12 Ashrams in Rishikesh for Yoga & Meditation 2024
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Rishikesh Ashrams

Parmarth Niketan, Sivananda Ashram, Swami Dayananda Ashram, Sadhana Mandir, Omkarananda Ganga Sadan, Yoga Niketan, Phool Chatti, Anand Prakash Ashram, Himalayan Yog Ashram, Osho Gangadham Ashram, Rishikesh Yogpeeth, Patanjali International Yoga Foundation and many more.

If you’re visiting the serene town of Rishikesh, paying a visit to the ashrams in Rishikesh is an absolute must, simply because it’s an absolute treat! Set against a beautiful background of mountains, lush greenery and the tranquil River Ganga, these abodes are known to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.

Rishikesh ashrams offer plenty to do. Of course, almost every ashram offers yoga and meditation camps which are the most common ones yet, but they are all unique in their own way. Phool Chatti Ashram offers a 7-day camp while others like the Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, Rishikesh Yog Peeth, and Anand Prakash Ashram offer extensive courses and training so you can grow into a professional yoga teacher.

Some unique centres like Parmarth Niketan and Himalaya You Ashram even teach the science of Ayurveda, which has life-long benefits. Based on your interests, choose from an extensive range of activities at any of the ashrams. After all, there’s something for everyone here.

Here is a list of ashrams in Rishikesh:

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Parmarth Niketan

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A spiritual abode dedicated to the wellbeing of visitors, Parmarth Niketan, is one of the many ashrams in Rishikesh located at the foothills of the Himalayas, along the bank of River Ganga. The ashram aspires to help visitors find inner peace and attain their spiritual goals with a journey that involves morning prayers, yoga and meditation classes, satsang and lectures, kirtan, the popular Ganga Aarti at sunset, as well as Nature Cure and Ayurvedic treatment. Frequent camps are conducted for pilgrims from across the globe who visit revered saints, acclaimed musicians, spiritual and social leaders and others.

Location: Near, Main Market Road, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304.

What to do at Parmarth Niketan: Yoga, Ayurveda, Universal Prayers, Meditation, Satsang, Kirtans, Ganga Arti, Spiritual/ Cultural programs and lectures.

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Sivananda Ashram

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Located in the holy city of Rishikesh, Shivanand Ashram serves as the abode of Swami Shivanand and is a centre for visitors who partake in activities that bring peace to the mind, body and soul. Situated near the Ganges, the ashram is a beautiful and very calm place to be and is ideal for religious yoga and meditation.

Location: Near, Ram Jhula, Ganga Vatika, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137.

What to do at Sivananda Ashram: Satsangs, Feast, Yoga sessions, meditation. Read at the library, attend cultural and spiritual conferences, discourses and training.
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Swami Dayananda Ashram

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Situated near Purani Jhadi in Rishikesh, Swami Dayananda Ashram is away from the hustle of the town and amidst many other Rishikesh ashrams that makes for a calming abode for pilgrims who want to study Sanskrit and Vedantas. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, a lecture hall with more than 5000 titles and a Yoga studio where regular Iyengar Yoga camps are conducted. The spacious yoga hall provides plenty of courses throughout the year on yoga and meditation.

Location: Astha Path, near Yes Bank Atm, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137.

What to do at Swami Dayananda Ashram: Yoga, meditation, reading, learning Sanskrit, seek blessings at the temple.

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Sadhana Mandir

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Sadhana Mandir is one of the most frequented ashrams in Rishikesh. Set on the banks of River Ganga, the ashram was set up as a global retreat community for yogis to practice contemplation and finding their inner selves in a calm environment.

Surrounded  by blooming gardens, mango trees, a lotus lake and serene surroundings, the ashram is a perfect destination for finding inner peace, learning the art of yoga and purifying your mind and body. This is one of the celebrated spots to learn yoga in rishikesh.

Location: Ram Nagar, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249201.

What to do at Sadhana Mandir: Deepening Breath, Deepening Meditation, Holistic Living, Meditation, Yoga, Self Transformation, Himalayan Tradition.

