Yoga Vini Rishikesh

Going to Yoga Vini was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I left feeling more connected, balanced, and alive on every level. Even though I was the only English speaker in the group, I always felt included and very welcomed. Vini teaches from the heart with joy, humor, and depth. Through his teaching, the connection between yoga, breath, body, mind, spirit, and Ayurveda becomes clear, it all falls into place. Suddenly, yoga becomes everything, it becomes way of life. The ashram itself is a peaceful place, surrounded by nature, singing birds, monkeys and we were even blessed with newborn kittens during our stay! I’m especially grateful for all the staff, for their kindness, care, and constant support. The food was nourishing and truly delicious, I even want to learn more about it! This wasn’t just a yoga course, it was a journey into myself. I feel more present and more in tune with life. It was the perfect start to my spiritual journey, which is now continuing around Asia. I’m deeply grateful for every moment, and I would absolutely do it again. Namaste 🙏✨

I joined The Teacher Training Course 200 at Yoga VINI in 2023 and joined 300 in this October. Both training courses are amazing and definitely impacted on both physical and my life. It was very deep, extensive, insightful, and fruitful. I am impressed by passion of Yogi VINI, and Tina. They share everything with their pure heart. Meals are based on Ayurveda so very healthy and tasty. Yogi VINI has selected all materials for meal by himself! I really enjoyed the TTC at Yoga VINI and learned quite a lot about Yoga as well as Ayurveda. Love to visit Yoga VINI again in near future to learn Yoga and Ayurveda more at this wonderful environment.

I recently spent a month at Yoga Vini completing the 200hr TTC programme. From the beginning, Tina has been extremely helpful in answering questions I had. Upon arrival, I was blown away by the beauty of the ashram and the surrounding area. With a backdrop of greenery and mountains, it is a beautiful setting to go deeper mentally, physically and spiritually. Note: the ashram is 45mins from Upper Tapovan. Vini is a fountain of knowledge for yoga, philosophy and ayurveda. Both Tina and Vini believe in what they teach and follow ayurveda and a yogic lifestyle themselves. You will learn the absolute basics and unlearn any bad habits you didn't know you had. The days follow a strict time schedule and discipline for teaching and learning, which is truly what is needed to become a well-rounded practitioner. The course is taught in both Japanese and English at the same time as 80% of students are Japanese. This gives you time to write down your notes during different translations (which was welcomed since there's so much information!). The food is cooked with so much love and attention and follows ayurveda and you will feel detoxed by the end of the month. Most of us felt and seen differences in our face and body by the end. I am already seeing differences in my body and spinal health. I'm looking forward to continuing my practice and learning going forward. Highly recommend the TTC for an authentic and deep experience about all things ayurveda, yoga and philosophy.

Yoga Vini is life changing for me, and that is not an over statement. I have done Yoga on and off for the past 20 years in the U.S, taking lessons from many teachers. but I have never learnt the proper posture. I looked at many Rishikesh yoga studio reviews, I liked Yoga Vini's focus on the spine. I am so glad I came! The class really helped me to building a daily routine that will last a life time. The 200 hours class focus on breathing, meditation, philosophy and of course, movement. Yoga became easy and that I dreamed get to this point for years. I received more than I expected here. Yoga Vini is focused on a way of living, but not to push you for a competition, or force any poses. I have shifted so much that I can take the habit and knowledge with me to live the life I wanted to live and help others to do the same. I came with a dental issue that I am using a dental appliances to correct my bite the breathing, 20 days into the practice, my bite is already so much better, my doctor is amazed. There are many surprises here prepared for you, I don't want spoil it. I have laughed, cried and built a life long friendship here. Thank you Vini Sensei and Tina Sensei! Much love. p.s. The teacher may demonstrate some postures, but if he did NOT tell the class to try, nor did the teacher say to not try, the rule is NOT to try. I want to responsibly add this because trying too hard when you are not ready could cause injuries. And I sustained one but I feel I am responsible as well, I tried very hard on everything demonstrated.

I attended a retreat. The oil massage was especially good. I miss her massages. Yogavni was a lot of fun. I would like to go again next year. Thank you very much Vini sensei and Tina sensei.