Absolutely! Even if you are relatively new to yoga, our yoga teacher training immersions are an excellent way to learn the art of yoga and cultivate a strong foundation for your life-long practice.

And NO you will NOT hold the class back. We will ALWAYS encourage you only to do what you are comfortable doing and practice within your own body’s limitations.

Yoga is a personal practice. The first “value” we practice in yoga is non-harming.

Yogi Aaron’s background is in yoga therapy, and he is the creator of AYAMA™ (Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation) - a revolutionary way of practicing yoga that specifically addresses pain in the body and healthy ways to recover from injuries. Therefore he teaches all of his classes in a therapeutic and healing way. He is also skillful at helping those with less mobile bodies and adjusting their practice.

Whether your goal is to teach yoga, deepen your personal practice, seek answers to some of life’s biggest questions, or simply find ways to live a more meaningful life, this 14-day India Yoga Teacher Training Immersion is for YOU!

Yogi Aaron approaches every immersion with an open heart and a desire to provide students with a safe space to explore their own personal depth.

This training is an opportunity for you to uncover truths about who you are and how yoga can help you live a more authentic life.

We warmly welcome students of all backgrounds, races, religions, orientations, or spiritual traditions. The only requirement is that you show up authentically and ready to fully participate in this transformational training.

Learn. Teach. Expand. Allow. This journey is for everybody. The ONLY commitment required from you is that you are willing to show up and fully participate.

This India trip is not for you if:

• If you get car sick very easily — We will be doing a fair amount of travel by car and the driving is unpredictable.
• If you have strict dietary needs — Food is an adventure in India and we can't guarantee what will be available and served throughout the trip.
• If you need consistent internet access — Many isolated areas in the Himalayas do not have internet access.
• If you do not adapt easily to changes in the itinerary — Travel in India is unlike anywhere else in the world and requires spontaneity.
• If you like to complain — Travel is a gift and your visit to India will be unlike anything you've ever experienced before. You will get out of your comfort zone and not have easy access to your normal creature comforts. Rather than complaining, we ask our participants to use their experience for self-discovery and expansion!

Our yoga training takes place in Rishikesh at an intimate hotel nestled along the popular Ganges River.

Accommodation Details:

• Choose your preference: single or double occupancy
• Rooms have a private balcony where guests can enjoy the panoramic view of the Ganges River and Shivalik Mountain Range.
• Rooms are also equipped with AC, WIFI, and a safety box.

*Please see the 'Accommodation' section for pictures and more details of what you can expect while staying in Rishikesh during your Yoga Teacher Training in India.

You are welcome to bring whatever items you deem necessary, but less is always more for this kind of international travel. Depending on which journey you are joining us on, you may be staying in many different hotels along the way, so packing light will make traveling around easier

• Two pairs of shorts
• 1 pair of long pants
• 3 tank tops
• 2 - 3 t-shirts
• 3 underwear
• 3 pairs of socks
• One pair of shoes for walking / hiking. Remember we will be doing some hiking in the Himalayan mountains. Do NOT buy brand new shoes and wait to wear them for this journey.
• Sandles / Tevas
• Two pairs of long sleeves warm shirts.
• It will be cool in Kedarnath and the higher altitudes at night time. It is advisable to bring something warm. A long sleeve shirt alone will not suffice. Maybe a hoodie?
• A backpack. You will need a pack pack when we go up to Kedarnath for three days and two nights. For this three day trip, you will need to bring what you are wearing plus an extra tank top, t-shirts, extra pair of socks, your warm clothes.

Optional:

• Camera
• Protein bars
• Personal snacks
• Personal wipes
• dry bag
• anything else not mentioned here.

Supplement suggestions:

• Golden seal
• Oregano Oil Capsules (for any kind of intestinal upset - works much better than pharmaceuticals.
• Healthy Bacteria
• Read Yogi Aaron’s suggested supplements to bring with you when you travel abroad.

After each training, we offer ongoing support and communication with participants to ensure they feel confident teaching yoga at NO additional charge.

Additionally, included in the India Yoga Teacher Training through Blue Osa is access to our Online Resource Library and Self-Study Modules (accessed through the online platform: The Yogi Club).

This unique element of our training sets it apart from other programs available today. Previous students have found it extremely valuable in developing their teaching once back home.

