Rishikesh Yogpeeth - Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram

05/08/2026

A teacher can show you a posture.

Stillness, though, can’t be handed over - you have to arrive there yourself.

So much of what’s known to all of us as Yoga is something that the body does. But the older practice is quieter than that. It’s what stays when the movement stops: the witness behind the thoughts and all motion, the space between two breaths.

Welcome to this initiation - if the arrival here triggered something, for you seek a higher purpose..we know we have one our role; your begins now 🙏

01/08/2026

29/07/2026

Guru Purnima 🙏

Today, we honour the timeless tradition of the Guru–Shishya parampara and express our deepest gratitude to the teachers who illuminate the path of yoga, wisdom, and self-discovery.

“Gurur Brahma, Gurur Vishnu, Gurur Devo Maheshwarah;
Guruh Sakshat Parabrahma, Tasmai Shri Gurave Namah.”

Meaning:
The Guru is the Creator, the Preserver, and the Transformer. The Guru is the embodiment of the Supreme Reality. To that revered Guru, I offer my humble salutations.

May we always remain sincere students, walking the path with humility, discipline, and gratitude.

Happy Guru Purnima. 🪔

28/07/2026

The Eight Limbs of Yoga, outlined by Sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, provide a complete framework for living with awareness and purpose. The first limb, Yama, forms the ethical foundation of this path. Meaning “restraints,” Yama comprises five universal principles: Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truthfulness), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (wise use of energy), and Aparigraha (non-possessiveness). These principles guide our relationships with others and ourselves, encouraging compassion, honesty, moderation, and contentment. By practising the Yamas, yoga becomes more than physical postures, it becomes a conscious way of living, rooted in integrity, balance, and inner harmony.

Our volunteer teacher Shivangi’s discourse gives us all so much inspiration to practice this everyday!

27/07/2026

In traditional yoga, props are used to refine alignment, cultivate stability, and develop greater awareness in every posture. Rather than forcing the body into an asana, a yoga block creates the support needed for safe, sustainable progress.

How it helps:
• Support healthy spinal rotation in Parivrtta Trikonasana
• Reduce wrist strain in Chakrasana
• Improve pelvic stability and protect the lower back in Ustrasana

The purpose of a prop is not to make the practice easier, but to make it more precise. When used with understanding, yoga blocks help practitioners build strength, confidence, and proper alignment, creating a foundation for long-term growth.

23/07/2026

Today, we welcomed our newest batch of students to the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course at Rishikesh Yogpeeth.

Throughout the coming weeks, students will explore asana, pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy, anatomy, alignment, teaching methodology, and the principles of living yoga both on and off the mat.

Guided by experienced teachers and immersed in the serene surroundings of Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, students from around the world come together to learn, grow, and cultivate a deeper understanding of this timeless tradition.

We are honoured to be a part of your journey and look forward to witnessing the transformation, connections, and lifelong learning that this experience brings.

18/07/2026

Ashram wished farewell to our beloved family, who made this place home for 3-4 and some for as long as 8 weeks. Graduation is a bittersweet moment, what will remain is our bond with this beautiful group of human who are our forever family! 🙏 Plus so magical it was Birthday as well! 🙌

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12/07/2026

Sthira Sukham Āsanam 🕉️

“A posture should be steady and comfortable.” Yoga Sutra 2.46

This simple sutra reminds us that yoga is not about achieving the deepest pose. It is about finding balance. Sthira means steadiness and strength, while Sukha means ease and comfort. Every asana should feel stable without tension and relaxed without losing awareness. When the body is balanced, the breath flows naturally, and the mind becomes calm. This teaching extends beyond the mat, encouraging us to face life’s challenges with both resilience and softness. Yoga is not about perfection, it is about being present in every breath and every moment.