hrs YTT Course. Before joining PIYF I was having some anxiety and stress related issues but now I feel very blessed cool & calm. I am really thankful to Dr Jitendra Das for his excellent way of teaching Yaga. I also want to thank to the whole team of PIYF for their excellent & tireless job. The accommodation here is very neat & clean. The Food is delicious & healthy. I will definitely recommend PIYF to anyone who wants to do 200 or 300 hrs YTT Course. Thanks to PIYF once again. Namste

I had an amazing experience at Patanjali Yoga Foundation. Special thanks to Dr. Das Ji for his enlightening guidance and deep yoga knowledge, and to Mandeep Bhatt Ji, our wonderful philosophy teacher, whose teachings were both profound and inspiring. The food was delicious and exceeded my expectations. The accommodations were comfortable and peaceful. The teaching practice at the foundation is exceptional, offering a holistic and immersive approach to yoga. Highly recommended for deepening your yoga practice and finding inner peace.

As I bid farewell to the Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, I am filled with gratitude towards Guru Gi Dr. Jitendra Das, Navneet Ji, Mandeep Ji, and the entire team for providing an exceptional training experience and a delightful stay at the ashram. As a long-time yoga practitioner, I spent years searching for the right school to deepen my practice and become a teacher myself. After considering various institutions in Canada, the USA, and India, I felt a strong connection to Patanjali International upon receiving a referral, and my intuition proved correct. The intensive training far surpassed my expectations. We delved into the traditional teachings of ancient Hatha Yoga, specifically Patanjali Yoga, covering complex aspects such as asana, pranayama, kriya, bandha, meditation, yogic philosophy, anatomy, and the art of teaching. The ashram's location and environment were integral to our training, melding seamlessly with the daily routines and the nutritious, freshly-prepared yogic meals, enhancing our overall experience. Every inquiry and request was met with thoughtful responses. The ashram is ideally situated in the heart of the Yoga capital, a mere few minutes' walk from the sacred Ma Ganga—perfect for relaxation during breaks from our intense practice sessions. The presence of the Goddess Saraswati invites blessings in arts, creativity, and wisdom, while Lord Shiva, the very first yogi, adds a profound spiritual presence. The vicinity is also home to many great temples. The training at the Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Ashram transcends the ordinary; it is not just a place to learn to teach yoga but a venue to truly experience the yogic lifestyle, perfect asanas, and embrace the essence of Rishikesh. Sonata Swan Canada

Namaste, hiiii & privet! I recently completed both the 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation in April 2024, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and supported by the incredible teachers and staff???? The courses were intensive and covered a wide range of topics including asanas, pranayama, mudra, kriya, meditation, Aurveda, yoga science and philosophy. The knowledge and skills I gained during my time at the ashram have truly been life-changing???? One of the highlights for me was the delicious and nutritious food provided at the ashram. It was clear that our teachers took great care in ensuring that we were nourished both physically and mentally throughout our training! Speaking of teachers, I cannot say enough good things about them. They were not only incredibly knowledgeable and experienced, but also caring and supportive. I truly felt like I was in the presence of the best of the best in the yoga world. Thanks my dear Gurus: Jitendra Das, Novneet Ji and Mandeep Ji! Overall, my experience at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation was nothing short of amazing. I felt supported, loved, and empowered throughout my courses, and I am so grateful for the knowledge and skills I have gained. I was looking for this knowledge all my life. This truly is the best school I have ever been a part of, and I cannot wait to see where my yoga journey takes me next. Thank you, Patanjali International Yoga Foundation!? Thanks & spasibo from all my heart! The end of this course is just a beginning of new yoga journey of my life!

I am very glad that I had the opportunity to go to school. Professional teachers giving deep knowledge)) pleasant atmosphere, friendly staff))) very tasty food ???? I gained tremendous experience in yoga and more)) my life was divided into before and after. Deep transformations and amazing experience))) I recommend this school to everyone who is ready to change)) Good luck to all !!!

Nice school People here are caring, professional and consistency You practice hatha yoga as traditional as possible Room are clean and spacious Food are good, healthy varied from north india Thanks for all

PIYF Asram is tucked in strategic location in the heart of Tapovan near Ganga river bank and near the market place and other amenities. I’m so blessed to have learned under Guru Ji Dr Jetendra and his team of well trained professional yoga instructors. PIYF is a place to gain excellent knowledge in Hatha Yoga n Ashtanga Yoga. Ashram staff are friendly and accommodating. Food is excellent and delicious. Met students from all over the world. I enjoyed my 200hrs TTC here.????????

PIYF is the best teacher training in Rishikesh! I have learned so much in topics such as pranayama, adjustments, alignment, assisting, philosophy, Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga, meditation, and Ayurveda. The 300 HTT has exceeded my expectations. You will learn real authentic yoga here. Dr. Jitendra Das is an amazing and knowledgeable teacher. My yoga practice has improved tremendously thanks to him. You will feel like family here with great care and support. The food is delicious, fresh and tasty! The rooms are clean, spacious, and comfortable I highly recommend PIYF. If you want to learn real authentic yoga, come to PIYF, you won't regret it! Thank you, Dr. Jitendra Das and staff for this amazing and unforgettable experience! I can't wait to come back!

I am attending here 200 YTT program. As per my experience the institute is suitable for all the world wide aspirants of Yoga and its usage in our daily life. The institute runs in the guidance of Dr. Jitendra Das and his team. Dr. Jitendra Das has immense knowledge of Yogic Sciences and its practical use in our daily life. He very well teaches his students that how one can change his life style and live a happy and joyful life through Yoga practice. I am very much impress upon his beautiful teaching methods. Other teachers as Sh Navneet Joshi, Mandeep Bhatt are also doing well in their fields of Ashtanga Yoga and Philosophy respectively. Serving staff are also well mannered. Meals are also good as per yoga practice requirements. So, I recommend to all the yoga seekers to attend the yoga training at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation to enjoy the life healthy because health is the wealth.

The most incredible experience. My first teacher training and first visit to India. PIYF is a very special school and ashram. Incredibly knowledgeable, supportive and kind humans will be your teachers. The education is based on the original teachings of Sage Patanjali and traditional Hatha practices. The daily routine is rigorous but anyone, even a beginner, will thrive. The founder, Dr. Jitendra Das, is always there to teach, guide and support you. I miss our afternoon tea together very much. And the laughter….. Best time ever! Thank you so much for the beautiful memories, I can’t wait to return.

Studying at this ashram will help you to dive deeper into hatha yoga. The accommodation is close to the Ganges, lunch and dinner are included and believe me you will definitely enjoy it. Highly recommended! 

If you want to study the REAL yoga, the truth knowledge - Patanjali yoga foundation will help you with it! The best high professional teachers, real guru’s will show you the path in your own yoga journey, will light your inner fire! Highly recommend this wonderful school! About food - every meal fresh and soooo tasty! And one more bonus - you will meet new friends around the world! 

I attended to the 300h YTT during october 2022. It was and will be an unforgettable experience! The training exceeded all my expectations. I loved and enjoyed each moment and every one of my classes, the  asana and pranayama practices, my classmates, the delicious meals, the peaceful environment. I would like to especially thank Sonu ji for his professionalism, knowledge and pedagogy to lead us to perform advanced asanas, alignment and transmission as well as the Pranayama practice each morning at the sun rise; Also special thank to Simon ji (history and philosophy) for having put in me the seed of reflection and his teachings. And last but not least to Dr. Das for his warmth-hearted welcome, his presence, teachings and his guidance. In short, all the teachers, the PIYF staff team and the super chefs in the kitchen made this training enriching in all aspects and I only hope to be able to return again.  

I did my 200 hours teacher training here and I absolutely recommend this school! The teachers are very good in their teachings and explanations, you won't find their asanas technique elsewhere, every movement is explained and detailed which brings a lot of awareness to one's body and limits. I felt so good in the school that I stayed one more week to keep on practicing and kept on joining the drop in classes afterwards! Can't wait to be back for the 300 hours.

I highly recommend PIYF because I had a great experience with this ashram.  I found a home in Rishikesh and a caring family.  The gurus are experts in the field and they teach from the heart.  I like the discipline and the authenticity of the people here.  I did not only learn yoga, anatomy, and alignment but I have brought with me immense wisdom and knowledge imparted by my gurus.  The course absolutely transformed me and deepened my spirituality.  It brought clarity and good habits in my life that I am excited to sustain.    I am beyond grateful to PIYF!  I will surely come back for more courses here.

Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality I had a great experience with 200 Yoga Teacher Training 1,5 year ago and this August I came for 300 hours. The Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is great. Clean accommodation with amazing Gimalayan view. Every morning we could see sunrise from our balcony. Food was amazing, and it was sensation as our Chef put his soul in every meal. Dr.Das and his teachers: Sonu , Simon, Acharya Mandeep Bhatt made us live yoga this month. Definitely I am going back to PIYF for Yoga&Meditation Retreats. I would highly recommend this school  to everyone who is looking to learn  Patanjali yoga and the same time feel yourself at home.

I passed Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda course and really loved it, this was my beginning in Ayurveda science, it is very vast and needs to be studied for years, we learnt basic and overall specifications of Ayurveda in 13 days. Thanks to our teacher Jitendra Das. Dr. Das was always helpful, joyful, kind. Our Hatha Yoga classes were splendid, you felt the breath of Yoga , traditional and pure Yoga. Thanks to Sonu Gautam, we learnt breathing technics more in depth, in professional and advanced level, did kriyas , and learnt advanced asanas. This was an invaluable experience for me as a 5-year practitioner of Yoga. I would like to thank specially the cook for the most delicious Indian meals and for providing me not meal separately without much spice. Previously, I did not like it, I started to like it and even learnt a couple of receipts from them to cook in my country.

