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Owner & Teachers Of Rishikesh Yoga Valley

It is the teacher who inspires and elevates the consciousness of the student. Although television, YouTube and social media give us a lot of information but it does not have the ability to lead us toward true knowledge and the real essence of yoga. Our teachers are extremely knowledgeable and experienced and are able to transfer this transmission into the life of the students with compassion, love and continuous support. 

The strength and reputation of our school lies in the strength and quality of our teachers. We have a passionate, honest and humble teaching team with us that are ready to spread and share the ancient wisdom of yoga.

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Growing up in a mountain village in the holy city of Rishikesh, India, Kamal got access to the ancient yoga tradition from a very young age. He completed his basic education & schooling from Rishikesh itself. He found himself drawn to yoga & began living in Jai Ram Ashram for six months in the year 2011, where he got certificated in traditional Hatha yoga. His lifestyle in ashram under gurus built the base of a good personality in him. He gained a lot of discipline, puntuality & love for his practice during this time. Motivated and inspired to learn more, he attended a 200-hour teacher training for multi-style yoga training. Further, he began his everyday practice with his Guru Ravi Ji in Hatha yoga and Pravin Nair Ji in Iyengar style for several years. Finally, he completed his higher studies in M. A Yoga post graduation, at Uttarakhand Open University in 2020.

Kamal has a unique style of teaching. He makes every student comfortable in his classes- by not just providing variations to beginners, but by making them believe in their potential. His alignment classes are most loved by the students, which is the most important knowledge when it comes to asana practice. Ensuring safety during practice is his priority. He may be a serious teacher in his classes, but a friendly & down to earth person at the dinner table. He shares many stories about local culture & mountain life. He believes yoga has not just given him flexibility & strength, but a lot of peace, patience & contentment in his life. And he makes sure to speard this joy & hopes for everyone else to find the same along their journey.

Being born in the holy land of Rishikesh, his vision of following the path of yoga came naturally as health and spirituality were always subjects of his interest.

It all then began with doing a Hatha Yoga Teachers Training Course at the renowned yoga School Kevalyadham in Pune and then followed with practice at the Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh.

After completing the teacher’s training in Pune, he got introduced to the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, which made him connect to himself in the deepest way spiritually, his discipline and perseverance helped him achieve mastery over Ashtanga Vinyas Yoga Series 1 & 2 with the strong foundation in Hatha Yoga.

After being a student for more than 5 years he started teaching yoga in the year 2008 in Rishikesh, China, Japan, Thailand & Vietnam and ever since this has become his sole identity, he is well known for his unique way of teaching Ashtanga Yoga by keeping the roots of traditional yoga.

Amit Deshwal aims at educating poor children and is running an NGO named “Happy Faces Foundation”. A dream he sees is for all children to be given their basic right to education in India and is doing his bit by helping the society.

Yogi Amit

OUR TEACHERS

Dr Harshitha

Dr. Harshitha, a BAMS graduate from Rajiv Gandhi University of Medical Sciences, is a dedicated Ayurvedic physician with expertise in holistic healing and lifestyle-based wellness. With experience in treating migraines, anxiety disorders, constipation, and other lifestyle diseases, she specializes in Panchakarma therapies and Ayurvedic surgical procedures like Ksharakarma.

Passionate about both healing and teaching, Dr. Harshitha has guided students in Ayurveda through retreats and wellness consultations. A certified 200-hour yoga teacher, she integrates Ayurveda and yoga to promote a sattvic and conscious lifestyle. Her personalized approach focuses on body-type assessments, diet planning, and rejuvenative Ayurvedic practices.

If you’re looking to deepen your understanding of Ayurveda, holistic health, and plant-based medicine, Dr. Harshitha is here to guide you with knowledge, care, and a listening ear.

Born in Haridwar, the holy city of Uttarakhand, Yogi Jaggi Ji has been connected with yoga since childhood. Growing up in a family of yoga practitioners, he naturally absorbed its values and began his practice with devotion and sincerity. His first spiritual inspirations came from sacred Hindu texts such as the Bhagavad Gita and the guidance of his grandfather, a yogi, whose wisdom shaped his path.

He pursued his academic studies in Sanskrit and later followed his passion at Gurukul Kangri University, Haridwar, where he earned a Master’s degree in Yoga Science. With a strong foundation in both tradition and science, he deepened his knowledge and eventually moved to Rishikesh, the global capital of yoga, to immerse himself further in study and practice.

