Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Global Teaching
Rooted in the sacred land of Rishikesh, Yoga Vedanta Trust has been transforming lives through authentic Hatha Yoga since 2011. Located near the revered Swami Dayanand Ashram, Muni Ki Reti — on the banks of the holy Ganga — we have trained teachers from over 30 countries worldwide.
The Story of Yoga Vedanta Trust
Yoga Vedanta Trust was founded by Swami Gopal Sharma — an E-RYT 500, YACEP certified master teacher with over 4,095 teaching hours and a Yoga Alliance member since 2011. His vision was singular: to preserve and share the most authentic expression of yoga as practiced by the ancient Himalayan sages.
Located near the sacred Swami Dayanand Ashram in Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh — P.B. No. 30, Purani Jhadi — our school stands at the intersection of spirituality and professional excellence. Swami Gopal Ji trained under the great masters of Yoga — Sahi Swami Ji, Swami Dayanand Ji — and completed formal training at Swami Vivekananda Yoga University, holding a Diploma in Yogic Science.
He specializes in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Sivananda Yoga, Mantra Yoga, and Nada Yoga — bringing both classical depth and modern teaching methodology to every program. Our school has guided over 2,000+ students from 30+ countries toward professional Yoga Alliance certification.
We believe yoga is not merely a physical practice — it is a complete science of living. Our immersive residential programs are designed to transform not just your body, but your entire understanding of self and the world.
Near Swami Dayanand Ashram
Our school is located in the sacred neighborhood near Swami Dayanand Ashram — one of Rishikesh's most revered spiritual centers. Surrounded by the Himalayan foothills with the holy River Ganga flowing nearby, the environment offers unparalleled peace and spiritual energy for deep practice.
The ashram-style lifestyle — early morning practices, sattvic meals, evening Ganga aarti, and periods of silence — forms the living backbone of our teacher training programs.
Yoga Alliance Certified School
Yoga Vedanta Trust is a proud member of Yoga Alliance USA — the world's most recognized yoga education authority. Our school holds both RYS 200 and RYS 300 designations, ensuring your certification is accepted globally.
Our 200-hour program is fully registered with Yoga Alliance USA. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to register as RYT-200 — teaching yoga professionally worldwide.
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Our 300-hour advanced program carries full Yoga Alliance RYS 300 registration. Graduates progress toward RYT-500 status — the highest international yoga teaching credential.
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Meet Swami Gopal Sharma
Swami Gopal Sharma started his quest for yoga at the age of 9. His deep interest in yoga and allied sciences resulted in a profound dedication to the subject. For years he served and followed the great master of Yoga — Sahi Swami Ji and Swami Vedananda Ji from Santamat and Sri Satyananda Bihar school. His pure dedication towards yoga drew him closer to spiritual gurus who had immense knowledge of yoga philosophy.
After years under Sahi Swami Ji, he started his journey to Rishikesh and dwelled in the company of the great Swami Dayanand Saraswati — an internationally renowned Vedanta and Sanskrit teacher. He was under the great guidance of Swami Dayanand Ji for years. He then completed a Diploma as a Yoga Instructor and a Certificate in Yogic Science at Swami Vivekananda Yoga University, Varanasi. He teaches Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Sivananda Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Goa Bodhanaya, Haridwar Nada Yoga — and continues to pursue an extensive study of the ancient Indian heritage of the Vedas, Vedanta, the Upanishads, and the Gita.
Our Teaching Team
Specializing in Hatha Yoga alignment and yoga anatomy, Yogi Prakash Ji brings precision and depth to asana practice. His background in Ayurveda enriches his teaching with holistic understanding of the body-mind connection.
A deep scholar of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, and Vedantic philosophy, Acharya Vishnu Ji makes ancient wisdom accessible and practical for modern students from every culture and background.
Dedicated to the science of breath and inner stillness, Yogini Priya Ji guides students through pranayama, yoga nidra, and seated meditation — bringing clarity, calm, and deep spiritual awareness.
Our Core Values
Our teachings trace directly to the Himalayan masters. We preserve the classical tradition without compromise, ensuring every graduate carries forward genuine yogic wisdom.
Maximum 15 students per batch. Every student receives personal guidance from teachers who know their name, their challenges, and their goals throughout the training.
Yoga Alliance RYS 200 & 300 certification means your qualification is recognized worldwide. Our graduates teach professionally in 30+ countries across 6 continents.
Sattvic vegetarian meals, early morning practices, Ganga walks, and evening satsang — the complete ashram-style experience supports deep transformation beyond the classroom.
We combine traditional wisdom with modern teaching methodology, equipping graduates not just with certification but with the confidence and skills to build a sustainable yoga career.
Our alumni network spans the globe. Once you graduate from Yoga Vedanta Trust, you join a lifelong community of like-minded teachers, practitioners, and seekers.
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Limited seats per batch — next batch starting soon in Rishikesh.