Mira Yogashala | Traditional Yoga School in Rishikesh | Yoga TTC & Yoga Retreat

I attended the 7 day retreat and it was a life changing experience. This is a place of not only learning but connecting on an entire different level. The instructors make you part of a family and something larger than just getting your training. After two days, I already miss my Mira family. I will definitely be back. Namaste

My partner and I did the 500-hour yoga TTC at Mira Yogshala, and it was one of the most life-changing experiences we've ever went through! Located in the heart of Tapovan, Rishikesh, just a 5-minute walk from the Ganga and close to shops and cafes. You really experience the authenticity of the place by staying there. It's peaceful and quiet, despite some construction during our stay. We were picked up for free by taxi from Haridwar, where we arrived by train from Delhi. Our room was spacious, clean, and quiet, with AC (extra 100 USD/month), a fan, balcony, and stunning mountain views. Towels, toilet paper, soap, and amenities were provided at no extra charge. It felt like home during those two months, a level of comfort hard to find elsewhere. Special mention to our beloved chef, Raj ji! The food was a highlight! Different dishes every meal, flavourful, filling, pretty healthy, and cooked with passion. We could taste the positive energy in every bite! Raj was excited to share his recipes, and we even had a cooking class with him, which was amazing. As a vegan, I appreciated that they always provided alternatives when dairy was included, without sacrificing flavour or texture. The first part of the course had 11 students, which made it personal compared to other schools that have larger groups. Mira Yogshala felt like a family, with individualised attention and a strong sense of community. We formed deep bonds and supported each other through a challenging yet beautiful process. The second part was just my partner and me, due to last-minute cancellations. A huge privilege for us. We had 100% private classes, allowing us to go deeper into the path. The discipline and commitment required transformed and reshaped our lives in every way. The teachers are highly knowledgeable and translate their wisdom into clear, meaningful lessons, providing a safe space. Each has a unique perspective on yog but they all maintain a cohesive narrative that keeps you on track. We're very grateful for their teachings and energy. My only suggestion would be to include more female teachers. We were lucky to have an amazing woman teach anatomy in the second part, but the first part lacked feminine presence. This seems to be a wider issue in many places here so I can't blame the school but it's something to consider. Asana and pranayam sessions were engaging, energetic, and fun. Our strength and flexibility improved beyond expectations. They helped us believe in ourselves, gently pushing our bodies to new limits. Alignment classes brought awareness into every practical aspect of life. Philosophy, anatomy, and Ayurveda classes were eye-opening and as essential as the physical practice. Meditation classes were always insightful, soothing, and inspiring. The activities were varied and enjoyable! Temples, caves, hikes, waterfalls, Bollywood dancing, movement workshops, beach yog, Ganga arti, sound healing, mindfulness, kirtan... all included in the price! Though not inexpensive, the value of everything included makes it totally worth it. In the West, we'd pay the same or more for a course with half the value so if you feel the call to study at the birthplace of yog, this place is for you! We had minor complaints at times, but Nitesh responded quickly and proactively, with solutions. Communication was smooth, which made everything easygoing and kept our satisfaction high. If you have concerns, talk directly to the team; it'll make all the difference. The whole process humbled us and deepened our practice. We laughed, cried, and grew into better people. But it's not magic! Without commitment, there are no fruits. The real work comes after, with individual practice, consistency, dedication and determination. We're very happy we chose Mira Yogshala and would do it again without hesitation. It was just the beginning of our journey, and we'll definitely return for a visit. We encourage you to study with them! You won't regret it, and you'll come back a whole new person. A big thank you to the entire team! Forever grateful.

Attending this yoga retreat in Rishikesh was truly a life-changing experience. The teachers were absolutely incredible -- so knowledgeable, patient, and inspiring. Every class left me feeling grounded, energized, and deeply connected to my practice. The vegetarian food was fresh, nourishing, and delicious -- loved every meal! The excursions were breathtaking -- from hiking to hidden waterfalls to watching the sunrise from mountaintop viewpoints, each moment felt magical. Along the way, I met the most amazing group of people who quickly became lifelong friends. This retreat exceeded all my expectations in every way. I'm already dreaming of the day I can return -- it's truly a place that stays in your heart.

Hi, So I went for the 7 days retreat programme at Mira Yogashala and I just don't have words to describe how good of an experience it was. I never thought I was capable of really knowing myself and yet I did. The retreat included stay, food, outings, yoga, meditation, dance sessions and many more things. Thank you Prince and Nishtha for taking me to a world where I really thought I belonged. I got so much positive about my being. I really enjoyed my trip to secret waterfall and oh yes how can I forget the morning hike for sunrise. These were the best seven days of my life that I spent in Rishikesh and at Mira Yogashala. Once in a while it's good to be with yourself, know yourself and this retreat just did the magic to it. Also I forgot to mention the astrology session. I gained so much insight about myself and my life. Whenever I will go to Rishikesh I will definitely and surely go to Mira Yogashala.

Mirayogashala is just a great place to do your 200 teacher training course! Great food, great facilities, new and clean rooms, smiling and caring staff, and the most important thing - perfect teachers! You also get to go to an excursion every Sunday, and also to get so much extra (sound healing, Kirtan, Bollywood dance, etc). Highly recommended, highly professional!

I loved my experience at Mira yogashala! I had the chance to spend time with Nitesh, the founder of the school, and it is so obvious that he created and built his school with all his heart. He makes sure you feel at home, even though you're far away from everything you know. The staff, the teachers, the cook, everyone working there are really kind. I had the chance to have a room with a view on the mountains, it felt so good to just spend time looking at them whenever I had some free time. The food was also delicious, prepared with lot of love by the cook who was always so happy to introduce us different meals everyday. The teachers are VERY good. They are all really passionate and happy to share their knowledge and experience. They are also really open for conversations and guidance outside the class room. I went there for the 10 days retreat and I will for sure go back for the 200h course. Thank you so much!!!

I definitely enjoyed my first experience in India at Mirayogashala school! Everything was super nice, the teachers, the program, food, communication I've got so many friends, and the most important I've learnt the knowledge, i feel much more confident now, i can do practice by myself and i feel confident to start my career! I feel so grateful for those days, warm moments of my life, for new people from all of the world, and for hospitality of Mirayogashala! I adore it namaste

Really recommend this 200 hours yoga course! Exceeded all my expectations. Amazing teachers, food , accommodations Thank you for everything hope to come back again