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Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training Rishikesh

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In the Lap of the Himalayas

Train where yoga was born — Rishikesh's mountains and the Ganga do half the teaching.

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Your journey. Our commitment. A lifetime of transformation.

The Essentials

Course at a Glance

  • Duration24 Days7th – end of month
  • BatchesMonthly, all year
  • CertificationSchool certificate + YA CE hoursYACEP
  • FeesFrom $899*Early bird
  • Group SizeMaximum 20 students
  • LanguageEnglish
The Space to Go Deep

Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India

Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh

Tai Chi Qigong Yoga is an ancient practice that unites the internal arts of China with the yogic wisdom of India — and this integration is something you will find at almost no other school in Rishikesh.

These slow, meditative movement practices have been used for centuries to promote physical, mental and spiritual well-being — reducing stress and anxiety while building balance, coordination and quiet internal strength.

Our Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training is a full 24-day residential immersion: Silk Reeling, Five-Element Qigong, standing practice, Tai Chi forms from various styles, meridian theory and the teaching methodology to share it all confidently. Because Pure Soul is a Yoga Alliance-registered school and our lead faculty holds the YACEP designation, your training hours also count toward Yoga Alliance Continuing Education if you already hold an RYT.

Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a complete beginner, join Pure Soul Yoga School to gain a deep understanding of this ancient practice and become a confident, certified Tai Chi Qigong instructor.

Daily Schedule

Daily Schedule of Tai Chi Qigong Training in Rishikesh

The daily schedule of Tai Chi Qigong Training at Pure Soul Yoga School may vary depending on the time of the year and training level.

Here is a typical daily schedule. The routine also includes breaks and free time for rest, personal practice, and self-study, with weekends reserved for excursions, cultural experiences or guest lectures.

Daily Schedule — Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
  • 5:30 AMWake up
  • 6:00 AM - 7:00 AMMorning meditation / breathwork
  • 7:00 AM - 8:30 AMTai Chi / Qigong practice
  • 8:30 AMBreakfast
  • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMPhilosophy & principles lecture
  • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PMWorkshop on techniques & postures
  • 12:30 PMLunch
  • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMPractice teaching / group discussion
  • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMPractice refinement & feedback
  • 4:30 PMTea Break
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMEvening meditation / relaxation
  • 7:00 PMDinner
  • 8:30 PMClosing circle & reflection

Note: Schedule is subject to change based on student needs and curriculum requirements.

Course Syllabus

Syllabus of Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training

Here is a general outline of topics covered during the Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh at Pure Soul Yoga School.

History and Philosophy of Tai Chi and Qigong

  • Understanding the origins of these ancient Chinese practices.
  • Core philosophical principles behind Tai Chi and Qigong.
  • How these traditions evolved and spread globally.

Principles and Practices

  • Techniques for cultivating inner peace and stillness.
  • Promoting health and well-being through slow, mindful movement.
  • Balancing body, breath and awareness.

Anatomy and Physiology of Movement and Energy Flow

  • Understanding the connection between movement, energy and health.
  • Meridian theory and flow of Qi through the body.
  • Biomechanics of soft, continuous Tai Chi movement.

Tai Chi Warm-up Exercises and Qigong Breathing

  • Gentle warm-up movements to prepare the body.
  • Deep, relaxed Qigong breathing coordinated with motion.
  • Activating the lower Dantian for energy cultivation.

Silk Reeling Exercises and Tai Chi Movement Principles

  • Fundamental spiral movements that develop internal power.
  • Rooting, alignment and effortless coordination.
  • Principles of yielding, continuity and relaxation.

Five-Element Qigong and Other Qigong Forms

  • Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water element practices.
  • Standing Qigong postures for stillness and focus.
  • Various Qigong forms to balance the body's energy.

Tai Chi Forms from Various Styles

  • Learning foundational Tai Chi forms from different schools.
  • Broadening your knowledge and personal practice.
  • Exploring stylistic differences and common principles.