I am Dr Ashok raju MD, DM(Ca?diology), YTT (yoga) from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, india. Currently working in care hospitals , Visakhapatnam as cardiologist. I am practising my medical profession since many years. I got trained in Patanjali international yoga foundation under the guidance of Dr Jitendra das YTT, Phd (yoga) and Sonu ji (senior yoga teacher). I am lucky to get trained under such a senior practitioner of yoga. He is amazing in his discipline, asanas, mantras, pranayama with excellent teaching skills. He teaches and trains all sorts clients in varying horizons of life from different parts of world. Finally my suggestion for everyone is to learn yoga to alter your outlook of life. Yoga can transform your health in all domains. If you are really interested in yoga ????‍?? please read the official website for the study regulations and join. It’s not of use for people who think of having fun in Rishikesh. School is very much disciplined and bound to its code and conduct as per the regulations of yoga alliance. Food and accomadation is good.

Unforgettable experience. I took the Ayurveda and therapy yoga certification and the only thing I can say is that I left wanting more. The teachers are authentic, kind, and always willing to help both in and out of class. The location is immersive and you will feel yourself changed into the individual you were meant to be. I cannot recommend this place enough.

I loved the experience, I've been 15 days and I'm left wanting more. There is very good energy in the school. The teachers are good professionals and in general I have felt good with everyone and cared for. I totally recommend it. Namaste ????????

It was the best experience in my life.This is really very calm place full of positive vibes.I have learnt a lot.All teachers are so much knowledgeable, humble and kind.Food was really good.Best school for yoga training.Thanks to Dr. Jitendra Guru ji who taught us everything in detail.????

I had the most rejuvenating 14 days of my life here! ???? Jitendra ji is very warm and welcoming. He made sure that we feel at home in the ashram and I’m very grateful for the Yoga asanas he has taught us. Simon Sir is truly one of the best philosophy teachers, he made us understand deep topics through humour. He is awesome! And the entire staff is very understanding and affectionate. The course was beautifully designed and the best part was that the Ganga river was just about a 7-8 min walk from the ashram. Im definitely carrying a lot of lovely memories from this place. Namaste ????

I attended 200 Hrs YTT in May from 1st to 22nd May. My experience was very good in every aspect. The teachers here are the best who guide you in every way possible. In this , very short period of time,=everyone felt like a family. Classes are very good. They teach us anatomy and philosophy also. There is meditation class everyday which is also one of the feathers in their cap. At the end of our course, noone wanted to leave because it felt like home. So, now this is a home away from home. I will definitely like to do some other course from here in the future.

I was looking for an honest, and sincere place to learn and earn a Yoga TTC. Found this one from Google. Chose PIYF because of its great Google reviews and the detailed yet ungimmicky info on their website. From day 1 I had begun learning what I had came to learn. As days progressed I learnt so much more as I healed my mind, body, and soul. My classmates were also a great bunch and we shared a lot amongst ourselves in group practices outside class hours. The classes are detailed, focusing on correct information and practice. I especially benefitted from the pranayam, alignment, anatomy, and yoga philosophy classes. The anatomy class had precise info to understand the basics of our body functions, systems, and how it may respond to yoga techniques. Thank you Swamiji Dr. Jitendra Das, Master Sonuji, Simon Sir, and Mandeep Sir (esp. for your beautiful naadyog and kirtan sessions). Will always be grateful ????

It was a beautiful experience learning from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation(PIYF) Rishikesh. The teachers were very well-learned & experienced in their respective fields, and guides us throughout the course. Also the food & environment over there is very homely which doesn't make us feel homesick at all. I love PIYF Rishikesh from the bottom of my heart & will continue to do so.

Thanks Google for suggesting PIYF when I was looking for yoga Aashram in Rishikesh. Enrolling for 2 weeks yoga training is one of the best decisions I have made. This has been a real game changer for my body and mind. I have thoroughly enjoyed this yoga training programme. Dr Dasji and Sonuji are brilliant teachers. I can't thank them enough for their commendable dedicated teaching and personalised attention to all the students. Breath work and asanas are taught really well in a proper guided manner. Various meditation techniques are also introduced well. Philosophy lectures by Simonji are excellent. 'Kirtan' and music by Mandeepji is unforgettable. Laxmanji and the cook (sorry, I don't know his name) are very good at providing healthy meals and food is always served with a genuine smile on the face. I got really lucky with the group of lovely people attending this course. This group had a lot of positive energy. Thank you so much everyone. I intend to continue practicing breath work, asanas and meditation regularly.

My experience at Patanjali Yoga Foundation was the best experience in my life. This place has a wonderful ambience, peaceful enviornment and its full of positive energy. Dr. Das is very experienced teacher, Sonu sir, Simon sir and Mandeep ji are really good at their part. And sattvik food was so tasty. If you want to go for teacher training or retreats you ought to give a try for this place. Being an Arthritis Patient it was very hard job for me to finish a ttc but they helped me alot with holding asanas, alignment, meditation and yog philosophy.

As there are hundreds of ashrams in rishikesh to do YTT it is tricky to find authentic schools these days. PYF teachings are based on Patanjali yoga sutra, the traditional 8 limbs of yoga which is also the base of all other styles of yoga teachings. It is authentic and not commercial based. YTT here is packed with lots of knowledge including yoga philosophy, anatomy & physiology, posture alignment and meditation classes. Dr. J Das the founder of this ashram is kind hearted and so knowledgeable and hands on. Along with other few great teachers teaching different classes this course will get you as far as it can in 200hr/22 days. Highly recommend this ashram to enthusiasts who are dedicated and serious to learn. On a another note food and accommodation provided during the course was great!!

It was such an exceptional experience. I came for the Yoga and Meditation Retreat and it filled all my expectations. Dr Das, Yogi Sonu and the rest of the teachers are very professional. Food and accommodation are also great. Go for it! You will definitely love it! ???????? ------------ (Spanish) It has been an exceptional experience. I came to do the Yoga and Meditation retreat and it met all my expectations. Dr Das, Yogi Sonu and the rest of the teachers are all professionals. Food and accommodation are also good. Cheer up! You will definitely love it! ???????? (Original) (English) It was such an exceptional experience. I came for the Yoga and Meditation Retreat and it fullfilled all my expectations. Dr Das, Yogui Sonu and the rest of teachers are very proffesional. Food and accommodation are also great. Go for it! You will definetly love it! ???????? ------------ (Español) Ha sido una experiencia excepcional. Vine para hacer el retiro de Yoga y Meditación y cumplió todas mis expectativas. Dr Das, Yogui Sonu y el resto de profesores son todos unos profesionales. La comida y el alojamiento también son buenos. ¡Anímate! ¡Definitivamente, te encantará! ????????

I found my experience at the Patanjali Institute incredibly rewarding and found all of my teachers including Dr. Das, Yogi Simon and Sonu to be both authentic and auspicious! Plus, the food is delicious! The facility is well appointed and comfortable, with a clean yet old world vibe. If you are looking for some serious practitioners then this is your tribe. I wish the staff at Patanjali International Yoga Institute all the best and I hope to see you soon!

About the place .. very peaceful, calm and well organized. regarding the people, they are very friendly , helpful, too kind that you will feel yourself home. it was my first time to be away from home .. and I would like to thank them a lot for giving me this amaziing lovely experience. Everything there very near to the heart.

Thanks to my PIYFTTC family Dr.Jitentder sir and sonuji . Its like my dream come true since from my childhood I was curious to learn yoga in proper way where I get corrections in my yoga asanas and do perfectly what I choose to do. Now I am grateful that I got certified with 200 hours yoga teacher training course.

I did my 200 hours TTC from here in April . I didnt have much knowledge yoga before and I got to learn so much during my training which I am extremely grateful for. Sonuji and Swamiji are such knowledgeable teachers. The food was delicious there .The stay was clean and hygienic. Personally I felt Pranayam classes could have been conducted in a better way, there was more talking and less practise in the pranayam class .I didnt feel confident with Pranayam even after the training was over. Other than that it was a great experience. I am really thankful to Sonuji especially for all the teachings . Best Regards.

It was a nice experience to be a part of Patanjali Yoga Foundation. Dr. Das is our Guru along with other yogis. From day one punctuality was so much important and Dr. Das let pushed our limits and made us aware our own strength. Made so many new friends and the food was awesome. It was a moment of life to be in Rishikesh. Great experience and very good place for yogis who want to be part of it.

I had a very holistic experience of yogic practices including asanas, pranyams and kriyas during my 2 week retreat program at the ashram. The teachers are well adept at teaching asana and other techniques very well. The food was nice and stay was comfortable. I'd recommend the retreat to anyone who wants to invest their time into learning Patanjali Yoga.

Patanjali International Yoga has been a very enriching experience through the 200 hour YTT. It’s not only the institute’s location at the heart of Rishikesh that’s enthralling, but also the Gurus who are highly knowledgeable that makes your journey even more worth it. Dr. Das is always available to make you realise your potential and push your limits and Sonu ji has been an amazing guide in teaching the right techniques for posture/asana corrections. The entire experience leaves you mesmerised and you’re sure to return with a happy and peaceful mind.

Fabulous experience, Patanjali's warm and welcoming environment made me feel at home and it does have a team of some great teachers. Sonu ji with his passion for hatha yoga, Mandeep ji with his captivating talent in music and meditation and Simon ji whose vast knowledge from yoga sutras to Ayurveda made the learning process very immersive. And finally Maharaj Jitendra Das with his calming and nurturing presence added harmony and balance. A big thank you to Negi ji whose culinary delights kept us well fed and made me change my views on veg food being bland. Do try his homemade Aachar. Give it a Go!

