Yoga Vini is life changing for me, and that is not an over statement. I have done Yoga on and off for the past 20 years in the U.S, taking lessons from many teachers. but I have never learnt the proper posture. I looked at many Rishikesh yoga studio reviews, I liked Yoga Vini's focus on the spine. I am so glad I came! The class really helped me to building a daily routine that will last a life time. The 200 hours class focus on breathing, meditation, philosophy and of course, movement. Yoga became easy and that I dreamed get to this point for years. I received more than I expected here. Yoga Vini is focused on a way of living, but not to push you for a competition, or force any poses. I have shifted so much that I can take the habit and knowledge with me to live the life I wanted to live and help others to do the same. I came with a dental issue that I am using a dental appliances to correct my bite the breathing, 20 days into the practice, my bite is already so much better, my doctor is amazed. There are many surprises here prepared for you, I don't want spoil it. I have laughed, cried and built a life long friendship here. Thank you Vini Sensei and Tina Sensei! Much love.

I can really highly recommend this TTC. What I loved most about this program is the dedication to providing an authentic teaching of Hatha yoga and sattvic lifestyle. I can imagine that that’s not everyone’s cup of tea, however it was exactly what I was looking for personally. Besides the high quality of the actual teachings/ classes, I really enjoyed the fact that uniforms were required and we stuck to a sattvic/ ayurvedic diet during the course. For me, it really added to the teaching and allowed you to immerse yourself better into the yogic lifestyle, which I found to be very valuable. The food was really delicious and nourishing. Although the rooms were basic, the Ashram and its surroundings were really serene and a perfect environment to do a program like this. I think it’s truly so much better than doing your TTC within the hustle and bustle of Tapovan, which has so many distractions and disturbances. The teachers Vini and Tina are also so knowledgeable about yoga and were truly great teachers, I really enjoyed being their student. All in all, if you’re looking for a high quality, no BS Hatha yoga TTC, I can highly recommend this one!

What I have learned at yoga VINI is immeasurable. If someone is wondering which yoga school to take, I really recommend Yoga Vini. At first, I joined a different yoga school in Rishkesh, but I felt the school was too business-like and I could not learn the essence of yoga there. Although there was no refund, I did not want to waste my time rather than money, and I decided to change to yoga vini and consulted with Tina(Tina, thank you very very much!). So I was able to take TTC at yoga Vini. I am very happy that I chose yogavini. In the yoga Vini ashram, there were a lot of birds, monkeys and other wild animals living together. It was a very precious time for me to practice facing myself while listening to the sounds of wild animals. Also I am so happy that I was able to gaze at the great realization that "I already have it all", and "I am already full"! I never thought I would have such a wonderful time before I joined there. I fell my greatest respect and appreciation to Tina and Vini and everyone I met at the ashram. thank you. Namaste.

I stumbled on this rather undercover Yoga school by recommendation. It is really a powerful month spent with one of the most efficient approaches to Hathayoga ever! You will simply fall easily into almost all the Asanas when you do all the preparational and strengthening exercises! Food, lodging also fantastic with a great spiritual atmosphere innthe (Rishikesh) ashram! Also very great spontaneous passionate lectures loved them! Try it, it will change your perspective on Yoga!

Before I joined TTC, I didn’t feel relaxed enough in daily life. During TTC, didn’t have to think about anything except for facing myself because of a well-ordered life. Thanks to that, I realized my own will from the bottom of my heart and happiness that I already have. Teacher Vini put effort into what we eat so we could eat so delicious vegan foods and I could experience body and mind changes. Thanks a lot to teacher Vini and Tina for their love for us.

I took the 200 hr Yoga TTC course in April and it was hands down one of the greatest gifts I could have given to myself. The location is so peaceful and beautiful, the food is delicious and pure, and the teachings go deep into yogic philosophy, lifestyle, and practice. Vini is a true Yogi, who lives what he teaches, and has deep knowledge to share with his students. The way he connects everything was very helpful for me to better understand myself and life. I am so grateful to him, Tina, and the rest of the team that made this experience worth while, and could not recommend this course enough! If you want to learn true Hatha yoga and even dive into it's connection to Ayurveda, this is the place. Truly a way back to life.

