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SPIRITUAL SANCTUARY

25 ACRE SILENT ASHRAM OVERLOOKING MOUNTAINS

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COMFORTABLE & AFFORDABLE LIVING

100+ ROOMS ON RIVER FACING CAMPUS

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LUSH GREEN GARDENS

FOR RELAXING, READING & SUNSHINE

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ANCIENT VEDIC RITUALS

DAILY FIRE CEREMONY SINCE 1964

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HOLISTIC HATHA YOGA

HARMONISE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT

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EXPERIENCE MEDITATION

IN RAJA YOGA TRADITION

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COMFORTABLE ASHRAM STAY

ROUND THE YEAR (365 DAYS)

One Of India’s Oldest Yoga Ashram

Yoga Niketan Ashram Rishikesh was established in 1964 by great Himalayan Yogi Paramhamsa swami yogeshwarananda saraswati. This is a renowned center for yoga and spiritual practices. For over six decades, ashram has been dedicated to spreading the teachings of yoga and guiding individuals on their path to holistic well-being. Our team of experienced yoga instructors and spiritual guides are committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for practitioner coming from all over the world.

At Yoga Niketan Ashram, we believe in the transformative power of yoga to bring harmony, balance, and inner peace into your life. Nestled amidst the serene surroundings of mountains, our ashram provides a tranquil sanctuary where individuals from all walks of life can embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Paramhamsa Swami Yogeshwaranand Saraswati
(A Revered Yogi and Spiritual Luminary)

Swami Yogeshwaranand Saraswati, known as Vyas Dev ji in his childhood, stands as an eminent figure among the greatest Yogis of the 20th century. From a tender age of fourteen, he embarked on a remarkable journey, relinquishing the comforts of a secure home to embrace a life of profound austerity.

His unwavering dedication led him to the majestic Himalayas and Tibet, where he immersed himself in the sacred teachings of the Hindu Scriptures, diligently practicing the ancient wisdom for the singular purpose of attaining self-realization.

Join us in embracing the timeless wisdom imparted by Swami Yogeshwaranand Saraswati and discover the profound potential of yoga and spirituality to illuminate your journey of life and experience the divinity within you.

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Our Signature Offering all over the year (365 Days)

Enhance your Spiritual Transformation with the Power of Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation amidst the serene 25-acre campus in Rishikesh, the renowned yoga capital of India. Immerse yourself in our comprehensive daily program, which includes invigorating yoga sessions, soul-enriching meditation practices, insightful philosophy Q&A sessions, and much more.

At our ashram, you have the freedom to tailor your experience according to your preferences and duration of stay. Choose from our comfortable Airconditioned and Non-airconditioned rooms, providing you with a tranquil sanctuary throughout your stay.

Our offerings are available all year round, ensuring that you can embark on this transformative path at your convenience, regardless of the season. With our dedicated team of experienced instructors and a commitment to providing a nurturing environment, you can rest assured that your spiritual growth and well-being are our utmost priorities.

Join us in this enriching adventure as we guide you towards a harmonious union of mind, body, and soul. Experience the profound benefits of yoga, pranayama, and meditation in the captivating beauty of Rishikesh, where every day is an opportunity for self-discovery and inner peace.

Ashram living experience for spiritual growth and rejuvenation

This program is being offered 365 days in a year. You may choose to stay for as long as you want. We offer a day-wise package that includes three meals, two yoga sessions, two meditation sessions, and various other spiritual activities led by our experienced teachers. Program highlights are


  • Air-Conditioned & Non-AC Rooms Available
  • 3 Meals & Noon Snacks Incuded into Daily Tarriff
  • Hatha Yoga: Twice a day.
  • Meditation: Twice a day
  • Soulful Music (Kirtans)
  • Candle Meditation
  • Spiritual activities

Check Ashram Timetable here - Ashram Daily Schedule


“Experience the Raja Yoga of Yoga Niketan's founder!”
By Jnana Yogi : Direct disciple of Swami Yogeshwarananda Maharaji
Special Programme · February 2027

Sadhana Advanced Class — First Period

Sadhana Advanced Class with Jnana Yogi, Dr. Kazuo Keishin Kimura, 8–14 February 2027 at Yoga Niketan Ashram.

The Wisdom Holder of the “Yoga Niketan” Tradition

Experience the Raja Yoga of Yoga Niketan’s founder!

Swami Yogeshwarananda Maharaji’s Raja Yoga: Asana, Pranayama and Meditation.

By Jnana Yogi, direct disciple of Swami Yogeshwarananda Maharaji.

Programme Dates
8 February (Monday) 2027
to 14 February (Sunday) morning
Venue
Yoga Main Hall
Yoga Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh
Teacher
Jnana Yogi
Dr. Kazuo Keishin Kimura

Daily Programme

Time (IST) Programme / Activity
5:15 AM Wake up
5:30–6:30 AM Morning Meditation
6:45–8:00 AM Morning Traditional Yoga — Asana / Pranayama
8:30 AM Breakfast
12:00 PM Lunch
3:00–4:00 PM Yoga Sutra Lecture & Meditation
4:00 PM Evening Tea
4:30–5:45 PM Evening Yoga — Traditional Asana / Pranayama
6:00–7:00 PM Evening Meditation
7:15 PM Dinner

The programme concludes on the morning of Sunday, 14 February 2027.