One of the most amazing experience in my life. Teacher training in 2016 with corsican group. Cosy and clean bedrooms, food awesome (best vegetarian food in the world, I miss it so much), kind people, activities with trek, wild life, nature, ganga meditation... A Peaceful place you don't want leave... Thanks to Jitendra and all the staff of the Ashram.

My experience at PIYF was life changing, I feel blessed to get this opportunity to do this training. The vibe at the ashram is just soo positive and the it’s kept very clean. I would totally recommend PIYF to anyone who’s looking forward to do any yoga training. Thank you sonuji and Jitendra ji for teaching each Asana to perfection.

It was a Great experience! The Yoga teacher training program is something that any Aspiring yoga enthusiast or teacher must complete from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation. Excellent training and a great atmosphere to learn and practice Yoga.

This school is great!!! It was amazing body, mind and life changing experience with Dr.Das. Highly recommend it to everyone who really want to live healthy, active and positive life.

My experience at PIYF was extremely enriching and enlightening. The place, programme, teachers and facilities are excellent. The structure of the programme is well paced allowing enough gaps and time for yourself. The personalised attention by the teachers and staff was exceptional. I highly recommend this ashram for anyone who wants to truly learn and experience the Patanjali and Hatha yoga teachings in its truest form!

I visited Patanjali Yoga Foundation in November 2019 at the recommendation of a friend. I only had a few days in Rishikesh, so my stay was short. Still, even in that short time I had profound learnings that have since reverberated throughout my life. Founder Jitendra made all of my travel arrangements seamless after my plane landed. There was no room left to lodge in the ashram, so I stayed at a modest hotel 3 minutes away down a foot path. I was provided with communal meals, all the yoga I wanted, guided breath work, meditation, and time with Jitendra to discussed his approach to yoga practice and philosophy. The building is set back from the Ganges on the western side within a 5-10 minute walk from the Lakshman Jhoola rope bridge. It’s a tall building, and the top floor yoga room has beautiful panoramic views and a roof deck. I left with a mission to explore this approach within my own practice and to share my learnings with others. Rishikesh is a magical place, and this ashram offers a rich and meaningful.

I definitely recommend staying here. I stayed at this Ashram for a week and really enjoyed it. They were actually closed for vacation when I wanted to stay and they opened up their home for me and also created a custom program for me. My program included 2 yoga/ breath classes each day with a meditation and an hour of yoga philosophy. I was blown away by depth of the knowledge that the facilitators had. I learnt so much while I was here. My stay was outstanding as well! The place was sparkling clean, the food was AMAZING, and I could have a hot shower daily. I came during the winter and they had let me know that the water was heated from solar energy so there might not be hot water all the time but I never had any issues. Most importantly I felt safe staying here. The staff was like a little family. One night, one of the guys that was also staying here wasn't home before they locked the gates for the night and one of the staff members stayed up and waited for him and even offered him food when he got back. I definitely recommend staying here for at least part of your time in the Rishikesh area!

I came to Patanjali International Yoga Foundation looking for a place to do Yoga Teacher Training which offers an intensive, holistic program: and that is exactly what I found here in the 200 hours YTT. Thanks to all our teachers and masters we learned about Hatha Yoga as well as Ashtanga Yoga, we gained knowledge about pranayama, bandha, mudra and kriya, and we also had anatomy, philosophy and history lessons. In the evening we had different meditations as well... It was indeed enriching. The rooms are very nice and comfy as well, I enjoyed my stayed on the second floor with a gorgeous view. And on a special note: the food is soooo good! They are based on yogic and ayurvedic diets, to which the put a lot of effort, consideration, and planning, which results in a perfect, freshly cooked and nutritious meal every time. My personal experience her was one of big growth, develop and fulfillment. It has also been a bit of a (positive) challenge as well. I am taking so much wisdom and knowledge with me, and experiences and conversations which will remain present my whole life, and which I hope to be able to share and spread wherever I am. I am so, so thankful to everyone who was part of this experience. Not only the great yogis, gurus and teachers, but also my classmates, with whom we developed a beautiful friendship. Namaste.

My name is Judy from Philippines, this experience is one of the best that I had. I am very lucky to have a great masters in my yoga practice, Dr Jitendra Das, Prem, Simon, Dr Sumit and Sonu. I m very proud being one of their students. I find peace in this place of Rishikesh. I love the food and I wish to come back again.

I ma Yanny from Philippines, Manila, I spend wonderful 3 weeks here at Patanjali Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India. Its my first time to attained a personal yoga training and I would say, I gained as much from spending time with such wonderful people from the opportunity to be here and be part of my life and their too. This part of my life was immeasurably in unusel ways and it felt much more meaningful specially when sharing the days with my yoga masters. Salute and great respect to my Teachers Dr Jitendra Das, Simon and Dr Sumit, Mr Prem and Sonu. You all fill the classes with knowledge, skills and passion. My gratitude for all your patience, kindness and love. May peace and happiness be with you always.

Halo and Namaste. Jitrinda. As you said Times will go fast and it did. When I was booking this course I was happy it is for three weeks, but when i was in progres I wished it was for four. Thanks again for your hospitality, support, good words every day and hugs. I came at PIYF in bad state, stressed, angry, hurted and loved by strangers. I left relaxed and comforted. I am much appriciated for this great feeling being home away from home. You have created wonderful place and all people working there were absolute pleasure to meet. In Times when  money, Time, and look are the greatest value, I found place to stop and look into myself. Thank you for being there when most needed. Highly appriciated I hope to be back to Rishikesh, Warm feelings from Ireland

This is very good place to learn Traditional Hatha Yoga is taught at PIYF. You can practice asana, pranayama bandha, Kriya etc. Each Techniques are taught précised and so that you can develop the foundation of Hatha Yoga practice.

I would like to start by saying that dreams come true! If you really want something, sincerely and with love, all barriers disappear, and the Universe opens its doors. So here I am, in Rishikesh, in Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Ashram , taking Hatha Yoga training course. I have been dreaming about it for 7 years! When I saw my Guru ji first time, I knew that we would meet again. I am impressed by a high professional level of this school. It will be hard to find something similar elsewhere! The atmosphere here is incredibly warm and friendly. Food is delicious. Accommodation is perfect. And the main treasure is people surrounding you. Thank you so much! You will always be in my heart!

I leave with the memory of a wise and qualified teacher, an environment where being thousands of kilometers from your house make you feel at home. A very comfortable and pleasant place with delicious food and chapatis. From the ashram you can feel the energy of the beautiful Himalayas and a few minutes of you will find the holy Ganga river. But above all I am left with that energy of friendship that is created thanks to the enthusiasm and love that they put into their work that in the end is their lifestyle. Thanks Patanjali for making me feel at home, thanks for the knowledge.

Hi I am Stefani and I just finished my Yoga Teacher Training at Patanjali Yoga Foundation and I would like to recommend this experience. This is one of the yoga halls, the teachers are very professional and always available to answer your questions. The room are simple, clean and well equipped with hot water, lockers and all you need. The ashram is well located, close by the Laxman Jhula bridge and with a nice view. This is another yoga hall in the rooftop where they serve the meals. The food is organic and very tasty. This is the terrace where you can practice or relax with a nice view and a nice breeze.

I did the two-week Yoga and Meditation retreat at PIYF and my time there was much better than I had expected: I had expected to go somewhere where I would be mostly relaxing, learning the asanas, and getting a bit more of the 'cultural experience' but actually I got so much more than that. The staff is very friendly and willing to go beyond what is 'their job' (for example going on walks with the students, out for lunch, and even having improv music sessions!), you can really bond with them. I would say that the biggest strength of PIYF is that they teach what yoga is really about (theory and practice) - the knowledge and expertise present is invaluable. If you are a dedicated, open-minded student seeking to grow, I am sure you will learn very much and be happy with your experience at PIYF!

I participated in two weeks long Yoga & Meditation Retreat in August 2019. This foundation is serious about providing good Yoga teaching. I was lucky to be taught by teachers who knew exactly what they were talking about. Beside Yoga positions, a class on Yoga Philosophy was taught by Yogi Simon Gill. The quality of this class was beyond my expectations...but one must have a complete open mind to appreciate Yoga science. Prem Arya is another awesome teacher. One day he could become a World class Yoga Therapist. He diagnosed mine & some other participants body condition & recommended Yoga positions....and they worked!

I had the most amazing experience receiving my training through this program. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to deepen their yoga practice in the correct way while also connecting to deeper levels of the self and universe. Truly forever grateful.

Great teachers, with professional attitude and focused on proper alignment and prevention of injuries. Facilities are well maintained and clean. Can only recommend this school!

I completed the 200 hour YTT in February 2019 and absolutely loved my experience in PIYF! The teachers are kind, always helpful and available any time to answer our questions. Dr Jitendra is a passionate teacher of Ancient Hatha Yoga, constantly sharing his wisdom and pays a close attention to all his students. Sole Carbone is a kind, generous and highly inspiring teacher who shared her knowledge in Anatomy classes. Prem ji is a great practitioner and taught us about Pranayama, Bandhas and body alignment. Finally Yogi Simon Ji led very interactive classes of Philosophy of Yoga. The place is clean, ideally located in the mountains, the food absolutely delicious and the staff very friendly. I'm very grateful about the experience and highly recommend PIYF.Namaste.

