A Day in the Life at a Himalayan Yoga Ashram: Schedule, Food & Rules

What does a normal day actually look like at a Himalayan yoga ashram? If you are considering a Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, you may have imagined waking up beside the Ganges, practicing yoga in the Himalayan foothills, eating traditional vegetarian food and spending your evenings in meditation. But life at a residential yoga ashram is more structured than a normal yoga retreat. At Yogada, the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course is designed as a 21-day residential immersion in Shivpuri, near Rishikesh. The daily routine combines yoga practice, philosophy, meditation, nature, traditional yogic practices, meals, self-study and community activities. So, what does a day look like? Let's take you through it. Quick Answer: What Is a Typical Day Like at Yogada? A typical day at Yogada begins around 6:45 AM and...