Seeking wisdom beyond formal education, Yogi Jaggi Ji also journeyed into the Himalayas, dedicating time to sadhana (spiritual practice) and contemplation. His teachings today reflect a blend of scholarly understanding, experiential wisdom, and the spiritual essence of yoga.

Jagjeet Singh Jaggi
yogi rohit

Rohit is an experienced Hatha and Ashtanga yoga teacher who focuses on achieving the right postures with proper alignment and use of props. Having grown up in Rishikesh Rohit has imbibed yoga culture in him from a young age. 

He has been teaching Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga to the Teacher Training students and at yoga retreats across the world for 10 years and continues to be one of the best and well-known yoga philosophy teachers. 

He has learnt and practiced with the finest Hatha and Iyengar teaching authorities of Rishikesh. His methodical, dedicated and disciplined approach to asana practice gives the students an exhilarating experience of Yoga and brings out the best in them.

Yogi Rakesh believes that every moment carries its own beauty, and a simple smile has the power to connect, heal, and calm. With this outlook, he inspires students to see yoga not only as a physical practice but also as a way to nurture inner harmony.

He holds Diplomas in Yoga Anatomy, Philosophy, and Ayurveda, and blends traditional yogic wisdom with practical understanding of the human body. His ability to simplify complex concepts makes his classes accessible and enriching for students of all backgrounds.

Known for his gentle presence and compassionate approach, Yogi Rakesh creates a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore, question, and grow. Through his teachings, he guides practitioners to balance body, mind, and spirit—deepening both their practice and their connection with themselves.

Yogi Rakesh believes that every moment carries its own beauty, and a simple smile has the power to connect, heal, and calm. With this outlook, he inspires students to see yoga not only as a physical practice but also as a way to nurture inner harmony. He holds Diplomas in Yoga Anatomy, Philosophy, and Ayurveda, and blends traditional yogic wisdom with practical understanding of the human body. His ability to simplify complex concepts makes his classes accessible and enriching for students of all backgrounds. Known for his gentle presence and compassionate approach, Yogi Rakesh creates a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore, question, and grow. Through his teachings, he guides practitioners to balance body, mind, and spirit—deepening both their practice and their connection with themselves.

Siddhartha Veer

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With over 16 years of dedicated practice in Yoga, Meditation, and Indian Philosophy, Harish Chandra Ji has been on a profound spiritual journey to discover the true Self. Following a yogic way of life since childhood, he has spent years immersed in deep practice and study at revered spiritual centers like the Himalayas, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.

Under the guidance of esteemed spiritual masters such as Swami Veda Bharati and Swami Dayananda, Harish Chandra Ji has gained extensive knowledge in both the theoretical and practical aspects of Yoga. His teachings focus on the inner transformation—channeling energy inward to experience deep peace, joy, and ultimately, the realization of Truth.

Through his Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Rishikesh, Harish Chandra Ji humbly shares the sacred wisdom of Yoga, inspiring and guiding seekers on their path to self-discovery and spiritual awakening.

Yogi Gopal Chhetri ji was born and raised in the holy city of Rishikesh Uttarakhand, yogi Gopal ji learning and teaching since his teenage and became yoga Siromany in 2010 and has been Bihar Yoga Bharati Institute of Advanced Studies in yogic science, at present yogi Gopal ji in om yoga Rishikesh teaching pranayama and meditation and traditionally Hatha yoga.

yogi gopal

With over 16 years of dedicated practice in Yoga, Meditation, and Indian Philosophy, Harish Chandra Ji has been on a profound spiritual journey to discover the true Self. Following a yogic way of life since childhood, he has spent years immersed in deep practice and study at revered spiritual centers like the Himalayas, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.

Under the guidance of esteemed spiritual masters such as Swami Veda Bharati and Swami Dayananda, Harish Chandra Ji has gained extensive knowledge in both the theoretical and practical aspects of Yoga. His teachings focus on the inner transformation—channeling energy inward to experience deep peace, joy, and ultimately, the realization of Truth.

Through his Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Rishikesh, Harish Chandra Ji humbly shares the sacred wisdom of Yoga, inspiring and guiding seekers on their path to self-discovery and spiritual awakening.

Rakhi Gupta born in metro politan City (Capital of India).  Before stepping in to yoga she was engaged to accounts and finance service in multi-nation company, worked with many corporate with metro politan cities of India.

While working experiences to many physicallyand mentally disturbrb, so get rid of problems started to yoga practice in park & gym, finally left the job and stepped in to academically in yoga so pursed Diploma, master in yoga science , 500 hrs YTTC, then strted to teach the Delhi & world yoga capital – Holy Rishikesh.