Great overall experience at PYF. It can be really overwhelming choosing a yoga school in Rishikesh (this was my second time studying here), but I can say I recommend this school! I did the 2 week yoga therapy and Ayurveda course. It was a small group of students (12) which made it a pleasant learning environment. We all knew each other well and everyone was experienced, wise, and kind. I can say the same thing for the instructors. Even though much of the material was a review for someone who already has their 200 hour, there is still room for growth and interesting lessons that I wouldn’t have learned somewhere else. My only complaint is that all of the instructors were constantly contradicting each other. We would learn one thing in one class, and in the next class another teacher would say the opposite. If you are able to listen to your own inner guru then this school is right for you. If you need more guidance, stay away. But let me tell you...the food was AMAZING. The accommodations were beautiful. The location was perfect. And many rooms even have a terrace... wow thank you everyone at PYF I wish you the best. See you again someday.

I did 200 YTT course in February 2019, and overall I was very content. The main asana practice with Dr. Jitendra Das was really exceptional. After 3 weeks of daily intense practice  my body got so open, flexible and felt so good  as never before.  I also  liked very much yoga philosophy classes taught by Yogi Simon Gill, who introduced to us complex notions of yoga science in a very well structured, clear and very interesting way. The living conditions were simple but fine. I loved the food, it was exceptionally well cooked, yummy, and I never got food poisoning. I thought that pranayama class taught by Prim could be more advanced. And lastly, I found the uncertainty of daily schedule a bit confusing. However, these were   minor things.

I studied at PIYF in Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda from March 15 to March 30, 2019. It was a great time when I studied and lived in an ashram. The atmosphere of friendship, love and kindness was here. Thank you, Dr. Jitendra Das and Tatiana for the knowledge they gave me. I love you. Thank you very much.

Namaste everyone. My name is Luisa. I come from Albacete, Spain. The Patanjali Yoga Foundation makes me feel in family and at the same time it is a very proffesional place. The facilities of the ashram are in perfect conditions for a healthy and nice yoga practice. The ancient yoga teachings provide a clear vision on what yoga is really. And the surroundings, customs and culture create an amazing experience.

Namaste, My name is Jose Antonio, I'm from Canary Islands, Spain. I knew the PIYF at internet because I was loocking for the ancestral aspects of the yoga. My first contact with the school was in Lliria, Valencia, were I knew the Dr Das. Once i finished my first course, I decided to came to the school in India, which is located at the gates of the Himalayas in the cradle of the yoga. The environment is fabolous, the work that we do at PIYF is so deep, and the food is very tasty and healthy. Finally, after doing the yoga teacher training I found what I was loocking for, because it is a very complete yoga where you practice Asana, Pranayama, Mantra, Meditation and you learn the philosophy of the yoga. The schedule is very good organize and also is a very good discipline. Honestly, I'm very happy with the school.

PIYF forever has a special place in my heart! This is the place I chose to complete my first yoga teacher training 4 years ago and it has given me a very comprehensive understanding of yoga as a holistic healing science. I picked it as I wanted something more authentic and disciplined than other ashrams around the area. It was the right choice and I left with a strong foundation to continue on with my yoga journey. 4 years later Im back for a second time for more inspirations and the program has gotten even better! Dr. Jitendra personally looks after us and his team of very knowledgeable teachers and kind staff puts so much heart and effort into every details of the program. I particular loved the very detailed hands on adjustment lessons with Prem and yoga theory classes with Simon (who is the best yoga philosophy teacher I have ever met). Energy anatomy theory with Sole was also very insightful. Not to mention Sony the TA whos always present and helpful. The food here is always fresh and delicious (I miss it already!!) even though I ate so much I felt healthy and happy. Cant wait to come back again soon. Thank you PIYF for making us into better teachers!

Personally I loved my yoga teacher training experience. At this magical place I met so many beautiful souls, some of them which I know we will meet again for sure!!! The Ashram: While my stay, the ashram is under construction, so sometimes during class it was kinda noisy with the construction. and it was a bit dusty. BUT I have to say, the staffs tried their best to kept it clean and neat for us. AND I had a chance to look at the new Rooftop. AMAZING mountain view and can't wait to go back for a meal there. I would be great to handout at the new rooftop for star-gazing at night Or sun bathing during the day!!! The Food: REALLY good food healthy, delicious, easy to digest, tasty food. especially appreciated for occasional sweets and fruits. The Teachers: I really enjoy morning yoga class with Dr Jitendra, with his guidance I feel like I could hold my posture longer, and I see improvement everyday. Yogi Simon ji was able to make philosophy fun and easy to understand for us. Love having Sole Carbone from Canada as our anatomy teacher, a new way to see how our body works and how it was all connected. Well, as for Prem ji, I wish he was more strict on us in adjustment class, I felt like we could have go thru more asanas. The Ceremonies: Personally I like all ceremonies we did with Mandeep, I was able to have my mala and statue of shiva blesses during the maha shivaratri ceremony, which made it more scared and special for me! The meditations: For me I think there was a bit too many different techniques of meditation being introduced in such intensive course. I would actually prefer to focus on a couple and really mastering it. BTW, We did a full moon meditation by the Ganga, which was one of my favourites. Overall I enjoyed my times in the ashram. Much appreciation to all staffs working at the ashram: Sonu ji, Amit ji, and the kitchen team Tip for upcoming student: do read course material on your free time, it will make your life easier

My experience with this Yoga Teacher Training was life changing and hard to capture in words. It was an extremely challenging experience, in the best way! (To be clear, this review is in regards to a satellite program held by Dr. Das in Canada, not at the ashram in Rishikesh). The teachers helped me achieve and understand things I never thought possible. It amazes me how much I learned (and retained) in such a short time. Our teachers were incredible and I cannot thank them enough for their guidance, wisdom, understanding, approach, etc. They truly live what they teach and continue to be an inspiration to me daily. Not only did I experience an immense period of growth during the course, but am still experiencing continued learning and rapid growth in the days following the course as I continue to practice, reflect, and study. This growth has not only been within my physical practice, but mental/emotional/spiritual wellbeing as well. The facility was wonderful and the food provided was delicious and nourishing. The participants in our group forged strong relationships and were extremely supportive of one another. The teachers created a welcoming, safe, and supportive atmosphere that allowed us to flourish. They challenged us appropriately and were very aware of the various physical levels of our group and catered to that diversity while maintaining appropriately high expectations of students. I would recommend this course to anyone who is considering it. While it is very rewarding and exciting to attain certification, the experience is so much more than getting that piece of paper!

I highly recommend Patanjali International Yoga Foundation. My training was exceptional, the teachers who taught me were very professional, knowledgeable and yet very warm which added value to my overall experience. Dr. Jitendra Das puts his heart in his teachings and the well being of his students. The program was well structured, my training did include Anatomy, I did not feel I lacked in any area in fact I appreciate that I was able to learn and retain so much due to the quality of professionalism of this school. Being an Ashram experience, expect comfort, clean space to learn, sleep and practise. Freshly cooked meals every day, study material to guide during your training is also provided. Be mindful and prepared to harvest the fruits of your hard work. No real transformation is ever possible if you don't devote yourself to what you came to learn. Everything in this school is designed to provide you with the best. I am grateful and cherish my experience at Patanjali. AUM Namah Shivaya

I lived an exceptional experience with PIYF, Dr. Jetendra Das was very generous in sharing his deep knowledge and experience with us. professional and loving teachers and atmosphere .. I will definitely come back for more courses and retreats! The food is very delicious and healthy , rooms very clean with amazing view. All the love for PIYF teachers and staff..

Namaste! My heart is full of gratitude and love, my mind is full of awareness and knowledge and my body is full of vitality and energy as I write this review and the reason for all this ie Patanjali International Yoga Foundation. I did my 100 hours Yoga Therapy and 200 hours Yoga Teacher's Training there from the period of 14th Aug 2018 to 29th Sept 2018. I am writing this review deliberately late because I wanted to understand and know how much of my learning from the Ashram I can impliment in my daily living and I must say the discipline with which Dr. Jitendra Das taught me has helped me to carry my practice and my teaching in daily life effortlessly. I arrived at the Patanjali International Yoga Foundation (Ashram) straight from Dubai. My last couple years have been incredibly stressed and successful in Dubai. Success was rewardind but stress took away a lot of my physical health and peace. I was sure about my aim of joining the Ashram and pursuing the TTC, and I was certain about my physical health will improve, but little did I know what incredible experiences were waiting for me in my 50 days at Ashram. Growth happens only when you get out of your comfort zone and accept the challenges. And thats exactly what I experienced at the Ashram. I not only learnt Yoga but also learnt great deal about my own self - TTC is a very personally enriching experience if done with the right guidence and that brings us to the founder member of Patanjalali International Yoga Foundation, Dr. Das. Dr. Jitendra Das is not only a great Yoga Teacher but a fantastic human being too. His methods of teaching Ancient Hatha Yoga are disciplined, precise and in deapth. His knowledge of the subject is imppecable and his humility is ever inspiring. When he teaches the Asanas the students not only understands the correct alignment but also learns it's effcets on the body and contraindications too. Dr. Das have structured the training keeping many aspects in mind for the students personal health and how he/she can shape up to be a good Yoga Teacher. The beauty of the course is that euqal empasis and importance is given to teach The Pranayam - Kriya, The Asanas, The Meditation, The Patanjalali Sutras and The Anatomy of the body. This is a rarity in the vast pool of Yoga Schools all over the world. If you are looking for a Yoga School which pays more attention on the fun aspect and are lenient with timing then Patanjalali International Yoga Foundation is certainly not for you. At Patanjalali International Yoga Foundation there are certainly rules and they follow a strict time table - which effects directly on the well being of the students positively, and also, without a doubt, helps create well disciplined Yoga Teachers. I am extremely proud to be part of such Yoga Teacher's clan who have entered the field with confidence and reason behind which is my training with Dr. Jitendra Das. Other facilities at the Ashram are equally supportive and inspiring. The stay at ashram is another big pull for the people who love to live in the company of mountains. Its awe inspiring. Words are not enough to express my gratitude for the time spent at the ashram. Food at the ashram is satvik. 100% vegetarian and very delicious. The house keeping team and the cooks are very loving and helpful. I have earned some great friends during my stay there. I left the ashram with a heavy heart, knowing I am no more a stranger to people here, rather I was one of there Yoga Family Member and I will return again and again ahead in life. No matter which country you are planning to visit from, in my experience, Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is an absolutely correct choice for ancient knowledge of Yoga, enriching experience, safety, good health, inspiring thoughts and unforgettable time.