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Yoga Niketan

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Yoga Niketan is one of the oldest ashrams in Rishikesh. Situated atop a hill by the banks of the Ganges, the ashram was built with a sole purpose of spreading knowledge about yoga and spirituality to the world. The primary goal of yoga is to gain balance and control in one's life. It provides a sense of calm that comes from the practice of yogic exercises and breath control. Yoga Niketan has 100 well ventilated, A/C and non A/C rooms for its saints.

Location: Muni-Ki-Reti, Ramjhula, P.O. Shivanand Nagar, Near-Ganga Vatika Flats, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192.

What to do at Yoga Niketan: Read books at the library, toga, meditation camps, Chanting, Yoga Philosophy.

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Phool Chatti

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Phool Chatti Ashram is one of the oldest ashrams in Rishikesh being almost 100 years old. Surrounded by the majestic Himalayan range, it offers visitors sanctity to seek tranquility in. Phool Chatti offers a host of modish amenities making sure that guests enjoy a comfortable stay while witnessing a spiritual journey during their programs. The ashram is frequented by people from near and afar for its seven-day yoga and meditation program.

Location: Neelkanth Temple Road Paliyal Gaon, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249302.

What to do at Phool Chatti: Yoga, meditation, breathing (pranayama), chanting, Mauna (silence), Pooja (worship), kirtan (sacred singing), and other essential aspects.

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Himalayan Yog Ashram

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Tucked within the beauty of Rishikesh, Himalayan Yog Ashram is a centre for India’s traditional Himalayan Yoga Training which offers a holistic healing approach through Ayurveda, which is a rare find at ashrams in Rishikesh. Set amidst serene, clean surroundings, several spiritual seekers commence their journey with the programs here which are known to be healing and calming and a good choice to embark on a spiritual journey.

Location: 256, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192.

What to do at Himalayan Yog Ashram: 200 hour yoga training, yoga therapy training, asana courses, Ayurvedic treatments, detox, anti-stress, customised intensive healing.

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Osho Gangadham Ashram

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Osho Active Meditation has long been a form of learning yoga and meditation for many, and one of the finest places to learn it at is the Osho Ganga Ashram, a spiritual sanctuary for peace seekers keen on nourishing their minds and souls.

A rare beauty amidst the many Rishikesh ashrams, this one is designed with common dormitories, deluxe rooms, a beautiful Meditation hall to accommodate 100 people for meditation amidst the sanctity around, and a beautiful sculpture garden one can instantly feel the energy and positive vibes of Osho as they enter the premises. The ashram also serves hygienic, delicious vegetarian meals to all those residing in the ashram.

Location: Jaanaki Cottage, Lease No-52, Badrinath Road, Brahmpuri, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249201.

What to do at Osho Gangadham Ashram: Dynamic meditation, Dance meditation, Kundalini Meditation, Evening Satsang, Workshops and extensive programs, massages, yoga and spiritual activities.

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Rishikesh Yogpeeth

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One of the newer Rishikesh ashrams, Yogpeeth, established in 2005, aims to spread awareness about holistic living using Yoga practices. The teaching style is based on traditional knowledge while the methods adopted are modern. The ashram offers daily yoga sessions and meditation camps with experienced trainers, who together believe that Yoga is a practice of disciplining body and mind.

Location: Neelkanth Temple Road Patna, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249302.

What to do at Rishikesh Yogpeeth: Yoga, meditation, rafting, trekking, local sightseeing, complementary Ayurvedic massage, self-transformation.
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Patanjali International Yoga Foundation

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Established in 2001, PIYF is a yoga health and training school that conducts activities and research on ancient yoga practices, Ayurveda, and Indian cultural scriptures. Unlike other ashrams in Rishikesh which cater to shorter programs, it aspires to achieve not only physical growth, but mental and spiritual growth too.

PIYF believes that while there are plenty of modern methods of teaching yoga, the ancient art is the only true way of understanding yoga and meditation which connects you with your soul. The institute tries to therefore abide by the old-school teachings while offering an array of programs and training sessions.