Since childhood she was close to the spirituality and found of to go temple,shrine place and doing mantra chanting, meditation & kirtan.
Her expertise for yoga anatomy & physiology, Pranayam, Ayurveda..
So her aim to spread holy yogic consciounsess world wide bring the awareness body and mind, spiritual tranquility.

Harish Chandra

Yogi harish chandra teaching yoga student during yoga teacher training in Rishikesh

With over 16 years of dedicated practice in Yoga, Meditation, and Indian Philosophy, Harish Chandra Ji has been on a profound spiritual journey to discover the true Self. Following a yogic way of life since childhood, he has spent years immersed in deep practice and study at revered spiritual centers like the Himalayas, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.

Under the guidance of esteemed spiritual masters such as Swami Veda Bharati and Swami Dayananda, Harish Chandra Ji has gained extensive knowledge in both the theoretical and practical aspects of Yoga. His teachings focus on the inner transformation—channeling energy inward to experience deep peace, joy, and ultimately, the realization of Truth.

Through his Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Rishikesh, Harish Chandra Ji humbly shares the sacred wisdom of Yoga, inspiring and guiding seekers on their path to self-discovery and spiritual awakening.

Acharya Siddhant, whose root is “Deep in the Spiritual” and his flowering is “Outside”. He left his house for the sake of knowledge after his graduation, Bachelor in Science (B.Sc.). He visited different places for the sake of Spiritual Awakening and finally came to Rishikesh and started his intense spiritual practice near the presence of holy river Ganga and the Himalaya. By the time, he frequently visited different great Sadhus and Yogis to unlock the secret of life and to discover the unique spiritual practices. Those techniques have a very powerful impact on Acharya Siddhant to his spiritual transformation. He spent years with the different spiritual Masters and Yogis in Himalaya and all over India.
In the guidance of great Yogis, he learned and practiced various types of Yoga with proper understanding. Such as: Hatha Yoga, Raj Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Laya Yoga, Tantra Yoga, Kriya Yoga, Dhyan Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Karma Yoga, Janna Yoga and many more different kind of Yoga along with Pranayama, Bandha( Yogic locks), Mudras( Yogic Gestures), Unique Yogic Kriyas , Yoga-Nidra, The right way of Mantra chanting, Various types of Meditation Techniques, Relaxation Techniques, Communication Skills, different types of Morden Yoga Philosophy and the Ancient Traditional Indian Philosophy, Knowledge about religious scriptures, Pranic Healing, Reiki, Acupressure, Magnet & Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, Yoga Anatomy, different Cleansing Practices, Naturopathy and more other techniques for the self-growth used in different parts of the World.
After years of serving, learning and practicing, Siddhant chose ‘The Path of Yoga’ to serve humanity. He has been guiding the students, different aspects of Yoga, some unique tips and techniques for growth and success since years. Siddhant focused on the Yoga Philosophy, Meditation and Pranayama as these all develop the right Understanding and the attitude of Gratitude in you for your growth. Now, Siddhant is staying at Rishikesh and sharing his knowledge & understanding with those seekers, who are coming to learn Yoga and its aspects from different parts of the world.

Acharya Siddhant

OUR SPIRITUAL INSPIRATION

Manu singh

Narayan Giri Maharaj is living in Silence (mauna sadhana) near Rishikesh on the bottom of the Himalayan forest Mountains next to Ma Ganga.

Two years ago Naraya Giri Maharaj felt called to live in absolute Silence for 12 years, after living as a “full time Yogi” in the Himalayas and Rishikesh for 20 years to connect deeper to the divine.

His message to the world:
“Suffering arises when we are living against our Inner Truth!”
“Yoga is an internal process aiming to know our true essence, not an external physical practice!”

What We Offer

Yoga Teacher Training

Rishikesh is known amongst yogis as the world’s capital of yoga. If you’re looking for a life-changing experience, where you learn more than to teach yoga, then Divyanand Yogashram is definitely the perfect destination.

Yoga & Meditation Retreat

If you think that it is only about Yoga and somewhere you will feel bored, then you are a bit wrong. Yoga practice includes many things like breathing exercise, meditation, etc., to let you know the advantage of Yoga.

Online Yoga Course

Similar to offline classes, our experienced and certified yoga teachers clear all your doubts regarding yogic knowledge. Also, they will make you learn and understand the vital part of yoga in the virtual mode also.