I had always dreamed of studying yoga in the Himalayas, and against all odds, it happened!The course itself is the best training in authentic, classical hatha yoga I have ever come across, and exemplified the full gamut of what real yoga is; mediation, bandha, shatkarma, mudra, pranayama, philosophy, anatomy, and not just asana... This has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life, and I return to Wales an improved student, and teacher! Thank you so much to everyone who facilitated the course, and shared in its unfolding; we're eternally bonded, not just by the sacred thread, or the communal mantra, but by the joint thought, sweat, and camaraderie of genuine satsang. Never have I been given so much strength, courage, and inspiration from one group of people. My heartfelt wishes are with you always, for all of your futures, you beautiful souls

I attended 200 hours Yoga teachers training at PIYF during Sep 18. An extraordinary institution. The teachers and staff are like Gurus and so helping and comfortable. My each moment there is memorable. Food, accommodation and overall environment of the Ashram was superb. The training schedule is nicely worked out with many outdoor activities. They have transformed me from a simple housewife to a yoga teacher. They are totally professional and PIYF is an excellent Yoga school. My sincere thanks to Dr. Jitendra Das and all Gurus for this transformation. PIYF & Rishikesh are awesome.

Lovely place with very intense course. Dr.Jitendra Das a great Yogi and he sharing with us his experience and knowledge very openly. I Ashram is very clean and peaceful. Food is clean and very simple, easy to digest. I had my 28 days have and feel happy with everything. Thank you for the love and care from all teachers.

Meravillosa experiencia en Patanjali yoga Foundation,immersa en el acenstral estilo de hatha yoga, aqui he encuentrado mi paz, mi fuerzas y mi determinacion!! El lugar es muy bonito y lindo, lo staff atento, eficiente y compartiendo siempre una radiante sonrisa, la comida sabrosa, nutriente y como no biologica y conciente! Los profesores stranmiten profundidad, seriedad y mucha empatia!! Me he quedado embrujada de este lugar,os lo consejo sin duda alguna, probar para creer!!

I’m Meeyoung Kim from Korea. I’m a trainee in 200 hrs Yoga teacher training course in PIYF. I’m spending very special time to experience real Hatta yoga. All teachers including Guru Gi, Dr. Das, are dedicated to teaching traditional Hatta yoga. Curriculum covers overall yoga practice, not only asanas, but also pranayama, kriya, and meditation. Even we sometimes go out to the spiritual places (for example, Ganga river, as you see now) and practice outside. PIYF provides clean accommodation and healthy food. The size of class is around 25 and classmates are from all over the world. I’m very grateful that I have met good friends in the class and certainly keep contact with them many friends. I hope many of you can come and taste of real yoga in PIYF. Thank you!

My experience with the YTT in India and in Canada has been way more than expected. Both, as a student and also working with Dr. Das as a teacher. His vast knowledge, professionalism and great kindness and compassion, are key components to his teaching and his personality. After studying and practicing yoga for over 25 years, I can say that Patanjali International Yoga Foundation honours the yoga tradition and principles impeccably. There is no other place I would go to or I would recommend. PIYF and Dr. Das are a synonym of excellence, care and dedication. A real yoga experience, a real teacher. I am looking forward to more learning and more teaching at PIYF!

I have been dreaming to come to Patanjali International Yoga Foundation for a long time. The key part of PIYF work is a responsible balance in full respect for the ancient traditions of yoga. The compressed curriculum RYT 200 multilateral and cover all the needs of basic yoga education. However, it can be hard sometimes physically, as well as mentally. Ultimately, however, each learning outcome dependents on the personal interest, dedication and motivation. I completed RYT 200 with a strong passion for yoga and eagerness to learn more. I felt safe, open, and learned more about myself than I ever had at home. The warm and friendly staff members always ready to help. The rooms are clean and well-appointed, feel even a little more at home with an inspiring atmosphere. I would like to note that PIYF follows to certain ashram traditions. This place should not be regarded as a yoga resort or hotel, as specific. Keep in mind that you will require a certain willpower and self-discipline to immerse yourself in a new learning environment. I am grateful to Dr. Das and PIYF for understanding, intelligence and wisdom. The knowledge you have imparted to me plays an important role in my life.

It is really a nice experience to study Ancient Hatha Yoga at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation for a month. Everything here are all around ancient atmosphere. Beautiful building with neat & clean room, vegetarian food is delicious, clean and hard working staff, many mysterious God sculptures in the Ashram. When I met my Indian yoga instructor he taught me ancient yoga a month in China, I am so interested on it and want to study more in Rishikesh, I ask him if he can recommend me a good teacher to study ancient yoga? He only recommended Dr Jitendra Das of Patanjali International Yoga Foundation to me among too many schools here. Through the study here, I learned the 7 limbs of Hatha Yoga, 8 limbs of Patanjali sutra, a lot of things attract me to study more and more......I have found the answers of Mantra, Banda, Mudra, Kundalini & Satchakras, dhyana, Asana and etc from Dr Jitendra Das. Beautiful Ganga River, Himalayan mountain and Sannyasini’s cave are all very deep impressive on me.

Studying yoga at PIYF is definitely one of the most amazing experiences in my life. A great teacher-student communication, well structured educational program that gradually covers all basic aspects of yoga teaching and self-practice process, effortless and warm environment in the ashram, helpful and friendly staff and amazingly delicious fresh sattvic food that was prepared with love every day. All these made my stay and yoga experience outstanding! Besides all practical factors, that's a really great place to dive into your own practice, to reconnect with your higher self and start/continue the wonderful life-long journey of self exploration!

I have had a wonderful experience during my two week retreat at the Patanjali Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India. Dr Jitendra Das has a Wealth of knowledge which is shared both in and out of the Yoga shala. We also had unconditional support and guidance by Veronika. In between gaining invaluable knowledge and applying a strong yoga practice my belly has been filled with the most delicious, warming food cooked right here at the ashram. The staff are all very kind and helpful. Overall lovely experience and highly recommend for those wanting to advance their practice.

I am Adriana from Romania and living in Japan and I joined the 200 hours program in February 2018. "My 200 hours yoga training program was a great experience, I really enjoyed the program although it was very intense. The teachers were very well trained, well prepared and gave plenty of advice. The morning lessons were very organized and structured. The afternoon class was very energetic. I also liked the city, Rishikesh is a very special and spiritual place, nice meeting place for people from all over the world, the city has good Ganga river view and nice shopping and eating places. I particularly enjoyed the beach area where we practiced sometimes. Also I enjoyed the food served in the center as well as the food outside in local, it is a great experience for Indian food lovers. Especially the vegan cakes served in the cafes all over the city. "Overall it was a great experience and I am planning to come again".

Namaste! I’m Oscar, I’m from Colombia, and I’m taking a teacher training course of 200 Hour in Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, It has been a enrich experience for me about personal growing and deep knowledge of yoga. I have known the roots of Yoga and its function for the society. Rishikesh is a beautiful place where you can see the context and where of the yoga.

I have enjoyed my time at the Patanjali International Yoga Foundation and would recommend its programs to anyone serious about growing their personal practice or honing their skills as a yoga instructor. I did a lot of research prior to registering for its 300 Hour RYT course. I feel confident that PIYF offers much more that the typical 300 Hour course. There is a strict schedule and code of conduct, but this ensures that one can absorb a lot of information in a relatively small amount of time. Subject matter is not restricted to mere asana practice: programs here also include chakras, mantras, mudras, dhyana, Ayurveda and more. While its programs are rigorous, PIYF also offers opportunities to relax, go on excursions or visit the surrounding area so that you don’t feel like you’re missing out on the Rishikesh experience. As a side-note, the food is amazing! It’s always cooked fresh, is flavorful and the cooks harvest the veggies from their very own garden. Overall, my time at PIYF has been wonderful and I would happily recommend it to anyone desiring to take their practice to the next level.

Hi, I’m Maria from Ukraine and I live in Czech Republic for four years. The decision to come to India for yoga retreat was spontaneous and I was waiting for a hint. And it came. I was not looking for some other school or some global research of yoga schools. Just knew I’m going to the right place. It was true when the first evening we (people who practically don’t know each other) sang Om for the first time. It was absolutely magic moment. They say it’s a special place. Indeed Tapovan village from sanscrit means “the forest of spiritual practice”. There is a special energy not only thanks to holy Ganga and Himalayas but also to people coming here. They want to be better and help others to improve. The ashram is very clean and the food here is delicious.

