In the timeless vision of the yogic seers, the human body is not merely flesh and bone — it is a sacred temple, woven with channels of energy (nadis), centers of consciousness (chakras), and infused with the breath of life (prāṇa). Hidden at the root of this temple, in the region of the mūlādhāra chakra, lies a divine force known as Kundalini shakti — the coiled, dormant energy of pure consciousness.

The word Kundalini comes from the Sanskrit kundala, meaning “coiled” or “circular,” symbolizing the latent power resting in a spiral form, like a serpent in repose. The ancient masters tell us that this is not an ordinary energy — it is the very creative power of the cosmos (shakti), the Mother of all manifestation. When awakened, Kundalinī ascends through the sushumna nāḍī, piercing the chakras one by one, and uniting with the Supreme Consciousness (shiva) in the sahasrāra at the crown of the head.

Kundalini Tantra is a sacred science handed down from guru to disciple, preserved in scriptures such as the Śiva Saṁhitā, Gheraṇḍa Saṁhitā, Hatha Yoga Pradīpikā, and the tantric upaniṣads.

Kundalini, in the ancient yogic tradition, is described as the dormant spiritual energy coiled at the base of the spine, often likened to a sleeping serpent. Through dedicated practice of Kundalini Tantra Yoga, this energy rises upward, passing through the seven chakras — subtle energy centers that govern different aspects of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As the chakras awaken, one experiences greater clarity, vitality, and a deep sense of unity with the universe.

In this tradition, awakening is not forced. It is cultivated through a harmonious integration of āsana, prāṇāyāma, mudrā, bandha, mantra japa, dhyāna, and above all, the guidance of a realized teacher. Each practice purifies the nāḍīs, balances the prāṇa, and prepares the mind to receive higher states of awareness without disturbance.

Kundalinī Tantra does not reject the world — it sanctifies it. Every sense experience, every action, and every thought becomes an offering to the Divine. The awakened yogi walks through life with the vision that Īśāvāsyam idam sarvam — “All this is pervaded by the Lord” — and thus lives in unity, non-attachment, and bliss.

Living at Ishavasyam Yoga School during the 200 Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh is not just about accommodation — it’s an immersion into the authentic yogic lifestyle that awakens your energy, sharpens your mind, and opens your heart. For 23 days, you’ll rise with the sun, breathe in the pure Himalayan air, and begin your mornings with Kundalini kriyas, pranayama, and mantra chanting in our peaceful, light-filled shala.

This Kundalini Yoga TTC in India is a fully residential program, allowing you to live and breathe the wisdom of yoga from dawn to dusk. Mornings flow with asana, breathwork, and meditation to awaken the chakras; afternoons dive deep into tantric philosophy, yoga anatomy, and teaching methodology. Evenings invite introspection, kirtan, and meditative silence under the Rishikesh night sky.

By the end of your 200 hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training journey, yoga will not just be a practice — it will be your way of life. You will leave with the ability to teach confidently, a deep understanding of chakra balancing and Kundalini, and the inner discipline to carry this path forward.

Living yoga here also means living in conscious community. You’ll connect with seekers from all over the world, share stories, explore sacred sites along the Ganga River, and soak in the vibrant spiritual culture of Rishikesh — the Yoga Capital of the World.

The Shala is ready… are you?