The experience we should all have at least once in our lives . I feel a huge urge to share how stunning I feel after this immersion of taking care of myself and also the other. I came looking to be with myself and to know myself better but I discovered that taking care of myself and having respect for my body and for what it tries to tell me many times but I couldn't hear because of the hustle and bustle that is my life and mind. Thanks a lot to teacher Vini for all his love for yoga and for sharing everything with us in such an easy to trust way. Thanks to Mitra for dedicating his time and joy to help, to my dear Riluu who is a hurricane with so much energy and has a big heart, to Kiki for being attentive to everyone, to Ashish for being so approachable and enjoying sharing conversations, to Shuban for doing the most amazing backstage work ever and to the cooks for allowing me to have the best and most suitable food during all these days. But a special thank you to the whole group that shared this experience with me, you are all very special and proof that Language doesn't matter Love is universal. I will keep you forever in my heart. thank you.

I completed my 200hr certification a year ago now. I wanted to leave it for some time before I gave a review as I thought I could give more and make it more meaningful. I can confidently say that this is absolutely worth your time, whether completely new or an experienced yogi. Vini goes into great detail about the impacts of yoga on the body and mind, and also the philosophy. What I learned has changed my daily habits (right down to how I walk) and impacts my movement positively in all movements that I do, including other forms of exercise. The location of the school is just lovely. Such a nice wee town on the river. The food provided by the school is great, the accomodation is really nice and the instructors are also great. Yoga Vini provides you with the full experience, this is so much more than just the asana.

Hey I was doing ttc in yoga vini school this march and i must say that im very greatful to came to this school. My friend recomended me and she was right.This is the place you wont to go if you wont to learn about real yoga. Vini is just amaizing guru that teaches with heart. The rest of the crue is allsaw amaizing(Babaji, Tina..), the place was clean and nice and food was wery good healthy and fresh. I didnt miss for nothing. I hope i do this cours again. Namaste🙌

Hello kind seekers, I'd like to share an experience that's a bit over due... I was in search of a teacher and school that would focus on the practice of yoga as a whole within an ashram setting. A school with a greater interest in truly immersing and educating their students in the yogic lifestyle versus handing out certificates just because one paid for a course and a piece of paper. After several recommendations from trusted sources, visiting teachers in drop-in classes in Rishikesh, and reading reviews and experiences from a variety of TTCs in the area, I finally decided on YogaVini school. YogaVini 200hr TTC seemed to be fit for what i was looking for in a course, but after commencing i realized it really was beyond what i was looking for. Vini is an impressive, knowledgeable and passionate instructor who truly knows how to teach in a way that you can easily absorb and digest the information. He makes clear connections through breath, yoga, anatomy, the spine, philosophy, Ayurveda and deeper knowledge. He's meticulous in his technique, which if you're truly interested in learning the foundation of asana and yoga -(and how to give student adjustments)- than this is truly a wonderful place to begin* or improve your yoga practice. The 200hr TTC course is applicable to all levels, because he breaks things down to the point of understanding all of your body movement and breath to minimize injury and improve practice to receive its full potential. Man I really enjoyed the course, the morning priest chanting (waaaah beautiful), Kirtan, and satsang. I could go on and on...but i'll keep it somewhat short. Tina is the other instructor who is enthusiastic to teach every morning, fun, has years of technical experience with proper body movement, technique and she gives clear corrections. Other secondary info: -Appropriate accommodations. -Delicious Ayurvedic meals. -1 weekly free day to go off-site or relax (optional). -Ashram located in the outskirts of Rishikesh in a quiet area close to the Ganga river. -Ayurvedic massage available on free day - (optional...cost not included). -The course is taught 1/2 Japanese & 1/2 English (this will give you time to process information & write down good notes, trust me). -Days mostly run from, 6am to 8pm/10pm with 2 meals & 2 snacks, 1hr karma yoga and 1hr break (some days vary). -Bring dry fruits and nuts to snack on (optional). -Take good notes, you'll need them to complete assignments, the final test and for your own practice. I still read through them. Con: -To be honest, it's quite pricey even though the lessons and material taught are worthy, i do wish it could be a bit more affordable. I understand they give special ayurvedic food and it's on a large property, but still, the price is a bit steep for some who would love to participate in your school. Last i have to say, if you choose this center/school for your TTC than remember nothing will ever be perfect but if you choose, it could be nearly perfect. This experience will be as beneficial as you allow it to be. A HUGE thanks for letting me participate in the April TTC on such a short notice >.< and thank you to all your team for the entire experience and care. Thank you Vini and Tina! Big Hug! Nathalie