Under the care and guidance of Dr Das I have learned not only how to properly facilitate and adjust students in a yoga session, but also how to personally release historical barriers, live in the present, and adopt a yogic lifestyle. The comprehensive course here at PIYF has fused ancient text and modern day living into a thorough, easily adaptable experience and I look forward to return for another course in the present future. Dr Das, Amba and staff: A profound THANK-YOU. Before my time here I only knew the name of one Sanskrit word: Namaste which only one other person would speak in my rural town. I am gratedul for the physical, intellectual and spiritual advanced that I have evolved into, under your guidance. I return home a man of peace, love, harmony, and grace a found self that will continue to evolve into a most-beautiful yogic life. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Namaste. ~Miguel Eguia, USA

From the first moment when I entered into the ashram Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India I liked it. The philosophy about yoga, the practice asana, Bandha, Kriya, Pranayama and mudra also practicum, the rules and discipline, everything in general I liked so much. Finally I found a yoga Teacher training centre as I always imagined it should be. Theory was well explained and getting to know the reasons behind. Practice from the base, knowing how to each and every asana with all details such as which counter pose, complementary pose and relaxation pose are needed after an asana. Rules, very important for me. Discipline, my life without it would be a kaos. For me there was a before and it has been an after. My grateful feeling from the heart for all the teachings shared at the foundation. Thanks a lot. By the way food and staff were excellent.~Maria Rosa-Spain

I have not enough words to say thank you to Yoga teachers and team of Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India and to Russian Yoga Teachers . To thank to all the people who make possible the course, to thank the place Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India and the universe for meting Amba Dugo and been able to have such an experience. I feel that it has been an important moment of my life. I take all those teachings very deep inside my own being. I am going to carry on with the discipline, essential. I love the place, the food, the practice on the Ganges was wonderful and the trip, of course. For me everything is perfect. NAMASTE.

An amazing and very enriching experience at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India and with Russian Yoga Teachers which is interesting to learn with them. My experience of yoga Foundation Rishikesh India is unforgettable. I have learnt a lot in such a small period. I would try to keep practicing and teachings from each and every one who took part of this Yoga Teacher Training Course Rishikesh India. If only one of them would not be there (counting myself) Nothing would be exactly the same. Thank you Amba, Dr Jitendra Das and the team who related with ashram for transmitting your knowledge and your experience. I feel really grateful to you and to life itself. Blessing for everyone. Namaste. https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com

My experience doing the 200hrs YTT at PIYF Rishikesh India was better than expected. So much knowledge acquired in only 21 days. I learned so much about alignments on asana, about corrections and how to structure a proper class focusing on energy centres and keeping a good flow and balance. Met so many lovely people, the nicest staff, the best teachers and had some tasty satvic food. During the teacher training at Patanjali Yoga Foundation you get the chance to experience the ancient style of hatha yoga, not only with your mind but with your whole being. Practicing kriyas, pranayamas, mudras and eating satvic food. Practicing meditations and asanas your body feels the difference. It surpassed my expectations by far. Great job and congratulations to everyone that helped this experience become true. Thank you for all the knowledge, it was such a pleasure spending this time with you. Keep up the great work. https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/#

Staff is amazing, friendly, nice and kind at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India. Russian Yoga Teachers group was amazing and interesting to learn with them. Morning Yoga lesson with Dr Das was always really good, I liked a lot. Theory classes were really interesting and live practical which is given be Dr Das of Yoga Foundation. The food of ashram was amazing which is really cooked with love and consciousness. The atmosphere of Yoga Ashram and yoga class was really good. I think I learned a lot even in a very short period of time. I like Patanjali Yoga style, I feel that it´s my style. In conclusion I liked everything. Thank you so much. I am sure I will see you again for more training. https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/#

The course Yoga Teacher Training at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India has felt really good and very well created according to the days we had. I had an injurie at home in Spain before coming to Rishikesh India, so I go back with a lot of willing to come back with my shoulder injurie fixed and a higher English level to understand international yoga teachers of Yoga Foundation. I will work on it. The food of ashram was amazing which is really cooked with love and consciousness. The atmosphere of Yoga Ashram and yoga class was really good. About the Yoga Teacher Training course and the ashram Patanjali Yoga Foundation Rishikesh is everything really good. https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/#

I had a wonderful experience at PIYF for 300hrs Yoga Teacher Training course. Dr Jitendra Das is a ver dedicated Yoga teacher, a wonderful human being, and has always been focused towards the growth of his students. His teaching style always make students interested in learning yoga asana, pranayama, kriyas, bandhas, meditation, etc. Ms Amba Dugo, an associate and teacher of PIYF has always been helping not only me but every student in correct postures and has been answering any queries. She is also a wonderful teacher. Since I joined the course, I started improving day by day in performing asanas and learnt about anatomy of human body and effect of yoga and meditation on physical and mental body. In theory class Dr Das explained everything in such a way that I got thousands of answers which weren´t explained to me before. I thank Dr Das, Ms Dugo and their supporting staff for the love, affection and respect accorded to me. I highly recommend PIYF to anyone who is interested in learning yoga.

First of all Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is not for people that just want to have fun. It is very serious work. You actually learn what yoga is all about. So if you are looking for fun only, this is not the place for you. I love the teaching. It can be strict at times but that really helps to improve. The food here is outstanding and very healthy which give you this magical transformation of body and soul after four weeks of intensive training. Jitendra and Amba are excellent teachers and all sessions are great not only for personal improvement but also for teaching itself. It is also not a bootcamp. It can be tough at times but we always laugh and enjoy the improvement. A new chapter has just began.

I was looking for the traditional hatha yoga I had studied in my teens and was very happy to find the perfect place for this. It was amazing to be in India and to stay at a safe place where the room, board and classes are well provided. I learned so much and in addition to a thorough intro to yoga practice and theory, enjoyed the helpful staff and the truly international group of students who attended. http://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/index.php

I think so I really enjoy my training with Pantanjali International Yoga Foundation. We were really well taken care of during our time there. Also, teachers were really there for us to help us go further in our practice and evolve in the path of yoga. It was an amazing training to help us improve, but also a life changing experience. There is definitely a different me that went out of this Ashram. To help the school improve in return, I would say that it would have been even more amazing to hear more about the point of view of Dr. Jitendra Das. I think he experienced many things in his life, and it would have been really constructive to hear him philosophize on his teaching. Go a little bit out of the text. To finish with, the only thing that missed a bit of organisation and de facto was hard for me to understand was the anatomy classes. I think this part could be rethink.

The Patanjali Institute is in a wonderful location: easily accessible and close to amenities. The building itself is beautiful, bright and clean. The teachers were top notch and much of the teachings have been implemented into our daily lives. The yoga classes were challenging and the teachers very helpful. The food at the ashram was so good and each meal was prepared thoughtfulness and love. Would recommend to anyone and everyone to open themselves to the teachings and the experience.

It's very rare to find a Yoga Teacher Training programme which delivers true authentic Yoga. That works on all levels of the human system. I am very happy I found this Yoga Foundation and now I will be able to confidently and with clarity to teach this Yoga where ever I go.

My experience in Yoga Teachers Training course has been really positive and enriching. Dr Das you have been very generous with my teaching that will best forever' much warmth both peers and the entire staff of the ashram. Now I have the task of putting into practice what they have learned and all their knowledge. Thank you very much!

Thanks for all course days; you have been taking care of us. Thank you for all the lessons you taught us, knowledge you shared. The past four weeks had been unforgettable experience in my life. I feel so lucky to study here and having you a yoga teacher. I came here to study yoga; I'm going home with happiness, positive energy's in my heart. Something I have never expected. May be because of the Ganga or May be it's the good energy. We (all students) shared with you and you to us. Please tell all the staff and uncle for all their work, cooking and taking care of us. I'm thanks full for the entire universe that brought me at Yoga Foundation and having you as my teacher.

My days in the foundation were beautiful! An Unforgettable experience! Facilities were very comfortable and excellent. Very healthy and varied news but the best was all the information provide, this incorporated knowledge are endless. Excellent! Thanks to all the staff, always so attentive and pre disposed. Thanks to PIYf to provide all this knowledge, responsibility and dedication to each and everyone. http://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

When I plan this travel, I never thought how deep and helpful could be this experience. Now after these weeks I have found not only technical aspect, theoretical information was many need knowledge of yoga and me. Try to answer who I'm? Sure next week's many thought will come and will help me in my daily life. Thank you so much for your kindly and homily spoken knowledge and great experience with us. ~~~ Ruben, Argentina http://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

I did my training with Dr Das 3 years ago in Feb. 2013. His teaching urged me to learn more and more and pass the knowledge yoga workshops with Dr Das at my place and my students are very enthusiastic about his teaching. Therefore this year I organized for 9 of them to come to his ashram in Rishikesh. All are delighted. Moreover as Dr Das always proposes new techniques. I again learned extra knowledge and confidence for any students or teacher, PIYF is to be recommended for the deep serous study of yoga, the beauty of the ashram, the cleanliness, the purity and quality of the food and the overall super organization. http://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

I came to PIYF without knowing what was exactly going to be my life like for the following three weeks. All I knew is that I wanted to learn yoga from the real source. I knew I wanted to be safe and feel comfortable. I arrived to PIYF and since the first moment I felt welcomed and at home. The Yoga training is very intense requires the full attention of all your senses. But the effort pays back and more. There yoga is part of the learning. I feel like a new me, a better one, on the right path. The group of students is amazing. The house helpers are beyond kind always ready to help. The food is delicious. Made with love, patience and dedications and always fresh. Dr Jitendra Das is not just on exceptional teacher and human being but also a great host. All the teachers and class helpers are extraordinary. I leave with a heart full of gratitude and knowing that I will return to the Himalayan sun and this beautiful school. Thanks you so much!