Teaching Methodology, Integration & Business

  • Developing skills to teach Tai Chi and Qigong effectively.
  • Integrating these practices into a yoga teaching setting.
  • Marketing, promoting and building a sustainable teaching career.
Where This Course Takes You

What You'll Walk Away With

By the end of your 24 days with us, you will be able to:

  • Lead complete Tai Chi and Qigong sessions — warm-ups, Silk Reeling, Five-Element practice, standing postures and forms — with clear, confident instruction.
  • Understand and explain the internal principles: rooting, yielding, breath-movement coordination and the flow of Qi through the meridians.
  • Integrate Tai Chi and Qigong into yoga classes — the rare cross-disciplinary skill this training is known for.
  • Receive your Tai Chi Qigong TTC certificate from a four-credential Yoga Alliance-registered school, earned through assessment and supervised practice teaching.
  • Already an RYT? Your training hours count toward Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP) — a documented credential upgrade for your teaching profile.
Graduation Is Only the Beginning

Life After the Course — Where This Practice Takes You

Tai Chi and Qigong are among the fastest-growing wellness practices in the West — gentle enough for every age, deep enough for a lifetime:

01

Continue Your Journey

Teach Tai Chi Qigong classes in studios, wellness centres and community programs — audiences that dynamic yoga often can't reach.

02

Lifelong Alumni Community

For yoga teachers: add a moving-meditation offering that sets your schedule apart, and log your YA Continuing Education hours.

03

Guidance When You Need It

Continue your path with our meditation training or yin yoga specialty — the quiet arts complement each other beautifully.

04

Next Step 04

A lifelong alumni community — free satsangs and gatherings whenever you return to Rishikesh.

Your teachers remain with you long after the final class.

What Does The Course Fee Include?

  • Comfortable Stay (Private or Shared)
  • Satvic Vegetarian Meals (3 per Day)
  • Herbal Refreshing Tea
  • Free Wifi Access
  • Yoga Material Kit
  • 24/7 Water Supply
  • 24/7 CCTV Camera Surveillance
  • Tai Chi Qigong Workshops
  • Weekly Local Excursions
  • Training Manual Kit
  • Tai Chi Qigong TTC Completion Certification

What Is Not Included

  • Any Type of Travel Costs
  • Visa Fees (invitation letter provided on request)
  • Airport Pickup (can be arranged from Dehradun Airport at extra cost)
  • Extra Nights of Stay
  • Laundry Services (Available at an Extra Cost)
  • Personal Expenses, Such as Shopping, Phone Recharge Etc.

What to Bring

  • Comfortable, Loose-Fitting Clothing
  • Flat, Flexible Shoes for Tai Chi Practice
  • Light Backpack for Day Trips or Excursions
  • Travel-Size First Aid Kit for Minor Needs
  • Walking Shoes or Sandals
  • Toiletries and Personal Hygiene Items
  • Sunscreen and Sunglasses for Outdoor Activities
Accommodation and Food

Accommodation & Food During the Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training

At Pure Soul Yoga School, we believe that a peaceful surrounding and nourishing food are not just for our comfort, but they also set an important foundation for a true yogic journey. We know many international students worry about food and water in India — all our meals are prepared fresh in a hygienic kitchen, filtered drinking water is available around the clock, and our cooks keep the spices gentle for sensitive stomachs. Any dietary needs are happily accommodated — just tell us in advance.

Comfortable yoga accommodation room at Pure Soul Yoga School
Comfortable yoga accommodation room at Pure Soul Yoga School
Comfortable yoga accommodation room at Pure Soul Yoga School
Comfortable yoga accommodation room at Pure Soul Yoga School
Accommodation iconAccommodation
  • Private or shared rooms to match your comfort and lifestyle.
  • Attached bathrooms with hot & cold water in every room.
  • Peaceful mornings with nature sounds and Himalayan breeze.
  • Free Wi-Fi available in all rooms.
Food iconSattvic Food
  • Fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables.
  • Seasonal fruits and vegetables.
  • Wholegrains and plant-based proteins.
  • Herbal teas and detoxifying drinks
Vegetarian meal served at Pure Soul Yoga School
Vegetarian meal served at Pure Soul Yoga School
Vegetarian meal served at Pure Soul Yoga School
Vegetarian meal served at Pure Soul Yoga School

Eligibility

Who Can Join & What You Need — Tai Chi Qigong Training

Our Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training welcomes students of all backgrounds — future instructors, yoga teachers adding a new dimension, and anyone seeking balance, harmony and inner peace. Here is what you need:

  • Be at least 18 years old and in good physical health.
  • No prior Tai Chi or Qigong experience required — complete beginners are welcome.
  • A basic understanding of yoga asana practice is helpful but not mandatory.
  • A genuine interest and commitment to learning these ancient healing arts on a deeper level.
  • Comfort with English for smooth learning and communication.
The story of us

Why Pure Soul Yoga School is The Best Choice for Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh?