I joined the 200hr YTTC on a whim having had no real previous yoga experience. My friend asked me to do the course with her and I figured it would be interesting. I had no expectations entering the course but I can honestly say that my time at Yoga Vini changed my life and the way I work with my body. The course builds you up from the very basics and teaches you the foundations of yoga, starting from the pelvis and spine and expanding from there. The knowledge I acquired during this time will continue to shape the way I work with my body, practice yoga and also understand myself. Through an incredibly well structured and well thought out program, the course teaches so much more than just yoga and poses. You learn about yourself, about yoga philosophy, self discipline and how to use a wholistic approach to be not only a better yoga teacher, but also a better version of yourself. Vini is a hugely knowledgeable teacher, he is passionate and truly wants each individual to get the most out of the course. Tina is an inspiring and caring assistant and herself, along with the whole team are lovely and want to help as best they can. The accommodation is great and Vishal does a really good job of keeping everything running smoothly. The food is very healthy and tasty, you learn to love it ;) I cannot recommend this course enough! Thank you Yoga Vini for teaching me ‘a way back to life’ :)

Had a wonderful experience at yoga Vinci’s TTC - It was challenging, cleansing with the food and program and rewarding. Thank you!

What a rollercoaster of knowledge, strength of body and mind, struggle and overcoming. I was relatively new too Yoga and did not know what to expect from a TTC. The idea of starting to teach my own classes was totally daunting but this course really equips you with such a solid foundation of knowledge and technique to build upon. Vini is a unique and soulful teacher, he completely lives his work and you can feel his heart in everything he teaches. His classes are vivid and so insightful. I felt a big change in my body but it was my mind that moved the most. I became so aware of how connected everything is and when my mind was not focused my body could not develop. Vini takes you back to your beginning and builds you back up from your roots. There are so many small simple things that are the heartbeat of this course. Tina’s classes were fantastic too, she is so present and moved by the work that you will push through barriers you never expected. This is a real training. If you truly want to learn the philosophy, anatomy and physicality of yoga then this is the right course to do. Find what you love and follow it, this is Yoga. "I'm not dying, my cells are" Thanks for the T-Shirt slogans guy’s!! Thanks to the whole team!!

It was the best decision in my life, exactly what I was looking for in a TTC, and MUCH MORE. Vini is very passionate teacher, with long experience and really huge knowledge. You will learn with him a lot about yoga philosofy, anathomy, pranayama and asana practise, but what makes the difference with this TTC in my humble opinion is the way Vini teaches from his heart which is very touching, telling us in MANY different ways how YOGA is a powerful tool that helps us to live the life that WE WANT!! We are creators of our lifes, being awareness about how we use our mind and energy is so important and sometimes we forget it!! He also gave me a deeper understanding about the importance of the movement of the spine and futher, I really know after this month how to make safer my asana practise, with the proper movement in order to protect my spine. Very happy to meet Tina, who is wonderful teacher as well, lovely and supportive, and her classes very demanding and challenging!! Also Kota and Hiroko always very friendly and willing to help anytime. And all the Indian stuff who work in the Guess House are amazing. I can not feel more grateful and full of love after this month. It have been very intensive emotional, mental and physical, but in only one month with discipline, hard work and the proper ayurvedic food you will see BIG changes in your body for sure, but also mind and energy! My approuch of life have changed a lot, I can see and feel the beauty everywhere!! I am very happy with this experience, very powerfull!! I really recomend this TTC... A way back to life.... Thanks, thanks and thanks. Arigato, Namasteeee. Mirian

ビニ先生は日本人より難しい日本語を知っていて、英語と交互に教えて下さり、英語の勉強にもなり一石二鳥でした。インドのお話や宗教などに絡めたお話がやはりインドならでは、という感じでとても興味深く、面白かったです。 身体や心、エネルギーの繋がりや解剖学もすごく分かりやすく、初めて全て納得できました！ またビニ先生のアジャストが神がかっていて、初めて見る世界を見ることができます。 腰痛、膝痛、足首痛、全てが改善され、何故痛かったのかも解明できました。 インドで深くヨガを勉強したい方、身体から全てが改善されます。是非体感して下さい。 Teacher Bini knew Japanese, which is more difficult than Japanese, taught English alternately, and studied English. It was very interesting that the story related to Indian stories and religions was unique to India. The body and mind, energy connections and anatomy are very easy to understand, and I was able to understand everything for the first time! You can also see the world you see for the first time because Teacher Bini's adjustment is like a god. Back pain, knee pain, ankle pain were all improved and I was able to clarify why it was painful. If you want to study yoga deeply in India, everything will improve from your body. Please experience it.