I came here to find a healthy way to live my life and to find inner peace. Sometime I had duality with my emotions, confronted to my old and present attachment. I learn a lot about different ways to achieve my goal; I'm on the good way to find what I was looking inside an outside. Yoga was the only moment that I can feel peace in my mind, and now, I know why my experience was over my expectation and the energy of the place grounded me here and now. Hopefully, I will be able to share my passion and knowledge to others in class in my daily life. For sure I see things differently the positive will shine and I will come back for sure to find even more. It's the most organize thing there done for myself. Thanks for everything.

"Dr Jitendra Das from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is highly recomandable as a yoga master, the teachings on yoga are brilliant as you get the essence of what yoga means and how does it work on practitioners if practiced in the good way. You'll get the best quality information, adjustments, corrections, philosophy speches and much more. They save the ancient yoga from the sacred books and sages. The place is neat and clean and it's got very good energy. You'll feel like at home with a very healthy lifestyle which will make you change your mind and keep improving all the corners of your being. Don't read, go and experience it. "

Training has high quality For the many subject and practice, time is short But sufficient Good organized, time schedule Very good basis for a teacher: Set of asana, pranayama, bandha, and mudra Structure for setting a yoga class Yoga Das is friendly, relaxed and work in a good diesoline way I learned many things what I need as a yoga teacher and enjoyed the training very much.

From the start until the end. It has been inspiring, amazing, joyfull, meaning full, and a journey. The structure of the lessons daily is perfect adjustment to try personal level, back ground and capacity. All the theory lessons are valuable, as well as, the other lessons. Personal development in asanas proper set during the 4 weeks. The style of Patanjali Foundation is inspiring and motivating. From the very beginnig I thought ' this will work out good '. No worries about test, exams or other things. Just from day to day practice and follow schedule announcement, so no worries /stress for next day. It got me in the moment. The food, rooms, service, hospitality, are the best and makes me feel at home in PIYF, Rishikesh, India.

The teacher is very professional. He is very accurate in the asana and emphasizing what is the proper way and alignment. The facility is clean and tidy and by staying, eating and practicing at the same place it gives the students a focused and calm experience. A students should join the course while he/she is prepared for good serious and demanding experience and by that getting tremendous benefits.

I'm very please with my stay at PIYF! The accommodation is clean, the food is fresh, good, and the staffs here are very friendly. I came for the Yoga Teacher Training to learn more about traditional yoga. I have been teaching in Canada for 7 year prior to coming to piyf and I must say that I felt like a new student! The course is intensive though. The more you study, the materials of PIYF suggest before arrival, the better prepared you will be. The Dr das is here to teach you. You will be through to use all your senses and truly experience the training come to study, learn. I chose PIYF to continue my yoga studies. I offer to Dr Das, PIYF many thanks, respect and Namaste!! http://www.patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

Thank you so much for your teaching! I have learned a lot of things about body, mind and spirit. Now I much understand about yoga than before. I feel that I have improved the body capacity, how much you gave us (me) the whole progress of small details, timing, limitations, patients, meditation etc. I really appreciate you that your teaching of yoga is really inspired for my BUTEH DANCE skills and it is absolutely endless to study and obeserve it forever. I would like to come back again here to continue study with you in the future. Thank you again!!!

Yoga teacher training programme and the life was great at Patanjali Yoga Foundation!! Although there was a hard course programme. I didn't understand that how the time has passed. If you want to learn about science of yoga from original sources about the asana and about all the other teaching of yoga, or just to develop your knowledge and practice of yoga, do not search for any other place in Rishikesh. I thank to PIYF for providing us a good quality training programme in such a nice warm and clean envirment and also for the hospitality and hospitality of the whole staff of Patanjali yoga foundation! https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

I have re- learnt yoga at Patanjali international Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India. I felt like it home. I find the training very complete. I wanted to do this training for a long time and finely I came and it was even better than I expected. Just thank you and keep doing the same way. Hari om!

When I followed my YTT, We were around 15 Yoga Students. I felt really comfortable at the ashram. The teacher was really present to answer to our questions and help us to push our personal practice a little bit deeper, day after day. I improve my personal skills as a teacher and as students. I met a lot of wonderful people here even if sometime it was intense, I'm really grateful to have been a part of this, thanks to the universe and thanks to Dr Das. www.patanjaliyogafoundation.com

It's my second time at the PIYF RISHIKESH and I still love it as much. The food is good and the staff is really friendly. The classes are intense enough to feel a change in your body and your mind after just a couple of days. The safety into the asana and the evening lesson alignment is the primary focus and adjustments classes. It gives us confidence as teachers. We have enough free time to walk around in rishikesh the shiva temple waterfalls and more. You work hard but you see and feel the improvements ' NO PAIN NO GAIN ' the silent days is such a great inner experience. I would love to do more. Thank you again and see you soon!! Perrine Marais-canada https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

My experience at PIYF is very inspirational. Thank you Dr Das for being such a good Teacher-Your teaching method were very start, precise, dedicated and as promised ' True to the original source of ancient Yoga Style '. I really learned a lot and feel that I have made the right choice coming here completing the teacher training programm here gives me the best foundation to continued my development and study in yoga. I also realy enjoyed the freshly made food and comfortable accommodation. My only complaint would be the temperature-It is so cold at the yoga hall! Perhaps next time I will come back in summer time. Thank you again for everything and and I hope to come back again in the near further. PS: the programm is harder than I expected but very rewarding in the end when finished. No pain, no gain! I appreciate you pushing us to go further and try harder. http://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/index.php

The Yoga course was very comprehensive. It covered all 8 limbs of astanga yoga and seven limbs of hath yoga through extensive reading of original text books and daily practice. The food was very testy sattvika and delicious. The accommodations were clean, private and comfortable. Dr Das was an enthusiastic patient and dedicated instructor with a through knowledge of all aspect of yoga. I feel much more confident with my practice and teaching potential having completed through this course. http://patanjaliyogafoundation.org/index.php

The yoga course has provided me with an excellent foundation to further my practice of yoga and asana in practice. I feel confidence that I can now start practicing to teach to gain experience in this fields. My only wish world has been to be given the opportunity to plan lesson to discuss with teachers and students. I have loved the asana part of the course however; I feel that more engaging lectures on the theory of yoga world have enhanced my experience of the training as a whole this month has been extremely challenging on many levels whether personal or professional. I now understand that the path to Samadhi so not an easy one but is worth a try. Friendly I have very much enjoyed the sattvik food. Many Thanks!!!

I'm glade that on my YOGA TRIP I met PIYF. During the studies I received a huge baggage of knowledge's understand interesting aspect of my own yoga practice and in whole this information helped me to improve my teacher level. I met here a lot of wonderful people. Everybody is friendly and teachers are always ready to answer every question. I like displace because it keeps everybody together special thanks to food master: food is very important aspect when you are studying hardly and ashram's food always gave me strength and good mood. I hope that I will return here for next course.

I had a wonderful time here at PIYF. The food is amazing and the surrounding is clean. Dr Das is an honest, kind and through teacher. His teaching so asana is detailed and excellent! I learnt so much about the importance of life style and alignment. The course is very enriching and comprehensive. Dr Das makes sure that you understand the information logically. I suggest that students be alert and take many notes during lesson because there is a lot to learn. We were treated very well and well taken care of this is a wonders full experience that any yoga should have. Thank you and much love!

I'm second time have because of well structure of teaching, light balance of theatrical information and practice. Thanks this course I am making my personal practice safe and effective and teach my students light and healthy. I'm like at home here, because of friendly students and staff.

When I first arrived I didn't know what to expect. Well I met wonderful people who taught me so much about myself. The classes are really well prepared and the theory classes helped me to go deeper in my practice. During these 3 weeks, I saw a lot of improvements during the asana, physically, mentally but mostly psychologically. Dr. Das is really displin and you can see in his eyes that he went through the same learning process that we so too. So it's not had to completely surrender to trust him. The food was amazing and the rooms were very comfortable. I experienced a lot of purification during my stay but what I'm leaving with is a complete feeling of at peace with myself.

This course has been amazing! So much knowledge and information. It's very well structured. The teacher is professional and he explains and makes it so easy. I'm very grateful for coming here and to have experienced this and to have met all beautiful people. The food and accommodation was way over expectation. The chafe cooks with lot of love! If you are considering different yoga ashram for teacher training, choose this one!!

The comprehensive nature of this course is something. I have not come across before. It is been intense, eye opening, insightful and most of all a true joy to be part of PIYF 01-21 Dec2013. I have been let into a world I just want to go deeper into. A very 3 dimensional practice that encompasses all that I have been looking for all. It is been an incredible three week roller coaster, learning so much, sharing experience, very nutritious food, positive energy all around, I am truly honored!!!

Peace and unconditional love, everything is completed now, are the main points the course brought in my life. I simply have gratitude to the great mountain, to the sun, to the moon, to the holly Ganga river, to the teacher and to the precious cook of PIYF. I feel we are a big family returned again on this planet earth and this experience is a blessing here... Thank you to PIYF Rishikesh India to creating such a great atmospheres.

The course was very interesting. We got much information. The practice was understandings. I have understood how I must make right all position. - Friendly atmosphere - Very good meal - Nice rooms - Very good preparing for teaching.

PIYF is located in Rishikesh, India, which is known as the world capital of Yoga. The energy level of the place and the school is kept very high and positive. The school is in a new building and is very clean and well-organized. Food is freshly prepared and truly Sattvic. Rooms are very clean with attached bathrooms. The daily routine is very structured and no time is wasted. Dr. Das is very demanding as a teacher and course director, but it is because he wants to do full justice to the TTC and transfer as much knowledge to the students as possible in the limited time. He has the interest of his students at heart and spares no pains to make sure that all of us taking the course were fully prepared.