Location: Badrinath Rd, Tapovan, Luxmanjhulla, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192.

What to do at PIYF: Yoga teacher training, yoga therapy, Ayurveda, meditation, workshops and seminars.

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Omkarananda Ganga Sadan

Located in the Muni-ki-Reti area of Rishikesh, Omkarananda Ganga Sadan offers a magnificent view of the holy Ganges. Based on the Indian traditional Yoga which focuses on strength and stamina, flexibility and balance, concentration and meditation, Iyengar Yoga is given prime importance at the retreat. This is among Rishikesh ashrams helps its devotees attain peace, solace and tranquility through yoga, meditation, spiritual talks and aartis. In the ashram, there are lectures given on the Bhagavad Gita, and a daily aarti is performed.

Location: Badrinath Rd, near Taxi Stand, Shivananda Nagar, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192.

What to do at Omkarananda Ganga Sadan: Attend lectures on the Bhagavad Gita, attend the daily aarti, yoga, meditation, and spiritual talks.

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Anand Prakash Ashram

Anand Prakash Ashram is a perfect sanctuary for spiritual seekers and one of the most popular Rishikesh ashrams. The ashram provides a healthy environment that you can rely on for guiding and nourishing the mind, body, and soul through Yoga.

The ashram offers all the necessary facilities that you may need for a calm, satisfying stay here, along with a library where you can read more about the ancient art of meditation and yoga. Anand Prakash Ashram is known for teaching and advocating  Akhanda Yoga, while offering a comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) program and week/ month-long yoga classes too.

Location: Tapovan, shivananda nagar badrinath road, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192.

What to do at Anand Prakash Ashram: Asana, pranayama, unwinding, mantra, contemplation, readings on the yogic way of life, yoga reasoning.

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People Also Ask About Rishikesh

  1. How can I reach Parmarth Niketan Ashram from Haridwar?

    - By Taxi: Take a private cab/car from Haridwar and drive down to Parmarth Niketan Ashram, which will take approximately an hour.

    - By Boat: If you do not wish to take the inner, forest road to the ashram, you can drop your cab/car off at Ram Jhula and cross over the River Ganga by motor boat or even walk over the foot-bridge. After crossing, turn right and make your way to Parmarth Niketan.
  2. What is famous in Rishikesh?

    Apart from ashrams in Rishikesh, the town is known for plenty of other tourist attractions. Some of these are:

    1. Lakshman Jhula: An iron suspension bridge and viewpoint which overlooks the whole of Rishikesh.

    2. Ram Jhula: Similar to Lakshman Jhula, Ram Jhula too is an iconic suspension bridge offering splendid views of the towns.

    3. Triveni Ghat: A riverfront site for spiritual activities.

    4. Whitewater River Rafting: Ride in the rapids of the River Ganga and seek some thrill amidst the calm of the Rishikesh Ashrams.
  3. How many days are enough for Rishikesh?

    If you’re visiting Rishikesh on a leisurely trip, 2-3 days in the town are good enough. However, if you plan on visiting Rishikesh Ashrams, we’d definitely recommend at least a week so you can learn the traditional art of yoga, purify yourself and return rejuvenated!
  4. How can one indulge in yoga at Rishikesh?

    There are plenty of ashrams in Rishikesh that offer yoga camps, yoga activities, short training sessions, as well as month-long and three-month-long training programs. Before heading to Rishikesh, you can sign up at any one of the ashrams based that is well known for its yoga practices.
  5. What Different kinds of yoga are taught in Rishikesh Ashrams?

    Amongst the most popular types of yoga taught at Rishikesh are:

    1. Vinyasa Yoga - Which links breathing with movement. The postures are usually done as a flow.

    2. Ashtanga Yoga - This traditional Indian yoga encompasses a yogic lifestyle.

    3. Hatha Yoga - Hatha is designed around alignment and relaxation.

    4. Meditation Yoga - one of the most popular forms, meditation trains the mind like fitness trains the body.
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