Curriculum Vitae of the Teacher

Jnana Yogi / Dr. Kazuo Keishin Kimura

Education & Spiritual Journey

  • Graduated from Tokyo University of Education in 1969.
  • Founded Japan Yoga Niketan in 1981.
  • Received Guru Diksha and the yogic name Jnana Yogi from Swami Yogeshwarananda Maharaji, founder of Yoga Niketan Rishikesh, on 3 March 1982 at Yoga Niketan Rishikesh.
  • Translated Science of Soul in 1983.
  • The supplied biography records a visit to Swami Yogeshwarananda in Kashmir in the summer of 1984.
  • Selected member of the World Health Organization (WHO) Working Group on benchmarks for training in yoga, with the meeting held from 26–28 February 2019 at the Delhi Marriott Hotel, India.

Prime Minister’s Yoga Award — 2019
The event poster describes him as the first winner of the Prime Minister Yoga Award in 2019 and notes 31 August.

Designations Listed in the Programme

  • Representative of Yoga Niketan Japan.
  • President of the Board of Directors of the Japan Yoga Therapy Society.
  • Member of the Board of Directors of the Japan Ayurveda Society.
  • President of the Asia Yoga Therapy Association (AYTA).
  • Founder of the Global Consortium on Yoga Therapy (GCYT).
  • Visiting Professor of VYASA Yoga University (postgraduate course), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Visiting Professor at Amity University, Noida / New Delhi, as listed in the poster.

Professional Activities & Presentations

Lectures & Working Groups

  • Participation in the World Health Organization (WHO) Working Group Meeting on benchmarks for training in yoga.
  • Lecture at the All India Institute of Ayurveda, as shown in the event programme.

Conference Presentation

28 February 2024
8th Asian Cognitive Behavior Therapy Conference at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences.

Publications, Translations & Editorial Work

Authorship

Yoga Therapy Theory: Modern Methods Based on Traditional Teachings of Human Structure and Function. Published in 2016.

Translation / Editorial Supervision

  • Science of Soul
  • First Step to Higher Yoga
  • Science of Bhagavad Gita
  • Promotion of Health for All
  • A Call to Liberation
  • Maternity Yoga
  • Meditation
  • Yoga for Common Ailments

200 Hrs Yoga TTC (Raja Yoga)

Swami Yogeshwarananda Maharaji's Raja Yoga - Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Philosophy
Learn THE WISDOM OF The "Yoga Niketan" TRADITION

Key Points of 200 Hrs YTTC
  • Traditional Yoga at oldest ashram (estd:1964)
  • Unique Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation & Philosophy
  • 200 Hrs Intensive Training
  • Experience of ashram lifestyle
  • 200 Hrs Yoga Alliance Certificate
Book your SPOT by writing to Ashram's Office Email:

5 Days Yoga Retreat Program

This program is being offered from July 2024 to December, 2024. You may choose any program which suits your timing. Yoga Retreat program is for those who plan to fo an immersive 5 days/4 Nights yoga retreat with daily yoga, meditation, excursion, additional spiritual sessions from ashram experts. You can check more about this program here - Yoga Retreat

  • Intensive Yoga, Meditaion & Cleansing
  • Spiritual practices with experts
  • Excursions
  • Staying in Tradiion ashram (estd:1964)
  • Expert Teachers from Tradition

ASHRAM FACILITIES

Airport Transportation (paid extra)
Backup Generator
Meals included into daily Tarriff
Currency Exchange
Laundry Facilities (paid extra)
Parking
Travel Desk
Wi-Fi


ROOM FACILITIES

AC/Non-AC Room
Attached Bathroom
Hot/Cold Water
House Keeping

200 Hours Teachers Training Course

Embarking on a 200-hour yoga teacher training at Yoga Niketan Ashram (estd:1964) in Rishikesh, India is a transformative journey, immersing oneself fully in the ancient art of yogic sciences. Beyond simply gaining certification to teach yoga globally, this experience transcends expectations. Participants acquire a comprehensive skill set for nurturing their mind, body, and soul, while forging lifelong memories, friendships, and invaluable encounters. By successfully completing the course, which encompasses Hatha and Raja yoga, meditation, pranayama, as well as theoretical exploration of anatomy, ayurveda, philosophy, and mantra, your yoga teaching skills will soar to unprecedented heights.

Yogic Lifestyle Retreat

Rejuvenate on the Ganges in Rishikesh, India

We begin the day in the ashram with Morning meditation followed by a specially prepared Rejuvenating Herbal Red Tea to detox the body followed by morning hatha yoga session to open up the body’s energy channels.

  • Relaxing Yoga, Meditaion & Cleansing led by experts
  • Oppoutunity to ask Spiritual questions
  • Session on Ayurveda, Body alignment
  • Satsang - Musical evening
  • Excursions

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

Excellent!

"I stayed here for a week in March 2019. I was on a solo trip. At the end of the trip I felt I made the best choice for stay. Safe and secure, with tidy rooms. Beautiful views. Yoga lessons and food very nice. Ashram conveniently located. Staff most helpful. Will strongly recommend for all types of travellers"

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MAYA
USA

Excellent!

I especially enjoyed their beautiful daily program, specifically the asana classes (2 times per day), meditation (2 times a day for one hour) and lectures (2 per day). You get a room to yourself which I really appreciated. The ashram complex is located very central in Rishikesh.

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Noemi Erlinghagen,
UK

Excellent!

Incredible views. The asanas classes are nice. We had Akash and Sailesh. Both are good. I loved Sailesh evening class. The food is Sattvic and slightly Rajasic (slightly spicy), it’s good. The management is nice. The bungalows are good. The dogs are lovely. Good experience, I would do it again.

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José Manuel
González Márquez

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