Two years ago my teachers recommended me to visit Patanjali Yoga Foundation Rishikesh to get yoga knowledge from the first hand. I liked it very much and decided to participate the Yoga Teacher Training. I think yoga Foundation is the strongest yoga school. Every day I opend somthing new for me. I'm not flexible but my practice become well. Theory base include the main about practice and for teaching. Everything in India is work with human ego; I thank my teacher for my practice and for my little knowledge about yoga while yoga helps me in my life, in my work, thank you very much to Patanjali yoga Rishikesh India.

On this course I learn a lot of interesting information about yoga, yoga philosophy and complete professional training, very good explanation. I liked everything. I'm very happy to be here. I will be glad to come back here at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India.

There was very good database of information of asana, pranayama, bandha, mudra, kriya and meditation techniques. I am very happy to get deep knowledge on philosophy of yoga. It was very structured and easy to remember it. The team is very helpful and understanding to all the needs of students. Thanks a lot-om shanty!

It was great experience! Just a month ago, my wife and I didn't know anything about how to teach yoga. But now we have lots of technique and knowledge to share with other people. As well as, we gain our yoga skill, mental, physical. We really appreciate it. The service of food was great! We loved it a lot. We realized how much food is important for us. Just several time we ate out, ate restaurants food, it's still vegetarian food but it was so heavy stomach all day, we couldn't digest proper, but PIYF's food was so light and ate a lot, because it was delicious but I didn't feel bad at all. Thank you for the chef for sharing your nice food. Also we loved the walking trip. It was very nice experience and fun. It was idea to go walking trip on day off; otherwise, we became just lazy and slept whole day, thank you for everything!!!!

The Yoga Teacher Training Course has been incredibly valuable experience in everyway. It was so inspire to learn from a real master of Yogi Jitendra das lives and practice in the yogic path and leads by example. He put his heart and soul into his work and into structuring the training, so that we could learn asanas and much more in a very systematic way. The yogic path is a lifetime of work, but I feel ready to offer to other what I have learned here, as I continue with my practice also, the food was spectacular and prepared with real love. Overall, this has been a journey I wouldn't forget and I feel very great full to Jitendra Das and to the Patanjali Yoga Foundation for being such a genuine establishment for the teaching of yoga and Teacher Training. Thank you!! More than ever I'm inspired to continue along the path that you have set out so beautifully for us!

I really enjoyed my one month Yoga Teacher Training Course at Patanjali Yoga Foundation Rishikesh. I got some new information regarding teaching the yogasana and their effects on different part of the body and internal organs. The tracking to the mountains was really fun and the view from top of hill was like earth is talking. The food of foundation we had for one month was pure Sattivika and delicious. I thank our cook who was serving us everyday new dishes. I thank our Yoga Guru Dr Das for all the info and guiding, correcting our mistakes and giving us tips for teachings. Thanks!!

Dr. J Das from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India has crafted a wonderful 200hrs Yoga Teachers Training Course. His teachings maintain the integrity of the Ancient yogic masters. Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is a splendid establishment for any individual to deepen their practice and gain greater insights into the life style of a true Yogi.

I appreciated a lot for the way how I learned step by step with a good thinking method the asana-the way how to teach the asanas. I liked to do the pranayama's and learned more about it the seem for the mudra;s. For not English students I had same difficulties with the lecture and the study of the bodies. I appreciated attitude and a example like a lecture for the group and for me as a students. I have more confidence at myself; to try to begin as a yoga lecture. The food was fantastic! Thanks a

If you look for a serious course, if you are determined to learn and dedicated to your purpose, this is the place to come and to read and practice before you join the class and you will make confidence and awareness and feel all the benefits of yoga coming to you. Learn as much as you can and offer it back to other when you are back home. Thank you for this wonderful internal journey.

I really enjoyed my time spent at PIYF. Dr Das was very professional and taught a great course. I have done little traveling and found this course to be a great way to see some of India, I recommend this course to anyone looking to further their yoga practice, or become certified to teach. The food and accommodation was great.

PIYF is a very new rounded program and i have learned so much in one month! Food was excellent, and the program had great structure! Every day was different and full of information! Dr Das is extremely knowledgeable and I enjoyed my month of YTT at PIYF!.

PIYF provided me with a fantastic training in true yoga practice. Practice, learning in the heart of Rishikesh was an unforgettable experience. Our group was given a very through introduction to yogic philosophy, asana practice and meditation. I loved my time here, Thank you for everything.

I want to say thanks, because the yoga training was wonderful and because thanks to that is the first time in my life that I am enjoying my job! I thought that was imposible! and it is going very well so far, I am having more and more peopel everyday, I already have 6 groups per week.

Im to have found such a methodological course that gives strong and clear basis to practice and teaches. It gives a deep and practical approach and makes concepts very clear, even the philosophical ones. It was very complete and very well structural course.

Tiia, Finland It was intensive training I gained a lot of confidence in my training, sequencing and adjusting. The course opened a lot about philosophy, pranayamas etc. Im very happy that I came here teaching training was really professional. Food was good, facilities were good. I really happy and would recommend this course to others.

I feel very content and satisfied about the course. It was intensive and very challenging for me in many ways. I liked the structural way of teaching asana and now I have a clear idea about create a Hatha yoga class. I think this course provide a good foundation/base for a new yoga teacher. I also appreciate very much that there is good focused on the tradition of yoga and all the Sanskrit scriptures.

It has been a great experience, I never thought I could learn so much about yoga in a month, at the beginning is hard to keep on with the rhythm but as the days are passing fee very comfortable with the yogic life that Patanjali Yoga Foundation offers you during four weeks with the practical and theoretical lesson very well organized so that you can gradually learn and experience with a calm atmosphere and a tasty, wonderful yogic food. After this month I feel ready to teach and I bring with me

I came to india and your yoga course with intention of deepening my yoga practice togather with my family, so we could follow the yogic life style for our new years 2012 with more AWARNESS, PRANA, HEALTH and HAPPYNESS. These areas have all grown in one month. we now have more tools, information, books and inspiration to grow even more! somtimes during the course i feel it is so much to obserb in so sort a time. But your system some how works, to sink the information into my brain. many blessings

I learned a lot this last month about yoga and about my self. I had the desire to come to India and learn yoga. The Patanjali Yoga Foundation shows me the way. The tools of my body, my minds and to my soul. All depends of me and on strong are my desires. The universe so is going to hold me out. I learned that practicing is the only way, and the answers will come. I have to practice to experience. So thank to master. I have my path to follow and i m a better man than when i arrive.

Dr Das's knowledge and experience of yoga and the ancient Sanskrit texts on the subject is powerful. Through out the course i learned a great deal about the ancient system. This knowledge, i believe one would be hard to find on one place in such a short time. He truly has dedicate his life to the art, philosophy, and science of yoga.

I like so much the practical lessons of this course and the intensity of the asanas. Also the chanting and the mudras. The place is so nice and very clean and order and it helps a lot of in the practice. I love the murti of Shiva and Ganesha and the ether spiritual symbols. They create a very good atmosphere and energy. The kriya was also so interesting. May be too much theory in the month, overcome because we have had few time to study all these things. Very interesting the Vedic scripture as w

I m great ful to be part of the select group of students at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation. For the second year in course. I come to learn from my master Dr Jitendra Das. It's always a life changing experience not only about yoga and its practical and philosophical aspect, but also about how to live in balance with body mind, spirit. thanks you for all.

I learned a lot about the classic, ancient roots of yoga, which is why i came to study at PIYF. The yoga shala was a sacred and peaceful place to come each day and sweet, stretch, chant, breath and learn. Dr. Das is very dedicated to the course and his attention to detail shows in every aspect. I especially enjoyed the puja ceremonies, trips to shiva temple, fresh Ayurvedic hebs and cows softly mooing during final savasna. I have learned and grown so much in these few weeks and i feel reedy to

I thank God and PIYF for the opportunity to go deeper in yoga based on ancient texts as hath yoga pradipika, Yoga Sutra. I found the programme and course itself very complete and disciplined, performed by a great yoga master. The course has taught me teachings from kriya and hatha yoga to start my path to samadhi. Om namo shivay!!!

I found Dr Jitendra Das of Patanjali International Yoga Foundation Rishikesh India the first yogi I have come across to be teachings. The full spectrom of traditional practices yogasana, Pranayama, Bandha, Kriya, Mudra, Mantra and Meditation, subtle and gross anotomy with nothing added straight from original Sanskrit text books-A recommended it for serious yoga students from world wide those who wish to learn ancient yoga source to ancient sage. https://patanjaliyogafoundation.com/

I definitely recommend staying here. I stayed at this Ashram for a week and really enjoyed it. They were actually closed for vacation when I wanted to stay and they opened up their home for me and also created a custom program for me. My program included 2 yoga/ breath classes each day with a meditation and an hour of yoga philosophy. I was blown away by depth of the knowledge that the facilitators had. I learnt so much while I was here. My stay was outstanding as well! The place was sparkling clean, the food was AMAZING, and I could have a hot shower daily. I came during the winter and they had let me know that the water was heated from solar energy so there might not be hot water all the time but I never had any issues. Most importantly I felt safe staying here. The staff was like a little family. One night, one of the guys that was also staying here wasn't home before they locked the gates for the night and one of the staff members stayed up and waited for him and even offered him food when he got back. I definitely recommend staying here for at least part of your time in the Rishikesh area!