Benefits to the trainee:
• Ability to prepare in advance of your training if you wish (access to The Yogi Club Resources and Self-Study Modules is given before your training start date)
• Post-immersion support as you continue to study, learn, absorb, and embody the training content while completing all required assignments. This feature makes it possible for students to relax, explore, and enjoy their adventure in India outside of their scheduled classroom time (rather than filling free time with reading, studying, and completing required homework).
• 6 months of FREE access to The Yogi Club: Explore 100's of hours of yoga content to propel your practice and teaching forward, including yoga classes, meditations, workshops, and specialty courses like ‘How to Sell Out Your Yoga Retreats’ and ‘Business and Marketing for Yoga Teachers’.

In order to be presented with your 200 YTT certificate, you must complete the required reading and reports. These reports will be due three months following the completion of your immersion.

For example, this India Yoga Teacher Training ends on September 18, 2025. Thus, your book reports and assignments will be due on December 18th, 2025.

With early access to the Self-Study Modules, you’ll have the option of completing the required assignments before your immersion. Once you’ve successfully registered, we’ll send you all the details and you can decide for yourself when you’d like to get working, if you so chose.

This India Yoga Teacher Training includes your round trip flights from New Delhi to Rishikesh, hotel shuttle service in Rishikesh, accommodations, most meals (see 'Meals' section for details), and all yoga teacher training classes (including the self-study online modules).

Additional expenses NOT included are international flights to New Delhi, travel insurance, tours, spa services, lunches on your own to explore local cuisine (see 'Meals' section for details), required reading books, and anything else we have not listed here.

If you have any concerns about extra expenses on this journey, please reach out to us. We are happy to assist you in making a confident decision to join our training in India!

Yogi Aaron is the owner, operator, and lead yoga facilitator at Blue Osa. During his 30 years of study, Yogi Aaron has developed an intrinsic understanding of yogic philosophy, anatomy, and the subtle body. He has studied under yogic masters such as Alan Finger, Bryan Kest, Genny Kapuler, Rod Stryker, Swami Rama, and David Swenson, among others. Throughout his journey, Aaron has made several pilgrimages to the Himalayas, where he sought a deeper understanding of the Vedic tradition and Tantric pathways. These experiences blessed him with the opportunity to mentor under several spiritual masters and inspired him to create a yogic community in the lush Costa Rican jungle. Creator of Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™ Yogi Aaron brings three decades' worth of study, mentorship, and experience into his teachings, with a strong emphasis on yoga therapy and alignment. Yogi Aaron’s sense of humor, contagious laugh, courageous and adventurous spirit, and his own healing journey of overcoming pain and discovering and living his true life’s purpose make him a stand-out and favored leading yoga teacher today.

Styles Of Yoga

Yogi Aaron’s style of yoga and the YTT methodology has been influenced by the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga, which combines the wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and teachings passed down from a long history of yoga masters. We include a number of lineages such as Hatha, Iyengar, Vinyasa, and Kundalini. Our holistic approach to teaching embodies the belief of “Function Over Form.” Yoga is for everybody and we have created a teacher training that focuses on the individual. We provide you with the tools to confidently teach both private and group classes. With the inclusion of Applied Yoga Anatomy and Muscle Activation™, you will have a signature experience focusing on muscle activation techniques and yoga therapy to benefit you and your future students.

Prices do NOT include incidentals, such as the cost of international flights, lunches, laundry, gratuities, spa treatments, and anything else that is not on this list.

The training fee also does not cover the cost of any missed flights or travel delays. We strongly suggest you plan to arrive a day or two early so that you will be on time for your flight from New Delhi to Rishikesh for the beginning of the training. If you arrive late and miss your local flight, you will be responsible for joining the group in Rishikesh on your own.

Cancelation Refund Policy for the India Retreat / Yoga Teacher Training: The deposits and payments made for this retreat to India are non-transferable and non-refundable. Please pay in full 90 days before the trip begins. In paying for any retreat or yoga teacher training through Blue Osa, you agree to these terms.

The deposits and payments made for this retreat to India are non-transferable and non-refundable. Please pay in full 90 days before the trip begins. In paying for any retreat or yoga teacher training through Blue Osa, you agree to these terms.

If you are not sure if the India Yoga Teacher Training is right for you, please send us an email with your questions and/or concerns and we'll get right back to you!

Deciding to invest in a yoga teacher training in India is a big decision. We are here to help you feel confident in that decision! We look forward to hearing from you.