Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram Rishikesh – Akhanda Yoga, YTT & Holistic Healing

Sacred Sanatana Heritage

Holistic Wisdom & Community in Vibrant Tapovan

Rooted in authentic Himalayan Guru-Shishya parampara along the sacred river Ganga.

Lineage & Guru

Yogrishi Vishvketu (PhD) & Akhanda Yoga Community

Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Tapovan, **Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram** was co-founded in 2007 by world-renowned master **Yogrishi Vishvketu (PhD)** and Chetana Panwar. It serves as the international headquarters for **Akhanda Yoga**, an evolutionary yet traditional approach that emphasizes wholeness (*Akhanda* = unbroken/whole).

Akhanda Yoga integrates five foundational streams into every class: Asana, Pranayama, Mantra, Meditation, and Yogic philosophy. The ashram is celebrated globally for its high educational standards, warm communal spirit, Yoga Alliance accredited Teacher Training Courses (YTT), and 100% organic sattvic meals.

Location: Tapovan, Badrinath Road, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192

Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram Rishikesh – Akhanda Yoga, YTT & Holistic Healing

Spiritual Disciplines

Courses, Retreats & Yogic Sadhana

Authentic pathways of self-discovery, pranic purification, and meditative mastery.

YTT Certification

Yoga Alliance 200-Hour & 300-Hour YTT Certification

Duration: 4-Week Intensive Course

Core Focus: Pedagogy, Anatomy, Philosophy & Asana

Daily Sessions: Full-Day Immersion (Yoga Alliance)

Suggested Fee: Comprehensive Tuition & Lodging

Rigorous 4-week full-immersion teacher training programs covering classical alignments, sequencing, anatomy, philosophy, and practical teaching methodology.

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Ashram Residency

Residential Ashram Retreats for Independent Seekers

Duration: Minimum 3 Nights

Core Focus: Twice-Daily Akhanda Yoga

Daily Sessions: Daily Fire Havan & Classes

Suggested Fee: ₹1,500 – ₹2,800 / night incl. meals

Short-term and long-term stays including twice-daily Akhanda yoga classes, daily fire puja (Havan), meditation, and organic meals.

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Breath & Kundalini

Kundalini & Classical Pranayama Intensives

Duration: 1 to 2 Weeks Intensive

Core Focus: Nadi Cleansing & Vital Energy

Daily Sessions: Advanced Breathwork & Kriyas

Suggested Fee: Workshop Packages

Advanced breathwork workshops designed to clear biological meridians, activate dormant vitality, and cultivate razor-sharp concentration.

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Dinacharya

Typical Daily Ashram Routine

A disciplined, peaceful rhythm designed to awaken mental clarity and physical vitality.

05:30 AM – 06:00 AM

Silent Hall Meditation

Awakening before sunrise for silent dhyana meditation in the top floor light-filled shala.

06:00 AM – 07:45 AM

Classical Akhanda Morning Yoga

Holistic class integrating asanas, pranayama, mantra singing, and guided yogic relaxation.

08:00 AM – 08:45 AM

Daily Sacred Fire Havan

Gathering around the rooftop havan kund for ancient fire offerings and Gayatri mantra chanting.

08:45 AM – 09:30 AM

100% Organic Sattvic Breakfast

Wholesome buffet of organic oatmeal, fresh mountain fruits, herbal infusions, and nuts.

11:00 AM – 01:00 PM

Anatomy & Philosophy Lectures

In-depth study of the Yoga Sutras, subtle energetic anatomy, and teaching methodologies.

01:00 PM – 02:00 PM

Nourishing Organic Lunch

Pure organic vegetarian feast prepared with wholesome grains, local vegetables, and lentils.

04:00 PM – 05:45 PM

Evening Restorative Asana & Chanting

Gentle Yin alignments, hip openers, and soulful Sanskrit kirtan singing.

06:00 PM – 07:00 PM

Evening Meditation or Kirtan

Guided Yoga Nidra or community kirtan with harmonium and mridanga drums.

07:00 PM – 08:00 PM

Organic Dinner & Noble Silence

Nourishing evening meal followed by the commencement of noble silence (Mauna).

Living Quarters

Accommodation, Sattvic Diet & Campus

Simple, sacred living environments designed to foster inner tranquility.

Campus Sanctuary

Modern Bright Ashram Rooms

Spotless single and double rooms with attached western bathrooms, private balconies, and 24-hour hot water.

Campus Sanctuary

100% Organic Sattvic Kitchen

Renowned for cooking 100% certified organic vegetarian buffets three times a day, celebrating seasonal mountain produce.

Campus Sanctuary

Rooftop Yoga Shala & Havan Kund

Spacious wooden-floored meditation hall and rooftop fire pit with panoramic views of the forested Himalayan foothills.

Sacred Conduct

Ashram Etiquette and Visitor Rules

Honor the spiritual sanctity of the hermitage and support the communal peaceful vibration.

Sattvic Purity

1. Pure Diet & Abstinence

Strictly 100% vegetarian premises. Smoking, alcohol, tobacco, non-vegetarian food, and intoxicants are totally prohibited throughout the campus and sacred riverbanks.

Modesty

2. Modest Clothing

Wear loose-fitting, comfortable cotton attire that fully covers shoulders, chest, and knees. White or light pastels are traditional and promote calm mental energy.

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3. Silence & Presence

Observe scheduled hours of Mauna (noble silence). Silence all phones in meditation halls and dining rooms to respect other seekers in their inner contemplation.

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Essential Inquiries

Frequently Asked Questions

Key answers regarding admission, stays, costs, and spiritual travel.

Akhanda Yoga does not isolate physical postures from spirituality. Every single class incorporates asanas, classical breathwork (pranayama), mantra singing, meditation, and philosophical context for complete mental and spiritual balance.

Yes, the ashram is renowned for serving delicious, nourishing, 100% certified organic sattvic vegetarian cuisine cooked fresh daily with local grains and seasonal mountain vegetables.

Yes, it is conveniently located in the center of Tapovan, within easy walking distance of local bookshops, cafes, yoga stores, and the Laxman Jhula bridge.

Anand Prakash Ashram

Holistic Wisdom & Community in Vibrant Tapovan

Yogrishi Vishvketu (PhD) & Akhanda Yoga Community

Courses, Retreats & Yogic Sadhana

Yoga Alliance 200-Hour & 300-Hour YTT Certification

Residential Ashram Retreats for Independent Seekers

Kundalini & Classical Pranayama Intensives

Typical Daily Ashram Routine

Silent Hall Meditation

Classical Akhanda Morning Yoga

Daily Sacred Fire Havan

100% Organic Sattvic Breakfast

Anatomy & Philosophy Lectures

Nourishing Organic Lunch

Evening Restorative Asana & Chanting

Evening Meditation or Kirtan

Organic Dinner & Noble Silence

Accommodation, Sattvic Diet & Campus

Modern Bright Ashram Rooms

100% Organic Sattvic Kitchen

Rooftop Yoga Shala & Havan Kund

Ashram Etiquette and Visitor Rules

1. Pure Diet & Abstinence

2. Modest Clothing

3. Silence & Presence

Frequently Asked Questions

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