Pure Soul Yoga School blends the ancient practices of Tai Chi and Qigong with the principles of yoga — in the spiritual city where yoga itself was born. Here's why students choose us:

  • A rare integration: Tai Chi and Qigong taught alongside yoga — an offering you will find at almost no other school in Rishikesh, and the reason students from around the world seek this course out.
  • 24 full residential days: unhurried, thorough training — longer than most specialty courses anywhere, at a fee that makes it one of the best-value immersions in Rishikesh.
  • Experienced and Knowledgeable Teachers — experts in Tai Chi Qigong yoga, providing in-depth training on both theory and practice, in batches of maximum 20 students.
  • Honest certification: a completion certificate from a four-credential Yoga Alliance-registered school — and for existing RYTs, your hours count toward Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP).
  • Comprehensive Curriculum covering philosophy, history, meridian theory, forms from various styles and practical teaching applications.
  • Rishikesh itself: weekly excursions to ancient temples, ashrams and sacred sites along the banks of the Ganga — a serene setting for a quiet art.
Tai Chi Qigong Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
Plan Your Training

Upcoming Batches & Course Fees

Available BatchesAll Around the Year
Course Starts7th of Every Month
Course EndsEnd of the Same Month
Course LanguageEnglish
Private Room
$999 USD* $1099 USD
Shared Room
$899 USD* $999 USD

* Early bird price when you book 2 months in advance.

Secure your seat with 20% Advance Deposit (Non-Refundable), remaining balance payable on arrival.

Visa & Travel Help

  • We provide a visa invitation letter on request to support your Indian visa application.
  • Fly into Dehradun (Jolly Grant) Airport — about a 40-minute drive from the school. Airport pickup can be arranged at extra cost; just ask when you book.
  • Batches start on the 7th of every month. September–November and February–April are the most pleasant months; December is cooler (bring warm layers) and July–August brings the monsoon.
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions -
Tai Chi Qigong TTC Rishikesh

How much does the Tai Chi Qigong teacher training cost?

The early-bird fee (booking 2 months in advance) is $899 (shared room) or $999 (private room); the regular fee is $999/$1,099 — including 24 days of accommodation, three sattvic meals daily, workshops, excursions, course materials and certification. You reserve your seat with a 20% deposit.

How long is the Tai Chi Qigong training?

A full 24-day residential immersion, from the 7th to the end of every month — one of the longest and best-value specialty trainings in Rishikesh, with weekends reserved for rest and excursions.

Who can take your Tai Chi Qigong Teacher Training in Rishikesh?

Anyone interested in learning Tai Chi Qigong and becoming a certified instructor can take this training. There are no prerequisites or prior experience required.

What will I learn in your Tai Chi Qigong Training in Rishikesh?

You will learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi Qigong, including the principles, movements and breathing techniques — Silk Reeling, Five-Element Qigong, standing practice and Tai Chi forms from various styles. You will also learn how to teach these practices to others confidently.

Prerequisites

Preparation is the foundation of a life-changing yoga journey. Before joining any of our courses or retreats, please keep the following in mind:

  • Be self-motivated and self-disciplined to fully enjoy the course.
  • Progress comes from consistency, so every student is expected to follow the course guidelines closely to get the most out of their training.
  • To help you stay focused and energized, meat, alcohol, tobacco, and drugs are not permitted for the duration of the course.
  • Any violation of school rules may result in immediate dismissal from the course.
Student Code of Conduct

To keep the learning environment safe, respectful, and focused, all students are asked to follow these guidelines:

  • Maintain a clean and healthy lifestyle throughout your stay.
  • Alcohol, smoking, and other stimulants are strictly prohibited.
  • Planning to fast on a given day? Just let the kitchen chief know in advance so we can avoid food waste.
  • Treat teachers, fellow students, and staff with respect at all times.
  • Arrive on time for all classes, workshops, and sessions — punctuality helps everyone learn better.
  • Any books, maps, or resources borrowed from the school should be returned in good condition before you leave.
  • Student housing is reserved for enrolled students only; friends and relatives are not permitted to stay.
  • Full attendance is required for all scheduled classes and activities to gain the complete benefit of the training.
Refund Policy

An advance payment of 20% of the total course fee is required to confirm your booking. This amount is non-refundable; however, it can be adjusted toward a future date for the same program (within 12 months of your original start month). It cannot be adjusted or used in any other way.

  • Cancellations are accepted, but the advance deposit will not be refunded.
  • There's no separate cancellation fee — simply inform the school via email if you need to cancel.
  • If you're unable to attend for any reason, your deposit stays valid for the same program for up to 12 months from your original start date.
  • Please note: course dates can be changed only once.
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